PLANS to erect 100 homes on the edge of Holmes Chapel were once again rejected today. Trafford-based Russell Homes’ application to build a 100-home development on the site of Saltersford Corner, Macclesfield Road, was refused by the Cheshire East
I AM in full agreement with the letter from Rick Weightman, Guardian, October 1, regarding the chaos caused by the Mobberley Road closure. I had a similar experience travelling in the opposite direction when attempting to drive to Mobberley.
SINCE my family and I moved to Knutsford in 1970, we have been grateful to use the facilities at the community hospital, and at no time during that period have we been unable to park there. My most recent trip to the hospital was to give blood,
ONCE again medical facilities are under attack in Knutsford. Not this time a closure, but a stealth tax on patients visiting Knutsford Community Hospital. According to last week’s lead story I shall have to pay £2.20 in parking fees when I
I READ with horror the plan to use automatic number plate recognition technology to enforce parking charges, Guardian October 1. While there is little doubt that the spaces at the hospital are open to abuse, the use of ANPR, in partnership with “private
IN RESPONSE to Rick Weightman’s letter in the Guardian, October 1, regarding road closures. While acknowledging there are problems on the directions given on access roads around Mobberley Road, Knutsford, we did all receive a letter giving us the
IT IS with much regret and sadness that after serving the community for 23 years, Mere Post Office and Village Store will be closing, because unfortunately we cannot survive in the current economic climate. The Post Office will close on October
HAVE the East Cheshire NHS Trust taken leave of their senses at proposing the new parking charges? I can predict there will be plenty of space in the car park after April because no-one will pay to park there. People will inevitably park on the
ALTHOUGH there is still no news of the health and wellbeing centre for Knutsford, the authorities concerned have decided to impose punitive parking charges on patients using the Knutsford Community Hospital, Guardian, October 1. Apparently the
PREPARATIONS for Knutsford Promenades 2015 are currently underway and organisers are seeking war-stories – old and new – to serve as its inspiration. The theme for next year’s event is ‘Texts from the Front’ and organisers are keen for current
A FARMER’S union has rewarded a dedicated policeman for uniting the Knutsford community in the fight against rural crime. PC Mike Dawber, of Knutsford Police, was crowned Best Country Crime Fighter 2014 for the North West by NFU Mutual at an awards
QUIZ fans are being invited to put their general knowledge to the test next month. Knutsford Tennis Club is holding its annual quiz night on Friday, November 14, as part of a series of events being staged to raise funds to revamp three of the club
WORK to resurface Mobberley Road in Knutsford should finish today, although a stop/go system will operate for a further week while road markings are laid. Work was switched last week from daytime to evening because of threats towards traffic management
President Virginia Williamson welcomed Plumley WI members and announced that Marilyn Simpson will be the new Secretary.The Craft group participated in a one day Oil Painting course in September, another one has been scheduled for November 13. They will
President, Marilyn Lloyd, chaired the recent AGM at Goostrey Flower club. It was attended by 40 members and followed by a delicious lunch. Retiring chairman, Chris Williams, reminded members of the club Show on Saturday, November 22. It is open
The audience at the Annual Charity Concert on the October 3, witnessed excellent performances by the Fish Lip Soup Big Band and their singer Jenn Clempner. The Senior Citizen’s Variety Show is booked for Saturday, February 7, 2015 at the Methodist
Henry Elsby gave a fascinating talk at the recent meeting of Crosstown WI. He talked of the success of Delamere Farm products including goats milk, cheese, yoghurt etc. The business started locally off Beggarmans Lane with two goats and a sink. It grew
A SECOND luxury car dealer is set to move into Canute Square in the heart of Knutsford. Leading luxury electric car company Tesla has decided to put Knutsford firmly on the map for eco-drivers by choosing to open its third UK showroom in the centre
