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Hednesford Library to provide temporary relief
Published on Monday 20th February 2012 in Community and living news
Hednesford Library will provide temporary relief to shoppers in Hednesford by allowing members of the public to use its toilet facilities until the town’s new Tesco store opens its doors.
Budget decision deferred
Published on Thursday 16th February 2012 in Council budgets and spending news
The decision on setting Cannock Chase Council’s budget for 2012-13 was deferred at a meeting of Full Council on Wednesday 15th February.
Are you a Real Man?
Published on Wednesday 15th February 2012 in Community and living news
Cannock Chase Council has joined forces with Staffordshire Police, Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service and Staffordshire Women’s Aid to launch an innovative campaign tackling domestic violence.
Dealing with noise nuisance
Published on Tuesday 14th February 2012 in Environment and planning news
Noise nuisance can be a problem for us all. However, it is difficult to answer what is considered reasonable as what one person may think is unreasonable, another may believe is normal or acceptable.
Flytipper caught on CCTV
Published on Monday 13th February 2012 in Environment and planning news
A man who was captured on CCTV dumping plywood in a country lane has been ordered to pay over £1,000 following a successful prosecution by Cannock Chase Council.
Benefits team achieve top performance
Published on Tuesday 7th February 2012 in Benefits, Taxation & Advice news
Cannock Chase Council bosses are applauding the outstanding work of its benefits team. The team is celebrating after achieving top performance for its processing of benefits.
Working together gets results!
Published on Tuesday 7th February 2012 in Community and living news
Chase Community Safety Partnership launched a ‘Week of Action’ last week to address crime related issues and environmental improvements across Cannock Chase District.
Shed thieves are warned to keep out!
Published on Tuesday 7th February 2012 in Community and living news
Chase Community Safety Partnership is encouraging residents to check that their sheds and garages are secure after a series of break-ins across Cannock Chase District.
The Council's Proposed Budget from 2012-13
Published on Friday 3rd February 2012 in Council budgets and spending news
Cannock Chase Council’s Cabinet considered their proposed 2012/13 budget at a meeting last night (2nd February).
Adventures in Wonderland - half-term fun!
Published on Friday 3rd February 2012 in Leisure and Culture news
There’s lots of fun family activities over the half term holidays at the Museum of Cannock Chase, including arts and crafts, games and children’s trails, all inspired by the classic children’s book ‘Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland’.
Norton Canes Solar Panel Pilot Scheme
Published on Friday 3rd February 2012 in Housing news
Cannock Chase Council’s Cabinet agreed last night (2nd February), a revised course of action to ensure that the Norton Canes Solar Panel pilot scheme goes ahead despite the Government’s reduction in ‘Feed in Tariffs’.
Pre-Tenancy Police Checks
Published on Friday 3rd February 2012 in Housing news
Cannock Chase Council’s Cabinet agreed last night (2nd February) to introduce Police checks for all housing applicants before they are offered a Council tenancy or are nominated to a housing association. This will become effective from 1st April 2012.
Work begins on major new store in Hednesford
Published on Wednesday 1st February 2012 in Community and living news
Work has begun to make way for a major new Tesco store at St Modwen's new £50million Hednesford Gateway town centre.
Valentine's is just another day...
Published on Tuesday 31st January 2012 in Community and living news
Valentine’s Day should be about celebrating the love and affection between a couple. This will not be the case for some men and women living in Cannock Chase District this Valentine’s Day.
3G All Weather Grass Pitch Construction Starts!!
Published on Tuesday 31st January 2012 in Leisure and Culture news
Greenfields (Sport Surfaces) UK Limited have started work to create a full size 3rd generation artificial grass football pitch at Cardinal Griffin Catholic High School.
Bogus caller warning
Published on Friday 27th January 2012 in Community and living news
Staffordshire Police is warning people to be on their guard against suspicious callers at the door following a distraction-type burglary in Cannock
Electrical Fire Safety Week
Published on Wednesday 25th January 2012 in Community and living news
Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service have launched its Electrical Fire Safety Week.
Working together can really make a difference
Published on Wednesday 25th January 2012 in Community and living news
Cannock Chase Council is proud of its strong working relationships that it has developed with other local agencies.
New Leisure Partnership to start from 1st April 2012
Published on Wednesday 25th January 2012 in Leisure and Culture news
Finalising legal and contractual arrangements between the Council and WLCT will mean a short delay in the handover of the management responsibilies for culture and leisure services.
Campaign reduces alcohol-related violence
Published on Wednesday 25th January 2012 in Community and living news
Council bosses are haling the success of a partnership campaign that was launched over the Christmas period.
Streetscene contractor goes into administration
Published on Wednesday 25th January 2012 in Environment and planning news
The Council was advised on Monday that its streetscene contractor Fountains PLC had gone into administration.
Smiles of fun at the Museum of Cannock Chase
Published on Friday 20th January 2012 in Leisure and Culture news
To help get ready for an action-packed half term of children’s activities in February, the Museum of Cannock Chase is holding a special photo competition.
New exhibition at museum
Published on Thursday 19th January 2012 in Leisure and Culture news
Works by local artist Margaret Young will be on display at the Museum of Cannock Chase in the first show of the year to feature in the Coffee Shop gallery.
New Profiles Health and Fitness Centre on the way
Published on Wednesday 18th January 2012 in Leisure and Culture news
Chase Leisure Centre will be closed for four days in early February to allow the installation of brand new health and fitness centre called “Profiles”.
Tesco agree Hednesford deal
Published on Wednesday 18th January 2012 in Community and living news
The redevelopment of Hednesford town centre has taken a big step forward after a formal agreement was reached with Tesco for a foodstore at the Victoria Shopping Park.
Leadership welcomes HS2
Published on Tuesday 10th January 2012 in Transport and streets news
Cannock Chase Council's Leader Cllr George Adamson has welcomed the announcement approving proposals for a high speed rail link between London and Birmingham.
Survey provides clean bill of health
Published on Thursday 5th January 2012 in Environment and planning news
The results of a contaminated land survey on the Eastgate and Westgate estates in Rawnsley has revealed no cause for concern over contaminants from former landfill sites.
Hednesford Park revamp moves a step closer
Published on Wednesday 21st December 2011 in Leisure and Culture news
A major redevelopment of Hednesford Park has taken a big step forward with the news of initial support for the project from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) and the Big Lottery Fund (BIG).
Consultation extended on housing plans
Published on Tuesday 20th December 2011 in Environment and planning news
Council officers have extended the deadline for residents to air their views on plans to build up to 700 homes at land west of Pye Green Road in Hednesford.
Flashmob is captured in town centres
Published on Monday 19th December 2011 in Community and living news
Night-time revellers in Cannock and Rugeley were pleasantly surprised by the appearance of a flashmob this weekend.
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