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Fire crews tackle large farm blaze at Haughton near Nantwich

Fire crews tackle large farm blaze at Haughton near Nantwich

Fire crews battled a large blaze at a farm in Haughton, near Nantwich, last night (March 11).

The fire broke out and involved around 2,000 bales of silage and a large number of tyres at a farm on Hall Lane.

March 12, 2025
Eco-friendly living benefits with bio ethanol fireplaces for your home

Eco-friendly living benefits with bio ethanol fireplaces for your home

The demand for sustainable heating solutions is increasing as more people seek to reduce their environmental footprint.

With the reopening of the Nantwich outdoor brine pool in the coming weeks, communities are reminded of the importance of eco-conscious living.

March 12, 2025
Making your brand pop at outdoor events: Why custom gazebos are worth every penny

Making your brand pop at outdoor events: Why custom gazebos are worth every penny

Businesses that stand out at outdoor events aren’t relying on luck.

They’re investing in strategic brand visibility, and custom-printed gazebos are proving to be one of the most effective tools in their marketing arsenal.

March 12, 2025
Nantwich homecare firm launches “Whzan Blue Box”

Nantwich homecare firm launches “Whzan Blue Box”

Nantwich-based homecare firm Right at Home South Cheshire have unveiled their “Whzan Blue Box”.

It’s an all-in-one health monitoring device that will help carers track vital signs and detect early warnings of health issues, ensuring intervention and reducing unnecessary hospital admissions.

March 11, 2025
Open archive scouting exhibition welcomes public in Wistaston

Open archive scouting exhibition welcomes public in Wistaston

By Jonathan White
Scouting enthusiasts and local history buffs are invited to a special open archive exhibition hosted by the South West Cheshire Scouts District history team.

The exhibition, taking place at Wistaston Scout Centre on Elm Close, will run over the weekend of March 15-16, showcasing a collection of Scouting memorabilia.

March 11, 2025
Applestump Records scoops MP’s small business award

Applestump Records scoops MP’s small business award

Applestump Records in Nantwich has won MP Connor Naismith’s February Small Business of the Month award.

The store, run by Steve Cook, was chosen for supporting local music, fostering a vibrant community, and creating a welcoming space for music lovers.

March 11, 2025
Food History Walking Tour marks Cheshire Day in Nantwich

Food History Walking Tour marks Cheshire Day in Nantwich

Nantwich Museum is teaming up with the town’s oldest pub to stage a Food History Walking Tour marking Cheshire Day.

Led by a museum guide, the event offers visitors a potted history of Nantwich’s ancient links to the cheese and salt-making industries and its importance as a market town alongside various snippets of town heritage.

March 11, 2025
Malbank students enjoy cultural “trip of lifetime” in New York

Malbank students enjoy cultural “trip of lifetime” in New York

Year 11 and 13 students from Malbank School and Sixth Form College embarked on a trip of a lifetime to New York.

The visit had been planned for almost two years by staff at the Nantwich school.

March 10, 2025
New Enzo owners re-open popular Nantwich coffee shop

New Enzo owners re-open popular Nantwich coffee shop

Popular Nantwich coffee shop Enzo re-opened today under new ownership.

Kate Mullarkey, who runs Roundabouts nurseries in Willaston and Shavington, has taken over the reins.

March 10, 2025
LETTER: Concerns over width of new Reaseheath road

LETTER: Concerns over width of new Reaseheath road

Dear Editor,
I have noticed that roadworks renovations are currently underway at the Reaseheath Roundabout.

While infrastructure improvements are always welcome, I assume these works are in preparation for the long-delayed Reaseheath bypass A51 spine road, which is now (finally) set to open in June – more than three years behind schedule.

March 10, 2025
Cheshire East Council has its first Reform UK councillor

Cheshire East Council has its first Reform UK councillor

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
The former leader of the Liberal Democrat group on Cheshire East Council has quit the party and become the first Reform UK member on the council.

Cllr Reg Kain, elected to Cheshire East Council in May 2023, said he had joined Reform UK “because I believe it is the only mainstream party at this time that is genuinely listening to the concerns and needs of the British people”.

March 10, 2025
Enhancing your business with effective audit practices

Enhancing your business with effective audit practices

In manufacturing, effective practices are key to maintaining compliance and operational efficiency.

Companies face increasing pressure to meet strict regulations and uphold high-quality standards.

March 10, 2025
International Women’s Day marked by newly-named South Cheshire charity

International Women’s Day marked by newly-named South Cheshire charity

International Women’s Day drew in hundreds of people to an event organised by Her-Place Charitable Trust – the new name for Motherwell Cheshire.

The health and wellbeing charity, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this month, has rebranded as part of its campaign to empower more women and girls across Cheshire.

March 10, 2025