Human Interest

Nantwich Foodbank boosted by town’s Rotary donation

Nantwich Foodbank boosted by town’s Rotary donation

Nantwich Foodbank has received a funds boost after the town’s Rotary members agreed to “match” the donations given by Morrisons supermarket.

The first “double up” event held in October led to £500 donated by Morrisons shoppers and the same from the Rotary, providing a big boost for the Foodbank which is helping more people than ever before.

March 13, 2024
Wych-Malbank Rotary donates £10,000 in eight months

Wych-Malbank Rotary donates £10,000 in eight months

Nantwich-based Wych-Malbank Rotary Club has donated a total of £10,000 in last eight months.

Recent donations have been awarded to St Luke’s Hospice Winsford and Myeloma UK, and a further £3,000 has gone to local charities and groups.

March 12, 2024
Nantwich salon backs cancer survivor’s bid to win Ms Great Britain crown

Nantwich salon backs cancer survivor’s bid to win Ms Great Britain crown

A Nantwich hairdressing salon is supporting a cancer survivor as she bids to win a major beauty title.

Anya Hynes, a client at Steven Burgin Hairdressing on Hospital Street, is raising money for Cancer Research UK as she prepares to compete in Ms Great Britain.

March 11, 2024
Nantwich dog rescue centre appeals for volunteers for DIY project

Nantwich dog rescue centre appeals for volunteers for DIY project

A Nantwich dog rescue centre is appealing for residents to roll up their sleeves and help with some DIY at their volunteer open weekend.

Our Safe Haven kennels will be hosting two open days on March 23rd and 24th between 10am and 4pm.

March 11, 2024
Everybody Leisure installs self-test blood pressure machines

Everybody Leisure installs self-test blood pressure machines

Leisure centres across South Cheshire have had self-testing blood pressure machines installed.

The centres, run by Everybody Health & Leisure, now the testing service for free at Crewe Lifestyle Centre as well as others in Congleton, Holmes Chapel and Macclesfield.

March 11, 2024
Mother helping cheerful son wearing helmet for cycle

Everybody to take over delivering Cheshire East “Bikeability” scheme

Everybody Leisure is to take over delivery of the “Bikeability” scheme across Cheshire East.

The scheme, funded by the Department for Transport, teaches young people to ride a bike.

March 8, 2024
Cheshire East SEND deficit “threatens existence of council” says councillor

Cheshire East SEND deficit “threatens existence of council” says councillor

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council’s ballooning special needs budget deficit is so serious it “threatens the very existence of the council”, a councillor said.

The DSG (dedicated school grant) deficit currently stands at about £90 million.

March 8, 2024
Cheshire Police chief’s pothole warning amid road collisions

Cheshire Police chief’s pothole warning amid road collisions

Cheshire motorists have been involved in potentially lethal collisions while trying to avoid potholes, the county’s police boss said today.

Police and Crime Commissioner John Dwyer issued the warning as he encouraged more people to report potholes to their local authorities.

March 7, 2024
Lollipop ponies visit care home residents in Nantwich

Lollipop ponies visit care home residents in Nantwich

Residents and staff at a Nantwich care home had a very sweet treat when Lollipop Ponies Moomin and Tinkerbelle trotted in to say hello.

The ponies thrilled residents during their visit to Richmond Village Nantwich, off London Road.

March 6, 2024
Drivers warned over flood repair roadworks at Sainsbury’s roundabout

Drivers warned over flood repair roadworks at Sainsbury’s roundabout

Highways chiefs have closed a busy road in Nantwich to allow United Utilities to repair an ongoing leak.

The “emergency closure” is in Middlewich Road in Nantwich between the Sainsbury’s and A51 roundabouts.

March 5, 2024
Nantwich accountant’s marathon effort to support Cheshire charities

Nantwich accountant’s marathon effort to support Cheshire charities

A Nantwich accountant is set to go the extra mile to raise cash for charities close to her heart.

Mother-of-two Jen Johnson, an Associate Director at Afford Bond Chartered Accountants, is hard in training for the Manchester Marathon in April when hundreds will take to the streets of the city to run 26.2 miles.

March 5, 2024
South Cheshire paedophile jailed for online sex activity with 9-year-old

South Cheshire paedophile jailed for online sex activity with 9-year-old

A South Cheshire man has been jailed after he admitted engaging in sexual activity with children as young as nine years old.

Andrew Cork, 53, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison after his activities were uncovered by Cheshire Police’s online child abuse investigation team.

March 5, 2024
Chehsire Roses support group have made a successful application to the Redrow Community Fund.
Pictured with Redrow’s Carole Gould are LtR: Susan Capper, Kay Maple, Helen Longworth and Alison Green

Nantwich volunteer support group receives funding boost

A support group in Nantwich for women with cancer has received a financial boost from a housing developer.

Volunteer-led Cheshire Roses Group offers emotional and pastoral support for women affected by cancer.

March 4, 2024