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Dog destroyed on Nantwich estate after police officers injured

Dog destroyed on Nantwich estate after police officers injured

A dog was destroyed by police at a house in Nantwich after it attacked two officers.

Police said they were called to a home on Reaseheath Way, on Kingsbourne Estate, to “make enquiries in relation to a wanted person”.

January 24, 2025
NatWest to close its Nantwich branch in June

NatWest to close its Nantwich branch in June

High Street bank NatWest is to close its Nantwich branch in June, it was revealed today.

It’s another blow to the town and will leave just TSB Bank in the town centre, along with Nationwide Building Society.

January 24, 2025
Storm Eowyn blows roof off large cheese factory near Nantwich

Storm Eowyn blows roof off large cheese factory near Nantwich

The roof of a major factory near Nantwich has been blown off onto a busy A road today as South Cheshire was battered by Storm Eowyn.

These dramatic pictures show the roof off JS Bailey cheese factory in Wardle was blown off earlier this morning.

January 24, 2025
Wistaston man jailed for managing county lines drugs gang

Wistaston man jailed for managing county lines drugs gang

A Wistaston man who managed a county lines drugs gang has been jailed after officers tracked the phone he used to advertise heroin and crack cocaine.

Harvey Etchells pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of class A drugs (Heroin), possession with intent to supply class A drugs (other) and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.

January 24, 2025
First phase takes place of re-stocking of River Weaver in Nantwich

First phase takes place of re-stocking of River Weaver in Nantwich

The first phase of a three-year programme to re-stock River Weaver in Nantwich has taken place.

It comes 15 months after the river suffered devastating pollution incidents in 2023 which led to the deaths of thousands of fish.

January 23, 2025
Trust boss says work on new Leighton Hospital to start in 2027

Trust boss says work on new Leighton Hospital to start in 2027

A Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Trust boss says they are pushing for work on a new Leighton Hospital to start in early 2027.

It comes after Health Secretary Wes Streeting confirmed this week that the rebuild would go ahead for seven hospitals build wholly or mostly from RAAC.

January 23, 2025
Sainsbury’s to close cafe in Nantwich store amid job cuts

Sainsbury’s to close cafe in Nantwich store amid job cuts

Sainsbury’s has announced plans to close its cafe in the Nantwich store as well as many others as part of a drive to save £1 billion by 2028.

The supermarket giant, which has had a store in Nantwich for 30 years, is proposing to shut 61 cafes in the UK amid a major overhaul that will see 3,000 jobs cut.

January 23, 2025
Cash-strapped CEC could scrap CCTV in Nantwich and other towns

Cash-strapped CEC could scrap CCTV in Nantwich and other towns

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council looks set to consult residents on cost-cutting proposals for its CCTV provision which could see the service reduced or even axed completely.

The council’s service currently operates on a 24/7 basis, 365 days of the year, including numerous cameras in around Nantwich town centre.

January 23, 2025
Urgent loan: Quick and reliable financial help when time is critical

Urgent loan: Quick and reliable financial help when time is critical

In today’s fast-paced world, financial emergencies can spring up at a moment’s notice, catching many unprepared and in need of immediate assistance.

This is where an urgent loan can prove to be an invaluable financial resource.

January 22, 2025
Discover the magic of hair extensions: A quick style upgrade

Discover the magic of hair extensions: A quick style upgrade

Imagine running your fingers through long, luscious locks, transforming your hairstyle within a matter of minutes.

This isn’t merely a fantasy; it’s the magic of hair extensions

January 22, 2025
Cheshire East to continue paying some people to stop smoking

Cheshire East to continue paying some people to stop smoking

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is to continue a scheme which sees family members of pregnant women being paid in vouchers to stop smoking.

In 2022, the council’s adults and health committee approved a financial incentive scheme to help pregnant women quit smoking.

January 22, 2025
Vital therapy for South Cheshire patients faces risk of closure

Vital therapy for South Cheshire patients faces risk of closure

Charity bosses say vital complementary therapy offered to end-of-life patients in South Cheshire could end because of a funding shortage.

Mid Cheshire Hospitals Charity is appealing for help to raise £20,000 to keep its complementary therapies service going.

January 22, 2025
Nantwich Town Women thump rivals Congleton Town 7-0

Nantwich Town Women thump rivals Congleton Town 7-0

Nantwich Town Women kicked off 2025 in style with a 7-0 win over Congleton Town Ladies in the Cheshire Women’s & Youth Football League Premier Division.

The match showcased the Dabbers’ attacking prowess as they cruised to victory in their first fixture of the new year.

January 22, 2025