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Nantwich-based TheFunkyChoir receives Wulvern backing

Nantwich-based TheFunkyChoir receives Wulvern backing

A Nantwich community choir has received a cash boost to kit its members out in funky new t-shirts! Members of faith-based TheFunkyChoir.com have received funding from local housing provider Wulvern.

July 12, 2012
Nantwich knitters urged to help Age UK Cheshire’s Big Knit bid

Nantwich knitters urged to help Age UK Cheshire’s Big Knit bid

Age UK Cheshire wants nimble-fingered knitters from Nantwich to give them some needle – and create woolly hats for Big Knit 2012. Now in its ninth year, Big Knit raises funds for winter projects to help keep older people warmer in winter.

July 12, 2012
Nantwich primary school celebrates Artsmark Gold award

Nantwich primary school celebrates Artsmark Gold award

A Nantwich primary school is celebrating one of the highest accolades it can achieve for arts provision. Pear Tree School in Stapeley has been awarded Artsmark Gold status by the Arts Council of England.

July 12, 2012
“Societies Spectacular” event set for Nantwich town square

“Societies Spectacular” event set for Nantwich town square

An event to raise awareness among residents of local societies will be staged in Nantwich Town Square on July 21. The ‘Societies Spectacular’ will see around 30 clubs and groups giving displays and demonstrations in the town square.

July 11, 2012
Fineswimming invests £60,000 to revamp disused Nantwich pool

Fineswimming invests £60,000 to revamp disused Nantwich pool

A company is to launch swimming lessons after breathing new life into a disused pool in Nantwich. FineSwimming is currently renovating the indoor pool owned by Elim Church, on Regents Park, London Road.

July 11, 2012
Nantwich mum and daughter launch spray-tan business

Nantwich mum and daughter launch spray-tan business

By Laura Normansell A Nantwich mum has launched a new tanning business so she can run it with her special needs daughter. Suzanne Woolley, who lives with fiancé Gordon, has welcomed daughter Sally-Anne into her new “Tanz-on-the-run” company.

July 11, 2012
Nantwich Town handed tough FA Cup start away at Chorley

Nantwich Town handed tough FA Cup start away at Chorley

By Ashley Houghton Nantwich Town have been handed a tough tie in the First Qualifying Round of the FA Cup with Budweiser. Jimmy Quinn’s side have been drawn away to fellow Evo-Stik NPL Premier Division side Chorley.

July 11, 2012
Muller unveils latest “Nantwich South” village centre plans for Stapeley

Muller unveils latest “Nantwich South” village centre plans for Stapeley

A housing developer claims more residents “accept” the need for controversial plans to build a new “Nantwich South” village. Colin Muller unveiled updated plans to create 1,000 homes in Stapeley with a new school, shops, business units and sports pitches.

July 10, 2012
Car crashes into wall after Nantwich road collision

Car crashes into wall after Nantwich road collision

A car was sent crashing into a wall of a house after a two-vehicle collision in Nantwich. The accident happened at the junction of Barony Road and Davenport Lane, close to Hobson’s Choice convenience store.

July 10, 2012
South Cheshire photographer to stage Urban Portraits exhibition

South Cheshire photographer to stage Urban Portraits exhibition

A South Cheshire photographer is holding a special exhibition of urban pictures taken in Crewe and Nantwich. Simon J Newbury is staging his “Urban Portraits” exhibition on July 22 in Bar 7, Crewe.

July 10, 2012
Second “Nantwich under two Elizabeths” talk at town’s museum

Second “Nantwich under two Elizabeths” talk at town’s museum

“Are we better off than the Tudors?” is the second in a series of four themed talks at Nantwich Museum. The series forms part of the “Nantwich under the two Elizabeths” exhibition at the Pillory Street venue.

July 10, 2012
Platform launches home scheme for elderly Nantwich residents

Platform launches home scheme for elderly Nantwich residents

A housing firm has launched a new scheme to help elderly residents in Nantwich live longer in their own homes. Platform says the new service will offer residents a chance to adjust and alter their homes to make daily living tasks easier and safer.

July 10, 2012
Crewe and Nantwich OAPs attend 20th “Pensioner’s Parliament”

Crewe and Nantwich OAPs attend 20th “Pensioner’s Parliament”

Crewe and Nantwich branch of the Northern Pensioners Association visited the 20th Pensioners Parliament in Blackpool. The 36-strong group’s visit, funded by local housing provider Wulvern, included lively debates and discussions on transport, social care ‘granny tax’ and pension reforms.

July 9, 2012