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IMAGES MAY CAUSE DISTRESS – RSPCA appeal after dead Akita dog found in woodland

IMAGES MAY CAUSE DISTRESS – RSPCA appeal after dead Akita dog found in woodland

The body of a neglected dead Akita type dog has been found in woodland near Crewe, prompting an RSPCA appeal for help.

The brown and white coloured dog was found covered in a blue curtain on Thursday 26 February on woodland to the side of Old Park Road.

March 3, 2026
Appeal after car crashes into Shavington gardens

Appeal after car crashes into Shavington gardens

Police are probing a crash after a car careered off a road in Shavington and ploughed through several garden fences and hedges.

The vehicle also hit three parked cars in the accident which happened on Newcastle Road, near the Esso garage, at around 1am on Saturday (Feb 28th).

March 3, 2026
Nantwich girls selected for English Youth Ballet - pic by Ben Garner

Three Nantwich girls chosen for English Youth Ballet production

Three Nantwich girls have been selected to take part in the prestigious English Youth Ballet’s latest production.

Harriet Hughes, Lena Hassall, and Annabel Ratcliffe will feature in the 95-strong cast of EYB’s production of Coppélia.

March 3, 2026
Muller Property bid for 400 new homes with new Stapeley access

Muller Property bid for 400 new homes with new Stapeley access

Residents have voiced concerns over Muller Property Group’s plan to build another 400 homes in Stapeley which includes a new access road off Broad Lane.

The plan is the latest phase of their “Nantwich South” proposals which could see up to 1,000 homes in total on land between Broad Lane, Peter De Stapleigh Way and the A51 London Road.

March 3, 2026
Live comedy back at Nantwich Civic Hall on March 6th

Live comedy back at Nantwich Civic Hall on March 6th

The Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich Civic Hall this Friday March 6th with four more top comedians in action.

Compering the evening will be a first time appearance from Joe McTernan.

March 2, 2026
Nantwich musician honoured with rare and prestigious medal

Nantwich musician honoured with rare and prestigious medal

A Nantwich musician has been honoured with a rare and prestigious medal from The Worshipful Company of Musicians.

Ian Raisbeck is the recipient of the Mortimer Medal for 2026, made by the City of London’s historic livery company formed in 1500.

March 2, 2026
Willaston councillor quits Tories to become Independent

Willaston councillor quits Tories to become Independent

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Willaston and Rope councillor Allen Gage has quit the Conservative party and is now sitting as a non-grouped Independent on Cheshire East Council.

Cllr Gage, who was elected to Cheshire East in 2019, stressed there had been no fall-out with the local group on Cheshire East.

March 2, 2026
Wrenbury Primary School to celebrate 150th anniversary

Wrenbury Primary School to celebrate 150th anniversary

Wrenbury Primary School is celebrating 150 years of educating youngsters in and around the village near Nantwich.

And now its staff are inviting residents to share their stories and help shape a lasting legacy.

March 2, 2026
Police uncover major cannabis farm in Wrenbury near Nantwich

Police uncover major cannabis farm in Wrenbury near Nantwich

Police in Nantwich have uncovered a large cannabis grow operation in the Wrenbury area.

Officers say the illegal operation was discovered after a number of residents raised concerns.

March 2, 2026
93% of parents receive first preference secondary school place

93% of parents receive first preference secondary school place

The number of parents in Cheshire East receiving an offer for first preference secondary school has dropped by 2%, figures released show.

Cheshire East Council said 93% of parents have today received offer for first preference of secondary school on national offer day.

March 2, 2026
Amanda Fallon fires Nantwich Town Women closer to title glory

Amanda Fallon fires Nantwich Town Women closer to title glory

Nantwich Town Women moved a step closer to league glory with a commanding 4-1 victory over Warrington Town in the North West Women’s Regional League Division One South.

In their penultimate home match of the 2025/26 campaign, the Dabbers showed resilience and quality to claim a crucial three points that keeps them firmly on course for the title.

March 2, 2026
Record turnout as thousands take part in Nantwich 10K

Record turnout as thousands take part in Nantwich 10K

By Jonathan White
More than 2,100 runners laced up their trainers for the annual HSW Solicitors Nantwich 10K yesterday (March 1st).

And runners were cheered on by plenty of onlookers during the popular road race which took place in dry and mild spring conditions.

March 2, 2026
Discovering old Aberdeen: History, heritage and hidden gems

Discovering old Aberdeen: History, heritage and hidden gems

Old Aberdeen, centuries of faith and learning have moulded it into a silent, fascinating district of the city, of which the granite walls are a mirror of the shifting Scottish light.

March 1, 2026