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Police hail success of Nantwich Jazz and Blues Festival

Police hail success of Nantwich Jazz and Blues Festival

Nantwich Police have hailed the 21st Nantwich Jazz Festival as a success with just seven arrests during the five-day event.

Tens of thousands packed in to the town to watch more than 100 live performances at dozens of venues.

April 18, 2017
Square One to face Crewe Ath in Premier Division Cup Final

Square One to face Crewe Ath in Premier Division Cup Final

Square One made it through to the final of the Crewe Regional Premier Division Cup where they will face Crewe Ath.

Square One beat AFC Barkode 3-0 in the semi-finals with all the goals coming in the second half through Dodd (2) and Griggs.

April 16, 2017
‘We’re Going On A Bear Hunt’ rolls in to Crewe Lyceum

‘We’re Going On A Bear Hunt’ rolls in to Crewe Lyceum

The timeless children’s tale “We’re Going On A Bear Hunt” which has been adapted for stage, plays at Crewe Lyceum later this month.

It arrives in South Cheshire on April 24-25 after its smash-hit West End and international tours.

April 16, 2017
14 Nantwich schools compete in art and handwriting contest

14 Nantwich schools compete in art and handwriting contest

All 14 Nantwich primary schools are participating in the Rotary Club of Nantwich Primary School Art and Handwriting Competition.

For the fourth year running, Edward Timpson MP will present £850 worth of prizes at Nantwich Museum on May 13.

April 16, 2017
Nantwich Town close to play-off place after 3-0 win over Ilkeston

Nantwich Town close to play-off place after 3-0 win over Ilkeston

Nantwich Town are close to securing a play-off spot as they beat already relegated Ilkeston 3-0 at the Weaver Stadium.

The Dabbers needed to show patience against the Robins who set up to counter attack and frustrate the home side.

April 15, 2017
High Court throws Muller lifeline in ongoing Stapeley housing battle

High Court throws Muller lifeline in ongoing Stapeley housing battle

A High Court judge has thrown Muller Property a lifeline in its bid to build a controversial 1,100-home ‘Nantwich South’ village in Stapeley.

The judge has quashed a decision by the Secretary of State last August which had refused Muller’s attempt to overturn Cheshire East Council’s original rejection of the development’s first phase.

April 15, 2017
Stapeley Litter Group appeal for new members to clean up area

Stapeley Litter Group appeal for new members to clean up area

Stapeley Litter Group is appealing for new members as more and more rubbish is being collected each month.

In their latest pick, they collected 14 bags of rubbish, five wheel hubs, a couple of signs and one rusty bike.

April 14, 2017
21st Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival up and running

21st Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival up and running

By Jonathan White
The 21st Nantwich Jazz, Blues & Music Festival is up and running with thousands enjoying some fine performances.

Organisers expect 40,000 people to attend the festival during its five-day period April 13-17.

April 14, 2017
Banks Sheridan dishes out Easter Eggs treat for Wingate Centre

Banks Sheridan dishes out Easter Eggs treat for Wingate Centre

South Cheshire accountants Banks Sheridan dished out an Easter Egg treat for youngsters at the Wingate Centre in Wrenbury.

Liz Faulkner, from Banks Sheridan, handed the Easter Eggs to a group of young people from Penn Hall School who had enjoyed a four-night break at the centre near Nantwich.

April 14, 2017

Tea at The Tower – St Mary’s, Acton

St Mary’s Church, Acton Invite You to ‘Tea at The Tower’ Every Sunday Afternoon 2-30 till 4-30 pm …….. Just come along ……. it’s an experience you’ll love! Contacts: Stephen Davies 07731800663 or Deana 624889

April 13, 2017
Rare ring-tailed coati cared for by RSPCA staff in Nantwich

Rare ring-tailed coati cared for by RSPCA staff in Nantwich

Staff at the RSPCA wildlife centre in Nantwich are caring for an exotic patient – a South American or ‘ring-tailed’ coati.

The mammal, native to South America, was picked up by an RSPCA inspector in North Yorkshire after he was found wandering loose in a street on April 2.

April 13, 2017
Star Wars takeover of Nantwich shop boosts deaf-blind charity

Star Wars takeover of Nantwich shop boosts deaf-blind charity

Nantwich charity shop Sense has had a Star Wars takeover this week – to help boost funds for the deaf and blind.

The store, on Pepper Street, has been promoting a prize draw to win an exclusive autograph book, signed by the cast and crew of the iconic movie franchise.

April 13, 2017
Steve Cram is guest speaker for South Cheshire Chamber annual dinner

Steve Cram is guest speaker for South Cheshire Chamber annual dinner

Star athlete Steve Cram will be guest speaker at the South Cheshire Chamber of Commerce annual business dinner.

The event has returned to the Chamber calendar and organisers are delighted to announce the appearance of the record-breaking runner at Crewe Hall on June 29.

April 13, 2017