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Connor Naismith

MP Connor Naismith and staff “harassed and abused” after religious group arrests

Crewe and Nantwich MP Connor Naismith has revealed how he and his staff were “harassed, intimidated and abused” last night after high profile police raids on a religious group in Crewe.

Nine people were arrested by police yesterday investigating serious offences at the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light, based at Webb House in Crewe.

April 30, 2026
Planning ahead for a smoother move

Planning ahead for a smoother move

Moving day often feels overwhelming, but the right preparation can make all the difference.

One of the simplest solutions is to start planning early. Creating a checklist of tasks—such as packing, organizing utilities, and confirming transportation—helps you stay on track without last-minute stress.

April 29, 2026
South Cheshire ‘Business of the Year’ secures £2m hospital contract

South Cheshire ‘Business of the Year’ secures £2m hospital contract

South Cheshire Chamber’s ‘Business of the Year’ has secured a £2 million contract to provide security for patients and staff at one of the country’s largest hospital groups.

April 29, 2026
UPDATE: Nine people arrested in religious group raids in Crewe

UPDATE: Nine people arrested in religious group raids in Crewe

Nine people have now been arrested by police investigating serious offences in a religious group called the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light in Crewe. Police were made aware last month of allegations of serious sexual offences, forced marriage and modern slavery, reported to have taken place in 2023. All of the offences involved one victim, a woman, who was[Read More…]

April 29, 2026
Blue Peter locomotive in Nantwich

Rail buffs treated as Blue Peter engine passes through Nantwich Station

Rail fans were treated to a rare sight today when the historic Blue Peter engine passed through Nantwich Station.

The historic locomotive was witnessed pulling the “Welsh Marches Express” to Cardiff.

April 29, 2026
Several arrested amid serious allegations at South Cheshire religious group

Several arrested amid serious allegations at South Cheshire religious group

Officers probing serious offences alleged to have involved members of a religious group called the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light, have arrested a number of people.

Cheshire Police were made aware of allegations of serious sexual offences, forced marriage and modern slavery, reported to have taken place in the group based in Crewe in 2023.

April 29, 2026
Cheshire East officers issue warning over “Peak Cluster” carbon dioxide scheme

Cheshire East officers issue warning over “Peak Cluster” carbon dioxide scheme

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Peak Cluster could disrupt Cheshire East’s housing plans across a large part of the borough and run next to a primary school near Nantwich.

The proposed scheme aims to capture harmful carbon dioxide from cement and lime plants in Derbyshire and Staffordshire and transfer it by pipeline to a storage facility under the Irish Sea.

April 29, 2026
Young Nantwich entrepreneur shortlisted for three awards

Young Nantwich entrepreneur shortlisted for three awards

A young entrepreneur from Nantwich has been shortlisted for three awards for her beauty business.

Eve Morton, 21, received the nominations in the past three months, including HBA Finalist for Nail Technician, Fresha’s Most Highly Recommended, and the English Business Awards.

April 28, 2026
450 land west of Crewe Road, Shavington (from planning docs)

Plans submitted for 450 new homes and new school in Shavington

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Plans have been submitted for up to 450 homes and a new primary school at Shavington.

IM Land wants to build the properties on 30 hectares of agricultural fields west of Crewe Road and south of Gresty Lane.

April 28, 2026
Cheshire East Council planning system under fire again

Cheshire East Council planning system under fire again

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East’s planning system has come under fire again – this time from a resident at a public meeting who questioned the ‘transparency and fairness of the process’.

David Teal was speaking at a meeting of the northern planning committee about an application for one house on land at Bollington.

April 28, 2026
Mel C lights up Nantwich with sell-out church concert

Mel C lights up Nantwich with sell-out church concert

By Jonathan White
Pop icon Melanie Chisholm wowed a packed crowd with a vibrant and intimate performance at St Mary’s Church in Nantwich marking the launch of her new solo album Sweat.

Organised by Nantwich store Applestump Records, the one-off show proved a huge hit.

April 28, 2026
Bikers to pay tribute at funeral procession for Nantwich dad

Bikers to pay tribute at funeral procession for Nantwich dad

Dozens of bikers are set to pay tribute to a Nantwich dad at his funeral this week.

Kerie O’Donnell tragically died after a collision on the A530 Middlewich Road near Wistaston last month.

April 27, 2026
Cheshire Lamont Nantwich scoops British Property Awards honour

Cheshire Lamont Nantwich scoops British Property Awards honour

Staff at Cheshire Lamont in Nantwich are celebrating after achieving success at the British Property Awards.

The company’s Nantwich residential lettings office, on Welsh Row, won the Gold Award for 2025/26 at the awards.

April 27, 2026