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Cyclist badly injured in collision with car in Nantwich

Cyclist badly injured in collision with car in Nantwich

A cyclist has been seriously hurt after a collision with a car in Nantwich.

The accident happened on Peach Lane, near to Alvaston Hall Hotel, off the A530 Middlewich Road.

May 14, 2025
Anger grows in Nantwich over new Sunday and evening parking charges

Anger grows in Nantwich over new Sunday and evening parking charges

Businesses and organisations in Nantwich town centre have voiced concern over new evening and Sunday parking charges set to take effect from May 26.

The change will see people being charged after 6pm for the first time – and extended by four hours to 10pm.

May 14, 2025
Fire crews tackle blaze at Mickley Hall Lane near Nantwich

Fire crews tackle blaze at Mickley Hall Lane near Nantwich

Fire crews from Nantwich and Crewe tackled a blaze at a building on Mickley Hall Lane in Nantwich.

The incident happened at around 11am yesterday (May 13).

May 14, 2025
Mary set to be new Nantwich Mayor in “best place to live”

Mary set to be new Nantwich Mayor in “best place to live”

Nantwich resident Mary Slinn is looking forward to becoming Mayor, representing the town she has loved since a teenager and calls ‘the best place to live.’

Mary, who has lived in Nantwich 45 years, will be invested as Mayor tomorrow (May 15) at Nantwich Town Council.

May 14, 2025
Appeal after crash in Shavington leaves victim seriously injured

Appeal after crash in Shavington leaves victim seriously injured

A man has been left with “life-changing” injuries following a crash in Shavington.

Police are appealing for information and video footage following the incident last month at the junction of Main Road and Rope Lane.

May 13, 2025
Network Rail complete Nantwich Station clean-up

Network Rail complete Nantwich Station clean-up

Network Rail says it has completed a clean-up of Nantwich Station after complaints by residents at the state of the site.

There were concerns at the amount of rubbish piling up on land at the station.

May 13, 2025
Thousands flock to Marbury for a joy-packed ‘Merry Days’ weekend

Thousands flock to Marbury for a joy-packed ‘Merry Days’ weekend

By Jonathan White
Marbury was buzzing with excitement as thousands of visitors flocked to the village for the 44th annual Marbury Merry Days.

Organised by the St Michael & All Angels Parochial Church Council, the event transforms the fields beside the parish church and picturesque Marbury Big Mere just three miles from Wrenbury.

May 13, 2025
Devolution will benefit borough, claims Cheshire East leader

Devolution will benefit borough, claims Cheshire East leader

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Devolution will benefit the Cheshire and Warrington region which is currently losing out to the mayoral authorities of Greater Manchester and Liverpool, Cheshire East’s council leader has said.

Cheshire and Warrington is part of the government’s devolution priority programme and a public consultation ended last month.

May 13, 2025
Students at Reaseheath raise hundreds for Mid Cheshire Mind

Students at Reaseheath raise hundreds for Mid Cheshire Mind

Students at Reaseheath College and University Centre in Nantwich have raised more than £400 for Mid Cheshire Mind.

The funds will go towards the local mental health charity keeping its vital phone support lines open.

May 12, 2025
Man brought to safety from A500 bridge in Willaston

Man brought to safety from A500 bridge in Willaston

Police managed to bring a man to safety off a bridge over the A500 dual carriageway in Willaston.

The incident led to the closure of the road for some time on Friday evening (May 9).

May 12, 2025
Raven Salvador secure treble with cup final win

Raven Salvador secure treble with cup final win

Raven Salvador sealed a remarkable treble as they came out on top in the Crewe Regional Sunday Division One cup final.

They emerged as 2-1 winners against Alderman United in the final at Nantwich Town’s Weaver Stadium.

May 12, 2025
Brookfield Allotment holders celebrate funding for site revamp

Brookfield Allotment holders celebrate funding for site revamp

Brookfield Allotment holders in Nantwich are celebrating a double win at their popular site.

More than 50 members of the Brookfield Allotment Association, their families and friends hailed the opening of a refurbished community area at their open day.

May 12, 2025
Kai Evans bags hat-trick at Nantwich Town Men’s Awards

Kai Evans bags hat-trick at Nantwich Town Men’s Awards

By Liam Price
Kai Evans was the big winner at Nantwich Town’s annual Men’s Awards Evening, including the top award of Player of the Season.

Striker Evans won three honours including Top Goalscorer, Best Goal and Men’s Player of the Season.

May 11, 2025