Handforth26 Nov 2024Parish councils to pay for longer library hoursParish and town councils in Cheshire are to contribute towards keeping libraries open longer.26 Nov 2024Manchester13 Nov 2024Controversial parking charges to come in next monthThe plans to bring in charges led to protests in some areas and outside council meetings.13 Nov 2024England22 May 2024'Strong concern' over potential library closures22 May 2024Manchester10 May 2024Neglect and failures contributed to inmate's death, jury findsFailings by staff at HMP Styal contributed to Christine McDonald's death, an inquest jury concludes.10 May 2024England27 Mar 2024Village memorial for soldier killed in AfghanistanLance Corporal Jamie Webb from Handforth was killed in Helmand Province on 26 March 2013, aged 2427 Mar 2024Manchester17 Jan 2024More savings needed despite parking fees planMeasures considered by Cheshire East Council include introducing charges in some towns and villages.17 Jan 2024England18 Dec 2023Three men jailed over road race crash deathThe men were jailed for causing death by dangerous driving in their absence after failing to appear in court.18 Dec 2023Manchester24 Aug 2023Train operator re-records mispronounced stationsLocals have helped Northern after the firm received complaints about stations pronounced incorrectly.24 Aug 2023England13 Jan 2023Plans for new village with 1,500 homes approvedThe village, near Handforth in Cheshire, is to feature a pub, restaurants, shops and a hall.13 Jan 2023Manchester