Human Interest

Council deal paves way for Stapeley gardeners to apply for allotments

Council deal paves way for Stapeley gardeners to apply for allotments

Gardeners in Stapeley can now apply for allotment sites after a deal was struck between their parish council and Nantwich Town Council.

The two authorities have come to a financial agreement so Stapeley residents can now apply for allotments in Nantwich town boundary.

December 19, 2018
Fears over rising mental health problems among Cheshire Police officers

Fears over rising mental health problems among Cheshire Police officers

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
A former Cheshire Police officer has claimed sickness levels will continue to rise in the force after a report found that mental health issues are common.

Bob Fousert and Sally Hardwick, independent members of the police and crime panel, visited the occupational health unit at Cheshire Police’s headquarters in Winsford.

December 19, 2018
Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner blames Government for funding cost

Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner blames Government for funding cost

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
The Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) says the Government is “passing the baton” for funding the force on to residents.

David Keane has told the Cheshire police and crime panel he will ask acting chief constable Janette McCormick how much money will be needed in 2019-20 before launching a public consultation in January about raising the council tax precept.

December 18, 2018
Plea by Nantwich Olympic star Bryony Page after house break-in

Plea by Nantwich Olympic star Bryony Page after house break-in

Nantwich’s Olympic star Bryony Page has issued a plea for help after burglars broke in to her home and stole valuable items.

Among the items taken from the former Brine Leas student was her Olympic edition Samsung Galaxy phone.

December 18, 2018
Nantwich patient raise £4,000 for Breast Care Unit team

Nantwich patient raise £4,000 for Breast Care Unit team

A Nantwich patient cared for at Crewe’s Leighton Hospital this year, has handed over £4,000 to the Breast Care Unit team.

Barbara Burrows and her husband Nigel held an event at their home, hoping to raise around £1,000 for the unit.

December 18, 2018
Joyce Stockton

Tributes after death of former Nantwich Mayor Joyce Stockton

Tributes have been paid to a former Mayor of Nantwich Joyce Stockton who has died.

Mrs Stockton passed away on Saturday (December 15) at the Cypress Court Nursing Home in Crewe.

December 17, 2018
Crewe and Nantwich householders add sparkle to their Christmas homes

Crewe and Nantwich householders add sparkle to their Christmas homes

Householders in Crewe and Nantwich have been turning on a light extravaganza for Christmas, as these houses captured by local photographer Jonathan White show!

Families and businesses have been entering the festive spirit with their light decorations.

December 17, 2018
Police appeal after death of Nantwich man on A51 bypass

Police appeal after death of Nantwich man on A51 bypass

Police want help to investigate the death of a Nantwich pensioner killed in an accident on the A51 bypass.

John Huntbach, 76, from Nantwich, was found trapped underneath an HGV on the road between Alvaston and Peacock roundabouts.

December 17, 2018
7th annual Nantwich Santa Dash raises funds for Hope House

7th annual Nantwich Santa Dash raises funds for Hope House

By Jonathan White
The 7th annual Nantwich Santa Dash took place today to raise funds for Hope House Hospice.

The best dressed competition was judged by Neil Clarke, of Recycling UK Limited, and was then followed by an energetic warm-up to Christmas music before everyone moved to the start line.

December 16, 2018
Councillors demand action over Cheshire East pothole repairs

Councillors demand action over Cheshire East pothole repairs

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
Action is being demanded to fill Cheshire East’s potholes after councillors complained that patched up roads are breaking back up.

Cllr Mick Warren, independent member for Macclesfield East, told Thursday’s full council meeting that two potholes in his ward have broken back up just three weeks after they were repaired.

December 15, 2018
Call to save Little Bus lifeline for elderly people across South Cheshire

Call to save Little Bus lifeline for elderly people across South Cheshire

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council chiefs are being urged to protect a lifeline for elderly residents looking to get from A to B.

Cheshire East Council delayed making cuts to its Little Bus service as part of last year’s bus review, which saw a reduction in the number of subsidised bus services.

December 15, 2018
A51 closed in Nantwich after serious lorry incident

A51 closed in Nantwich after serious lorry incident

A serious accident involving an HGV and man has closed the A51 Nantwich bypass between Alvaston and Peacock roundabouts.

Cheshire Police said the accident involves a lorry and has closed the road in both directions.

December 14, 2018
Crewe & Nantwich Cancer Research group plea for more volunteers

Crewe & Nantwich Cancer Research group plea for more volunteers

A Crewe & Nantwich fundraising group is appealing for new members to help support the work of Cancer Research UK.

The fundraising group has already raised more than £45,000 in 2018 to help fund its life-saving work.

December 13, 2018