Archive for November, 2018

Nantwich Scouts participate in UK Parliament Week

Nantwich Scouts participate in UK Parliament Week

Members of 7th SWC Millfields Nantwich Scouts enjoyed participating in this year’s UK Parliament Week.

UK Parliament Week is an annual festival that engages people across the UK with Parliament, explores what it means to them and empowers them to get involved.

November 27, 2018

Christmas Concert – Goodwill to All

Wednesday 19th December .Sandbach Choral Society Christmas Concert . Carols, Music and Readings,Conductor Christopher Cromar St Michael’s Church,Ford Lane,Coppenhall,Crewe at 7.30pm Tickets:£12/£10 (Con.),accompanied under 16s free From Ticket Sec.07941 183812, choir members,and on the door on the evening of the Concert. See www.sandbachchoral.co.uk

November 27, 2018
Cheshire East Council considers parking charge fee rise

Cheshire East Council considers parking charge fee rise

Motorists in Nantwich and Crewe could face higher car park fees from March under Cheshire East Council plans.

Charges could rise by 10p on all council-owned car parks across each tariff, and resident parking permits could also go up.

November 27, 2018
Elle’s Christmas Party raises £3,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Trust

Elle’s Christmas Party raises £3,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Trust

A special “Elle’s Christmas” party in memory of cystic fibrosis sufferer Elle Morris helped raise almost £3,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust.

The event, in the Nantwich Suite at Rookery Hall & Spa in Nantwich, was heled to remember the life of Nantwich youngster Elle who died aged 11 at Great Ormond Street Hospital in January this year.

November 27, 2018
Councillors welcome Ofsted report of Cheshire East child social care service

Councillors welcome Ofsted report of Cheshire East child social care service

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
Councillors have welcomed an Ofsted report which has praised Cheshire East’s children’s social care service, writes Stephen Topping.

Inspectors highlighted the way social workers knew the children they were helping and how frequently they visited them, following a visit to the local authority on October 30 and 31.

November 27, 2018
Pensioner badly beaten in “vicious” street attack in Crewe

Pensioner badly beaten in “vicious” street attack in Crewe

An elderly man from Crewe suffered serious facial injuries after being assaulted by a stranger in the town.

The 71-year-old victim and his wife were walking along West Street when they realised they were being followed by a man neither of them recognised.

November 26, 2018
Nantwich in Bloom hails “tremendous accolade” after eighth consecutive Gold

Nantwich in Bloom hails “tremendous accolade” after eighth consecutive Gold

Members of Nantwich in Bloom have hailed their eighth consecutive Gold Award at the North West in Bloom Awards as a “tremendous accolade”.

An army of volunteers helped keep the town clean and colourful over the spring and summer, despite the searing temperatures and drought-like conditions.

November 26, 2018
Crewe & District Parkinson’s UK branch raises £5,600 at Nantwich event

Crewe & District Parkinson’s UK branch raises £5,600 at Nantwich event

The Crewe & District Parkinson’s UK team has raised an amazing £5,600 at a fundraiser at Nantwich Civic Hall.

Sue Pickup, vice chairman of Crewe and District Parkinson’s UK, was helped by family and committee members in putting on the show.

November 26, 2018
Crewe Lyceum to host “Dear Santa” production for youngsters

Crewe Lyceum to host “Dear Santa” production for youngsters

Dear Zoo author Rod Campbell is bringing his hit-festive story Dear Santa to Crewe Lyceum this weekend.

The show, aimed at youngsters aged under 7, is full of Christmas songs and audience participation.

November 26, 2018
Willaston White Star hit five in Crewe Regional Premier Division

Willaston White Star hit five in Crewe Regional Premier Division

Willaston White Star hit White Lion Ford Lane for five in their Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division clash.

Star got off to a flying start with a first minute goal from Luke Gillan, and added further goals from Liam Tetlow, Michal Boryczewski and Fraser Pyke-Wint (2).

November 26, 2018
St Anne’s Primary in Nantwich run Odd Socks Day in anti-bullying week

St Anne’s Primary in Nantwich run Odd Socks Day in anti-bullying week

Pupils at St Anne’s Primary School in Nantwich put their best feet forward during anti-bullying week!

The youngsters took part in a week-long series of activities to celebrate being different – including a colourful “Off Socks Day”.

November 25, 2018
Steve Jones nets last minute winner as Nantwich Town beat Marine 3-2

Steve Jones nets last minute winner as Nantwich Town beat Marine 3-2

By James Brown
A Steve Jones header inside the final minute saw Nantwich Town earn a last-gasp 3-2 win over Marine AFC.

The Dabbers went 2-0 in the first half, but Marine hit back to level before veteran Jones pounced for a dramatic late winner.

November 25, 2018
Car Transplants helps motor vehicle students at Reaseheath College

Car Transplants helps motor vehicle students at Reaseheath College

Motor vehicle students at Reaseheath College in Nantwich are learning their trade on the latest road cars thanks to local automotive company Car Transplants.

The latest intake of vehicle technicians are developing practical skills on a range of models and static engines loaned by Car Transplants as part of its long partnership with the college.

November 24, 2018