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Man charged following explosive device find at Nantwich house

Man charged following explosive device find at Nantwich house

A man has been charged in connection with an incident in which police found an explosive device at a house in Nantwich.

Two men, aged 39 and 47, were arrested following reports of dangerous driving near to Edleston Road, Crewe.

May 14, 2026
Cheshire East  Council leader Nick Mannion re-elected under new cabinet system

Cheshire East Council leader Nick Mannion re-elected under new cabinet system

Labour councillor Nick Mannion has been re-elected as leader of Cheshire East Council and said he welcomed the return to the cabinet system of governance which comes into force today.

Cllr Mannion was speaking after narrowly holding off a challenge from Conservative Cllr Stewart Gardiner for the leadership.

May 14, 2026
Road closures in place for resurfacing works at busy Nantwich junction

Road closures in place for resurfacing works at busy Nantwich junction

Roadworks at a busy Nantwich junction are set to take place over four nights, Cheshire East highways have confirmed.

The resurfacing works will take place at the junction of the A51 London Road, Peter De Stapleigh Way and Elwood Way in Stapeley.

May 14, 2026
What benefits does digitalization bring in 2026?

What benefits does digitalization bring in 2026?

The digital revolution keeps reshaping modern life, and 2026 is a key year for UK businesses and individuals adopting technology.

From simplified operations to improved customer experiences, the benefits of going digital reach far beyond basic convenience.

May 13, 2026
Smash hit finals night serves up Nantwich table tennis thrills

Smash hit finals night serves up Nantwich table tennis thrills

By Jonathan White
Crewe Table Tennis League delivered an action-packed evening at its annual Crewe Championships Finals Night at the Bob Hope Academy in Nantwich.

More than 40 spectators watched a packed schedule of finals, cheering on players across a wide range of age groups and categories.

May 13, 2026
Art exhibition and flower displays at Bunbury church

Art exhibition and flower displays at Bunbury church

Visitors are invited to an art exhibition at St Boniface Church in Bunbury from June 26-28.

The exhibition will transform the historic church into a vibrant showcase of art and flower displays.

May 13, 2026
Men arrested after explosive device found at Nantwich house

Men arrested after explosive device found at Nantwich house

Two men have been arrested after an explosive device was found at a house in Nantwich, sparking a street evacuation.

The incident happened on Friday night and Nantwich News inquired with Cheshire Police at the time but had no response.

May 13, 2026
Acton pupils celebrate “David Attenborough Day” with nature fun

Acton pupils celebrate “David Attenborough Day” with nature fun

Children at Acton CE Academy in Nantwich enjoyed a day of outdoor learning, environmental activities and creative exploration to celebrate the 100th birthday of broadcaster and natural historian David Attenborough.

May 13, 2026

Charity football match at Crewe Alexandra in aid of CALM

A charity football match is being staged at the Crewe Alexandra Stadium in aid of suicide prevention charity CALM.

A team called CALM 84 FC Crewe will play an Arena XI in the fundraiser at the Mornflake Stadium on Friday night (May 15th), kick off 7pm.

May 12, 2026
Stunned Nantwich resident receives parking complaint – by postcard!

Stunned Nantwich resident receives parking complaint – by postcard!

A bemused Nantwich resident received a shock through the letterbox when a neighbour sent her a postcard – to complain about her parking!

Emily Potts says someone living near her on London Road watched which house she went into with her kids.

May 12, 2026
Team Diamond fighter in Nantwich scoops British title

Team Diamond fighter in Nantwich scoops British title

A Nantwich-based Team Diamond Muay Thai fighter has won a British title after dominating in a bout in Stoke-on-Trent.

Mikhiel Babunashvili won the AFSO K1 British title, adding to his Muay Thai European title.

May 12, 2026
Crewe Vagrants CC 1sts beat Sandyford by three wickets

Crewe Vagrants CC 1sts beat Sandyford by three wickets

Crewe Vagrants 1st team beat a strong Sandyford CC by three wickets in a high quality Division One match.

Batting first Sandyford got off to strong start and raced to 61 for 0 after 16 overs, only to be pegged back to finish on 165 for 8 with all six Crewe bowlers taking wickets.

May 12, 2026
Beam Heath Estate to stage “hearing claims” meeting in Nantwich

Beam Heath Estate to stage “hearing claims” meeting in Nantwich

Trustees of the Beam Heath Estate are to stage a meeting in June for “hearing claims” from residents in Nantwich.

The “Purpose of Hearing Claims” meeting will be staged at the Parish Hall in Nantwich on Wednesday 24th June between 3pm-4.30pm and between 6pm-7pm.

May 12, 2026