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George Osborne supports proposed boundary changes
Sunday 18th September 2011
Sun 18th Sep 2011

George Osborne supports proposed boundary changes

Following news last week that the Tatton constituency could be axed and Wilmslow split between two constituencies, George Osborne has confirmed his support…
The Good impact on alcohol related incidents
Sunday 18th September 2011
Sun 18th Sep 2011

The Good impact on alcohol related incidents

Cheshire Police say their Good, Bad and Ugly campaign had a significant impact on alcohol-related crime at the end of summer. Over six weeks in July,…
September's Town Council agenda
Friday 16th September 2011
Fri 16th Sep 2011
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September's Town Council agenda

Wilmslow Town Council is holding their monthly meeting on Monday 19th September. All meetings are open to the public and press. Attached is a copy of…
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Looking for funding for a community group?
Friday 16th September 2011
Fri 16th Sep 2011

Looking for funding for a community group?

Grants are available from Cheshire East Council for voluntary and community groups to help with funding for various projects. The Council is looking to…
Firefighters out in force for charity car wash
Wednesday 14th September 2011
Wed 14th Sep 2011

Firefighters out in force for charity car wash

Wilmslow residents are being urged to take their cars to the fire station rather than the carwash on Saturday, 17th September, as Wilmslow Fire Station…
Proposed boundary changes split Wilmslow in two
Tuesday 13th September 2011
Tue 13th Sep 2011
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Proposed boundary changes split Wilmslow in two

Initial proposals for sweeping changes to the Parliamentary constituency boundaries could see Wilmslow divided between two constituencies. The Chancellor…
Pro-cyclist joins bike ride at Artisan Market
Tuesday 13th September 2011
Tue 13th Sep 2011

Pro-cyclist joins bike ride at Artisan Market

Transition Wilmslow and CycleWilmslow are gearing up for the Wilmslow Family Bike with the help of British National Champion Pro Motorpoint cyclist Hannah…
Turn your clutter into cash
Tuesday 13th September 2011
Tue 13th Sep 2011

Turn your clutter into cash

Kids Car Boot and Swap Shop is launching in Wilmslow this weekend offering a great way to clear the clutter and make some money or, just pop along and…
Plan to transfer assets gets the go ahead
Sunday 11th September 2011
Sun 11th Sep 2011

Plan to transfer assets gets the go ahead

Last week the Cabinet approved a report on local service delivery and the transfer of some services and assets from Cheshire East to Town and Parish Councils.…
Explore Quarry Bank for free
Thursday 8th September 2011
Thu 8th Sep 2011

Explore Quarry Bank for free

You can explore Quarry Bank Mill for free on Saturday as part of Heritage Open Days. At Quarry Bank visitors can step back in time in the Victorian Apprentice…
Morley Green team gear up for Screwball Rally
Wednesday 7th September 2011
Wed 7th Sep 2011

Morley Green team gear up for Screwball Rally

A group of friends from Morley Green are preparing to take part in the 2011 Screwball Rally. They will set off from Morley Green Club on September 15th…
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Broad Walk closed for tree felling
Tuesday 6th September 2011
Tue 6th Sep 2011

Broad Walk closed for tree felling

Broad Walk in Wilmslow will be closed to through traffic between its junctions with Alton Road and Carrwood Road to enable tree felling to be carried…
Simultane-a-Thon raises £300 for local hospice
Tuesday 6th September 2011
Tue 6th Sep 2011

Simultane-a-Thon raises £300 for local hospice

Wilmslow Green Room Theatre hosted what is believed to be the world's first Simultane-a-Thon this weekend raising just under £300 for St Ann's Hospice.…
Shop Doctor to offer free business advice
Tuesday 6th September 2011
Tue 6th Sep 2011

Shop Doctor to offer free business advice

An independent retail consultant will bring his wealth of experience to Handforth later this month. Bill Smith, known as the 'Shop Doctor', has joined…
Evening closure of Station Road
Tuesday 6th September 2011
Tue 6th Sep 2011

Evening closure of Station Road

Station Road in Wilmslow will be closed for four hours this week to enable new height restriction signs to be secured to the bridge on behalf of Network…
Guides enjoy action packed international camp
Monday 5th September 2011
Mon 5th Sep 2011

Guides enjoy action packed international camp

A large group of Wilmslow guides and leaders have recently returned from a very enjoyable week's camp at Charnwood 2011. The adult leaders and 41 girls…
New proposals to improve adult social care
Saturday 3rd September 2011
Sat 3rd Sep 2011

New proposals to improve adult social care

The Cabinet will consider a report this week which recommends investment in Wilmslow's leisure services and facilities to benefit vulnerable adults and…
Racing driver to host star-studded charity event
Thursday 1st September 2011
Thu 1st Sep 2011

Racing driver to host star-studded charity event

A host of local celebrities will be in town next week to attend a red carpet charity event at Revolution. Amongst those gracing the red carpet on Wednesday,…
Jewellery and valuables stolen on Derwent Drive
Wednesday 31st August 2011
Wed 31st Aug 2011

Jewellery and valuables stolen on Derwent Drive

A number of valuable electrical items and jewellery have been stolen from a home in Handforth. Between 9.30am on Friday, 26th August, and 2.30pm on Monday,…
Fun day to mark Wilmslow Leisure Centre's 30th birthday
Tuesday 30th August 2011
Tue 30th Aug 2011

Fun day to mark Wilmslow Leisure Centre's 30th birthday

Wilmslow Leisure Centre will be 30 years old next month and to mark the occasion a charity fun day is being organised. An 80's themed fitness fun day…