Archive for March, 2016

New Nantwich history booklets launched at museum

New Nantwich history booklets launched at museum

A new series of booklets on the local history of Nantwich have been launched at Nantwich Museum.

The booklets were unveiled at the start of a series of Spring Talks: “Nantwich – the History of a Cheshire Town” by Jane Stephenson.

March 11, 2016
Cheshire Police admits blunder over 1,600 “wrong” parking tickets

Cheshire Police admits blunder over 1,600 “wrong” parking tickets

Cheshire Police issued 1,600 parking fines when it didn’t have the power to do so, it has emerged.

The errant Fixed Penalty Notices were issued by PCSOs who did not have authority in their contracts to impose them.

March 10, 2016
FA Trophy Wembley win beats promotion, says Nantwich Town director

FA Trophy Wembley win beats promotion, says Nantwich Town director

A Nantwich Town director has put an FA Trophy win at Wembley ahead of league promotion.

Tim Crighton, Dabbers commercial director, says he would prefer to see the club at Wembley winning a cup.

March 10, 2016
South Cheshire Elvis tribute Paul Larcombe to star in Channel 5 film

South Cheshire Elvis tribute Paul Larcombe to star in Channel 5 film

South Cheshire’s award-winning Elvis Tribute is to star in a TV film – about life on the canal!

Paul Larcombe has attracted attention from Channel 5 film crews for his up-coming Cheshire charity gig.

March 10, 2016
Operation Crossbow targets criminals on Cheshire roads

Operation Crossbow targets criminals on Cheshire roads

Police ran Operation Crossbow today to catch criminals crossing Cheshire’s borders.

Officers from four forces took part in the crackdown, designed to disrupt the criminal network using key routes in the county.

March 9, 2016
Meet Nantwich Town’s lucky charm – 9-year-old mascot Emily

Meet Nantwich Town’s lucky charm – 9-year-old mascot Emily

Meet nine-year-old Emily Bevan – Nantwich Town’s lucky charm who could help the Dabbers all the way to Wembley!

Emily has been the team’s mascot on three previous FA Trophy victories already this season.

March 9, 2016
Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival to mark 20th year

Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival to mark 20th year

Nantwich Jazz, Blues & Music Festival marks its 20th year in the town this Easter – with a host of big names set to perform.

The festival takes place later this month, from Thursday March 24 to Monday March 28.

March 9, 2016
Cheshire East Council denies Redsands site to become housing

Cheshire East Council denies Redsands site to become housing

Council chiefs have denied reports the former Redsands children’s home site in Willaston is to become a housing development. One local Willaston resident said he was told by workmen on the site it was to be demolished for a housing estate. But 12 months ago, Cheshire East Leader Cllr Michael Jones said the site would be taken over by car[Read More…]

March 9, 2016
Councillor blasts Wain Homes for “back door” Nantwich housing plans

Councillor blasts Wain Homes for “back door” Nantwich housing plans

A councillor has accused developers Wain Homes of trying to pass plans for 104 houses in Nantwich “by the back door”.

Cllr Peter Groves hit out after it emerged the developer has submitted a second bid to build homes on land off Audlem Road at the rear of Brine Leas School.

March 8, 2016
Rodney Densem Wines to re-open in Nantwich

Rodney Densem Wines to re-open in Nantwich

Champagne corks will be popping at Rodney Densem Wines’ award-winning Nantwich store which re-opens after a seven-week revamp.

The store on Pillory Street, which has undergone an extensive refurbishment, will be back open this Saturday March 12.

March 8, 2016
Tickets selling fast for Nantwich Town FA Trophy semi-final with Halifax

Tickets selling fast for Nantwich Town FA Trophy semi-final with Halifax

Nantwich Town sold out main stand tickets for their FA Trophy semi-final clash with Halifax – just three hours after going on sale.

The club have been stunned by the level of interest – and are urging supporters to grab tickets in advance for other areas of the Weaver Stadium.

March 8, 2016
Willaston WS knocked out of FA Sunday Cup by Brunel Arms

Willaston WS knocked out of FA Sunday Cup by Brunel Arms

Division One side Brunel Arms caused a shock when they beat Premier Division Willaston WS 2-1 in the Crewe FA Sunday Cup semi-final.

The game erupted after 41 minutes with Willaston WS missing a penalty.

March 7, 2016
Plans unveiled to open The Beerdock bar in Nantwich

Plans unveiled to open The Beerdock bar in Nantwich

Plans have been revealed for a new bar in Nantwich, called The Beerdock.

A premises licence application has been made for the new outlet in the former Job Centre on Swinemarket, Nantwich.

March 7, 2016