All of the major UK charities have suspended their doorstep collections and closed their shops.
We are still receiving reports of bags being left and collected.
If you are aware of any such activity please advise the police as it is highly likely to be illegal activity.
Descriptions and vehicles registrations are always useful.
#bewarethescam
Knutsford businessman prosecuted by council for operating without environmental permit
A Knutsford businessman and his company have been prosecuted for operating without an environmental permit and ordered to pay fines, orders and costs totalling nearly £395,000.
Cheshire East ‘Parking Saver’ offers discounts for regular parkers
Residents, businesses and commuters to Cheshire East are being encouraged to consider ‘Parking Saver’ – a discount permit scheme designed for anyone who regularly parks in the borough.
Men jailed for burglary series across Cheshire
Two men have been sentenced for their involvement in a series of burglaries across Cheshire.
Congleton Sets Its Sights on UK Town of Culture 2028
Congleton Town Council has announced plans to submit an expression of interest to become the UK Town of Culture 2028.
Drug dealer jailed following police stop check in Macclesfield
A man from Macclesfield has been jailed for drug dealing following a stop check in the town.
Two men jailed after cannabis farm discovered in Northwich
Two men have been jailed after local officers located a cannabis farm in a commercial premises in Rudheath.
Alsager anti-social behaviour hotspot property closed down by police
Congleton Beat Team have secured a closure order following reports of anti-social behaviour at a property in the town.
Council considers council tax increase of up to 9.99% to safeguard essential services
Cheshire East Council’s Finance Sub-Committee has recommended that the council increases council tax by up to 9.99 %, subject to government approval.
Man jailed after pleading guilty to two burglaries
A man who burgled two properties in Disley and Macclesfield has been jailed.
Over forty wanted criminals rounded up as part of force-wide operation
Operation Crossbow has seen over forty wanted criminals who have evaded justice brought into police custody following a multifaceted day of action.
Across February, the Constabulary will be joining forces from across England, Wales and the National Crime Agency in a national campaign supporting the amnesty of illegal firearms.
Man charged following series of thefts in Northwich
Detectives investigating a series of thefts in Winnington have charged a man in relation to the incidents.
Man jailed following hunt by Northwich officers
A man who was on the run from Northwich officers has been jailed.
Man jailed for 13 years following sexual assault in Winford
A Lithuanian man who sexually assaulted a woman in Winsford has been jailed.
All state high schools in Cheshire will have phones locked away under Cheshire PCC’s initiative
The Duke of Westminster is making a significant personal donation of £250,000 to help Cheshire’s state high schools buy lockable phone pouches.
CQC publishes reports following inspections at Macclesfield District General Hospital
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has downgraded the ratings of urgent and emergency and medical services from good to requires improvement and rated maternity services as good at Macclesfield District General Hospital, run by East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Changes agreed to reduce queues and improve safety at household waste recycling centres
Changes are to be made to the booking system for household waste recycling centres in Cheshire East to help tackle traffic issues, improve safety on the sites and give visitors a better experience.
Man jailed for controlling and coercive behaviour
A man who isolated a former partner from her family and friends and attempted to control her life has been jailed.
Macclesfield’s famous pancake race returns to support local NHS heroes
The cobblestones of Mill Street are set to sizzle once again, as the Macclesfield prepares for the return of its most eccentric tradition.
Cheshire East Council commemorated Holocaust Memorial Day
Cheshire East Council held a poignant service of remembrance to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day.
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