Archive for May, 2015

Nantwich pupil to swim England’s biggest lake for fire charity

Nantwich pupil to swim England’s biggest lake for fire charity

A 12-year-old Nantwich pupil will be swimming across England’s biggest lake – to help raise funds for the Fire Fighters Charity.

And Cameron Thomson popped in to Nantwich Fire Station on Beam Street to tell fire crews about his challenge.

May 5, 2015
Taylor’s Choice rebrands as Homefeeds after major revamp

Taylor’s Choice rebrands as Homefeeds after major revamp

A horticultural supplier in South Cheshire has a new name after undergoing a major revamp.

Shavington-based Taylor’s Choice has refurbished its shop, and relaunched under the new name Homefeeds, after 50 years in business.

May 5, 2015
Stepping down as Nantwich Town chairman was “tough”, says Jon Gold

Stepping down as Nantwich Town chairman was “tough”, says Jon Gold

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town outgoing chairman Jon Gold says it was a tough decision to step down from the role.

Gold has been at the helm for the past seven years and has enjoyed highlights like seeing the club reach the First Round proper of the FA Cup in 2011.

May 5, 2015
Families enjoy Bunbury Church Fete in the sun

Families enjoy Bunbury Church Fete in the sun

By Jonathan White
Bunbury Church Fete took place within the grounds of Beeston Castle on Bank Holiday Monday.

The annual event was moved to earlier in the year for more favourable weather.

May 5, 2015
New signage for The Cat FM’s South Cheshire College base

New signage for The Cat FM’s South Cheshire College base

New studio signage is in place as part of The Cat Community Radio Station’s move to South Cheshire College.

The new Crewe and Nantwich-based FM station moved into a new space at the college in November 2014 from its former base off Beam Heath Way, Nantwich.

May 4, 2015
Highfields Primary to stage Fizz Fashion Show

Highfields Primary to stage Fizz Fashion Show

Highfields Community Primary School in Nantwich will host a Fizz Fashion Show in aid of school funds on Wednesday June 10.

A catwalk show starts at 8pm showcasing a selection of ladies clothing and accessories including bags, scarves and shoes.

May 4, 2015
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC U16s win Cheshire Shield final

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC U16s win Cheshire Shield final

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC are celebrating after its U16 team were crowned Cheshire Shield champions.

The Vagrants side beat Wilmslow U16s 36-14 at the final in Bowdon yesterday (May 3).

May 4, 2015
Nantwich Town win league fair play award for April

Nantwich Town win league fair play award for April

Nantwich Town have won the league fair play award for April having picked up two yellow cards for the month.

The Dabbers received two cautions and no red cards in the seven games they played in the month.

May 4, 2015
Election: Guide to 4 candidates vying for Crewe & Nantwich seat

Election: Guide to 4 candidates vying for Crewe & Nantwich seat

With polling day just days away, the four men fighting for the Crewe & Nantwich seat are turning up the heat.

Campaigning has been rigorous, public appearances numerous – here is your Nantwichnews guide to the four candidates before May 7.

May 2, 2015
Nantwich Lake wildlife group plans backed by Edward Timpson

Nantwich Lake wildlife group plans backed by Edward Timpson

A new Nantwich Lake Wildlife Conservation group has met with Edward Timpson to outline plans for the town’s beauty spot.

The group, led by Caron Hull, has also been in contact with Cheshire East Council, Nantwich Town Council, RSPCA at Stapeley Grange, and Cheshire East Highways.

May 1, 2015
Access road off Peter de Stapleigh Way

Muller Property fights Government rejection of Stapeley homes plan

Muller Property is to fight a Government ruling to throw out plans for a 1,100-home ‘Nantwich South’ village in Stapeley.

Councillors were told the news that the company has applied to have the case judicially reviewed by a judge in the High Court.

May 1, 2015
Nantwich police officer to face common assault charge

Nantwich police officer to face common assault charge

A Nantwich police officer is to face a charge of common assault after an incident in the town centre, says the Independent Police Complaints Commission.

PC Matthew James Ambrose, based at Nantwich police station, has been summonsed to appear at Manchester City Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday May 27.

May 1, 2015
Jon Gold steps down as Nantwich Town chairman

Jon Gold steps down as Nantwich Town chairman

Jon Gold is to step down as Chairman of Nantwich Town FC.

Jon, who has led The Dabbers for the past seven years, will be replaced by Tony Davison with effect from today May 1.

May 1, 2015