Archive for February, 2012

Police find missing Wistaston dad in Spanish hotel

Police find missing Wistaston dad in Spanish hotel

A Wistaston man who vanished in Spain after watching Stoke City in the Europa League has been found in a hotel, his wife revealed. Police today contacted Teresa Dykes to say husband Peter had been traced to a hotel in Madrid.

February 29, 2012
Pair in court over Nantwich man John Iveson’s murder

Pair in court over Nantwich man John Iveson’s murder

Two men charged with the suspected murder of a money lender from Nantwich have appeared in court. Mark Done, 47, from Nantwich, and Paul Billington, 39, from Rossett, near Wrexham, are charged with the murder of John Iveson.

February 29, 2012
Nantwich Town’s clash with Rushall Olympic re-scheduled

Nantwich Town’s clash with Rushall Olympic re-scheduled

Nantwich Town’s home game against Rushall Olympic has been put back a week due to the Pics’ involvement in the semi-finals of the Doodson Sports Trophy. The match will now take place at the Weaver Stadium on Tuesday March 27, kick off 7.45pm.

February 29, 2012
More than 11,000 vote on Crewe town council proposal

More than 11,000 vote on Crewe town council proposal

More than 11,000 people have cast votes on whether Crewe should have its own town council similar to Nantwich. Cheshire East Council is urging residents not to lose their chance to vote on a vital ballot which closes today (Wednesday February 29) at 5pm.

February 29, 2012
David Wilson Homes to present Stapeley Water Gardens housing plan

David Wilson Homes to present Stapeley Water Gardens housing plan

Housing developers will present plans for 150 new homes on the old Stapeley Water Gardens site in Nantwich at a meeting this week. David Wilson Homes will be at the Stapeley Parish Council meeting at Pear Tree Primary School on March 1 to outline the details of the development.

February 28, 2012
Police hunt for “vulnerable” Wistaston dad missing in Spain

Police hunt for “vulnerable” Wistaston dad missing in Spain

A Wistaston dad who travelled to watch his beloved Stoke City play in Spain has gone missing, sparking a police hunt. Family and friends of Peter Dykes have made an emotional appeal for help to trace him, fearing he is in a vulnerable condition.

February 28, 2012
Reaseheath College lambing and zoo events prove big hit

Reaseheath College lambing and zoo events prove big hit

Visitors flocked to Reaseheath College in Nantwich over the weekend to enjoy a fun-filled family event. The college opened its doors to both the popular live lambing weekend and the campus zoo to the public.

February 28, 2012
Nantwich cage fighter enjoys victory in Combat Challenge bout

Nantwich cage fighter enjoys victory in Combat Challenge bout

A young Nantwich woman has triumphed in the first ever Combat Challenge female cage fighting bout. Anya Hynes, of Wrenbury, was one of the stars of the show in Bradford when she took on and beat Nahida Khan in three tough rounds.

February 28, 2012
Top comedians head for latest Very Best in Standup in Nantwich

Top comedians head for latest Very Best in Standup in Nantwich

There are just a few tickets left to be snapped up for the latest Very Best in Standup night at Nantwich Civic Hall. This Friday’s show has once again drawn in top acts from across the UK, including Neil Fitzmaurice (pictured).

February 27, 2012
Nantwich Police warning after Wybunbury fuel theft arrests

Nantwich Police warning after Wybunbury fuel theft arrests

Nantwich Police issued a warning to residents today to be wary of fuel theft. It comes after three men were arrested on suspicion of theft of diesel in the Wybunbury area of Nantwich.

February 27, 2012
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC beat leaders Oswestry 18-3

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC beat leaders Oswestry 18-3

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC returned to winning ways with a fine 18-3 victory over a strong Oswestry side at The Vagrants. It was a massive victory for Geoff Crawford’s men over a team at the top of the South Lancashire & Cheshire 2 Northern Division.

February 27, 2012
South Cheshire Advanced Motorcyclists stage free assessment day

South Cheshire Advanced Motorcyclists stage free assessment day

South Cheshire Advanced Motorcyclists will be holding a Free Motorcycle Rider Assessment day on March 3. The events attracts motorcyclists from across the North West, North Wales and the West Midlands.

February 27, 2012
The Cat Community Award winners unveiled at Nantwich ceremony

The Cat Community Award winners unveiled at Nantwich ceremony

By Andy Martell The winners of The Cat Community Awards were unveiled at an event held at Richmond Village Nantwich. The awards recognise those who make a special contribution to the local communities of Nantwich and Crewe.

February 26, 2012