Archive for January, 2019

Stolen Nantwich dog Mouse found in Anglesey

Stolen Nantwich dog Mouse found in Anglesey

A beloved family dog stolen from a car in Nantwich before Christmas has been found – in Anglesey!

The theft of terrier called Mouse sparked a major social media campaign, and Nantwich Police also appealed for help.

January 5, 2019
Nominate now for Nantwich Mayor’s ‘Salt of the Earth’ awards

Nominate now for Nantwich Mayor’s ‘Salt of the Earth’ awards

Nantwich residents have a chance to vote for people who make a real difference to the town in this year’s Nantwich Mayor “Salt of the Earth” awards.

Current Mayor Cllr David Marren is following in the footsteps of former Mayors in staging the awards to recognise and celebrate the achievements of individuals, groups and businesses.

January 4, 2019
Popular Nantwich pub to close for three weeks for refurbishment

Popular Nantwich pub to close for three weeks for refurbishment

A popular Nantwich pub is to undergo a revamp this month as part of a new tenancy agreement.

Bosses at award-winning pub The Leopard, on London Road, are celebrating after agreeing another five-year tenancy deal with Joules Brewery.

January 4, 2019
Woman, 58, killed in A500 collision with tractor

Woman, 58, killed in A500 collision with tractor

A 58-year-old woman died following a collision with a tractor on the A500 near Crewe.

Police say the accident happened at around 10pm last night (Thursday January 3) in the Barthomley area.

January 4, 2019
Andrews Panto & Plays Society to stage comedy Christmas Carol

Andrews Panto & Plays Society to stage comedy Christmas Carol

By Jonathan White
The Andrews Panto & Plays Society (TAPPS) are performing a comedy version of ‘A Christmas Carol’ on January 11 and 12.

The show will be at St Andrew’s Church Hall, Bedford Street, Crewe starting at 7pm both days with a matinee on Saturday at 2pm.

January 3, 2019
Revamped St Luke’s Hospice “Midnight Walk” to include men

Revamped St Luke’s Hospice “Midnight Walk” to include men

The biggest St Luke’s Hospice fundraiser of the year is receiving a New Year makeover – and for the first time will include men!

The “Midnight Walk”, which has seen thousands of women taking part in a sponsored walk between Nantwich and Crewe for the past 14 years, will look a little different this year, say organisers.

January 3, 2019
Wistaston Scout Group sets up aluminium can collection scheme

Wistaston Scout Group sets up aluminium can collection scheme

By Jonathan White
Wistaston Scout Group (35th South West Cheshire) has set up new aluminium can collection bins in Wistaston to raise money for the group.

The new bins are located in Wistaston on the car park at Wistaston Memorial Hall on Church Lane, outside Wistonia Stores on Kings Drive), and outside the new Co-op on Crewe Road.

January 3, 2019
121 wanted criminals arrested in Cheshire Police Christmas crackdown

121 wanted criminals arrested in Cheshire Police Christmas crackdown

Cheshire Police chiefs say they have rounded up 121 wanted criminals in a Christmas operation to make the streets safer.

Operation Jingles ran throughout December as part of the Constabulary’s “All We Want For Christmas” campaign focusing on areas of crime prevention such as burglary, drink-driving and robbery.

January 2, 2019
Apprentices hailed by Cheshire-based Swansway Motor Group

Apprentices hailed by Cheshire-based Swansway Motor Group

Almost 70 apprentices across 20 locations enjoyed a graduation ceremony courtesy of Cheshire-based Swansway Motor Group.

The ceremony was held after the latest batch completed a tough three years of training.

January 2, 2019
Nantwich mum’s charity mountain climb for children’s trust

Nantwich mum’s charity mountain climb for children’s trust

A Nantwich mum with a phobia of heights is embarking on a mountain climb challenge in Africa to help raise funds for a local Adventure Farm trust.

Sarah Smith, 43, is hoping the charity trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro will raise more than £2,000 to fund youngsters’ breaks at the Adventure Farm Trust in Altrincham.

January 2, 2019

SHRECK

The Audlem 5A’s Drama group are getting all set to perform SHRECK written and adapted by Audlem resident Colin Cliffe. The show is going to be performed over 5 performances with 4 evening showings and a Saturday Matinee performance. This is a first for the group that features members ageing from 6 years old to 76 years old. Dates: Wednesday[Read More…]

January 2, 2019
Striker Joe Malkin signs new deal with Nantwich Town

Striker Joe Malkin signs new deal with Nantwich Town

Forward Joe Malkin has signed a new contracted committing his future to Nantwich Town, the club has announced.

Malkin joined the club in the summer from Cammell Laird and scored five goals in December.

January 2, 2019
Fire crews attend kitchen incident in Nantwich

Fire crews attend kitchen incident in Nantwich

Unattended cooking caused a Nantwich home to be smoke-logged during a New Year’s Eve incident, say fire crews.

Firefighters from Nantwich and Crewe were called to reports of a kitchen blaze on Hastings Road in Nantwich at around 5.10pm.

January 2, 2019