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Kai Evans bags hat-trick at Nantwich Town Men’s Awards

Kai Evans bags hat-trick at Nantwich Town Men’s Awards

By Liam Price
Kai Evans was the big winner at Nantwich Town’s annual Men’s Awards Evening, including the top award of Player of the Season.

Striker Evans won three honours including Top Goalscorer, Best Goal and Men’s Player of the Season.

May 11, 2025
New or refurbished iPhone: which is the smarter choice?

New or refurbished iPhone: which is the smarter choice?

If you’re thinking about upgrading your iPhone, you’re probably debating between splurging on a brand-new model or saving some money by looking into refurbished phones.

This options make sense depending on what matters most to you – your budget, performance needs, and personal values all play a part in making the right call.

May 10, 2025
Building a successful landscaping business in Devon

Building a successful landscaping business in Devon

Devon is known for its beautiful countryside and lush green landscapes.

With its rolling hills, dramatic coastlines, and quaint villages, it is the ideal location to build a thriving landscaping business.

May 10, 2025
Nantwich groups team up for eco-Sunday clean up

Nantwich groups team up for eco-Sunday clean up

Nantwich community leaders are teaming up tomorrow (May 11) to make common cause for people and nature.

Members of Sustainable Nantwich, Nantwich Civic Society, Nantwich in Bloom and other volunteers are coming together for some “Balsam Pulling” along the River Weaver through the town.

May 10, 2025
Help Nantwich charities seeking access to grant funding

Help Nantwich charities seeking access to grant funding

Charities and community groups in Nantwich have a new ally in their quest for funding.

The South Cheshire Funders’ Forum offers an easier approach to securing grants, allowing organisations to submit a single expression of interest to access multiple opportunities.

May 10, 2025
Wybunbury Fig Pie Wakes 2025 – rolling into its 30th year

Wybunbury Fig Pie Wakes 2025 – rolling into its 30th year

By Jonathan White
The 30th annual ‘Wybunbury Fig Pie Wakes’ will take place in Wybunbury on Saturday June 7.

The family-friendly event is organised primarily by the Wybunbury Tower Preservation Trust and starts at 1pm.

May 10, 2025
Reaseheath College £2,000 travel scholarship on offer

Reaseheath College £2,000 travel scholarship on offer

The deadline for a £2,000 travel scholarship run by Reaseheath College in Nantwich is fast approaching.

Young professionals working in Cheshire’s land-based industries can apply for the John Platt Travel Scholarship.

May 10, 2025
New tech to target those who attack Cheshire emergency workers

New tech to target those who attack Cheshire emergency workers

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire’s Police Crime Commissioner says new technology will help police crack down on people who attack emergency workers and bring them to justice.

Commissioner Dan Price was responding to a question about attacks on police after Chief Constable Mark Roberts revealed 10 officers and PCSOs had been assaulted over a 48-hour period one weekend last month.

May 9, 2025
Nantwich CC league struggles continue with loss to Didsbury

Nantwich CC league struggles continue with loss to Didsbury

Nantwich Cricket Club’s disappointing start to the Cheshire County Cricket League season continued last weekend despite a brilliant debut century from Rob Jones.

Jones hit three sixes in a faultless 125-ball 116 but his efforts were not enough for the Dabbers to avoid a third successive Premier League defeat.

May 9, 2025
Fire crews tackle house fire in Nantwich street

Fire crews tackle house fire in Nantwich street

Fire crews were called to tackle a blaze at a house on Prince Edward Street in Nantwich.

The fire broke out at around midday yesterday (May 8).

May 9, 2025
VE Day 80 offers reflection and commemoration in Nantwich

VE Day 80 offers reflection and commemoration in Nantwich

Hundreds of people gathered in Nantwich town square for a heartfelt celebration to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day last night (May 8).

Crowds looked on respectfully as poignant speeches were made and 1940s songs sung as Union flags and bunting fluttered in the pleasant spring evening.

May 9, 2025
Need Golf Centre in Nantwich launches Junior Academy

Need Golf Centre in Nantwich launches Junior Academy

The Need Golf Centre in Nantwich has unveiled a new Junior Golf Academy.

The centre, off Main Road near Reaseheath College, welcomed more than 250 local children over the Easter school holidays.

May 8, 2025
Cheshire East Council served with “Best Value Notice” by ministers

Cheshire East Council served with “Best Value Notice” by ministers

Cheshire East Council has been served with a warning notice by Ministers who say they have “concerns” over how the authority is being run.

The “Best Value Notice” was issued today by Jim McMahon, Minister for Local Government and Devolution

May 8, 2025