Archive for March, 2017

Nantwich Museum to stage fundraising Quiz Night

Nantwich Museum to stage fundraising Quiz Night

Nantwich Museum is staging a new fundraising Quiz Night scheduled for this Sunday (March 19).

The event from 7pm will be an evening of fun with the quiz overseen by museum volunteer veteran quiz master Wyn Jones, a raffle and buffet.

March 17, 2017
Striker John Johnston extends Nantwich Town loan

Striker John Johnston extends Nantwich Town loan

Forward John Johnston has extended his loan with Nantwich Town from Salford City until the end of the season.

Johnston was brought in by manager Phil Parkinson to help boost the club’s attacking options and has been a revelation since his arrival.

March 17, 2017
Review: Crewe Amateur Musicals Society “Whistle Down the Wind”

Review: Crewe Amateur Musicals Society “Whistle Down the Wind”

By Claire Faulkner
Crewe Amateur Musicals Society present their latest production of ‘Whistle Down the Wind’ at The Lyceum this week.

Based on the novel by Mary Hayley Bell, the show tells the story of a mysterious stranger whose fate lies between the prejudice of adults and the innocence of children.

March 17, 2017
Nantwich businessman named new South Cheshire Chamber chairman

Nantwich businessman named new South Cheshire Chamber chairman

Nantwich businessman Shaun Cafferty has been announced as new chairman of the South Cheshire Chamber of Commerce.

Mr Cafferty, a long-serving director on the Chamber board, is joint managing director of lettings firm Martin&Co and co-owner of Whitegates estate agency in Crewe.

March 15, 2017
Residents in Richmond Nantwich bloom thanks to Sainsbury’s donation

Residents in Richmond Nantwich bloom thanks to Sainsbury’s donation

Residents at Richmond Nantwich care village had their day brightened thanks to a donation of flowers from town’s Sainsbury’s store.

Bunches of daffodils brought a sea of yellow to the village off London Road.

March 15, 2017
Cheshire Search and Rescue awarded share of Government grant

Cheshire Search and Rescue awarded share of Government grant

Cheshire Search and Rescue team has been awarded a share of a £913,000 grant by Maritime Minister John Hayes.

The grant supports charities running local lifeboat and rescue services.

March 15, 2017
Nantwich Town reach Cheshire Cup Final after penalties win over Warrington

Nantwich Town reach Cheshire Cup Final after penalties win over Warrington

Nantwich Town reached the final of the Cheshire Senior Cup and a date with Crewe Alexandra as they beat Warrington Town 5-3 on penalties at the Weaver Stadium.

The game finished 0-0 after extra time, with neither team able to grab a winner.

March 15, 2017

Nantwich Concert Band

An inspiring and enthusiastic group of players enjoying playing together and involved with providing music for many local events. We welcome all players of brass or woodwind instruments and meet on a Wednesday evening at Shrewbridge Road, Nantwich. If you would like to join us please call Nick Birch, Musical Director or visit our website or facebook, nantwichband.co.uk

March 14, 2017
Nantwich Camera Club to host Andrew Brooks photographic lecture

Nantwich Camera Club to host Andrew Brooks photographic lecture

Nantwich Camera Club is to host a ‘special’ photographic lecture by Andrew Brooks.

The artist, photographer and film maker from Manchester will present his talk “The Constructed Image” on March 28.

March 14, 2017
Young Crewe and Nantwich athletes scoop indoor awards

Young Crewe and Nantwich athletes scoop indoor awards

Young Crewe and Nantwich athletes were in top form when they scooped medals at two major indoor athletics events.

U11s and U13s boys and girls took on teams from across the North of England at the Tom Pink Relays in Sheffield and the North West regional sportshall finals at Sportcity, Manchester.

March 14, 2017
Heroes4Hire firm launched in South Cheshire for ex-service people

Heroes4Hire firm launched in South Cheshire for ex-service people

A former RAF servicemen has launched a new business in South Cheshire to help former Forces people get back into work.

Nigel Blanchard hopes his Heroes4Hire-Handymen (H4HH) business will bring together work
ethic, skills and employability of ex servicemen and women.

March 14, 2017
Comedian Brian Conley returns for Crewe Lyceum show

Comedian Brian Conley returns for Crewe Lyceum show

TV presenter and comedian Brian Conley returns to Crewe Lyceum this month with his new variety show.

The Greatest Entertainer (In His Price Range) is on a UK tour, and arrives in South Cheshire on Wednesday March 29.

March 13, 2017
Two Nantwich and Crewe accountants announce merger

Two Nantwich and Crewe accountants announce merger

Two well-known accountants firms in Nantwich and Crewe have merged.

Crewe-based Banks Sheridan has joined forces with Nantwich firm Sammons & Co.

March 13, 2017