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RSPCA Stapeley staff nurse fox cubs that fell into deep pits

RSPCA Stapeley staff nurse fox cubs that fell into deep pits

Staff at the RSPCA wildlife centre in Nantwich are caring for four fox cubs who all survived serious injury after falling into deep concrete pits.

The first cub was rescued from the construction site in Cannock on April 29, followed by another one the following day and a further two on May 1.

May 13, 2024
Cheshire FA Cup final heartbreak for Nantwich Town Women

Cheshire FA Cup final heartbreak for Nantwich Town Women

By Liam Price
Macclesfield scored a 96th minute goal to win the Cheshire FA Women’s Challenge Cup with a 1-0 victory over Nantwich Town at The Swansway Stadium.

A record Dabbers Women’s crowd of 324 watched as the vastly superior resources of Macclesfield did not translate onto the pitch for the majority of the game.

May 13, 2024
Crewe Lyceum welcomes new Theatre Director to South Cheshire venue

Crewe Lyceum welcomes new Theatre Director to South Cheshire venue

Graham McKnight has been appointed as the new Theatre Director at Crewe Lyceum Theatre.

He joins the Lyceum, run by Trafalgar Entertainment, from J&C Joel where he was Head of UK projects.

May 13, 2024
The Theodore William Gill Cup match takes place this Saturday

The Theodore William Gill Cup match takes place this Saturday

By Jonathan White
The annual Theodore William Gill Cup charity football match will take place this Saturday (May 18) at Nantwich Town’s Swansway Stadium.

The match is in memory of baby Theodore William Gill who was born sleeping on April 26 2023.

May 13, 2024
Nantwich accountant gives bumper boost to charity after marathon run

Nantwich accountant gives bumper boost to charity after marathon run

A Nantwich accountant has raised a big sum for charity after running in her first marathon.

Mother-of-two Jen Johnson, an Associate Director at Afford Bond Chartered Accountants took part in the Manchester Marathon in April to raise money for two charities close to her heart.

May 13, 2024
Crewe Regional Sunday League football round-up

Crewe Regional Sunday League football round-up

In the Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division, AFC Dishers ended their season with a visit to Winsford Over, who won 5-0.

Josh Wrench scored four of the goals with the fifth from Callum Parkinson.

May 13, 2024
Nantwich CC 1sts secure back-to-back victories in league and cup

Nantwich CC 1sts secure back-to-back victories in league and cup

Nantwich Cricket Club’s flying start to the season continued at the weekend as the first team recorded impressive wins in the Cheshire County League and in the ECB National Club Championship.

On Saturday, a stunning spell of bowling from Jimmy Warrington set up an emphatic victory over Premier League champions Alderley Edge.

May 13, 2024
Nantwich firm Watts helps raise £62,000 for Joshua Tree charity

Nantwich firm Watts helps raise £62,000 for Joshua Tree charity

Nantwich firm Watts Commercial Finance has helped raise more than £62,000 for its charity partner, The Joshua Tree.

They held a charity event at the Lowry Hotel in Manchester attended by 228 guests.

May 12, 2024
Dementia volunteers in Nantwich unveil “chatty benches”

Dementia volunteers in Nantwich unveil “chatty benches”

By Olivia Molloy
Volunteers from Creating Dementia Friendly Nantwich will be available to talk on their “chatty benches” this week.

They will be at the benches on the town square between 11am-2pm throughout Dementia Awareness Week between May 13-17.

May 12, 2024
Aroma Cafe Bar in Nantwich closes down amid new restaurant plan

Aroma Cafe Bar in Nantwich closes down amid new restaurant plan

Aroma Cafe Bar in Nantwich has closed its doors – but owners have revealed plans to reopen as a restaurant.

The venue on Hospital Street closed its doors on Saturday (May 11).

May 12, 2024
Rodney Densem Wines in Nantwich set to close after 50 years

Rodney Densem Wines in Nantwich set to close after 50 years

The owners of Rodney Densem Wines are to close their shop for good in Nantwich after more than 50 years.

They made the announcement on social media today (May 12) with the Pillory Street shop set to close in a few weeks.

May 12, 2024
Nantwich dog groomer makes final of prestigious finals

Nantwich dog groomer makes final of prestigious finals

A Nantwich dog groomer and trainer has reached the finals of the prestigious Animal Star Awards for the northern region.

Vanessa Barber, who runs VA VA GROOM, received more than 700 nominations in the Dog Groomer of the Year category.

May 12, 2024
Reaseheath students clean up River Weaver in Nantwich

Reaseheath students clean up River Weaver in Nantwich

Animal Care students at Reaseheath College in Nantwich have been helping clear up litter polluting the River Weaver in the town.

The students have been learning about recent pollution of the river after incidents which caused the deaths of thousands of fish.

May 12, 2024