Archive for January, 2016

Nantwich Town make history with 5-0 FA Trophy victory

Nantwich Town make history with 5-0 FA Trophy victory

By Jamie Davies
Nantwich Town made history by reaching the third round of the FA Trophy for the first time by thumping Bradford Park Avenue 5-0.

Matt Bell’s beautiful left foot finish opened the scoring six minutes before the interval to put the Dabbers into the lead.

January 26, 2016
Nantwich Oxfam shop staff donated 100 bird books

Nantwich Oxfam shop staff donated 100 bird books

Staff at a charity shop in Nantwich are getting in a flap – over a donation of 100 bird books!

Volunteers were stunned when a single donor winged in to the Oxfam Bookshop on Pepper Street.

January 26, 2016
Police search for missing Nantwich pensioner Roy Tomlinson

Police search for missing Nantwich pensioner Roy Tomlinson

Police are appealing for help to find an elderly Nantwich man suffering dementia who has gone missing.

Roy Tomlinson, 82, was reported missing shortly before 5pm today (January 26) from the Shrewbridge Road area of Nantwich.

January 26, 2016
Police appeal after street attack in Nantwich leaves man in hospital

Police appeal after street attack in Nantwich leaves man in hospital

Detectives want witnesses to an attack which has left one victim in hospital with serious injuries.

Officers from Crewe Local Policing unit say the “serious assault” happened close to Nakatcha nightclub, on Welsh Row.

January 26, 2016

2-Week free trial Kumon Nantwich

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January 26, 2016
Top two pull away in Crewe Regional Sunday Premier League

Top two pull away in Crewe Regional Sunday Premier League

Top two Square One and Railway Hotel have opened up a gap in the chase for the Crewe Regional Sunday Premier League title.

They took advantage of a slip up by third placed Crewe Athletic to open up a five-point lead.

January 25, 2016
Panto and Plays Society thrills audiences in Crewe

Panto and Plays Society thrills audiences in Crewe

By Jonathan White
A “Jack and the Beanstalk” performance by The Andrews Panto & Plays Society (TAPPS) has helped to raise money for St Andrew’s Church restoration fund.

The performance, held at St Andrew’s Church Hall in Crewe, also helped funds for Cancer Research UK.

January 25, 2016
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC beaten 39-5 by leaders Bridgnorth

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC beaten 39-5 by leaders Bridgnorth

Crewe & Nantwich’s winning streak was brought to an abrupt end at League leaders Bridgnorth, when they were beaten by five tries to one.

Bridgnorth, who are on roll in the Shropshire Cup and in Midlands 1 West, looked every bit like potential champions as their well drilled and balanced side overcame a spirited Crewe outfit.

January 25, 2016
Brine Leas head hails “strong partnership” amid latest performance tables

Brine Leas head hails “strong partnership” amid latest performance tables

The headteacher of Brine Leas School in Nantwich has hailed a “really strong partnership” amid latest performance tables published by the Government.

Andrew Cliffe said staff, students and families working together has helped to achieve strong results for the Audlem Road school.

January 25, 2016
Peppa Pig’s Surprise live show comes to Crewe Lyceum

Peppa Pig’s Surprise live show comes to Crewe Lyceum

The new Peppa Pig live stage show, Peppa Pig’s Surprise, visits Crewe Lyceum in February as part of a UK tour.

The favourite children’s character will be in South Cheshire on February 3 and 4.

January 25, 2016
Nantwich Town chairman challenges league over Darlington ruling

Nantwich Town chairman challenges league over Darlington ruling

Nantwich Town chairman Tony Davison has hit out after a promotion rival only received a suspended points deduction for fielding an ineligible player.

Evo-Stik Premier League has decided not to immediately deduct Darlington points after they were found guilty of selecting Anthony Bell in eight matches early in the season.

January 24, 2016
Troops march on Nantwich as thousands enjoy Holly Holy Day event

Troops march on Nantwich as thousands enjoy Holly Holy Day event

By Jonathan White
Troops marched and battled each other as thousands of people flocked to Nantwich to enjoy the town’s Holly Holy Day celebrations.

The event, which also included a Winter Fayre, took place in and around Nantwich town centre and on Mill Island in dry weather.

January 24, 2016
Woman and rescue dog to trek Nantwich to Llangollen for charity

Woman and rescue dog to trek Nantwich to Llangollen for charity

A woman suffering from a rare thyroid disease is to trek from Nantwich to Llangollen with her rescue dog in aid of charity.

Emma Husband and border terrier cross Timo will be completing the 60-mile trek in May along the canal.

January 24, 2016