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Wilmslow cancer survivor urges others to look out for warning signs
Monday 28th March 2016
Mon 28th Mar 2016

Wilmslow cancer survivor urges others to look out for warning signs

An 83-year-old bladder cancer survivor is urging Eastern Cheshire residents to look out for warning signs after overcoming the disease himself. Derek…
Gravel Lane closure to replace manhole
Monday 28th March 2016
Mon 28th Mar 2016

Gravel Lane closure to replace manhole

A section of Gravel Lane will be closed on Friday, 1st April to enable United Utilites to carry out works to replace a manhole cover and frame. The road…
Don't lose your voice – check you are registered to vote!
Sunday 27th March 2016
Sun 27th Mar 2016

Don't lose your voice – check you are registered to vote!

Cheshire East Council is calling on people to act now – so they don't lose their voice in upcoming elections. If you are not registered, you could…
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Lord Lieutenant officially unveils Handforth's War Memorial
Sunday 27th March 2016
Sun 27th Mar 2016

Lord Lieutenant officially unveils Handforth's War Memorial

Handforth's new war memorial was officially unveiled this week by The Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire David Briggs. The Handforth Community War Memorial Foundation…
Easter treats for winners of children's art competition
Saturday 26th March 2016
Sat 26th Mar 2016

Easter treats for winners of children's art competition

Children from Years 2 and 3 of St Anne's Fulshaw C of E Primary School were invited by Chapel Lane Business Group to create some Easter themed artwork…
Wilmslow firefighters honoured for exemplary service
Friday 25th March 2016
Fri 25th Mar 2016

Wilmslow firefighters honoured for exemplary service

The dedication of two Wilmslow firefighters was officially recognised when they received The Long Service Good Conduct Medal for 20 years service with…
Burglars target two flats with communal entry
Thursday 24th March 2016
Thu 24th Mar 2016

Burglars target two flats with communal entry

Police are appealing for witnesses to two burglaries that occurred during the morning of Monday, 21st March. One property on Bolleyn Wood Court in Lacey…
Witness appeal following accident on Alderley Edge Bypass
Thursday 24th March 2016
Thu 24th Mar 2016

Witness appeal following accident on Alderley Edge Bypass

Two cars were involved in an accident on the Alderley Edge Bypass on Wednesday, 23rd March. The collision involving a BMW and a Nissan Qashqai occurred…
Wilmslow In Bloom set to get the town buzzing
Thursday 24th March 2016
Thu 24th Mar 2016

Wilmslow In Bloom set to get the town buzzing

Now in its fifth year, Wilmslow In Bloom is gearing up for this year's entry to the North West In Bloom competition. After stunning success in past competitions…
Holiday of a lifetime leaves local family fighting for their lives
Wednesday 23rd March 2016
Wed 23rd Mar 2016

Holiday of a lifetime leaves local family fighting for their lives

The community is rallying round to support a local family who have been involved in a horrific accident whilst holidaying in Australia. Jenny Beck-Balcikli was…
New skatepark on the way for Handforth
Wednesday 23rd March 2016
Wed 23rd Mar 2016

New skatepark on the way for Handforth

A project to revitalise Handforth's Stanley Hall Park's skatepark can go ahead thanks to a grant. The Veolia Environmental Trust have awarded the Friends…
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New lease of life for three Wilmslow pubs
Tuesday 22nd March 2016
Tue 22nd Mar 2016
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New lease of life for three Wilmslow pubs

New landlords have recently taken over at three Wilmslow pubs, all of whom are keen to get involved in the local community. The Carters Arms on Chapel…
Second foodie festival hailed a huge success
Tuesday 22nd March 2016
Tue 22nd Mar 2016

Second foodie festival hailed a huge success

A host of events took place across the town last week for Wilmslow's second Food and Drink Week, celebrating and showcasing the abundance of food and…
Barlow's Beef: It's good to touch the green green grass of home (before it's gone)
Tuesday 22nd March 2016
Tue 22nd Mar 2016
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Barlow's Beef: It's good to touch the green green grass of home (before it's gone)

I've just read a letter in our parish magazine urging residents to make representations during the public consultation period ending April 19. 'To date…
The Dogfather: A real chance to resolve your dog's behaviour
Tuesday 22nd March 2016
Tue 22nd Mar 2016

The Dogfather: A real chance to resolve your dog's behaviour

As most of you know I am on a lifetime mission to improve relationships between owners and their dogs. If you can't find time to attend my classes, read…
Choose well to get well this Easter
Monday 21st March 2016
Mon 21st Mar 2016

Choose well to get well this Easter

Promotional Feature A leading GP has urged people to choose the right care at the right time this Easter and leave staff free to deal with life-threatening…
Police no longer book on at Wilmslow station
Sunday 20th March 2016
Sun 20th Mar 2016
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Police no longer book on at Wilmslow station

Police Officers and PCSOs are no longer booking on at Wilmslow Station, although there will still be staff working there and the opening hours of the…
Guild players to perform brand new comedy
Sunday 20th March 2016
Sun 20th Mar 2016

Guild players to perform brand new comedy

Wilmslow Guild Players' next production is "Bunkered", a brand new comedy by Lynn Brittney. The play revolves around the crew of a secret naval bunker…
Choosing a winner was no piece of cake
Saturday 19th March 2016
Sat 19th Mar 2016

Choosing a winner was no piece of cake

As part of Wilmslow Food and Drink Week students from Wilmslow High School took part in a cake off competition. Pupils from Years 7 to 9 presented their…
Deano arrives in Handforth
Saturday 19th March 2016
Sat 19th Mar 2016

Deano arrives in Handforth

The Friends of Handforth Station were delighted to receive lots of entries to name the latest art arrival at the station. The Fox sculpture designed and…