News in Congleton

Congleton's Eco Icon Cong Bear paid a visit to the town's Cop-op Bromley Road store, to thank them for all their hard work, which serves and helps the community through their projects.

The Co-op partnership gives £17million a year to worthwhile projects. Cong Bear is proud to be associated with the Co-op partnership.

Plans to convert agricultural buildings into three houses in Buglawton have been refused by Cheshire East Council.

Applicant, Mr Heath, who is the owner, submitted a change of use application to convert existing agricultural buildings into dwellings at Canalside Farm, Harvey Road, in Buglawton, Congleton.

Congleton residents are being reminded to take extra care to help keep themselves and others safe when visiting the re-opened pubs, bars and restaurants this weekend.

Last week hundreds of venues across the county reopened their doors, with more expected to follow this weekend.

Congleton's Boots Opticians retailer has reassured customers that contrary to yesterday's reports their shop, which is part of a "successful" three store franchise group will not be at risk of closure.

Nub News reported yesterday (Thursday) that the company announced that it will be cutting 4,000 jobs and closing 48 Boots Opticians stores.

A slimmer who transformed her life by losing 8st 5lbs is using her success to shape a whole new career by helping other people change their lives and achieve their weight loss dreams too.

Claire Woodward joined her local Slimming World group and dropped from a size 24 to a size 12.

CONGLETON's Boots Opticians could be at risk of closure after the company announced today (9th) that it will cutting 4,000 jobs and closing 48 Boots Opticians stores.

Boots UK says it is 'taking decisive action to mitigate the significant impact that Covid-19 has had on the business.'

Hightown Post Office has won the Local Hero category at the Post Office's 'We're Stronger Together' regional awards for the North West and North Wales region.

The awards recognise the efforts made by postmasters across the region to keep branches open during the Covid-19 pandemic and serving their local community.

Cheshire East Council has taken the decision to deliver an enhanced offer of adaptations that people can make in their own homes – supporting people to live independently.

The decision, which was made at the cabinet meeting on Tuesday, focused on continuing to use a framework approach to its installation of level access showers, and wet rooms for residents who need them most.

Here is a list of job opportunities that are currently available in and around Congleton.

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Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and recent wet weather, GRAHAM has confirmed the closure of Giantswood Lane has been extended.

Giantswood Lane, between Westlow Mere and Smithy Lane, Hulme Walfield, will remain closed until 7th August.