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South Cheshire thug who preyed on elderly jailed

South Cheshire thug who preyed on elderly jailed

A one-man crimewave who terrorised elderly and vulnerable people in South Cheshire was been jailed for six years. Oliver Boswell (pictured), 34, from Northwich and Middlewich, was charged with eight burglaries and two attempt thefts with violence.

January 11, 2012
Nantwich Town draw Macclesfield in Cheshire Senior Cup semis

Nantwich Town draw Macclesfield in Cheshire Senior Cup semis

Nantwich Town have drawn Macclesfield Town in the semi-finals of the Cheshire Senior Cup. The draws pits together the two clubs who have just agreed the five-figure transfer of Dabbers striker Ben Mills.

January 10, 2012
Ex Reaseheath College manager reveals “thrill” at MBE award

Ex Reaseheath College manager reveals “thrill” at MBE award

A Reaseheath College manager spoke of his “thrill” at being awarded an MBE in the New Year’s Honours list. Geoff Oakes, who retired last year after working for the Nantwich college for 35 years, received the tribute for services to Further Education.

January 10, 2012
Redshift Radio to host latest Hub event for Nantwich firms

Redshift Radio to host latest Hub event for Nantwich firms

A business and community event for firms across Nantwich and Crewe is being held this month. The RedShift Radio Hub is designed to encourage businesses, schools, charities and community groups to network in a relaxed environment.

January 10, 2012
MP Timpson backs plan for patients to inspect Leighton Hospital

MP Timpson backs plan for patients to inspect Leighton Hospital

Patients at Leighton Hospital will lead teams of inspectors to ensure NHS standards are improved, under new Government plans. Prime Minister David Cameron says their new “patients before paperwork” initiative will cut down on red tape and free up staff.

January 10, 2012
HGV driver killed in crash which closes M6 motorway in Cheshire

HGV driver killed in crash which closes M6 motorway in Cheshire

A driver was killed today after a collision involving two HGVs which closed the M6 motorway between Junction 16 for Nantwich and 18. The accident happened on the southbound carriageway, and police say the closure is likely to be in place for some time.

January 9, 2012
Ben Mills completes transfer from Nantwich to Macclesfield

Ben Mills completes transfer from Nantwich to Macclesfield

Nantwich Town have completed the sale of striker Ben Mills to npower League 2 side Macclesfield Town. The Dabbers have secured a five-figure sum for the 12-goal hotshot (pictured).

January 9, 2012
Reaseheath College students given Stoke City pitch tips

Reaseheath College students given Stoke City pitch tips

College students from Nantwich made a close inspection of a Premier League football pitch as part of their diploma course. The Reaseheath horticulture students were given a guided tour of Stoke City’s new multi-million pound training ground and 28,400 capacity Britannia Stadium.

January 9, 2012
Robo-recycler proves a hit with Nantwich families

Robo-recycler proves a hit with Nantwich families

Nantwich Town Council’s gazebo was inundated with Christmas cards during a weekend recycling event on the town square. Robo-recycler was chomping cards as fast as he could as scores of youngsters like two-year-old Bebe Egerton (pictured) fed him old festive cards.

January 9, 2012
Police hunt driver who targeted teenage girls in Nantwich and Crewe

Police hunt driver who targeted teenage girls in Nantwich and Crewe

Police are hunting a man who tried to lure girls in a series of incidents in Nantwich and Crewe. The man was seen three times approaching teenagers in his green Vauxhall in a three-hour period on Saturday night (January 7).

January 7, 2012
Evo-Stik match report: Nantwich Town 1 Mickleover Sports 1

Evo-Stik match report: Nantwich Town 1 Mickleover Sports 1

By Ashley Houghton A late Alex Steadman equaliser prevented Nantwich Town from taking all three points in a feisty encounter at the Weaver Stadium. Steadman, who was sent off in the closing stages, levelled in the 80th minute after Mat Bailey had given Nantwich a first-half lead.

January 7, 2012
Rescued seal pups at Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre

Rescued seal pups at Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre

An influx of storm-blown young seals have been taken to RSPCA wildlife centres, including Stapeley Grange in Nantwich. It was caused by bad weather which hit just as they had been weaned.

January 7, 2012
REVIEW: Richmond Village Panto stages “Wizard of Oz” panto

REVIEW: Richmond Village Panto stages “Wizard of Oz” panto

Residents with their friends and family were entertained at Richmond Village Nantwich by a traditional pantomine, writes Claire Faulkner. Directed by Fred Allman, ‘The Wizard of Oz’ was performed by staff and volunteers who gave up their free time to produce, direct and star in a brilliantly written and well presented show.

January 7, 2012