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Dear all,

See below for an event in Crewe that may be of interest to local residents.
Thank you,
Joana Oliveira

Pint of Science at Tom's Tap

Wednesday 15 May (7:30-9pm)

For the first time, the Pint of Science phenomenon is coming to Crewe, and what better place than Tom's Tap! Keele University scientists Tom Foster, Charlotte Loy, Dmitry Kishkinev and Jacco van Loon (Audlem resident) will entertain, and perhaps surprise, you with interesting and fun gigs about bones, birds, viruses and Life (in the Universe), with a chance to win a Pint of Science glass.

Tickets are £5 and purchased online only (up until the start of the show, unless sold out):
look under "Stoke-on-Trent and Crewe"

I can't believe I'm writing this, but hoping it'll help save another dogs life. We sadly lost our gorgeous 4 year old springer spaniel, Angus to xylitol poisoning in an outdoor cafe on Monday. It's an artificial sweetener which is toxic to dogs in terrifyingly small quantities. We think the contents of someone's drink got poured/tipped onto the floor and our dog ingested some. He collapsed and started having seizures within 30 minutes and died a few hours later despite intensive care from the emergency vet. It was a truly horrific experience for my whole family and we are utterly devastated.

Xylitol is also found in a number of foods such as chewing gum, peanut butter and baked goods (sometimes labelled as low sugar or sugar free). It also has other names such as birch sugar. It is becoming more common in the UK, but people aren't aware of its toxicity to dogs. It causes catastrophic low blood sugar levels and sometimes liver failure.

Please, please be careful when using artificial sweeteners and dispose of your drinks carefully. Also be aware of xylitol and its other names which can be found in a wide variety of foods, including peanut butter, which Angus loved.

Please tell everyone you know about xylitol and let's protect our dogs from this toxin.

Thank you Celia for your kind mention. – My sister, Janet, grew up in Audlem. First attending the local primary school (then on Cheshire Street), then attending Nantwich and Acton Grammar School (now Malbank). During this time, she was living above our family's shop; Williams of Audlem, on Shropshire Street. One of 3 daughters, and 1 son (decd.) of the late Derek McKelvey, and the still very vibrant, 93 year old, Megan McKelvey. Luckily for me, Janet wasn't interested in retail, and after attaining her degree at Aberystwth University, and a short spell working at Keele University, she pursued her passion, of working in the field of ecology, with Shropshire Wildlife Trust.
Wishing you a very "Happy Retirement" Janet !
Judy Evans (her sister) – Williams of Audlem

My Shropshire wildlife magazine has a full page featuring Jan formerly a local girl who has retired after 35 years with them. She credits her interest in wildlife much to the local environment she grew up in.

There is no box beside the plants for us to pay! We have taken I plant but need to find a way to pay
We bought and paid for a plant yesterday when the box was there.
lizziedrippingnb@gmail.com

Hello Peter, I may be able to help, if you'd like to contact me on 07368244593, Rhys

Does anyone know of a reliable mobile mechanic who will come to Hatherton to fix my car?

Hi, does anyone have an update on when the weaver bridge will be open?

I feel where there's no-one actually working on the bridge, businesses should be able to claim in some way. The council should be ashamed of their slap dash attitude. Some years ago an extremely long bridge collapsed in Japan. It was rebuilt and functional 5 day's later. This is inexcusable.

Date line Tuesday 30th April- Traffic lights now at the junction of Heywoods Ridge and the Whitchurch Road 2x men replacing 3x rows of 6 bricks all done by c2.45pm Tues. Wednesday 1St May lights still up and working But NO traffic as the Bridge 100 yds away still closed to all traffic no one working on Bridge, Traffic keeps coming down the hill passing all the signs from Burleydam & Coole lane- turning round and going back you could not make it up!!

Nice one Steph, so refreshing to see both yours and Colin's witticisms in AOL. Really looking forward to teaming up with Colin when he takes on the role of compere at the Audlem Charity Shop Quiz at the the Village Hall on Saturday 18th May. No doubt I'll be on the receiving end......

Congratulations, Colin Cliffe! You've reached your pinnacle by scaling the Cliffe of success!

We have always found Bruce at Adderley Garage helpful and reliable Tel: 01630 654 894 – Also it's quite near Audlem.

Try Ed at Wybunbury Garage 841028

I have used Crescent Garage Nantwich for 50 years and have no hesitation in recommending them. A small reliable family business. Give Dave a ring on 624070

Steve Raines https://steverainesautoservice.co.uk/

We have used Mollards in Nantwich (back of Sainsbury's) for a number of years. Very efficient, courteous and reasonably priced. Rob Durham is the chap to contact. Email rd@mollardmotors.co.uk

Our back garden fence was damaged in the recent strong winds. Can anyone recommend a garden fence man?

We have used Bruce at Adderly Garage and have always been very satisfactory with work carried out and being kept up to date with repairs. Hope this helps.

Hi Julie
I fully recommend Matthew Salmon whose garage is in Pipe Gate.
Tel: 01630 647900

Market Drayton https://steverainesautoservice.co.uk/

We have used Adderly Garage, tel 01630 654894, we have always had good service from Bruce.

Adderley Garage. 2 miles out of the village. Recently had a new clutch fitted, excellent service.
They are very busy though you may have to wait a while. Ask for Bruce or Martin.

Just a note to confirm Steve the local Audlem Handyman is as good as his advert that he placed on AOL a few weeks ago.
I've used Steve twice now, the 2nd time an emergency that he reacted to and sorted immediately. Quality of work, communication, cost – all tick the favourable box.
Thoroughly recommend Steve.

Bruce at Adderley garage keeps our vehicles going. Courtesy cars to get back if arranged. 01630 654894