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Fans have chance to sing with John Barrowman at Lyceum

Fans have chance to sing with John Barrowman at Lyceum

Fans of popular entertainer John Barrowman have a chance to sing live on stage with the star when he comes to Crewe Lyceum this Christmas.

The American actor and singer has launched a nationwide talent search ahead of his “Camp As Christmas” tour, which comes to the Lyceum Theatre on Wednesday December 3.

July 25, 2025
Crewe CC 1st and 2nd teams top their leagues with wins

Crewe CC 1st and 2nd teams top their leagues with wins

Crewe Vagrants CC men’s teams enjoyed strong victories which sees them top their respective leagues.

The 1sts had a comfortable five-wicket win at home to Newcastle and Harthill.

July 24, 2025
Cheshire East launches new online tool for reporting local issues

Cheshire East launches new online tool for reporting local issues

Cheshire East Council has launched a new online tool which it claims will make reporting potholes and other local issues easier.

traCE, officially launched yesterday (July 23), will replace the council’s current third-party solution “Fix My Street”.

July 24, 2025
University Centre Reaseheath leads field in student satisfaction

University Centre Reaseheath leads field in student satisfaction

Nantwich-based University Centre Reaseheath has been ranked among the best for teaching and student support in the National Student Survey (NSS).

It was named as one of the highest-performing land-based higher education providers in the country, with students praising the quality of teaching, academic support, and learning resources.

July 24, 2025
Planners back bid to build homes on village field in Wybunbury

Planners back bid to build homes on village field in Wybunbury

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A proposal to build homes on a village field in Wybunbury which conflicts with the local plan and would “change the rural character of the site” has been recommended for approval.

Martin and Simon Poole have applied for “permission in principle” to build up to six homes on land off Bridge Street.

July 23, 2025
900 nominations for Shop Local Nantwich awards

900 nominations for Shop Local Nantwich awards

More than 900 nominations have been made for the latest Shop Local Nantwich Awards.

The awards aim to champion the town’s independent businesses and as many as 90 have already been nominated.

July 23, 2025
portrait of happy smiling senior couple outdoors

How to stay in control when life throws you curveballs

Everything is going along great. You’ve got a job you like, a schedule that works for everyone, the kids are happy, everyone is healthy, and then … something changes.

Your car breaks down or you lose your job or your child has a medical emergency that turns into an ongoing condition.

July 23, 2025
What’s on people’s screens when they want to relax?

What’s on people’s screens when they want to relax?

Relaxation is not a switch. It doesn’t happen the moment you sit down, instead it grows over time, unfolding quietly in the calm of rural areas or amid the bustle of busy cities.

Sometimes, it blends both worlds, arriving through a screen that brings city sounds into the stillness of your home.

July 23, 2025
Nantwich Town draw 2-2 with Northwich in final home pre-season game

Nantwich Town draw 2-2 with Northwich in final home pre-season game

Nantwich Town blew a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 in their final home pre-season match against local rivals Northwich Victoria.

The Dabbers raced into a 2-0 lead with fine strikes by Callum Saunders and Joel Connolly.

July 23, 2025
Nantwich Olympic gold medallist Bryony Page collects MBE

Nantwich Olympic gold medallist Bryony Page collects MBE

Olympic trampolining gold medallist Bryony Page has collected her MBE from Windsor Castle.

Page, who went to Brine Leas and Malbank schools growing up in Nantwich, received her honour from HRH Princess Royal yesterday (July 22).

July 23, 2025
Sustainable Nantwich hits out at Greggs and Burger King takeaway plan

Sustainable Nantwich hits out at Greggs and Burger King takeaway plan

Campaigners in Nantwich have hit out at plans to open two fast food takeaway stores at a petrol station in the town.

Motor Fuel Group, who run the filling station at Morrisons in Nantwich, has applied for planning permission to build a Greggs and Burger King there.

July 23, 2025
Proud Nantwich man Donald receives MBE at Windsor Castle

Proud Nantwich man Donald receives MBE at Windsor Castle

A well-known timber boss from Nantwich has been presented with his MBE at Windsor Castle by Princess Anne.

Donald Potter was awarded the MBE in the New Year Honours, and the investiture took place in Windsor yesterday (July 22nd).

July 23, 2025
Fire crews tackle shed blaze at house in Nantwich

Fire crews tackle shed blaze at house in Nantwich

Fire crews from Nantwich and Crewe tackled a shed blaze at a property on Weaver Road in Nantwich.

The fire broke out shortly before 8pm on Monday (July 21).

July 23, 2025