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Willaston councillor may quit after homophobic abuse by youths

Willaston councillor may quit after homophobic abuse by youths

A Willaston councillor says he may quit after suffering a second homophobic assault in the village.

Cllr Craig Bailey says he and his partner Wayne were verbally abused by two youths.

September 18, 2021
‘On demand’ rural bus service to launch between Nantwich and Audlem

‘On demand’ rural bus service to launch between Nantwich and Audlem

A new on-demand rural bus service is being launched to cover south of Nantwich connecting Audlem and other villages.

The Cheshire East Council “go-too” pilot scheme is aimed at tackling rural isolation.

September 18, 2021
REVIEW: Wait Until Dark, by Nantwich Players

REVIEW: Wait Until Dark, by Nantwich Players

Nantwich Players’ latest production is the psychological thriller Wait Until Dark by Frederick Knott, writes Claire Faulkner.

Directed by Jeremy Acklam this story follows the story of Susy, a blind woman who has fallen victim to three murderous con men.

September 18, 2021
Former Wales and Crewe Alex midfielder signs for Nantwich Town

Former Wales and Crewe Alex midfielder signs for Nantwich Town

Former Crewe Alexandra and Wales midfielder David Vaughan has signed for Nantwich Town.

The 38-year-old began his career at Crewe where he made his first team debut in August 2000 in a 0-0 draw against Blackburn.

September 18, 2021
Planet Doughnut to open new store in Nantwich town centre

Planet Doughnut to open new store in Nantwich town centre

Doughnut fans are in for a sweet treat – Planet Doughnut is to open a new store in Nantwich town centre.

The company, which already has a store in Shrewsbury and Chester, will be taking over the outlet being vacated by sandwich and coffee bar Bloom & Bo on Pillory Street.

September 17, 2021
Nantwich CC secure Cheshire County Premier League title

Nantwich CC secure Cheshire County Premier League title

By David Hulme
Nantwich CC 1sts are celebrating another title after securing victory in their final league game of the cricket season.

They travelled to bottom placed Cheadle in search of the two points required to win the Cheshire County Premier League crown.

September 17, 2021
Welsh Row to re-open – but major gasworks to be extended

Welsh Row to re-open – but major gasworks to be extended

Welsh Row in Nantwich is set to re-open next week – but major gasworks taking place look to continue for longer than anticipated.

Bosses at Cadent said the road would be re-opened from September 20, but under traffic lights near the junction of Queens Drive.

September 17, 2021
Cheshire East appoints four senior roles with combined pay of almost £500,000

Cheshire East appoints four senior roles with combined pay of almost £500,000

Four new senior officers have been recruited and appointed by Cheshire East Council – with a combined pay of just under £500,000.

The new posts are Executive Director Adults, Health and Integration (up to £139,999), Executive Director Place (£134,999), Executive Director Children’s Services (£129,999) and Director of Policy and Change (£89,999).

September 17, 2021
Sexual abuse of Cheshire East councillor “disgusting”, says Crime Commissioner

Sexual abuse of Cheshire East councillor “disgusting”, says Crime Commissioner

Sexual abuse targeted at a Cheshire East female councillor has been branded “disgusting” by Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner John Dwyer.

Cllr Charlotte Leach has spoken out about the abuse suffered in phone calls.

September 16, 2021
FEATURE: Empty homes and homelessness – state of the property market

FEATURE: Empty homes and homelessness – state of the property market

The property market in the UK seems to have been in a state of flux for years now, thanks primarily to an ongoing imbalance between supply and demand.

September 16, 2021
“Ouch!” exhibition at Nantwich Museum extended

“Ouch!” exhibition at Nantwich Museum extended

The “Ouch! A slightly horrible history of health and disease in Nantwich,” exhibition in the Millennium Gallery at Nantwich Museum has been extended to October 23.

It takes visitors on a quirky whistle-stop journey into Nantwich’s past from around the 17th to the early 20th century, and includes stories of some of its noteworthy people.

September 16, 2021
Cheshire College launches courses for adults seeking career change

Cheshire College launches courses for adults seeking career change

Cheshire College has launched new part-time courses for adults to upskill, retrain and futureproof their careers as the UK adapts to impact of Covid.

Courses based at the Crewe college include in business, construction, engineering, catering, fitness and health & beauty.

September 16, 2021
FEATURE: Top 5 benefits of building a garden

FEATURE: Top 5 benefits of building a garden

If you would like to improve both your property and garden, it can be a good idea to consider building a garden.

The garden you build can be as complex or as simple as you would like it to be.

September 16, 2021