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New road crossing at Nantwich primary school welcomed by parents

New road crossing at Nantwich primary school welcomed by parents

Parents and youngsters are celebrating a new zebra crossing outside a Nantwich primary school after years of campaigning. Cheshire East Council finally installed the crossing on Wellington Road by St Anne’s Primary during the half-term break.

October 30, 2013
Wybunbury schoolgirl donates hair to help young cancer sufferers

Wybunbury schoolgirl donates hair to help young cancer sufferers

A young Wybunbury schoolgirl has had her long locks cut off in aid of children who lost their hair through cancer. Big-hearted Daisy Lyon, eight, decided to donate her hair after getting it cut at Johnston Brady in Nantwich.

October 30, 2013
Nantwich Town boss calls team “disgrace” after 2-1 defeat by Marine

Nantwich Town boss calls team “disgrace” after 2-1 defeat by Marine

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson described his team’s performance as “a disgrace” after they slumped to a 2-1 home defeat. Andy Fowler and Jamie Rainford earned Marine three points despite a late Aaron Burns header for the hosts.

October 30, 2013
Nantwich celebrates North West in Bloom Gold Medal

Nantwich celebrates North West in Bloom Gold Medal

Members of Nantwich in Bloom are celebrating after scooping Gold Medal at the “North West in Bloom” awards. Nantwich came out on top in the  “Best Town” category at the presentation in Southport.

October 29, 2013
Nantwich rugby star Kieran Flynn “will never walk again”, say doctors

Nantwich rugby star Kieran Flynn “will never walk again”, say doctors

Exclusive A Nantwich rugby player has revealed his heartbreak after doctors told him he will never walk again. Kieran Flynn, 21, faces life in a wheelchair after a freak tackle in pre-season left him with severe spinal injuries.

October 28, 2013
Environment Agency issues Flood Alert for Weaver in Nantwich

Environment Agency issues Flood Alert for Weaver in Nantwich

The Environment Agency has warned of possible flooding of the River Weaver in Nantwich as a storm is about to hit the UK. A Flood Alert has been issued for the Weaver catchment between Nantwich and Northwich over the next 24 hours.

October 27, 2013
Halloween and Bonfire events in and around Nantwich

Halloween and Bonfire events in and around Nantwich

Thousands of people are set to enjoy Halloween and Bonfire Night events in and around Nantwich over the next two weeks. One of the biggest events takes place this Saturday (October 26) with the Nantwich Spooktacular at Dorfold Park.

October 25, 2013
Shavington mum celebrates jewellery business new website launch

Shavington mum celebrates jewellery business new website launch

A South Cheshire mum is celebrating the first anniversary of her booming jewellery business – with the launch of a new website. Blue Apple Jewellery, based in Shavington, has gained customers from all over the UK just 12 months after launching.

October 25, 2013
Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson clinches Steve Foster signing

Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson clinches Steve Foster signing

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson has swooped to sign Witton marksman Steve Foster. Johnson has brought in the prolific striker who should go straight into the squad to face Barwell tomorrow (October 26).

October 25, 2013
Burglars target Nantwich house and steal two parked cars

Burglars target Nantwich house and steal two parked cars

Burglars broke into a house on a Nantwich estate and then made off with two cars parked on the driveway. The offenders struck at a property on Chater Drive, on the Pear Tree Fields estate in Stapeley.

October 24, 2013
Strictly Dancing star urges Nantwich couples to join St Luke’s competition

Strictly Dancing star urges Nantwich couples to join St Luke’s competition

Ex Strictly Come Dancing star Flavia Cacace is urging Nantwich couples to quick step up to St Luke’s “Strictly Learn to Dance 2014” event. The hospice is running the contest after a successful campaign last year, which saw the winners crowned at a Nantwich Civic Hall finale.

October 24, 2013
Lorry fire closes M6 in Cheshire, sparking 10-mile tailbacks

Lorry fire closes M6 in Cheshire, sparking 10-mile tailbacks

Thousands of drivers were delayed for hours in Cheshire today after the M6 was closed because of a lorry fire. The truck carrying plastic pallets caught fire on the northbound carriageway near Knutsford.

October 23, 2013
Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson blasts referee after Ilkeston loss

Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson blasts referee after Ilkeston loss

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson hit out at the officials after watching his side slip to a 3-1 defeat away at Ilkeston The Dabbers looked to have been denied a clear penalty claim when striker Ben Deegan was brought down in the second half.

October 22, 2013