Human Interest

Controversial car wash bid in Nantwich refused by planners

Controversial car wash bid in Nantwich refused by planners

Plans for a new car wash on land close to Nantwich Town’s ground and neighbouring properties have been refused by Cheshire East planners.

The proposals sparked concerns among resident, with 34 lodging official objections to the proposal earmarked for land which is used as an overspill car park on match days.

August 12, 2024
Fire crews leave as clean-up after huge Crewe blaze continues

Fire crews leave as clean-up after huge Crewe blaze continues

Fire crews finally left the scene of the massive blaze which ripped through a disused printers building in Crewe on Friday.

Firefighters spent more than 48 hours at the scene ensuring the blaze on Catherine Street was fully extinguished.

August 11, 2024
Dogs in horror attack on 18 calves at Nantwich farm

Dogs in horror attack on 18 calves at Nantwich farm

A Nantwich farmer has spoken of his heartbreak after “loose” dogs savaged 18 of his calves in their pen.

Phil Latham made the horrific discovery on Friday night (August 9) at his farm in Chorley.

August 11, 2024
Boy, 12, arrested on suspicion of arson after huge Crewe fire

Boy, 12, arrested on suspicion of arson after huge Crewe fire

A 12-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life following the huge fire which ripped through a building in Crewe.

The massive blaze has destroyed the former Printers building on Catherine Street, off Nantwich Road.

August 10, 2024
Man charged with racial harassment after Nantwich incident

Man charged with racial harassment after Nantwich incident

A man from Shavington has been charged with racially aggravated harassment following an incident in Nantwich, Cheshire Police said.

He is among four people who have been charged this week in relation to the national disorder and violence impacting all corners of the UK.

August 9, 2024
Millfields Primary Academy to celebrate 60th anniversary

Millfields Primary Academy to celebrate 60th anniversary

Millfields Primary Academy in Nantwich is celebrating its 60th anniversary with a year of transformation and festivities.

Formerly Millfields Primary School, the institution has converted to Millfields Primary Academy and joined the North West Academies Trust (NWAT).

August 9, 2024
Five candidates battle for new MP Naismith’s Crewe West seat

Five candidates battle for new MP Naismith’s Crewe West seat

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Five candidates will battle it out in the Crewe West ward next month for a seat on Cheshire East Council.

The seat became vacant after former Labour councillor Connor Naismith was elected as the new Crewe and Nantwich MP in July’s general election.

August 9, 2024
Rumours of riots led to “staggering” calls, says Cheshire Police chief

Rumours of riots led to “staggering” calls, says Cheshire Police chief

The Chief Constable of Cheshire Police said today rumours of riots around Cheshire lad to a “staggering” number of calls to their control room.

Mark Roberts spoke out after unverified social media speculation led to many people around the county anxious over planned protests as ongoing disorder has hit the UK.

August 8, 2024
Dabbers Dash in Nantwich aiming for another award

Dabbers Dash in Nantwich aiming for another award

The “Dabbers Dash” project in Nantwich has been nominated for the same award it won last year.

Dabbers Dash was founded by Paul McIntyre in 2022 as a “virtual” Parkrun opportunity.

August 7, 2024
Snugburys in Nantwich unveil giant Paddington Bear sculpture

Snugburys in Nantwich unveil giant Paddington Bear sculpture

Snugburys Ice Cream farm in Nantwich has unveiled their latest giant straw sculpture – Paddington Bear!

The giant 45ft high sculpture is the largest of the firm’s creations which are famously seen from the A51 Chester Road at Hurleston.

August 7, 2024
Nantwich Show organisers hail event’s “sunny” success

Nantwich Show organisers hail event’s “sunny” success

The return of the Nantwich Show for the third year at Reaseheath Old Hall has been hailed a big success by organisers.

More than 10,000 people enjoyed a day of countryside and agricultural activities and organisation.

August 7, 2024
Changes to CEC household waste recycling centres begin

Changes to CEC household waste recycling centres begin

Changes to household waste recycling centres in Cheshire East have come into effect this week.

It means Nantwich and Crewe users of the busy Pyms Lane centre will now have to book an online slot at weekends and Bank Holidays.

August 6, 2024
Family stage photography exhibition for Nantwich care resident

Family stage photography exhibition for Nantwich care resident

The family of an elderly resident of a Nantwich care home are staging a photography exhibition – to celebrate his lifelong work!

And Ian Tuckley’s daughter Zoe hopes the exhibition will give the 80-year-old inspiration as he battles against Parkinson’s disease.

August 6, 2024