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1945 dairy student among thousands at Reaseheath lambing events

1945 dairy student among thousands at Reaseheath lambing events

A former dairy student who studied at Reaseheath College in Nantwich in 1945 made a remarkable return to see the next generation of farmers at its popular lambing weekends.

Doreen Taylor Brown, now living at Newton Court Care Home in Middlewich, was welcomed back to college more than 80 years after her time as a student.

March 11, 2026
Rare LS Lowry drawing sells for £41,000 at Nantwich auction

Rare LS Lowry drawing sells for £41,000 at Nantwich auction

A rare and original LS Lowry drawing which was won in a raffle for a £1 has sold for a whopping £41,000 at a Nantwich auction.

The famous artist’s drawing “A Harassed Mother” went under the hammer at Wilson55 on Market Street in Nantwich last week.

March 11, 2026
Plans unveiled for 23 new homes in Shavington green gap

Plans unveiled for 23 new homes in Shavington green gap

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Plans have been submitted for 23 homes in the open countryside and within the green gap at Shavington.

John Malam has applied for permission to build the dwellings, including eight affordable, on land off Alfred King Close.

March 11, 2026
Female bellringers from Nantwich mark International Women’s Day

Female bellringers from Nantwich mark International Women’s Day

Female bellringers from St Mary’s Church in Nantwich marked International Women’s Day with a special ringing of a Quarter Peal of Plain Bob Doubles.

The ringing took place at 4.30pm on Sunday (March 8th) and reflected this year’s theme, ‘Give to Gain’.

March 11, 2026
Malbank School students enjoy taste of Italy with Rome trip

Malbank School students enjoy taste of Italy with Rome trip

Students from Malbank Sixth Form College in Nantwich have returned from an unforgettable four-day visit to Rome, describing the experience as a “10/10” highlight of their school journey.

The residential for students from Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5, forms part of the school’s aim to widen horizons and develop cultural capital.

March 11, 2026
Nantwich agency lands extended Network Rail contract

Nantwich agency lands extended Network Rail contract

Nantwich marketing agency Eleven has renewed its contract with Network Rail’s Creative Services Framework.

The Welsh Row-based company has been appointed to provide strategic campaign services.

March 11, 2026
Appeal continues after puppies dumped in box by Nantwich road

Appeal continues after puppies dumped in box by Nantwich road

An animal charity is continuing to appeal for help to trace the mum of seven puppies left abandoned in a box by the side of a busy Nantwich road.

We revealed last month how a passerby found the puppies, thought to be Huskies, in a cardboard box by Middlewich Road.

March 10, 2026
Residents air concerns over Nantwich Cricket Club plans

Residents air concerns over Nantwich Cricket Club plans

Residents in Nantwich have voiced concerns over plans by the town’s cricket club to expand its clubhouse.

A number of residents of Sycamore Close in Nantwich attended Nantwich Town Council to air their fears.

March 10, 2026
Four people injured in two-car smash on busy road near Nantwich

Four people injured in two-car smash on busy road near Nantwich

Four people were injured in a serious two-vehicle crash on the A530 between Nantwich and Middlewich.

Fire crews, police and paramedics were called to the incident at Wimboldsley and the road was closed off in both directions for several hours.

March 10, 2026
Nantwich Town Women beaten by Runcorn Linnets in final away match

Nantwich Town Women beaten by Runcorn Linnets in final away match

Nantwich Town Women suffered a rare setback as the Dabbers were beaten 2–1 by Runcorn Linnets in the North West Women’s Regional League Division One South.

The defeat came in Nantwich’s final away match of the season at the Apec Taxis Stadium in Runcorn.

March 9, 2026
Councillors to decide on new Nantwich shop licence amid objection

Councillors to decide on new Nantwich shop licence amid objection

Councillors will decide whether to grant a premises licence amid plans to re-open the convenience store on Arnold Street in Nantwich.

Applicants want to open the former Premier store under the new name “OSB Food & Wine”.

March 9, 2026
Creating a calm bathroom: Guide to choosing relaxing colour tones

Creating a calm bathroom: Guide to choosing relaxing colour tones

Your bathroom should be a sanctuary. A place to unwind after a long day and wash away stress.

The colours you choose play a powerful role in creating this peaceful atmosphere. The right tones can soothe your mind and make the space feel like a personal spa.

March 9, 2026
LETTER: Impressed with new toucan crossing at Peacock

LETTER: Impressed with new toucan crossing at Peacock

Dear Editor
I would like to offer some well-deserved praise to Cheshire East Council for the completion of the new toucan crossing at the Peacock roundabout — a notoriously busy junction with fast-moving traffic.

March 9, 2026