Archive for March, 2018

Flashback - Paul and Joe rescued by RNLI

Nantwich boy, 13, saved firefighter dad with CPR and kiss of life in sea drama

A firefighter owes his life to his 13-year-old Nantwich son who gave him CPR and the kiss of life during a dramatic incident at sea off Anglesey.

Young Joe Rowlands, of Snowcrest Place, Stapeley, was kayaking in Ynys Dulas off Lligwy beach with his dad Paul when their sit-on kayak started taking on water.

March 8, 2018
95% of pothole compensation claims rejected, says Cheshire East Council

95% of pothole compensation claims rejected, says Cheshire East Council

Cheshire East Council road chiefs say there has been a “sharp decline” in compensation claims for pothole damage – and that 95% of claims are rejected.

They also believe the decline is due to the authority’s “co-ordinated and robust evidence-based approach to prevention, as well as repairs”.

March 8, 2018
Malbank School to remember ex pupil 100 years after his World War One death

Malbank School to remember ex pupil 100 years after his World War One death

The family of a soldier killed in World War One will be at Malbank School in Nantwich for a moving memorial ceremony, 100 years after his death.

A War Memorial outside the school on Welsh Row details the death of Private Griffiths, who was a former Malbank pupil, during the Great War.

March 8, 2018
Singing star Milly Forrest to perform with Nantwich Choral Society

Singing star Milly Forrest to perform with Nantwich Choral Society

Nantwich is to welcome singing sensation Milly Forrest, a former cloakroom attendant who shot to fame after standing in for a soprano who was ill.

The 24-year-old wowed critics last year when she stepped into the spotlight at the world-famous chamber music venue Wigmore Hall in London where she worked evenings as an usher.

March 8, 2018
Nantwich driver blasts Cheshire East Council after 4ft pothole claim is refused

Nantwich driver blasts Cheshire East Council after 4ft pothole claim is refused

A Nantwich driver whose car was badly damaged by this massive 4ft-long pothole, said he was refused compensation because Cheshire East Council told him the road was fine!

Kevin Tew’s car suffered nearly £150 damage when it plunged into this 5in deep, 18in wide “bunker” on a bend on Main Road in Weston.

March 7, 2018
Hundreds brave winter chill to enjoy Reaseheath’s newborn lambs

Hundreds brave winter chill to enjoy Reaseheath’s newborn lambs

Hundreds of local families flocked to Reaseheath College in Nantwich to welcome newly born lambs into the world.

And Reaseheath’s sheep flock put on a spectacular show, with 10 ewes producing 24 lambs within hours of the opening of the lambing sheds.

March 7, 2018
Nantwich Town suffer sixth home defeat, losing 2-0 to Matlock

Nantwich Town suffer sixth home defeat, losing 2-0 to Matlock

By Steve Sharman
Two first half goals saw Nantwich Town suffer their sixth home defeat of the season as they were beaten 2-0 by Matlock Town at the Weaver Stadium.

Goals from Michael Williams and Ricardo German in the first period were enough for Matlock with Gladiators’ keeper Richard Walton making late saves from Steve Jones and Toby Mullarkey.

March 7, 2018
Preview: Crewe Amateur Musicals Society’s ‘My Fair Lady’

Preview: Crewe Amateur Musicals Society’s ‘My Fair Lady’

By Claire Faulkner
Crewe Amateur Musicals Society have been busy rehearsing for their latest production of My Fair Lady.

And Charlotte Blake is looking forward to playing Eliza Dolittle.

March 6, 2018
Nantwich youngsters in driving seat for Jaguar ‘ultimate driving experience’

Nantwich youngsters in driving seat for Jaguar ‘ultimate driving experience’

Nantwich youngsters can be firmly in the driving seat of one of the top sports cars.

Jaguar is to stage an “ultimate young driver experience” at Dorfold Hall in Nantwich aimed at 11-17 year olds.

March 6, 2018
Wybunbury Delves pupils excel in Times Tables Rock Stars contest

Wybunbury Delves pupils excel in Times Tables Rock Stars contest

Pupils at Wybunbury Delves Primary School near Nantwich proved they are “Times Tables Rock Stars” after their performance in a school competition.

In a contest involving several schools, Year 5 Wybunbury youngsters answered a staggering 53,149 questions correctly.

March 6, 2018

Needle Felting Workshop

Louise Darlington, who many of you may remember from the Volunteer Forum in 2017 is back again. This time with a woodland theme, Louise will take you through the steps of needle felting enabling you to create a gorgeous felted creature to take home with you at the end of the day. Needle Felting is a form of felting using[Read More…]

March 6, 2018
Police probe after fire crews tackle car blaze in Nantwich field

Police probe after fire crews tackle car blaze in Nantwich field

Police and fire crews were called to a vehicle blaze in a field in Nantwich.

The incident happened shortly after 6.30pm last night (March 5) off Crewe Road.

March 6, 2018
MP Laura Smith praises Crewe UTC during college visit

MP Laura Smith praises Crewe UTC during college visit

MP for Crewe and Nantwich Laura Smith praised staff and students at the new Crewe UTC.

The first cohort of students are working hard at the new college where they use high tech facilities and equipment including the workshop, virtual reality engineering, mechatronics and the new Joseph Locke building.

March 5, 2018