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Willaston White Star U13s kit boost by Anwyl Homes

Willaston White Star U13s kit boost by Anwyl Homes

Young stars at Willaston White Star have received new sweatshirts for matches and training from residential developer Anwyl Homes.

The under 13s squad has been provided with 16 bright blue sweatshirts, with each one featuring the Anwyl logo and players initials on the front.

April 19, 2019
Parents slam soaring number of school attendance fines in Cheshire

Parents slam soaring number of school attendance fines in Cheshire

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
Fines for taking children out of school during term time have been slammed by parents – but MPs insist youngsters’ attendance is crucial.

It was revealed last week that the number of fines issued to parents in Cheshire in the first year following a high-profile court battle soared compared to previous years.

April 18, 2019
Almost 500 attend PSA blood testing in Nantwich

Almost 500 attend PSA blood testing in Nantwich

Almost 500 men attended a PSA blood testing event in Nantwich – a record turn out.

The Leighton Hospital Prostate Cancer Support Group hosted their annual PSA blood testing event at Nantwich Civic Hall.

April 18, 2019
Crewe and Nantwich RUFC Ladies complete double with cup victory against Plymouth Albion

Crewe and Nantwich RUFC Ladies complete double with cup victory against Plymouth Albion

Crewe and Nantwich RUFC Ladies completed an incredible league and plate double with a resounding 55-19 victory against a skilful and competitive Plymouth Albion side at Derby RUFC.

April 17, 2019
‘Little Bus’ service to be upgraded and extended in Cheshire East

‘Little Bus’ service to be upgraded and extended in Cheshire East

Cheshire East Council’s ‘Little Bus’ service is to be upgraded and extended across a wider area from August.

Little Bus supports 600 regular users in the elderly, disabled and people who have no access to a scheduled service.

April 17, 2019
Wrenbury man dies in horror A41 crash

Wrenbury man dies in horror A41 crash

A pensioner from Wrenbury near Nantwich has died in a crash on the A41.

Cheshire Police are investigating the fatal collision which happened at No Man’s Heath today (Wednesday 17 April).

April 17, 2019
Appeal after thieves steal karts from Tarporley High School

Appeal after thieves steal karts from Tarporley High School

Thieves stole two vehicles from Tarporley Karting Team after breaking into Tarporley High School.

The theft happened at around 8.20pm on Monday (April 15).

April 17, 2019
Hunt supporters claim Cheshire police chief has “obsession”

Hunt supporters claim Cheshire police chief has “obsession”

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
Hunt supporters have continued their war of words with Cheshire’s police and crime commissioner after learning the county’s fox hunting review cost taxpayers £34,000.

April 17, 2019
Leighton Hospital cancer unit earns Christie “mark of approval”

Leighton Hospital cancer unit earns Christie “mark of approval”

Leighton Hospital has received a “mark of approval” for treating patients with cancer.

The Macmillan Cancer Unit at the Crewe hospital run by Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, has become the 10th in the North to be awarded The Christie *Quality Mark.

April 16, 2019
South Cheshire woman’s skydive in aid of local mental health charity

South Cheshire woman’s skydive in aid of local mental health charity

A client support manager from South Cheshire is taking part in a skydive in aid of local mental health charity, Inner Trust.

Steph Howman will raise funds for the non-profit organisation that aims to make a difference to young people who have mental health challenges or have disabilities that prevent them from achieving their dreams.

April 16, 2019
Faddiley and Crewe Athletic reach Premier Division Cup final

Faddiley and Crewe Athletic reach Premier Division Cup final

The final of the Premier Division Cup will be between Faddiley and Crewe Athletic.

Faddiley beat White Lion FL 5-3 in their semi-final.

April 15, 2019
Man charged over Nantwich pub assault

Man charged over Nantwich pub assault

Police investigating an incident in Nantwich where two men were allegedly assaulted have charged a 31-year-old man.

April 15, 2019
CVS to stage Easter Egg hunt at Queens Park in Crewe

CVS to stage Easter Egg hunt at Queens Park in Crewe

Community & Voluntary Services Cheshire East will host a free fun-filled Easter egg hunt in Queens Park in Crewe on Thursday April 18 from 11am.

April 15, 2019