News for Cheshire May 20th 2010

Book of Condolence for Soldier

A Cheshire soldier, killed in Afghanistan, is being remembered in a Book of Condolence.

It has been opened at the Cheshire Military Museum, following the death of Corporal Harvey Holmes.

The soldier, from the 1st Battalion The Mercian Regiment, died on May 2nd. 

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Nantwich Triathlon Event Appeal

Over a thousand people are preparing for the Go Green Cheshire Triathlon.

The Nantwich event  will involve a 500 metre swim, 20 km cycle ride and 5 km run.

Sandbach charity Railway Children are appealing for volunteers to help marshall the event this Sunday.

In exchange, they will get a five hundred pound donation from the UK Triathlon Race Series.

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Macclesfield Town Unveil New Player

Macclesfield Town has signed up a new player.

Richard Butcher has joined the club on a two year contract.

The midfielder, who was with the Silkmen on loan last season, scoring twice in eight matches, brings a wealth of experience to the squad