Human Interest

More than 80% OpenRent Cheshire East properties ban DSS

More than 80% OpenRent Cheshire East properties ban DSS

More than 80% of OpenRent properties listed in Cheshire East have “no DSS” bans, a BBC investigation has found.

This is despite a judge ruling in July that blanket bans on renting properties to people on housing benefit were unlawful and discriminatory.

September 2, 2020
Harry’s Duck Race marks 10 years with virtual event in Nantwich

Harry’s Duck Race marks 10 years with virtual event in Nantwich

The annual Harry’s Duck Race in support of Hope House Children’s Hospice is back in Nantwich to celebrate its 10th anniversary – but this time held virtually.

September 1, 2020
Nantwich bar issues warning after customer tests positive for COVID-19

Nantwich bar issues warning after customer tests positive for COVID-19

Bosses at a popular Nantwich bar issued a warning today after a customer reported they have tested positive for Coronavirus.

Nakatcha on Welsh Row say a customer has reported that a friend they were out with in the venue on Sunday (August 30) has since tested positive for Covid-19.

September 1, 2020
Cheshire East parents urged to stay away from school gates

Cheshire East parents urged to stay away from school gates

Parents across Nantwich and Cheshire East are being urged to stay clear of school gates when pupils finally return to classes later this week.

Around 56,000 children and young people will be returning to more than 170 schools and colleges across the borough.

August 31, 2020
Nantwich indoor pool to reopen from September 1

Nantwich indoor pool to reopen from September 1

Nantwich swimming pool will open again to the public from September 1, Everybody Leisure has announced.

The trust has already reopened 11 sports facilities across Cheshire East for activities such as gym, group fitness and outdoor swimming, including the brine pool in Nantwich.

August 30, 2020
Mystery of the “Nantwich Nessie” talk of the canals around town

Mystery of the “Nantwich Nessie” talk of the canals around town

By Jonathan White
A fish-like creature has been spotted along the Shropshire Union Canal in and around Nantwich, sparking photos and comments across social media over where it came from!

August 28, 2020
Nantwich scout group launches £250,000 project to build new base

Nantwich scout group launches £250,000 project to build new base

A well-used Scout hut in Nantwich has had to close over safety fears, sparking a £250,000 new-build project.

The headquarters of the 38th South West Cheshire (Nantwich) group off Davenport Avenue has become rundown and can no longer be used.

August 28, 2020
Two new special schools for Cheshire East set to open

Two new special schools for Cheshire East set to open

Two new special schools catering for children aged between four and 18 across Cheshire East are set to open.

The schools, Axis Academy and Lavender Field School, aim to cater for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), such as those with social, emotional and mental health needs.

August 27, 2020
Founder of Cheerbrook in Nantwich loses battle with cancer

Founder of Cheerbrook in Nantwich loses battle with cancer

The founder of Cheerbrook farm shop in Nantwich Andrew Shufflebotham has died after a long battle against cancer.

Tributes have flooded in for Andrew, known as ‘Shuff’, who passed away last week.

August 27, 2020
Cheshire Police warning after rise in Microsoft scam phone calls

Cheshire Police warning after rise in Microsoft scam phone calls

Detectives in Cheshire are warning people to stay vigilant amid reports of scam phone calls purporting to be from Microsoft.

In Cheshire, there have been several reports of residents receiving phone calls from fraudsters posing as workers from Microsoft.

August 27, 2020
Cheshire district nurse scoops prestigious Queen’s nurse award

Cheshire district nurse scoops prestigious Queen’s nurse award

A district nurse in Cheshire has received the prestigious Queen’s nurse award.

Joanne Bowen, Head of Quality, Nursing and Professional Leadership at Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, received the title following her continued commitment to district nursing.

August 27, 2020
Future of Wingate Children’s Centre secured in face of Covid-19 impact

Future of Wingate Children’s Centre secured in face of Covid-19 impact

Staff at the charity Wingate Centre in Wrenbury say the venue’s future is secure, despite the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

The closure of facilities and lockdown restrictions hit the charity hard as it was unable to raise vital donations through fundraising events.

August 26, 2020
Cheshire East welcomes latest Government COVID-19 emergency funding

Cheshire East welcomes latest Government COVID-19 emergency funding

Cheshire East Council has been given a share of £63 million of emergency funding to support groups helping people struggling to afford food and other essentials due to Covid-19.

August 25, 2020