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Nantwich Town community football sessions called off

Nantwich Town community football sessions called off

The snow and freezing overnight temperatures has claimed its first casualty with Nantwich Town cancelling its community coaching sessions. The club took the decision to cancel this morning’s (December 17) sessions on safety grounds.

December 17, 2011
Nantwich Town v North Ferriby United – match postponed

Nantwich Town v North Ferriby United – match postponed

By Ashley Houghton Nantwich Town’s match with North Ferriby United at the Weaver Stadium has been postponed because of a frozen pitch. Club and match officials carried out a pitch inspection at around 10.30am and decided the pitch was too dangerous for the match to go ahead.

December 16, 2011

Police issue snow warning to South Cheshire drivers

Drivers in South Cheshire are being warned by police over treacherous conditions on the roads today. Snow is causing problems in Crewe, Nantwich, Winsford, Middlewich and other areas.

December 16, 2011
Nearly 600 Cheshire East “troubled” families targeted by Government

Nearly 600 Cheshire East “troubled” families targeted by Government

Almost 600 troubled families in Cheshire East are to be targeted by the Government as part of a new David Cameron initiative. The Government wants to transform the lives of 120,000 troubled families under the new £450million project.

December 16, 2011
Nantwich mum lands key London Olympics security role

Nantwich mum lands key London Olympics security role

A Nantwich mum-of-five is flying the flag for Cheshire businesswomen after landing a top role with next year’s London Olympics. Eileen Williams, whose ESTC firm is based in Nantwich, will take up her public welfare position with the London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) in January.

December 16, 2011
Cheshire East Council “ready” as winter snow heads for region

Cheshire East Council “ready” as winter snow heads for region

Council chiefs in Cheshire East say they are prepared as snow and ice looks set to hit the Nantwich area tonight and tomorrow (December 16). They say stockpiles of salt, a new information centre and modern gritting vehicles based at three sites, including Wardle near Nantwich, will help the borough cope with wintry conditions.

December 15, 2011
Nantwich town square hosts Cheshire Police video roadshow

Nantwich town square hosts Cheshire Police video roadshow

Nantwich folk gave their views on Cheshire Police plans to save money as a county-wide survey gets underway. Arrol Johnson was among those to use a video booth at a roadshow in Nantwich town square.

December 15, 2011
Cheshire Senior Cup: Woodley Sports 2 Nantwich Town 3

Cheshire Senior Cup: Woodley Sports 2 Nantwich Town 3

By Ashley Houghton Nantwich Town eased into the semi-finals of the Cheshire Senior Cup with an accomplished performance on Woodley Sports’ synthetic pitch. On eight minutes, Woodley’s Ricky Anane scurried down the right but Bradley Maylett swept the ball wide when well placed.

December 15, 2011
The Leopard pub in Nantwich taken over in £1 million deal

The Leopard pub in Nantwich taken over in £1 million deal

Exclusive The Leopard pub in Nantwich has been bought by Shropshire-based Joules brewery in a deal worth over £1 million. The London Road venue is one of three sites acquired by the Market Drayton company as part of a deal with Punch Taverns.

December 14, 2011
Nantwich parking charge rise angers councillors

Nantwich parking charge rise angers councillors

Parking charges in Nantwich are to come under scrutiny at Cheshire East Council today (December 14). It follows complaints by angry councillors over a decision by council officers to hike up charges without councillors knowing.

December 14, 2011
Nantwich town square to host live bands for Christmas shoppers

Nantwich town square to host live bands for Christmas shoppers

Christmas shoppers in Nantwich will be entertained by live music on the next two Saturdays in the town square. The Co-Op Youth Wind Band will be performing in the square this Saturday December 17 from 10am to 2pm.

December 14, 2011
RSPCA inspector’s 1,500-mile Africa run for Stapeley Grange

RSPCA inspector’s 1,500-mile Africa run for Stapeley Grange

An RSPCA inspector has completed an amazing 1,500-mile run across South Africa to raise money for Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre in Nantwich. Emma Timmis, 27, a fully-fledged RSPCA inspector, hopes to raise thousands for the RSPCA centre on London Road.

December 14, 2011
Wistaston & District Flower Club celebrates 50 years

Wistaston & District Flower Club celebrates 50 years

Wistaston and District Flower Club has celebrated its 50th anniversary. Members held a lunch at The Hunters Lodge Hotel in Crewe with guest Wendy Davis, chairman of National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies (NAFAS).

December 13, 2011