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Nantwich bus pass holders “penalised” by current timetable, say users

Nantwich bus pass holders “penalised” by current timetable, say users

Elderly bus users in Nantwich are calling for timetable changes to key morning routes so they can use their free passes.

They say they are being disadvantaged because the number 89 bus to Wrexham leaves Nantwich bus station at 9.25am.

November 10, 2016
Bare Bones Marketing shortlisted in South Cheshire Chamber awards

Bare Bones Marketing shortlisted in South Cheshire Chamber awards

Bare Bones Marketing has been nominated for two South Cheshire Chamber of Commerce and Industry awards.

The company, run by Emma Dalzell, is in the running for Excellence in Customer Service and Small Business of the Year.

November 10, 2016
HSBC to close Nantwich branch because of “52% drop in footfall”

HSBC to close Nantwich branch because of “52% drop in footfall”

HSBC Bank chiefs have revealed they are to close the Nantwich branch because of a dramatic drop in footfall.

The branch, on the corner of High Street and Hospital Street, is set to close on January 27.

November 10, 2016
RSPCA staff in Nantwich treat owl trapped in house after falling down chimney

RSPCA staff in Nantwich treat owl trapped in house after falling down chimney

RSPCA staff in Nantwich ‘flue’ to the rescue of an owl which had fallen down a chimney and had become stranded in an empty house!

The RSPCA was called to help fire crew rescue the owl after neighbours had spotted him sitting on the window ledge inside the vacant property.

November 9, 2016
Police probe two burglaries on Audlem Road, Nantwich

Police probe two burglaries on Audlem Road, Nantwich

Police are probing two house burglaries which happened on Audlem Road in Nantwich.

Officers received two separate reports of break-ins in the early hours of the morning yesterday (November 8).

November 9, 2016
Willaston van driver killed in A500 crash at Barthomley named by police

Willaston van driver killed in A500 crash at Barthomley named by police

A Willaston man killed in the A500 crash at Barthomley, has been named as 31-year-old Neil Dey.

A van and a HGV collided on the road between the M6 and the roundabout for the Shavington bypass.

November 8, 2016
Co-op store donates balance bikes to Stapeley pupils

Co-op store donates balance bikes to Stapeley pupils

The new-look Co-op store in Stapeley marked its re-opening by donating new balance bikes and equipment to Pear Tree School.

Pupils were delighted to receive seven new bikes, helmets and road signs sponsored by the newly re-opened store.

November 7, 2016
College students help Nantwich youngsters boost health awareness

College students help Nantwich youngsters boost health awareness

College students have teamed up with Crewe and Nantwich School Sport Partnership to improve the health and wellbeing of primary school youngsters.

Sport students at South Cheshire College invited children and teachers from seven Crewe and Nantwich schools to explore nutrition and sporting activities.

November 7, 2016
New Nantwich pub Sacred Orchard launches recruitment drive

New Nantwich pub Sacred Orchard launches recruitment drive

The landlord of the new Nantwich pub The Sacred Orchard, has launched a recruitment drive for more than 30 staff.

The new Marston’s Inns pub restaurant is being built on the Alvaston business park roundabout, near Sainsbury’s, off the A500 bypass.

November 7, 2016

A500 accident sparks chaos for thousands of South Cheshire drivers

A serious accident on the A500 caused chaos for thousands of drivers from Crewe and Nantwich during rush hour today (November 7).

The crash between a van and a lorry has closed the A500 at Barthomley in both directions.

November 7, 2016
First TEDx Nantwich event proves big hit at Civic Hall

First TEDx Nantwich event proves big hit at Civic Hall

By Jonathan White
A sell-out audience at Nantwich Civic Hall enjoyed the town’s inaugural TEDxNantwich event.

The event took place at the Nantwich Civic Hall and featured a range of enthralling and informative presentations.

November 6, 2016
Nantwich YF make semi-finals of Crewe FA Sunday Vase

Nantwich YF make semi-finals of Crewe FA Sunday Vase

The semi-finals of the Crewe FA Sunday Vase were finalised with victories for Nantwich YF, White Eagles, Bank Corner and Elworth Park.

Nantwich YF won 4-1 at Market Tavern with goals from Jake Standeven, Mark Mottershead, Tom Dale and Simon Roberts.

November 6, 2016

Polka Dot Travel Opening in Nantwich

We are delighted to be opening our award winning Travel Agency in the town of Nantwich. We will be officially opened by the Mayor on Friday 11th November at 9am. Please join us on the day for a glass of Prosecco and meet our highly experienced team. Established in 2013 by Helen Johnson and Philippa Wilcox in Oswestry, Shropshire. Polka[Read More…]

November 6, 2016