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10-man Nantwich Town stage fightback in 2-2 draw with Ashton United

10-man Nantwich Town stage fightback in 2-2 draw with Ashton United

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town came from two goals and a man down to secure a thrilling 2-2 draw with Ashton United at the Optimum Pay Stadium.

Matt Bell had the first real chance of the game, diverting the ball towards goal from a corner but seeing it turned away by Greg Hartley.

January 30, 2022
From Prejudice to Pride exhibition at Nantwich Museum

From Prejudice to Pride exhibition at Nantwich Museum

Nantwich Museum is to host “From Prejudice to Pride” exhibition throughout February to mark LGBT History Month.

With the earliest recorded marriage in 1707 of Hannah Wright and Anne Gaskill in Prestbury to the game changing contribution to modern equal rights of Antony Grey, Cheshire has many things to take pride in.

January 29, 2022
Former foster carers targeted in Cheshire East recruitment bid

Former foster carers targeted in Cheshire East recruitment bid

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Former foster carers could soon be contacted by Cheshire East in a bid to recruit more people to look after children needing a home.

There is a national shortage of foster carers and the council said it needs to ensure its recruitment campaigns target the right people.

January 29, 2022
Wybunbury Delves Primary and Wickes team up for outdoor play area

Wybunbury Delves Primary and Wickes team up for outdoor play area

Staff and pupils at Wybunbury Delves Primary have been given a play areas boost by Crewe-based Wickes.

The store has donated paint and equipment to help freshen up the village school’s play area later this year.

January 27, 2022
Covid among children in Cheshire East on rise again, says health chief

Covid among children in Cheshire East on rise again, says health chief

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Covid cases have started to rise again among schoolchildren in Cheshire East but the numbers are significantly lower than a few weeks ago.

And some schools are continuing to urge pupils to wear face coverings in classrooms, corridors and other communal areas.

January 27, 2022
Car maker Bentley unveils huge electric vehicle plan for Crewe factory

Car maker Bentley unveils huge electric vehicle plan for Crewe factory

Bentley’s first-ever Battery-Powered Electric Vehicle (BEV) will be developed and built in South Cheshire after the company committed to investing £2.5 billion in sustainability in the next 10 years.

The announcement has been hailed a major boost for the UK economy.

January 27, 2022
Rail campaigners welcome Bill for next HS2 phase Crewe to Manchester

Rail campaigners welcome Bill for next HS2 phase Crewe to Manchester

The Crewe to Manchester leg of HS2 has moved one step closer as the legal process in Parliament to allow it to go ahead gets underway.

Crewe and Nantwich MP Dr Kieran Mullan and HS2 project champion Pete Waterman toured Crewe station to mark the occasion with new Rail Minister Wendy Morton MP.

January 26, 2022
Nantwich Town keeper Gould called up for New Zealand team

Nantwich Town keeper Gould called up for New Zealand team

Nantwich Town goalkeeper Matthew Gould has been called up to the New Zealand national team, writes Christian Fuller.

Gould has been added to the New Zealand squad ahead of their upcoming games against Jordan and Uzbekistan.

January 26, 2022
Nantwich Town taste defeat losing 1-0 at home to Mickleover

Nantwich Town taste defeat losing 1-0 at home to Mickleover

By Jack Beresford
Nantwich Town assistant manager Jay Bateman said the home defeat to Mickleover Sports was “a tough one to take”.

Stuart Beavon’s 63rd minute wonder strike helped the visitors to a 1-0 victory over the Dabbers on a cold Tuesday night at the Optimum Pay Stadium.

January 26, 2022
Car trapped under Nantwich level crossing barrier

Car trapped under Nantwich level crossing barrier

A motorist who tried to drive over a level crossing in Nantwich as the barriers closed ended up wedged underneath.

Stunned onlookers and other motorists watched in horror as these images show the unnamed Mercedes driver stuck close to the railway line.

January 26, 2022
Man arrested over reports of town centre “stalking” in Crewe

Man arrested over reports of town centre “stalking” in Crewe

A man has been arrested after an investigation into alleged “stalking” of women walking through Crewe town centre.

A 35-year-old is being questioned by police following an arrested in the town yesterday (January 25).

January 26, 2022
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Academy beat Eccles 36-0

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Academy beat Eccles 36-0

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Senior Academy Colts hit the top of their Halbro league with a thumping win over Eccles, writes Pete Evans.

A large crowd turned out to see if they could keep the performance levels high, and get back to our winning ways.

January 25, 2022
Cheshire East Conservative councillor quits party over “partygate”

Cheshire East Conservative councillor quits party over “partygate”

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A Cheshire East councillor who has worked in the NHS throughout the pandemic has quit the Conservative party because of the national ‘partygate’ scandal.

Cllr Nicky Wylie, has issued a joint statement with the Cheshire East Conservative Group to say she had left the Tories “in light of recent national events”.

January 25, 2022