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Breaking new ground at Quarry Bank
Thursday 22nd September 2011
Thu 22nd Sep 2011

Breaking new ground at Quarry Bank

A fascinating exhibition exploring the history of the Upper Garden at Quarry Bank Mill will open this weekend. The exhibition 'Breaking New Ground' will…
Family bike ride hailed a success
Wednesday 21st September 2011
Wed 21st Sep 2011

Family bike ride hailed a success

Families got together to demonstrate the joys of cycling on the inaugural Wilmslow Family Bike Ride last Saturday, 17th September. Over 20 participants…
Wilmslow Scarecrow Festival raises over £2500
Wednesday 21st September 2011
Wed 21st Sep 2011
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Wilmslow Scarecrow Festival raises over £2500

The 2011 Wilmslow Scarecrow Festival, which attracted a colourful crop of over 100 scarecrows to the town, has raised £2550 for charity. The Scarecrow…
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Town centre set to sparkle this Christmas
Tuesday 20th September 2011
Tue 20th Sep 2011

Town centre set to sparkle this Christmas

Wilmslow Town Council has agreed to purchase new Christmas lights for the town centre at a cost of nearly £40,000. The former Christmas lights,…
Town Council seeks ideas for Jubilee celebrations
Tuesday 20th September 2011
Tue 20th Sep 2011

Town Council seeks ideas for Jubilee celebrations

Wilmslow Town Council are looking ahead to the Queen's Diamond Jubilee which will be celebrated during a special 4-day weekend at the beginning of June…
Police warn residents to lock vehicles
Tuesday 20th September 2011
Tue 20th Sep 2011

Police warn residents to lock vehicles

Police are appealing for assistance from Wilmslow residents to help prevent crime and disorder in the area. Inspector Matt Welsted said "Although Wilmslow…
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…
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…
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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…
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…