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Millstone Lane and London Road traffic problems under spotlight

Millstone Lane and London Road traffic problems under spotlight

Nantwich councillors are in talks with residents about plans for double yellow lines on two busy streets in the town. Discussions around two key routes – London Road and Millstone Lane – are underway to look at resolving parking and traffic problems.

December 2, 2013
Nantwich to stage “Santa Dash” fun run in aid of Hope House Hospice

Nantwich to stage “Santa Dash” fun run in aid of Hope House Hospice

Hundreds of Santas will be dashing around Nantwich this weekend – in aid of Hope House Children’s Hospice. The traditional Nantwich Festive Fun Run takes place this Sunday December 8 through the town centre, starting in the town square.

December 2, 2013
South Cheshire George Formby Ukulele Society performs in Wistaston

South Cheshire George Formby Ukulele Society performs in Wistaston

By Jonathan White A monthly South Cheshire George Formby Ukulele Society concert took place at Wistaston Memorial Hall in Wistaston. The concert contained group, duet and solo ukulele performances featuring well-known George Formby songs.

December 2, 2013
Nantwich health firm CTC Physiotherapy relaunches under new name

Nantwich health firm CTC Physiotherapy relaunches under new name

Crewe and Nantwich clinic CTC Physiotherapy is changing its name to ctchealthcare. The firm, which has a clinic off Beam Heath Road, Nantwich, is expanding to offer more specialist services.

December 2, 2013
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC earn tough 16-14 victory at Ludlow

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC earn tough 16-14 victory at Ludlow

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC returned to winning ways in a tightly fought match at fellow high-flyers Ludlow. The pack helped set up victory for Andy Brown’s team who enjoyed plenty of possession and field position.

December 1, 2013
Thousands pack Nantwich town centre for Christmas Lights event

Thousands pack Nantwich town centre for Christmas Lights event

Thousands of people packed into Nantwich town square to celebrate the Christmas Lights switch-on. TV vet Steve Leonard switched on the lights and families gathered together to watch a Blitz fireworks show.

December 1, 2013
Nantwich Town score last minute winner away at Trafford

Nantwich Town score last minute winner away at Trafford

Nantwich Town kept up their good run with a fine 1-0 away win at Trafford. Recent signing Adam Jones snatched all three points for the Dabbers with a strike in the final minute.

December 1, 2013
Christmas Lights switch-on creates a big bang in Crewe

Christmas Lights switch-on creates a big bang in Crewe

The Crewe Christmas lights switch-on took place on the town square in front of hundreds of excited families. There was entertainment from Shavington-based jazz musician Tom Seals and Katy Perry tribute K T Perry.

November 29, 2013
Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson shocked at match-fixing arrests

Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson shocked at match-fixing arrests

By Richard Scott Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson spoke of his shock after seven people were arrested over allegations of match fixing in non-league football. Two men have been charged with match fixing and appeared before Cannock magistrates.

November 29, 2013
New Nantwich cycling team Vision Racing launched

New Nantwich cycling team Vision Racing launched

A new Nantwich-based cycling race team has been launched to compete at top race events around the UK. Vision Racing has been put together by cycling enthusiast Ian Middleton and has launched with an initial membership of ten.

November 29, 2013
KidzKitchen business mums win Dabbers Den Nantwich competition

KidzKitchen business mums win Dabbers Den Nantwich competition

Two mums from Wybunbury have scooped first prize in the latestn Dabbers Den competition to find great businesses in Nantwich. Tracey Cooke and Gill Fox were crowned champions for their new and thriving enterprise, KidzKitchen.

November 29, 2013
Christmas carol concert planned for Stapeley, Nantwich

Christmas carol concert planned for Stapeley, Nantwich

A community Christmas carol concert is being planned for families in Stapeley, Nantwich. Stapeley Parish Council is to stage the concert at the new community hall next to Pear Tree School on December 10.

November 28, 2013
Pothole complaints drop 90%, claim Cheshire East Council bosses

Pothole complaints drop 90%, claim Cheshire East Council bosses

Council chiefs claim they are winning the fight against pothole plagued roads across Nantwich and Crewe. Cheshire East Council say they have reduced the number of reported potholes by 90% in a year.

November 27, 2013