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Ryanair's new Manchester base to create 2000 jobs
Tuesday 12th July 2011
Tue 12th Jul 2011

Ryanair's new Manchester base to create 2000 jobs

Ryanair announced today that it will open its 45th base at Manchester Airport creating up to 2000 jobs. Chief executive Michael O'Leary visited Manchester…
Bumper turnout for 100th Wilmslow Show
Tuesday 12th July 2011
Tue 12th Jul 2011
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Bumper turnout for 100th Wilmslow Show

The 100th Wilmslow Show was a tremendous success with at least 7000 people gathering at Wilmslow High School to enjoy a great day out for both the young…
Scarecrow competition winners announced
Tuesday 12th July 2011
Tue 12th Jul 2011
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Scarecrow competition winners announced

The results of the 2011 Wilmslow Scarecrow Festival, which saw a colourful crop of over 100 scarecrows take to the streets of Wilmslow, have been announced.…
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Sainsbury's to host fabulous day of fun
Tuesday 12th July 2011
Tue 12th Jul 2011

Sainsbury's to host fabulous day of fun

Sainsbury's Wilmslow have organised A Fabulous Funday on behalf of JJ's Sensory Play Centre which will take place at The Carrs on Saturday, July 16th.…
Suspicious vehicle spotted in Wilmslow
Tuesday 12th July 2011
Tue 12th Jul 2011

Suspicious vehicle spotted in Wilmslow

A vehicle believed to be linked to a recent car and key burglary has been spotted in Wilmslow. A metallic cream/white coloured car, with the part registration…
Appeal following serious collision in Wilmslow
Monday 11th July 2011
Mon 11th Jul 2011

Appeal following serious collision in Wilmslow

Two 19-year-old men are in a serious condition in hospital after a road traffic collision in Wimslow. Police were called to A538 Altrincham Road at 1.21am…
Scarecrow Festival goes out with a bang
Saturday 9th July 2011
Sat 9th Jul 2011
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Scarecrow Festival goes out with a bang

A special Scarecrow Parade took place in the town centre today to mark the end of the 2011 Scarecrow Festival and celebrate the 100th Wilmslow Show. If…
In Pictures: The 2011 Wilmslow Scarecrow Festival
Saturday 9th July 2011
Sat 9th Jul 2011

In Pictures: The 2011 Wilmslow Scarecrow Festival

The Wilmslow Scarecrow Festival has brought colour and fun to the town centre for the second year running with retailers, solicitors, pubs, restaurants,…
Disabled children’s picture exhibition goes on tour
Saturday 9th July 2011
Sat 9th Jul 2011

Disabled children’s picture exhibition goes on tour

Disabled children, who have used Cheshire East Council's Aiming High service, will be showing off some of the pictures they have taken as part of a professional…
New Rotary president seeks new members
Friday 8th July 2011
Fri 8th Jul 2011

New Rotary president seeks new members

The new Rotary year commenced on July 1st, and as she begins her reign as Club President for the next twelve months, local resident Marianne Martyn, has…
Incredible Edible joins forces with Sainsbury's
Friday 8th July 2011
Fri 8th Jul 2011

Incredible Edible joins forces with Sainsbury's

The food revolution of Wilmslow is bringing local and national together again, as Incredible Edible now joins forces with Sainsburys to offer fresh, seasonal…
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Wilmslow man pleads guilty to making explosives
Thursday 7th July 2011
Thu 7th Jul 2011

Wilmslow man pleads guilty to making explosives

A Wilmslow man who has been charged with making explosives for an unlawful purpose appeared at Chester Crown Court again on Tuesday, July 5th. Andrew…
Scarecrow fever hits Wilmslow
Tuesday 5th July 2011
Tue 5th Jul 2011
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Scarecrow fever hits Wilmslow

The Wilmslow Scarecrow Festival is back and once again the wonderful straw creations have taken over the streets bringing colour and fun to the town centre.…
Wilmslow Garden Centre reopens plant area
Tuesday 5th July 2011
Tue 5th Jul 2011

Wilmslow Garden Centre reopens plant area

Following the recent fire at Wilmslow Garden Centre, the company is pleased to inform customers that the outdoor plant area at the centre will continue…
Mica Paris becomes patron of Wilmslow charity
Tuesday 5th July 2011
Tue 5th Jul 2011

Mica Paris becomes patron of Wilmslow charity

The legendary singer, Mica Paris has become Patron of the charity Kibera in Need (KIN) which was set up in 2007 to make life better for families in the…
It's time to take the Summer Reading Challenge
Tuesday 5th July 2011
Tue 5th Jul 2011

It's time to take the Summer Reading Challenge

The Summer Reading Challenge starts on Saturday, July 9th, and this year's theme is 'Circus stars'. This free summer-long event calls on children aged…
School transport decision postponed
Tuesday 5th July 2011
Tue 5th Jul 2011

School transport decision postponed

Cheshire East Council have announced a one-year postponement of any decision on the future of subsidised home-to-school transport for faith schools and…
Paradises for plant hunters
Monday 4th July 2011
Mon 4th Jul 2011

Paradises for plant hunters

There are three fabulous local gardens to visit in July, as part of the National Gardens Scheme, each of which has its own fascinating story to tell.…
City support men's health event
Sunday 3rd July 2011
Sun 3rd Jul 2011

City support men's health event

A football legend and consultant from Wilmslow are supporting a men's health day. Manchester City Football Club have endorsed the event, which will be…
Dog owners urged to poop scoop in town park
Saturday 2nd July 2011
Sat 2nd Jul 2011

Dog owners urged to poop scoop in town park

Cheshire East Council community wardens are urging dog owners to clean up after their dogs and help keep a popular Wilmslow park clean this summer. A…