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News Archive 2011
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Published: Fri, 30/12/2011 13:17
From card-making to choir performances, the staff and children at Neston Primary had a very busy run-up to Christmas.
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Published: Tue, 20/12/2011 11:16
It is with the greatest of pleasure that we announce that this week, AboutMyArea Neston has reached a significant milestone.
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Published: Tue, 20/12/2011 09:42
Andrew Miller, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, shares his Christmas message with AboutMyArea readers.
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Published: Tue, 20/12/2011 09:31
Hot on the heels of the report about Neston Flower Society's Christmas meeting, we have more news from this very active local group.
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Published: Mon, 19/12/2011 10:29
Bargain Booze in Little Neston has just been given planning permission to expand their shop in Town Lane, Little Neston.
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Published: Sun, 18/12/2011 12:37
Neston Town Councillor Martin Barker, the current Mayor of Neston, extends a special Christmas message to everyone in the Neston area.
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Published: Sun, 18/12/2011 08:07
A local gardener's van was stolen on Thursday from outside Weatherstones nursing home on the A540.
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Published: Fri, 16/12/2011 10:23
Youth Services across West Cheshire will continue to be provided by Connexions Ltd for a further year- it has been announced.
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Published: Fri, 16/12/2011 09:40
Local police are advising shoppers to be on their guard against would-be thieves.
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Published: Thu, 15/12/2011 16:59
A callous criminal who admitted trying to sell a stolen war memorial plaque from a church in Willaston, near Neston, has been jailed for nine weeks.
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Published: Thu, 15/12/2011 09:38
Information about Christmas services, and a thank you to all our supporters.
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Published: Thu, 15/12/2011 09:14
Cheshire West officers faced the public in Little Neston last night to discuss changes to the vital 272 bus service.
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Published: Tue, 13/12/2011 17:14
At their Christmas Charity Coffee Morning the ladies of Neston Flower Society were entertained by Woodfall Lane Primary School Choir.
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Published: Tue, 13/12/2011 17:04
An 'Amber' snow warning has been issued, warning the public to be prepared for severe weather.
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Published: Tue, 13/12/2011 11:33
Children enjoyed visiting Santa at a local garden centre recently, and all in a good cause!
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Published: Tue, 13/12/2011 10:41
A new 'easy to remember' contact number for non-urgent Police calls - and a fascinating crime mapping website - are now available to Neston residents.
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Published: Mon, 12/12/2011 15:39
Join the ducks and go quackers' at RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands, near Neston, as the RSPB's newest nature reserve gets ready for Christmas and lays on a feast of festive family activities.
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Published: Mon, 12/12/2011 11:52
Keeping children and young people safe is everybody's business' is the message being promoted by Cheshire West and Chester Council's Local Safeguarding Children Board.
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Published: Mon, 12/12/2011 11:46
Neston High School is celebrating its success in the National Learning Outside the Classroom Awards for Excellence and Innovation 2011.
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Published: Mon, 12/12/2011 09:36
NHS Blood and Transplant is calling on the Cheshire public to give the ultimate Christmas present this year - the gift of life - by becoming a blood donor.
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Published: Mon, 12/12/2011 08:40
Northern Lights would like to thank Roy Wilson and the staff at Sainsbury's, Neston, for making us so welcome at our Bag Pack on Saturday 10th December.
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Published: Fri, 09/12/2011 16:04
The crew of the Royal Navy's HMS Ocean have created a heart-warming video this Christmas, which is fast becoming a massive YouTube hit with over half a millions views already.
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Published: Fri, 09/12/2011 15:03
Cheshire West and Chester Council have announced details of the changes to the 272 bus service affecting Neston residents.
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Published: Fri, 09/12/2011 15:02
It has been announced this week that Neston High School will be converting to Academy Status for schools that are performing well.
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Published: Fri, 09/12/2011 11:45
Michael Coyle of Little Neston has changed his plea to guilty of handling stolen goods in the Willaston War Memorial plaques theft case.
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Published: Thu, 08/12/2011 08:16
To improve the service that the library offers we are carrying out minor refurbishments and installing new RFID Self Service technology.
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Published: Thu, 08/12/2011 08:11
Road users in the North are being advised to check the weather forecast and road conditions before they travel as gale force winds are hitting the north.
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Published: Wed, 07/12/2011 15:55
Twelve cadets from 2375 (Neston) Squadron, Air Cadets along with 2 members of staff joined thousands of other "Santas" in the annual Santa Dash which took place in Liverpool on Sunday 4th December.
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Published: Mon, 05/12/2011 12:44
Bridge College and The Manchester College are hosting an exciting landscape gardening competition with the chance to exhibit at the RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park.
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Published: Mon, 05/12/2011 12:32
John Lewis Liverpool introduces the new Special Edition London 2012 Regional Mascot Pin Badge For the North West, designed by Neston's Sophie Roscoe.
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Published: Mon, 05/12/2011 11:43
Two days of festive fun were held at Neston Parish Church last weekend, as the annual Christmas Festival Market took place.
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Published: Mon, 05/12/2011 08:47
Local Zumba enthusiasts have helped raise over £2500 and found a new home at Claire House for Pudsey.
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Published: Sun, 04/12/2011 15:38
Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow...and as the Neston Kidz Choir sang their little hearts out, an excited collective gasp could also be heard as the 'snow' floated down.
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Published: Fri, 02/12/2011 15:08
Market shoppers in Neston were treated to some festive entertainment on Friday, and all in a number of good causes!
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Published: Wed, 30/11/2011 08:21
Public transport information during strike action
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Published: Tue, 29/11/2011 13:24
St. Winefride's Catholic Primary School in Neston held their annual Scholastic Book Fair at the end of November.
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Published: Tue, 29/11/2011 11:20
Postbox has been out of service since Saturday 23rd April 2011
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Published: Tue, 29/11/2011 09:35
Christmas arrives in Neston on Friday December 2nd with the annual Lantern Parade, Christmas Lights switch-on and performances on the Market Square.
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Published: Tue, 29/11/2011 08:49
National strikes predicted to take place on November 30th could affect a range of public sector services in the UK, as the trade unions and central Government continue to discuss pension reforms.
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Published: Tue, 29/11/2011 08:16
Northern Lights are a children's charity who take seriously ill children from the North West of England on holidays of a life time to meet Father Christmas in Lapland. Can you help us reach our fundraising goal for 2012?
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Published: Sun, 27/11/2011 11:38
The lights on the Knott Family home in Burton Road, Neston, were switched on this Saturday, to the delight of a crowd of onlookers.
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Published: Fri, 25/11/2011 15:53
Road users are advised to check weather conditions before travelling on Saturday 26th November due to predicted high winds, with gusts of between 60-70mph anticipated.
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Published: Fri, 25/11/2011 15:43
Neston High School A-level performing arts students recently issued an appeal in the local press for a ball gown.
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Published: Fri, 25/11/2011 13:33
As part of this year's Neston Christmas Festival, primary school children throughout the area were invited to take part in a competition to design Christmas trees that will make up festive bunting for the town centre.
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Published: Fri, 25/11/2011 12:46
Former X Factor contestants JLS and One Direction have joined this year's finalists on a charity single that will benefit children's charities including local hospice Claire House.
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Published: Fri, 25/11/2011 09:25
The Borderliners, a small group of amateur writers who meet weekly at Little Stanney, have just produced their second anthology of poems and short stories.
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Published: Fri, 25/11/2011 08:55
Neston Christmas Festival 2011 has arrived! It runs from November 25th through to December 20th, and takes in a wide variety of events, including the annual Lantern Parade and Lights Switch-on, theatre, fairs, carol concerts and much more.
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Published: Thu, 24/11/2011 12:05
Cheshire West and Chester's Libraries have launched a new virtual instant messaging service called local chat'.
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Published: Thu, 24/11/2011 11:18
Harry Judd, drummer with pop band McFly, is currently doing the rounds of the dancefloor on BBC1's 'Strictly Come Dancing.'
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Published: Wed, 23/11/2011 12:27
Neston Town Council has completed a project to dredge and de-silt the main drainage gutter and create two new ponds within the marshes at Parkgate following a grant from Cheshire West and Chester Council's Rural Support Fund.
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Published: Wed, 23/11/2011 09:05
Marietos Café will be closing its doors for the last time on Saturday December 3rd.
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Published: Wed, 23/11/2011 09:01
If you would like to support local Scouts, Cubs, Guides and Brownies this Christmas, you could post your local cards using the Wirral Scout Post.
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Published: Mon, 21/11/2011 15:49
As part of the Neston Christmas Festival 2011, CAN Group are helping to bring Chester's leading professional community theatre company, Theatre in the Quarter, to Neston on Saturday 3rd December with their latest production Star of Wonder.
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Published: Mon, 21/11/2011 15:20
Parents who include games consoles in the pile of presents under the Christmas Tree are being warned, "Keep an eye on the way your children use them."
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Published: Mon, 21/11/2011 10:17
At a star studded gathering of over 600 people in Manchester, Neston Cricket Club received the accolade of 'Club Mirror Cricket Club of the Year'.
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Published: Mon, 21/11/2011 10:09
Like much of Cheshire West and Chester borough, Neston and its surrounding villages has experienced crime and anti-social behaviour against our churches, scheduled monuments and listed buildings.
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Published: Mon, 21/11/2011 09:31
Some information on the Neston Christmas Festival flyers that have recently been distributed is incorrect.
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Published: Sun, 20/11/2011 11:44
Roadworks information for Highways Agency roads in the Wirral/Chester area beginning Monday 21st November.
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Published: Fri, 18/11/2011 12:30
Children at Neston Primary School saw spots in front of their eyes when they swapped their uniforms for a range of spotty clothing.
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Published: Thu, 17/11/2011 14:07
Fight the winter weather with a new snow shovel - available now from the Visitor Centre at Ness Gardens...
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Published: Thu, 17/11/2011 13:33
With Christmas just around the corner, the NSPCC's 2011 Letter from Santa fundraising campaign is off to a festive start and can be ordered now.
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Published: Thu, 17/11/2011 09:47
Vintage Radio is 'live on air' again this Autumn on 87.7 FM and via the internet.
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Published: Wed, 16/11/2011 16:09
Infant pupils at Neston Primary School have swapped the warm and comfort of their classrooms and spent most of this week learning in the school grounds
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Published: Wed, 16/11/2011 09:08
Neston's own David Woodhouse, a Guardsman with the Scots Guards, continues to make his parents proud after taking part in another major event.
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Published: Tue, 15/11/2011 12:15
Neston Police are warning householders in the Neston area to be on their guard following a spate of thefts from sheds in Hooton.
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Published: Tue, 15/11/2011 09:08
The Neston area has already seen too many examples of the damage caused by metal thefts. Your support is requested for the Metal Theft Prevention Private Member's Bill.
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Published: Mon, 14/11/2011 11:30
Awards were handed out to Key Stage 4 pupils at Neston High School recently.
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Published: Mon, 14/11/2011 11:08
Students, parents and staff at Neston High School are busily packing shoe boxes ready for this year's Christmas Shoe box appeal in conjunction with Operation Christmas Child.
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Published: Mon, 14/11/2011 10:06
Gary Barlow is bringing together the biggest and brightest stars of the music industry for BBC Children in Need Rocks Manchester, a one-off concert to help change young lives right here in the UK.
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Published: Mon, 14/11/2011 09:49
For once, the sun was shining as Neston remembered all those who have given their lives in combat.
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Published: Fri, 11/11/2011 14:52
The Labour Group of Cheshire West and Chester Council has "called in" the decision by the Conservative Executive to withdraw proposals to establish two Gypsy and Traveller sites in Saughall and Neston.
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Published: Fri, 11/11/2011 14:37
At 11.00am on the 11th November, all fell silent at Neston High School as a ceremony of remembrance for the fallen in all wars took place.
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Published: Fri, 11/11/2011 11:12
This October, Neston & District Churches Together held a Big Bible Event' at Neston Parish Church. Launched with a service at Parkgate & Neston URC, attended by the Mayor, the event attracted many people.
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Published: Fri, 11/11/2011 11:04
On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month 2011 people all over Britain fell silent in memory of the fallen
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Published: Fri, 11/11/2011 09:45
Neston Civic Society welcomes visitors to join them for their next meeting, which includes a talk on 'The Medieval Forest of Wirral.'
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Published: Thu, 10/11/2011 12:39
Neston's fastest growing independent letting agency, AndrewLETS, is expanding into property sales.
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Published: Thu, 10/11/2011 12:09
A tanker lorry is reported to have tumbled down the embankment alongside the M53 near Woodchurch this morning.
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Published: Thu, 10/11/2011 08:53
Award winning local amateur theatre company Neston Players' next production will reunite two of its leading lights back together on stage since their memorable performances in Players' successful production of Shadowlands'.
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Published: Wed, 09/11/2011 15:43
Neston and Woodfall Primary Schools hosted their first performances in French by The Flying Theatre Company this week.
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Published: Wed, 09/11/2011 12:23
Ness Botanic Gardens is pleased to announce that for the second year running, it has been short-listed for the Sustainable Tourism Award 2011 organised by Marketing Cheshire.
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Published: Wed, 09/11/2011 09:51
Six form students at Neston High School are grateful to Shimmering Reflections who will play Fairy Godmother by supplying a fabulous ball gown for their forthcoming performing arts exam.
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Published: Wed, 09/11/2011 09:15
A massive fundraising effort is underway to help raise money for a Wirral family.
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Published: Tue, 08/11/2011 15:52
Children from Willaston Primary School have created beautifully illustrated panels to replace the plaques stolen from the village's War Memorial recently.
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Published: Tue, 08/11/2011 12:52
Cheshire West and Chester Council continued its campaign against dog fouling with a roadshow in Parkgate this week.
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Published: Tue, 08/11/2011 12:18
Neston Primary have issued a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped them raise funds following the theft of the school bell earlier this year.
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Published: Tue, 08/11/2011 10:04
Could you open up your home and your life to brothers and sisters in need of comfort and stability?
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Published: Tue, 08/11/2011 09:51
The devastated family of lorry driver Tony Sainsbury who died when his heavy goods vehicle fell onto the M56 near Warrington this week have paid tribute to him.
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Published: Mon, 07/11/2011 14:48
The Commanding Officer, staff and cadets of 2375 (Neston) Squadron, Air Training Corps, would like to congratulate Flying Officer Tom Morris, RAFVR(T), and his new bride Ellie.
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Published: Mon, 07/11/2011 14:14
Veteran Merchant Seaman Alan Morton, from Neston, has seen a happy ending to his campaign for the return of the Victory in Europe commemorative bench outside the Town Hall.
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Published: Mon, 07/11/2011 09:12
It has been confirmed today that Chester will welcome the Olympic Torch to the City on the evening of Tuesday May 29th 2012, with the torch leaving the City the following morning.
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Published: Fri, 04/11/2011 09:32
Young people in West Cheshire, interested in a career in heritage skills, have until November 15th to apply for two exciting traineeships.
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Published: Thu, 03/11/2011 14:43
Wirral Hedgehog Rescue have issued a plea to local residents celebrating Bonfire Night to check their bonfires carefully.
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Published: Thu, 03/11/2011 09:28
InterACT Youth Theatre based at the NC&YC in Neston has once again been selected to participate in the Royal National Theatre's New Connections Programme.
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Published: Thu, 03/11/2011 08:34
Local residents are being given the opportunity to have their say on a proposed shake-up of parliamentary constituencies, which could see Neston separating from Ellesmere Port.
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Published: Wed, 02/11/2011 16:20
As Heswall's amateur dramatic society prepare to unveil their next production, one actor found himself in the midst of a true life drama eerily similar to the plot of the play he is rehearsing.
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Published: Wed, 02/11/2011 10:40
Neston man Michael Coyle will face trial in December after denying trying to sell a 90 year old War Memorial plaque.
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Published: Wed, 02/11/2011 10:35
Cheshire West and Chester Council is inviting local residents to have their say on draft budget proposals for the next financial year.
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Published: Wed, 02/11/2011 10:21
It has been announced that plans for a Gypsy & Traveller site in Neston have been shelved.
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Published: Mon, 31/10/2011 09:17
A Little Neston resident has passed the following information to local police.
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Published: Mon, 31/10/2011 08:57
On Saturday, 29th October Willaston Village Festival Society marked Make A Difference Day by presenting a bench to the Johnston Recreation Ground committee in commemoration of the 2009 Village Festival.
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Published: Wed, 26/10/2011 11:07
Regular users of the 272 bus route from Ellesmere Port to Arrowe Park Hospital via Neston, have been left concerned by rumours of its cancellation.
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Published: Wed, 26/10/2011 10:10
Law enforcement, Council and conservation delegates will be in Chester on Friday October 28th to help find a solution to a crime wave that is playing havoc with the Borough's historic buildings and monuments.
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Published: Tue, 25/10/2011 14:22
Representatives from local businesses, schools, and community groups met recently at Neston Cricket Club to help develop a "brand" for Neston.
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Published: Mon, 24/10/2011 12:32
A new child road safety campaign is being launched in Cheshire, ahead of the clocks going back this weekend
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Published: Mon, 24/10/2011 10:02
If you have an interest in fashion and clothes, you might really enjoy volunteering with the great team at Age UK's shop in Neston.
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Published: Mon, 24/10/2011 09:38
Neston's Cross receives an award, and judges comment on strengths and weaknesses of Neston.
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Published: Sat, 22/10/2011 11:04
Internationally acclaimed psychic Derek Acorah and 'Master Of The Mind' Alan Bates return to Thornton Hall Hotel near Neston in the Wirral for the second coming of 'Paranormal Experience.'
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Published: Fri, 21/10/2011 15:40
Year 12 students Megan Coppack and Ben Reddy have been announced as the Platinum Sports Ambassadors for all Ellesmere Port and Neston Schools.
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Published: Fri, 21/10/2011 13:56
With no assistance at all from Network Rail, information has finally reached us as to the reason for the night-time disturbance to Neston residents caused by freight trains.
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Published: Wed, 19/10/2011 13:44
Steven Rittey's latest challenge was to race the Mersey Ferry from Manchester to Liverpool, raising funds for Clatterbridge Your Cancer Care.
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Published: Wed, 19/10/2011 11:14
Parents and Carers of current Neston High pupils were invited to attend a consultation evening this week, to consider whether the school should convert to Academy Status. All parents are strongly advised to have their say.
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Published: Mon, 17/10/2011 15:52
A six hundred metre section of The Parade at Parkgate is being resurfaced which will result in the road being closed between Monday October 24th and Friday October 28th.
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Published: Mon, 17/10/2011 11:48
On Saturday November 12th the selection of Cheshire West & Chester's candidates for the UK Youth Parliament will take place.
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Published: Mon, 17/10/2011 10:35
A row has broken out between Tory and Labour Councillors after Cheshire West and Chester Council voted to introduce 20 mph speed limits 'only on residential roads where there is a demonstrable need and strong local support from the communities involved.'
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Published: Mon, 17/10/2011 09:33
X Factor Finalists The Risk, Frankie Cocozza, Kitty Brucknell and Johnny Robinson are amongst the acts appearing on a charity single in aid of ACT & Children's Hospices UK.
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Published: Fri, 14/10/2011 13:01
The family of Russell Green have been left reeling after appeal judges quashed the suspended sentence handed out to motorist Philip Delduca in May.
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Published: Fri, 14/10/2011 10:37
CAN Group are appealing to local residents to take just a few minutes to vote for them to receive a Nat West Community Force grant.
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Published: Thu, 13/10/2011 16:38
The Lodestar in Neston has locked its doors - apparently for the last time.
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Published: Thu, 13/10/2011 12:50
The Chief executive of Cheshire West and Chester Council, Steve Robinson, toured the ward of Little Neston and Burton on October 12th with Cllrs Louise Gittins and Kay Loch.
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Published: Wed, 12/10/2011 09:50
Wirral Jazz Friends had a very happy evening on Friday 7th October at Heswall Royal British Legion with people from all over Wirral and futher away.
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Published: Wed, 12/10/2011 09:34
Neston Parish Church Youth in the Community are hoping to make a short film about their 'Wednesday @ 7' youth club.
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Published: Mon, 10/10/2011 14:25
Students following the Environmental and Landbased Diploma planted eleven spruce trees in the school grounds to mark 2011 being the United Nations International Year of Forests.
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Published: Fri, 07/10/2011 16:09
Comedy, music, dance and more...
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Published: Fri, 07/10/2011 10:04
Celebrating the success of students past and present, including Neston's Lauren Arnison who has landed the title role in a UK touring production of 'Annie.'
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Published: Wed, 05/10/2011 09:49
Hollywood Actor Daniel Craig has spoken of his support for a forthcoming fundraising event in aid of Clatterbridge Hospital.
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Published: Wed, 05/10/2011 09:07
Neston children are invited to come forward for casting for a production of Oliver and a Nativity Play, to be performed this Christmas.
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Published: Tue, 04/10/2011 14:07
Lord Derby today opened a £2 million Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for horses at the University of Liverpool's Philip Leverhulme Equine Hospital near Neston.
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Published: Tue, 04/10/2011 10:44
Magnificent, breath-taking, awesome - these are just a few words used to describe the Harvest flower displays at The Fisherman's Church' in Parkgate.
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Published: Mon, 03/10/2011 14:12
Nicola Roberts revealed how pleased she is to support Alder Hey when she took time out from promoting her album to visit patients on their cancer unit.
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Published: Mon, 03/10/2011 13:30
Research into the Mosquito population in the Neston area has now been published.
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Published: Mon, 03/10/2011 12:10
Dot Brady, a retired flower-arranging tutor is running a 5 week course entitled "Flower arranging on a budget" at Neston Community & Youth Centre.
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Published: Sun, 02/10/2011 12:21
A large group of pupils, parents, staff and friends of Neston Primary School picked up their buckets and sponges at one of their regular car washes on Saturday.
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Published: Sun, 02/10/2011 11:21
Ness Botanic Gardens were excited to be part of the City of Liverpool's exhibit at World Expo in Shanghai during 2010. Their exhibit at that event, a Microsoft Surface device that encourages interactive learning, has now returned to the Gardens.
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Published: Fri, 30/09/2011 13:59
Two men are being interviewed by Cheshire police following burglaries that took place earlier this week.
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Published: Fri, 30/09/2011 13:18
Hardy souls are invited to brave the elements on Boxing Day by taking a sponsored Dip in the chilly lake at West Kirby.
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Published: Thu, 29/09/2011 15:06
Pupils from schools in the Neston area have joined with children from throughout the borough to become Junior Environment champions.
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Published: Thu, 29/09/2011 14:19
A home in Parkgate came under attack this week in an unusual incident involving a potential intruder.
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Published: Mon, 26/09/2011 13:42
Cheshire Rural Touring Arts has announced its new Autumn line-up of theatre, music, comedy and drama for rural communities.
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Published: Mon, 26/09/2011 13:34
Canvassers from Cheshire West and Chester Council are about to visit households who haven't yet returned their electoral registration forms.
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Published: Sat, 24/09/2011 17:37
Chocolate Labrador Raya was the winner of Neston's annual fun dog show which took place at Stanney Fields Park on September 24th.
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Published: Fri, 23/09/2011 15:06
The RSPB proudly declared the Burton Mere Wetlands nature reserve open today, with ribbon cutting duty carried out by BBC Springwatch presenter Iolo Williams.
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Published: Fri, 23/09/2011 14:04
Daniel and Gemma, who both work at the Deeside Pharmacy in Little Neston, are raising funds for Macmillan.
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Published: Fri, 23/09/2011 08:19
This year's Tesco for Schools & Clubs scheme has been another success, seeing Neston schools and clubs set to receive fantastic new equipment.
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Published: Wed, 21/09/2011 17:01
Sainsbury's Neston have linked up with local charity Bread of Life.
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Published: Wed, 21/09/2011 14:52
A man will appear in Court next month charged with stealing a war memorial plaque from a village churchyard.
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Published: Wed, 21/09/2011 09:32
Organisers of the 2011 Neston Christmas Festival are asking for all local groups and organisations to get in touch with their event information
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Published: Wed, 21/09/2011 09:22
A Cheshire charity honoured by The Queen is calling for people to nominate the county's best volunteer groups for a national award.
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Published: Wed, 21/09/2011 09:13
Neston and District Chamber of Trade's partner organisation, the West Cheshire and North Wales Chamber of Commerce, has warned local businesses to be vigilant over a telephone scam.
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Published: Mon, 19/09/2011 13:46
The Circus Stars Summer Reading challenge has been a runaway success at Neston Library this summer.
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Published: Mon, 19/09/2011 11:52
The NSPCC is challenging fearless people in Merseyside and Cheshire to plunge 10,000ft out of a plane this autumn to help raise vital funds for the children's charity.
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Published: Fri, 16/09/2011 15:44
Plants paid for out of the fundraising efforts of volunteers are being stolen from Neston Library's Sensory Garden.
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Published: Fri, 16/09/2011 08:26
A quantity of stolen lead has been recovered by police officers in the Neston area.
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Published: Thu, 15/09/2011 17:49
Year 5 and Year 6 pupils at Parkgate Primary School have started the new school year with a very special guest.
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Published: Thu, 15/09/2011 17:43
A £2m bridge repairs scheme at Junction 5 of the M53 is being combined with a £2.5m safety project further south along the motorway to minimise inconvenience to drivers.
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Published: Thu, 15/09/2011 17:34
Balloons all appeared to have travelled east, to Nantwich, other East Cheshire villages, Derbyshire villages including Chesterfield to the north and four into Nottinghamshire.
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Published: Thu, 15/09/2011 08:35
Cheshire West and Chester Council and partners the Chester Civic Trust are thanking the many building owners and volunteers across the region who once again welcomed the public to their properties to enjoy Heritage Open Days.
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Published: Mon, 12/09/2011 15:30
A burglar who stole cash from The Malt Shovel pub in Neston is being hunted by detectives.
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Published: Mon, 12/09/2011 11:28
Trading Standards North West are warning the public to be aware of ongoing attempts by computer fraudsters to scam cash from them by claiming to represent Microsoft.
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Published: Mon, 12/09/2011 10:59
Classes available both for beginners and more experienced dancers. Book now!
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Published: Mon, 12/09/2011 09:53
After the sellout success of the choirs from Budapest and St Petersburg, the Rotary Club of Neston have announced that they will present a very special choral concert on June 1st 2012.
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Published: Mon, 12/09/2011 09:12
It was another successful event with the threat of heavy rain thankfully not materialising, a range of fantastic cars dating from 1907 up to 1980 and an interesting country run, which included the "totally unnecessary traffic lights permanently on red - both ways!"
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Published: Mon, 12/09/2011 07:42
The deep area of low pressure which contains post-tropical cyclone Katia is moving closer to western Scotland.
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Published: Fri, 09/09/2011 11:41
A good number of local residents turned out for the first Police Community Action Meeting in Neston for over eighteen months. Issues discussed ranged from crime detection and prevention, to speeding and anti-social behaviour.
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Published: Thu, 08/09/2011 10:02
Members of Cheshire West & Chester Council's Executive Committee have recognised that more work needs to be done before any of the proposed Gypsy and Traveller Sites can be progressed.
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Published: Wed, 07/09/2011 15:13
Local residents are being invited to take part in a public consultation regarding possible future developments at Parkgate Marsh.
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Published: Wed, 07/09/2011 15:07
Little Actors Theatre Company, thanks to a grant from NHS/Rural West, is able to recommence the Yoga for All programme in Neston.
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Published: Wed, 07/09/2011 15:02
Little Actors Theatre Company is presenting Oliver' and a Nativity for the autumn term.
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Published: Wed, 07/09/2011 10:00
Further to the furore that is currently raging in Neston over the proposal for a residential Gypsy and Traveller site, it has now been revealed that there could be a direct threat to local jobs.
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Published: Tue, 06/09/2011 11:21
Visitors to Parkgate will be getting up close and personal with the Dee Estuary's rare birds of prey on Sundays in September through to March.
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Published: Tue, 06/09/2011 10:22
Cheshire West and Chester Council is urging local residents to show their support for the their local parks and green spaces by voting for them as the nation's favourite.
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Published: Mon, 05/09/2011 09:39
In a competition being run by the Grange and Pyramids Shopping Centre, Neston's very own Katy Collins could be the next Face of the Wirral.
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Published: Fri, 02/09/2011 14:59
Neston shoppers today helped a talented local musician to raise even more money for charity.
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Published: Fri, 02/09/2011 14:02
Cheshire West and Chester Council will vote this week on a proposal for a number of residential sites for travellers in the area, including one at Buildwas Road, Neston.
Have your say - take part in our survey or leave a comment.
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Published: Fri, 02/09/2011 10:09
There will be a temporary road closure in Willaston to allow for carriageway haunching and resurfacing preparation works on Heath Road.
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Published: Wed, 31/08/2011 10:50
Neston's coal mining history is being celebrated with the launch of the Neston Colliery Audio Trail.
It can now be downloaded, along with three other local audio trails, from a dedicated webpage.
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Published: Wed, 31/08/2011 09:25
News about Wednesday and Thursday night activities for young people in Neston, including a new Sport4All programme.
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Published: Tue, 30/08/2011 15:52
North Cheshire Classic Car Club hosted a Classic Car Show at Foxes Riding School in Ledsham on Sunday 14th August.
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Published: Tue, 30/08/2011 14:15
A brand new service of worship for the local community.
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Published: Tue, 30/08/2011 13:51
16th August saw the Staff and Cadets of 2375 (Neston) Squadron say goodbye and a fond farewell to one of it's long standing cadets as he embarks on his career as a chef in the RAF.
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Published: Tue, 30/08/2011 13:26
Scott Robertson is our regional table tennis competitor for the 2012 Paralympic Games. A fundraising appeal has been launched to help pay for a new wheelchair.
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Published: Mon, 29/08/2011 10:45
As predicted, legwarmers were indeed out in force as Neston took a nostalgic trip back to the 1980s.
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Published: Sat, 27/08/2011 11:28
Local residents have recently been concerned about conflicting rumours relating to a local children's nursery closure.
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Published: Thu, 25/08/2011 14:03
The long wait is finally over and celebrations have begun for Neston High School students who, today, are celebrating the best ever GCSE results
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Published: Sat, 20/08/2011 11:29
Neston High School students are celebrating their A level results. With a 100% pass rate, and over 50% achieving the higher A* to B grades
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Published: Tue, 16/08/2011 16:00
Local mother and Wirral Belles WI member, Yasmin Limbert is one of twelve of the countrys best amateur bakers to take part in the second series. BBC 2
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Published: Mon, 15/08/2011 13:02
The Friends of Stanney Fields Park once again organised a great day out for families in Neston on August 13th.
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Published: Fri, 12/08/2011 09:38
Last week Cheshire West and Chester Council's Chief Executive, Steve Robinson, took a tour of Neston accompanied by Ward Councillor Andy Williams
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Published: Wed, 10/08/2011 18:34
Cheshire Police have made a number of arrests relating to the use of social media to incite public disorder.
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Published: Tue, 09/08/2011 13:16
Stanney Fields Park is one of seven green spaces in Cheshire West to have received the coveted award.
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Published: Mon, 08/08/2011 13:34
The Highways Agency is advising drivers that traffic is likely to be busy around the M56 and M6 over the forthcoming bank holiday weekend with up to 40,000 music lovers a day heading to the annual Creamfields festival.
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Published: Mon, 08/08/2011 11:41
The clouds may have looked threatening at times, but they were not going to stop local children enjoying this year's West Vale Park Play Day in Little Neston.
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Published: Fri, 05/08/2011 13:27
Cheshire West and Chester Council has teamed up with the BBC's Big Splash campaign, to get more people into the pool this summer.
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Published: Thu, 04/08/2011 09:43
A festival featuring the best young guitar bands in Wirral will take place on August 20th. Tickets now available, priced at just £3 each.
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Published: Wed, 03/08/2011 09:53
The annual 14 mile pilgrimage from Neston to St Olave's Church in Chester has been filmed for a new BBC TV series.
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Published: Tue, 02/08/2011 16:53
The man arrested yesterday on suspicion of theft of memorial plaques at a Willaston church has been granted police bail.
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Published: Mon, 01/08/2011 13:40
Cheshire West and Chester Council Sports Development team has held a celebration event to recognise the dedication and achievements of several local sports performers.
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Published: Mon, 01/08/2011 11:19
Derek Bateman, Leader of the Labour Group on Cheshire West and Chester Council, died suddenly on Saturday, at his Ellesmere Port home.
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Published: Mon, 01/08/2011 10:33
A fun day organised in memory of well known Neston resident Rob Taylor has raised hundreds for Claire House Children's Hospice.
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Published: Fri, 29/07/2011 09:12
Summer is here and people across West Cheshire are being invited to celebrate our city, towns, villages, countryside and communities by getting involved in the big tree wrap.
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Published: Thu, 28/07/2011 12:00
The Grenfell family have written to local stakeholders to announce that English Heritage have listed parts of the Mostyn House School site at Parkgate, Neston.
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Published: Thu, 28/07/2011 10:25
Cheshire West and Chester Council has launched an online interactive tool to consult residents on next year's budget.
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Published: Thu, 28/07/2011 09:09
Neston residents are warned today not to fall victim to internet conmen.
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Published: Wed, 27/07/2011 12:34
Two buildings were targeted by lead thieves in Neston last night, following a number of similar incidents in recent weeks.
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Published: Tue, 26/07/2011 12:04
Sophie Roscoe from Neston High School has won the top award in the North West Regional 2012 Olympic Games mascot design competition.
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Published: Tue, 26/07/2011 11:57
Neston Town Council is looking into setting up a Youth Council to represent the views of young people in the area.
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Published: Tue, 26/07/2011 10:53
Flower Lounge owners Chris Dawson and Dave Faulkner have suffered another setback this week, following the break-in last Friday.
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Published: Mon, 25/07/2011 15:08
A motion is being submitted to Cheshire West and Chester Council, supporting plans to create a new high speed rail link between London, Birmingham and the North West.
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Published: Mon, 25/07/2011 08:37
Drivers in the North West and visitors to the region are to be reminded to tow safely this summer - after a spate of accidents already in the run up to this year's main holiday season.
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Published: Fri, 22/07/2011 14:25
Year Six pupils from Woodfall Primary in Neston said goodbye to their school this week before stepping out in style.
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Published: Fri, 22/07/2011 11:56
Police are investigating an incident that took place in the early hours of Friday morning in Neston.
A thief broke through the toughened glass window and made off with a charity collection box.
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Published: Thu, 21/07/2011 10:16
A sharp-eyed Neston police officer may have prevented a further lead theft.
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Published: Thu, 21/07/2011 10:03
Neston Rotary Club is approaching its 50th anniversary, and members are considering whether the town would like something to mark the occasion.
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Published: Thu, 21/07/2011 09:14
Andrew Miller, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, has spoken out in support of badgers, branding government plans for culling as 'short sighted'.
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Published: Thu, 21/07/2011 08:58
Cheshire West and Chester Councillor David Robinson is calling for a 20mph speed limit for all residential areas across the Borough.
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Published: Wed, 20/07/2011 15:50
An evening of local musical entertainment in Neston last night raised hundreds for Crossroads Care.
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Published: Tue, 19/07/2011 16:34
A balloon race at Neston's Village Fair has increased awareness of Cheshire based charity Overseas Aid for Kids in Sierra Leone (OAKS).
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Published: Tue, 19/07/2011 12:00
As the end of the term and school year approaches we wanted to provide an update on the roof repairs and finding a replacement bell.
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Published: Mon, 18/07/2011 12:46
Performing Arts, Sport, Swimming, Circus Skills and much more...it's all on offer in and around Neston this Summer.
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Published: Mon, 18/07/2011 12:31
Parkgate and Willaston Primary Schools are on a list of more than 30 schools across Cheshire West and Chester that will soon be reaping the environmental and cost-saving benefits of solar power.
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Published: Thu, 14/07/2011 14:18
As the centrepiece to Calday Grange Grammar School's 375th anniversary celebrations, pupils, their families and staff have been taking part in LEJoG.
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Published: Thu, 14/07/2011 13:49
Police are appealing for information following a burglary in Neston last weekend.
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Published: Thu, 14/07/2011 12:42
A 13-tonne excavator has begun a large-scale project to naturally reduce the numbers of biting insects at Parkgate on the Dee Estuary.
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Published: Wed, 13/07/2011 17:02
Established over 50 years ago, Neston & District Chamber of Trade exists to provide support for the many local businesses in the area.
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Published: Wed, 13/07/2011 15:06
Would you like to practice French speaking? I am looking to intiate regular French Conversation meetings in the Neston area.
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Published: Wed, 13/07/2011 15:02
Andrew Miller, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, has spoken out for whales after a recent IFAW event.
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Published: Wed, 13/07/2011 10:11
An early 17th Century medical recipe book containing a panacea for the Pestilence' or Plague is among an exhibition of priceless treasures being staged by the Cheshire Record Office.
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Published: Tue, 12/07/2011 16:58
It was a good weekend for Chris Morley at the Phoenix Open, the main fixture race of the NG Motorcycle Road Racing Championships.
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Published: Tue, 12/07/2011 11:47
Cheshire West and Chester Council wants to hear from people who are passionate about making a difference as a children's social worker.
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Published: Tue, 12/07/2011 11:31
If you've attended the RHS Tatton Show this year then keep hold of your ticket!
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Published: Mon, 11/07/2011 11:58
Thornton Hall Hotel & Spa, near Neston, has fought off national competition to win a prestigious Good Spa Award.
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Published: Mon, 11/07/2011 11:03
Police are warning the public to be on their guard following a rise in handbag and sophisticated 'distraction' type thefts targeting supermarket shoppers in West Cheshire.
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Published: Mon, 11/07/2011 10:54
David and Victoria Beckham are celebrating the arrival of their fourth child, and first daughter.
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Published: Mon, 11/07/2011 09:33
An inspired way to ensure the entire family turns out for an event - provide both sporting activities and some retail therapy.
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Published: Sun, 10/07/2011 18:17
Fourteen of Neston's Pink Fillies completed the Race For Life to top off a four month long fundraising effort.
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Published: Sun, 10/07/2011 13:44
Neston residents enjoyed a splendid July evening in Stanney Fields Park this weekend.
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Published: Sat, 09/07/2011 11:01
The NSPCC and SPAR have launched Recipe for ChildLine', a new initiative to get the people across the region reminiscing, sharing and making their favourite childhood recipes, whilst raising money for the 24 hour helpline for children and young people.
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Published: Fri, 08/07/2011 12:11
Alex Steepe has raised over £1000 for two charities close to her heart by holding a car boot and plant sale at her home in Neston.
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Published: Thu, 07/07/2011 09:14
Year 6 pupils at Neston Primary School maintained the very high standards set by previous pupils when they performed 'Oliver' recently.
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Published: Thu, 07/07/2011 08:29
Power Struggle is an amazing adventure gameshow being filmed in Jordan this Summer.
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Published: Wed, 06/07/2011 09:43
Red Voix will be headlining a fundraising evening at the Hinderton Arms in Neston this month.
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Published: Tue, 05/07/2011 13:48
Detectives are investigating a burglary in Parkgate that took place over the weekend.
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Published: Tue, 05/07/2011 12:55
On a beautiful Summer Sunday, 3rd July, members gathered with family and friends at St Thomas's Church in Parkgate.
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Published: Tue, 05/07/2011 11:20
Funds raised at Sainsbury's for the Neston Primary School Bell Fund have been presented to the school.
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Published: Tue, 05/07/2011 09:32
This year's Family Fun Day at Neston Cricket Club was a roaring success, as hundreds of people descended on Parkgate to enjoy a day of glorious weather.
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Published: Mon, 04/07/2011 19:25
Neston Village Fair took place on Saturday July 2nd, with the sun shining all afternoon on a field packed with hundreds of people enjoying the day.
Full gallery of photos now added...
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Published: Mon, 04/07/2011 10:26
Parkgate Primary School's latest production is the famous Wizard of Oz.
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Published: Mon, 04/07/2011 10:26
Pupils from Acorn Nursery and Neston Primary School recently had the opportunity to learn first hand about the dangers of trucks, when a large lorry arrived in the car park.
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Published: Fri, 01/07/2011 16:36
David Woodhouse, whose parents run S&N Motor Factors in Neston, has been taking part in some significant recent events.
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Published: Fri, 01/07/2011 12:47
The Giants have been successful in securing a grant from the Jubilee Peoples Millions.
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Published: Fri, 01/07/2011 10:19
Police across Western area, which includes Neston, are leading a crackdown on lead theft.
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Published: Fri, 01/07/2011 10:11
A bird measuring in at over 8 feet tall has landed for the first time on the RSPB Dee Estuary nature reserve, near Neston.
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Published: Thu, 30/06/2011 13:10
After nominations were invited from the local community, Sainsbury's colleagues made the final choice from a shortlist of three organisations.
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Published: Wed, 29/06/2011 08:28
Residents in the Neston area are experiencing problems with brown water emerging from their taps. Engineers have yet to identify the root cause.
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Published: Tue, 28/06/2011 10:28
Police are appealing for witnesses following an incident that took place in Parkgate on Sunday evening.
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Published: Mon, 27/06/2011 19:21
A number of schools in the Neston area will be affected by strike action called for June 30th in response to Government proposals affecting teacher's employment and pension terms.
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Published: Mon, 27/06/2011 17:04
Three councils are working together to try to secure £20m of grant funding to deliver superfast broadband across Cheshire and Warrington by 2015.
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Published: Sun, 26/06/2011 11:24
Free drop in sessions now available.
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Published: Sat, 25/06/2011 18:39
Head Teacher Rob Golding with an update following the Fair, and a progress report on the work being carried out on the belfry.
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Published: Fri, 24/06/2011 15:32
The 'All Aboard' afternoon at the library for National Bookstart Day on Friday June 10th was a huge success despite the rain and the sun did come out in the end!
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Published: Fri, 24/06/2011 11:38
With just over a week to go until the Liverpool-Chester-Liverpool Bike Ride takes place on Sunday 3rd July, Paralympic silver medallist Rik Waddon shares his views about the event, cycling and his training for the 2012 Olympics.
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Published: Thu, 23/06/2011 22:21
Despite the huge outpouring of disgust locally following the theft of the bell and lead tiles from Neston Primary School, thieves have struck yet again.
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Published: Thu, 23/06/2011 09:06
Head Teacher invited to Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace.
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Published: Wed, 22/06/2011 14:40
The Olympic torch is coming through the Cheshire West and Chester area, so there is an opportunity to nominate individuals to be torchbearers for a local leg.
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Published: Wed, 22/06/2011 14:11
The field is filling up for the 2nd Wirral Golf Classic with numbers well up on last year.
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Published: Wed, 22/06/2011 12:09
A community radio project based in Wirral and aimed at giving over-50s a voice has won a prestigious national award.
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Published: Wed, 22/06/2011 09:39
Neston Home Watch representatives will be in Sainsbury's on Friday to appeal for new members and spread the word about their new website.
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Published: Wed, 22/06/2011 09:30
A team of Wirral based cyclists have raised a thousand pounds for Help For Heroes.
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Published: Tue, 21/06/2011 16:57
Residents throughout the CH64 postcode area will soon find a copy of the brand new Neston Area Guide dropping through their letter boxes.
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Published: Tue, 21/06/2011 13:59
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have sent a letter of thanks to Little Gems Pre-School in Neston, much to the excitement of staff and pupils alike.
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Published: Tue, 21/06/2011 11:56
Neston's popular village fair will take place on Saturday 2nd July on the Comrades' Field behind the Parish Church in Neston High Street, starting at 1.15pm.
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Published: Mon, 20/06/2011 15:51
Staff, pupils, parents and friends of Neston Primary School picked up their buckets and sponges this weekend to raise money to replace the school's stolen bell. More photos now added...
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Published: Mon, 20/06/2011 11:11
Nominate your club, coach or individual for the Cheshire West and Chester Council Sports Awards 2011.
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Published: Fri, 17/06/2011 09:51
Cheshire West and Chester Council have organised 14 events as part of a campaign to promote National Eye Health Week and AgeUK Falls Awareness Week held between June 20 and 24.
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Published: Fri, 17/06/2011 08:29
The NSPCC is calling on nurseries across the North West to take part in its annual Pedal Push.
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Published: Tue, 14/06/2011 10:27
Staff, pupils and parents at Neston Primary School have been touched at the response from the community following the recent theft of the school bell.
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Published: Mon, 13/06/2011 14:00
Pupils at Woodfall Primary in Little Neston spent an entire day on a cross-curricular maths exercise involving a wide variety of activities.
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Published: Mon, 13/06/2011 12:46
Little Actors Theatre is offering another 10 week yoga course for adults commencing Monday 13th June.
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Published: Sat, 11/06/2011 16:54
AboutMyArea is delighted to bring you news of the marriage today of Ms Terri Leahy, landlady of The Brown Horse in Neston, and Mr Alan Binns.
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Published: Fri, 10/06/2011 09:12
Neston bike racer Chris Morley, backed by Bargain Booze (Little Neston & Pensby), has this week secured a personal sponsorship deal with energy drink manufacturer Battery.
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Published: Thu, 09/06/2011 14:47
A new skills course to be held in Ellesmere Port may help reduce insurance premiums for young drivers.
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Published: Wed, 08/06/2011 12:37
Auditions for this year's Neston's Got Talent competition took place at the Parish Church this week.
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Published: Wed, 08/06/2011 11:21
Hundreds of local people turned out for the CH64 Big Lunch at Stanney Fields Park on Sunday June 5th. Read all about it and see a great selection of photos from the day.
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Published: Wed, 08/06/2011 09:18
Damage caused to Neston Primary School will take thousands of pounds to make good. If you know who may have been responsible, please step forward. Fundraising is underway, your help would be appreciated.
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Published: Mon, 06/06/2011 13:49
Willaston based Hadlow Green Singers are looking forward to a music packed week next month.
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Published: Mon, 06/06/2011 11:38
On Saturday June 11th 2011 three residents of Brombrough and one of Sheffield will be taking part in a charity bike ride from Bromborough to Betws y Coed in Wales.
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Published: Mon, 06/06/2011 10:08
Willaston Village Festival Society are planning an exciting programme of events this summer, to raise awareness of the next Festival in 2012.
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Published: Fri, 03/06/2011 12:01
Just a reminder if you haven't seen the posters or had a flyer that it's the Neston Big Lunch this Sunday.
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Published: Thu, 02/06/2011 15:05
Water voles odd hair-do puzzles experts at the RSPB Dee Estuary nature reserve near Neston.
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Published: Thu, 02/06/2011 09:03
Adactus Housing have £7,000 to invest in Neston, Willaston and Ellesmere Port.....any ideas??
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Published: Thu, 02/06/2011 08:50
Raising funds for the 2012 Willaston Festival, a Sports Fun Day and Country Market will be held on Saturday 9th July.
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Published: Tue, 31/05/2011 13:00
The NSPCC is daring adrenaline junkies in Merseyside to take on a sponsored skydive this summer to help raise funds for the children's charity.
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Published: Tue, 31/05/2011 11:11
Take That fans travelling to the band's mini-season of concerts at the City of Manchester Stadium are getting help from the Highways Agency - but are being urged to plan their journeys before taking to the region's motorways.
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Published: Fri, 27/05/2011 18:52
Official photos taken at the recent Year 11 Prom Night at Neston High School are available to order.
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Published: Fri, 27/05/2011 18:47
It is with great excitement that Neston Players proudly announce that their next production will be the Norman Robbins thriller, "Prescription for Murder."
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Published: Thu, 26/05/2011 16:43
Illyria, the superb open-air theatre company, are bringing two of their productions to Ness Gardens during their 2011 Summer Season.
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Published: Thu, 26/05/2011 16:03
Cheshire West and Chester Council has helped Ellesmere Port and Neston Special Olympics squad successfully secure a grant of £15,000.
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Published: Thu, 26/05/2011 15:01
Wirral learner drivers needing to take their theory test will have to travel to Liverpool to do so after August.
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Published: Wed, 25/05/2011 16:11
There will be a temporary road closure of Raby Park Road, Neston to enable Cheshire West and Chester Council to carry out carriageway resurfacing works.
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Published: Tue, 24/05/2011 20:09
Local MP Andrew Miller has teamed up with TV presenter Angela Rippon to support this year's Carers Week (13-19 June) and recognise the contribution made by people in Ellesmere Port and Neston, and throughout the UK, who provide unpaid care for someone who is ill, frail or disabled.
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Published: Tue, 24/05/2011 14:13
Cheshire Police are seeking witnesses to the accident on May 6th that has now resulted in the death of an 89 year old woman from Neston.
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Published: Tue, 24/05/2011 11:17
St Winefride's Airlines took to the skies this week as pupils took part in an International Day.
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Published: Mon, 23/05/2011 14:31
Bromborough Golf Club has completed a £200k upgrade to its clubhouse facilities after securing funding from NatWest's commercial banking team in Liverpool.
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Published: Mon, 23/05/2011 09:51
An Amber wind alert is in place for road users across the North.
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Published: Sun, 22/05/2011 16:31
This year's Prom Night at Neston High took place on Friday evening. We are pleased to bring you a small selection of the photos taken by official photographer for the evening, Linda Pelling.
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Published: Sun, 22/05/2011 09:40
Staff and pupils of Neston Primary School welcomed a huge number of visitors to their open evening recently.
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Published: Fri, 20/05/2011 09:04
Chester will be the first Celebration city visited in the North West by the London 2012 Olympic Torch. The city is planning to stage one of the most spectacular welcomes Chester has ever seen, on May 29th 2012, and one of the most ambitious in the journey of the Torch around the country.
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Published: Thu, 19/05/2011 13:29
As part of an overall spending review, Cheshire West and Chester Council are carrying out a public consultation on two proposals relating to changes to Home to School Transport.
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Published: Thu, 19/05/2011 12:36
At the Town Council's Annual Meeting on May 17th Cllr Martin Barker was elected as Neston Town Council's new Mayor.
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Published: Thu, 19/05/2011 10:18
Members of the Grenfell family have written to neighbours and other local stakeholders with a current status report regarding the Mostyn House site in Parkgate, Neston.
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Published: Thu, 19/05/2011 09:08
Cheshire Police are urging residents to look out for elderly and vulnerable neighbours following a number of 'distraction' type burglaries across the county.
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Published: Wed, 18/05/2011 10:10
Sainsbury's have presented Neston Primary with a special cake to help celebrate their 105th birthday.
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Published: Wed, 18/05/2011 08:45
Neston Primary School in Burton Road is holding an open afternoon/evening on Wednesday 18th May from 3.30 - 7pm.
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Published: Tue, 17/05/2011 11:47
Fifteen pupils from Neston High School had the chance to learn about the science and technology behind solar panel production with a visit to Sharp Manufacturing Company in Wrexham earlier this month.
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Published: Mon, 16/05/2011 13:13
A Springer Spaniel dog is being sponsored to walk The Cumbrian Way in aid of Claire House Children's Hospice, Wirral.
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Published: Mon, 16/05/2011 12:00
As Kate Middleton prepared for her fairytale wedding, local slimmer Wendy was celebrating seeing her own dreams come true.
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Published: Fri, 13/05/2011 16:12
Order your ready-made staffs, or buy a Make-Your-Own kit - Neston's Flower Lounge are here to help for Neston Ladies Day.
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Published: Fri, 13/05/2011 14:33
The car driver responsible for causing the death of Neston family man Russell Green in September 2010 was sentenced today at Mold Crown Court.
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Published: Fri, 13/05/2011 14:06
North Wales based graffiti artist Andy 'Dime One' Birch organised an art workshop at Neston Primary School this week.
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Published: Fri, 13/05/2011 09:59
A group of local care organisations, working with Cheshire West and Chester Council, have pledged to work together to give customers the best possible service and attention.
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Published: Wed, 11/05/2011 09:58
From 10th May to 5th June, customers at Sainsbury's Neston can vote for their favourite local charity to receive one year's fundraising and support from Sainsbury's and its customers.
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Published: Tue, 10/05/2011 15:43
Neston Taxis are looking to recruit some additional drivers.
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Published: Tue, 10/05/2011 11:16
Little Actors Theatre offers yoga classes for adults and children. With the start of the new term we have places available in some of the classes.
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Published: Tue, 10/05/2011 09:19
The NSPCC is calling on people across the region to get on their bikes and hit the open road for this years Manchester to Liverpool Bike Ride.
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Published: Fri, 06/05/2011 18:13
Local Government Elections took place on Thursday 5th May.
All results in the CH64 area for Cheshire West and Neston Town Council wards have now been declared.
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Published: Thu, 05/05/2011 08:38
Vote today for candidates standing for election in the Neston area for Cheshire West and Chester Council and Neston Town Council.
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Published: Wed, 04/05/2011 10:17
Members of Neston Players hopped on a bus to Blackpool this week to attend the prestigious annual NODA North West amateur theatre awards.
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Published: Tue, 03/05/2011 12:52
Neston's InterACT Youth Theatre (formerly known as Little Actors Youth Theatre) will be offering a FREE drama project for the summer term for young people aged 11+.
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Published: Tue, 03/05/2011 12:46
St Thomas's Church in Parkgate was bursting at the seams as villagers gathered to mark the Royal Wedding with a grand sit-down tea party last Friday.
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Published: Tue, 03/05/2011 09:23
A Dining-In is to be held at the Grange Hotel - all former and current cadets, staff and committee members are invited to attend.
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Published: Fri, 29/04/2011 19:19
The 'Pink Fillies' are using the Brown Horse pub in Neston as their base, as they set out on their quest to raise money for Breast Cancer research.
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Published: Thu, 28/04/2011 12:46
Roads closed and helicopters airborne following incident at local shop in Neston.
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Published: Thu, 28/04/2011 09:06
CAN Group and Neston Town Council are looking to set up a group to promote the growing and eating of healthy, locally produced food.
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Published: Tue, 26/04/2011 16:23
After a major refurbishment of their facilities off Boathouse Lane, Parkgate Pony Sanctuary celebrated with two open days at Easter.
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Published: Tue, 26/04/2011 12:07
With the Wheatsheaf celebrating it's 400th anniversary in 2011 the current owners have come up with something special to commemorate this significant occasion.
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Published: Tue, 26/04/2011 10:06
Jewellery making, Zumba, Dating Victorian Photos - just some of the taster sessions available at Neston Library for Adult Learners Week.
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Published: Tue, 26/04/2011 09:37
It's back! If you have a hankering to sing, dance, tell jokes or show off your circus skills - whatever your talent, come and show us!
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Published: Sat, 23/04/2011 16:35
Neston's very own Marietos Cafe are taking the opportunity to display some of their home-produced wares at the Chester Food and Drink Festival this weekend.
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Published: Thu, 21/04/2011 11:02
Ness residents have successfully used a little known piece of legislation to their advantage and have had an area of land registered as a common following the hard work of Philip Wynne of Flashes Lane and his neighbours.
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Published: Thu, 21/04/2011 10:46
Four Neston cadets, Flight Sergeant Langford, Corporal Daker, Corporal Reid and Cadet Ellison, recently took part in the Merseyside Wing Adventure Training Exercise Competition.
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Published: Thu, 21/04/2011 10:01
Intrepid locals from the Brewers Arms in Neston took the plunge yesterday to raise money for charity.
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Published: Wed, 20/04/2011 12:24
Police report incidents of thefts from motor vehicles in the Willaston and Hooton area, and offer advice on crime prevention.
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Published: Mon, 18/04/2011 14:44
The annual Neston and District Art Society exhibition took place earlier this month.
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Published: Mon, 18/04/2011 13:10
Roadworks will be finished by end of Monday 18th April.
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Published: Sat, 16/04/2011 13:19
41 year old Philip Delduca of Mold, Flintshire, has admitted causing the death of Neston resident Russell Green by driving without due care and attention.
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Published: Fri, 15/04/2011 16:26
Parkgate Primary School held an Easter service in St Thomas's Church, involving superb acting and great singing!
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Published: Thu, 14/04/2011 22:14
A new poll shows support strengthening for the Alternative Vote. Our article contains information on that as well as links to useful pages about the Referendum.
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Published: Wed, 13/04/2011 09:15
In the latest addition to a clutch of sports training opportunities for Neston's young people, Boxing training is now available at NC&YC.
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Published: Tue, 12/04/2011 17:08
This May local solicitors are helping to make a difference to cancer patients by signing up to take part in Write a Will Month for Clatterbridge your cancer centre.'
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Published: Mon, 11/04/2011 13:09
On Thursday, 7th April St Winefride's Primary School in Little Neston held a Sponsored Skipathon/Go Crazy Day.
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Published: Fri, 08/04/2011 14:56
Little Actors Theatre Company is offering a professionally led performing arts summer school in Neston for 7-11 year olds. Book early to avoid disappointment.
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Published: Fri, 08/04/2011 14:19
Neston Primary pupils make an outstanding contribution to their school and the wider Community - says Ofsted
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Published: Fri, 08/04/2011 13:55
With Junior Chefs Academy and a Steelpan Workshop, pupils at Parkgate Primary School have been particularly busy this week.
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Published: Thu, 07/04/2011 13:30
Spring is here, and with it news of Jazz nights at the Boathouse.
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Published: Thu, 07/04/2011 13:09
As part of their Afri Twin project, Woodfall Primary School in Little Neston held a Beatles Day to celebrate their local culture.
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Published: Wed, 06/04/2011 09:02
The University of Liverpool, which provides specialist care for large racing events such as the John Smith's Grand National, is to establish a £2 million intensive care unit (ICU) at its Equine Hospital in Neston.
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Published: Tue, 05/04/2011 16:28
Fiesta will be the theme for this year's fair, taking place on Saturday 2nd July.
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Published: Tue, 05/04/2011 14:57
Neston Primary School had a surprise visit from Roy Wilson, PR Ambassador Sainsbury's Neston this week.
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Published: Tue, 05/04/2011 14:25
Friends of Stanney Fields Park in Neston have recognised a long-standing member of the group with a commemorative snowdrop planting event in the park he dedicated his time to preserve.
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Published: Mon, 04/04/2011 12:26
Cheshire West and Chester Council has commenced a public consultation on its Rural Regeneration and Rural Housing Strategies.
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Published: Mon, 04/04/2011 12:14
Neston Civic Society have once again entered Neston in the annual Community Pride Competition.
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Published: Mon, 04/04/2011 11:58
When Sainsbury's instore baker Sean Jones read on AboutMyArea that the cake sale was to take place, he swung into action to create some delightful hand-decorated cupcakes to donate to the cause.
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Published: Sun, 03/04/2011 15:41
As forms keep pouring into the census processing centre six days ahead of the 6 April deadline, make sure you are not left breaking the law for not completing it.
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Published: Fri, 01/04/2011 14:11
Over the next few weeks National Census collectors will be making follow- up calls to those households in Cheshire who have not returned their Census form.
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Published: Tue, 29/03/2011 18:59
It's Hedgehog Awareness Week from 1st to 7th May, and Neston's very own hedgehog rescue service could do with your help.
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Published: Tue, 29/03/2011 18:44
Neston High School's BTEC Travel and Tourism students had a close encounter with Dragons from the local business community recently.
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Published: Tue, 29/03/2011 18:08
Cheshire West and Chester Council continued its Bag it and Bin it' campaign against dog fouling with a road show in Willaston. Council officers were on hand to give advice and issue free dog waste bags.
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Published: Mon, 28/03/2011 16:15
Two hundred tickets for the event sold out in advance, and the evening was a huge success, raising over £4600 so far, towards home adaptations and improvements needed for the family of Neston boy suffering from a rare medical condition.
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Published: Mon, 28/03/2011 15:13
Performing Arts A level students joined together on Friday 4 March for a very successful trip to London.
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Published: Mon, 28/03/2011 15:02
Preparations are in full swing for a very important society wedding this Spring, as Neston Players eagerly rehearse for their next production.
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Published: Mon, 28/03/2011 14:33
Last week, neighbouring MPs, Andrew Miller and Alison McGovern called together local scientists and science-based businesses.
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Published: Wed, 23/03/2011 15:44
The Chancellor of the Exchequor has revealed his latest Budget. Here is a handy guide to the key points.
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Published: Tue, 22/03/2011 16:49
Actress Suzanne Collins attended a cooking master class on Alder Hey's cancer ward this week.
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Published: Tue, 22/03/2011 10:51
The Friends of Park Fields have recently been granted an award from the "Awards for All" Big Lottery Fund, which is being used to carry out the Friends' planned programme of work to improve the area known locally in Parkgate as "The Cowfield".
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Published: Tue, 22/03/2011 08:20
On Saturday 12 March, a group of sponsored walkers, including several dogs, set off from Parkgate and Neston United Reformed Church to raise money for Christian Aid.
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Published: Fri, 18/03/2011 22:08
Red noses, tights, mascara and fun have been out in force in Neston, as people threw themselves into raising money for Comic Relief. See pictures here from Bishop Wilson Primary, Neston Primary and Sainsbury's.
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Published: Fri, 18/03/2011 15:05
A 60ft high bungee jump experience is on offer in Neston in April for anyone brave (or mad!) enough to take it on...
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Published: Wed, 16/03/2011 17:08
Police have warned teenagers in Neston that they are clamping down on rowdy and abusive behaviour.
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Published: Wed, 16/03/2011 14:54
Neston's Little Actors Theatre Company will be running a Summer Course at NC&YC in August.
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Published: Wed, 16/03/2011 14:46
A Neston musician who plays with the BBC Philharmonic has told of the Orchestra's ordeal on a suspension bridge during the recent earthquake in Japan.
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Published: Wed, 16/03/2011 09:53
Two local schools, Woodfall Primary and Neston High School, are proving that friendship really is worth singing about.
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Published: Tue, 15/03/2011 10:29
As tickets go on sale for the Olympic Games, new advice has been launched to make sure it's the criminals who miss out.
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Published: Tue, 15/03/2011 08:57
The second Rotary Club Technology Tournament was held recently at Neston High School, with a total of 17 teams taking part.
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Published: Mon, 14/03/2011 17:06
Police are still keen to speak to potential key witnesses to a road traffic collision in Neston that resulted in the death of local resident Rob Taylor.
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Published: Mon, 14/03/2011 14:32
Neston's Got Talent finalists No More Heroes are a local rock/pop band of 18 year olds.
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Published: Mon, 14/03/2011 14:13
Karen Jones, Helen Bradley and Marilyn Tait are losers - and they couldn't be more proud.
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Published: Mon, 14/03/2011 12:45
Mersey Ferries have a new port of call - the Ellesmere Port Boat Museum.
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Published: Mon, 14/03/2011 08:33
The Census takes place on 27th March 2011. You can now complete it online. Here is all the information you need.
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Published: Mon, 14/03/2011 08:19
Cadets of 2375 (Neston) Squadron were among the many Squadrons of Merseyside Wing that took part in the Freedom of the City parade in Liverpool this week.
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Published: Fri, 11/03/2011 11:00
A celebration took place at Parkgate Pre-School this week, as their brand new premises were declared officially open by the Mayor of Neston.
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Published: Fri, 11/03/2011 09:47
Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre, Chester's unique open air theatre company, which premiered in 2010, is to return this year with double the plays.
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Published: Thu, 10/03/2011 11:40
Neston resident Joseph Windsor (13) has a rare condition, Myofibrillar Myopathy, affecting his heart, muscles and nerves.
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Published: Thu, 10/03/2011 10:16
Neston High School student Charlie Palin is one of a panel of young scientists who this week gave evidence to the House of Commons Science and Technology Committee during their inquiry into the funding arrangements for astronomy and particle physics.
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Published: Wed, 09/03/2011 12:37
Young people from the Neston area have taken part in a make-over of the skate park at Stanney Fields Park.
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Published: Wed, 09/03/2011 09:25
St Winefride's Catholic Primary School in Neston held an event this week to celebrate Fairtrade Fortnight, with a helping hand from the local Sainsbury's store.
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Published: Tue, 08/03/2011 13:36
A recent OFSTED inspection has judged Neston Children's Centre to be improving all outcomes for children and families in the local area.
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Published: Tue, 08/03/2011 13:19
Thornton Hall Hotel and Spa will play host to the first Wirral Fashion Festival in March, with tickets now on sale.
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Published: Tue, 08/03/2011 11:37
Woodfall Primary School in Little Neston celebrated the recent World Book Day with fancy dress and a spectacular cake.
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Published: Tue, 08/03/2011 11:03
Members of the public are invited to a second round of consultation over Neston's Public Realm Study
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Published: Mon, 07/03/2011 12:45
Police seek witnesses to fatal collision.
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Published: Tue, 01/03/2011 15:19
March 1st is the day that many parents of children going to secondary school in September will have been dreading. Has your child been offered a place at one of your preferred secondary schools?
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Published: Tue, 01/03/2011 13:55
Cheshire West and Chester Council has agreed to freeze the authority's Council Tax precept for 2011-12.
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Published: Wed, 23/02/2011 11:35
Paralympic Silver medallist Rik Waddon,Patron of Claire House, helped Claire Bear to launch the Liverpool Chester Liverpool bike ride, which is to take place on Sunday, 3rd July.
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Published: Tue, 22/02/2011 14:30
Recently, the website thisismoney.co.uk ran a report claiming that 'new research' from Admiral Insurance showed the CH64 postcode to be third in a top 20 'league table' of car crime hotspots nationwide.
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Published: Tue, 22/02/2011 13:02
Neston Town Mayor, Cllr David Clark, has created an endowment at Neston High School to fund a prize to the most improved GCSE student from the Town Council area.
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Published: Tue, 22/02/2011 11:12
Stocking a wide range of plants and fresh cut flowers, plus gift ideas and advice on planting.
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Published: Tue, 22/02/2011 10:12
CAN Group has been commissioned by Neston Town Council to produce a NESTON AREA GUIDE, primarily for the benefit of local residents. You have until Feb 25th to submit your information.
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Published: Sat, 19/02/2011 13:52
Nearly four hundred homes and businesses were left without telephone lines in Neston due to the actions of thieves. Police are now seeking witnesses.
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Published: Thu, 17/02/2011 16:20
Sainsbury's Active Kids programme is back - save vouchers for your local school or club to exchange for sports, cooking and growing equipment.
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Published: Thu, 17/02/2011 11:24
According to reports from the British Geological Survey, Britain could see spectacular Northern Lights over the next two nights.
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Published: Thu, 17/02/2011 09:05
2375 (Neston) Squadron, Air Training Corps is celebrating it's 50th Anniversary this year with a special night, inviting members past and present to join them.
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Published: Tue, 15/02/2011 11:57
Janet Holmes is holding a solo exhibition at Burton Manor Atelier Gallery, where she also has her own workshop.
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Published: Mon, 14/02/2011 13:07
A unique approach to coping with loss and grief comes to Neston in the form of an exhibition of sculptures, running from 22nd February to 7th March.
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Published: Mon, 14/02/2011 11:37
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is warning taxpayers to be vigilant following a surge of fake phishing' emails sent out by fraudsters, following the 31 January Self Assessment tax return filing deadline.
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Published: Mon, 14/02/2011 10:01
Local resident Belinda Bettam began her Macmillan Hiking Challenge this weekend, by walking 27 miles in the foyer of Sainsbury's.
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Published: Fri, 11/02/2011 12:31
Irish Guardsman Lewis Wilby has been lauded for his heroic actions in Afghanistan. He chased an insurgent across an unchecked minefield after spotting him laying improvised explosive devices.
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Published: Fri, 11/02/2011 08:26
Local resident Ian Ellis died earlier this month after collapsing outside Sainsbury's in Neston in the early hours of the morning.
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Published: Thu, 10/02/2011 15:12
Parkgate Primary School had a fantastic time recently when they took part in the Big Schools' Birdwatch.
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Published: Wed, 09/02/2011 16:51
Parkgate and Neston United Reformed Church have sucessfully bid for funding to revamp their Community Hall.
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Published: Wed, 09/02/2011 14:37
Four people have been arrested in a UK Border Agency raid on the Chinese Chef restaurant in Neston.
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Published: Wed, 09/02/2011 11:08
Funding has been secured to deliver a six week training programme for anyone interested in volunteering or working with young people in Neston.
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Published: Wed, 09/02/2011 09:59
In a mini concert in front of fifty people, the Choir showcased the skills they have learned over the past few months - and how much fun it's been!
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Published: Mon, 07/02/2011 13:15
Cheshire Police have advised motorists to be aware of possible hazards due to the high winds over the past 24 hours.
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Published: Sun, 06/02/2011 13:30
Neston Primary School ran a fund-raising car wash at the weekend, with proceeds going to help more pupils take part in residential visits.
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Published: Sun, 06/02/2011 13:17
Little Neston resident Belinda Bettam is setting out on the journey of a lifetime to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support
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Published: Sat, 05/02/2011 16:17
Philip Delduca of Mold, Flintshire, has been charged with causing the death of 45 year old Russell Green from Neston, by driving without due care and attention.
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Published: Fri, 04/02/2011 13:47
BBC 1's Countryfile programme this weekend will feature Parkgate, as the team take a trip to Wirral
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Published: Fri, 04/02/2011 07:49
The Met Office has warned that gales will continue throughout today, with heavy and persistent rain in places. Highways Agency advises motorists to check conditions before setting out.
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Published: Thu, 03/02/2011 13:47
In December, the children of Little Actors' Theatre Clubs and DramaTots got into the spirit of Christmas by presenting a seasonal show with lots of drama and plenty of seasonal singing and dancing.
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Published: Thu, 03/02/2011 08:05
Is your child sitting the 11+ test this year? Do you want to give them the best chance of passing?
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Published: Wed, 02/02/2011 10:30
West Cheshire residents planning to hold a street party to celebrate the Royal Wedding on April 29th have been offered a helping hand by the local authority.
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Published: Wed, 02/02/2011 09:41
Walkers, cyclists, horse riders and canoeists across Cheshire will be able to discover the county's hidden gems following the launch of an improved version of a popular website.
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Published: Wed, 02/02/2011 09:19
A visitor ban at Arrowe Park and Clatterbridge hospitals has now been eased, but a rise in the cost of parking is now in effect.
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Published: Wed, 02/02/2011 08:11
A man has collapsed and died in the Market Square outside Sainsbury's in Neston.
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Published: Tue, 01/02/2011 16:44
Work gets underway to refurbish the roof of the Station House at Hadlow Road in Willaston, near Neston, on Monday February 7th.
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Published: Mon, 31/01/2011 12:38
Representatives from the Chester Cycling Campaign were in attendance at the CWaC Forum in Neston on Friday, to encourage local cyclists to give their views on possible safety improvements to the A540.
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Published: Mon, 31/01/2011 11:36
The Willaston Village Festival Society is organising a Village Street Party for the afternoon of the Royal Wedding on 29th April.
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Published: Mon, 31/01/2011 10:06
With the closure of Burton Manor due to take place at the end of March, the Gladstone Room was packed with members, local residents and staff, anxious to hear of any likelihood of the College remaining open.
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Published: Sat, 29/01/2011 13:20
Neston was buzzing with activity on Friday January 28th, when several community events took place in and around the Market Square.
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Published: Thu, 27/01/2011 15:03
They're at it again! Following on from last year's four nominations at the NODA North West Amateur Theatre Awards, the Neston Players were recently delighted to receive no fewer than five nominations for the 2011 awards event.
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Published: Thu, 27/01/2011 09:54
The public are to be consulted over plans to run a major new power cable (HVDC) along the full stretch of the Wirral peninsula. Consultation events in February include one at Neston Community & Youth Centre.
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Published: Wed, 26/01/2011 08:26
St Nicholas' Church in Burton is consulting over plans to build an extension to create a new meeting room, which may necessitate the removal of some graves.
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Published: Tue, 25/01/2011 10:29
Stephen Roberts, Chair of the Liverpool Hoteliers Association and Manager of Crowne Plaza, is urging the North Wests top hotels to get behind Alder Hey Imagine Appeal.
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Published: Mon, 24/01/2011 15:54
Go over the edge to end poverty in the Manchester Velodrome Abseil on Saturday 26 March 2011.
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Published: Mon, 24/01/2011 15:26
The new term has begun for our yoga classes for adults and children. Due to popular demand, we are hoping to start an additional class, so please contact us if you would like to reserve your place.
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Published: Mon, 24/01/2011 14:20
This Friday, January 28th, Neston residents will have multiple opportunities to have their say on local issues.
Several events are taking place in the vicinity of the Market Square, including roadshows relating to the Public Realm Design Guide and Cheshire Police.
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Published: Fri, 21/01/2011 12:16
Residents in the Cheshire West area are invited to have their say on how the local countryside is managed. This will be of particular interest to residents in rural and semi-rural areas such as Neston.
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Published: Thu, 20/01/2011 11:35
Figures published today reveal that, across Cheshire, 162 motorists were arrested during a month-long police operation to tackle drunk driving.
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Published: Thu, 20/01/2011 09:11
Cheshire West and Chester Council is offering free activities and short breaks to families with disabled children and young people from babies to 19 years of age.
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Published: Tue, 18/01/2011 12:31
Neston Library are offering two opportunities for anyone interested in researching their family or local history.
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Published: Mon, 17/01/2011 16:32
Following the recent announcement that a consultancy has been engaged to produce a Public Realm Design Guide for Neston Town Centre, local residents now have the chance to give their views.
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Published: Mon, 17/01/2011 11:36
The decision on an application to list the entire Mostyn House site in Parkgate will need to be made before progress can be made on future developments.
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Published: Wed, 12/01/2011 10:07
Join in the 18th annual Liverpool to Chester Bike Ride, and help raise much needed funds for Claire House hospice.
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Published: Tue, 11/01/2011 13:07
Janet Holmes, a new resident at Atelier, Burton Manor, is exhibiting her work in Frodsham in January and February.
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Published: Tue, 11/01/2011 11:53
Police say burglars can be particularly active at the start of a new year, targeting electrical goods, jewellery and other items which people have bought, or received as presents, over the Christmas period.
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Published: Tue, 11/01/2011 09:08
51 year old Shirley Davies from Wallasey was seriously injured in a road accident in Neston this week.
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Published: Fri, 07/01/2011 13:57
The new Sainsbury's store in Neston gave an early Christmas present to Parkgate Pre-School by offering them some practical help in their hour of need.
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Published: Thu, 06/01/2011 13:39
Yoga classes for adults and children will be starting again next week at Neston Youth and Community Centre.
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Published: Wed, 05/01/2011 14:22
The screening of films showing events in Wirral over the last 100 years is just one of the highlights of a new season at the Gladstone Theatre in Port Sunlight.
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Published: Tue, 04/01/2011 15:02
Detectives in Neston are appealing for witnesses following a burglary in Little Neston on New Years Eve.
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Published: Tue, 04/01/2011 12:56
Having been forced to suspend in-patient visiting from shortly after Christmas, Arrowe Park Hospital have now eased the restrictions to some extent.
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Published: Tue, 04/01/2011 12:27
A veterinary surgeon based at the University of Liverpool's Philip Leverhulme Equine Hospital in Neston will lend his expertise to the equestrian team at the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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Published: Tue, 04/01/2011 09:50
In May, Neston Players will be staging a production of Lord Arthur Savile's Crime, a play by Constance Cox based on a story by Oscar Wilde.
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Published: Sat, 01/01/2011 12:40
Burton resident Wendie Darlington, director of fundraising at Claire House Hospice, has been given an MBE in the New Year's Honours List.
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