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Nantwich singer Abbie Ozard returns for Words & Music Festival

Nantwich singer Abbie Ozard returns for Words & Music Festival

Nantwich’s own Abbie Ozard makes a triumphant return to her hometown on Tuesday October 12 as one of the headliners at this year’s Words & Music Festival.

Abbie first came to prominence in 2017, with her track ‘Average Disguise’ taking top spot in Words & Music’s inaugural song writing contest.

September 29, 2021
“Woof Mudder” dog event in Nantwich raises funds for hospice

“Woof Mudder” dog event in Nantwich raises funds for hospice

A fundraising “Woof Mudder” event at Dorfold Hall estate in Acton near Nantwich has helped raise money for a hospice.

The event was in aid of St Luke’s Cheshire Hospice and was sponsored by Homefeeds Pet Food Supermarket, based in Shavington, Crewe.

September 29, 2021
Reaseheath and Sustainable Nantwich to host Zero Carbon Conference

Reaseheath and Sustainable Nantwich to host Zero Carbon Conference

South Cheshire organisations and businesses are being urged to sign up for a virtual conference aimed at tackling climate change.

The Cheshire Net Zero Carbon Conference is being hosted by Reaseheath College, Cheshire East Council and Sustainable Nantwich.

September 28, 2021
FEATURE: Home renovation projects to tackle before winter

FEATURE: Home renovation projects to tackle before winter

As we spend more time indoors during the darker, cooler months, many people turn their attention to home renovation.

With winter approaching, we’re spending less time in the garden.

September 28, 2021
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Snr Academy beat rivals Whitchurch

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Snr Academy beat rivals Whitchurch

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC senior academy continued their fine form with a 32-12 win over local rivals Whitchurch.

And the victory was even more impressive given 10 changes they had to make from the week before.

September 28, 2021
Seal pup attacked by dog recovers at Nantwich RSPCA centre

Seal pup attacked by dog recovers at Nantwich RSPCA centre

An injured seal pup, thought to have been attacked by a dog, is recovering at Stapeley Grange RSPCA centre in Nantwich after being rescued from a beach in North Wales.

The dehydrated and underweight male pup was found by a member of British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR) last Friday (24 September).

September 28, 2021
Former Stapeley councillor wins Nantwich Museum honour

Former Stapeley councillor wins Nantwich Museum honour

Former Stapeley Parish councillors Keith Lawrence has been awarded the prestigious Dutton Prize by Nantwich Museum.

Dr Lawrence was announced as the winner at the venue’s Annual General Meeting of museum members.

September 27, 2021
Nantwich Town Walking Football appeals for more players

Nantwich Town Walking Football appeals for more players

Nantwich Town Walking Football club are looking to recruit more over 50s and over 60s players.

The club is hoping to enter teams into Walking Football leagues and tournaments and is keen to attract more players.

September 27, 2021
CEC councillors back plan to charge over 85s for lifeline alarms

CEC councillors back plan to charge over 85s for lifeline alarms

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East councillors have approved controversial plans to charge the over 85s for a lifeline care alarm system they currently get for free.

At the moment residents who are over 85 and live alone do not pay for the assistive technology (Telecare service) they receive.

September 27, 2021
All Cheshire East Covid costs paid by Government, says finance chief

All Cheshire East Covid costs paid by Government, says finance chief

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East’s entire Covid-related costs have been funded by the government to date and not the council.

The revelation comes after the authority predicted the impact of the Covid pandemic would cost about £70 million and swallow up the council’s reserves.

September 27, 2021
REVIEW: “That’ll Be The Day” at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

REVIEW: “That’ll Be The Day” at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

By Claire Faulkner
That’ll Be The Day drew in the crowds as it returned to Crewe Lyceum this week to celebrate its 35th anniversary.

It’s one of the most popular music shows I’ve seen, people return time and time again to be entertained and listen to nostalgic hits from the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s.

September 27, 2021
READER’S LETTER: Crewe shoppers and visitors “ripped off” by CEC

READER’S LETTER: Crewe shoppers and visitors “ripped off” by CEC

Dear Editor,
Crewe shoppers and visitors are being ripped off by the Labour run Cheshire East Council on car park charges.

Crewe pays the highest parking fees in Cheshire East but in NINE other towns (Sandbach, Alsager, Middlewich, Handforth, Prestbury, Poynton, Bollington, Disley and Holmes Chapel) motorists pay NOTHING to park.

September 26, 2021
ROUND-UP: Latest from Crewe Regional Sunday leagues

ROUND-UP: Latest from Crewe Regional Sunday leagues

Talbot and Broadhurst FC played out a lively and occasionally fractious 4-4 draw in the Crewe Regional Sunday Premier Division.

Danny Jones, Liam Whittaker, Joe Goodier and Jordan Marsh netted for Talbot.

September 26, 2021