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Crewe & Nantwich RUFC “proud” after Tom Curry lands England captaincy

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC “proud” after Tom Curry lands England captaincy

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC chiefs have spoken of their pride after the club’s former junior star Tom Curry was made England captain for the Six Nations.

Curry, who plays for Sale, skippered England in their narrow defeat to Scotland last weekend and is set to lead his country again against Italy on Sunday.

February 12, 2022
Wistaston Scouts present £2,300 to Royal British Legion

Wistaston Scouts present £2,300 to Royal British Legion

By Jonathan White
Wistaston Scouts have presented a fund-raising cheque for nearly £2,300 to the Royal British Legion thanks to their eye-catching “Ribbon of Poppies” cascade.

The 35th South West Cheshire (Wistaston) Scout Group put together the 70ft structure for Remembrance Day, with silhouetted soldiers

February 12, 2022
Nantwich “Parkrun” moves step closer as Barony masterplan gathers pace

Nantwich “Parkrun” moves step closer as Barony masterplan gathers pace

A regular Nantwich “Parkrun” event on the Barony could be a few strides closer after councillors backed the idea amid the park’s “masterplan” consultation.

The “Barony Masterplan” includes a running/walking track around the perimeter of the park.

February 11, 2022
Councillors call for police action on Nantwich town centre parking

Councillors call for police action on Nantwich town centre parking

Nantwich Town councillors have called for more police action against inconsiderate and dangerous parking in the town centre.

The issue was raised by councillors at the town council meeting last night (February 10).

February 11, 2022
Two people rescued from bungalow fire in Bulkeley, near Nantwich

Two people rescued from bungalow fire in Bulkeley, near Nantwich

Two people were rescued and treated by paramedics after a fire at their bungalow in Bulkeley, near Nantwich.

The incident happened on Mill Grove and four appliances – from Nantwich, Malpas and Chester – were called out to the scene.

February 11, 2022
FEATURE: Planning a girls’ weekend away in Manchester

FEATURE: Planning a girls’ weekend away in Manchester

Manchester is one of the best locations in the country for a weekend away with a group of like-minded women.

Whether you’re looking for a more relaxed sightseeing trip, or you’d prefer to see what the nightlife has to offer, or even a little bit of both, there’s plenty to like about the city.

February 10, 2022
Full-time - Nantwich Town FC Manager Dave Cooke thanks the fans

Nantwich Town fall to defeat at Cheshire rivals Warrington

By Adam Bateman
Nantwich Town could not follow up their fine victory away at Morpeth as they fell to a narrow defeat at Warrington Town.

Right from the kick off the hosts were dominate.

February 9, 2022
Plan for Audlem wedding venue deferred over noise assessment

Plan for Audlem wedding venue deferred over noise assessment

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Councillors have deferred an application to use a former Audlem farmhouse as a wedding venue until a noise assessment is done.

Cheshire East planning officers had recommended the scheme at The Parkes, off Monks Lane, be approved.

February 9, 2022
Nantwich Jazz Blues and Music Festival returns this Easter

Nantwich Jazz Blues and Music Festival returns this Easter

The Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival is back after a two-year gap due to the pandemic.

And organisers say the 2022 line-up is bigger and better than ever.

February 9, 2022
Pensioner from Crewe jailed for 12 years for sex offences against children

Pensioner from Crewe jailed for 12 years for sex offences against children

A 74-year-old man from Crewe has been jailed for 12 years after being found guilty of a string of sex offences against victims under the age of 13.

David Palin was sentenced at Chester Crown Court following a week-long trial.

February 9, 2022
Nantwich Show returns with new location at Reaseheath College

Nantwich Show returns with new location at Reaseheath College

Nantwich Show is set to celebrate 125 years by moving to a new location in July – at nearby Reaseheath College.

This year’s show is set for Wednesday July 27 as organisers Nantwich Agricultural Society aim for an extra special celebration.

February 9, 2022
READER’S LETTER: Great British Railways HQ countdown has started

READER’S LETTER: Great British Railways HQ countdown has started

Dear Editor,
The competition to find a new home for the Great British Railways Headquarters is now live and towns and cities from across the United Kingdom are invited to apply.

February 8, 2022
PCSO numbers could be slashed in Cheshire to free up £1.3 million

PCSO numbers could be slashed in Cheshire to free up £1.3 million

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire’s police commissioner could cut the number of PCSOs by slashing £1.3m off that part of the budget and using the cash to fund other police officers.

PCC John Dwyer stressed there would be no redundancies and losses would be through “natural wastage”.

February 8, 2022