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This is an update: Cheshire East came to inspect the leak in Cheshire Street promptly but they wrote "We have assessed the enquiry and the fault appears to be the responsibility of United Utilities. We have contacted them to investigate further and action as required."
So the problem has been returned to United Utilities who have already said it is ground water, therefore not their responsibility
I have bought a water test kit and there doesn't seem to be a huge difference between the leak and my water from tap, but I am no expert, is there anyone in the village who can read these things.

In a village that prides itself on community spirit, I find it sad when people only look at something solely from their own point of view. Having free parking again would; really help our struggling businesses (some of which, as predicted, have already been badly affected by these charges), secure the continued use of the playing field for village events (now currently under threat), promote the vital revenues needed for the Public Hall, annex clubs tennis courts, and gym, encourage tourism, incentivise people not to hog the limited on street parking spaces, and would stop disincetivising (often key) non resident workers who need to park in the village centre for their work. Certain village 'assets' you may not personally use (yet)- but that shouldn't exclude people from considering their contribution to society – especially their local society. And before anyone spouts 'it 's only £x or pence' – it matters not – the effects of parking charges are already tangible, and not in a good way.
I'm reminded of my father. Derek McKelvey, who always had the more expensive milk delivered by the milkman, despite living next door to the Coop (when it was on the site of the former bike shop). This was simply to do his part to ensure the service continued for the vulnerable and elderly village residents – many of whom relied on it. If you truly value your community we could all do with being a bit 'more Derek' in this life.

We did not want car parking charges so that people would not have to pay to visit village shops. The fact that there are spaces is not particularly relevant as visitors will still have to pay. The limited road parking soon gets filled up as locals currently try to avoid the charges. I strongly support the village agreeing a sensible rate with Cheshire East. It will help us villagers too for visits to the Doctors etc.

I also agree with Chris re car parking charges. I wouldn't expect people of, say, Alsager, Crewe or Nantwich to have to pay my car parking charges by having them added to their council tax bill, I'm 'happy' to pay on the door.

So, APC, please don't consider adding this charge to our Audlem council tax bills.

Hi Debra Holland, the company I have used for years is Home Aids, West Street Crewe, 01270 255386 Manager Darren.

I agree with Chris Jones re – village car parking charges being added to our council tax. I rarely ever use the car park and if I do I am happy to pay accordingly on the day. I don’t see why we should pay for the benefit of others.

Name Duncan's Appliance Repairs
Mobile +44 7967 189353

Does anyone know someone who could repair a dishwasher please.
Chris Fennell at Market Drayton who we would routinely go to is currently unavailable unfortunately.

Thank you

Can anyone recommend someone reasonably priced to
Clear out
Guttering please

Has somebody filled in a pond in the Aldelyme Court court area or gardens around?
I have had newts & toads visit my patio in last 48hrs ..

I would oppose this idea as I don't use the carpark I don't see why I should have to pay more Council Tax to support everyone else. You use it you pay for it. Under the current paying system I see more free spaces now when I walk through than I did when it was free, which surely is a benefit for visitors

Having traveled from Audlem to Crewe tip arriving at 4.36pm today Wednesday I found it shut. A queue of very angry residents one of which was in a fully loaded hire van having to reverse away. Expected a 6pm closure until the clocks change but no 4pm from the 1st today. Yet again Cheshire East fail to provide even a basic service for a high price. Closing at 4pm is a poor service.

Just read in chronicle that Alsager town council is asking their residents if they would pay extra council tax to keep their carparks free. They are proposing a contract with Cheshire East council for 5 years. I for one would prefer to pay a one off and not have the faff it is at present. Would Audlem Parish Council please consider?

There is a leak coming out of the Kerb stone in Cheshire Street out of the wide pavement almost opposite the Scout and Guide Hall. This was reported to United Utilities who came very promptly and said that it is untreated water, therefore ground water, so I presume not their responsibility. Now Cheshire East have been informed. Watch this space.

I believe that the engineer who services your boiler can do this.

Recommendations please for a local tradesman/woman to carry out gutter cleaning and a small roofing repair ( re attach loose facia board )

Hi, my name is Jonathan and I am a Mathematics Tutor living in Audlem. I have tutored the subject for three years and have a huge passion for the subject I have a first class Maths degree and also a QTS. I tutor the subject from KS2 to GCSE level and all age groups are welcome. I am willing to travel within a 20 mile radius to offer my services. My sessions run for an hour and I charge £40. Thank you, and I look forward to hearing from anyone who needs help with their Maths! Please email me or check out my website for further information: https://jonphodges.wixsite.com/tutoring

House insurance insisting on tank inspection any recommendations?

Aga man on 07832 279586

Does anyone know of an Aga engineer who will come to service our oil-fired appliance, please?
We will soon want to ‘fire it up’ but it needs to be serviced first.

Interesting to know about the weight restriction on the Nantwich – Whitchurch road. Any idea where the heavy traffic will be diverted through? Clue – Audlem!
We’ll see!!

I believe this will have a significant impact on the amount of heavy goods traffic through Audlem. Can CEC please consider suspending the parking charges on Cheshire Street Car Park during the time this weight restriction is in place. Maybe Audlem Parish Council could consider requesting this too. This would then hopefully reduce the number of cars being parked, mostly quite legally I must add, from Broadways to Boots.

Just wondering what route will be chosen for all the larger lorries wishing to travel between Nantwich and Whitchurch?

It’s never to early our order forms for Xmas are now out on the butcher counter and the cafe also have some new treats all at Longman’s farm shop and cafe Cw58dj

We're excited to share some fantastic news about Audlem SpeedWatch! Thanks to the incredible support from Audlemonline, we’ve welcomed three enthusiastic new volunteers to our team! Since joining our ranks, these dedicated individuals have already helped us identify 31 vehicles entering or leaving our village at speeds above the 30 mph limit. Their generous commitment of just one hour each week is a wonderful step towards making Audlem a safer place for everyone.

Consider the positive impact we could create with even more volunteers! Together, we can address those areas where residents have noticed vehicles speeding through our beautiful village. It's truly impressive that we haven’t had any serious incidents yet, but let’s keep up the momentum—safety is a shared responsibility!

If you can spare just one hour a week, we would be thrilled to have you on board! Feel free to reach out to me at gmacbrown@hotmail.com or call me at 07377623993 if you require more information.

Many thanks
George