Archive for April, 2017

Nantwich Town close to play-off place after 3-0 win over Ilkeston

Nantwich Town close to play-off place after 3-0 win over Ilkeston

Nantwich Town are close to securing a play-off spot as they beat already relegated Ilkeston 3-0 at the Weaver Stadium.

The Dabbers needed to show patience against the Robins who set up to counter attack and frustrate the home side.

April 15, 2017
High Court throws Muller lifeline in ongoing Stapeley housing battle

High Court throws Muller lifeline in ongoing Stapeley housing battle

A High Court judge has thrown Muller Property a lifeline in its bid to build a controversial 1,100-home ‘Nantwich South’ village in Stapeley.

The judge has quashed a decision by the Secretary of State last August which had refused Muller’s attempt to overturn Cheshire East Council’s original rejection of the development’s first phase.

April 15, 2017
Stapeley Litter Group appeal for new members to clean up area

Stapeley Litter Group appeal for new members to clean up area

Stapeley Litter Group is appealing for new members as more and more rubbish is being collected each month.

In their latest pick, they collected 14 bags of rubbish, five wheel hubs, a couple of signs and one rusty bike.

April 14, 2017
21st Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival up and running

21st Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival up and running

By Jonathan White
The 21st Nantwich Jazz, Blues & Music Festival is up and running with thousands enjoying some fine performances.

Organisers expect 40,000 people to attend the festival during its five-day period April 13-17.

April 14, 2017
Banks Sheridan dishes out Easter Eggs treat for Wingate Centre

Banks Sheridan dishes out Easter Eggs treat for Wingate Centre

South Cheshire accountants Banks Sheridan dished out an Easter Egg treat for youngsters at the Wingate Centre in Wrenbury.

Liz Faulkner, from Banks Sheridan, handed the Easter Eggs to a group of young people from Penn Hall School who had enjoyed a four-night break at the centre near Nantwich.

April 14, 2017

Tea at The Tower – St Mary’s, Acton

St Mary’s Church, Acton Invite You to ‘Tea at The Tower’ Every Sunday Afternoon 2-30 till 4-30 pm …….. Just come along ……. it’s an experience you’ll love! Contacts: Stephen Davies 07731800663 or Deana 624889

April 13, 2017
Rare ring-tailed coati cared for by RSPCA staff in Nantwich

Rare ring-tailed coati cared for by RSPCA staff in Nantwich

Staff at the RSPCA wildlife centre in Nantwich are caring for an exotic patient – a South American or ‘ring-tailed’ coati.

The mammal, native to South America, was picked up by an RSPCA inspector in North Yorkshire after he was found wandering loose in a street on April 2.

April 13, 2017
Star Wars takeover of Nantwich shop boosts deaf-blind charity

Star Wars takeover of Nantwich shop boosts deaf-blind charity

Nantwich charity shop Sense has had a Star Wars takeover this week – to help boost funds for the deaf and blind.

The store, on Pepper Street, has been promoting a prize draw to win an exclusive autograph book, signed by the cast and crew of the iconic movie franchise.

April 13, 2017
Steve Cram is guest speaker for South Cheshire Chamber annual dinner

Steve Cram is guest speaker for South Cheshire Chamber annual dinner

Star athlete Steve Cram will be guest speaker at the South Cheshire Chamber of Commerce annual business dinner.

The event has returned to the Chamber calendar and organisers are delighted to announce the appearance of the record-breaking runner at Crewe Hall on June 29.

April 13, 2017
Nantwich man’s phone app for deaf people proves massive hit

Nantwich man’s phone app for deaf people proves massive hit

A Nantwich businessman’s clever app for deaf people is proving a massive hit, with thousands of downloads across the globe.

Steven Mifsud, who was born deaf, developed the app as he became frustrated with the lack of innovation to help people like him.

April 12, 2017
Football pundit Robbie Savage to speak at Rotary night in Nantwich

Football pundit Robbie Savage to speak at Rotary night in Nantwich

Former Crewe Alex star and current football pundit Robbie Savage will be in Nantwich to speak at a special event.

Savage will headline a night of entertainment organised by Crewe and Nantwich Weaver Rotary Club at Nantwich Civic Hall on May 18.

April 12, 2017

‘Crewe Passion Play’, Good Friday (14th April 2017)

A ‘Crewe Passion Play’ will take place in Crewe town centre on Good Friday (14th April 2017). The event will begin with a gathering prayer at St Mary’s Church (St Mary’s Street, Crewe) at 10:40am, then from 11am will weave around Crewe town centre, including Victoria Street, the Square and Market Street, before concluding at Victoria Square at 12pm. The[Read More…]

April 12, 2017
Health advice for Easter weekend in South Cheshire

Health advice for Easter weekend in South Cheshire

Health bosses at NHS South Cheshire Clinical Commissioning Group have reassured people who fall ill over Easter they can still access help.

Opening hours for GP practices and pharmacies will be different over the long Easter weekend, with many closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday.

April 12, 2017