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Full steam ahead for Peacock Railway in Willaston thanks to donation

Full steam ahead for Peacock Railway in Willaston thanks to donation

It’s full steam ahead for the Peacock Railway in Willaston as it plans to add a new steam engine.

Members of South Cheshire Model Engineering Society which runs the railway have received support from local cereal makers Mornflake as part of its 350th anniversary year.

April 23, 2025
Bunbury Cricket Club launches new women’s team

Bunbury Cricket Club launches new women’s team

Bunbury Cricket Club is continuing to expand by launching its first women’s team.

The club already has a booming junior section and a growing men’s squad.

April 23, 2025
Audlem Music & Arts Festival to mark 25th anniversary

Audlem Music & Arts Festival to mark 25th anniversary

Audlem Music & Arts Festival will be marking its 25th anniversary with a weekend of events next month.

The festival is to take place over the Spring Bank Holiday May 23-26.

April 23, 2025
Nantwich Town end home campaign with 4-1 win over Witton

Nantwich Town end home campaign with 4-1 win over Witton

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town ended their home league campaign with a convincing 4-1 victory over Cheshire rivals Witton Albion at the Swansway Stadium.

Alex Panter and Perry Bircumshaw started in place of Joe Robbins and Paddy Kennedy in the Dabbers’ two changes from Saturday’s 0-0 draw at leaders Widnes.

April 22, 2025
Nantwich teenager crowned world schools swimming champion!

Nantwich teenager crowned world schools swimming champion!

A teenager from Nantwich has been crowned world swimming champion at a school games competition in Serbia!

Kate Schillinger, 14, swam for England in the U15s World School Games and scooped three Gold medals, as well as a Silver and a Bronze over the Easter holiday.

April 22, 2025
Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival hailed a huge success

Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival hailed a huge success

Organisers, venue bosses and emergency services have hailed this year’s Nantwich Jazz Festival as a massive success.

The five-day festival pulled un bumper crowds across all the official venues as revellers enjoyed a wide variety of live acts.

April 22, 2025
Engineers to close canal towpath in Nantwich amid structure concerns

Engineers to close canal towpath in Nantwich amid structure concerns

By Jonathan White
A section of Shropshire Union Canal in Nantwich is to be temporarily closed to walkers to allow for structural investigations.

The towpath will be closed and moorings suspended along the affected section for up to six weeks, the Canal & River Trust notice says.

April 22, 2025
How can parents take a proactive role in their child’s education?

How can parents take a proactive role in their child’s education?

Every parent hopes that his or her child will enjoy success later in life.

This is why obtaining a quality education at an early age is so vital.

April 21, 2025
Essential tips for a beautiful and safe home garden

Essential tips for a beautiful and safe home garden

Creating a beautiful and safe garden requires thoughtful planning and attention to detail.

Homeowners embarking on this journey will find that laying out a garden involves more than just planting a few flowers.

April 21, 2025
Importance of cybersecurity for local businesses

Importance of cybersecurity for local businesses

Cybercrime is no longer a problem just for large companies.

Local businesses are increasingly being targeted by hackers, often because they are perceived as easier to breach.

April 21, 2025
Reaseheath College help Multiply project add up to success

Reaseheath College help Multiply project add up to success

Reaseheath College in Nantwich has helped ensure the Multiply project in Cheshire East has added up to a success.

The Government-funded initiative has helped hundreds of adults improve numeracy skills.

April 21, 2025
Elvis is back in town with Crewe Vagrants show

Elvis is back in town with Crewe Vagrants show

Crewe Vagrants Cricket Club in Willaston is hosting a one-off Elvis spectacular next month.

JD King will return as Elvis for a “one night only” performance on Saturday May 3rd at the club on Newcastle Road.

April 21, 2025
Nantwich runners donate vital equipment to animal charities

Nantwich runners donate vital equipment to animal charities

Big-hearted running club members in Nantwich took the lead when they fundraised for two local animal charities.

They collected items for RSPCA Stapeley Cattery and Pawprints to Freedom and dropped off so much stuff if filled two cars.

April 21, 2025