Human Interest

Cheshire district nurse scoops prestigious Queen’s nurse award

Cheshire district nurse scoops prestigious Queen’s nurse award

A district nurse in Cheshire has received the prestigious Queen’s nurse award.

Joanne Bowen, Head of Quality, Nursing and Professional Leadership at Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, received the title following her continued commitment to district nursing.

August 27, 2020
Future of Wingate Children’s Centre secured in face of Covid-19 impact

Future of Wingate Children’s Centre secured in face of Covid-19 impact

Staff at the charity Wingate Centre in Wrenbury say the venue’s future is secure, despite the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

The closure of facilities and lockdown restrictions hit the charity hard as it was unable to raise vital donations through fundraising events.

August 26, 2020
Cheshire East welcomes latest Government COVID-19 emergency funding

Cheshire East welcomes latest Government COVID-19 emergency funding

Cheshire East Council has been given a share of £63 million of emergency funding to support groups helping people struggling to afford food and other essentials due to Covid-19.

August 25, 2020
Cheshire East blasts Secretary of State in letter over Stapeley appeal

Cheshire East blasts Secretary of State in letter over Stapeley appeal

Council chiefs have issued a stinging open letter to the Secretary of State, strongly criticising his decision to grant a planning appeal to build homes in Nantwich.

August 24, 2020
Cheshire Police unveils new crime-tackling drone

Cheshire Police unveils new crime-tackling drone

Cheshire Police have unveiled a new drone as it takes to the skies to tackle crime in the county.

The Matrice 300RTK drone, also known as an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), will equip the frontline with a powerful tool to support officers in their daily duties.

August 24, 2020
Dog walker launches Nantwich project to tackle fouling

Dog walker launches Nantwich project to tackle fouling

A woman who runs a dog walking business has launched a new project to tackle the scourge of dog fouling in Nantwich.

Emma Caskie, who runs HoundClub Pet Services, hopes her community project will ease the dog mess problems in the town as well as encourage people to shop in dog friendly shops in the town.

August 24, 2020
Nantwich care village resident celebrates 101st birthday – with 101 cards!

Nantwich care village resident celebrates 101st birthday – with 101 cards!

A care village resident in Nantwich has celebrated her 101st birthday – and received exactly 101 birthday cards to help!

Dorothy Hill, resident at Richmond Villages Nantwich, celebrated with cake, cards and flowers galore.

August 23, 2020
Furniture store donates £32,000 for Leighton Hospital wellbeing rooms

Furniture store donates £32,000 for Leighton Hospital wellbeing rooms

A designer furniture store has added a touch of luxury to Leighton Hospital – after donating £32,000 worth of items.

Arighi Bianchi, based in Macclesfield, has provided the hospital with a range of leather armchairs, tables and wall art to be enjoyed by its staff.

August 22, 2020
New Chief Inspector for Crewe and Nantwich appointed

New Chief Inspector for Crewe and Nantwich appointed

A new Chief Inspector for the Crewe and Nantwich Local Policing Unit has been appointed.

Chief Inspector Fez Khan takes up the position after 15 years serving with Cheshire Constabulary.

August 22, 2020
MP Kieran Mullan criticised by Labour over Muller decision in Nantwich

MP Kieran Mullan criticised by Labour over Muller decision in Nantwich

Local Labour councillors say Crewe & Nantwich MP Kieran Mullan did not do enough to stop the controversial Muller development decision in Nantwich.

They claim a Freedom of Information request shows the Conservative MP made no representations to Government ahead of the Secretary of State Robert Jenrick’s decision to grant Muller permission to begin their “Nantwich South” development.

August 21, 2020
Aldi supermarket in Nantwich to close in September for rebuild

Aldi supermarket in Nantwich to close in September for rebuild

Aldi supermarket in Nantwich is to close for almost a year from September 16.

The company is building a new store on the site, which means it will be closed until at least summer 2021.

August 20, 2020
Malbank School in Nantwich celebrates GCSE successes

Malbank School in Nantwich celebrates GCSE successes

Staff and pupils at Malbank School in Nantwich are celebrating GCSE successes of its year 11 students.

Despite the difficult and chaotic circumstances, the school says many of its pupils have gained excellent grades to continue on to A levels or apprenticeships.

August 20, 2020
Nantwich horse breeder scoops coveted gold award

Nantwich horse breeder scoops coveted gold award

A Nantwich horse breeder has scooped a top honour at the British Breeding Futurity Evaluations event.

Rhiannan Lomas entered her foal Elara into the competition while helping her husband on their dairy farm and looking after two small children.

August 20, 2020