Archive for September, 2017

Hundreds enjoy South Cheshire Model Society open day

Hundreds enjoy South Cheshire Model Society open day

By Jonathan White
Hundreds of train fanatics enjoyed South Cheshire Model Engineering Society’s annual Open Day

Visitors braved wet weather to attend the event at the rear of The Peacock Inn, on Crewe Road, Willaston.

September 13, 2017
Nantwich Riding for Disabled Group to stage Fun Day

Nantwich Riding for Disabled Group to stage Fun Day

Nantwich & District Riding for Disabled Group are to stage a Fun Day this Sunday September 17.

The event takes place at Reaseheath College Equestrian Centre from 2-4pm.

September 13, 2017
South Cheshire Chamber seeks out Young Apprentice of the Year

South Cheshire Chamber seeks out Young Apprentice of the Year

South Cheshire Chamber of Commerce is on the hunt for the Young Apprentice of the Year as part of its annual awards.

Organisers are expecting a flurry of activity as deadline for its 21st anniversary Business Awards draws near.

September 13, 2017
Tish with mum Beryl

Daughter’s moving tribute to Nantwich pensioner who died in A534 crash

The grieving daughter of a popular Nantwich pensioner has paid tribute after she died in a road accident on the A534.

Beryl Hilton, 84, was a passenger in a car which collided with a lorry on Nantwich Road, near the Old Manor pub.

September 13, 2017
Fallen trees and flooding but South Cheshire escapes Storm Aileen

Fallen trees and flooding but South Cheshire escapes Storm Aileen

Storm Aileen blew through South Cheshire overnight, causing trees to fall and roads to flood.

But Nantwich and surrounding areas escaped lightly with little structural damage, says Cheshire East Council.

September 13, 2017
Nantwich Town held 1-1 by Marine at stormy Weaver Stadium

Nantwich Town held 1-1 by Marine at stormy Weaver Stadium

Nantwich Town were held to a 1-1 draw by a strong Marine side in wet and windy conditions at the Weaver Stadium.

The Dabbers had taken a first half lead and looked in control despite Marine pressure.

September 13, 2017
Police issue Storm Aileen warning to Crewe and Nantwich residents

Police issue Storm Aileen warning to Crewe and Nantwich residents

Nantwich and Crewe residents are being warned to be prepared as Storm Aileen is set to sweep through Cheshire tonight (Sept 12)

The Met Office has issued an Amber weather warning for Cheshire, with forecasters predicting winds of up to 75mph.

September 12, 2017
Cheshire East Council chiefs seek stronger powers to tackle dog fouling

Cheshire East Council chiefs seek stronger powers to tackle dog fouling

Council chiefs are seeking stronger powers to tackle dog fouling which plagues the streets and open spaces of Nantwich and Crewe.

Cheshire East Council wants to impose a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) on all its public spaces.

September 12, 2017
Review: Nantwich Players production of ‘The Game’

Review: Nantwich Players production of ‘The Game’

By Claire Faulkner
Nantwich Players have kicked off their new season this week with their own performance of The Game.

Directed by Jerry Park and written by Harold Brighouse, this delightful comedy is all about family, football, class and love.

September 11, 2017
Hairdresser teams up with Nantwich care scheme to launch new salon

Hairdresser teams up with Nantwich care scheme to launch new salon

Mobile hairdresser Jo Puttnam is proving she can still cut it – by opening a new salon inside a Nantwich care village.

Jo has teamed up with Mill House on Queens Drive to breath new life into the salon for residents living on the site.

September 11, 2017
Fire chiefs warning after man rescued from Nantwich flat blaze

Fire chiefs warning after man rescued from Nantwich flat blaze

A man was rescued from his burning Nantwich flat in the middle of the night after leaving cooking unattended.

The incident, on Hospital Street in the town centre, has sparked a warning from fire chiefs.

September 11, 2017
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC kick off league campaign with win over Walsall

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC kick off league campaign with win over Walsall

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 1sts began life in Midlands 2 West (North) Division with a convincing 39 -22 home win against Walsall RFC.

The hosts included many new faces after 10 players retired or left the club to play elsewhere.

September 11, 2017
Nantwich CC 1sts miss out as rain hits Premier League title bid

Nantwich CC 1sts miss out as rain hits Premier League title bid

Nantwich CC missed out on the Cheshire County Premier League title as rain hit their penultimate game away at Grappenhall.

The 1sts had to settle for weather-affected draw and 11 points near Warrington.

September 10, 2017