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Paralympic gold medallist Andy Small enjoying the paper

Wingate Centre in Wrenbury unveils new Vice Presidents

The Wingate Centre in Wrenbury near Nantwich has appointed two new Vice Presidents, including Nantwich paralympic champion Andy Small.

Andy (pictured) is joined by Gyles Brandreth, TV celebrity and former MP.

March 26, 2026
Nantwich home care boss contributes to Casey Commission

Nantwich home care boss contributes to Casey Commission

The owner of a Nantwich home care company has contributed to the national conversation shaping the Casey Commission’s review of adult social care.

Ben Selby, who runs Right at Home South Cheshire, was involved in a cross-county meeting with Helen Morgan, MP for North Shropshire, and other providers.

March 26, 2026
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FA investigate alleged racist incident at Nantwich Town game

The FA is currently investigating an alleged racist incident which led to the abandonment of Nantwich Town’s match with Darlaston.

Darlaston players walked off the pitch after 71 minutes as they trailed 3-1 to the Dabbers at the Swansway Stadium.

March 26, 2026
Nantwich couple’s three decades of being “mum and dad” to 60 children!

Nantwich couple’s three decades of being “mum and dad” to 60 children!

A Nantwich couple are celebrating three decades of being ‘mum and dad’ to 60 children – and the family is getting bigger by the day!

Over the years, Graham and Kerry Christopher have opened their home – and their hearts – to scores of foster children in need of care, guidance and the occasional reminder to tidy their room.

March 26, 2026
Batherton Lane housing Nightingale Land plans

Nantwich councillors air concerns over housing plans in Stapeley

Ward councillors in Nantwich have spoken out over fears of multiple housing development bids for the Stapeley area.

Cllrs Geoff Smith and John Priest were at Cheshire East Council’s Strategic Planning Board today (March 25th) regarding a planning application for 75 homes off Broad Lane.

March 25, 2026
Need Golf Centre in Nantwich earns global honour

Need Golf Centre in Nantwich earns global honour

The family-run Need Golf centre in Nantwich has taken its success to the international stage after being named Toptracer Range of the Year at the 2026 EMEA Awards in Madrid.

Need Golf has been recognised as the number one Toptracer range across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

March 25, 2026
Cheshire College South & West and Macclesfield College launch merger consultation

Cheshire College South & West and Macclesfield College launch merger consultation

Two of Cheshire’s biggest further education colleges have today launched a public consultation on a proposed merger.

The proposal would bring together Cheshire College – South & West, including its Crewe campus, and Macclesfield College.

March 25, 2026
Quiz night returns to Nantwich Town for 12th year

Quiz night returns to Nantwich Town for 12th year

By Jonathan White
The Nantwich Town Independent Supporters Association (NTISA) Quiz Night is to return for its 12th year this spring.

The quiz, taking place on Friday 17th April 2026, will kick off at 7:30pm in the Atherton & Associates Suite at Nantwich’s Swansway Stadium.

March 25, 2026
Leighton Hospital trust unveils plan for research centre of excellence

Leighton Hospital trust unveils plan for research centre of excellence

Mid Cheshire Hospitals Trust which runs Leighton Hospital has unveiled ambitious plans to become a North West centre of excellence for research and development by 2029.

Its plans focus on expanding opportunities for local people to take part in the latest trials, while enabling staff to lead and support more cutting-edge advancements.

March 25, 2026
CEC councillors air fears as schools miss “harm from drugs” lessons

CEC councillors air fears as schools miss “harm from drugs” lessons

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East councillors have expressed concern some of the borough’s schools are not taking up a substance misuse education programme with one saying lessons about the harm from drugs are as important as maths.

The adults and health committee was being updated yesterday (Monday) on recent work stemming from the “reducing drug and alcohol harm plan” in Cheshire East.

March 24, 2026
Nantwich community health garden unveils log cabin shelter

Nantwich community health garden unveils log cabin shelter

A community garden in Nantwich has unveiled a new addition where users can sit back and reap the rewards of their green-fingered endeavours.

Growing Health Community Garden CIC (GHCG), based at Brookfield Park, has thrown open the doors to a new log cabin which will provide shelter on colder days.

March 24, 2026
Nantwich Food Festival 2026 appeal for volunteers

Nantwich Food Festival 2026 appeal for volunteers

Nantwich Food Festival organisers are inviting local residents to find out more about volunteering for the festival in 2026.

This year’s three-day event takes place on Friday 4th to Sunday 6th September.

March 24, 2026
“Saltways” art exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

“Saltways” art exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

Popular local artist Iain Davidson returns to Nantwich Museum with his exhibition ‘Saltways: Crystallising Journeys Over Time’.

The exhibition has opened in the Community Gallery at the Pillory Street venue and is due to run until Saturday May 2nd.

March 24, 2026