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Nantwich-Crewe King’s Shilling Walk to honour First World War

Nantwich-Crewe King’s Shilling Walk to honour First World War

A special King’s Shilling Walk and picnic are being held in Nantwich and Crewe to commemorate 100 years since the start of the First World War.

Crewe and Nantwich & District Branches of The Royal British Legion are organising the King’s Shilling Walk and Edwardian themed picnic on Sunday August 3.

July 23, 2014
Nantwich Museum hosts new First World War exhibition

Nantwich Museum hosts new First World War exhibition

A fascinating insight into Nantwich life during the First World War has been unveiled at Nantwich Museum.

“Nantwich and the First World War – the impact of war on a market town” is a new exhibition at the museum on Pillory Street.

July 23, 2014
Pre-season match report: Alsager Town 1 Nantwich Town 2

Pre-season match report: Alsager Town 1 Nantwich Town 2

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town continued their pre-season preparations with a good work-out against a competitive Alsager side.

The Dabbers were the better side early on with some neating passing and turns.

July 23, 2014
New “After Dario” Crewe Alex book released this week

New “After Dario” Crewe Alex book released this week

The latest Crewe Alexandra book by local author Jules Hornbrook has hit the bookshelves in Crewe and Nantwich.

“After Dario” is a personal perspective from a long-time supporter, documenting the transition from Dario Gradi to current manager Steve Davis.

July 22, 2014
Paintings by Manchester artists sell well at Nantwich auction

Paintings by Manchester artists sell well at Nantwich auction

Paintings by Manchester artist Geoffrey Key took the honours in Nantwich auctioneer Peter Wilson’s Summer fine art sale.

Eight pictures sold for £22,700, the most valuable a seated nude in the artist’s signature surreal abstract style (pictured).

July 22, 2014
Nantwich firm Kidzkitchen in Enterprise Vision Awards final

Nantwich firm Kidzkitchen in Enterprise Vision Awards final

Nantwich company Kidzkitchen has made it to the finals of this year’s Enterprise Vision Awards.

The business, run by Wybunbury mum Tracey Cooke, secured a place in the Health and Fitness category.

July 22, 2014
Hundreds enjoy annual Willaston Village Fete

Hundreds enjoy annual Willaston Village Fete

By Jonathan White
Hundreds of families enjoyed another fun-packed Willaston Village Fete, writes Jonathan White.

The annual event, organised by Willaston Parish Council, took place on the Lettie Spencer Playing Fields, off Wybunbury Road.

July 21, 2014
Archway Homes sponsors book resource for Nantwich school

Archway Homes sponsors book resource for Nantwich school

A primary school in Nantwich has benefited from a new storybook aimed at teaching children about protecting the environment.

Housing developer Archway Homes has sponsored a number of “Sparky’s Big Idea!” books, published by the Police Community Clubs of Great Britain.

July 21, 2014
Former bank manager to open candle shop in Nantwich

Former bank manager to open candle shop in Nantwich

A former bank manager is re-lighting her career – by opening a candle shop in Nantwich!

Beth Harrison has realised a childhood ambition with her new store, “For Candles of Nantwich”, on Hospital Street.

July 21, 2014
ctchealthcare relaunches in Nantwich on 20th anniversary

ctchealthcare relaunches in Nantwich on 20th anniversary

A Nantwich company has celebrated its 20th anniversary – by relaunching under a new name.

Staff of ctchealthcare joined guests for the celebration at Residence in Nantwich.

July 21, 2014
£640 dementia concert donation given to Nantwich Museum

£640 dementia concert donation given to Nantwich Museum

The proceeds of a “Thanks for the Memory” dementia tribute concert was shared between Nantwich Museum and the Alzheimer’s Society.

The event, hosted by Cranage Hall Hotel and Conference Centre, featured music from the 1930s to the 1960s, played by the Dave Egerton Band.

July 21, 2014
Davenport Avenue in Nantwich closed after collapse

Davenport Avenue in Nantwich closed after collapse

A road in Nantwich has been closed to traffic after the carriageway collapsed.

Highways engineers were called out to Davenport Avenue earlier today (July 20).

July 20, 2014
Nantwich Town beat Crewe FC 6-3 in pre-season friendly

Nantwich Town beat Crewe FC 6-3 in pre-season friendly

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town warmed up for their first league game of the season away at Buxton with a 6-3 win over Cheshire League side Crewe FC.

Dabbers boss Danny Johnson named a near full strength starting 11, but brought in Terry Smith in goal for Steve Phillips.

July 20, 2014