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New Nantwich housing development plagued by giant rats

New Nantwich housing development plagued by giant rats

Developers of a new Nantwich housing estate are battling a plague of giant rats, councillors were told. It’s feared building work on the Stapeley Gardens site, off London Road, has disturbed a nest of rats on land close to the development.

September 11, 2013
Nantwich Town boss Johnson pleased with AFC Fylde 1-1 draw

Nantwich Town boss Johnson pleased with AFC Fylde 1-1 draw

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson said his side proved they can compete with the best in Evo-Stik Northern Premier League. Johnson was speaking after a hard-earned point against a talented AFC Fylde.

September 11, 2013
Nantwich clubs and food outlets could face night-time “levy”

Nantwich clubs and food outlets could face night-time “levy”

Nantwich pubs, clubs and takeaways could face a “levy” for opening after midnight to help clean-up and police the town’s streets. The plans have been mooted as part of Cheshire East Council’s consultation on its licensing policy.

September 10, 2013
Town stone to honour Nantwich Victoria Cross World War 1 hero

Town stone to honour Nantwich Victoria Cross World War 1 hero

A Nantwich war hero who earned the Victoria Cross is to have a commemorative stone laid in his honour. Stanley Henry Boughey will be remembered in the town as part of the World War 1 centenary events in 2014.

September 10, 2013
Nantwich councillors “need a vision” for town, says Cheshire East leader

Nantwich councillors “need a vision” for town, says Cheshire East leader

Nantwich Town councillors were accused of “lacking a vision” by Cheshire East Leader Cllr Michael Jones. In a swipe at the town’s authority, Cllr Jones said they had not “created a vision” for the town’s future, unlike places like Knutsford, Macclesfield and Crewe.

September 10, 2013
Nantwich charities cash boost from town’s Yorkshire Building Society

Nantwich charities cash boost from town’s Yorkshire Building Society

Nantwich people can help local charities and causes in their community to a slice of £100,000 funds. The Yorkshire Building Society Charitable Foundation has the £100,000 to give away as part of “Make a Difference Week”.

September 10, 2013
Nantwich Mountain Trike entrepreneur misses out on Dragon’s Den funding

Nantwich Mountain Trike entrepreneur misses out on Dragon’s Den funding

Nantwich entrepreneur and businessman Tim Morgan made his debut TV appearance on Dragons’ Den with his Mountain Trike invention. Tim faced the Dragons in a bid to secure investment for his unique all-terrain wheelchair.

September 9, 2013
Peckforton Castle in hunt for Cheshire Business Awards prize

Peckforton Castle in hunt for Cheshire Business Awards prize

Peckforton Castle near Nantwich has been shortlisted for Business of the Year at the Cheshire Business Awards 2013. The venue has already had a successful 12 months receiving a string of accolades.

September 9, 2013
Rugby match report: Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 62 Ashbourne 10

Rugby match report: Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 62 Ashbourne 10

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC were too strong for Ashbourne in the final warm-up game before their new league campaign kicks off. It was great preparation for Crewe, who switch leagues this season to play in Midlands 2 West (North) division.

September 9, 2013
Brine Leas Academy in Nantwich to stage Open Day & Evening

Brine Leas Academy in Nantwich to stage Open Day & Evening

Brine Leas Academy in Nantwich is opening its doors to the local community next month. The Audlem Road school is to stage an Open Day and Evening for parents, prospective students and residents to glimpse what its talented pupils have been up to.

September 9, 2013
Evo-Stik match report: Stocksbridge Park Steels 1 Nantwich Town 5

Evo-Stik match report: Stocksbridge Park Steels 1 Nantwich Town 5

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town produced a five-star performance to end a run of poor results in the Evo-Stik Premier League. The Dabbers swept aside Stocksbridge Park Steels to move to 16th place thanks to a brace by Aaron Burns (pictured)

September 8, 2013
Review: “Very Best In Stand Up” returns to Nantwich with a bang

Review: “Very Best In Stand Up” returns to Nantwich with a bang

Four talented comedians brought hilarity to Nantwich in abundance as the new Very Best In Stand Up season got off to a rip-roaring start. And the four very different styles produced a blend to be savoured by a packed audience at Nantwich Civic Hall.

September 7, 2013
Review: Nantwich Players launch new season with “Rough Justice”

Review: Nantwich Players launch new season with “Rough Justice”

By Claire Faulkner Nantwich Players haved kicked off their new season of productions this week with ‘Rough Justice’. This courtroom drama tells the story of a father on trial of murdering his severely handicapped child.

September 7, 2013