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Talk in Nantwich to explore ADHD, wellbeing and lived experience

Talk in Nantwich to explore ADHD, wellbeing and lived experience

A new talk at the Nantwich Youth & Community Centre will focus on ADHD, its impact on daily living, and ways to improve health and wellbeing.

The event, on Tuesday May 12th from 7pm to 8pm, will be led by Andy Stone, who brings both lived experience and extensive personal study of ADHD and autism.

March 28, 2026
New chapter on wheels for Nantwich Bookshop’s bus

New chapter on wheels for Nantwich Bookshop’s bus

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Bookshop owners have taken their passion for reading on the road with the launch of their new “Book Bus”.

It means Steve and Denise Lawson can bring stories, community and coffee-inspired comfort to villages across the area.

March 28, 2026
Nantwich man jailed for using car as weapon at victim

Nantwich man jailed for using car as weapon at victim

A Nantwich man has been jailed for more than five years after he drove a car at another man in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Andrew Paul Whalley, 34, was jailed for five years and four months at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court after he admitted section 18 – wounding with intent, affray and driving a motor vehicle dangerously.

March 27, 2026
Shavington residents fight plans for homes near burial site

Shavington residents fight plans for homes near burial site

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Shavington residents are fighting a proposal for up to four homes to be built next to a natural burial site.

Simon Clutton is seeking permission in principle for the self-build properties on land to the rear of Pusey Dale Close, off Main Road.

March 27, 2026
Why should MCCB panel boards be first line of defence against overcurrent?

Why should MCCB panel boards be first line of defence against overcurrent?

Electrical systems today are more complex and more interconnected than ever.

From industrial plants to commercial buildings and advanced residential infrastructure, a wide range of electrical instruments and sensitive devices rely on stable, uninterrupted power distribution.

March 27, 2026
Proposed access to site off Broad Lane

75-homes plan for Stapeley deferred for second time

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A Nantwich housing application has been deferred for a second time for a traffic assessment – with a parish councillor warning “until there’s a fatality, nobody’s going to take us seriously”.

The proposal from Nightingale Land for up to 75 homes off Broad Lane was deferred earlier this month by the strategic planning board (SPB) for a traffic assessment to identify any cumulative impact.

March 27, 2026
Ultimate checklist for hosting a seamless outdoor celebration

Ultimate checklist for hosting a seamless outdoor celebration

Hosting and planning an outdoor celebration can be one of the most rewarding ways to bring people together, whether you are hosting a wedding, birthday, corporate event, or summer party.

However, pulling it off smoothly requires careful organisation and attention to detail.

March 27, 2026
Wrenbury Primary launches 150th celebration with flag ceremony

Wrenbury Primary launches 150th celebration with flag ceremony

Wrenbury Primary School near Nantwich has launched its 150th anniversary celebrations with a flag-raising ceremony.

Following the school’s spring service, the whole school community gathered around the flagpole for the special moment.

March 27, 2026
Wrong size road sign for new Reaseheath A51 bypass?

Wrong size road sign for new Reaseheath A51 bypass?

It has been a Nantwich road project dogged with delays and problems.

Now it seems the latest setback to the new A51 Reaseheath bypass is the wrong size road sign!

March 27, 2026
Reaseheath research reveals rise in euthanasia rates for stray dogs

Reaseheath research reveals rise in euthanasia rates for stray dogs

The number of stray dogs being euthanised has tripled in three years, research by Reaseheath College in Nantwich and others has revealed.

The study looked at the number of dogs across the UK and the Republic of Ireland having to be euthanised in dog shelters.

March 27, 2026
New conference aims to unlock South Cheshire potential

New conference aims to unlock South Cheshire potential

A major new conference focused on the regeneration and growth of Crewe, Nantwich and the wider South Cheshire area is set to launch in April.

Organised by South Cheshire Chamber of Commerce, “The Future of Crewe – Unlocking Crewe and South Cheshire’s Potential” will create a dedicated space for conversation about ongoing transformation.

March 27, 2026
REVIEW: “Room 13” by Nantwich Players Youth Theatre

REVIEW: “Room 13” by Nantwich Players Youth Theatre

By Claire Faulkner
Nantwich Players Youth Theatre brings myth, legend and a touch of gothic horror to the town this week with their production of Room 13.

Adapted by Joe Standerline from the novel by Robert Swindells, we meet a group of school children on a trip to the historical town of Whitby.

March 27, 2026
What to expect after your surgery: recovery and results

What to expect after your surgery: recovery and results

Understanding the recovery process after a hair transplant helps patients follow the right care routine and protect newly implanted follicles.

Hair transplantation is an effective solution for hair loss, but proper recovery is essential for long-term success.

March 27, 2026