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Pebbleart makes an artistic impact in Willaston

Pebbleart makes an artistic impact in Willaston

By Jonathan White
Pebbleart participants are bringing a smile to Willaston residents – by painting rocks and then hiding them for strangers to find.

Pebbles from craft shops or public places are being painted with acrylic paints or permanent pens.

April 5, 2018

Superheros Picnic at Dorfold Hall Nantwich

On Sunday 17th June 2018 from 11am to 3pm a group of Nantwich based volunteers will be hosting a Superhero picnic which is in its 2nd year at Dorfold Hall in Nantwich. This event is unique and unlike any other as it is being hosted next to the house in the gardens. We have access to a marquee in which[Read More…]

April 5, 2018
Firenze restaurant in Nantwich to close for refurbishment

Firenze restaurant in Nantwich to close for refurbishment

Italian restaurant Firenze in Nantwich is to undergo a refurbishment – and will no longer be an Italian!

Bosses of the Welsh Row venue are to close the restaurant for two weeks later this month to carry out the revamp.

April 4, 2018
Girl, 15, injured by car collision outside South Cheshire school

Girl, 15, injured by car collision outside South Cheshire school

A 15-year-old girl riding a bicycle outside a high school in South Cheshire was injured after a collision with a car which failed to stop.

The collision happened outside Sir William Stanier School’s gates on Coronation Street in Crewe.

April 4, 2018
Leighton Hospital struggles to close gender pay gap, say trust bosses

Leighton Hospital struggles to close gender pay gap, say trust bosses

By Stephen Topping
Leighton Hospital could struggle to close the gender pay gap due to the number of female nurses they employ, trust bosses have claimed.

Tracy Bullock, chief executive of Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, told board meeting directors there will be “disparity” between pay for men and women employed by the trust due to the number of women in lower-paid nursing roles.

April 4, 2018
‘We Love 90s House Live’ concert in Nantwich to raise dementia appeal funds

‘We Love 90s House Live’ concert in Nantwich to raise dementia appeal funds

A ‘We love 90s House Live’ concert will be staged at The Studio Nightclub & Entertainment Venue in Nantwich in aid of a dementia charity.

The show, re-scheduled to take place on Friday May 4, will be free admission with donations to Mid Cheshire Hospitals Charity.

April 4, 2018
Review: “Some Mothers Do ‘Ave ‘Em” at Crewe Lyceum

Review: “Some Mothers Do ‘Ave ‘Em” at Crewe Lyceum

Frank Spencer is a unique character in British comedy.

His calamitous capers, child-like innocence and unswerving loyalty to exasperated wife Betty endears him to all.

April 3, 2018

Needle Felting Workshop

Make a gorgeous Gnome in a 3 hr Workshop £35.00 Saturday 14th April 10.30 – 13.30 Drink tea, eat homemade cake & enjoy yourself for a few hours Keep your Gnome for yourself or give your unique creation as a gift Come along and explore the wonderful world of needle felting while creating your very own Gnome. All material supplied,[Read More…]

April 3, 2018
Tarporley racer Oliphant launches 2018 British Touring Car Championship bid

Tarporley racer Oliphant launches 2018 British Touring Car Championship bid

Tarpoley racing driver Tom Oliphant has officially launched his 2018 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship season.

Oliphant has announced his sponsors for the new campaign which begins this weekend at Brands Hatch.

April 3, 2018
Wistaston Scout Group earns £700 from leader’s calendar

Wistaston Scout Group earns £700 from leader’s calendar

By Jonathan White
A young Scout leader’s calendar idea has helped raise £712.97 for the Wistaston Scout Group.

Ellie Newbrook, a Young Leader at the Wistaston Scout Group, came up with the idea to boost funds for the group’s new base.

April 3, 2018
Wybunbury youngsters run fundraising scheme in memory of Lewis Crossley

Wybunbury youngsters run fundraising scheme in memory of Lewis Crossley

Big-hearted pupils at Wybunbury Delves are running a fund-raising project in memory of their friend Lewis Crossley, who died of leukaemia last year.

Youngsters in Year 3 came up with the idea to honour Lewis, who bravely battled the disease before his tragic death.

April 2, 2018
Car Transplants and Overwater Marina scoop High Sheriff awards

Car Transplants and Overwater Marina scoop High Sheriff awards

Two Nantwich businesses have shared a top honour at the annual High Sheriff of Cheshire Enterprise Awards.

Car Transplants UK, at Wardle, and Overwater Marina near Nantwich, shared the £3,000 in prize money after being named joint winners of the Roberts Bakery Family Award of Excellence Award.

April 2, 2018
Nantwich Spring Market returns to town square on April 7

Nantwich Spring Market returns to town square on April 7

Nantwich’s Spring Market will return to the town square this Saturday April 7 following its popularity last year.

The market, which will run from 9am until 3pm, will feature a large selection of stalls offering an eclectic mix of seasonal produce, gifts and treats.

April 2, 2018