Matthew Hancock-Bruce

Cheshire

Editor @MacclesfieldNub | Previously chief reporter @NorthwichNews | Cardiff University & News Associates alumni | Email: [email protected]

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Everything you need to know as Macc-Pow comic art festival returns for 10th anniversary

1 week ago | macclesfield.nub.news | Matthew Hancock-Bruce

Macclesfield's popular comic art festival is just days away. Macc-Pow returns for its 10th anniversary next week. It promises to be bigger and better than ever, with venues all over Silktown getting involved in this year's festivities. Organiser Marc Jackson said: "We're fast approaching our 10th Macc-Pow!"We're really excited to have over 70 creators from the world of comics, here in Macclesfield.
Latest job vacancies in Macclesfield including town council and pawnbroker roles

1 week ago | macclesfield.nub.news | Matthew Hancock-Bruce

Every week, Macclesfield Nub News rounds up some of the latest job vacancies in town. Companies can advertise their vacancies, for a small fee, on our jobs board. Below you'll find a number of opportunities that have been listed this week. Fallibroome AcademyFallibroome Academy are hiring a finance administrator. This part-time role (20 hours per week across 39 weeks) involves providing 'excellent financial support at both academy and trust level'.
Congleton campaigner quizzes council on pavement parking ban proposals

1 week ago | congleton.nub.news | Matthew Hancock-Bruce

Cheshire East says it will wait for a decision from government before going ahead with any plans for a pavement parking ban. The highways and transport committee was asked about its plans to repair the borough's 'hazardous' pavements at Thursday night's (June 19) meeting, by Val Scaresbrook of Congleton Sustainable Travel.
New restaurant brings authentic South Indian cuisine to Macclesfield

1 week ago | macclesfield.nub.news | Matthew Hancock-Bruce

A new restaurant has brought the taste of Kerala to Macclesfield. Amazing India officially opened on Pickford Street last night, with the mayor on hand to cut the ribbon. Owner Joby Joy is excited for the journey ahead, having spared no expense in transforming the venue. He said: "We are not just any Indian restaurant where you go to eat food, we have a good vibe here. "This is a place to create memories. "We have made some massive changes and it's looking really lovely now.
Top tips for pet owners as temperatures in Macclesfield set to soar

1 week ago | macclesfield.nub.news | Matthew Hancock-Bruce

Pet owners are being warned to take care ahead of a weekend heatwave. Wright & Morten Vets have urged dog walkers in Macclesfield to be 'pro-active' to keep their furry friends safe in the sun. It comes as temperatures are set to rise as high as 29 degrees on Friday and Saturday (June 20 and 21).
Flag flown at half-mast as tributes paid to 'passionate' Cheshire East councillor

1 week ago | macclesfield.nub.news | Matthew Hancock-Bruce

Tributes have been paid to a 'kind and passionate' councillor. Cheshire East Council have today (June 19) announced the sudden passing of councillor Chris Hilliard. As a mark of respect, the council flag is being flown at half-mast at Macclesfield Town Hall and Cheshire East's main offices. A joint statement was released by leader and deputy leader of the council, Nick Mannion and Michael Gorman, and leader of the Conservative group, Stewart Gardiner.
School hosting 24-hour swimathon as youngsters gear up for Channel challenge

1 week ago | macclesfield.nub.news | Matthew Hancock-Bruce

Schoolchildren are preparing to swim the English Channel. This summer, Beech Hall School's Mencap Marvels relay swim team will attempt to swim from England to France to raise money for Mencap, a charity supporting people with learning disabilities. To get the fundraising ball rolling, they are inviting the public to take part in SwimFest, a 24-hour swimathon organised by Cherrie Taylor.
First look at Macclesfield FC's new executive lounge as club prepares for fresh challenge

1 week ago | macclesfield.nub.news | Matthew Hancock-Bruce

Macclesfield FC have shared a first glimpse of their new executive lounge. The Silkmen are busy preparing for life in the National League North. With this fresh challenge comes the need for further development both on and off the field, prompting the club to create a new executive lounge to offer matchday hospitality. Bob Trafford, head of commercial and sponsorships, said: "Over the last couple of years the club has grown fairly rapidly, not just on the pitch but in a commercial sense too.
What's on in Macclesfield this weekend including Summer Days Street Party

1 week ago | macclesfield.nub.news | Matthew Hancock-Bruce

What's On is brought to you by our sponsors, Wincle Beer. A heatwave is set to hit Macclesfield, with temperatures expected to reach the upper 20s this weekend. To help you make the most of the sun, we've put together a roundup of everything going on in and around town. Remember you can advertise your event FOR FREE on our What's On section and get it featured in next week's roundup.
Council respond to 'extremely dangerous' pothole flowers social media stunt

1 week ago | congleton.nub.news | Matthew Hancock-Bruce

The council say they are 'working hard' to fix potholes following a social media stunt. TikTokers Harry Harry Smith-Haggett and Jacob Kitton, owner of The Bin Guy Limited, recently took to the streets of Congleton to highlight the declining state of the town's roads. In a video shared to their combined 90,000-plus followers, the pair planted flowers in potholes as they called on Cheshire East Council to 'sort them out'.