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- End of an era as café at Cheshire visitor attraction closes suddenly
Local News
It's closed with immediate effect
- Cheshire project aims to preserve stories of 20,000 women and girls
Local News
Residents are being invited to help create a new historical record of women’s and girls’ lives across Cheshire through handmade mini-magazines that could become part of the county’
- Former office building could be turned into special school
Local News
Plans have been lodgedPlans have been submitted to convert a former office at Adlington Park into a special school for children aged three to 14, with eight classrooms proposed.
- 68-bed Handforth care home recommended for approval after planners change stance
Local News
Plans for a care home on Green Belt land in Handforth are heading back to councillors with a recommendation for approval, months after planning officers had advised that the develo
- Little Sutton Pub Welcomes Business Rates Cut for Hospitality Venues
Local News
The owner of The Cheshire Yeoman says the reduction will help ease rising costs facing pubs across the country.
- Cheshire College and Macclesfield College Complete Landmark Merger
Local News
The newly merged organisation will bring together campuses across Cheshire to deliver further education, apprenticeships and skills training under one college group.
- Closure date confirmed for Beefeater restaurants as three Cheshire sites prepare to shut
Local News
Whitbread has confirmed that all remaining Beefeater restaurants will close on 10 September, including three sites in Cheshire, as part of a major restructuring of its hospitality
- Councillors advised to approve 18-home development on open countryside site in Congleton
Local News
Planning officers have recommended approval for 18 new homes on agricultural land off Padgbury Lane in Congleton, despite objections from the town council and local residents over
- Wheelock Hall Farm Shop: A Family Favourite with Extensive Outdoor Play Areas
Local News
Wheelock Hall Farm Shop in Sandbach offers a variety of outdoor play features, making it a popular destination for families.
- Late night opening times agreed for Cheshire bar after objections withdrawn
Local News
Latch had originally applied to Cheshire East Council for permission to stay open until 2.30am on Fridays and Saturdays but this was opposed by the parish council and a local resid
- Could Andy Burnham scrap stamp duty?
Tax
Andy Burnham has previously backed reform of stamp duty and council tax, but no changes have been confirmed. Here’s what has been proposed and what it could mean for homeowners.
- Green light for new primary school on huge Redrow estate
Local News
Plans for a new primary school serving the Ledsham Garden Village development have been approved despite concerns over parking and traffic.
- Alderley Edge bar seeks later opening hours despite parish council objections
Local News
Alderley Edge Parish Council is opposing plans by a village bar to stay open until 2.30am at weekends, with concerns raised over noise, parking and the impact on nearby residents.
- The schools starting late after 01:00 England kick-off to 'reduce pressure' on parents
UK News
Some schools are opting to open late, arguing they are striking the right balance, and many parents have backed the decision.
- Cheshire Mother Supports Hospital That Aided Her Twin Boys
Local News
Her twins were born unexpectedly
- Cheshire East Council chief executive steps down
Local News
He's been absent for more than six months
- Homes plan for land close to Cheshire country pub
Local News
A decision will be made this week
- New Cheshire town centre pub opens with dining room selling oysters
Local News
It looks fantastic!
- Discover hidden gardens as beautiful private estate in Cheshire opens its gates
Local News
Peover Hall opens its gardens for a June charity weekend with historic views, homemade treats and proceeds supporting national causes.
- Cheshire town centre eatery selling rice boxes and protein shakes opens
Local News
It opens today
- 'I've applied for more than 400 roles' - how young people are facing the job shortage
Business
The BBC has been hearing from young people who are struggling to find work about how they are tackling the challenge.
- Top UK chefs call for cutting VAT for pubs and restaurants to 10%
Business
Tom Kerridge, Yotam Ottolenghi, Ravneet Gill and Simon Rogan told BBC Newsnight VAT should be halved to ease mounting pressure on the hospitality industry.
- Cheshire farmers face fuel and fertiliser pressure as costs hit next generation
Business
One farmer says his red diesel costs have risen from £27,000 a year to £54,000.
- New High Street crime unit to target gangs fronting shops after BBC investigation
Business
It follows BBC News exposing drug gangs, money laundering, immigration crime, and ghost directors linked to shop fronts.
- Alsager curry house urges parents to control youngsters after antisocial behaviour incidents
Local News
The restaurant is pleading with parents
- Thousands of residents across Cheshire East with sight-stealing conditions can now access local care
Local News
- Purpose-built Macclesfield eye clinic welcomes first NHS patients this month
Local News
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