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South Cheshire’s Queens Park launches as wedding venue

South Cheshire’s Queens Park launches as wedding venue

Couples can now tie the knot at the most iconic park in the Crewe and Nantwich area. Queens Park, seen as one of Cheshire East’s “jewels in the crown”, has been formally named as an official wedding venue.

November 5, 2013
FA Chairman Greg Dyke hails Nantwich Town as ideal “community club”

FA Chairman Greg Dyke hails Nantwich Town as ideal “community club”

By James Briscoe New FA Chairman Greg Dyke dropped in to Nantwich to visit what he believes sets the standards for a “community club”. Mr Dyke visited the Weaver Stadium with Cheshire FA Chief Executive Simon Gerrard.

November 5, 2013
A530 Nantwich to Burleydam fifth most dangerous road in Britain

A530 Nantwich to Burleydam fifth most dangerous road in Britain

The A530 between Nantwich and Burleydam has been named UK’s fifth most dangerous road, a new report has highlighted. The eight-mile stretch of single carriageway saw 23 fatal or serious crashes between 2007 and 2011, according to latest 5-year figures.

November 4, 2013
Rare War of Independence medal to fetch £10,000 at Nantwich auction

Rare War of Independence medal to fetch £10,000 at Nantwich auction

A medal awarded to a Royal Navy hero from the second War of Independence in 1812, is to go on sale at a Nantwich auction. The medal is expected to fetch around £10,000 when it goes under the hammer at Peter Wilson auctioneers on Market Street November 27-28.

November 4, 2013
Reaseheath College students prove a hit at Horse of the Year Show

Reaseheath College students prove a hit at Horse of the Year Show

Reaseheath College students and staff from Nantwich were under the spotlight when they provided the arena party for the Horse of the Year Show (HOYS). Thirty-six students and two staff from the Nantwich college were on duty for the full week.

November 4, 2013
Hundreds enjoy Wistaston Fireworks at Eric Swan Sports Ground

Hundreds enjoy Wistaston Fireworks at Eric Swan Sports Ground

By Jonathan White The 36th annual Wistaston Fireworks Display went off with a bang as hundreds of villagers came out to support the events. The event began with the judging of the children’s best pumpkin and best fancy dress competitions.

November 3, 2013
Nantwich Town ease passed St Ives 4-1 in FA Trophy clash

Nantwich Town ease passed St Ives 4-1 in FA Trophy clash

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town strode in to the FA Trophy Third Round Qualifying with three goals in the final 10 minutes at St Ives in Cambridgeshire. But it was not plain sailing for the Dabbers on a poor playing surface and blustery conditions.

November 3, 2013
Nantwich St Anne’s Primary school plans fireworks celebration

Nantwich St Anne’s Primary school plans fireworks celebration

A Nantwich primary school is gearing up for its third annual Fireworks celebration. St Anne’s Catholic Primary School, on Wellington Road, will stage the event next Friday November 8.

November 2, 2013
Halloween House attracts visitors from across South Cheshire

Halloween House attracts visitors from across South Cheshire

By Jonathan White Families from miles around travelled to take a peek at South Cheshire’s most spooky house during Halloween. Richard Stack and James Jones created this amazing scary Halloween house on Minshull New Road in Crewe.

November 1, 2013
Ex Nantwich radio presenters make waves in the industry

Ex Nantwich radio presenters make waves in the industry

Two former presenters on a community station in Nantwich are now making bigger waves in the radio industry. James Peake and Emily Tate (pictured) began their  radio careers at The Cat internet radio station, based off Beam Heath Way.

October 31, 2013
Nantwich South artist impression, unveiled back in 2012

Muller Property submits new applications for “Nantwich South” plan

Housing developer Muller Property has submitted second applications for 189 houses and an access road for land in Stapeley, Nantwich. The applications are almost identical to original ones submitted earlier in the year.

October 31, 2013
Reaseheath College in Nantwich earns National Pet Month honour

Reaseheath College in Nantwich earns National Pet Month honour

Reaseheath College has won an award for promoting responsible pet ownership during National Pet Month. The Nantwich college scooped the National Pet Month award for best educational event and was runner up for the best event overall.

October 31, 2013
Police vow to target Halloween anti-social behaviour in Nantwich

Police vow to target Halloween anti-social behaviour in Nantwich

Police have warned youths in Nantwich they will crackdown on Halloween and Bonfire Night anti-social behaviour. Extra officers will be on the streets over the next few days as the annual celebrations take place.

October 30, 2013