Business

Ex kickboxer rewards loyalty and long service at Nantwich event

Ex kickboxer rewards loyalty and long service at Nantwich event

A security company founded by a former kickboxer brought Christmas early to employees with an awards evening at Nantwich Civic Hall.

Alpha Omega Securities owner Ken Lawton, 63, went back to his roots in Nantwich to stage the firm’s inaugural awards ceremony recognising staff who go the extra mile.

December 20, 2024
Jacksons Opticians in Nantwich scoops national award

Jacksons Opticians in Nantwich scoops national award

Jacksons Styling Opticians in Nantwich has won the coveted “National Opticians of the Year” award.

The store was awarded the honour from the trade association, Optical Success Academy, at a ceremony at the practice on Welsh Row.

December 10, 2024
Nantwich disability champion makes Power 100 finalist list

Nantwich disability champion makes Power 100 finalist list

Nantwich disability champion Steven Mifsud has been included in this year’s Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 finalist list.

Steven, who is deaf, founded the international access consultancy firm Direct Access.

December 9, 2024
Nantwich carers spread festive joy with Christmas calendar

Nantwich carers spread festive joy with Christmas calendar

Nantwich-based care company Right at Home South Cheshire is spreading some festive cheer for its clients with this Christmas calendar.

Carers at the organisation, based on Welsh Row, have been handing out the advent calendars to people they care for in their own homes across South Cheshire.

December 5, 2024
Audlem nursing home appoints ambitious new general manager

Audlem nursing home appoints ambitious new general manager

Corbrook Park nursing home in Audlem has appointed Sophie Kay as its new general manager.

Sophie, a registered nurse, has 17 years of experience in the health and care sector in roles including as an A&E trauma nurse and care home manager.

November 25, 2024
Baby Club mum from Nantwich scoops regional business award

Baby Club mum from Nantwich scoops regional business award

A young mum who started a baby club in Nantwich for other new parents has scooped a regional business award!

Steph Tully set up Baby Club Cheshire nearly four years ago, inspired by her own daughter.

November 21, 2024
Connor Naismith

Crewe & Nantwich MP launches “Small Business of the Month” award

Crewe and Nantwich MP Connor Naismith has launched a “Small Business of the Month Award” aimed at celebrating the contributions of local small firms.

The MP wants the public to nominate their favourite small businesses in Crewe and Nantwich that excel in customer service, innovation, community contributions, and sustainability.

November 21, 2024
New Burger King restaurant to open creating 29 jobs

New Burger King restaurant to open creating 29 jobs

A new Burger King restaurant is set to open in Crewe creating 29 jobs, the company says.

The firm is now advertising for a restaurant manager, senior assistant manager and assistant managers.

November 21, 2024
Bentley Motors appoints new sales and marketing board member

Bentley Motors appoints new sales and marketing board member

Bentley Motors has appointed Christophe Georges as board member for sales and marketing.

The Crewe car maker says he will start his role on December 1, reporting to Chairman and CEO Dr Frank-Steffen Walliser.

November 18, 2024
Nantwich traders team up to set Christmas tills ringing

Nantwich traders team up to set Christmas tills ringing

Nantwich town centre traders have pulled together to make this year’s Late Night Shopping event the biggest and best yet.

More than 30 stores have signed up to take part in the shopping spectacular on Thursday November 28 which will also include entertainment and Nantwich Market Hall opening late.

November 9, 2024
Nantwich Museum wins Ambassador of the Year at Chamber awards

Nantwich Museum wins Ambassador of the Year at Chamber awards

Nantwich Museum took top honours at last night’s South Cheshire Chamber’s 27th annual awards, scooping the Ambassador of the Year category.

There were loud cheers for the popular Pillory Street museum as it carried off the gong given to the business or organisation that puts the area on the map for excellence.

November 9, 2024
Applewood Independent becomes part of AFH Financial Group

Applewood Independent becomes part of AFH Financial Group

Nantwich finance firm Applewood Independent has become part of AFH Financial Group Limited, one of the UK’s largest independent financial advice companies.

Applewood Independent was launched in 1998 and sponsors the town’s sporting clubs including Nantwich Town FC and Crewe & Nantwich Rugby Club.

November 8, 2024
Bentley Motors extended Beyond100 strategy by five years

Bentley Motors extended Beyond100 strategy by five years

South Cheshire car maker Bentley Motors has extended its Beyond100 strategy, now called Beyond100+, from 2030 to 2035, it announced today.

The firm, based on Pyms Lane, also unveiled plans to create a new segment in the market with its first fully electric car in 2026 – the world’s first true Luxury Urban SUV.

November 7, 2024