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.
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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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
CEC pays out £1.32 million in councillors’ expenses and allowances
By Belinda Ryan
Cheshire East paid out more than £1.32 million in allowances and expenses to councillors in the 2023/24 financial year – an increase of more than £92,000 on the previous year.
In total, the council paid £1,322,817 to councillors compared to £1,230,349 last year.
Stapeley Grange Cattery braced for RSPCA’s busiest summer
Staff at Stapeley Grange Cattery in Nantwich are braced for one of their busiest periods caring for, rehabilitating and rehoming animals.
New figures show that August 1 is the charity’s busiest summer day.
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