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Angry driver and police hunt van after non-stop smash in Nantwich

Angry driver and police hunt van after non-stop smash in Nantwich

A young driver revealed how he was shunted into a roundabout on a busy Nantwich road by a van which failed to stop. Lewis Theobald’s car was written off in the incident at the A51 roundabout near Reaseheath College, Nantwich.

February 15, 2014
Nantwich students work with BBC presenter’s rare breed ponies

Nantwich students work with BBC presenter’s rare breed ponies

Two rare breed ponies are helping Nantwich college students understand how the equine mind works. Exmoor ponies Yasmin and Yohan, both 19 months old, are being handled and trained by animal management students at Reaseheath College.

February 14, 2014
Workers raise £3,000 in a week for Leighton Hospital neonatal unit

Workers raise £3,000 in a week for Leighton Hospital neonatal unit

Lifestyle Services Group workers have raised £3,000 in one week for the special care baby unit at Leighton Hospital. The employees at the South Cheshire company took part in a five-day charity challenge in aid of Mid Cheshire Hospitals Charity, One in Eleven.

February 14, 2014
Picture update: Storm blows trees down across Nantwich

Picture update: Storm blows trees down across Nantwich

These are some of the pictures sent in by readers as strong winds caused havoc across Crewe and Nantwich today. Trees were brought crashing down across many main routes around Nantwich, causing severe delays and diversions.

February 12, 2014
Hurricane-force winds cause road and rail chaos across Nantwich and Crewe

Hurricane-force winds cause road and rail chaos across Nantwich and Crewe

Hurricane-force winds are bringing chaos across South Cheshire with roads and railways blocked, buildings damaged, and “danger to life” warnings issued. Trees have blown over on several routes around Nantwich and Crewe station has been evacuated after part of the roof blew off.

February 12, 2014
Nantwich faces flood and traffic problems with more housing, council told

Nantwich faces flood and traffic problems with more housing, council told

Nantwich town could face major flooding problems like those in the south if more developments take place near the River Weaver. That was the warning from Nantwich Mayor Cllr John Lewis after outline planning permission for the 1,100-homes Kingsley Fields plan was  approved.

February 12, 2014
Cheshire Police’s new Chief Constable unveiled

Cheshire Police’s new Chief Constable unveiled

A senior Metropolitan Police officer is to be the new Chief Constable for Cheshire Police. Simon Bryne was selected after a long process to replace Dave Whatton, who is retiring.

February 12, 2014
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC continue winning streak with Camphill win

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC continue winning streak with Camphill win

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC scored a key victory and bonus point over Camphill in their chase for promotion. The Vagrants side battled the elements as well as their opponents to secure a 29-5 win at Malbank School in Nantwich.

February 11, 2014
Councillors’ fears over licence plans for Shakespeare pub in Nantwich

Councillors’ fears over licence plans for Shakespeare pub in Nantwich

Nantwich councillors are to raise concerns over plans to re-open a town pub which wants to serve until 2.3oam. They heard how owners want to re-open the former Shakespeare pub in Beam Street, which has been closed for several months.

February 11, 2014
Nantwich Camera Club 2014 photo exhibition opens at museum

Nantwich Camera Club 2014 photo exhibition opens at museum

The Nantwich Camera Club 2014 Photographic Exhibition has opened in the Millennium Gallery at Nantwich Museum. The ever popular annual event features print and projected image work of club members.

February 10, 2014
Willaston and Wistaston residents’ plea over spate of A534 accidents

Willaston and Wistaston residents’ plea over spate of A534 accidents

Residents  in Willaston and Wistaston are demanding action to make the busy A534 road safer after a spate of accidents. Homeowners have joined local councillors in calling for Cheshire East Council to review the speed limit and safety of the route.

February 10, 2014
Review: Very Best in Stand Up, Nantwich Civic Hall

Review: Very Best in Stand Up, Nantwich Civic Hall

The “Very Best in Stand Up” 2014 season in Nantwich was given a rip-roaring start by four class comedians at the Civic Hall. A packed audience was treated to three hours of side-clutching comedy delivered by stand ups on top of their game.

February 8, 2014
CCTV pics of men wanted over Wrenbury post office burglary, Nantwich

CCTV pics of men wanted over Wrenbury post office burglary, Nantwich

Police have issued CCTV pictures of two men wanted in connection with a burglary in Nantwich. Detectives want to trace the men after a burglary at Wrenbury Post Office on January 9.

February 8, 2014