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Police appeal after woman injured in dog incident in Nantwich

A woman suffered a broken arm in an incident with a dog by the canal in Acton, Nantwich.

Police are appealing for witnesses following the incident on the canal towpath near to the marina bridge.

December 16, 2025
Westminster Abbey Royal honour for women’s charity champion

Westminster Abbey Royal honour for women’s charity champion

Women and girls charity founder Kate Blakemore from Wistaston has ended the year on a high as a guest of the Princess of Wales at Westminster Abbey.

Mum-of-three Kate, founder of Her-Place Charitable Trust, joined guests including royals, celebrities and other local heroes who have helped their communities at stunning candle-lit carol service.

December 16, 2025
Flood Alert issued for River Weaver catchment including Nantwich

Flood Alert issued for River Weaver catchment including Nantwich

An official Flood Alert has been issued for the River Weaver catchment area including Nantwich after heavy rainfall yesterday.

The Environment Agency issued the alert at 11am today (December 16th) to cover the whole Weaver catchment including Nantwich, Frodsham, Crewe, Winsford and Northwich.

December 16, 2025
Councillor calls for SEND funding review as Cheshire East misses out

Councillor calls for SEND funding review as Cheshire East misses out

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A councillor has called for a review of the funding formula which sees Cheshire East allocated just a third of the amount some other councils receive for children with special needs.

Cllr Laura Crane, chair of Cheshire East’s children and families committee, is urging all councillors to lobby their MPs to ensure the funding formula is revisited as soon as possible.

December 16, 2025
Nantwich fuel station ditches Burger King in updated extension plan

Nantwich fuel station ditches Burger King in updated extension plan

Plans to open a Burger King fast food outlet at a Nantwich petrol station have been ditched, according to latest reports.

But Motor Fuel Group still plan to open a Greggs takeaway branch under amended proposals for its filling station at Morrisons supermarket on Pratchett’s Row.

December 16, 2025
Councillors back “motion” calling for police to shelve PCSO plans

Councillors back “motion” calling for police to shelve PCSO plans

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is urging the county’s Chief Constable to scrap plans which could see up to 70% of the county’s PCSOs axed.

All but one of the 69 councillors present at the latest full council backed a notice of motion from Wybunbury Cllr Janet Clowes and Cllr Julie Smith calling for plans to axe 60 of the 87 roles to be rescinded.

December 15, 2025
Serious crash closed A500 Shavington Bypass

Serious crash closed A500 Shavington Bypass

The busy A500 was temporarily closed after a vehicle crashed into roadside signage.

Fire and police were called to the scene at around midday yesterday (December 14th) where the incident happened at the A500/A531 roundabout in Weston, Crewe.

December 15, 2025
Wingate Centre in Wrenbury wins “Beyond Inclusion Award”

Wingate Centre in Wrenbury wins “Beyond Inclusion Award”

The Wingate Centre in Wrenbury near Nantwich has been named winner of the Beyond Inclusion Award at the Independent Gymnastics Association (IGA) Awards.

The centre had been shortlisted finalists in two categories at the awards held at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire.

December 15, 2025
MP Connor Naismith slams “unacceptable” A51 Reaseheath bypass delay

MP Connor Naismith slams “unacceptable” A51 Reaseheath bypass delay

Crewe and Nantwich MP Connor Naismith says he has “demanded” an explanation for why the A51 Reaseheath bypass opening has been delayed yet again.

We revealed earlier this week how the long-awaited route may now not be open until at least June 2026.

December 13, 2025
Christie accolade for cancer care at Leighton Hospital’s Macmillan Centre

Christie accolade for cancer care at Leighton Hospital’s Macmillan Centre

Leighton Hospital’s Macmillan Centre has been awarded the Christie Quality Mark to recognise the cancer care that patients receive.

The accreditation follows an unannounced inspection by three senior nurses in October, which included interviews with patients and staff.

December 12, 2025
New A51 Reaseheath bypass opening delayed again until June 2026

New A51 Reaseheath bypass opening delayed again until June 2026

The new Reaseheath bypass has again been delayed and will not be open until at least June 2026, it emerged today.

And those behind the construction, a consortium of Kingsbourne housing developers, laid the blame for the delay at the door of Cheshire East Council highways.

December 11, 2025
New “Youth Hub” for Nantwich as community groups team up

New “Youth Hub” for Nantwich as community groups team up

NAR Kollective and Nantwich Youth and Community Centre have formed a new partnership to launch a Youth Hub for young people aged 11–16 in Nantwich.

Both organisations have roles in the local community and the partnership brings together their experience in youth provision, sport and education.

December 11, 2025
Changes to bin collections announced for over festive period

Changes to bin collections announced for over festive period

Crewe and Nantwich residents are being encouraged to check the council’s website for changes to their bin collection schedule during the festive period.

There will be no black or silver bin collections on any of the Bank Holidays – Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Year’s Day.

December 11, 2025