Archive for October, 2015

Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

‘The Very Best In Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civic Hall on November 6 with four more top acts from the UK comedy circuit.

And this night will see a Nantwich debut for Zoe Lyons, a stand out on the British comedy scene for over 10 years.

October 31, 2015
Paramedic trains Aston pub staff on new defibrillator

Paramedic trains Aston pub staff on new defibrillator

A paramedic helped turn a Nantwich village pub into a life-saving training centre!

Nick Blair, from North West Ambulance Service, ran a first aid course at The Bhurtpore Inn in Asto

October 30, 2015
Crewe Lyceum launches Cinderella panto colouring competition

Crewe Lyceum launches Cinderella panto colouring competition

Nantwich youngsters can join in this year’s Crewe Lyceum pantomime Cinderella – by entering a special colouring competition.

And the best picture could land the winner a year’s supply of Snugburys ice cream.

October 30, 2015
Nantwich start-up STITCH Learning shortlisted for national award

Nantwich start-up STITCH Learning shortlisted for national award

A Nantwich business woman has been shortlisted for the prestigious Learning Awards.

Kate Carney’s STITCH Learning has been nominated in the Start Up of the Year category.

October 30, 2015
Halloween house to raise Marie Curie Cancer Care funds

Halloween house to raise Marie Curie Cancer Care funds

A Halloween fundraising event is taking place at a house in Crewe in aid of Marie Curie.

Richard and James Stack are transforming their Holland Street home in time for this Saturday October 31 from 6pm to 10pm.

October 30, 2015
Man injured after car and tractor smash in Nantwich

Man injured after car and tractor smash in Nantwich

A man was injured after a road smash involving a car and tractor in Nantwich.

The incident, which happened on Swanley Lane, led to the injured man being taken to Leighton Hospital for treatment.

October 29, 2015

Alzheimer’s Society course in Cheshire East

Alzheimer’s Society Cheshire East is running a course to support the carers of people affected by dementia. Our Carers Information and Support Programme (CrISP) is being held at St Peter’s Church Hall in Elworth near Sandbach during November and December. The CrISP is a practical course, led by trained Alzheimer’s Society staff, which provides carers with practical knowledge about dementia[Read More…]

October 29, 2015
Nantwich care leavers launch Easy Pleasy cookbook

Nantwich care leavers launch Easy Pleasy cookbook

Young care leavers in Crewe and Nantwich have been sharing their colourful recipe for eating on a budget – a cookbook with the celebrity seal of approval.

The youngsters, supported by The Children’s Society, produced the Levi Roots-endorsed Easy Pleasy Cookbook to help young people leaving care to eat healthily on a budget.

October 29, 2015
Wistaston Fireworks - promotional photo

Wistaston Fireworks display set for October 31

The Wistaston Community Council Fireworks Display takes place this Saturday October 31 at the Eric Swan Sports Ground (The Brittles) behind Wistaston Church Lane Primary School.

The fancy dress and pumpkin competitions will be judged at 6pm at the Eric Swan Sports Ground.

October 29, 2015
Late Liam Shotton show earns Nantwich Town win over Stourbridge

Late Liam Shotton show earns Nantwich Town win over Stourbridge

By Liam Roe
A last gasp winner by Liam Shotton earned Nantwich Town another valuable three points at home to Stourbridge.

The victory leaves the Dabbers in third place in Evo-Stik Premier League – just two points behind joint leaders Darlington and Blyth Spartans.

October 28, 2015
Traffic gridlock as Reaseheath A51 works clash with Chester Road closure

Traffic gridlock as Reaseheath A51 works clash with Chester Road closure

Thousands of drivers have been caught up in traffic gridlock around Nantwich once more as roadworks coincide with major route closures.

Cheshire East highways has allowed BT engineers to set up roadworks on the busy A51 at Reaseheath.

October 28, 2015
Housing group snaps up Nantwich properties to rent out

Housing group snaps up Nantwich properties to rent out

One Vision Housing has bought 23 properties on a new Nantwich development as part of a Section 106 agreement to offer affordable homes.

The housing association, part of the Sovini Housing Group, will offering the homes at Malbank Waters for affordable rent.

October 28, 2015
Nantwich Mayor’s Big Quiz raises £1,000 for town charities

Nantwich Mayor’s Big Quiz raises £1,000 for town charities

Record numbers packed into the Civic Hall in Nantwich to take part in the Mayor’s Big Quiz.

The event, organised by Nantwich Town Council, saw teams come together to raise more than £1,000 for the Mayor’s local charities, including Nantwich Food Bank, Nantwich In Bloom, Nantwich Museum and Nantwich Players.

October 27, 2015