Articles by: Editor

PICTURE SPECIAL: Work on new spine road and A51 bypass in Nantwich

PICTURE SPECIAL: Work on new spine road and A51 bypass in Nantwich

By Jonathan White
These aerial images show construction continuing apace to build a much-needed spine road and bypass at Reaseheath in Nantwich.

The work is part of the Kingsbourne development agreement, with developers funding the improved infrastructure in Nantwich.

June 22, 2021
Mobile Covid testing unit opens at Nantwich Town FC

Mobile Covid testing unit opens at Nantwich Town FC

A mobile testing Covid unit for people without symptoms has opened at Nantwich Town FC’s ground.

It comes as Cheshire East continues to see a “dramatic” rise in cases of Coronavirus, says Cheshire East Council.

June 21, 2021
Nantwich man accused of inciting sexual activity with child

Nantwich man accused of inciting sexual activity with child

A Nantwich man has been arrested on suspicion of inciting sexual activity with a girl.

Cheshire Police confirm they arrested a 26-year-old man at a house on St Mary’s Road, in Nantwich.

June 21, 2021
Nantwich woman completes Olympic triathlon in aid of Scout group

Nantwich woman completes Olympic triathlon in aid of Scout group

A Nantwich woman has completed an Olympic distance triathlon to help raise funds for a local Scout group.

Mum-of-two Becky Stockton completed her first ever Olympic challenge at Alderford Lake, where it was also her first event in open water as opposed to a pool.

June 21, 2021
FOOTBALL: Crewe Regional Sunday League round-up

FOOTBALL: Crewe Regional Sunday League round-up

Talbot have clinched the title in Crewe Regional Sunday League Group A with one week of fixtures left.

They beat Sydney Arms 7-5 in a game of fluctuating fortunes.

June 21, 2021
FEATURE: Three Years On: Has GDPR been a success?

FEATURE: Three Years On: Has GDPR been a success?

It seems like only yesterday that the introduction of GDPR was looming ever closer and businesses across the EU and the UK scrambled to prepare for the new rules.

Whilst there was much panic about the impact it may have on businesses, it appears to have been implemented without much trouble.

June 20, 2021
Nantwich Library to run Summer Reading Challenge 2021

Nantwich Library to run Summer Reading Challenge 2021

Nantwich Library is joining libraries across Cheshire East to stage the 2021 Summer Reading Challenge.

The challenge is organised by The Reading Agency in partnership with local libraries across the UK.

June 20, 2021
Nantwich Players return with “Female of the Species” show

Nantwich Players return with “Female of the Species” show

Nantwich Players are returning to action with a new production “Female of the Species” to hit the stage in July.

This hilarious comedy, written by Joanna Murray – Smith, will hit the stage after July 20.

June 20, 2021
Nantwich Town Council offers “reusable” bags to boost market trade

Nantwich Town Council offers “reusable” bags to boost market trade

Nantwich Town Council and Nantwich Market are backing a national campaign by issuing free reusable bags to shoppers.

The move is part of the National Association of British Markets’ “My Market Campaign” which begins tomorrow (June 21)

June 20, 2021
180 drivers in Cheshire nabbed for wearing no seatbelt, say police

180 drivers in Cheshire nabbed for wearing no seatbelt, say police

Cheshire Police caught out 180 drivers not wearing seatbelt during a three-week operation on the county’s roads.

Officers issued 180 Traffic Offence Reports (TORs) for the transgression during the operation from May 24 to June 13.

June 18, 2021
Nantwich to name new Covid “commemorative copse” near lake

Nantwich to name new Covid “commemorative copse” near lake

A new “commemorative copse” is to be unveiled in Nantwich to mark the Coronavirus pandemic.

The copse near Nantwich Lake aims to remember all those impacted by the Covid pandemic over the past 18 months.

June 18, 2021
CEC Holiday activity fund for vulnerable children launched

CEC Holiday activity fund for vulnerable children launched

Cheshire East Council is to roll out its holiday activity fund for vulnerable children this summer, the authority says.

It follows the council’s roll-out of the government’s support package for vulnerable children and families placed at risk during the Covid pandemic.

June 18, 2021
Nantwich businesses urged to apply for post-lockdown Restart Grant

Nantwich businesses urged to apply for post-lockdown Restart Grant

Businesses across Nantwich and Crewe hit badly by the Covid pandemic have just days left to apply for the government’s Restart Grant.

The deadline for applications is June 30, and businesses can apply via the Cheshire East Council website.

June 18, 2021