Archive for April, 2015

Arriva Buses reinstate Willaston weekend service after campaign

Arriva Buses reinstate Willaston weekend service after campaign

A campaign to save late evening bus services through the village of Willaston has been successful.

Villagers and councillors raised fears after Arriva Buses announced a plan to withdraw weekend evening services for the number 84 bus between Crewe and Nantwich, which serves Willaston.

April 7, 2015
Nantwich Town secure stunning 3-0 win over rivals Witton Albion

Nantwich Town secure stunning 3-0 win over rivals Witton Albion

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town blitzed their local rivals Witton Albion with a stunning Bank Holiday display in front of almost 500 fans.

The 3-0 victory at the Weaver Stadium moves the Dabbers nearer to safety above the Evo-Stik Premier League drop zone.

April 7, 2015
Willaston WS and Square One win in Crewe Sunday Premier

Willaston WS and Square One win in Crewe Sunday Premier

A solitary goal from Liam Kettle settled a tight contest for Willaston WS 1-0 away at NHB in the Crewe Regional Sunday Premier Division.

Mike Chesters scored a hat-trick as Square One scored four second half goals to beat Ocean 5-1.

April 7, 2015
Picture special: Nantwich Jazz Festival on Easter Saturday

Picture special: Nantwich Jazz Festival on Easter Saturday

Thousands of people welcomed the sun to Nantwich as the town’s Jazz, Blues and Music Festival entered its third day.

Venues across the town hosted live music of all genres – and the “Saturday on the Square” was packed full of entertainment.

April 5, 2015
Nicky Platt strike earns Nantwich Town vital win at Curzon

Nicky Platt strike earns Nantwich Town vital win at Curzon

By Richard Scott
A first-half goal from Nicky Platt gave Nantwich Town an impressive 1-0 win over promotion-chasing Curzon Ashton at the Tameside Stadium.

The goal came on 41 minutes with Platt turning in a Liam Shotton cross for his first goal since his return to the Weaver Stadium.

April 5, 2015
Nantwich Independent hits back at riverside car park plan

Nantwich Independent hits back at riverside car park plan

An Independent councillor in Nantwich has hit back at initial plans to build a car park on green space near the River Weaver.

Conservative councillors David Marren and Peter Groves say the site, behind Nantwich Pool off Wall Lane, is viable despite flood fears.

April 3, 2015
The Gables to be transferred to Nantwich Town Council for £1

The Gables to be transferred to Nantwich Town Council for £1

The historic building known as The Gables in Nantwich looks set to be transferred to town council control – for £1.

A report to be discussed by current owner Cheshire East Council recommends the asset transfer of the three-storey building and car park on Beam Street.

April 3, 2015
19th Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival kicks off with a bang

19th Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival kicks off with a bang

By Jonathan White
The 19th Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival has kicked off with a rip-roaring first night.

Organisers expect up to 40,000 people to attend the festival over its five-day period (April 2-6) with more than 100 performances at 16 venues in Nantwich.

April 3, 2015
Cheshire dance stars AJ and Chloe compete in Europe

Cheshire dance stars AJ and Chloe compete in Europe

By Kirsty Rollings
South Cheshire dancing stars AJ and Chloe are to perform in the biggest Youth Latin competition in Europe.

Former Brine Leas student AJ, 20, and 19-year-old Chloe began dancing together over eight years ago, having wowed crowds across the world since with their slick moves.

April 2, 2015
New Nantwich car park by River Weaver viable, say councillors

New Nantwich car park by River Weaver viable, say councillors

A new car park on the River Weaver flood plain in Nantwich could work, councillors say.

The town council has looked at different sites amid plans to build more parking space for Nantwich town centre visitors.

April 2, 2015
South Cheshire legal firm raises £1,900 for Comic Relief

South Cheshire legal firm raises £1,900 for Comic Relief

Staff at a South Cheshire legal firm raised almost £2,000 for Comic Relief.

Employees at Crystal Legal Services in Crewe performed all manner of activities for the cause.

April 2, 2015
UKIP’s Brian Silvester fights for Willaston and Rope seats

UKIP’s Brian Silvester fights for Willaston and Rope seats

Willaston and Rope Councillor Brian Silvester has been selected as candidate for the ward in Cheshire East Council elections on May 7.

Cllr Silvester has also been nominated for election to Rope Parish Council, with elections on the same day.

April 2, 2015
Yew Tree Inn to stage Easter beer and music weekend

Yew Tree Inn to stage Easter beer and music weekend

The award-winning Yew Tree Inn at Spurstow, near Nantwich, is staging an Easter weekend of beer and music.

Pub licensee Jon Cox has combed the land to gather an array of 20 cask and craft keg ales alongside top live music and culinary specials.

April 1, 2015