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Memorial Nantwich football match raises £11K for cancer charity

Memorial Nantwich football match raises £11K for cancer charity

By Jonathan White
The annual ‘Hadzilla Cup’ charity football match at Nantwich Town has helped raise more than £11,000 in memory of a local musician.

The event was organised by Martin, Robert and Matthew Hadzik in memory of their brother, Steven Hadzik.

May 16, 2024
FEATURE: Ways to ensure the website you’re visiting is safe

FEATURE: Ways to ensure the website you’re visiting is safe

The internet, with its vast array of information and services, also harbours numerous cybersecurity threats.

From data breaches and malware to online scams and identity theft, the risks are real.

May 15, 2024
Nantwich horse trainer lands her first win at Cheltenham

Nantwich horse trainer lands her first win at Cheltenham

A young Nantwich horse trainer is celebrating her first race win – at the iconic course at Cheltenham.

Hannah Roach, 22, won with a horse she only bought and started training a year ago, called Iskandar Pecos.

May 15, 2024
LETTER: Faux outrage over Nantwich carparks

LETTER: Faux outrage over Nantwich carparks

Dear Editor,
It was with utter disbelief that I read your article (15th May) covering Nantwich Town councillors ‘blasting of plans’ to remove the cash payment option on local carparks.

This policy was put in place by the Labour and Independent administration running Cheshire East.

May 15, 2024
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Funeral of Brine Leas headteacher David Cole set for May 29

The funeral of Brine Leas headteacher David who died suddenly will take place at St Mary’s Church in Nantwich on May 29.

The 52-year-old died at his home in Willaston last month, sending shockwaves through the community.

May 15, 2024
Pothole-plagued Station Road in Wrenbury to finally be resurfaced

Pothole-plagued Station Road in Wrenbury to finally be resurfaced

Long-suffering resident and motorists in Wrenbury are to FINALLY see pothole-ridden Station Road resurfaced next month.

The road has made a national headlines in recent months after we revealed how locals had put up amusing warning signs for drivers.

May 15, 2024
Cashless car parks plan for Nantwich “discriminatory”, town council told

Cashless car parks plan for Nantwich “discriminatory”, town council told

Cheshire East Council could be discriminating against older people with its plans to make all but one car parks in Nantwich cashless.

That was the claim made at Nantwich Town Council, as they discussed CEC’s bid to make all car parks cashless apart from Snow Hill.

May 15, 2024
Thousands of visitors enjoy Marbury Merry Days festival

Thousands of visitors enjoy Marbury Merry Days festival

By Jonathan White
Thousands of people basked in warm sunshine as they enjoyed the 43rd annual Marbury Merry Days country fair.

The fair, organised by St Michael & All Angels Parochial Church Council, was opened by the Cheshire Dairy Queen Team – Charlotte Kinsey, Hannah Reade and Olivia Wain – who are ambassadors for Cheshire Young Farmers.

May 15, 2024
Final “Very Best in Stand Up” of season heads for Nantwich Civic

Final “Very Best in Stand Up” of season heads for Nantwich Civic

The final “Very Best In Stand Up” of the current season rolls into Nantwich on June 7.

And organisers have lined up four more top comedy acts to finish off the 14th season at Nantwich Civic Hall.

May 14, 2024
Wistaston Singers group photo during the interval

Wistaston Singers and Ukes Aloud perform at church concert

By Jonathan White
Wistaston Singers and ukulele group Ukes Aloud performed a Springtime Concert in Aston in memory of two Ukes Aloud members who died.

The concert took place in a packed St Andrew’s Methodist Church on Wrenbury Road in Aston.

May 14, 2024
Compelling stories: SEO and digital marketing in content creation

Compelling stories: SEO and digital marketing in content creation

In the ever-evolving world of digital marketing, effective storytelling has remained a consistent cornerstone of successful campaigns.

One of the most crucial components of effective storytelling in this domain is the use of SEO, or Search Engine Optimization.

May 14, 2024
Nantwich garage owner John “Jack” Field dies after 50 years’ service

Nantwich garage owner John “Jack” Field dies after 50 years’ service

By Jonathan White
Owner of The Crescent Garage John ‘Jack’ Field has died suddenly at home aged 91.

Jack was a familiar figure to many in Nantwich, running the Crescent Garage on The Crescent off Beam Street for over 50 years.

May 14, 2024
Nantwich Market joins “Love Your Local Market Campaign”

Nantwich Market joins “Love Your Local Market Campaign”

Nantwich Market traders have joined thousands of others around the country to unite as part of the “Love Your Local Market Campaign”.

The campaign, led by the National Association of British Market Authorities, aims to attract new visitors and shoppers to the market and celebrate the important part they play in the local community.

May 14, 2024