Archive for September, 2016

McCormick’s cafe couple hoping to sell after 30 years in Nantwich

McCormick’s cafe couple hoping to sell after 30 years in Nantwich

A couple who arrived in Nantwich on a barge holiday and ended up staying for 30 YEARS, are set to sail off into the sunset.

Peter and Wendy McCormick have run the popular McCormick’s cafe and sandwich bar on Pepper Street for three decades.

September 29, 2016
Dave Johns to compere next Nantwich ‘Very Best in Stand Up’

Dave Johns to compere next Nantwich ‘Very Best in Stand Up’

‘The Very Best In Stand Up’ returns to Nantwich Civil Hall on October 7.

Four top stand up comedians from around the globe will be performing – led by compere Dave Johns on his return to the town.

September 29, 2016
Young Nantwich girl stars in Strictly Come Dancing opener

Young Nantwich girl stars in Strictly Come Dancing opener

A Nantwich girl was one of the young stars in the opening night of BBC hit show Strictly Come Dancing.

Nine-year-old Sienna Street was invited to be part of the opening group dance on the show.

September 29, 2016
Review: Joan Collins Unscripted, Crewe Lyceum

Review: Joan Collins Unscripted, Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
A packed audience at the Lyceum in Crewe were treated to an unforgettable evening of entertainment with Hollywood icon Joan Collins.

British superstar Dame Joan was in Crewe with her one woman show ‘Unscripted’.

September 29, 2016
Nantwich Film Club supporters help out town Food Bank

Nantwich Film Club supporters help out town Food Bank

Nantwich Film Club supporters are throwing their backing behind the town’s Food Bank.

The volunteer-run community cinema club is urging supporters to donate packaged food items and tins during monthly film showings at Nantwich Civic Hall.

September 28, 2016
Nantwich Town stunning fightback to beat Warrington Town

Nantwich Town stunning fightback to beat Warrington Town

Nantwich Town produced an amazing late show to grab all three points at Cheshire rivals Warrington Town.

The Dabbers were 2-0 with only eight minutes left when they turned the game on its head.

September 28, 2016

Nantwich Film Club comes to the Local Civic Hall

Nantwich Film Club with the co-operation of the Nantwich Civic Hall, show films on a monthly basis on the second Monday of each month. International, Foreign Language and classic films are shown to a mixed audience of local people. It’s only £5.00 so put the date in your Diary.

September 28, 2016

The Axis Slam 2016

If you know what a slam is, then you know what’s in store. If you don’t, then expect to be entertained, moved, lifted and transported by competitive poetry, as the slammers bring you everything in their arsenal to be crowned the Axis Slam Champ 2016. And the stakes are higher than ever – our competing poets will win cash prizes[Read More…]

September 28, 2016
South Cheshire cyclist killed in Mow Cop tree collision

South Cheshire cyclist killed in Mow Cop tree collision

A South Cheshire cyclist has died after he ploughed into a tree near Mow Cop, police said.

The 36-year-old victim, from Crewe, was pronounced dead at the scene after the collision on Mow Lane.

September 28, 2016
Mount Kilimanjaro trek to raise South Cheshire charity funds

Mount Kilimanjaro trek to raise South Cheshire charity funds

Nantwich folk have a chance to take part in a charity trek of a lifetime – up Mount Kilimanjaro!

The trek will help raise vital funds for Mid Cheshire Hospitals Charity, C.R.Y For Matthew, and Wingate Children’s Centre in Wrenbury.

September 28, 2016
Nantwich boxer Nathan Gorman “blessed” at title fight chance

Nantwich boxer Nathan Gorman “blessed” at title fight chance

Nantwich heavyweight boxer Nathan Gorman believes he is a blessed man after two setbacks led to him being given his first title opportunity.

The Ricky Hatton-trained fighter faces Sheffield giant David Howe for the vacant Central Area title on Hatton Boxing’s “The Beginning” event at Fenton Manor in Stoke on October 1.

September 27, 2016
Welsh Row/Waterlode traffic lights set to be switched on in Nantwich

Welsh Row/Waterlode traffic lights set to be switched on in Nantwich

A new traffic lights system on one of Nantwich’s busiest junctions has finally been switched on, despite weeks of delays.

The lights improvement is taking place at the junction of Welsh Row and Waterlode, but temporary lights have been in place for several weeks, causing long delays

September 27, 2016
White Horse shock AFC Barkode in Presidents Cup

White Horse shock AFC Barkode in Presidents Cup

Division One club White Horse provided the big shock in the Presidents Cup with a 3-2 win over Premier Division AFC Barkode.

Davis bagged two goals and Wharton scored the third for White Horse with Clark and Todd scoring for AFC Barkode.

September 26, 2016