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Fire crews battle vehicle blaze on Nantwich street

Fire crews battle vehicle blaze on Nantwich street

Fire crews were called to tackle a vehicle blaze on Davenport Avenue in Nantwich.

The incident happened shortly after 7pm last night (June 15th) and one fire engine and a rapid response rescue unit from Nantwich attended.

June 16, 2026
What those numbers on your car repair quote actually mean

What those numbers on your car repair quote actually mean

You’re staring at a repair quote. There’s a line for parts, one for labour, maybe a diagnostic fee, VAT tacked on, and a total at the bottom. Looks simple enough, right?

Except the numbers on that page don’t always mean what you think they mean—and that’s not necessarily the garage trying to pull a fast one.

June 16, 2026
Nantwich Town goalkeeper Ben Garratt steps away from football

Nantwich Town goalkeeper Ben Garratt steps away from football

Nantwich Town goalkeeper Ben Garratt is to step away from football after more than two years at the Swansway Stadium.

The 32-year-old joined in February 2024 and signed a two-year contract shortly after which ended on the completion of the 2025/26 season.

June 16, 2026
Bunbury Village Day hailed major success

Bunbury Village Day hailed major success

Hundreds of villagers came out in force to celebrate another colourful Bunbury Village Day.

Organisers hailed the annual event another great success, attracting nearly 1,000 paying adults.

June 16, 2026
Crewe & Nantwich MP supports social media ban for under 16s

Crewe & Nantwich MP supports social media ban for under 16s

Crewe & Nantwich MP Connor Naismith says he backs a new social media ban for U16s which he says will “protect childhoods”.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer made the seismic announcement yesterday with the ban set to come into force next spring.

June 16, 2026
Nantwich man jailed for sexual images of young girls he enticed with vapes

Nantwich man jailed for sexual images of young girls he enticed with vapes

EXCLUSIVE
A Nantwich man has been jailed for more than three years today after he was caught creating and possessing indecent images of young girls.

And it emerged that Christopher Heavey, 38, contacted his victims on social media offering to sell them vapes.

June 15, 2026
Town Council considers services to take over in CEC devolution plan

Town Council considers services to take over in CEC devolution plan

Nantwich Town Council is to consider which services if any it will take over from cash-strapped Cheshire East Council under plans for more devolved power.

It could see the town council eventually take over services such as street lighting, street cleaning, parks and play areas, the museum and even off street parking.

June 15, 2026
First female steam driver qualifies at Peacock Railway

First female steam driver qualifies at Peacock Railway

By Jonathan White
A volunteer at the popular Peacock Railway miniature railway near Nantwich has become the first female member of the South Cheshire Model Engineering Society to qualify as a steam locomotive driver.

June 15, 2026
Debunking myths about downsizing in later life

Debunking myths about downsizing in later life

For many people, the thought of downsizing later in life can feel daunting.

The family home often represents decades of memories, milestones, and comfort, making the idea of moving seem like a significant sacrifice.

June 15, 2026
Global spotlight falls on Willaston Worm Charming spectacle

Global spotlight falls on Willaston Worm Charming spectacle

By Jonathan White
Hundreds of people flocked to Willaston Primary Academy for the 47th annual Willaston World Worm Charming Championships.

The quirky event, which has become one of Cheshire’s most unusual traditions, has been hosted in the village since 1980.

June 14, 2026
Pub near Nantwich to stage special charity night

Pub near Nantwich to stage special charity night

A popular pub near Nantwich is staging a special charity event for two causes.

The Bhurty in Aston is teaming up with Steve Harding, who has fundraised for the Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA) for many years.

June 14, 2026
Nantwich Pride set to return with two-day celebration in July

Nantwich Pride set to return with two-day celebration in July

Nantwich Pride 2026 arrives in the town in July for a two-day celebration.

The event starts on Friday 17th July with a special opening event featuring Elvis (Paul Larcombe) at Nantwich Civic Hall.

June 14, 2026
Nantwich centenarian earns BEM in King’s Honours for theatre services

Nantwich centenarian earns BEM in King’s Honours for theatre services

A Nantwich woman aged 101 years old has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours for almost six decades of service to amateur dramatics.

Pauline Patricia Knifton Hough has been awarded the BEM for services to theatre and to the community in Nantwich.

June 13, 2026