I’d like to hear from all residents of St Barnabas ward – including those on Frank Webb Avenue, Badger Avenue, Kettell Avenue, Darlington Avenue and surrounding streets – about the roadside trees and how they may be affecting you Tree maintenance has been a persistent issue in our area for some time. Unfortunately, Cheshire East…
Category: Help & Advice
Helping St Barnabas Residents Improve Their Financial Health
I understand that many households are facing increasing financial pressures, especially when it comes to managing bills, benefits and everyday essentials. I would like to share that The Financial Welfare Team is offering free, confidential support to residents across the borough. Whether someone is unsure if they’re receiving all the benefits they’re entitled to, or…
Living Well Bus – Free Drop-In Health Checks This Thursday 26th June at Underwood West Academy, Crewe
I’m pleased to share that I’ve arranged for the NHS Living Well Bus to visit Underwood West Academy, Newcastle Street, Crewe, CW1 3LF, on Thursday 26th June, from 12.30pm to 4.00pm. This visit is part of an ongoing effort to make health and wellbeing services more accessible to residents, right in the heart of our…
Working Together for a Safer Crewe St Barnabas: Meeting with the Police and Crime Commissioner
On Monday, I had a very constructive meeting with Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner Dan Price and Inspector Josh Jones from Crewe Police. I want to thank both Dan and Josh for taking the time to meet and listen to the concerns raised by residents. Together, we discussed the feedback many of you kindly shared…
Free employment Support at Crewe Library every Tuesday
Springboard’s Work Hub operates every Tuesday at Crewe Library, offering a free, appointment-based service to adults aged 19 and over. This invaluable support helps individuals improve their work-related skills and explore new employment opportunities. Location and Hours: 📍 Crewe Library, Lifestyle Centre, Moss Square, Crewe, CW1 2BB 🕘 Drop-in Session: 9:30–10:00 🕙 Appointments: 10:00–12:00 (initial…
CGL – Free Support for Drug and Alcohol Recovery in Crewe
If you or someone you know is struggling with drug or alcohol use, there is free and confidential support available locally in Crewe. Change Grow Live provides personalised care designed to meet individual needs. Whether you prefer to attend workshops, structured group sessions, or one-to-one meetings, their dedicated team will tailor the support to suit…
Business Rates – What it means for our town centres in Crewe & Nantwich
I’m regularly contacted by residents and local business owners who are worried about the rising costs of doing business, especially when it comes to business rates. It’s an issue that directly affects the vibrancy and sustainability of our town centres, and it’s easy to understand why it causes such concern. The Chancellor recently announced a…
Supporting Our Armed Forces Community: Recruitment & Engagement Event at Crewe Market Hall – update and exhibitors list
I was delighted to attend the recent Armed Forces recruitment and engagement event held at Crewe Market Hall – a fantastic venue that brought together members of our local community, service organisations, and businesses all committed to supporting the Armed Forces community. I was joined by the newly elected Mayor of Cheshire East, Councillor David…
Help Rebuild the Heart of Crewe: Grants Up to £30K
Let’s Bring Crewe Town Centre to Life If you’ve ever said, “Crewe needs more shops, cafés, or things to do” – now’s your chance to make it happen. A new initiative, Open in Crewe, is offering capital grants of up to £30,000 to support local businesses, community groups, and charities in setting up shop in…
Coming soon Changing Lives Together – The ReUse Warehouse Crewe
A new community initiative called Changing Lives Together will soon be opening in Crewe, offering valuable one-to-one support on a no-referral basis. The service will be available not only to residents of Crewe but also to those in the surrounding areas. It will be based at the former Post Office/WHS building in the precinct. Changing…
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