Archive for February, 2015

Nantwich Town boss Phil Parkinson “pleased” with squad

Nantwich Town boss Phil Parkinson “pleased” with squad

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town boss Phil Parkinson says he is pleased with the players he has at the Weaver Stadium and is not looking to make major changes.

The Dabbers have had almost 50 players on the books this season, including former players and those yet to make an appearance.

February 28, 2015
Stapeley House art event in Nantwich hailed a success

Stapeley House art event in Nantwich hailed a success

Stapeley House in Nantwich is better known for its office spaces and meeting rooms.

But these were transformed into a stunning art exhibition space this week.

February 28, 2015
Nantwich Town new boy Elliott Osborne keen to impress

Nantwich Town new boy Elliott Osborne keen to impress

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town new signing Elliott Osborne is delighted to return to the club following a spell at Evo-stik First Division South side Newcastle Town.

He trained with club on Tuesday and Thursday ahead of the trip to Matlock Town tomorrow (Saturday Feb 28).

February 27, 2015
The Star Inn, Acton, latest Enterprise Inns pub to shut

The Star Inn, Acton, latest Enterprise Inns pub to shut

A second Enterprise Inns pub in Nantwich is closing, with The Star Inn in Acton the latest to shut.

Current publicans at The Star, on the A534 Chester Road, are moving on to a new pub in Little Bollington.

February 27, 2015
Heritage Opera returns to Nantwich Civic Hall with La Traviata

Heritage Opera returns to Nantwich Civic Hall with La Traviata

The Heritage Opera is returning to Nantwich Civic Hall next month, with its production “La Traviata”.

This version of Verdi’s tragic love story, considered to be the most popular opera ever and set to a beautiful and instantly recognisable score, takes place on Monday March 16.

February 27, 2015
South Cheshire weight loss team raises £230 for MRI scanner appeal

South Cheshire weight loss team raises £230 for MRI scanner appeal

Staff from a South Cheshire weight loss centre have helped raise more than £230 for the MRI scanner appeal at Leighton Hospital.

Jeff and Becky Dean, Dean Sidley and Lucy Miller, of Crewe Weight Loss Centre, offered people health advice using a medical grade body composition scanner in return for a donation to the MRI Scanner Appeal.

February 27, 2015
Crewe and Nantwich dance students wow crowds at South Cheshire College

Crewe and Nantwich dance students wow crowds at South Cheshire College

Performing Arts students from Crewe and Nantwich had a spring in their step when they staged a series of action-packed dance shows at South Cheshire College.

The group of talented performers lit up the college’s Centre Stage Theatre for three days to showcase their talents.

February 27, 2015
Nantwich fireman rescues kitten stuck in tree for two days

Nantwich fireman rescues kitten stuck in tree for two days

A kitten was rescued by firefighters after it was stuck in a tree – for two days!

The terrified puss had clambered more than 30ft high in the tree on Barony Court, Nantwich.

February 26, 2015
Two-year Cheshire East council tax freeze for Nantwich residents

Two-year Cheshire East council tax freeze for Nantwich residents

Nantwich residents will have council tax bills frozen for at least the next two years, Cheshire East Council has agreed.

The local authority is the first in the country to announce a two-year freeze.

February 26, 2015
Overwater Wheelyboat Project set to launch in Nantwich

Overwater Wheelyboat Project set to launch in Nantwich

A marina in Nantwich will soon be hosting free boat trips and water activities for disabled and mobility impaired residents.

The Overwater Wheelyboat Project aims to buy a specially-built boat with wheelchair, walking frame and walking stick access for people.

February 26, 2015
Nantwich Town women’s boss Jon Swift keen to recruit

Nantwich Town women’s boss Jon Swift keen to recruit

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town women’s team manager Jon Swift is looking forward to get back on the training pitch ahead of next season as his side looks to join a local league.

Swift, who joined the team at the start of this season, said recruitment was going well but would like to have more players in the squad.

February 26, 2015
U3A Photography open Nantwich Museum exhibition

U3A Photography open Nantwich Museum exhibition

A new exhibition by U3A Photography has opened in the Community Gallery at Nantwich Museum.

The exhibition showcases work by members of Crewe & Nantwich U3A Photography Group, and runs until Saturday April 11.

February 26, 2015
Villagers celebrate as High Court throws out Willaston plan

Villagers celebrate as High Court throws out Willaston plan

Villagers fighting plans for 146 homes in Willaston are celebrating after a High Court overturned an appeal.

A judge has ruled that proposals by Richborough Estates for the homes off Moorfields should be thrown out.

February 25, 2015