Human Interest

Nantwich mum set to stage play in memory of son

Nantwich mum set to stage play in memory of son

A Nantwich mum is set to re-stage the last play her son watched before he was killed in a road accident.

Cat Hunter set up Mokushla Theatre Company in memory of her son Luke.

April 25, 2025
Man jailed for controlling and coercive behaviour of Willaston victim

Man jailed for controlling and coercive behaviour of Willaston victim

A 42-year-old man has been jailed for controlling and coercive behaviour towards a former partner from Willaston, Nantwich.

Ben Carr, of Freemen Street, Stafford, was jailed for 30 months after appearing at Chester Crown Court.

April 25, 2025
Crime in Cheshire drops for third year running, latest figures show

Crime in Cheshire drops for third year running, latest figures show

Crime in Cheshire has dropped for the third year running, according to latest figures.

Statistics compiled by Cheshire Police suggest crime decreased in the county by nearly 2% (-1.7%) in 2024-25 with 77,791 crimes recorded in the past 12 months, compared to 79,152 in 2023-2024.

April 24, 2025
Full steam ahead for Peacock Railway in Willaston thanks to donation

Full steam ahead for Peacock Railway in Willaston thanks to donation

It’s full steam ahead for the Peacock Railway in Willaston as it plans to add a new steam engine.

Members of South Cheshire Model Engineering Society which runs the railway have received support from local cereal makers Mornflake as part of its 350th anniversary year.

April 23, 2025
Engineers to close canal towpath in Nantwich amid structure concerns

Engineers to close canal towpath in Nantwich amid structure concerns

By Jonathan White
A section of Shropshire Union Canal in Nantwich is to be temporarily closed to walkers to allow for structural investigations.

The towpath will be closed and moorings suspended along the affected section for up to six weeks, the Canal & River Trust notice says.

April 22, 2025
Reaseheath College help Multiply project add up to success

Reaseheath College help Multiply project add up to success

Reaseheath College in Nantwich has helped ensure the Multiply project in Cheshire East has added up to a success.

The Government-funded initiative has helped hundreds of adults improve numeracy skills.

April 21, 2025
Nantwich runners donate vital equipment to animal charities

Nantwich runners donate vital equipment to animal charities

Big-hearted running club members in Nantwich took the lead when they fundraised for two local animal charities.

They collected items for RSPCA Stapeley Cattery and Pawprints to Freedom and dropped off so much stuff if filled two cars.

April 21, 2025
Wingate Centre receives £1,500 donation from housebuilder

Wingate Centre receives £1,500 donation from housebuilder

The Wingate Centre in Wrenbury has received a £1,500 donation from housebuilder Barratt Homes.

The centre provides leisure facilities for children and adults with special education needs and disabilities.

April 19, 2025
Nantwich businessman tackles London Marathon in dad’s memory

Nantwich businessman tackles London Marathon in dad’s memory

A Nantwich businessman is lacing up his running shoes and taking on the challenge of the London Marathon in memory of his late father.

Mitch Cadd, 52, aims to raise vital funds for Blood Cancer UK, the leading blood cancer charity.

April 18, 2025
Nantwich Luncheon Club teams up with Wishing Well charity

Nantwich Luncheon Club teams up with Wishing Well charity

The Nantwich Luncheon Club teamed up with the Wishing Well charity to provide members with an Easter surprise!

The club, which is a hub for those aged over 60, saw nearly 40 guests gathered at Nantwich Civic Hall for a heartwarming lunch filled with food, friendship, and fun.

April 18, 2025
Cheshire East appoints new executive director of children’s services

Cheshire East appoints new executive director of children’s services

Cheshire East Council has appointed a new executive director of children’s services.

Dawn Godfrey, who was previously strategic director children and families at Rutland County Council, will take up the role as permanent executive director of children’s services.

April 17, 2025
Police seek witnesses after van and motorcyclist collide near Nantwich

Police seek witnesses after van and motorcyclist collide near Nantwich

A van driver failed to stop after colliding with a motorcyclist on a busy road near Nantwich.

Cheshire Police are appealing for witnesses and possible footage of the incident on the A51 London Road in Walgherton.

April 17, 2025
99% of Cheshire East parents secure preferred primary school place

99% of Cheshire East parents secure preferred primary school place

Up to 99% of parents across Nantwich and rest of Cheshire East have secured their preferred primary school place for their child.

The figures emerged on national primary school offer day today (April 16).

April 16, 2025