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Nantwich Rotary donated plaque by masonry firm

Nantwich Rotary donated plaque by masonry firm

Nantwich Rotary has presented a Certificate of Appreciation to local firm Rogers Masonry.

The firm’s directors Robin Barrett and Adrian Reynolds created a plaque which they donated to the rotary club

March 15, 2025
Local band Memory Lane bow out after six decades of music

Local band Memory Lane bow out after six decades of music

By Jonathan White
After more than 60 years and 10,000 performances, local duo Memory Lane will take to the stage one last time as part of the Nantwich Jazz & Blues Festival.

Ray Nicholls, 77, and Dave Prince, 78, have been playing guitar and singing for most of their lives.

March 15, 2025
Locked out? Why you shouldn’t try DIY solutions

Locked out? Why you shouldn’t try DIY solutions

Let’s be honest: almost everyone has been locked out at least once in their life, with no spare key nearby.

In moments like these, it’s very common to see people try to open the lock themselves.

March 15, 2025
Top 15 benefits of upgrading your network for better security and speed

Top 15 benefits of upgrading your network for better security and speed

In an era where digital transformation is at the forefront of business strategy, a modern network is indispensable.

Upgrading your network infrastructure not only bolsters security but also enhances speed and overall efficiency.

March 15, 2025
Heartbroken parents of Nantwich teenager Jonty vow to fight on

Heartbroken parents of Nantwich teenager Jonty vow to fight on

The heartbroken parents of tragic Nantwich teenager Jonty Evans have vowed to fight on for justice and find out the truth behind his death.

In an exclusive interview with Nantwich News, the 16-year-old’s mum Martina Hayley Cliffe told how she still believes other people’s actions may have led to his death.

March 14, 2025
More than 10,000 flock to Reaseheath College’s lambing weekends

More than 10,000 flock to Reaseheath College’s lambing weekends

Reaseheath College’s popular lambing and mini zoo weekends once again delighted thousands of visitors this month.

And with the sun shining on all four event days, more than 10,000 people flocked to the college’s Nantwich campus to experience the magic of spring on the farm.

March 14, 2025
Peacock Railway in Nantwich gears up for 2025 season opener

Peacock Railway in Nantwich gears up for 2025 season opener

Railway enthusiasts and families are in for a treat as The Peacock Railway in Nantwich is set to stage its 2025 season opener.

The railway, behind the Peacock Inn in Willaston, is operated by the South Cheshire Model Engineering Society.

March 14, 2025
Cheshire farms will go out of business, councillors warned

Cheshire farms will go out of business, councillors warned

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Family farms in Cheshire will go out of business because of the government’s inheritance tax and the country will have to rely on lower quality imported food in a volatile world, a Cheshire East farmer warned.

Rob Brunt was one of two farmers who urged Cheshire East Council’s economy and growth committee to oppose the government’s planned new inheritance tax.

March 14, 2025
Another top night of Stand Up comedy heads to Nantwich

Another top night of Stand Up comedy heads to Nantwich

Another stellar line-up of stand up comedians is heading to Nantwich Civic Hall in April.

Promoters are promising a feast of entertainment as the popular shows continue to sell out.

March 14, 2025
Hungry seal pups keep RSPCA Stapeley Grange staff busy

Hungry seal pups keep RSPCA Stapeley Grange staff busy

Staff at Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre in Nantwich are being kept on their toes by seven hungry seal pups.

The orphans are recovering from the trauma of separation from their mothers and in some cases injury – arriving at the RSPCA centre underweight and needing TLC.

March 13, 2025
Nantwich Museum quiz evening fundraiser at Vagrants

Nantwich Museum quiz evening fundraiser at Vagrants

Nantwich Museum is holding a general knowledge quiz at the Vagrants Sport Centre in Willaston to raise funds.

The quiz takes place on Thursday 27th March. Doors will open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start.

March 13, 2025
CEC councillors clash over £11 million loss-making car park

CEC councillors clash over £11 million loss-making car park

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Councillors have clashed over which party was responsible for the loss-making £11 million multi-storey car park with one seeking assurances a decision like that can never be made again.

The £11 million car park, which was funded by Cheshire East Council, made a loss of nearly £70,000 in its first six months of operation.

March 13, 2025
Illegal firearms handed to police in month-long amnesty

Illegal firearms handed to police in month-long amnesty

Six blank-firing guns which can be converted into deadly weapons have been handed to Cheshire Police.

Four of those firearms were taken the Crewe and Nantwich Local Policing Unit.

March 13, 2025