Archive for November, 2017

South Cheshire-based County Group buys Inspire Risk Management

South Cheshire-based County Group buys Inspire Risk Management

South Cheshire-based The County Group has acquired Inspire Risk Management Limited.

Inspire Risk Management, founded in 2008, specialises in providing insurance solutions for 2,000 corporate, commercial and private clients.

November 6, 2017
Police warning as burglars target Hatherton home

Police warning as burglars target Hatherton home

Police have warned homeowners in Hatherton near Nantwich after burglars targeted a property there.

The incident happened in the early hours of today (November 6).

November 6, 2017
Thousands enjoy Bonfire and fireworks celebrations across Crewe and Nantwich

Thousands enjoy Bonfire and fireworks celebrations across Crewe and Nantwich

By Jonathan White
Thousands of people enjoyed traditional Bonfire Night celebrations over the weekend, including large organised displays at Queens Park in Crewe, Willaston and Audlem.

Crewe and Nantwich Lions staged their annual Bonfire and Fireworks Display at Queens Park last night (November 5).

November 6, 2017
Hough boy Lewis Crossley, 7, dies after brave battle with rare leukaemia

Hough boy Lewis Crossley, 7, dies after brave battle with rare leukaemia

Brave South Cheshire youngster Lewis Crossley has lost his battle with a rare leukaemia disease.

The seven-year-old Stoke City fan, from Hough near Shavington, passed away at the weekend, just three months after he led his favourite team out against Arsenal

November 6, 2017
Square One top Premier Division in Crewe Regional Sunday League

Square One top Premier Division in Crewe Regional Sunday League

Square One are now top of Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division after beating AFC Leopard 4-3.

It was a remarkable game in which four penalties were awarded.

November 5, 2017
Bomb experts ‘explode’ grenade found near Nantwich

Bomb experts ‘explode’ grenade found near Nantwich

Army bomb experts were called in to carry out controlled explosion in Nantwich after a grenade was found.

It’s believed the grenade was unearthed by workers on the new Kingsley housing development in the Henhull area, although police have not confirmed the location.

November 5, 2017
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC beat Ludlow RFC 45-33

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC beat Ludlow RFC 45-33

By Gwil Roberts
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC clawed their way back from 12 points down for another fine win against Ludlow, 45-33.

Ludlow, in 8th place, arrived at second place Crewe desperate for points to avoid being dragged into a relegation battle.

November 5, 2017
Nantwich Town heroes valiant in FA Cup defeat at League Two Stevenage

Nantwich Town heroes valiant in FA Cup defeat at League Two Stevenage

Nantwich Town were cheered to the rafters as they more than held their own for most of their FA Cup 1st Round defeat away at League Two Stevenage.

But they were ultimately undone by superior set-plays and clinical finishing, toppling out of the competition with a 5-0 defeat.

November 5, 2017
Nantwich bus users face more travel problems amid Arriva strike days

Nantwich bus users face more travel problems amid Arriva strike days

Hundreds of bus users in Nantwich and Crewe face five more days of travel problems as Arriva drivers continue strike action.

The next day of industrial action takes place on Monday (November 6), with no Arriva bus services across South Cheshire, warns Arriva North West.

November 4, 2017
Wistaston family visit Diabetes specialist after raising £5,000

Wistaston family visit Diabetes specialist after raising £5,000

A Wistaston family spent a day with Manchester scientists at the forefront of research into diabetes.

Emma Horne, 15, was invited to St Mary’s Hospital after she helped raise £5,000 for Diabetes UK in her role as Wistaston Rose Queen.

November 4, 2017
Hospital to stage Remembrance Service for children who died

Hospital to stage Remembrance Service for children who died

A remembrance service will take place to celebrate the lives of Crewe and Nantwich children and babies who have died.

The annual service is organised by Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT), which manages Crewe’s Leighton Hospital.

November 4, 2017
Unpaid carers in Crewe and Nantwich given funding boost

Unpaid carers in Crewe and Nantwich given funding boost

Crewe and Nantwich residents who act as unpaid carers for a loved one can now access up to £500 from a new fund set up to pay for breaks.

The new Carers’ Living Well Fund, launched on November 1, is a joint initiative by Cheshire East Council, NHS Eastern Cheshire and NHS South Cheshire clinical commissioning groups.

November 2, 2017
Crewe finance firm donates £2,350 to RSPCA Stapeley Grange

Crewe finance firm donates £2,350 to RSPCA Stapeley Grange

Staff at a South Cheshire finance firm have raised more than £2,300 to buy vital equipment for RSPCA Stapeley Grange wildlife centre.

Crystal Legal Services in Crewe handed over a mix of cash and presents to the centre on London Road, Nantwich, following a major fundraising drive.

November 2, 2017