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Nantwich-based Howard Worth promotes new partner, Martin Webb

Nantwich-based Howard Worth promotes new partner, Martin Webb

Howard Worth in Nantwich has appointed a new Partner by promoting Martin Webb.

Mr Webb, a former Malbank School pupil, becomes the long-established finance firm’s ninth Partner.

January 15, 2018
Oxfam store in Nantwich appeals for more volunteers

Oxfam store in Nantwich appeals for more volunteers

Staff at Oxfam Books and Music store in Nantwich are calling on residents to help out as volunteers in 2018.

Research has shown volunteering leads to an enhanced social life, less loneliness, a better job – and for one in 10, a partner!

January 15, 2018
Nantwich teenager to compete in Open Mic UK grand final

Nantwich teenager to compete in Open Mic UK grand final

Nantwich singing sensation Sinead D’Abreu-Hayling has made it through to the national finals of the UK Open Mic competition.

The 17-year-old former Brine Leas and Pear Tree Primary pupil has won through to the grand final after stunning judges with her classical music voice.

January 15, 2018
Memorial service for Elle Morris planned ahead of Nantwich funeral

Memorial service for Elle Morris planned ahead of Nantwich funeral

A special memorial service and funeral of courageous Nantwich youngster Elle Morris will take place this week.

Elle, 11, from Mottram Drive, Stapeley, died after a long battle with cystic fibrosis and undergoing a double lung transplant.

January 15, 2018
Nantwich to feature in Great British Railway Journeys BBC show

Nantwich to feature in Great British Railway Journeys BBC show

Michael Portillo’s visit to Nantwich as part of the popular Great British Railway Journeys BBC TV series will be screened this week.

The production team filming the current series, which is set in the Edwardian period, was persuaded to take a detour to Nantwich by museum volunteer Bill Pearson.

January 15, 2018
Joe Mwasile earns Nantwich Town vital win at Halesowen

Joe Mwasile earns Nantwich Town vital win at Halesowen

By Ryan Batty
An early strike from Joe Mwasile was enough to give Nantwich Town a vital victory at Halesowen.

Mwasile gave the Dabbers the lead on 15 minutes when he fired the ball into the top corner for his second goal of the season.

January 14, 2018
Premier Division sides progress in Crewe regional Presidents Cup

Premier Division sides progress in Crewe regional Presidents Cup

There were no surprises in the Presidents Cup as Premier Division sides progressed at the expense of their Division One opponents.

Betley FC won 4-1 at Faddiley with goals from Jamie Baker 2, Rob Prince and Chris Robasnek. Mark Cumberbatch scored for Faddiley.

January 14, 2018
Hundreds of Nantwich homes hit by water mains burst

Hundreds of Nantwich homes hit by water mains burst

Hundreds of Nantwich homes have been without water or suffered low pressure all day due to a leaking mains.

United Utilities engineers have been repairing the burst which they say was on Winsford Road bypass A51 junction.

January 13, 2018
Crown Hotel revamp in Nantwich pays tribute to the late Phillip Martin

Crown Hotel revamp in Nantwich pays tribute to the late Phillip Martin

The family of former Crown Hotel owner Phillip Martin, who died in November, have ensured his legacy will live on after unveiling the Nantwich venue’s latest look.

The historic building was closed for five days while work was carried out on the bar and lounge area.

January 13, 2018
Rescued seal released after 138-day recovery at Nantwich RSPCA centre

Rescued seal released after 138-day recovery at Nantwich RSPCA centre

A seal who was admitted to the RSPCA in Nantwich after getting stuck in a drain on a beach, has been released back to the wild after a 138-day recovery.

Common seal Tyrion arrived at Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre in July last year after being rescued from Bagillt in North Wales by Chris Cureton and his team from the British Divers Marine Life Rescue.

January 13, 2018
Tributes paid to former Oddfellows Arms landlord Peter Goude who has died

Tributes paid to former Oddfellows Arms landlord Peter Goude who has died

Tributes have been paid to Peter Goude, former landlord of The Oddfellows Arms in Nantwich, who has died.

Peter, aged 69, passed away in his sleep in the early hours today (January 13).

January 13, 2018
Councils remain bogged down in Nantwich allotments legal row

Councils remain bogged down in Nantwich allotments legal row

Two councils are still bogged down in a 12-month legal battle over who should resolve flooded allotments in Nantwich.

As allotment tenants at the Brookfield site highlight their battle with swamped plots, Nantwich Town Council and Cheshire East Council remain at loggerheads.

January 12, 2018
Nantwich in Bloom team honoured by councillors for winning Gold

Nantwich in Bloom team honoured by councillors for winning Gold

Volunteers of the Nantwich in Bloom team have been honoured by town councillors for achieving a Gold Certificate in Britain in Bloom.

Nantwich Mayor Cllr Penny Butterill receives the Gold Certificate from Tony Percival, chair of Nantwich in Bloom.

January 12, 2018