Archive for October, 2018

Nantwich Civic to stage Crewe & District Parkinson’s UK fundraiser

Nantwich Civic to stage Crewe & District Parkinson’s UK fundraiser

Crewe and District Parkinson’s UK are to stage a fundraising concert at Nantwich Civic Hall on Saturday November 3.

The event has been organised by Sue Pickup, Vice Chairman of Crewe and District Parkinson’s UK, with help from family and committee members.

October 26, 2018
New sign unveiled for Nantwich’s Riverside orchard

New sign unveiled for Nantwich’s Riverside orchard

A new sign has been unveiled to help inform visitors about Nantwich’s riverside orchard.

Mayor of Nantwich Cllr David Marren joined Nantwich in Bloom members to unveil the sign on Nantwich Riverside behind Shrewbridge Road.

October 25, 2018
Wistaston Singers entertain Baptist Church crowd in Crewe

Wistaston Singers entertain Baptist Church crowd in Crewe

By Jonathan White
Wistaston Singers and The Kipling Singers took part in an evening concert at Union Street Baptist Church in Crewe.

Wistaston Singers performed music including West Side Story, Anything Goes, Unchained Melody, Sanctus, The Lord is My Shepherd, You Raise Me Up, and Flying Free.

October 25, 2018
Nantwich Library – what’s on in October and November

Nantwich Library – what’s on in October and November

Nantwich Library is hosting a series of events and workshops over the next few weeks.

Here is a full list of what’s on at the Beam Street venue for the rest of October and November.

October 25, 2018
Man, 35, charged with two armed robberies in Crewe

Man, 35, charged with two armed robberies in Crewe

A 35-year-old man has been charged with two counts of robbery after incidents in Crewe town centre.

Matthew Hurst, 35, of no fixed address, will appear at South and East Cheshire Magistrates today (October 26).

October 25, 2018
Two Cheshire College students compete for GB at European TeamGym Championships

Two Cheshire College students compete for GB at European TeamGym Championships

Two Cheshire College – South & West students represented Great Britain in the European TeamGym Championships in Portugal.

Sharni Jones, 17, and Kyle Everall, also 17, both former students at The Oaks Academy, competed for their country at the event last weekend (October 17-20).

October 24, 2018
Nantwich Town continue impressive run with 1-0 win away at Marine

Nantwich Town continue impressive run with 1-0 win away at Marine

Nantwich Town have made it 10 games unbeaten after securing a hard-fought victory on the road at Marine.

The Dabbers clinched the three points thanks to a Craig Lindfield goal on the stroke of half-time.

October 24, 2018
Police probe another armed robbery in Crewe after Game store raided

Police probe another armed robbery in Crewe after Game store raided

A masked armed robber raided the GAME store in Crewe today, threatening staff with a firearm.

Detectives are looking at possible links to a similar raid on the Subway store nearby just days ago.

October 24, 2018
Nantwich mum to launch new children’s book at library event

Nantwich mum to launch new children’s book at library event

A Nantwich mum is to launch her first children’s book this week at a Nantwich Library event.

Colette Warbrook’s “Help! I’ve Lost My Llama” will be featured at the library’s family storytime this Saturday (October 27).

October 24, 2018
Cheshire East Council Tax could rise by another 3% in 2019

Cheshire East Council Tax could rise by another 3% in 2019

Council taxpayers across Nantwich and Crewe could face another 2.99% Council Tax rise from April 2019 under draft proposals by Cheshire East Council.

The authority has unveiled its Pre-Budget Consultation Report for 2019 to 2022.

October 24, 2018
New Bench Bistro Bar in Nantwich proves big hit

New Bench Bistro Bar in Nantwich proves big hit

A new Bistro bar based at the old Shakespeare pub in Nantwich is proving a popular hit with customers.

Bench Bistro opened its doors on Beam Street earlier this month – and the three people behind the project are not short on experience.

October 22, 2018
Crewe & Nantwich 1sts stun league leaders Ludlow in dramatic 40-38 victory

Crewe & Nantwich 1sts stun league leaders Ludlow in dramatic 40-38 victory

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 1sts produced their performance of the season so far to topple league leaders Ludlow in dramatic fashion.

The Vagrants turned form on its head after four straight defeats when the leaders arrived.

October 22, 2018
2018 Nantwich Camera Club exhibitions opens at town museum

2018 Nantwich Camera Club exhibitions opens at town museum

The 2018 Nantwich Camera Club Photographic Exhibition has opened in the Millennium Gallery of Nantwich Museum.

It features recent work from members of the popular club, and includes superb print and projected images.

October 22, 2018