Archive for July, 2016

Cheshire Police launch operation targeting rural drivers

Cheshire Police launch operation targeting rural drivers

Rogue drivers in rural areas of South Cheshire are being targeted by a new police campaign.

Cheshire Police have launched Operation Drive Safe after concerns raised by villagers.

July 6, 2016
Vintage and Classic Transport Rally held in Shavington

Vintage and Classic Transport Rally held in Shavington

By Jonathan White
Car nuts enjoyed a special treat with the 8th annual Vintage and Classic Transport Rally at The Elephant pub in Shavington.

Dozens of vehicles were on display on land at the rear of the premises off Newcastle Road.

July 5, 2016
German teacher reveals horror of abuse suffered in Nantwich pub

German teacher reveals horror of abuse suffered in Nantwich pub

A German woman has spoken of her horror after she was verbally abused in a Nantwich pub as she watched a Euro 2016 football match.

Mel McDevitt was with husband Patrick and friend Nicole Mőst, who was visiting from Germany, when the incident happened in The Vine Inn on Hospital Street.

July 5, 2016
Nantwich students attend Battle of Somme memorial event

Nantwich students attend Battle of Somme memorial event

By Jonathan White
Young and old alike in Nantwich joined to remember those killed 100 years ago at the start of the Battle of the Somme.

Many attended official services, with some students honoured to attend the National Memorial Arboretum event.

July 4, 2016
Midnight Walk ladies stroll from Nantwich to Crewe for hospice

Midnight Walk ladies stroll from Nantwich to Crewe for hospice

Hundreds of big-hearted women donned bright colours and strolled through the night on the St Luke’s Hospice Midnight Walk.

Ladies of all ages and background gathered together to take part in the annual event which helps raise thousands for charity.

July 4, 2016
Nantwich Town star Matty Kosylo signed by Halifax Town

Nantwich Town star Matty Kosylo signed by Halifax Town

Nantwich Town star Matty Kosylo is set to join FC Halifax Town after the clubs agreed a transfer fee.

Kosylo joined the Dabbers in October 2014 and has had an excellent 21 months at the Weaver Stadium.

July 4, 2016
Police manhunt after motorbike crashes into woman in Nantwich

Police manhunt after motorbike crashes into woman in Nantwich

A man who crashed a motorbike into a woman on a busy Nantwich street, is being hunted by police.

The 68-year-old woman was injured in the incident on Beam Street close to The Shakespeare pub.

July 4, 2016
Skoolzfest 2016 plays out to packed crowds in Nantwich

Skoolzfest 2016 plays out to packed crowds in Nantwich

Youngsters from 16 schools across Nantwich entertained packed crowds in the town at the annual Skoolzfest event.

Children sang their hearts out on a stage set up in the town square.

July 4, 2016
Cheerbrook stages Big Taste day at Nantwich outlet

Cheerbrook stages Big Taste day at Nantwich outlet

Hundreds of foodies enjoyed The ‘Big Taste’ annual family fun day at Cheerbrook in Nantwich.

The event at the farm shop off Newcastle Road included a marquee containing numerous local food and drink suppliers.

July 4, 2016
Piano prodigy starts concert series at St Mary’s in Nantwich

Piano prodigy starts concert series at St Mary’s in Nantwich

Piano prodigy Leo Bailey-Yang will launch a new series of concerts at St Mary’s Church in Nantwich.

The lunchtime concerts will restart on Thursday July 21 at 12.30pm with eight-year-old Leo, who appeared on last year’s ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ TV show.

July 3, 2016
Nantwich family completes Heart of London Bridges Walk for CRY

Nantwich family completes Heart of London Bridges Walk for CRY

A Nantwich family completed the Heart of London Bridges Walk in aid leading charity, Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY).

Robert and Alison Howells became involved with the charity following the sudden death of their daughter Ceri in March 2014.

July 3, 2016
Nantwich officers grilled on radio by Brine Leas students

Nantwich officers grilled on radio by Brine Leas students

By Georgina Hardy
Two members of the Nantwich’s community police team were grilled by Brine Leas students during a visit to the town’s radio station.

PCs Matt Stonier and Marc Harley called in to RedShift Radio on London Road for the start of a monthly show aimed at connecting with the community.

July 2, 2016
Crewe Lyceum to welcome stars in A Night in Venice show

Crewe Lyceum to welcome stars in A Night in Venice show

Crewe Lyceum Theatre goers can enjoy A Night in Venice on July 8.

It will feature X-Factor star Jonathan Ansell and sopranos Maria Kesselman and Li Li performing music from Verdi, Puccini and more.

July 2, 2016