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News Archive 2018
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Published: Sat, 22/12/2018 09:03
Police have just announced that William Hedges, who went missing in the Neston area on Friday afternoon, has been found safe and well.
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Published: Thu, 20/12/2018 11:50
Pupils at Neston Primary School have enjoyed a very busy Christmas period.
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Published: Thu, 20/12/2018 11:21
The Northern Lights Charity strap-line is Making Today's Dreams Tomorrow's Destination' and that's exactly what they achieved with the 2018 trip to Lapland.
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Published: Wed, 19/12/2018 10:23
Marsh Nurseries in Parkgate has closed its doors for the last time. But the good news is, they're only moving!
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Published: Tue, 18/12/2018 09:04
Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, sends our readers his Christmas message.
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Published: Tue, 18/12/2018 09:03
Rev Alan Dawson, Vicar of the Parish of Neston, shares his Christmas message with AboutMyArea and the community.
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Published: Tue, 18/12/2018 09:03
Cllr Pat Kynaston, Mayor of Neston, sends her Christmas message to all residents and friends of Neston Parish.
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Published: Mon, 17/12/2018 09:17
The PTA Christmas Fair at Bishop Wilson Primary School in Burton, Neston, was held last week and what a great evening we had!
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Published: Mon, 17/12/2018 08:51
A group of cyclists has launched a petition on Change.org, to try and persuade authorities to reinstate what the cyclists say is a vital stretch of cycle/foot path on the A540, Chester High Road.
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Published: Fri, 14/12/2018 10:19
Infant children at Neston Primary School delighted their parents and relatives when they performed their Nativity Play recently.
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Published: Tue, 11/12/2018 16:35
We were delighted to receive a link to this video at AMA Towers today.
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Published: Tue, 11/12/2018 13:19
They've only gone and done it again! Hip & Harmony's Street Dance kids have certainly been on a winning streak this year, bringing home a whopping 34 trophies on Sunday from the Iconic Street Dance Competition in Liverpool.
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Published: Tue, 11/12/2018 09:28
As many of us look forward to Christmas time, many thousands of people are sleeping rough on the streets of England as well as many thousands who remain unseen.
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Published: Tue, 11/12/2018 09:00
Families are invited to get into the festive spirit this December with a special Christmas quiz at RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands near Neston.
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Published: Mon, 10/12/2018 14:04
There can be few residents from the Neston area who haven't been affected by the recent town centre roadworks on Burton Road.
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Published: Mon, 10/12/2018 10:19
A double set of ladders was stolen last week from a house in Leighton Road, Neston.
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Published: Mon, 10/12/2018 09:56
This year's Elephant Collective Santa Dash was raising funds for youth projects at Neston Community Youth Centre.
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Published: Mon, 10/12/2018 09:02
The annual Carols around the Christmas Tree in Parkgate took place on Friday 7 December.
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Published: Fri, 07/12/2018 10:39
A Merseyside man has been charged with stealing tools from vans in Ellesmere Port and Neston.
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Published: Thu, 06/12/2018 15:27
Business people from throughout the Neston area attended the annual 'Out of Office - a Christmas Celebration of Business in Neston' event at the Brewers Arms on Wednesday 5 December.
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Published: Thu, 06/12/2018 10:12
Children from Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton, Neston, have been busy this week, with music and Christmas on their minds.
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Published: Thu, 06/12/2018 10:02
The following formal notice has been issued by Cheshire West and Chester Council, relating to speed limits on certain roads linking with the A540 in Neston.
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Published: Thu, 06/12/2018 09:49
Work to transform Sytchcroft Park in Neston with a new play area and landscaping has now been completed and it is formally open to the public.
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Published: Wed, 05/12/2018 10:49
Congratulations to both girls' football teams from St Winefride's RC Primary School in Neston, on their recent participation and success in the annual football competition.
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Published: Tue, 04/12/2018 11:25
Transport for Wales say that rail services from Wrexham to Bidston have now been restored, following a 'mammoth' engineering effort.
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Published: Mon, 03/12/2018 14:24
Motorsport UK has announced that former Neston High School student Michael Holdenhas won its Young Photographer of the Year award.
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Published: Mon, 03/12/2018 12:48
Cyclists worried about taking to West Cheshire's roads during the winter months are being offered a safer alternative to help them stay in shape.
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Published: Sun, 02/12/2018 12:48
Neston came alive to the sights, sounds and even smells of the Christmas season, with the Elves 'n' Bells event on Saturday December 1st. MORE PHOTOS now added.
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Published: Sun, 02/12/2018 11:14
Neston Army Cadets enjoyed spending their time at Neston Elves and Bells creating a festive spirit, by raising money for their detachment and money for the charity - Young Minds.
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Published: Fri, 30/11/2018 15:02
Residents are reminded to be vigilant following a report of a burglary at a property in West Drive, Little Neston, between 28th and 29th November.
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Published: Fri, 30/11/2018 11:41
Hip & Harmony CIC organised a visit to Neston market today by a crowd of elves.
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Published: Thu, 29/11/2018 12:07
Neston's train service is currently being disrupted due to an unprecedented number of Transport for Wales' trains suffering from damage caused by the effects of Autumn and awaiting repairs.
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Published: Thu, 29/11/2018 10:28
A brother and sister from Neston have been left devastated by the sudden passing of both their parents in a matter of days.
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Published: Wed, 28/11/2018 13:43
Libraries in Cheshire West and Chester were officially recognised as outstanding at a national awards ceremony this week, receiving not one but two accolades.
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Published: Wed, 28/11/2018 11:34
Due to the third phase of platform upgrade work by Merseyrail, there will be no through trains to Liverpool on the Wirral Line from 27 December to 1 January.
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Published: Wed, 28/11/2018 09:44
At Neston Cricket Club, the President's Dinner incorporating The Neston Sports Awards, was held on Friday 23 November 2018.
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Published: Tue, 27/11/2018 14:21
Feast your eyes on this lot! On Saturday 1st December from 1pm to 7pm, the Market Square AND Brook Street in Neston will be chock-a-block with lots of lovely festive stalls.
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Published: Tue, 27/11/2018 13:25
Detectives investigating suspicious activity in Neston are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
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Published: Tue, 27/11/2018 12:04
A boy's coat has been found at Sytchcroft Park, Liverpool Road, Neston.
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Published: Mon, 26/11/2018 14:21
Local DJ and videographer Dave Bladen has just returned from his second trip to the OAKS school project in Sierra Leone. The charity is now building a Secondary School for the children of Bo.
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Published: Mon, 26/11/2018 13:52
A set of keys has been found in Earle Drive, by the Spinney. They are on a purple key fob.
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Published: Mon, 26/11/2018 10:19
Rotakids from Woodfall Primary School in Neston went the extra mile again, bag-packing at Sainsbury's recently.
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Published: Fri, 23/11/2018 15:47
Car giant PSA, owners of Vauxhall at Ellesmere Port are planning a restructuring with a "phased reduction" of 241 jobs.
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Published: Fri, 23/11/2018 15:01
On Monday 19th November, four fire officers from Cheshire County Fire Brigade came to Bishop Wilson Primary School in Burton, Neston, to deliver fire safety information.
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Published: Thu, 22/11/2018 14:00
With the retirement of current Head Teacher of Neston High School, Steve Dool, imminent, his replacement has now been announced.
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Published: Thu, 22/11/2018 13:55
RoadPeace in Merseyside held its annual service of remembrance at St George's Hall in Liverpool on 18 November, during which many names of people who have been killed on the roads were remembered.
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Published: Thu, 22/11/2018 10:04
From 3-9 December 2018, RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands are offering free entry to National Lottery players as part of national #ThanksToYou celebrations.
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Published: Wed, 21/11/2018 08:58
Thieves are currently targeting vehicles in the Neston and surrounding area.
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Published: Tue, 20/11/2018 11:16
Neston's vey own Hip & Harmony Street Dance kids competed in the North West Street Dance Championships 'Calling U Out' event on Sunday 18th November, bringing home no less than nine well-deserved trophies.
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Published: Mon, 19/11/2018 17:22
Neston residents are advised to be on their guard as scammers have taken to spoofing local telephone numbers in an attempt to gain trust.
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Published: Mon, 19/11/2018 16:38
His Royal Highness Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, visited Neston High School on Monday 19 November, to officially open the new facilities there. He was accompanied by the Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire, David Briggs.
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Published: Mon, 19/11/2018 11:21
Selfless Neston resident John Stevenson, one of Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service's (CFRS) original safety team volunteers, has been recognised with the Service's Volunteer of the Year STAR award.
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Published: Mon, 19/11/2018 09:47
They went dotty at Neston Primary School for Children in Need.
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Published: Mon, 19/11/2018 09:19
A set of keys has been found in the car park at Lees Lane Ponds in Little Neston.
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Published: Fri, 16/11/2018 17:30
Neston's Elephant Bank is officially the No.1 Independent Pizzeria in the UK, having triumphed at the PAPA awards 2018 in London on Thursday.
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Published: Fri, 16/11/2018 11:07
Over the Centenary of the WW1 Armistice, local historian Ian Norris and his wife, Cathy, honoured the men of Neston and Burton who served in that war in a visit to key locations relating to the war.
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Published: Fri, 16/11/2018 10:11
This week, Kara and Emily at Escape in Neston hosted a special beauty event. What an eye-opener it was! Read about their fabulous range of make-up, skincare, treatments and jewellery, all available in YOUR town centre.
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Published: Thu, 15/11/2018 09:08
Cheshire West and Chester Council has welcomed news that the Department of Transport is making an additional £3.5m available to it for highway maintenance.
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Published: Thu, 15/11/2018 09:04
A special service to remember those who have died or been injured on our roads will be held in Liverpool this week.
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Published: Tue, 13/11/2018 11:53
The latest update on what's been happening at Hadlow Road Station, from Hilary Booth.
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Published: Tue, 13/11/2018 11:37
After a loyal 40 years of service to Ness Village Hall, Bill Draper, Chair of Trustees, has earned a very well deserved retirement.
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Published: Tue, 13/11/2018 09:16
A contingent from Elephant Collective in Neston will be off down to London this Thursday, as news has broken that Elephant Bank has once again been nominated for the prestigious 'Best Independent Pizzeria in the UK' at the PAPA awards.
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Published: Mon, 12/11/2018 10:48
District 1180 Rotakids Co-ordinator David Brigden visited St. Winefride's School in Neston to present them with their new t.shirts.
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Published: Mon, 12/11/2018 10:28
Thank you certificates have been presented to three local venues, for their support on Fairtrade.
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Published: Mon, 12/11/2018 10:22
Officers from Ellesmere Port CID are appealing for witnesses to come forward following reports of an altercation on the M53.
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Published: Mon, 12/11/2018 10:09
Pupils at Neston Primary School produced an array of poignant, colourful and creative work to mark Armistice Day, the 100th Anniversary of the end of WW1.
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Published: Mon, 12/11/2018 09:42
In a week of theatre, tradition, talks and a Tommy, it is fair to say that Neston did the 100th Centenary of the end of the Great War proud.
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Published: Sat, 10/11/2018 15:37
Nominations are invited for the 'Best Customer Service' gong at this year's Neston Business Awards.
You only have until Thursday 15 November to nominate your favourite!
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Published: Fri, 09/11/2018 10:25
Ellesmere Port & Neston MP, Justin Madders, called for the Government to assist with funding for improvements to the A540 in Neston during a debate in Parliament on road safety.
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Published: Fri, 09/11/2018 10:13
Willaston will be commemorating the centenary of the end of the First World War with a programme of activities designed to remember those in our village who lost their lives and to celebrate those who returned and the end of hostilities.
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Published: Thu, 08/11/2018 12:15
Concerns have started to be raised over a planning application to construct 10 semi-detached single storey dwellings on a plot at the junction between Manorial Road and Moorside Lane in Parkgate, Neston.
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Published: Thu, 08/11/2018 10:42
After Christmas, have your tree collected from your door and raise vital funds for your local hospice and other local charities.
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Published: Wed, 07/11/2018 17:19
A local resident has mislaid a pair of spectacles in a black case, somewhere in the centre of Neston.
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Published: Wed, 07/11/2018 17:14
Neston Town Council has presented to the parish a commemorative bench in memory of those who gave their lives and served in the Great War 1914-1918.
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Published: Wed, 07/11/2018 14:40
Neston's AboutMyArea has been awarded Best Local Information Website 2018 in the North West Enterprise Awards.
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Published: Tue, 06/11/2018 07:10
Cheshire West and Chester Council is carrying out a consultation on polling districts and stations across the borough until 7 November.
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Published: Mon, 05/11/2018 15:52
As part of Neston's commemoration of the end of the First World War, Neston Town Council and Cheshire West and Chester Ward Councillors will be arranging for a life-size Tommy silhouette to "tour" the local area.
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Published: Mon, 05/11/2018 10:54
On Saturday 3rd November 102 garlands containing just over 1,100 Royal British Legion poppies were installed at Neston Parish Church.
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Published: Mon, 05/11/2018 10:43
Once again, Neston Civic Society entered Neston and Little Neston in the Cheshire Best Kept Village competition, jointly with Neston Town Council.
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Published: Mon, 05/11/2018 10:06
Congratulations all round to the Neston and Parkgate businesses, organisations and individuals who were recognised at this year's Wirral Life Awards.
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Published: Thu, 01/11/2018 14:23
Alan Johnson MBE picked up his coveted award at Buckingham Palace this week.
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Published: Thu, 01/11/2018 10:58
Once again the Santas will be out in force to raise money for a great local cause. This year, commit to raising £20 or more and your entry is FREE!
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Published: Wed, 31/10/2018 11:27
Are you interested in discovering the impact that the First World War had on some families in Neston and Burton, or learning the fascinating stories of those local men who died as a result of that brutal conflict?
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Published: Tue, 30/10/2018 11:24
Pupils at Neston Primary School are enjoying their half-term break after a very busy start to the school year.
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Published: Mon, 29/10/2018 10:38
John Cartlidge fills us in on the most recent outing for local car enthusiasts 'Brums and Buns.'
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Published: Mon, 29/10/2018 09:19
Cllr Louise Gittins reports on more green-fingered activities in the Neston area.
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Published: Fri, 26/10/2018 16:26
There were a few strange characters in town today for Neston's Spooky Halloween Market.
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Published: Fri, 26/10/2018 10:38
Chris Hampshire, Chair of the Friends of Hadlow Road Station Group, brings us a further update on work taking place recently.
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Published: Fri, 26/10/2018 09:36
Gladstone Road in Neston will remain a one-way thoroughfare, after Cheshire West and Chester Council's Highways Office carried out traffic surveys during an experimental period.
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Published: Fri, 26/10/2018 09:23
Local historian Ian Norris of Burton & Neston History Society was interviewed at Neston Library, by BBC Radio Merseyside. Link now included.
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Published: Thu, 25/10/2018 13:16
Alan Mellor, Managing Director and Chartered Financial Planner at Neston-based Phillip Bates & Co Financial Services brings us up to date on Final Salary Pension Transfer.
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Published: Thu, 25/10/2018 10:23
Once again people are being urged to be careful when building and lighting bonfires, to ensure that wildlife is protected.
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Published: Wed, 24/10/2018 10:07
The Burton and Puddington Pumpkin Festival is now well underway.
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Published: Wed, 24/10/2018 09:54
All the children in Bishop Wilson CE Primary School and Preschool enjoyed a visit by the Ambulance Service recently.
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Published: Wed, 24/10/2018 09:47
We all know what the red poppies are for, but do you know about the Purple Poppies?
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Published: Tue, 23/10/2018 15:59
Neston has a number of community events coming up, for which volunteers are needed.
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Published: Tue, 23/10/2018 12:57
Planned changes to the rail route through Neston have been welcomed by the Wrexham-Bidston Rail Users' Association (WBRUA).
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Published: Tue, 23/10/2018 11:06
Neston is commemorating the 1918 Armistice through a number of events in the area over the next week.
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Published: Tue, 23/10/2018 10:42
Cheshire Police are urging residents to think about security in the home as the light nights come to an end and the clocks go back this weekend.
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Published: Tue, 23/10/2018 09:32
Cheshire Constabulary is supporting Get Safe Online Week and are asking people to beware of what you share online.
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Published: Tue, 23/10/2018 09:29
Residents, businesses and community groups are being invited to share their views on Cheshire West and Chester Council's 2019-20 budget proposals.
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Published: Mon, 22/10/2018 10:18
Cheshire Wildlife Trust has issued a stark warning to Wirral Council on the impact of their proposed development options on Wirral's wildlife, put forward in their local plan.
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Published: Mon, 22/10/2018 09:56
Neston-based Northern Lights will be the nominated charity for next year's Essar Chester Half Marathon and MBNA Chester Marathon and Metric Marathon, it has been announced.
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Published: Mon, 22/10/2018 09:46
Cheshire West and Chester Council has approved changes to the traffic calming measures in Lees Lane. The background to this decision is as follows.
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Published: Mon, 22/10/2018 09:33
Little Actors Theatre brings you a double bill of (script in hand) one act plays to commemorate the centenary of the Armistice.
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Published: Mon, 22/10/2018 09:15
Neston Town Council wishes to appoint suitable volunteers to fill three vacant seats on the Neston Neighbourhood Plan Monitoring Group.
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Published: Thu, 18/10/2018 16:30
Detectives are urging witnesses to come forward after two cars were stolen following a burglary in Little Neston.
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Published: Thu, 18/10/2018 14:54
New rules that will affect dog owners will soon be introduced in the Neston area and across the borough, following changes to anti-social, crime and policing legislation.
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Published: Thu, 18/10/2018 12:23
A notoriously dangerous junction in Neston will feature in an ITV documentary 'Tonight - Driving: the True Cost' to be shown on Thursday 18 October at 7.30pm.
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Published: Thu, 18/10/2018 09:29
Homes and businesses throughout Neston have had their broadband connection restored today, after a serious cable break left them disconnected for most of Wednesday 17 October.
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Published: Thu, 18/10/2018 07:46
Rotary Club District 1180 Rotakids Co-ordinator, David Brigden, has congratulated Woodfall Rotakids, Neston, on their donation of £223.56 to Maggie's Centre, Wirral.
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Published: Wed, 17/10/2018 09:48
An evocative and very moving display has been installed outside the Parish Church of St Mary and St Helen in Neston, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I.
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Published: Tue, 16/10/2018 12:00
By popular demand, Neston's Christmas Lantern Parade will return this year, on Saturday 1st December, along with a festive market and a day full of entertainment throughout the town centre.
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Published: Tue, 16/10/2018 11:52
A fabulous offer for a limited time - Pro-Intense Facial and Modern Skin Facial at just £45 while stocks last!
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Published: Tue, 16/10/2018 10:40
Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, has joined the call by the Communications Workers Union (CWU) to make period products free for anyone who needs them.
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Published: Tue, 16/10/2018 09:32
On Friday 12th October, Year 3 pupils at St Winefride's Primary School in Neston took up a lovely invitation.
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Published: Mon, 15/10/2018 11:17
Brio Leisure, the Community Interest Company set up by Cheshire West and Chester Council to manage public leisure centres across the borough, has been selected to feature in this year's Parliamentary Review, as a leading example of how leisure providers should be operating across the UK.
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Published: Mon, 15/10/2018 10:40
Over 300 tickets have already been sold for Neston Players' upcoming production of 'Goodnight Mister Tom.'
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Published: Fri, 12/10/2018 14:51
Rogue traders and fraudsters are to be the focus of a week-long initiative in Cheshire, with Police and partners working together to help spread the word about this type of crime and offering advice on what to do if residents are targeted.
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Published: Fri, 12/10/2018 09:54
Here's the latest update from the Friends of Hadlow Road Station in Willaston.
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Published: Fri, 12/10/2018 09:07
Wirral Hospice St John's will be lighting up the Hospice gardens with 10,000 beautiful lights this December.
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Published: Thu, 11/10/2018 15:10
Having held the franchise for rail travel in Wales and the Welsh Borders since 2003, Arriva Trains Wales will be handing over control on 14th October 2018 to French-Spanish firm KeolisAmey, which will trade under the banner of Transport for Wales Rail Services (TfW).
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Published: Wed, 10/10/2018 09:48
There were some interesting sights and sounds in Neston last Saturday, raising more than a few eyebrows.
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Published: Wed, 10/10/2018 09:20
Neston's Elephant Collective took on AP Mitchell Ltd for a charity football match on Sunday October 7.
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Published: Wed, 10/10/2018 09:03
We are delighted to announce that we, St Winefride's Catholic Primary School in Neston, have achieved the School Games GOLD Mark Award for the 2017/18 academic year.
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Published: Wed, 10/10/2018 08:28
Customers enjoyed samples of Fairtrade goodies at the Freshers' Fair in Neston Town Hall last week.
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Published: Mon, 08/10/2018 15:27
Children in Years 5 & 6 at Bishop Wilson Primary School, Burton, Neston, are studying "Great Rivers of the World" this term for their Geography topic.
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Published: Fri, 05/10/2018 11:13
It has been announced that Avon Buses have ceased trading. However the 22 route has been taken over by Stagecoach.
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Published: Fri, 05/10/2018 10:30
Neston High School has been shortlisted in the category 'Spirit of Enterprise' in the 2018 Educate Awards.
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Published: Fri, 05/10/2018 10:22
The children in Bishop Wilson CE Primary School, Burton, have had great fun creating John and Lily' our Pumpkin People which will form part of the Burton and Puddington Village Pumpkin Festival.
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Published: Thu, 04/10/2018 17:17
Cllr Dominic Roberts from Neston Town Council is looking for help in setting up a brand new fitness initiative.
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Published: Thu, 04/10/2018 12:31
AP Mitchell Ltd, a long established company based in the heart of Neston, are proud to announce the launch of their brand new Fire & Security department, offering a range of service including intruder alarm and fire alarm systems, CCTV systems and access control systems.
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Published: Thu, 04/10/2018 11:46
Neston & Rural Beat Manager PC Vicky Reid updates AboutMyArea readers on what's been happening recently.
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Published: Thu, 04/10/2018 11:34
Sanderson Vet are a rapidly expanding practice specialising in home visits and supported by a state-of-art clinic in Heswall, offering everything from routine examinations to complex orthopaedics and spinal work.
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Published: Thu, 04/10/2018 10:44
Detectives have charged five men with burglary offences following an operation by Ellesmere Port detectives to target ATM attacks in Willaston and across the country.
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Published: Thu, 04/10/2018 08:07
Mack Golf, who operated Hooton Golf Club in Ellesmere Port and Knights Grange in Winsford has ceased trading with immediate effect and as a result these golf courses have been closed.
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Published: Wed, 03/10/2018 16:36
Police have closed in on a gang suspected of attacking a series of cash machines in Willaston and across the country after detectives carried out dawn raids in Merseyside this morning (Wednesday 3 October).
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Published: Tue, 02/10/2018 13:23
By Alan Mellor, Chartered Financial Planner and Managing Director of Neston-based Phillip Bates & Co Financial Services.
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Published: Mon, 01/10/2018 15:53
Members of Neston Town Council, plus its officers and advisors, met key officers and three of the local Cheshire West and Chester members for a discussion about the issues and priorities for transport and traffic in the town.
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Published: Mon, 01/10/2018 10:35
Ed Hilditch catches us up on the launch of Lego Church in Neston.
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Published: Mon, 01/10/2018 10:28
With stalls promoting interests as diverse as English Folk Music and Junior Parkrun, and Freetrade foods to swimming, the Happy, Healthy Neston Fair on Saturday had something for everyone.
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Published: Fri, 28/09/2018 10:26
Neston resident Victoria Cunningham is raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support, with their Brave the Shave fundraising event.
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Published: Fri, 28/09/2018 09:17
Volunteers braved some wet weather and came out in force to support this year's Big Dee Clean-Up in Cheshire West.
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Published: Thu, 27/09/2018 15:00
Ellesmere Port & Neston MP, Justin Madders has backed a new plan to save the country's high streets, announced at this week's Labour party conference.
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Published: Tue, 25/09/2018 12:02
Officers from Cheshire Police are appealing for information from the public following a fatal collision near Neston.
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Published: Tue, 25/09/2018 09:09
Sanderson Vets is now available at Neston Pet Supplies two evenings a week.
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Published: Tue, 25/09/2018 09:06
You can now watch Sky and BT Sports at the Brewers Arms.
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Published: Mon, 24/09/2018 12:08
Neston's local policing unit is investigating a problem in relation to an adult male supplying alcohol to children on Saturday 22nd September in the Little Neston Area.
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Published: Mon, 24/09/2018 09:53
Willaston & South Wirral Rotary Club's Colin Jerrett updates us on recent activities.
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Published: Wed, 19/09/2018 16:04
Six men have been jailed for their involvement in a mass brawl in Neston in May.
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Published: Wed, 19/09/2018 12:37
Neston is a great place to live, work and visit - it has so much to offer, but what about it's untapped potential? Agenda now added to the article.
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Published: Wed, 19/09/2018 10:43
Neston Players bring us up to date on the five year project the award-winning local theatre group is about to complete.
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Published: Tue, 18/09/2018 09:37
Hilary Booth updates us on progress made by the Friends of Hadlow Road Station recently.
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Published: Mon, 17/09/2018 22:17
A BBC documentary has delved into the last days of Jean Lloyd, the 77 year old woman from Thornton Hough who went missing in the Neston area earlier this year.
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Published: Mon, 17/09/2018 10:36
Over the weekend of 15 and 16 September, police received reports of three separate thefts from vehicles parked in car parks in the Neston area.
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Published: Fri, 14/09/2018 11:04
Schools from across the borough are invited to participate in a local creative writing and art competition to help remember the servicemen and women who gave their lives in the First World War so that future generations could live theirs.
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Published: Fri, 14/09/2018 10:10
Neston Town Council has reported that the second phase of tree planting has been completed along Drake Road.
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Published: Fri, 14/09/2018 09:34
Bishop Wilson Primary School in Burton, Neston, welcomed their new Reception intake last week.
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Published: Fri, 14/09/2018 09:30
On Sunday 9th September, a burglary took place at St Nicholas' Church in Burton, Neston.
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Published: Thu, 13/09/2018 19:00
Parks and green spaces in west Cheshire have again been presented with national Green Flag awards and throughout September residents can take part in a national vote for their favourite
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Published: Wed, 12/09/2018 12:56
Little Actors Theatre is working in partnership with Brightlife Cheshire to deliver a bespoke theatre company for people aged 50+.
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Published: Tue, 11/09/2018 18:24
Alan Mellor, Chartered Financial Planner and Managing Director of Phillip Bates & Co Financial Services in Neston, looks at how business owners can plan for retirement.
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Published: Tue, 11/09/2018 10:11
Prizes awarded and the Kids Eat Free promotion will continue.
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Published: Tue, 11/09/2018 09:45
Neston Community Youth Centre held their second annual Neston Wildlife Festival on Sunday 9th September.
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Published: Mon, 10/09/2018 09:40
Neston Nomads U7s Raiders team would like to take the opportunity to thank new local business, Headkase barbers, who are their 2018/19 sponsors for their first season in the Eastham and District mini soccer league.
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Published: Sun, 09/09/2018 12:46
There was a great turnout from Hoylake RNLI this week when members of Neston Rotary Club were delighted to go along and present a cheque to them of £1713.00.
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Published: Fri, 07/09/2018 13:30
ParkgateFest, which was held for only the second time in June this year, has been nominated in the upcoming Wirral Life awards.
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Published: Fri, 07/09/2018 09:48
Local councillor Dominic Roberts writes in with his concerns over recent fly tipping in the Neston area.
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Published: Thu, 06/09/2018 12:49
After many years of uncertainty and concern over the future of Burton Manor, Burton Residents can now look forward to witnessing its restoration and development following the decision by Cheshire West & Chester Planning Committee.
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Published: Thu, 06/09/2018 10:39
Calling all plumbers, electricians, roofers, builders, carpenters, decorators, window installers, carpet fitters and more...Our readers and users are looking for you!
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Published: Wed, 05/09/2018 10:29
A development of 35 retirement apartments on the former Royal British Legion Club site in the village of Willaston, has been turned down by Cheshire West and Chester Council's planning department.
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Published: Wed, 05/09/2018 08:38
New Street in Little Neston is over 140 years old with a rich heritage stemming from the colliery era in the locality.
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Published: Tue, 04/09/2018 16:35
Kiki went missing at the weekend, but has been reunited with his owner thanks to AboutMyArea readers.
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Published: Tue, 04/09/2018 09:40
Parkgate Society's Community Spirit volunteers were once again out and about last weekend, tackling other people's rubbish.
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Published: Mon, 03/09/2018 08:54
Neston & Rural Beat Manager PC Vicky Reid updates AboutMyArea readers on what's been happening recently.
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Published: Mon, 03/09/2018 08:21
During the ongoing works by Welsh Water in Little Neston, alterations have been made to the local bus routes.
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Published: Thu, 30/08/2018 12:08
Art, ICT, Ukulele, French, Woodcarving, Confidence, Mindfulness, Drama and Spanish - what do they all have in common?
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Published: Tue, 28/08/2018 14:13
A leading Neston-based Chartered Financial Planners is encouraging anyone who has completed a Lasting Power of Attorney in the last six years to check if they are entitled to a refund.
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Published: Tue, 28/08/2018 13:45
The following official notice has been issued, advising that Cheshire West and Chester Council are proposing that the 20mph speed limit in Parkgate be widened to cover a larger area.
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Published: Tue, 28/08/2018 13:00
Neston's two private hire companies have merged, in an effort to achieve savings and deliver a better service for their customers.
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Published: Tue, 28/08/2018 10:34
Children are at a much greater risk of having a potentially fatal asthma attack when they go back to school, says a report by Asthma UK.
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Published: Fri, 24/08/2018 14:35
Students at Neston High are celebrating, with GCSE results of 380 grades at A*/A or equivalent and 750 grades at A*/B; with all other measures well above national averages.
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Published: Thu, 23/08/2018 09:48
An incident occurred in Riverside Walk, Little Neston at about 3pm on Tuesday 21 August.
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Published: Wed, 22/08/2018 14:16
Around 22.30 hours on Tuesday 21st August 2018 on Bridge Street, Neston, damage was caused to the windscreen of a car as it drove under the Millennium Bridge towards Burton Road.
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Published: Wed, 22/08/2018 08:45
At around 2.10am on Wednesday 22nd August, McColls newsagents in Willaston, Cheshire, was the target of a ram raid event.
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Published: Tue, 21/08/2018 10:00
It's five out of five for a new homes development situated conveniently between Neston and Parkgate.
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Published: Mon, 20/08/2018 15:43
Rachel Gandy will be taking part in the Glow in the Park 5k run in Manchester on 27th October this year, in memory of the daughter of her friend.
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Published: Mon, 20/08/2018 11:11
Neston resident Martyn Davies explains why he's off to Vietnam this November and asks if others could support the project.
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Published: Mon, 20/08/2018 10:59
August is National Road Victim Month. To date over 500,000 people have been killed on the roads in Great Britain since the death of Bridget Driscoll in 1896.
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Published: Mon, 20/08/2018 10:34
Izzie and Ingo helped present a 'Thank you for supporting Fairtrade' certificate to The Teapot Café at the Methodist Church, Neston.
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Published: Fri, 17/08/2018 22:18
Neston High School students, staff and parents are celebrating this week after another year of continuous improvement in Sixth Form Results.
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Published: Thu, 16/08/2018 10:01
Burton's annual Fun Run, which has taken place in September for the past 19 years, will not be going ahead this year.
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Published: Wed, 15/08/2018 11:43
They're at it again! Neston-based Hip & Harmony's 64 N'ukes raised money for Help For Heroes recently.
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Published: Mon, 13/08/2018 11:01
Dr Chris Hampshire, Chair of the Friends of Hadlow Road Station in Willaston, updates us on what's been going on there lately.
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Published: Mon, 13/08/2018 10:29
Rugby World Cup winning star Will Greenwood helped to kick off this year's Marquee Week at Neston Cricket Club in Parkgate.
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Published: Fri, 10/08/2018 12:02
Cheshire West and Chester Council's StreetCare team has brought back an eye-catching style of display for some of this year's floral beds, including this one at the entrance to Chester Road Car Park in Neston.
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Published: Fri, 10/08/2018 10:36
Now the summer holidays are nearly over, thoughts go to Autumn activities and then to Christmas.
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Published: Thu, 09/08/2018 11:03
Coral Jade, based in West Vale, Little Neston, has just completed a highly respected course with hair industry leader Schwarzkopf.
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Published: Thu, 09/08/2018 09:29
Single dad Geoff Bather from Neston was beaming with pride at the weekend, as his two sons were named Grassroots Football Supporters of the Year.
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Published: Wed, 08/08/2018 14:00
The sun shone for Fun Day organised by The Friends of West Vale Park in Neston, with over 400 people attending.
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Published: Wed, 08/08/2018 09:40
Today (8 August 2018) marks the centenary of the opening day of The Battle of Amiens, the beginning of the Allied offensive which later became known as the Hundred Days Offensive, the series of actions which led ultimately to the end of the First World War.
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Published: Tue, 07/08/2018 15:05
Two award-winning Neston businesses have made it easier than ever for their clients to look their best.
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Published: Mon, 06/08/2018 11:42
This little fellow is called Indy. He's a 13 year old cat living in Neston, whose elderly owners could no longer look after him.
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Published: Mon, 06/08/2018 10:00
A parent of a pupil at Neston Primary School recently had her head shaved to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support and The Little Princess Trust.
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Published: Mon, 06/08/2018 09:20
The Wirral Group of the Institute of Advanced Motorists is seeking an applicant for one more scholarship for a young car driver between 17 and 25 years old who resides in post code areas CH64, 65 or 66.
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Published: Mon, 06/08/2018 09:12
Residents in the Neston area earning less than £15,736.50 gross per year can now receive free training to help them get a better job.
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Published: Mon, 06/08/2018 09:07
The Admiral Nurse service offers specialist support, information and advice to the carers of people with dementia.
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Published: Thu, 02/08/2018 10:24
A hose pipe ban in the North West of England, due to start from August 5th, has been called off.
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Published: Mon, 30/07/2018 10:33
Bluebell Tea Rooms / Café opened recently at New Hall Centre on Chester High Road (next to Mini Monsters).
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Published: Fri, 27/07/2018 10:00
From the end of July, businesses and traders will be able to dispose of their waste at a new low cost venue in Chester.
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Published: Tue, 24/07/2018 11:09
Cheshire West and Chester Council are urgently seeking a caring, friendly, reliable and active person to play a vital role in our community to help children and adults cross Mellock Lane safely on their way to and from school.
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Published: Tue, 24/07/2018 11:01
The many and varied talents of the Hip & Harmony CIC family were on show at the weekend at Neston Civic Hall.
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Published: Mon, 23/07/2018 10:11
As she prepares to represent Cheshire in the National Miss Mermaid UK Final, Neston's Yasmin Awan tells AboutMyArea readers what it's like to be a 'real life mermaid.'
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Published: Mon, 23/07/2018 09:48
Vannessa Jones, a volunteer who is involved with a charity called KitAid, collect kits from all over the UK and distributes to teams in Africa.
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Published: Sat, 21/07/2018 14:06
This little elderly cat has been found in Olive Drive, Neston.
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Published: Fri, 20/07/2018 10:22
Robins Class at Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton, which comprises of YR & Y1 children, enjoyed an end of year treat when they visited Greenacres Farm Park.
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Published: Thu, 19/07/2018 10:12
Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, is supporting calls from UK charity Group B Strep Support for more to be done to improve awareness of group B Strep, after research found that one in five women have not heard of the disease.
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Published: Thu, 19/07/2018 09:55
Parkgate Primary School has been collaborating with Chester Zoo on a project which has impassioned the children of the area into acting on behalf of wildlife in countries such as Indonesia, Sumatra and Borneo.
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Published: Thu, 19/07/2018 09:50
Key Stage 2 children at Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton put on a wonderful end of year performance of Pirates of the Curry Beanz'.
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Published: Thu, 19/07/2018 09:44
Neston Local Historian Ian Norris has spent several years researching the lives, and deaths, of the men of Neston and Burton who died as a consequence of the First World War. As the work approaches completion, Ian is hoping that local residents can contribute to the work.
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Published: Thu, 19/07/2018 09:29
Congratulations to WCC, Wirral and Cheshire's Independent Volkswagen Audi Group Specialists, who are celebrating their 7th birthday today, with a great offer for Neston Life users.
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Published: Tue, 17/07/2018 10:25
Members of Neston's Rotary Club popped in to two local schools this week.
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Published: Mon, 16/07/2018 11:03
It's 7 times lucky for The Friends of Park Fields who are delighted that their application for the 2018 Green Flag Community Award was successful.
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Published: Mon, 16/07/2018 10:52
Year 6 pupils at Neston Primary School recently performed their version of The Wizard of Oz for parents, relatives and friends of the school.
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Published: Fri, 13/07/2018 11:18
Hilary Booth updates us on the most recent work carried out by the Friends of Hadlow Road Station.
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Published: Fri, 13/07/2018 09:45
There has been an 'Animal Stampede' along the Wirral Way in Parkgate this week.
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Published: Thu, 12/07/2018 11:00
If you're passionate about changing lives in your community, and want to contribute to saving lives by reducing the risk of incidents, then being a firefighter is the role for you.
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Published: Thu, 12/07/2018 08:50
Mindfulness in Nature courses have already proved to be popular and there's another running now on Thursdays at NCYC.
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Published: Wed, 11/07/2018 14:56
Detectives are urging witnesses to come forward following a burglary in Little Neston.
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Published: Tue, 10/07/2018 10:09
We 'kicked off' with the roundabout on Bridge Street much earlier on in the World Cup tournament, with this little beauty photographed by Bernard Rose.
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Published: Tue, 10/07/2018 09:19
Professor Rob Marrs, from the University of Liverpool's School of Environmental Sciences, has been awarded a prestigious Leverhulme Emeritus Fellowship to continue his groundbreaking pioneering research on the management of British upland landscapes.
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Published: Mon, 09/07/2018 12:07
Northern Lights Charity aimed for an even bigger and better Carnival and that was achieved with bells on!
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Published: Mon, 09/07/2018 09:32
Willaston Phil Supporters' Group is celebrating its first season attending, and enjoying, monthly concerts at the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Hall.
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Published: Fri, 06/07/2018 10:41
ECT in Cheshire's bright green minibuses will be out and about in the summer sun to tackle social isolation for the elderly and those with mobility problems in the Neston area.
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Published: Fri, 06/07/2018 10:31
Cheshire Police are advising residents to be aware of the following scam currently doing the rounds all over the country.
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Published: Thu, 05/07/2018 14:49
Ness and Little Neston WI joined other WI groups in Liverpool on June 28th to march in celebration of 100 years of votes for women.
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Published: Thu, 05/07/2018 14:09
Helping schoolchildren provide homes for nature is a feather in the cap for Elan Homes.
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Published: Wed, 04/07/2018 12:18
Independent Councillor Martin Barker reports a breakthrough in the campaign to improve the A540 for Neston and Parkgate
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Published: Wed, 04/07/2018 09:49
Neston-based Chartered Financial Planners Phillip Bates & Co Financial Services now has three Chartered Financial Planners in its team.
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Published: Wed, 04/07/2018 09:43
Cllr Louise Gittins updates us on recent progress with the 'Pink Poo' campaign in the Little Neston area.
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Published: Tue, 03/07/2018 10:09
Can you help us save Willaston's tree from darkness this Christmas? Sponsor a star or take part in a raft of fundraising events.
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Published: Sun, 01/07/2018 13:08
If you haven't downloaded it already...here's a few good reasons why now would be a great time...
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Published: Sun, 01/07/2018 13:08
For the fourth year in a row, the Liverpool-Chester-Liverpool bike ride, organised by Pennine Events, came through the Neston area on Sunday July 1st.
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Published: Sun, 01/07/2018 13:07
Have you seen a small white ferret in the West Vale area of Little Neston?
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Published: Sun, 01/07/2018 08:00
Say thank you to your favourite teacher with this fabulous offer at My Gift Place, Neston.
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Published: Fri, 29/06/2018 17:21
This is Jinx, who has been missing since last weekend (June 22/23) the Carlton Close area of Parkgate.
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Published: Fri, 29/06/2018 13:46
Linghams Bookshop in Heswall is hosting an evening with Gary Barlow at Thornton Manor, Wirral, in October.
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Published: Fri, 29/06/2018 09:08
3rd Neston Guide leader, Aimée Adams, was nominated and recently announced as a finalist of Girlguiding Northwest Region Guiding Idol 2018.
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Published: Thu, 28/06/2018 14:08
Neston's award-winning railway station offers bus connections to Ness and Parkgate and may get more frequent trains - but key links to Chester and Ellesmere Port in the evening are missing, and using the car has its problems too.
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Published: Thu, 28/06/2018 10:33
Macie and Lottie want to be dancers....but first, they need a loving foster family.
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Published: Wed, 27/06/2018 16:25
Detectives are appealing for witnesses to come forward following a burglary in Neston, during which valuable music industry memorabilia was stolen.
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Published: Tue, 26/06/2018 11:54
Home Start have been awarded funding that will allow them to carry on supporting Neston families for another twelve months, until August 2019.
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Published: Tue, 26/06/2018 09:44
As the temperature rises, now seems like a good time to remind everyone that you should never leave your dog alone in a car on a warm day.
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Published: Mon, 25/06/2018 16:08
Neston Community Youth Centre has a whole raft of free training courses available.
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Published: Mon, 25/06/2018 08:31
A group of very tired, but happy children in years 5 and 6 from Parkgate Primary School have just come back from a fabulous week at Plas Caerdeon outdoor centre near Barmouth.
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Published: Sun, 24/06/2018 10:25
It may be in the centre of the town, but not everyone yet knows just how pretty the outdoor area at the Brewers Arms is. With fabulous offers on beers and wine plus a brand new Prosecco cocktail, it's the place to be this Summer.
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Published: Sat, 23/06/2018 11:02
Katniss went missing from her home in West Vale, Neston on Thursday 5th October.
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Published: Thu, 21/06/2018 11:02
Children from Neston Primary and St Winefride's RC Primary have been promoting road safety and the health and planet-saving benefits of walking.
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Published: Wed, 20/06/2018 11:22
The children of Parkgate Primary School have been protesting this term to save the animals in the ocean and the rainforest.
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Published: Tue, 19/06/2018 09:31
Neston residents once again enjoyed an evening of musical entertainment in the town's Green Flag Stanney Fields Park.
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Published: Mon, 18/06/2018 16:43
A Liverpool man who burgled 33 homes across Cheshire, Merseyside and Lancashire, including some in Neston, has been jailed.
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Published: Mon, 18/06/2018 15:44
Neston's Little Actors Theatre has been awarded a cheque as part of the Police Mutual 'Force for Good' community sponsorship programme to support their young persons projects.
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Published: Mon, 18/06/2018 15:38
Neston nail salon Creative Touch Nails and Beauty is celebrating its third win of 2018.
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Published: Mon, 18/06/2018 09:42
Two fire engines attended an address in Hampton Close in Little Neston on Sunday after reports of a shed fire.
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Published: Sat, 16/06/2018 10:39
A man has been charged with murder following an incident in Ellesmere Port.
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Published: Sat, 16/06/2018 08:15
Homeowners could find that moving to one of the final new homes near Parkgate is plain sailing with part exchange.
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Published: Sat, 16/06/2018 08:14
Following the announcement by Aintree Coaches that they were cancelling the 272 bus serving Neston with effect from the end of July, local councillors and Justin Madders MP have been urgently seeking a solution.
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Published: Thu, 14/06/2018 17:39
Thousands turned out on the streets of Chester to greet Her Majesty the Queen and the newly married Duchess of Sussex on their first official visit together.
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Published: Thu, 14/06/2018 12:03
This year beautiful artificial red roses will fill wheelbarrows in the hospice gardens for the annual Summer memories campaign.
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Published: Tue, 12/06/2018 15:04
Children and parents at Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton, Neston, enjoyed a warm afternoon's Sports Day and PTA Summer Fair recently.
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Published: Tue, 12/06/2018 10:44
Willaston will be marking the 100th anniversary of the end of World War 1 this November.
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Published: Tue, 12/06/2018 09:30
Neston Angels clients and befrienders had a wonderful cruise along the canal from Christleton to Tattenhall on Monday 4th June thanks to the Wirral Community Narrowboat Trust.
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Published: Tue, 12/06/2018 09:24
In the second of two articles by Church Warden Terry Abel, he explains why the area around the church is looking untidy at the moment.
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Published: Tue, 12/06/2018 09:19
Church Warden Terry Abel writes in with some disappointing news.
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Published: Mon, 11/06/2018 12:41
Cheshire West and Chester Council's Road Safety team is promoting a course for Approved Driving Instructors which aims to reduce collisions amongst young and inexperienced drivers.
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Published: Mon, 11/06/2018 09:32
Here's the latest update from the Friends of Hadlow Road Station.
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Published: Sat, 09/06/2018 08:08
Alan Johnson, Secretary of Neston based charity Northern Lights, has been recognised with an MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours List 2018 for his services to children with life limiting illnesses in the North West and North Wales.
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Published: Fri, 08/06/2018 11:41
In September, Neston Royal British Legion will be hosting an open day.
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Published: Wed, 06/06/2018 14:17
At the Cheshire West Voluntary Arts Awards at Chester Town Hall on the 5th June, Neston's InterACT Youth Theatre received the award for the Performing Arts Category.
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Published: Tue, 05/06/2018 19:00
Those lovely people at Elephant Bank have a treat in store for this week's Neston Ladies Day.
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Published: Tue, 05/06/2018 17:03
A sliver of blue sky has appeared amongst Neston's transport clouds, with the announcement this week that the town will eventually get a half hourly train service.
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Published: Tue, 05/06/2018 16:51
Parkgate Road in Neston, from the Cross to Buggen Lane has now re-opened following a police operation.
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Published: Tue, 05/06/2018 12:51
Karen Jones, Chair of Northern Lights Children's Charity based in Neston, collected her well deserved MBE from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace last week.
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Published: Tue, 05/06/2018 12:21
Her Royal Majesty the Queen, accompanied by the Duchess of Sussex, will be in Chester on Thursday 14th June.
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Published: Mon, 04/06/2018 14:35
Thousands of people poured onto the fields off Boathouse Lane for this year's ParkgateFest and what they found there was exceptional.
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Published: Mon, 04/06/2018 13:15
Aintree Coaches has announced the withdrawal of the 272 bus service between Neston and Ellesmere Port, with effect from July 2018. Neston Town Council has now made representations to Cheshire West about services to Hooton.
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Published: Mon, 04/06/2018 12:42
Pretty in pink - this lovely altar arrangement has been installed at the Parish Church of St Mary and St Helen in preparation for Neston Ladies Day this Thursday.
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Published: Mon, 04/06/2018 08:05
Sarah Lennox is doing the 15 mile Wirral Coastal Walk on the 24th June to raise funds for her five year old daughter Izzy and hopes you'll consider sponsoring her.
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Published: Mon, 04/06/2018 07:42
Following hot on the heels of big wins this season for Neston Nomads Girls and Neston Nomads Vikings, we now hear that Neston Nomads FC Under 11s have won a tournament at Mold Alexander FC.
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Published: Sun, 03/06/2018 10:43
We have received word from Neston Female Society that a florist is taking orders for fresh flower staffs for this year's Ladies Club Walk.
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Published: Thu, 31/05/2018 15:19
Local resident John Cartlidge updates us on the ongoing work by Welsh Water in the Flint Drive area of Little Neston.
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Published: Wed, 30/05/2018 19:56
Winner, winner, chicken dinner - well, pizza and burgers anyway....that's what our ParkgateFest Golden Ticket Winner Nick May has to look forward to this weekend.
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Published: Wed, 30/05/2018 15:57
At the Annual Meeting of Neston Town Council, Cllr Pat Kynaston was re-elected as Chairman and Cllr David Carter re-elected as Deputy Chairman.
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Published: Wed, 30/05/2018 09:28
It's National Volunteering Week (1-7 June) and the team at RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands, near Neston are appealing for help.
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Published: Tue, 29/05/2018 19:21
After scooping Nail Salon of the Year at the English Hair & Beauty Awards recently, Neston's Creative Touch Nails & Beauty has been recognised again, this time for one of the owner's trailblazing designs.
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Published: Tue, 29/05/2018 10:48
An energetic performance by Billy Thompson brought the 2018 Neston Music Festival to a conclusion on Thursday last week (24th May).
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Published: Tue, 29/05/2018 10:42
A Family Fun Day at The Harp Inn, Little Neston, raised over £1200 for the Clatterbridge Cancer Charity.
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Published: Tue, 29/05/2018 10:26
Rotakids at Woodfall Primary School in Neston took part in a fundraising event for Northern Lights Children's Charity recently.
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Published: Tue, 29/05/2018 09:15
Entry to ParkgateFest for under 12s is free and, once they're there, all the KidZone activities will be free, too!
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Published: Tue, 29/05/2018 09:14
Marsh Nurseries in Parkgate now have their fabulous hanging baskets out on display and ready to adorn your home.
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Published: Fri, 25/05/2018 16:38
An incident took place around 10pm on Saturday 19th May in Neston town centre involving a group of males fighting.
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Published: Fri, 25/05/2018 11:21
As part of the Graphic Design course last year, Neston High art students produced a portfolio of work based around The Blue Planet Aquarium.
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Published: Fri, 25/05/2018 09:57
Cheshire West and Chester Council has begun its road resurfacing programme now warmer weather has arrived.
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Published: Thu, 24/05/2018 16:54
Following an appeal on AboutMyArea CH64, the parrot has now been reunited with its owner.
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Published: Wed, 23/05/2018 12:31
On the evening of Friday 18th May, Bishop Wilson Primary School in Burton, Neston, entered their swimming team into the Junior School's Swimming Gala at the Ellesmere Port Sports Village competing, against 15 other schools.
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Published: Tue, 22/05/2018 15:14
Taking place a few weeks earlier than usual, the CH64 Big Lunch was the first of the big 'Summer' events locally.
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Published: Tue, 22/05/2018 11:31
The final concert in the amazingly successful Neston Music Festival is on Thursday 24 May and features Neston-raised Billy Thompson and his band. The classically trained improvising violinist performs numerous different styles of music.
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Published: Fri, 18/05/2018 10:59
Two Neston High School A Level students attended an event at Buckingham Palace this week to collect their Gold Duke of Edinburgh awards.
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Published: Fri, 18/05/2018 10:25
An initial Mindfulness in Nature course proved so successful that a further one is now running and has a few places left.
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Published: Fri, 18/05/2018 10:19
Following the success of their introductory offer on the Neston Life app, the Hinderton Arms have now launched a new one.
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Published: Thu, 17/05/2018 13:19
Update - Dog and owner have been reunited!
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Published: Wed, 16/05/2018 15:43
InterACT Youth Theatre, which meets at Neston Community and Youth Centre, has again scooped awards at the Leverhulme Drama Festival.
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Published: Tue, 15/05/2018 11:18
Living in the popular Parkgate and Neston area could be easier to afford than anticipated at Old Quay Meadow, where the final countdown is underway.
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Published: Tue, 15/05/2018 09:17
As Neston Music Festival enters its final 10 days, we catch up on recent and upcoming events.
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Published: Mon, 14/05/2018 12:50
Thanks to a grant from Neston Town Council, Hip & Harmony's very first Street Dance Team Overload' have been receiving more training each week, giving them the skills to enter the competition world.
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Published: Mon, 14/05/2018 08:53
The Friends of Hadlow Road Station in Willaston have been busy again. Hilary Booth updates us on what's been going on.
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Published: Mon, 14/05/2018 08:47
Colin Jerrett writes in on behalf of Willaston & South Wirral Rotary, after their recent anniversary celebrations.
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Published: Fri, 11/05/2018 09:18
On the afternoon of Wednesday May 9, there was coffee, cake and comedic poetry courtesy of an afternoon with Pam Ayres at Neston Cricket Club's Parkgate Clubhouse.
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Published: Wed, 09/05/2018 08:30
A capacity audience revelled in Friday's (4 May) concert of Opera Favourites at the United Reformed Church.
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Published: Tue, 08/05/2018 09:35
On March 17th. 32 people - and several dogs - took part in the traditional sponsored walk for Christian Aid, on a cold,windy and sometimes snowy day, with even more mud than usual!
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Published: Tue, 08/05/2018 09:24
Councillor Louise Gittins fills us in on the new pink poo campaign just launched in Neston.
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Published: Tue, 08/05/2018 09:08
Planning for the Carnival has been progressing brilliantly and we are pleased to announce that our event programme has now been finalised.
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Published: Sat, 05/05/2018 12:19
To celebrate the launch of our app, Neston Life, we ran a prize draw throughout April, with the chance to win a pair of tickets for the upcoming ParkgateFest.
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Published: Thu, 03/05/2018 10:31
At the AGM of Neston & District Chamber of Trade at the Brewers Arms on Wednesday 2nd May, a new committee was voted in.
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Published: Wed, 02/05/2018 09:07
The annual Neston and District Art Society (NADAS) show took place in the last week of April at Neston Town Hall.
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Published: Wed, 02/05/2018 08:16
AboutMyArea has been asked to assist Delsie Robinson Brigaitis who is seeking relatives from the Neston area.
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Published: Tue, 01/05/2018 16:42
Neston has a number of community events coming up this year, for which volunteers are needed.
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Published: Mon, 30/04/2018 14:21
A Liverpool man has admitted his involvement in a series of car and key burglaries across Cheshire and Merseyside, including the Neston area.
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Published: Mon, 30/04/2018 11:31
"Outstanding," was the audience verdict on the diverse programme enjoyed at Neston's Parish Church when Rotary Young Musicians district finalists entertained on Friday 27 April.
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Published: Mon, 30/04/2018 08:58
A credit card was found on Parkgate Road in Neston on Friday 27th April at around 7pm.
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Published: Sun, 29/04/2018 12:16
The Brewers Arms in Neston is hiring!
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Published: Fri, 27/04/2018 10:05
Headteacher Mrs Roberts reports on Bishop Wilson Primary School's recent activities.
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Published: Thu, 26/04/2018 12:09
Cheshire West and Chester Councillor for Little Neston and Burton, Nigel Jones, writes to AboutMyArea to pass on information about a flood problem in New Houses Lane, Neston.
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Published: Wed, 25/04/2018 16:58
This key has been found on the Wirral Way today, Weds 25th April.
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Published: Wed, 25/04/2018 10:39
10% of Cheshire-based EA Technology's staff will be running 13.1 miles to raise money for Maggie's Centres.
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Published: Tue, 24/04/2018 15:51
A blend of youth and experience can be heard this weekend as part of Neston Music Festival.
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Published: Tue, 24/04/2018 09:43
To mark the centenary of the end of World War I, Cheshire West and Chester Council is encouraging schools and community groups to grow a Victory Garden.
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Published: Mon, 23/04/2018 15:11
Volunteers were left disappointed by damage caused at Neston Community Youth Centre on Saturday 21 April.
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Published: Sat, 21/04/2018 19:05
Officers searching for missing woman Jean Lloyd in the Neston area have recovered a body.
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Published: Fri, 20/04/2018 09:32
Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port & Neston has welcomed a new Labour policy to fund free bus travel for under 25 year olds across the country.
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Published: Wed, 18/04/2018 12:27
If you like dogs, have a child who needs to build up their reading confidence or are thinking of getting a dog and want to see how your child responds, then Neston Library can help.
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Published: Wed, 18/04/2018 11:17
Eight year 12 students at Neston High School, selected to become Mental Health First Aiders, successfully completed a training programme with CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services).
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Published: Tue, 17/04/2018 14:41
Residents of Willaston, Neston, are raising concerns over the proposed development of the former Willaston Royal British Legion Services Club site in Hooton Road into retirement apartments.
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Published: Tue, 17/04/2018 14:29
Neston police have arrested and charged a man in connection with four burglaries in Parkgate.
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Published: Tue, 17/04/2018 13:56
Ellesmere Port and Neston Work Zone are offering a free Confidence and Self Esteem Course on Monday 23, Tuesday 24, Thursday 26 and Friday 27 April for anyone who is claiming benefits and is being held back by their confidence.
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Published: Tue, 17/04/2018 12:05
Hawk, the women's clothes and accessories boutique in Brook Street Neston, has some fabulous new stock in for Spring.
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Published: Tue, 17/04/2018 10:00
Brio Leisure has proudly re-opened the doors to Neston Recreation Centre following a £2.2m refurbishment programme.
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Published: Tue, 17/04/2018 09:23
Cheshire West and Chester Council and Active Cheshire are pleased to announce the launch of the annual West Cheshire Walking Festival, taking place throughout the month of May.
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Published: Mon, 16/04/2018 13:39
Neston's Music Festival got off to cracking start with a sell-out concert at the Civic Hall. More events coming up this weekend, so don't miss out!
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Published: Wed, 11/04/2018 09:55
Now is the perfect time to discover one of the best bluebell woodlands in the region - at RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands, near Neston.
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Published: Tue, 10/04/2018 11:51
Offenders carrying out Community Payback along an idyllic stretch of disused railway in the Neston area have been praised by Cheshire West and Chester Council for improving the popular path.
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Published: Tue, 10/04/2018 10:22
SMC plan on bringing the BIG Beasts out again at this year's ParkgateFest, and more of them!
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Published: Mon, 09/04/2018 12:44
Sytchcroft Park in Neston is to be transformed by a new play area and attractive landscaping. Plans are available to view now.
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Published: Mon, 09/04/2018 12:36
Parkgate and Neston URC Women's Guild were delighted with a recent visit from the charity Blood Bikers, involving men in leather plus a bike!
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Published: Mon, 09/04/2018 10:46
Local Willaston resident Margaret Smyth will be fundraising for injured service personnel by taking part in the Western Front Trek this September.
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Published: Mon, 09/04/2018 10:26
This weekend sees the start of the Neston Music Festival, kicking off with the fabulous Brownfield Byrne Hot Six at Neston Civic Hall.
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Published: Fri, 06/04/2018 12:17
Are you in one of these photos, or do you know someone who is? Get in touch.
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Published: Fri, 06/04/2018 09:11
A chimney on a house in Well Lane, Ness, caught fire on the evening of Thursday April 5.
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Published: Thu, 05/04/2018 12:33
It was excitement all round at the end of half term at Little Gems Pre-School in Mellock Lane, Neston.
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Published: Wed, 04/04/2018 12:36
Thanks to the generosity of the residents of Willaston, the Rotary Club made their first donation of the year in March.
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Published: Wed, 04/04/2018 10:58
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (CWP) has launched a new advice line for young people, parents/carers and organisations across Cheshire and Wirral who may have concerns about a young person's mental health.
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Published: Tue, 03/04/2018 11:45
Neston once again held a special Easter-themed market on Good Friday, with a children's bonnet competition proving particularly colourful.
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Published: Tue, 03/04/2018 10:45
Ness Gardens has announced the winners in this year's Photography Competition, which attracted over 300 entries.
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Published: Tue, 03/04/2018 09:03
It has been announced that this year's ParkgateFest will feature a display of stunning cars from Morgan Sports Car Club.
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Published: Tue, 03/04/2018 08:53
1st Ness Brownies visited Number 10 Downing Street recently, during a Brownie trip to London.
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Published: Sun, 01/04/2018 07:05
Brio Leisure will open its doors to the new-look Neston Recreation Centre on Tuesday, April 17 and welcome residents back following a multi-million-pound facelift.
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Published: Thu, 29/03/2018 13:38
A number of burglaries were carried out on the night of Monday 26th March into the early hours of Tuesday 27th March.
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Published: Thu, 29/03/2018 13:35
Members of the public are advised that a proposal has been made to reduce the speed limit to 40mph on certain roads in the Neston area.
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Published: Wed, 28/03/2018 20:05
Creative Touch Nails and Beauty in Neston has taken top honours as 'Nail Salon of the Year' at the 2018 English Hair and Beauty Awards.
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Published: Wed, 28/03/2018 20:05
Travel writer the Bald Hiker, otherwise known as Paul Steele, is swapping his usual foreign jaunts for something closer to home this week when he embarks on a coastal walk of the Dee Estuary.
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Published: Wed, 28/03/2018 20:04
Children in Years 3 and 4 at Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton recently enjoyed a couple of days on a residential visit to The Barnstondale Centre.
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Published: Tue, 27/03/2018 10:02
This Easter Sunday, celebrate with the family at Elephant Pizzeria and Bar in Neston, where Kids Eat Free!
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Published: Mon, 26/03/2018 16:57
Detectives are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a 26-year-old man was seriously assaulted at a block of flats in Neston.
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Published: Mon, 26/03/2018 12:09
Grants totalling over £50k have been awarded by the Neston and District Community Fund, established in 2015.
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Published: Mon, 26/03/2018 10:13
Friends of Hadlow Road Station was established in December 2014 following a village consultation for the Willaston District Community Plan which identified a number of activities that were required at Hadlow Road Station.
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Published: Mon, 26/03/2018 09:54
Some of Neston's finest ukulele players gathered at Sainsbury's last weekend to raise money for Sport Relief.
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Published: Mon, 26/03/2018 09:44
Parkgate Primary School recently held a sports week in the lead up to Sport Relief.
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Published: Sun, 25/03/2018 14:02
A commemorative stone to honour Victoria Cross recipient Christopher Bushell has been laid in Neston.
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Published: Thu, 22/03/2018 09:38
Pupils and staff at Neston Primary School wore odd socks to show their support for World Down Syndrome Day recently.
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Published: Thu, 22/03/2018 08:05
The annual Neston Ladies Club Day will once again be enhanced by a programme of live entertainment in the town centre.
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Published: Wed, 21/03/2018 09:20
On Saturday March 17th, 32 people and several dogs took part in the traditional Christian Aid sponsored walk from Neston to Gayton and back.
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Published: Wed, 21/03/2018 09:14
Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, praised constituents for taking matters into their own hands to deliver superfast broadband to their homes.
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Published: Wed, 21/03/2018 09:08
At this week's meeting of Neston Rotary Club, speakers attended from World Bicycle Relief.
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Published: Mon, 19/03/2018 14:01
Fairtrade chocolate, dried fruit, nuts and honey were just some of the produce enjoyed by shoppers at Neston Market recently.
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Published: Mon, 19/03/2018 10:06
A Spring Ball at Thornton Hall Hotel took place on Saturday 10th March, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of a school in Sierra Leone run by Neston based charity OAKS.
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Published: Mon, 19/03/2018 09:28
As reported here on AboutMyArea Neston last month, a brave group of customers at The Wheatsheaf in Ness recently bared (nearly) all for charity.
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Published: Fri, 16/03/2018 08:51
Martin Barker - a Neston Town Councillor who also represents Parkgate on Cheshire West and Chester Council (CWaC) - is delighted that his efforts to respond to requests from local people to improve Manorial Road footpath have been successful.
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Published: Thu, 15/03/2018 15:30
Walkers, cyclists, runners and dogs have had a few problems recently, navigating the mud banks building up on the Wirral Way in the Neston area.
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Published: Thu, 15/03/2018 15:18
Following their success in Round 1 of the Neston Schools Basketball competition, the boys from St Winefride's RC Primary moved onto Round 2.
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Published: Wed, 14/03/2018 12:24
Are you a string player looking for an orchestra? If so, Chester Sinfonia are looking for you!
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Published: Tue, 13/03/2018 13:07
Developers McCarthy & Stone have recently acquired an interest in land off Hooton Road in Willaston - the former Royal British Legion Club.
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Published: Tue, 13/03/2018 08:56
Parkgate Primary School recently enjoyed a visit from Chester Zoo's Safari Rangers.
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Published: Mon, 12/03/2018 13:51
The Friends of West Vale Park in Neston were recently given a grant of £1500 by Neston Town Council.
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Published: Mon, 12/03/2018 09:31
Neston's free sports programme has been extended thanks to a further grant from the National Lottery Awards for All fund.
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Published: Mon, 12/03/2018 08:55
Brian MacDonald would like to thank all of you who recently donated used postage stamps for the national charity Muscular Dystrophy, following an appeal on AboutMyArea Neston before Christmas.
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Published: Fri, 09/03/2018 17:00
ParkgateFest 2018 will be taking place on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd June 2018, in fields behind Boathouse Lane. Once again, there will be a musical line-up to please all ears.
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Published: Fri, 09/03/2018 12:06
Little Neston & Burton Councillor Nigel Jones has expressed his amazement at the selfish behaviour of a minority of dog owners in his ward.
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Published: Fri, 09/03/2018 08:03
Determined villagers are celebrating the start of months-long digging work to deliver a superfast broadband network to their remote homes.
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Published: Fri, 09/03/2018 08:03
Neston Nomads are working with Neston High School to secure funding from the Football Association to replace one of the grass pitches with a 4G pitch with lights and perimeter fencing.
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Published: Fri, 09/03/2018 08:03
Theres a lovely range of indoor and outdoor plants available at Marsh Nurseries in Parkgate.
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Published: Fri, 09/03/2018 08:02
The independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England has published its final recommendations for new electoral arrangements for Cheshire West and Chester Council.
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Published: Fri, 09/03/2018 08:01
Chris Hampshire, Chair of the Friends of Hadlow Road Station in Willaston, updates us on what's been happening lately.
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Published: Thu, 08/03/2018 06:57
When Maurice Rigby announced he was to retire after some 55 years in the barbers' business, he said he did not want any fuss. Of course, that means he got plenty!
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Published: Thu, 08/03/2018 06:56
Schools in the Neston area found various ways to celebrate World Book Day recently.
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Published: Mon, 05/03/2018 14:15
From Thursday 8 March, you will be able to download, FREE, a brand new app - Neston Life.
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Published: Mon, 05/03/2018 12:09
Due to popular demand, Hip & Harmony CIC are delighted to announce that there will be three new Street Dance classes starting after the Easter school holidays.
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Published: Fri, 02/03/2018 14:12
On Tuesday 27th February 2018 pupils from Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton, Neston, competed against five other schools in a maths quiz final.
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Published: Fri, 02/03/2018 09:29
Popular barber Maurice Rigby is retiring after nearly 55 years working at his salon next to Jackson's Tower by the Cross in Neston.
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Published: Thu, 01/03/2018 15:50
Motorists are scratching their heads in Neston, as a new 20mph scheme has raised concerns.
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Published: Thu, 01/03/2018 14:51
Parkgate Primary School has been shortlisted to receive a cash award from Tesco to put towards improving the school's outdoor play area.
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Published: Thu, 01/03/2018 12:22
Award winning children's book illustrator Lucy Letherland visited Neston Primary School recently, as part of the school's recent literacy award.
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Published: Wed, 28/02/2018 14:42
Does your dog deserve the same fun that PetPals dogs have?
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Published: Wed, 28/02/2018 08:46
The Snowdrop Festival at Briarfield Garden in Burton last weekend proved very popular with visitors.
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Published: Tue, 27/02/2018 15:45
WKLOS (West Kirby Light Opera Society) and the Wallasey School of Ballet recently performed two wonderfully entertaining concerts of song and dance numbers from the most popular Broadway and West End Shows.
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Published: Tue, 27/02/2018 14:08
Two teenagers who have brought fear and misery to residents and businesses in Neston through persistent anti-social behaviour have been handed criminal behaviour orders.
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Published: Tue, 27/02/2018 09:28
An hilarious evening of entertainment at Neston Civic Hall recently resulted in a donation of nearly £7000 to the Alzheimer's Society.
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Published: Mon, 26/02/2018 10:18
Would you like a chance to learn about and help protect the wildlife of this important conservation site? Join the Dee Estuary team and meet new like-minded people whilst gaining hands on experience of bird species protection.
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Published: Mon, 26/02/2018 10:09
The UKs small business community is still worryingly unprepared for new data protection regulations, according to new research from the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).
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Published: Fri, 23/02/2018 11:15
Young residents in Willaston are celebrating the latest improvements to the village's main play area.
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Published: Fri, 23/02/2018 10:22
We are a small group of retired professional men who form the local Model Railway Club in Neston and are seeking new premises from which to operate.
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Published: Wed, 21/02/2018 13:31
Improvements to the junction of the A540 and Raby Park Road in Neston are taking place this week, following a campaign supported by Justin Madders MP and Neston Town Council.
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Published: Mon, 19/02/2018 13:57
Year 6 pupils at Neston Primary School recently took part in their week long residential trip to Conway in North Wales.
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Published: Mon, 19/02/2018 13:47
Gareth Prytherch, Manager of Neston Community Youth Centre, writes to update local residents on the services available to them.
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Published: Mon, 19/02/2018 13:34
Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, is calling for nominees to enter into a special awards programme being organised to mark the 70th birthday of the NHS.
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Published: Mon, 19/02/2018 13:26
Local community groups are being invited to apply for funding from the People's Postcode Trust.
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Published: Mon, 19/02/2018 09:18
NE Singers were delighted to present Northern Lights Children's Charity with a cheque for £537 recently, the proceeds from a Christmas carol concert in the Parish Church in December and carol singing in Neston Market Square.
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Published: Thu, 15/02/2018 11:50
A fabulous video created as a birthday gift for Thomas Bushell.
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Published: Thu, 15/02/2018 10:15
Children in Years 5 and 6 at Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton attended a Music 4 Life Workshop this week, culminating in an evening concert for parents.
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Published: Wed, 14/02/2018 12:35
A borough-wide play strategy setting out the Council's vision for all play areas across the borough has been produced by Cheshire West and Chester Council.
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Published: Wed, 14/02/2018 07:48
Tickets for the much-anticipated ParkgateFest 2018 are on sale now..and if you book early, you could win a fantastic prize.
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Published: Tue, 13/02/2018 14:07
Soundstate are a four piece alternative rock group from the Neston / North Wales area who have recently released a new album.
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Published: Mon, 12/02/2018 15:56
Landlord of the Brewers Arms in Neston, Paul Smith, has recently acquired the Free House lease to the pub, allowing him to stock a range of drinks that is sure to please everyone.
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Published: Thu, 08/02/2018 09:31
Ness Botanic Gardens has announced that they have agreed a partnership with Burton-based Dovecote Nurseries, who will run the plant sales area on an exclusive basis.
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Published: Wed, 07/02/2018 11:48
Cheshire West and Chester Council has been awarded £445,141 of funding to help tackle potholes in the borough from the Department of Transport's Pothole Action Fund.
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Published: Wed, 07/02/2018 08:00
A dream became a reality last June, when the first ever ParkgateFest took place and brought over 5000 people together for fun in the sun. Now it's happening again....
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Published: Tue, 06/02/2018 11:27
Pupils at Bishop Wilson CE Primary School in Burton, Neston, were very excited to welcome GB Paralympic Footballer Roy Turnham to school recently.
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Published: Tue, 06/02/2018 09:26
Parkgate Primary School is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2018 and the PTA would love to hear from former pupils, staff and parents.
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Published: Tue, 06/02/2018 09:18
Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston and Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Social Mobility, was delighted to host the launch of newly registered charity The Social Mobility Business Partnership' (SMBP) recently.
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Published: Sun, 04/02/2018 18:31
Currently in Neston and on the Wirral we are seeing huge numbers of dogs with gastrointestinal disease, and have seen an unusually high number of very sick dogs requiring IV antibiotics and fluid therapy.
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Published: Sat, 03/02/2018 11:09
In Parliament this week, Neston MP Justin Madders called on the Government to provide an update on their plans for the Wrexham to Bidston, after the Chancellor committed to funding a business case for improvements in the Budget.
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Published: Thu, 01/02/2018 09:49
To allow ongoing maintenance of the cemeteries and crematorium grounds managed by Cheshire West and Chester Council, grave owners and visitors are asked to remove all Christmas tributes and wreaths by Friday 16 February.
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Published: Wed, 31/01/2018 12:24
A number of flags designed for Antarctica Day' by the pupils at Neston Primary School are now on display at the post office at Port Lockroy, Antarctica.
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Published: Wed, 31/01/2018 10:26
After the RSPB Dee Estuary reserve's long-serving site manager Colin Wells retired in the autumn, the perfect candidate to succeed him has been found.
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Published: Wed, 31/01/2018 08:06
Over the past seven days there have been two offences of robbery reported to police in Neston.
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Published: Tue, 30/01/2018 11:19
Significant efforts made by local volunteers, the train operator and Neston Town Council have been recognised at the Chester Best Kept Station Awards.
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Published: Mon, 29/01/2018 09:58
Edward Peak, musicologist and conductor of Orchestra dell'Arte, writes to AboutMyArea Neston about the year ahead and brings us some insight into his work as an arranger and composer.
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Published: Mon, 29/01/2018 09:46
The Wirral Scouts & Guides Charity Christmas Post has now completed its audit process of the 2017 scheme.
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Published: Mon, 29/01/2018 09:38
Having seen this photo taken at Parkgate's play area recently, posted by local resident Amanda Wheatley on AboutMyArea's Facebook page, Cheshire West & Chester Ward Councillor for Parkgate, Martin Barker, asked officers to act.
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Published: Thu, 25/01/2018 09:52
Rotakids at Neston's St Winefride's RC Primary School put on their best purple outfits recently.
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Published: Wed, 24/01/2018 13:41
Neston Town Council have announced that they will be requesting a slightly higher precept from the borough council for 2018/19.
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Published: Wed, 24/01/2018 13:33
Coral Jade Hair & Beauty in Little Neston has made it through to the shortlisted final 7 for Best Hair Salon at the upcoming Liverpool Urban Hair Show.
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Published: Tue, 23/01/2018 12:06
Linore White, owner of Creative Touch Nails & Beauty in Bridge Street, Neston, is celebrating after finding out the salon has been shortlisted for 'Nail Salon of the Year' at the English Hair and Beauty Awards.
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Published: Tue, 23/01/2018 11:29
Children in Years 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 at Bishop Wilson Primary School in Burton, Neston, have started a 10-week sign language course developed by Deaf Active.
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Published: Tue, 23/01/2018 09:39
There are hundreds of homeless and unwanted cats in Neston and across South Wirral who need help and shelter in this cold winter.
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Published: Tue, 23/01/2018 09:32
At their AGM in January Neston Flower Society handed over proceeds from their Christmas Coffee Morning and their Christmas Demonstration at Gordale Garden Centre to several local charities.
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Published: Mon, 22/01/2018 12:11
Cheshire Constabulary is taking part in a national week of action against drivers who use their mobile phone at the wheel.
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Published: Mon, 22/01/2018 09:47
A membership window is now open - no experience necessary and no audition, you just need to be able to sing in tune.
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Published: Mon, 22/01/2018 09:28
Pupils and staff from Neston Primary School were recently invited to present their work at the national STEM Centre at York University.
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Published: Fri, 19/01/2018 09:24
Cheshire West and Chester Council's Trading Standards officers are advising residents of a council tax scam.
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Published: Thu, 18/01/2018 10:01
Cheshire West and Chester Council is proposing a 4.99% council tax increase to meet budget plans.
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Published: Wed, 17/01/2018 08:39
Monday 15th January 2018 saw the launch of the Parents' Parking Charter at Woodfall Primary and Nursery School.
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Published: Tue, 16/01/2018 17:41
Neston Community Youth Centre are carrying out a text survey and would appreciate your help.
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Published: Mon, 15/01/2018 13:32
The high tides on 3rd and 4th January brought in a huge amount of plastic and timber which had been left behind as the tides retreated.
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Published: Wed, 10/01/2018 08:50
Neston's NE Singers are looking for fresh voices to join them for their Spring and Summer programme.
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Published: Mon, 08/01/2018 16:05
A further blow to the workforce at Vauxhall Ellesmere Port came today, with the announcement of a further 250 jobs to be lost, on top of the 400 announced last Autumn.
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Published: Mon, 08/01/2018 10:34
Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner David Keane has launched a new countywide consultation on Cheshire's police precept, the results of which could have significant ramifications for the force's future.
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Published: Mon, 08/01/2018 10:17
Chris Hampshire, Chair of the Friends of Hadlow Road Station, give us his latest update.
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Published: Fri, 05/01/2018 11:12
A care service in Neston is supporting a young man to lose weight by helping him to improve his cooking skills and to do more exercise.
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Published: Thu, 04/01/2018 09:27
Good planning is vital if business owners are to give themselves the best chance of success, according to a leading chartered accountant based in Neston.
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Published: Thu, 04/01/2018 07:45
Do you love dogs (& cats)? Are you fed up sitting in an office? Do you love being outdoors?
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Published: Wed, 03/01/2018 08:19
Storm Eleanor took its toll last night in Neston, with gale force winds bringing down the Christmas tree at the Cross.
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Published: Tue, 02/01/2018 10:14
Three sixth form students from Neston High School have bagged a £1000 prize in the Business Enterprise Competition run by finance company Together, in Cheadle.
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Published: Tue, 02/01/2018 09:00
April and May will be full of music in Neston. A revived, and extended, Neston Music Festival is being planned in various venues across the town.
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Published: Tue, 02/01/2018 08:52
Neston High held their annual Senior Citizens' Christmas afternoon just before the end of term.
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Published: Tue, 02/01/2018 08:39
Louise Irvine, one of the organisers of Neston's Community Christmas Dinner, reports back on another successful event.
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