Archive for November, 2015

Police call high drink and drug drive offender figures for Crewe and Nantwich “disappointing”

Police call high drink and drug drive offender figures for Crewe and Nantwich “disappointing”

An insurance comparison website lists Crewe and Nantwich area as having the highest number of drink and drug drive offenders in the UK.

The data refers to the number of people in the CW postcode area who have visited the company’s website for a comparison quote in the past 12 months.

November 20, 2015
Police issue further warning over purse thefts in Nantwich

Police issue further warning over purse thefts in Nantwich

Police are again advising shoppers in Nantwich to be wary of purse thieves.

Officers from Crewe Local Policing Unit issued the warning following a number of incidents in local supermarkets.

November 19, 2015
Nantwich Town welcome back fans’ favourite Sean Cooke

Nantwich Town welcome back fans’ favourite Sean Cooke

Former Nantwich Town favourite Sean Cooke has rejoined the club, it was announced today.

Midfielder Cooke was a firm favourite with the fans at the Weaver Stadium.

November 19, 2015
Nantwich dementia business scoops top prize in Dabbers Den contest

Nantwich dementia business scoops top prize in Dabbers Den contest

A business which aids dementia sufferers has scooped first prize in this year’s Dabbers Den competition in Nantwich.

Jonny Morris and his company Nudgu helps sufferers to remember vital appointments and when to take medication.

November 19, 2015
Wistaston Singers wow packed Port Sunlight concert crowd

Wistaston Singers wow packed Port Sunlight concert crowd

By Jonathan White
The Wistaston Singers took their talents on the road when they travelled to Port Sunlight on the Wirral.

They performed a fundraising concert at Christ Church United Reformed Church

November 19, 2015
Madness frontman Suggs to perform at Crewe Lyceum

Madness frontman Suggs to perform at Crewe Lyceum

Legendary Madness frontman Suggs will be performing at Crewe Lyceum during his UK tour.

The singer, aka Graham McPherson, will host his show “Suggs: My Life Story” in words and music, on Sunday May 1.

November 19, 2015
Willaston Social Club hosts Alzheimer’s fundraiser concert

Willaston Social Club hosts Alzheimer’s fundraiser concert

By Jonathan White
A fund-raising music concert took place in the newly refurbished function room at Willaston Social Club.

The concert featured local bands ‘Brave New World’ and ‘The Blue Yellows’.

November 18, 2015
Nantwich Town star Mat Bailey reveals Stockport County tie joy

Nantwich Town star Mat Bailey reveals Stockport County tie joy

By Richard Scott
When Nantwich Town were drawn to face Stockport County in the FA Trophy, it brought back happy memories for Dabbers defender Mat Bailey.

Bailey played for the Hatters between 2003 and 2005 when they were a League One side.

November 18, 2015
Government Minister Eustice to unveil food procurement plan in Nantwich

Government Minister Eustice to unveil food procurement plan in Nantwich

Government Minister George Eustice will be at Reaseheath College in Nantwich next week at a major food conference.

And Defra is expected to make a key announcement at the event on the Government’s plan to encourage public procurement.

November 18, 2015
Wainhomes bid for 104 homes in Nantwich booted out by Cheshire East

Wainhomes bid for 104 homes in Nantwich booted out by Cheshire East

A developer’s bid to build 104 houses in Nantwich, which was supported by Brine Leas School, has been refused by Cheshire East Council.

Wainhomes North West wanted permission to build 104 homes off Audlem Road, and free up extra land for Brine Leas for future expansion.

November 18, 2015
Councillors urged to throw out 170-homes plan at Moorfields, Willaston

Councillors urged to throw out 170-homes plan at Moorfields, Willaston

Councillors are being advised to throw out plans for 170 homes on land in Willaston, Nantwich.

The bid by Richborough Estates on land north of Moorfields, is due to be considered by Cheshire East Council’s Strategic Planning Board tomorrow (November 18)

November 17, 2015
Shavington Youth Centre gets £5,000 revamp from Cheshire Buddy Scheme

Shavington Youth Centre gets £5,000 revamp from Cheshire Buddy Scheme

Shavington Youth Centre has been re-opened by MP Edward Timpson after undergoing a £5,000 revamp.

The Central Cheshire Buddy Scheme received £5,000 from Cheshire East Council for important improvements.

November 17, 2015
Nantwich Primary Academy pupils bake for Children in Need

Nantwich Primary Academy pupils bake for Children in Need

Pupils at Nantwich Primary Academy supported Children in Need by holding a bake sale.

The youngsters have been busy baking and decorating Pudsey cupcakes, wearing silly socks and Pudsey ears, and also having a Pudsey Bear raffle.

November 17, 2015