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News Archive 2017
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Published: Sun, 31/12/2017 11:04
Karen Jones, Chairman of Northern Lights Children's Charity, based in Neston, has been recognised with an MBE in the Queen's New Year Honours 2018 for her services to children with life limiting illnesses in the North West and North Wales.
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Published: Wed, 20/12/2017 08:58
For our nativity service a week before Christmas, we were delighted to team up with the Parkgate Pony Sanctuary, who brought in a Shetland pony pretending to be a donkey for us!
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Published: Wed, 20/12/2017 08:12
Sgt Lisa Wilson from Neston police advises that two burglaries took place on Monday, one in Neston and one in Little Neston.
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Published: Tue, 19/12/2017 13:50
Having a young family can be a demanding time, and if other things come along too - bereavements, illness, depression, addiction, job loss or other misfortunes, life can get unbearable for you.
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Published: Tue, 19/12/2017 13:44
A Letter to the editor from Leader of Cheshire West and Chester Council and Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board, Samantha Dixon.
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Published: Tue, 19/12/2017 13:28
Neston saw Northern Lights Children's Charity's 30th Anniversary trip to Lapland off in style on the 14th December, with the rhythmic beats of Batala Mersey's drums creating a fitting celebration and send off.
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Published: Mon, 18/12/2017 17:35
A new edition of Neston resident Anthony Annakin-Smith's popular Wirral Walks: 100 miles of the Best Walks in the Area' was published in the summer and we had a copy to give as a prize.
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Published: Mon, 18/12/2017 13:02
The Mayor of Neston, Cllr Pat Kynaston, shares her thoughts with us for Christmas 2017.
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Published: Mon, 18/12/2017 13:01
Rev Alan Dawson shares his thoughts with us at Christmas.
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Published: Mon, 18/12/2017 13:00
Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, shares his thoughts with us for Christmas.
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Published: Mon, 18/12/2017 10:04
A Nativity Play for the infants, while juniors perform at the Parish Church.
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Published: Mon, 18/12/2017 10:01
Another splendid morning was spent with Woodfall Rotakids in Neston, who were holding their annual 'funky glasses' fundraising day.
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Published: Mon, 18/12/2017 09:45
A festive crowd gathered at the Donkey Stand in Parkgate on Friday, to enjoy carols around the Christmas tree.
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Published: Sun, 17/12/2017 10:55
Hip & Harmony CIC finished a busy year on a high this weekend, with their Celebration of Youth show at Neston Civic Hall.
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Published: Fri, 15/12/2017 10:50
Santa's Grotto event at Hadlow Road Station went ahead as planned on Sunday 10th December with 140 children visiting Santa in his signal box grotto.
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Published: Fri, 15/12/2017 10:21
Local removal company All In Clearance & Storage has hit its target in collecting selection boxes to gift at the Claire House Children's Hospice's Christmas party.
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Published: Tue, 12/12/2017 11:03
Residents of Hallwood Court and Hinderton Mount were treated to a Christmas performance last week as part of Neston Players' commitment to take performances to those in the community who are not able to get to see the shows throughout the year.
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Published: Mon, 11/12/2017 09:48
Volunteers will be fundraising for Christian Aid in the local area over the next couple of weeks.
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Published: Mon, 11/12/2017 09:28
Local resident Brian MacDonald is again asking Neston people to save their stamps this Christmas.
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Published: Sun, 10/12/2017 13:59
A record-breaking 140 people took part in the third annual Santa and Elf Dash from Elephant Coffee in Neston to Elephant Lounge in Parkgate.
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Published: Fri, 08/12/2017 08:59
Neston Novas, the local junior netball squad, were celebrating this week after receiving a funding boost from the Skipton Building Society.
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Published: Fri, 08/12/2017 08:55
Neston residents are being urged to share their views and help Cheshire West and Chester Council create a borough-wide framework which will ensure community buildings and provision meet the needs of the people they serve.
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Published: Thu, 07/12/2017 10:37
Businesses from throughout the area gathered at Elephant Coffee in Neston High Street for a Christmas celebration with a handful of awards.
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Published: Tue, 05/12/2017 15:38
During November 2017, Neston Town Council heard from Mrs Pauline Fielding about the dangers at the junction of Raby Park Road and the A540 Chester High Road. Now they are calling for improvements to be made.
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Published: Mon, 04/12/2017 15:29
What a way to end a year of 30th Anniversary celebrations - with all the glamour of a Ball.
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Published: Mon, 04/12/2017 12:16
A by-election was held on Thursday 30 November 2017, to fill a vacant seat in Parkgate Ward on Neston Town Council.
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Published: Mon, 04/12/2017 10:17
The calibre of spelling talent at Neston High School must be extraordinary if this, the 2017 Spelling Bee, is anything to go by.
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Published: Mon, 04/12/2017 09:58
Children in Years 5 and 6 at Bishop Wilson CE Primary School, Burton, Neston, made fantastic Christmas decorations recently.
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Published: Mon, 04/12/2017 09:41
Neston Town Council once again hosted a Victorian Christmas Festival on December 2nd, to celebrate the festive season and to switch on the town centre's Christmas lights.
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Published: Mon, 04/12/2017 08:49
An AboutMyArea reader has been in touch to say she lost a new but treasured silver bracelet in Neston last week and would be grateful to hear from anyone who may have found it.
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Published: Fri, 01/12/2017 10:26
Wirral Wildlife, a local volunteer group of Cheshire Wildlife Trust, received their Queen's Award for Voluntary Service recently.
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Published: Thu, 30/11/2017 12:45
As if the fun wasn't enough, or the thought of raising much-needed funds for youth projects in Neston, here are two more GREAT reasons for signing up to take part in this year's Santa and Elf Dash.
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Published: Thu, 30/11/2017 12:38
Mozkitos Coffee House in Parkgate recently received a certificate from Neston Fairtrade Group in recognition of their regular use of Fairtrade products.
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Published: Wed, 29/11/2017 13:33
The community in Neston is a step closer to getting an improved play area and open space at Sytchcroft Park, thanks to a grant of nearly £45k from funding body WREN and match funding of over £90k from the Neston S106 pot and other contributions.
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Published: Wed, 29/11/2017 10:11
At the end of an amazingly successful year for Little Actors Theatre, another prestigious award came their way.
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Published: Tue, 28/11/2017 16:52
Neston Recreation Centre, operated by Brio Leisure, will re-open in Spring next year, after a multi-million pound make-over.
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Published: Tue, 28/11/2017 12:31
A vibrant new all day coffee shop come modern bistro is now open in Neston. From this week it will also be open in the evenings from Thursday to Saturday.
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Published: Mon, 27/11/2017 10:24
Northern Lights Children's Charity made dreams come true last week for 10 very deserving children with a trip to Disneyland Paris.
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Published: Fri, 24/11/2017 10:34
Year 6 children from Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton, Neston, attended a Big Maths' event run by Liverpool University recently.
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Published: Thu, 23/11/2017 15:45
A leading Chartered Financial Planners has welcomed the announcement by Chancellor Philip Hammond in yesterday's budget that stamp duty is to be abolished for first-time buyers purchasing properties worth up to £300,000.
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Published: Thu, 23/11/2017 12:30
Police have received a number of complaints in regard to parking outside the New Neston High School Building.
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Published: Thu, 23/11/2017 10:04
Hayley and Robyn have joined the team offering support to people in Neston who are affected by cancer.
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Published: Wed, 22/11/2017 11:33
Children from Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton, Neston, had great success at a recent Cross Country Race between local Primary Schools.
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Published: Tue, 21/11/2017 11:21
Cheshire Police have arrested a 50 year old man from Winsford in connection with the theft of charity boxes in Neston.
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Published: Mon, 20/11/2017 13:48
Parkgate Primary School held an Outside the Classroom Day recently.
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Published: Mon, 20/11/2017 09:06
Neston man Alan Johnson has become the recipient of the Champion of Champions Award for his three decades of dedication to Northern Lights Children's Charity.
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Published: Fri, 17/11/2017 17:30
Elephant Bank has once again put Neston on the map, this time winning Gold for Best Independent Pizza Restaurant in the UK, at the national PAPA Awards.
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Published: Fri, 17/11/2017 15:45
Police have released CCTV images of a man they wish to speak to in connection with the theft of three charity boxes in Neston.
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Published: Fri, 17/11/2017 15:31
Three candidates are standing in the by-election for a seat on Parkgate ward for Neston Town Council. Each was invited to submit a statement to explain why residents in the ward should vote for them.
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Published: Thu, 16/11/2017 08:20
Local residents are urged to have their say on how Cheshire West and Chester Council's budget is spent between 2018 and 2021.
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Published: Wed, 15/11/2017 11:06
Saturday 11th November saw the grand opening of Neston Theatre Arts (@Brook Street) - the new home for registered charity Little Actors Theatre.
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Published: Wed, 15/11/2017 09:24
Aldi in Neston is one of three distribution areas in the national chain to have a nut product removed from its shelves over allergy fears.
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Published: Mon, 13/11/2017 10:01
An accident took place on Liverpool Road near the junction with Drake Road in Neston on Friday 10 November, resulting in injury to a young boy.
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Published: Mon, 13/11/2017 09:56
A huge well done to the Year 6 children of St Winefride's Catholic Primary School in Neston, who recently took part in the second round of the Tag Rugby competition, playing against schools from Ellesmere Port, Frodsham and Helsby.
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Published: Mon, 13/11/2017 09:17
The annual Remembrance Sunday parade took place in Neston on November 12th, bringing together veterans, dignitaries and the area's uniformed organisations in a poignant tribute.
Photographs by Bernard Rose.
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Published: Fri, 10/11/2017 12:01
Exciting times at Elephant Bank in Neston - they've been shortlisted for 'Best Independent Pizza Restaurant in the UK', at the prestigious PAPA (Pizza, Pasta and Italian Food Association UK) Awards.
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Published: Fri, 10/11/2017 10:09
At the National Drama Festival Association All Winners' British Final, the group won the Nan Nuttall Memorial Award.
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Published: Fri, 10/11/2017 10:05
Several shops in Neston and Little Neston were recognised for their support for the Fairtrade campaign recently.
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Published: Fri, 10/11/2017 09:46
San is a 14 year old cat who had been missing since Friday 20th October in the centre of Neston.
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Published: Tue, 07/11/2017 08:48
Anticipation is high as Neston Players return to the stage in King and Country', the fourth in their five year play cycle to commemorate the centenary of the First World War.
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Published: Tue, 07/11/2017 08:36
Neston business Victory Fitness & Nutrition, run by local mum of two and Fitness presenter Vicky Cunningham, will be launching a morning schedule of fitness classes in Neston, just in time to get you ready for the party season.
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Published: Mon, 06/11/2017 18:00
Elves will be giving Santas a run for their money at this year's Elephant fundraising dash on Sunday December 10th, with proceeds going to young people projects at NCYC.
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Published: Mon, 06/11/2017 11:47
Local businesses will once again gather at the Civic Hall in Neston on Wednesday December 6th, for a Christmas celebration that includes a handful of coveted awards. You have just a few days to nominate your favourite for Best Customer Service.
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Published: Mon, 06/11/2017 11:21
Walkers with children and dogs advised to be on the look out for Portuguese man-o-war in the North West.
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Published: Mon, 06/11/2017 09:39
Intrepid members of the Friends of West Vale Park in Neston got something of a soaking at the weekend.
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Published: Mon, 06/11/2017 09:22
Last Saturday morning, seven of the flower arrangers at Neston Parish Church made thirty two garlands of poppies to create a unique display for Remembrance Day 2017.
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Published: Fri, 03/11/2017 12:41
Ellesmere Port & Neston MP Justin Madders is demanding action from the Government to support Vauxhall and the automotive sector ahead of the Autumn Budget.
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Published: Fri, 03/11/2017 12:37
Regular hot drinks purveyor at Neston Market, Rich Coffee, has been awarded with a certificate by the town's Fairtrade support group.
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Published: Wed, 01/11/2017 15:36
Tax payers should act now if they are to avoid a predicted increase in tax rates, says a leading Chartered Financial Planners.
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Published: Wed, 01/11/2017 07:14
All In Clearance & Storage offers a unique local storage solution - a pod delivered to your door; you pack it, then it's taken away and stored for you.
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Published: Tue, 31/10/2017 11:56
November sees Neston Players take to the stage in 'King and Country.' Martin Riley directs a tremendous cast of experienced actors in the amateur dramatic world.
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Published: Mon, 30/10/2017 13:15
From Thursday 16th November, local foodbank sessions are moving to Neston Community Youth Centre.
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Published: Mon, 30/10/2017 12:09
More Neston school children were testing their horticultural skills recently, all in a very good cause.
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Published: Mon, 30/10/2017 11:35
Neston High School are holding their popular Christmas Fair on Sat 2nd December from 10.30am to 12.30pm.
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Published: Mon, 30/10/2017 11:13
A thank you to the audience and local businesses who supported the Rotary Club's recent concert.
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Published: Mon, 30/10/2017 10:10
Hip and Harmony's 64 N'ukes got into the Christmas spirit early, when they entertained the shoppers during a festive open evening at the Gifts For Me and You outlet in Thingwall recently.
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Published: Mon, 30/10/2017 09:53
Children in Years 2, 3 and 4 at Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton, Neston, have been busy preparing their Literacy topic The Gift Horse' by making Indian Dream Catchers.
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Published: Mon, 30/10/2017 09:40
The Hilbre-class boat on the Middle-Slipway was recently encase in a sandstone rockery. Parkgate Poet Barrie Youde has penned a suitable tribute to the addition.
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Published: Mon, 30/10/2017 08:55
Congratulations to St Winefride's Catholic Primary School Hockey team - district champions for the third year in a row!
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Published: Tue, 24/10/2017 14:37
Jayne and Jim Furlong from Neston-based PetPals Wirral West share their tips on how to keep your pets safe over the coming firework season.
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Published: Tue, 24/10/2017 12:31
Neston resident James Rigby is taking on an all-day running challenge to raise money for this year's Children in Need.
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Published: Tue, 24/10/2017 09:34
A hen welfare charity is working tirelessly to re-home 300 ex-commercial hens saved from slaughter this weekend.
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Published: Mon, 23/10/2017 09:37
A Raleigh pushbike, very similar to the one in the picture, was stolen last week from the Haddon House flats behind the Brewers Arms in Neston.
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Published: Fri, 20/10/2017 10:52
You will notice significant flaring activity across the marsh between today and Tuesday 24th October.
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Published: Thu, 19/10/2017 09:25
As this first photo clearly shows, the long and the short of it is that Neston's Woodfall Primary School Rotakids are great at raising money for good causes.
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Published: Tue, 17/10/2017 09:07
Neston Rotarians spent another splendid day with Rotakids at Woodfall Primary School this week, planting crocus corms to sell in aid of the Polio Eradication programme at their Christmas Fair.
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Published: Mon, 16/10/2017 10:01
400 jobs are expected to be lost at the Vauxhall manufacturing plant in Ellesmere Port, following an announcement by owners PSA Group today.
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Published: Mon, 16/10/2017 08:55
School children at Neston Primary spent a morning with the Royal Navy recently, as part of the school's STEM Polar Explorer Programme.
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Published: Mon, 16/10/2017 08:44
Year 2, 3 and 4 children from Bishop Wilson CE Primary School, Burton, Neston, had an exciting day at Weaverhall Museum recently.
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Published: Fri, 13/10/2017 10:57
Following recent significant damage to a football field at Neston Recreation Centre by quad bike riders, leaders of the local Neston Nomads teams have expressed their dismay and police are seeking the culprits.
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Published: Fri, 13/10/2017 09:52
30 September 2017, a wet evening in Willaston but the Memorial Hall was rocking with the charity Musical Extravaganza organised by Willaston and South Wirral Rotary Club.
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Published: Fri, 13/10/2017 09:24
After being awarded a grant from Neston Town Council, a new support group for women who live in the Neston area has now opened. Aimed at women who experience mental health problems and/or social isolation, the group is facilitated by women who themselves have, or have had, experience of mental ill health.
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Published: Fri, 13/10/2017 08:39
Since the Annual Meeting of Neston Town Council Council back in May, there have been several changes to its membership, with a number of Councillors leaving and others taking their place.
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Published: Thu, 12/10/2017 09:29
Public Health England and the NHS's joint Stay Well This Winter campaign launched this week in Cheshire West and Chester with the national flu vaccination programme now available nationwide to all eligible people.
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Published: Thu, 12/10/2017 09:25
Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, supported Organ Donation Week and an appeal for constituents to talk about organ donation, at a recent Parliamentary reception.
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Published: Tue, 10/10/2017 12:17
Police & Crime Commissioner for Cheshire, David Keane, is offering an exciting opportunity to get involved in policing by volunteering to independently observe the policing of protests and demonstrations.
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Published: Mon, 09/10/2017 17:08
Sad news, unfortunately we have been informed that the body of the cat missing from Leighton Road in Neston has been found.
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Published: Mon, 09/10/2017 10:26
Chris Hampshire, Chair of the Friends of Hadlow Road Station in Willaston, updates us on their latest news.
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Published: Fri, 06/10/2017 14:34
Ness Neighbours' Coffee Morning on Tuesday 3rd October raised over £253 in aid of the Macmillan Nurses charity.
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Published: Fri, 06/10/2017 09:17
Children at Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton, Neston, spent a fantastic two days taking part in Forest School recently.
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Published: Fri, 06/10/2017 09:10
A local resident is looking for a mobile phone, lost either around the Green in Little Neston or in Willaston village on Thursday 5 October.
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Published: Thu, 05/10/2017 10:58
AboutMyArea Neston is pleased to help promote a truly local venture - the Neston 2018 Calendar. Produced by and on sale at My Gift Place, featuring photos from local photographers and a donation from proceeds going to Neston Angels.
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Published: Thu, 05/10/2017 10:52
Woodfall Primary School in Neston had a visit this week from the Rotary Club's Vocational Training Team from Australia.
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Published: Wed, 04/10/2017 09:32
Due to the unfortunate circumstance of Monarch Holidays going into administration, the 2017 Lapland trip organised by Northern Lights Children's Charity was in jeopardy, until Neston's Perfect Getaways saved the day.
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Published: Wed, 04/10/2017 09:19
Popular site manager Colin Wells has retired from the RSPB Dee Estuary near Neston after over 40 years.
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Published: Tue, 03/10/2017 13:26
District 1180 Rotakids from Woodfall Primary School in Neston held a cake sale this week.
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Published: Tue, 03/10/2017 08:26
The last in our short series of case studies, an insight into what types of community-led projects are happening in the UK around food and transport.
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Published: Mon, 02/10/2017 11:55
The Prime Minister has recognised Dr Hilary Ash, from Cheshire, for founding the New Ferry Butterfly Park' on an abandoned railway depot, creating one of the North's most biodiverse urban areas.
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Published: Mon, 02/10/2017 10:26
Willaston Phil Supporters Group would like to remind you that there is still time to catch the coach for their next few outings to the Liverpool Philharmonic.
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Published: Mon, 02/10/2017 09:55
Pupils and staff at Neston Primary School took their first steps to fitness when they launched their Smile for a Mile' project recently.
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Published: Mon, 02/10/2017 08:58
It's been a busy summer at Helen Griffiths Physiotherapy, with plenty of people being discharged after significant improvements in their injury.
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Published: Mon, 02/10/2017 08:49
Elephant Coffee in Neston High Street, the first member of the Elephant Collective, was shrouded in darkness last night.
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Published: Fri, 29/09/2017 13:00
Diabetes Essentials is your local free education session for people with diabetes. Regular groups will be held for people with Borderline Diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes.
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Published: Fri, 29/09/2017 12:28
The ribbon has been cut to formally open a brand new travel agency in Neston - Perfect Getaways.
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Published: Thu, 28/09/2017 12:11
Neston Library is one of several in the Cheshire West area taking part in Fun Palaces' on Saturday 7 October 2017. Volunteers are sought to take part.
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Published: Wed, 27/09/2017 14:30
There was certainly plenty to do and learn at Neston Community Youth Centre's first Festival of Wildlife on Saturday 23rd September.
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Published: Wed, 27/09/2017 08:40
The owner of a takeaway business in Neston has been ordered to pay a fine and costs totalling £5,567.50 for food hygiene offences.
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Published: Tue, 26/09/2017 09:14
During the summer holidays, the internal rejuvenation of the Memorial Hall in Willaston took place and involved a host of contractors.
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Published: Tue, 26/09/2017 09:00
Russ Brooks and Paul Prosser are celebrating their 10th anniversary as proud owners of Marsh Nurseries and Garden Centre in Parkgate.
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Published: Tue, 26/09/2017 08:53
This is the second case study in a series being published by the CH64 Low Carbon initiative, to highlight what is possible.
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Published: Mon, 25/09/2017 10:17
Brand new independent travel agency, Perfect Getaways, officially opens its doors in Neston on Friday 29th September at 9.30 at 20 The Cross, Neston (the old White Horse pub).
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Published: Mon, 25/09/2017 09:11
Side by Side is a new Alzheimer's Society service on the Wirral which helps people with dementia to keep doing the things they love - or try new things - with the support of a volunteer.
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Published: Thu, 21/09/2017 15:31
An initiative to energise Neston is being launched by Cheshire West and Chester Councillors Louise Gittins and Nigel Jones.
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Published: Wed, 20/09/2017 13:17
A casual vacancy has opened up on Neston Town Council, to represent Parkgate ward.
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Published: Wed, 20/09/2017 11:00
Neston-based registered charity Little Actors Theatre is taking over the old job centre premises on Brook Street car park.
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Published: Tue, 19/09/2017 16:37
Finding the right vet for your pet is now a lot easier for Neston households. From appointments in your own home to clinical excellence, Sanderson Vet is a trusted local service.
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Published: Tue, 19/09/2017 09:41
Following our article last week, introducing the CH64 Low Carbon Initiative, here is the first of three case studies being published, to highlight what's possible.
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Published: Mon, 18/09/2017 13:01
The clouds cleared and the crowds turned out in force, to celebrate the 70th birthday of BBC Radio 4's Gardeners' Question Time at Ness Gardens on Saturday September 16.
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Published: Mon, 18/09/2017 09:00
During the refurbishment works taking place at Neston Recreation Centre, Brio Leisure are pleased to be providing continued fitness classes at the Civic Hall.
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Published: Fri, 15/09/2017 09:02
Find out about a community-led approach towards a greener, more sustainable strategy for the CH64 postcode area. This introductory article will be followed over the next few weeks by some case studies from elsewhere in the country.
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Published: Thu, 14/09/2017 18:55
Over the last few days there has been an increase in crime incidents across the CH64 area, particularly Bendee Road, Ringway, Raeburn Avenue, Morland Avenue and Ashtree Drive.
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Published: Thu, 14/09/2017 14:40
Home Start's new shop in Brook Street, Neston is now open.
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Published: Wed, 13/09/2017 09:33
In July, InterACT Youth Theatre took their award winning play 'The Snow Dragons' by Lizzie Nunnery to the Lamproom Theatre in Barnsley.
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Published: Mon, 11/09/2017 16:45
FOUND! Charlie has been picked up from near Leahurst. Apparently quite thin, but at least he's home safely.
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Published: Mon, 11/09/2017 14:51
Award-winning local drama society Neston Players are seeking an actor to play a role in their forthcoming production of 'King and Country' - which is based on the play 'Hamp' by John Wilson.
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Published: Mon, 11/09/2017 12:20
Neston Town Council would like to invite traders to attend this year's Neston Victorian Christmas Festival, which will take place on Saturday December 2nd.
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Published: Mon, 11/09/2017 11:18
The next phase of Cheshire West and Chester Council's plan to introduce 20mph zones on a large number of Neston roads is getting underway. Formal notice now added to this article.
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Published: Mon, 11/09/2017 08:40
The Friends of Hadlow Road Station in Willaston have continued with their ambitious plans to bring the popular visitor attraction back to its former glory. Here, Chairman Chris Hampshire updates us on recent progress and events.
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Published: Sat, 09/09/2017 11:38
On Friday 8th September 2017, the doors to Neston High School's impressive new building opened to the first students to enjoy the facilities.
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Published: Thu, 07/09/2017 09:53
Owners of empty homes in west Cheshire are learning that the Council is serious about seeing empty properties brought back in to use following an increase in the use of Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) powers.
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Published: Tue, 05/09/2017 15:19
Neston Angels' newest volunteer recruit is going to be popping in to Neston Community Youth Centre, where he'll be making weekly 'phone calls to help combat loneliness amongst older people in the area. More people like Dy are needed!
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Published: Mon, 04/09/2017 12:16
The new term begins and Hip & Harmony CIC are ready to welcome you to their fabulous array of local contemporary arts activities.
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Published: Fri, 01/09/2017 10:06
In a letter to GP services throughout the area, Wirral Clinical Commissioning Group (NHS Wirral CCG) has announced that the walk-in service at Eastham Clinic will cease with effect from September 4th, with some staff being reallocated to Arrowe Park Hospital
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Published: Fri, 01/09/2017 09:44
In a bulletin from Sgt Lisa Wilson, Neston's police unit have issued warnings to local residents.
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Published: Thu, 31/08/2017 11:20
Home-Start Wirral are opening a new charity shop in Brook Street Neston soon and need volunteers to help.
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Published: Wed, 30/08/2017 10:12
Hip & Harmony CIC are looking for mentors to assist with their Music Zone Project in Neston.
Do you play an instrument or sing? Do you have knowledge of recording or composing techniques? Are you experienced in life performance or promotions? If so, you could help.
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Published: Tue, 29/08/2017 15:55
Final preparations are underway for Neston Players and Hip & Harmony choir member Bethany D'Avincourt as she gets ready to perform in a much loved, feel-good rock and roll musical on the Theatr Clwyd stage in Mold.
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Published: Tue, 29/08/2017 10:44
Thanks to grants recently received, the Friends of Hadlow Road Station in Willaston have made a start on some clearance work.
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Published: Tue, 29/08/2017 09:31
The independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England is asking people across Cheshire West and Chester to comment on its draft proposals for new council ward boundaries.
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Published: Tue, 29/08/2017 09:13
As Summer gives way to Autumn, look forward to freshening up your wardrobe with a visit to Hawk in Neston's Brook Street.
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Published: Fri, 25/08/2017 09:40
Marsh Nurseries in Parkgate is THE destination for anyone getting their garden ready for the Autumn/Winter season.
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Published: Fri, 25/08/2017 09:14
Dog owners are advised to be vigilant, after reports appeared on social media regarding possible poisoning incidents on and around the Wirral Way.
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Published: Thu, 24/08/2017 17:07
Students at Neston High School are celebrating after receiving a great set of examination results at GCSE.
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Published: Wed, 23/08/2017 14:40
Could YOU make a difference? Could you be a Home-Start Volunteer?
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Published: Tue, 22/08/2017 13:50
The Neston-based inventors of hilarious guess-the-accent-game Accentuate have reported 200% spikes in summer sales as people prepare for the remainder of the summer season during which they can entertain friends.
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Published: Tue, 22/08/2017 09:44
While Eatons took a well-earned break from their weekly tea room in Neston Town Hall, members of Neston Fairtrade Steering Group ran a Fairtrade café for market customers at the Friday market.
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Published: Mon, 21/08/2017 10:53
Ellesmere Port & Neston MP, Justin Madders has called for action after it was revealed in the Sunday Times that Neston station has the 15th most unreliable service in the whole country.
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Published: Fri, 18/08/2017 16:51
Staff at the RSPB Dee Estuary nature reserve are celebrating this summer after an unusual bird - the cattle egret - nested for the first time at their Burton Mere Wetlands site near Neston.
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Published: Thu, 17/08/2017 12:28
There were huge celebrations amongst Neston High School students, staff and parents today, after another year of continuous improvement in Sixth Form Results.
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Published: Thu, 17/08/2017 11:17
With bank branches closing in towns all over the UK, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has spoken out, saying Post Office services are insufficient to fill the gap.
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Published: Tue, 15/08/2017 15:24
Neston Recreation Centre closed on Monday 14th August for a re-furbishment that will take until 2018 to fully complete. Meanwhile, some classes will be ongoing at Neston Civic Hall.
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Published: Tue, 15/08/2017 10:27
On Friday 4th August, Chris Harbour with his Dad Mark Harbour and friends, Craig Jones and Chris Lawson, took on a 72 hole golf challenge in one day for Macmillan Cancer - a cause very close to their hearts.
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Published: Fri, 11/08/2017 09:13
We are looking for brave participants to descend 101ft down Leasowe Lighthouse. It will provide you with an unbelievable experience, which you will never forget... and all for a great cause.
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Published: Wed, 09/08/2017 12:39
The efforts of thousands of hidden' carers across the UK who are supporting someone close to them who has dementia, will again be highlighted as part of National Dementia Carers' Day on Sunday 10 September 2017.
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Published: Tue, 08/08/2017 09:34
Yes, Tuesdays in Neston just got a lot more interesting, especially if you don't fancy cooking at home, or you're rushing home from work and there's nothing in the 'fridge.
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Published: Mon, 07/08/2017 15:02
With a week becoming a fortnight, and an investment in the biggest ever marquee, Neston Cricket Club pulled out all the stops for their annual series of events in July.
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Published: Mon, 07/08/2017 14:19
Neston High Year 10 student Ben Pleavin swapped his school uniform for scrubs as part of an 'inspiring' work placement at the Countess of Chester Hospital recently.
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Published: Mon, 07/08/2017 12:40
The 7th annual West Vale Park fun day took place on Sunday August 6th, with over 450 people attending.
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Published: Mon, 07/08/2017 11:49
The annual Friends of Stanney Fields Park Jazz Picnic proved popular again this year, despite the slightly overcast weather.
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Published: Mon, 07/08/2017 11:01
Following the news broken on AboutMyArea Neston last month about the upcoming closure of the last bank in town, Ellesmere Port & Neston MP, Justin Madders and Little Neston & Burton Councillor, Louise Gittins requested a meeting with the Barclays' management.
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Published: Mon, 07/08/2017 10:34
To celebrate 60 years of Christian Aid Week, the charity recently presented Diamond Awards to people who had made outstanding contributions.
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Published: Mon, 07/08/2017 09:47
Cheshire West and Chester Council has teamed up with Citizens Advice Cheshire West and the Department For Work and Pensions to ensure all residents have the help and support needed to get set up on the new full' service digital programme.
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Published: Mon, 07/08/2017 09:22
Introduced only in April of this year, it has now been announced that the 88 route will no longer serve Neston and Parkgate with effect from September 3rd.
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Published: Mon, 07/08/2017 09:14
School children and adults in Neston have teamed up to make travelling and attending school safer.
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Published: Mon, 07/08/2017 09:01
Landlords and residents are being encouraged to have their say on a proposal to stop awarding a council tax discount for empty and unfurnished properties.
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Published: Mon, 07/08/2017 08:15
A riot of colour, music, carnival rides, art and craftwork, enthralling performances, lip-smacking food and glorious sunshine made for the perfect Sunday for Northern Lights Children's Charity as it hosted its 30th Anniversary celebration Carnival.
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Published: Wed, 26/07/2017 12:09
This large plant (a Peris) and tub was stolen from a garden in Sandon Crescent, Little Neston, in the early hours of Wednesday July 19th.
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Published: Tue, 25/07/2017 11:23
Users of parks in Wirral, including Thurstaston, Eastham, Arrowe Park and Royden, were disappointed to learn this week that councillors have voted to proceed with plans to install parking meters.
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Published: Tue, 25/07/2017 09:21
The Trustees of Willaston Memorial Hall are very pleased to report that they have been successful in obtaining Funding for the Internal Rejuvenation Project.
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Published: Tue, 25/07/2017 08:43
Cheshire Constabulary's Herbert Protocol is aimed at helping vulnerable residents. Here's a reminder of what it's all about.
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Published: Tue, 25/07/2017 08:35
The Friends of Hadlow Road Station (FHRS) in Willaston are delighted to announce they have bagged £5,000 from a Tesco carrier bag funding scheme.
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Published: Mon, 24/07/2017 11:54
Day trips, drama, music, fundraising and sports were all on the agenda at Neston Primary school over the past couple of months.
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Published: Mon, 24/07/2017 10:39
It has been a busy week for Neston Flower Society - aka Butterbea Flower Society!
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Published: Mon, 24/07/2017 10:04
PCSO Linda Conway spotted these trees on the Wirral Way at the weekend. They are on the way to Parkgate, just after the Moorside Lane bridge.
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Published: Sat, 22/07/2017 22:20
Almost literally (and musically), the lovechild of Neston Players and Hip & Harmony CIC, 'For the Love of It' played to packed houses at the Civic Hall last week, receiving rapturous applause and an outpouring of well-deserved positive reviews.
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Published: Fri, 21/07/2017 10:09
Following a jaunt around some local events in early summer, an exhibition of 150 years of local government is now back home at Neston Town Hall.
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Published: Thu, 20/07/2017 17:58
There are currently four vacancies on Neston Town Council, for members in Little Neston ward (x2), Neston ward and Ness ward.
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Published: Thu, 20/07/2017 10:25
KS2 children at Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton, Neston, put on a magnificent end-of-year performance, recently, entitled Time Lord'.
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Published: Wed, 19/07/2017 08:07
Something very special is happening at Neston Civic Hall this week and you really do not want to miss out!
Last few tickets left for the limited run : Weds 19th to Sat 22nd July.
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Published: Tue, 18/07/2017 09:32
Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, has pledged to work alongside charity Arthritis Research UK to represent the thousands of local people living every day with the pain of arthritis.
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Published: Tue, 18/07/2017 09:19
Children at Bishop Wilson Primary School in Burton have been making and selling handmade ice pops - perfect for the warm weather recently.
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Published: Tue, 18/07/2017 08:36
For many years there has been a tradition of fabulous musical events at Neston Primary School.
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Published: Fri, 14/07/2017 12:50
A £1.5 million fund will bring rate relief to around 800 business properties in the West Cheshire area over the next three years.
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Published: Wed, 12/07/2017 08:12
The Wirral Group of the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association's Garden of Hope was formally opened by the Wirral Mayor, Cllr Ann McLachlan, on Tuesday 11 July.
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Published: Tue, 11/07/2017 10:44
Neston residents Nicki Lycett and Laura Boote are training hard to take on the Great North Run challenge this Autumn, in support of a cause that is quite literally close to their hearts.
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Published: Tue, 11/07/2017 10:35
As reported on AboutMyArea in March, Neston Recreation Centre is about to get a £2.2m upgrade.
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Published: Mon, 10/07/2017 10:32
Thousands of people enjoyed a beautifully sunny day packed with entertainment and fun, thanks to the Northern Lights Children's Charity Parkgate Carnival on Sunday July 9th.
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Published: Mon, 10/07/2017 08:36
Next time you shop in Tesco, make sure you collect any blue tokens you've earned and pop them in the box marked 'Sytchcroft".
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Published: Fri, 07/07/2017 11:52
Award winning Neston Players and much loved community organisation Hip & Harmony CIC are about to showcase their brand new community production - you really don't want to miss this.
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Published: Fri, 07/07/2017 08:50
AboutMyArea took a very enjoyable tour of the Parkgate Primary School Garden and Enterprise Project, with pupils showing us what they have achieved so far.
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Published: Fri, 07/07/2017 08:09
Back in May we told you how Dee Sea Scouts in Neston had taken on a fundraising challenge for Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.
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Published: Thu, 06/07/2017 12:44
Barclays Bank have announced they are to close their Neston branch this Autumn, leaving the town without a single bank branch and only two cashpoint machines.
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Published: Wed, 05/07/2017 15:18
Josh Askwith was one of nineteen people ordained at a service at Chester Cathedral recently. Now, Josh has joined the Parish of Neston as Curate, where he will train under Reverend Alan Dawson.
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Published: Tue, 04/07/2017 17:15
Neston-based Chartered Financial Planners Phillip Bates & Co Financial Services has been accredited by Resolution to provide financial advice to couples in family disputes.
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Published: Tue, 04/07/2017 09:48
Award winning local drama society Neston Players have a new chairman at the helm.
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Published: Mon, 03/07/2017 10:44
We're only a few days away from the Parkgate Carnival on the 9th of July at Neston Cricket Club so it's an appropriate time to recall how this wonderful celebration has come about.
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Published: Mon, 03/07/2017 07:56
Cheshire West and Chester Council are to rent out the Station Master's House at Hadlow Road Station in Willaston for a commercial café, prompting the Friends of the popular local landmark to say it's business as usual for their community venture.
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Published: Sun, 02/07/2017 12:25
For the third year in a row, thousands of cyclists whizzed through Parkgate, Neston, Ness and Burton, as part of the route for the Liverpool-Chester-Liverpool bike ride.
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Published: Sat, 01/07/2017 08:00
As of today, July 1 2017, ForHousing has taken over the management of 5,500 homes in the Neston and Ellesmere Port areas.
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Published: Thu, 29/06/2017 10:57
Members of Neston Riverside WI had a fun day out in Delamere Forest recently, trying out the Segway Experience at Go Ape.
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Published: Thu, 29/06/2017 09:16
Neston-based Chartered Financial Planners Phillip Bates & Co Financial Services has welcomed two new starters.
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Published: Wed, 28/06/2017 09:42
Nearly 30 people attended a cycle safety awareness event on Thursday 22nd June at Church Lane, Neston, promoting the message 'Share, Respect, Enjoy - One Path'.
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Published: Wed, 28/06/2017 09:30
Two cadets from 2375 Neston Air Cadets took park in Armed Forces Day celebration on 24th June in Liverpool.
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Published: Wed, 28/06/2017 08:38
Neston Rotarians have been on a whistlestop tour of the town's five Rotakids Clubs.
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Published: Tue, 27/06/2017 14:59
A man whose anti-social behaviour was having a significant impact on the local community in Neston, has been handed a Criminal Behaviour Order.
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Published: Tue, 27/06/2017 09:56
Kian Bird, a member of Neston Air Cadets (2375 Squadron), has had a taste of sporting success at a recent regional athletics event.
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Published: Tue, 27/06/2017 09:45
This Sunday, Storyhouse in Chester will be hosting the first Relaxed Performance of the current production of Alice in Wonderland.
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Published: Tue, 27/06/2017 09:33
The swimming team from Bishop Wilson CE Primary School, Burton, attended their first swimming gala in May, at the Ellesmere Port Sports Village.
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Published: Tue, 27/06/2017 09:26
A fire broke outat a poultry farm in Mill Lane, Willaston, in the early hours of Tuesday 27 June.
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Published: Mon, 26/06/2017 09:57
Marsh Nurseries in Parkgate were given a big thank you recently for their sponsorship of Neston Nomads Under 9s team.
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Published: Mon, 26/06/2017 09:38
Volunteers have been shocked by a spree of pointless vandalism carried out at Neston Railway Station at the weekend.
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Published: Mon, 26/06/2017 09:23
Chris Hampshire of the Friends of Hadlow Road Station in Willaston, shares the latest update on improvements to the popular historical local landmark.
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Published: Fri, 23/06/2017 15:22
On Tuesday afternoon the children in Year 5 and 6 at Bishop Wilson CE Primary School, Burton, took part in a personal safety workshop.
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Published: Fri, 23/06/2017 15:10
Residents are advised to secure garden planters and ornaments, following the report of a heavy concrete planter which was stolen from outside an address in Ness, Neston.
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Published: Fri, 23/06/2017 12:29
We've had the following message from a reader, Tara, who would like to thank whoever handed in her son's laptop.
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Published: Fri, 23/06/2017 08:40
For the first time ever, Marsh Nurseries in Parkgate are having a massive stock clearance.
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Published: Thu, 22/06/2017 12:29
Bernard Rose, whose picture of The Cross on Neston Ladies Club Day was adjudged the winner of the contributors' photo competition on AboutMyArea, has now enjoyed his prize.
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Published: Thu, 22/06/2017 09:54
Police are warning all residents to review their security, particularly around sheds and outbuildings, following the theft of three quad bikes from the Puddington area of Neston.
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Published: Thu, 22/06/2017 09:37
Rotakids at Woodfall Primary School in Neston received two VIP visitors this week.
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Published: Tue, 20/06/2017 15:21
Neston and District Community Fund is backing an innovative project to enhance the lives of young people in the area.
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Published: Tue, 20/06/2017 11:23
John Morley, who had been missing from his home in Ellesmere Port, has been found safe and well.
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Published: Tue, 20/06/2017 09:37
Local people are being asked for their views on Cheshire West and Chester Council's highways and transport services - from the condition of roads and footpaths to the quality of cycling facilities.
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Published: Tue, 20/06/2017 09:26
Parkgate Carnival's soon-to-be-crowned King and Queen have been setting out their wish list of decrees - if you were King or Queen for a Day, what would YOU wish for?
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Published: Mon, 19/06/2017 16:51
Neston Cricket Club's hugely successful Summer Marquee Week will this year run over a fortnight.
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Published: Mon, 19/06/2017 12:58
Neston Primary School's Rotakids raised a fabulous £225 at their Car Wash on Saturday.
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Published: Mon, 19/06/2017 09:40
The 8th annual CH64 Big Lunch saw hundreds of people gathering at Stanney Fields Park in Neston, this year celebrating The Great Get Together.
Report, photos and a video all here...
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Published: Sun, 18/06/2017 11:22
Police are investigating a break-in at the Aldi store in Neston over the weekend.
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Published: Fri, 16/06/2017 11:43
Pop down to Marsh Nurseries in Parkgate and take advantage of a fabulous 20% off all hanging baskets!
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Published: Thu, 15/06/2017 10:04
Neston Primary School's Sports Week was official opened by the former captain of St.Helens and Great Britain Rugby League teams, Paul 'Scully' Sculthorpe.
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Published: Thu, 15/06/2017 09:18
Wirral Hospice St John's Summer Memories campaign encourages supporters to sponsor a beautiful artificial sunflowers in memory of a loved one.
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Published: Wed, 14/06/2017 09:01
Cheshire West and Chester Council teamed up with partners recently to promote information in the community about responsible dog ownership.
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Published: Mon, 12/06/2017 15:09
A military veteran has joined forces with Cheshire West and Chester Council to set up a monthly drop-in for fellow ex-servicemen and women to meet up and share stories over a cup of tea.
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Published: Mon, 12/06/2017 09:19
The Parents and Friends Association (PFA) at Neston Primary School held their Summer Fair recently. The sun shone and the afternoon was a huge success.
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Published: Fri, 09/06/2017 12:30
In an exciting new project, award winning Neston Players and much loved community organisation Hip & Harmony CIC have joined together for the first time to launch a brand new production, showcasing the best of local talent.
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Published: Fri, 09/06/2017 08:30
Justin Madders has been re-elected as MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, with nearly 8,000 more votes than in 2015.
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Published: Thu, 08/06/2017 12:15
Buckingham Palace has announced that Wirral Wildlife, a local volunteer group of Cheshire Wildlife Trust, has won a Queen's Award for Voluntary Service.
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Published: Wed, 07/06/2017 17:49
Northern Lights' Parkgate Carnival is taking place on Sunday July 9, from 11.30am to 7pm at Neston Cricket Club. Here is your essential guide to help you plan your day.
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Published: Wed, 07/06/2017 09:03
Councillor Andy Williams, Neston ward representative on Cheshire West and Chester Council, called in a planning application for a proposed development on Parkgate Road in Neston, which was heard by the council's committee on Tuesday June 6th.
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Published: Tue, 06/06/2017 13:16
Neston Riverside joined with numerous other Cheshire WI groups in May to enjoy a visit to Haughton Hall near Bunbury.
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Published: Tue, 06/06/2017 12:53
We ran a competition, inviting everyone (amateur and professional) to send us their pics of Neston Ladies Club Day this year. Now we have a winner!
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Published: Mon, 05/06/2017 14:28
Cheshire Wildlife Trust has recently achieved the Investing in Volunteers Quality Standard, recognising the excellent work they do with volunteers.
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Published: Mon, 05/06/2017 13:05
After months of planning, many a sleepless night and plenty of nerves, the inaugural ParkgateFest took place on the first weekend of June and was roundly praised as a wonderful family event.
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Published: Mon, 05/06/2017 10:06
Pride in our forces has never been greater and we, at Northern Lights Children's Charity, are delighted to be welcoming Cheshire Police and Cheshire Fire and Rescue Services to Parkgate Carnival on the 9th of July.
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Published: Mon, 05/06/2017 08:45
Staff and students at Neston Primary School are celebrating, after winning the first ever whole-school John Downing Award.
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Published: Fri, 02/06/2017 13:21
An earring has been lost somewhere between Leighton Road and Mr Chow's on Parkgate Parade.
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Published: Fri, 02/06/2017 12:21
To mark the 30th anniversary of Northern Lights Children's Charity, members of its Committee have challenged themselves to walk, run, swim and cycle the distance to Lapland.
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Published: Fri, 02/06/2017 10:00
Contracts have finally been exchanged in the sale of Burton Manor, which has been standing empy in Burton village, Neston, for several years.
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Published: Wed, 31/05/2017 08:57
This weekend sees the first ever ParkgateFest taking place on fields surrounding Marsh Nurseries off Boathouse Lane.
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Published: Tue, 30/05/2017 18:00
We know that many of you take some lovely photographs on Ladies Day in Neston. Now, AboutMyArea is teaming up with Elephant Bank to offer a great prize for the best photo taken on the day.
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Published: Tue, 30/05/2017 11:43
Barrie Youde, local resident and poet in Parkgate, has kindly given us his verse, Wirral Revisited, to reproduce for AboutMyArea readers.
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Published: Tue, 30/05/2017 10:21
Lucy Brooks, local resident and a volunteer flower arranger at St Mary and St Helen's Church in Neston, tells us about this year's Ladies Day displays.
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Published: Tue, 30/05/2017 09:55
As announced on AboutMyArea earlier this year, a group of intrepid local residents are making a road trip from Neston to Rome starting this weekend, and now they are four!
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Published: Tue, 30/05/2017 08:04
Pupils at Neston Primary School have been as busy as ever recently, taking part in a wide variety of activities in addition to their core learning.
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Published: Thu, 25/05/2017 15:47
Pupils from Neston Primary School released 22 balloons today (Thursday May 25), in memory of the people who lost their lives in the Manchester Arena bombing earlier this week.
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Published: Thu, 25/05/2017 11:34
Children at Bishop Wilson Primary School in Burton, near Neston, enjoyed a sunny afternoon for their Pirate themed Summer Fair.
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Published: Thu, 25/05/2017 09:10
Over a thousand visitors attended this year's New Ferry Butterfly Park Open Day, a record for the annual event.
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Published: Wed, 24/05/2017 12:15
Thursday 25 May is the last day you can purchase children's wristbands, for them to be allowed to walk in this year's Neston Ladies Day procession.
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Published: Wed, 24/05/2017 09:37
President Alan Brown of the Rotary Club of Neston has presented a cheque for £1500 to Helen Evan of the Royal National Institute for the Blind to initiate production of a Children's Talking Book.
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Published: Wed, 24/05/2017 09:32
Pupils from Neston Primary School recently travelled back in time.
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Published: Wed, 24/05/2017 08:53
There's only one place locally this June that you will find such an eclectic mix of attractions, and that's ParkgateFest.
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Published: Tue, 23/05/2017 16:02
Year 4 and 4 pupils from Bishop Wilston CE Primary School in Burton, Neston, enjoyed a two day residential visit to the Barnstondale Centre recently.
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Published: Tue, 23/05/2017 14:06
Parkgate resident Carol Morris-Lewis is the 2017 winner of the Wirral Connect Third Sector Business Award for Employee of the Year.
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Published: Tue, 23/05/2017 09:18
Neston & District Churches Together invite you to an exhibition at Neston Parish Church.
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Published: Tue, 23/05/2017 09:11
Parkgate Primary School joined over a million children from around the world on Thursday 18th May by taking part in Outdoor Classroom Day'.
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Published: Mon, 22/05/2017 15:14
A car was stolen from the driveway of a home in The Spinney, Parkgate earlier on Monday.
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Published: Mon, 22/05/2017 13:40
New Rotarian to Neston, Sara Braidwood, received a prestigious and highly acclaimed award from the High Sheriff of Merseyside recently.
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Published: Mon, 22/05/2017 10:49
Two local primary schools have been busy baking, to raise money for charity.
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Published: Mon, 22/05/2017 10:37
The Rotary Club of Neston held their 52nd Charter Dinner last weekend, at Thornton Hall Hotel in Thornton Hough.
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Published: Mon, 22/05/2017 09:36
Rob Golding of Neston Primary School has made the shortlist of three for the Cheshire Schools Primary Head Teacher of the Year 2017.
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Published: Fri, 19/05/2017 15:22
Don't miss the fabulous Proms with a 32 piece orchestra and the Summer Ball with entertainment from the amazing, floor-filling band, Discover.
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Published: Fri, 19/05/2017 09:42
Come and join Neston Players at the Civic Hall this week, as they perform the highly entertaining Bette and Joan' - a play of darkly amusing dialogue, peppered with undisguised rivalry.
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Published: Thu, 18/05/2017 12:05
Parkgate Carnival is now just a few weeks away and it is time to sign up to our two fun competitions.
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Published: Thu, 18/05/2017 11:27
Neston-based Little Actors Theatre Company has come out top in the Children's and Young People's category at the Cheshire West Voluntary Arts Awards.
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Published: Thu, 18/05/2017 09:48
Cheshire West and Chester Council are offering free places on a two-hour driving course to residents aged over 60.
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Published: Thu, 18/05/2017 09:32
Neston Riverside W.I.'s guest speaker in May was Bernie Frost from the Charles Thompson Mission.
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Published: Wed, 17/05/2017 16:22
Year 6 pupils at Neston Primary School recently enjoyed a workshop led by local professional photographer, and regular AboutMyArea contributor, Bernard Rose.
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Published: Wed, 17/05/2017 14:43
Local resident Amber Millington will be having her hair shaved off, to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.
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Published: Wed, 17/05/2017 07:46
Neston Primary School pupil Grace Jones has been installed as the first ever Junior Mayor of Neston at a meeting that also saw the shock resignation of outgoing Town Mayor, Cllr Mike Shipman.
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Published: Tue, 16/05/2017 12:38
Volunteers are needed for upcoming, hugely popular events and ongoing projects in Neston, and just a few hours for one event make a huge difference.
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Published: Tue, 16/05/2017 09:33
Have you SEEN the line up of music acts appearing at the first ever ParkgateFest?
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Published: Mon, 15/05/2017 15:08
As reported recently on AboutMyArea, Neston-based Dee Sea Scouts have been raising money for The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.
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Published: Mon, 15/05/2017 10:09
Public exhibitions commence this week to display the new look for Neston Recreation Centre's sports and leisure complex.
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Published: Fri, 12/05/2017 13:29
This is Minnie. Her owner recently moved house to Liverpool Road in Neston, near ATS. Her previous home was on The Witterings.
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Published: Fri, 12/05/2017 12:07
The route 88 bus service now extends to Neston and Parkgate.
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Published: Fri, 12/05/2017 12:00
For the month of June, Cheshire Wildlife Trust is inspiring people to take the time to celebrate nature each day - through the national 30 Days Wild campaign.
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Published: Thu, 11/05/2017 09:34
Yet again for 2017, multi award winning Little Actors Theatre is offering a summer performing arts course in Neston.
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Published: Thu, 11/05/2017 09:14
The new Neston Countryside Trail, launched just last month, has already suffered at the hands of vandals.
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Published: Wed, 10/05/2017 09:39
Last year the Parkgate Society Community Spirit group successfully applied for a Community Project Grant from Plus Dane Housing.
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Published: Wed, 10/05/2017 08:42
Neston is set have its first Junior Mayor installed next week, at the same meeting where the new Town Mayor is appointed.
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Published: Tue, 09/05/2017 15:32
Local Chartered Accountants Phillip Bates & Co has helped a Neston business move from one generation to the next.
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Published: Tue, 09/05/2017 13:27
Whether you're 1 or 100, there's something for you at the brilliant new ParkgateFest, happening over the weekend of 3rd and 4th June off Boathouse Lane in Cheshire's only coastal village.
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Published: Tue, 09/05/2017 10:46
Residents in west Cheshire are urged to make sure they will have a voice in the 2017 General Election.
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Published: Mon, 08/05/2017 11:43
A teenager who made the lives of people living and working in Neston a misery has been handed a Criminal Behaviour Order banning him from the area for almost three years.
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Published: Mon, 08/05/2017 09:04
Christian Aid week this year starts with a service at Christ Church, Willaston on Sunday 14th May at 6.30 pm.
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Published: Fri, 05/05/2017 13:52
PCSO Linda Conway from Neston's police unit, appeals to drivers to be more aware of horses on the road in our semi-rural environment.
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Published: Fri, 05/05/2017 10:45
More than 120 people from Neston came together last week for a charity Butterfly Afternoon Tea to raise money for life-saving cancer research.
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Published: Thu, 04/05/2017 12:54
Residents in the Parkgate and Neston areas are reminded to be extra vigilant following two separate reports of burglaries in The Looms.
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Published: Thu, 04/05/2017 12:30
When 10 year old Charlie Mealor's Grandad, Fred Bushell, was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer, the whole family were in shock.
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Published: Thu, 04/05/2017 09:32
Neston's Hip & Harmony CIC are looking for a freelance Street Dance Teacher to join their dynamic team.
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Published: Wed, 03/05/2017 12:08
Local cyclist Chris Carlin will once again be taking part in Prudential Ride London on July 30th.
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Published: Wed, 03/05/2017 11:20
Neston's InterACT Youth Theatre came out on top at the annual Leverhulme Drama Festival recently.
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Published: Tue, 02/05/2017 14:28
Planning permission has been given for Domino's Pizza to set up shop in Neston.
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Published: Tue, 02/05/2017 11:22
Neston police are appealing for witnesses following a garage break-in at a home in Burton, Neston.
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Published: Tue, 02/05/2017 09:43
Excitement is building for the brand new ParkgateFest, taking place over the weekend of June 3rd and 4th.
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Published: Tue, 02/05/2017 08:56
Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, was joined by a team of senior Labour party figures for a tour of the Vauxhall Plant recently.
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Published: Fri, 28/04/2017 09:28
Eyebrows were initially raised when a new piece of 'street furniture' landed on Leighton Road in Neston recently.
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Published: Thu, 27/04/2017 10:08
Following the success of the Advanced Driving Course scheme offered to young Neston drivers by Project Rural Matters in partnership with the Cheshire Crime Commissioner's Crime Prevention Fund, a further scheme is being offered by Cheshire West and Chester Council.
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Published: Mon, 24/04/2017 10:26
These little poppets in bonnets were amongst a number of local children who got into the Easter spirit at a busy Neston Market on Good Friday.
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Published: Mon, 24/04/2017 10:11
Friends of Hadlow Road Station (FHRS) continue to deliver the various conservation works at Hadlow Road Station with help from the Community Payback team (CPT) who came along last weekend.
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Published: Mon, 24/04/2017 09:01
Police officer Daniel Greenhalgh, who has served as Neston's sergeant for the past three years, has been promoted.
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Published: Fri, 21/04/2017 18:03
Ness Botanic Gardens has won the Sustainable Tourism Award at the Wirral Tourism Awards 2017.
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Published: Thu, 20/04/2017 17:30
Elephant Lounge in Parkgate and Elephant Bank both picked up gongs at the prestigious Taste Cheshire Awards this week.
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Published: Thu, 20/04/2017 12:46
Justin Madders MP has responded to concerns raised by local residents over safety at a much-used road junction in Neston.
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Published: Thu, 20/04/2017 09:57
Firefighters were recently called out to tackle a blaze on the RSPB Dee Estuary nature reserve which damaged an important area for nesting birds and wildlife.
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Published: Thu, 20/04/2017 09:30
Neston Royal British Legion hosted an event recently in recognition of a member's special achievement.
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Published: Tue, 18/04/2017 14:53
Enjoy a Gin Journey from Wirral to Valencia, via the market, with the fabulous range of fragrant tipples available at ParkgateFest's Gin Tent.
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Published: Tue, 18/04/2017 11:08
A team of four cadets from 2375 (Neston) Squadron have recently taken part in the Merseyside Wing Adventure Training Exercise (WATEx) held at Capel Curig, North Wales.
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Published: Tue, 18/04/2017 10:54
Last year the Parkgate Society organised a poster competition at Parkgate Primary School. Some of the winning entries are now on display along the Parade.
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Published: Tue, 18/04/2017 09:27
Hadlow Green Singers, based in Willaston near Neston, are about to start rehearsing for their Summer concert.
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Published: Wed, 12/04/2017 14:34
Huge congratulations to two of the year 5/6 pupils at St Winefride's Catholic Primary School in Neston, whose entries have been selected to go through to the next round of the Radio 2's 500 words' writing competition.
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Published: Wed, 12/04/2017 08:19
Marsh Nurseries in Parkgate is now fully stocked with lots of Summer and late Spring colour, all ready to plant out.
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Published: Tue, 11/04/2017 09:24
Dr Chris Hampshire, Chair of the Friends of Hadlow Road Station, updates us on recent news from the popular attraction in Willaston.
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Published: Tue, 11/04/2017 08:33
Dr Hilary Jones, Patron of the Neston based Northern Lights Children's Charity, has sent a message of support for the organisation's 30th anniversary celebrations this year.
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Published: Mon, 10/04/2017 16:27
To mark the 70th anniversary of BBC Radio 4's Gardeners' Question Time, their annual Summer Garden Party is returning to Ness in September 2017.
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Published: Mon, 10/04/2017 09:20
On Wednesday 5th April, Neston Probus Club, perhaps the second oldest Probus club in the world, celebrated its 50th Anniversary with a formal lunch.
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Published: Sun, 09/04/2017 15:40
Local residents living on or near Gladstone Road in Neston have been giving a few pointers to motorists and pedestrians.
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Published: Fri, 07/04/2017 10:17
On Friday 24 March a group of five members of the CH64 Events Group were given a conducted tour of the new Neston High School building.
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Published: Thu, 06/04/2017 10:50
Concerns raised over the current care levels and future prospects of Hallwood Court residential home for older people in Neston have been acknowledged by the council.
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Published: Thu, 06/04/2017 10:08
If you have ideas for possible future events in Neston, or you are interested in helping to organise existing ones, you might like to join the CH64 Events Group, which delivers and supports community events in your local area.
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Published: Wed, 05/04/2017 17:21
Sgt Daniel Greenhalgh of Neston's police unit updates us on recent arrests made and the Criminal Behaviour Order issued to a local male following an earlier offence.
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Published: Tue, 04/04/2017 16:35
The owner of a sheep rehabilitation and lamb care farm on Leighton Road in Neston and local Councillor Martin Barker are asking dog owners to be careful around livestock in the area.
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Published: Tue, 04/04/2017 09:15
Children in Years 5 and 6 at Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton have been studying World War 2 this term.
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Published: Tue, 04/04/2017 08:52
Pupils at Neston Primary School have been busy during the past half-term with a wide range of lessons, visits, visitors and activities.
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Published: Tue, 04/04/2017 08:38
The Royal Horticultural Society and The Wildlife Trusts have joined forces to urge gardeners to do more to help protect bumblebees and solitary bees - heroes of the pollinator world - through their new Bee Creative in the Garden!' campaign.
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Published: Mon, 03/04/2017 11:56
A 30-year-old man has died following a collision in Childer Thornton, near Ellesmere Port. Witnesses are asked to contact the police.
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Published: Mon, 03/04/2017 08:35
Neston's police beat team were out and about at the weekend, led by Sgt Daniel Greenhalgh.
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Published: Mon, 03/04/2017 08:22
Barrie Youde, aka the Parkgate Poet, has written some words on the subject of the recent improvements to the Middle Slip on the Parade at Parkgate.
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Published: Sat, 01/04/2017 12:01
As the clock ticks past noon on Saturday April 1st, it's time to round up a handful of local spoofs carried out in the name of April Fool.
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Published: Fri, 31/03/2017 09:16
Jackie Hill, the Neston resident who set up a Wirral supporters group for WASPI (Women Against State Pension Inequality), reports back to us on the group's first meeting, held at Neston Royal British Legion recently.
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Published: Fri, 31/03/2017 08:41
Andrew's Estates, the leading Wirral-based independent property sales and letting agency, has added an 8th branch to the group, having recently acquired the independent agency Huyton Roberts, based in Allport Lane, Bromborough Village.
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Published: Thu, 30/03/2017 15:59
Signage for the one way system on Gladstone Road in Neston will be installed on Friday March 31.
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Published: Wed, 29/03/2017 10:23
Professor David Brigden of the Rotary Club of Neston popped into assembly at Neston Primary School recently.
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Published: Wed, 29/03/2017 10:02
While many were caught up in the nationally supported Red Nose Day, the locally run OAKS charity had its own annual celebration and fundraising ball at Thornton Hall Hotel.
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Published: Wed, 29/03/2017 09:31
The PTA at Bishop Wilson Primary School in Burton arranged a sponsored Easter Bunny Bounce for all the children recently.
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Published: Tue, 28/03/2017 14:55
This Sunday, April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day and this week Woodfall Primary School had two visitors from Autism Together.
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Published: Tue, 28/03/2017 14:45
Jessica Weaver from Neston will be embarking on her annual fundraising ride in aid of Alder Hey Hospital this May, with one less wheel on her mode of transport.
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Published: Tue, 28/03/2017 11:36
Spring was definitely in the air on Saturday as our local CWaC Councillor bared his knees in a smart pair of shorts when he joined volunteers from the Parkgate Society Community Spirit group.
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Published: Tue, 28/03/2017 11:25
The man responsible for stabbing a Neston teenager in September last year has been jailed.
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Published: Tue, 28/03/2017 11:03
Pupils from Neston Primary School recently visited Kri Kri Greek Taverna in Bridge Street, Neston.
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Published: Tue, 28/03/2017 10:44
A number of activities took place in Neston last week to support Comic Relief's annual Red Nose Day. Pictures here of Bishop Wilson, Neston Primary and St Winefride's schools along with Hip & Harmony's 64 N'Ukes.
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Published: Tue, 28/03/2017 10:12
Following the recent changes to the access point at Neston's household waste and recycling centre at Clayhill, new opening times will be introduced from April 1.
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Published: Tue, 28/03/2017 09:20
School cuts could mean bigger classes and fewer teachers warns MP.
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Published: Tue, 28/03/2017 09:13
Each year, Wirral Hospice St John's is supported by a number of local solicitors who are all willing to draw up Wills at their own expense throughout April.
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Published: Tue, 28/03/2017 00:02
The independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England is asking local people for their help to draw up a new pattern of council wards for Cheshire West and Chester Council.
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Published: Mon, 27/03/2017 10:23
Companies across West Cheshire are joining a scheme to boost the health of their workers. More than 700 businesses have signed up to WorkFit - a healthy living programme designed by Brio Leisure.
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Published: Mon, 27/03/2017 09:20
Hawk is a brand new, independent, ladies clothes and accessories boutique in Neston Town Centre.
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Published: Fri, 24/03/2017 12:39
This is the post-court case statement of Jessica and Matthew Weir, parents of 4 year old Esmé, who was tragically killed on Gladstone Road in Neston last year.
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Published: Thu, 23/03/2017 14:09
There's a lovely range of indoor and outdoor Spring plants now available at Marsh Nurseries in Parkgate.
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Published: Wed, 22/03/2017 16:56
The jury at Liverpool Crown Court has found Peter Williams not guilty of death by dangerous driving in the incident that involved 4 year old Esmé Weir.
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Published: Wed, 22/03/2017 13:44
The Friends of Stanney Fields Park are appealing for help with its Peace Garden and for more members to join the group.
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Published: Wed, 22/03/2017 10:10
Neston Recreation Centre, operated by Brio Leisure, is in line for a £2.2m revamp following approval for investment by Cheshire West and Chester Council (CW&C) and the success of a funding bid to Sport England.
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Published: Tue, 21/03/2017 22:11
The trial of the driver accused of causing death by dangerous driving in the tragic case of Esmé Weir is taking place at Liverpool Crown Court this week.
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Published: Tue, 21/03/2017 13:45
Neston resident Alexandra Webb has lost a precious item of jewellery, and is asking for help to locate it.
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Published: Tue, 21/03/2017 11:11
Two very special royal guests will be present at the upcoming Parkgate Carnival this July.
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Published: Tue, 21/03/2017 10:43
This magnificent steam engine will be one of the stars of the show at the brand new ParkgateFest this June.
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Published: Tue, 21/03/2017 08:11
WCC (Wirral Car Care) are Volkswagen Audi Group Specialists but stock and service all types of vehicles.
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Published: Mon, 20/03/2017 10:19
If you have visited Hadlow Road Station in Willaston recently, you will have seen a large 'For Rent' notice in the Station Master's House window.
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Published: Mon, 20/03/2017 09:30
Janet Griffiths, Treasurer of Neston Civic Society, organised a litter pick on Sunday 19 March.
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Published: Mon, 20/03/2017 09:24
Port Sunlight Lyceum Brass, who regularly appear in the Neston area, are looking for musicians to fill some current vacancies.
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Published: Mon, 20/03/2017 09:13
Neston Riverside W.I. had a fascinating and informative tour of the labs at the North West Cancer Research Institute in Liverpool with Dr. Jason Parsons recently.
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Published: Mon, 20/03/2017 09:08
As reported on AboutMyArea earlier this month, the Neston Education Partnership is challenging threatened cuts to education budgets to the tune of £1.4m over the next three years.
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Published: Mon, 20/03/2017 08:40
Neston photographer Bernard Rose has recently been awarded his 4th Dan in Shotokan Karate by Sensei Aidan Trimble 8th Dan the chief instructor of the FSK (Federation of Shotokan Karate).
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Published: Fri, 17/03/2017 11:40
Pupils at Bishop Wilson Primary School in Burton, Neston, have been enjoying the outdoors this week.
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Published: Thu, 16/03/2017 09:28
Andy Williams, Hon Secretary of Neston Female Society, reports on the outcome of a recent meeting of the committee.
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Published: Thu, 16/03/2017 08:54
Friends of Hadlow Road Station launched a small café service in November 2016 at Hadlow Road Station and have had monthly café openings since.
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Published: Thu, 16/03/2017 08:50
Look away now, all you local reds, but blues will be delighted to hear that former Everton FC players John Ebbrell and David Unsworth (currently the managers of the Everton U23 team) visited Neston Primary school recently.
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Published: Wed, 15/03/2017 17:02
Neston Police have arrested two males in connection with a recent spate of incidents involving car wing mirrors in the area.
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Published: Wed, 15/03/2017 16:00
Parkgate, Cheshire's only coastal community, is set to see a nautical refurbishment of its middle slip.
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Published: Wed, 15/03/2017 10:29
A bike was stolen this morning from outside a house in Parkgate Road, Neston. Similar to the one in this picture, but purple in colour.
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Published: Tue, 14/03/2017 16:01
A group from the Neston Arts Network and CH64 Events Group donned hard hats and boots for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Storyhouse, Chester's soon to be opened cultural arts centre recently.
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Published: Tue, 14/03/2017 16:01
Cheshire Wildlife Trust featured in Channel 4's Rivers with Jeremy Paxman' ton Sunday March 19.
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Published: Tue, 14/03/2017 15:56
A generous grant from Neston Town Council will help towards the cost of putting on the Village Fair, to be held at Comrade's Field on the 1st July 2017.
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Published: Tue, 14/03/2017 09:29
Sisters Oakleigh and Maple Briscoe celebrated a significant win at a recent regional dance competition.
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Published: Mon, 13/03/2017 09:57
Neston-based chartered accountant Phil Bates has welcomed the Government's decision to delay a vote on tax rises for self-employed workers until later this year.
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Published: Mon, 13/03/2017 09:34
Pupils in Reception Class at Neston Primary school recently asked local police for assistance when someone stole the Queen's knickers!
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Published: Mon, 13/03/2017 09:06
Grey clouds and persistent drizzle could not dampen spirits as Fairtrade Fortnight was celebrated in Neston recently.
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Published: Mon, 13/03/2017 08:45
Members of Neston Rotary Club were accompanied by Woodfall Primary School Rotakids on a trip to Heswall recently.
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Published: Mon, 13/03/2017 08:32
The annual dining in/out and presentation evening for Neston ATC Squadron 2375 took place at Thornton Hall Hotel this month.
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Published: Sat, 11/03/2017 18:33
A spate of deliberate criminal damages to car wing mirrors has prompted a request from Neston police for the public's help.
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Published: Fri, 10/03/2017 16:54
A brand new festival of live music, food & drink, children's entertainment, stalls and more, ParkgateFest will take place on the weekend of 3rd & 4th June 2017.
Book early, win big! 5* holiday up for grabs...
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Published: Fri, 10/03/2017 12:14
Following a request from the WI, Willaston Residents & Countryside Society are looking into parking around the village Green and the potential impact of any restricted parking.
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Published: Thu, 09/03/2017 17:00
Headteachers from schools in the Neston Education Partnership' met recently to discuss the impact of the proposed cuts to school budgets under the New Funding Formula (NFF).
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Published: Thu, 09/03/2017 13:11
Since Christmas Parkgate Primary School has raised over £500 for their chosen charities.
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Published: Wed, 08/03/2017 07:45
Staff and children at Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton, Neston, had a fantastic World Book Day recently.
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Published: Wed, 08/03/2017 07:39
Staff from Skipton Building Society provided much needed assistance during a scrub clearance day at Lees Lane Ponds in Little Neston.
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Published: Mon, 06/03/2017 11:12
Cheshire West and Chester Council's Highways Department have confirmed that Gladstone Road in Neston is to be a one-way street from later this month.
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Published: Mon, 06/03/2017 10:03
Months of speculation and tension came to an end today with the announcement that Peugeot-Citroen will be taking over GM-owned Vauxhall-Opel in a deal worth £1.9bn.
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Published: Mon, 06/03/2017 09:00
Chris Hampshire, Chair of the Friends of Hadlow Road Station in Willaston, catches us up on what's been happening lately.
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Published: Mon, 06/03/2017 08:26
Parkgate Society Community Spirit enjoyed a successful morning Spring Cleaning in Parkgate on Saturday 4th March.
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Published: Mon, 06/03/2017 08:16
Police issued a warning to local residents over the weekend, to be alert to the risk of burglary following a couple of incidents in the Burton area of Neston.
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Published: Thu, 02/03/2017 10:58
Last year, as reported on AboutMyArea CH64, residents were invited to have their say on possible changes to the waste and recycling facilities in Cheshire West and Chester Council's area.
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Published: Wed, 01/03/2017 16:06
Three men and three women were arrested at addresses in the Birkenhead area this morning (Wednesday 1 March) in connection with a burglary in Parkgate, Neston.
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Published: Wed, 01/03/2017 13:24
When Dave Bladen was invited to Sierra Leone to visit the OAKS charity school recently, he knew it would be an adventure. What he didn't anticipate was quite how life-changing the trip would be.
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Published: Wed, 01/03/2017 11:59
'Three Men and a Rust Bucket' from Neston will be taking part in the Rust 2 Rome Banger Rally in June.
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Published: Wed, 01/03/2017 09:44
Congratulations to the Neston Air Cadets whotook part in a cross country event at Stadt Moers Park in Whiston recently.
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Published: Wed, 01/03/2017 08:21
Volunteer gardeners at Neston Community Youth Centre are celebrating after receiving a £6789 grant from the Postcode Local Trust, funded by players of the People's Postcode Lottery.
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Published: Tue, 28/02/2017 09:52
Neston High School has become the first school in Cheshire, and only the second secondary school in the country, to be awarded Gold status by the National Council for Learning Outside the Classroom.
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Published: Mon, 27/02/2017 12:32
Over 30 residents attended the annual Parkgate Community Forum at Neston Cricket Club on Wednesday February 22, to hear about the projects that have taken place in the area over the last year and what is planned for the coming months.
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Published: Mon, 27/02/2017 08:43
A large holly tree was one of the casualties of a day of stormy weather last week.
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Published: Thu, 23/02/2017 15:18
Motorists and pedestrians alike are advised to only travel if absolutely necessary during today's high winds, caused by Storm Doris.
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Published: Thu, 23/02/2017 12:16
Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, has warned of the 'profound impact' planned Government cuts will have on schools.
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Published: Thu, 23/02/2017 08:28
A vacancy for Riverside Ward on Neston Town Council has arisen following the resignation of Councillor James Wilkie.
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Published: Tue, 21/02/2017 17:09
This is Sully, who went missing from his home in Marshlands Road on the morning of Friday 17th February. Now home safely.
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Published: Tue, 21/02/2017 16:40
Thank you to Neston residents who participated in this the 2016 Wirral Scouts & Guides Charity Christmas Post.
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Published: Tue, 21/02/2017 15:43
Neston police have had a report of dog poo bags being thrown off the Wirral way bridge on Burton Road, which hit a car travelling underneath.
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Published: Mon, 20/02/2017 17:12
Ellesmere Port & Neston MP Justin Madders secured an Urgent Question in Parliament today to demand assurances from the Government on the proposed takeover of Vauxhall and Opel by Peugeot owners PSA.
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Published: Mon, 20/02/2017 14:26
A Parkgate outdoor pursuits specialist is back home this week after being involved in a dramatic mid-Atlantic shipwreck.
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Published: Mon, 20/02/2017 12:20
A small fire in the Pill Box at Parkgate was extinguished by Cheshire Fire and Rescue earlier today.
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Published: Mon, 20/02/2017 08:49
During the past few months the weather may have been a little dull, but pupils at Neston Primary School have enjoyed a bright and eventful half-term.
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Published: Mon, 20/02/2017 08:49
Members of Neston Riverside WI chose a sunny day for their walk round the fields and through the woods of Chirk Castle recently.
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Published: Mon, 20/02/2017 08:47
The Friends of West Vale Park have been busy recently, building a hibernaculum, with help from Cheshire West and Chester Countryside Rangers Paul Taylor and Amanda Pritchard.
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Published: Fri, 17/02/2017 16:55
Year 2 pupils at Woodfall Primary School in Neston enjoyed a Living History Day recently.
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Published: Fri, 17/02/2017 14:14
Neston based photographer Robert Thrift has seen some of his work published in a new anthology of the silver treasures of Ickworth House in Suffolk.
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Published: Fri, 17/02/2017 11:08
Following a recent public consultation, Cheshire West and Chester Council has updated the rules for its cemeteries, including Neston.
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Published: Wed, 15/02/2017 15:17
Cheshire West and Chester Council have signed off on a proposal for the speed limit on a number of Little Neston roads to be reduced to 20mph.
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Published: Wed, 15/02/2017 14:41
1st Ness Brownies recently visited Ellesmere Port fire station to learn all about keeping safe in a fire.
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Published: Wed, 15/02/2017 12:21
Rotary Club of Neston is looking for a young person in the local area to go on a fully sponsored week of leadership training.
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Published: Tue, 14/02/2017 16:40
Neston High School is celebrating after receiving a 'glowing and flawless' report from Ofsted after a recent Section 8 inspection.
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Published: Tue, 14/02/2017 16:21
School pupils from Bishop Wilson Primary School in Burton seized the opportunity to quiz their local MP when he made a special visit to the school this week.
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Published: Tue, 14/02/2017 16:15
An opportunity to obtain accredited fork lift truck training has opened up for Neston residents, potentially helping them into full time work with local employers.
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Published: Tue, 14/02/2017 10:39
What's in a name? In the case of Towey's, the unisex hair, beauty and tanning salon located in the heart of Neston, quite a lot, actually.
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Published: Mon, 13/02/2017 15:19
A big Thank You' to all of the children and staff of St. Winefride's RC Primary School, Neston, who took part in the Go Crazy for CAFOD' Day in February.
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Published: Mon, 13/02/2017 15:11
Further to our report earlier this month that a new defibrillator has been installed on the wall outside Elephant Lounge in Parkgate, we bring news of another device being made available.
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Published: Mon, 13/02/2017 09:52
Willaston Residents' and Countryside Society includes Officers, village organisations and co-opted individuals. Dr Chris Hampshire, Chair of the Society, updates us on its activities over the last couple of years.
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Published: Mon, 13/02/2017 09:10
Russ and Paul at Marsh Nurseries in Parkgate are proud to be the latest sponsors of Neston Nomads.
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Published: Sat, 11/02/2017 11:16
Well known Neston DJ and videographer Dave Bladen is setting off for Sierra Leone this week.
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Published: Sat, 11/02/2017 10:09
My team continue to tackle the few who persist with anti-social behaviour in the community.
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Published: Fri, 10/02/2017 11:34
Barrie Youde, whom many AboutMyArea readers will know as The Parkgate Poet, has a very intriguing tale to share with us.
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Published: Fri, 10/02/2017 10:32
Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, showed his support for this year's World Cancer Day recently.
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Published: Tue, 07/02/2017 09:10
Sgt Daniel Greenhalgh of Neston's policing unit has added his voice to calls for motorists to heed new legislation over the use of mobile phones in vehicles.
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Published: Mon, 06/02/2017 10:20
You played it as a child, you've played it in the pub, now it's your chance to take part in a human table football tournament at the Northern Lights Parkgate Carnival, this Summer.
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Published: Mon, 06/02/2017 08:45
Pop down to the Visitors' Centre at Ness Gardens to see a wonderful array of photographs.
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Published: Mon, 06/02/2017 08:23
Pupils of Parkgate Primary School have been busy raising over £280 for Clatterbridge Cancer Charity recently.
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Published: Sun, 05/02/2017 12:46
Police have received reports of thefts from vehicles parked in car parks in the Neston area this weekend.
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Published: Fri, 03/02/2017 10:19
Never mind the screaming headlines in the national newspapers, announcing a crisis in the salad and vegetable trade, we have the solution for you!
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Published: Thu, 02/02/2017 13:27
KS2 pupils at Parkgate Primary School had a fabulous day with 'Get Outside the Classroom' recently.
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Published: Thu, 02/02/2017 13:15
Detectives have released CCTV images of two men they would like to speak to in connection with an armed robbery in Neston.
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Published: Wed, 01/02/2017 15:09
Neston Town Council have today announced that the monthly Farmers' and Food Makers' Market will no longer take place, with immediate effect.
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Published: Wed, 01/02/2017 09:05
Neston resident and business owner Jackie Hill is calling for local people to support W.A.S.P.I.
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Published: Tue, 31/01/2017 15:35
Children from Reception class in Parkgate Primary School celebrated Chinese New Year, learning all about Chinese food, traditions and culture.
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Published: Mon, 30/01/2017 12:54
The Year 5 & 6 Athletics Team from Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton, Neston recently took part in an interschool Athletics Competition.
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Published: Mon, 30/01/2017 09:42
Recently, Henry VIII, Amy Johnson, David Beckham, Queen Victoria and an array of other famous Britons visited the children of Neston Primary School.
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Published: Mon, 30/01/2017 09:17
The Chinese Year of the Rooster was ushered in amid colourful celebrations in Chester city centre on Saturday January 28th.
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Published: Fri, 27/01/2017 12:51
The Children at Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton, Neston, and their on-site Pre-school children joined in the Chinese New Year celebrations in style!
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Published: Thu, 26/01/2017 14:06
Network Rail have written to local residents living in the vicinity of the railway line in Neston to warn of potential disturbance from upcoming night-time work.
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Published: Wed, 25/01/2017 18:23
Police are investigating a robbery at Go Local (formally Drake Stores) in Drake Road, Neston.
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Published: Wed, 25/01/2017 10:00
On Wednesday January 18, Neston's St. Winefride's RC Primary School football team won the 7-a-side small schools football competition at Frodsham Leisure Centre.
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Published: Tue, 24/01/2017 16:00
The Parkgate Traders association has been working for a while now to raise funds for a defibrillator in Parkgate.
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Published: Tue, 24/01/2017 15:13
A Neston-based firm of chartered financial planners is working closely with a number of its clients to ensure they make the most of important changes to inheritance tax rules.
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Published: Tue, 24/01/2017 15:06
Neston's Little Actors Theatre Company is assured of a varied repertoire this year thanks to a grant from Neston Town Council.
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Published: Tue, 24/01/2017 14:58
At our AGM in January Neston Flower Society presented cheques to several local charities and one national charity, thanks to hard work and support from our members.
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Published: Tue, 24/01/2017 14:52
The Friends of Lees Lane Ponds is a relatively new group and they need your help.
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Published: Tue, 24/01/2017 09:06
On Sunday 15th January, children from Years 5 and 6 from St Winefride's Catholic Primary School in Neston, represented Cheshire Phoenix in a national basketball competition held at the Barclaycard Arena in Birmingham.
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Published: Mon, 23/01/2017 09:44
Cheshire West and Chester Council's Cabinet have given the green light to a consultation on the proposed recommission of a range of adult public health services.
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Published: Mon, 23/01/2017 09:15
Motorists who drive while using handheld mobile devices will face double the penalty under new legislation, while young drivers risk having their license revoked.
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Published: Fri, 20/01/2017 09:58
Neston folk - please be on the look out for this bike, stolen at 6.45pm on Thursday 19 January from The Priory.
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Published: Thu, 19/01/2017 16:29
Ellesmere Port & Neston MP, Justin Madders has called the Government to intervene to provide support to local high streets.
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Published: Thu, 19/01/2017 10:45
Staff, governors and pupils at Bishop Wilson Primary School in Burton, Neston, are celebrating after the school received high praise during its recent Ofsted inspection.
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Published: Thu, 19/01/2017 09:58
For their first meeting of the new year, Neston Riverside WI were thrilled by tales of widespread murder in the 1880s.
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Published: Wed, 18/01/2017 14:53
Neston Town Council agreed at its annual budget review meeting last night, to keep the level of council tax for Band D taxpayers for 2017-18 at £37.43, for a third consecutive year.
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Published: Wed, 18/01/2017 11:10
This is Fleur, missing since Sunday, last seen at The Quillet, off Bushell Road in Little Neston
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Published: Tue, 17/01/2017 09:50
Neston photographer Bernard Rose was in attendance when the much-anticipated statue of Cilla Black was unveiled in Liverpool this week.
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Published: Mon, 16/01/2017 16:39
Sue Ryder on Liverpool Road in Neston is running a volunteer drive, if you have just one hour a week to spare, Kris would love you to join his team.
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Published: Mon, 16/01/2017 16:33
Volunteers for Neston and District Christian Aid raised nearly £12000 in 2016.
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Published: Mon, 16/01/2017 10:49
Cheshire West and Chester Council's Cabinet will be asked to approve a new housing management contractor at their meeting on Wednesday 18 January.
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Published: Mon, 16/01/2017 09:04
Local resident James Anyon has written to inform us that twins Muriel and Bernard Burgess, who died on New Year's Day in tragic circumstances, lived in Neston.
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Published: Mon, 16/01/2017 08:37
Sergeant Greenhalgh started the new year building up stronger working relationships with British Transport Police (BTP), discussing Anti-Social Beheaviour on and around Neston train station.
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Published: Fri, 13/01/2017 16:59
ParkgateFest will take place on the weekend of 3rd and 4th June 2017, a two day event of live music, stalls, exhibitions, children's entertainment and much, much more...
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Published: Thu, 12/01/2017 15:28
Kicking off 2017 as they mean to go on, the Elephant Collective are celebrating once again.
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Published: Thu, 12/01/2017 09:37
Cheshire West and Chester Council's fleet of 14 gritting trucks are ready for action following the yellow warning issued by the Met Office, predicting icy conditions and possibly snow in the area over the next couple of days.
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Published: Wed, 11/01/2017 11:34
Business owners need to take action now if they are to be ready for a revolution in the way they file their tax returns, according to a leading chartered accountant based in Neston.
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Published: Tue, 10/01/2017 17:00
16 year old Neston High Students Charlie Pennington and Harry Deijnen, are planning for an amazing trip to make a difference in Africa.
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Published: Tue, 10/01/2017 09:46
Neston and District Community Fund wants to hear from charities and community groups leading vital social projects.
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Published: Mon, 09/01/2017 14:17
Action Fraud has received several reports from victims who have been sent convincing looking emails claiming to be from Amazon.
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Published: Mon, 09/01/2017 11:57
Hundreds of runners took part in the first Wirral Way Half Marathon on Sunday January 8th.
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Published: Mon, 09/01/2017 09:47
Children from Bishop Wilson Church of England Primary School will be able to help teachers keep their classrooms ship-shape after being given some much needed extra storage room by the Western Link project.
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Published: Thu, 05/01/2017 17:46
Police investigating burglaries in the Ellesmere Port area, including one in Neston, have arrested and charged a 22-year-old man from Liverpool.
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Published: Wed, 04/01/2017 12:03
Local entrepreneur Jamie Davies from Neston has joined the 2016/2017 cohort of the Lloyds Bank Social Entrepreneurs Programme, in partnership with School for Social Entrepreneurs (SSE).
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Published: Wed, 04/01/2017 09:56
Do you rent out property locally? If so, you may be interested in a new service being launched by Cheshire West and Chester Council, with the aim of reducing the number of vacant properties in the borough.
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Published: Wed, 04/01/2017 09:49
Tens of thousands of schoolchildren across the UK, including throughout Cheshire, will be swapping books for binoculars this term to take part in the UK's biggest schools wildlife survey.
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Published: Tue, 03/01/2017 14:23
It was a true bon appetit for thirty local people at this year's Neston Community Christmas Dinner.
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Published: Tue, 03/01/2017 12:56
A Town Council grant has ensured the continuation this year of Neston and District Art Society's annual exhibition.
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Published: Tue, 03/01/2017 09:41
On a beautiful but cold Tuesday night on 20th December, the Parkgate community gathered to sing Christmas Carols in the Square.
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Published: Tue, 03/01/2017 09:13
Ged Weedon from the Friends of Hadlow Road Station in Willaston updates us on a lovely Christmas event and news of more grant funding.
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Published: Tue, 03/01/2017 08:51
Key Stage 2 children at St. Winefride's RC Primary School in Neston certainly raised the roof of their parish church just before Christmas.
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Published: Tue, 03/01/2017 08:32
Pupils, staff and governors at Woodfall Primary School in Neston finished 2016 on a high, with the news that the school was one of the top 10 for SATs results in Cheshire.
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