South Cheshire College merger talks with three other colleges
South Cheshire College is in talks with three other colleges in the county to create one FE college by 2018.
The talks follow a review of Further Education across Cheshire and Warrington.
Human Interest
More than 250 arrests as Operation Roadster hits drink and drug drivers
More than 160 drive drive arrests and more than 90 drug drive arrests were made by Cheshire Police during its Operation Roadster crackdown.
The force’s summer campaign saw officers carry out 1,074 roadside breath tests, with 163 arrests made.
Thousands raised for Nantwich RSPCA wildlife centre
Residents across Cheshire helped raise thousands of pounds for Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre and Cattery in Nantwich at its family fun day.
They turned for the event in large numbers to enjoy a series of events, and also provided raffle prizes, and donated items for stalls.
120 Nantwich Show volunteers enjoy celebration event
More than 120 Nantwich Show volunteers enjoyed a celebration evening to mark the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service – the MBE for volunteers.
David Briggs, Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire, presented the crystal trophy, official letter and certificate from the Queen at a cheese and wine evening organised by the Show directors.
Reaseheath Zoo wins gold award for rare spiders project
Reaseheath Zoo keepers in Nantwich have received a gold award for giving rare spiders a helping hand.
Keepers at Reaseheath College’s facility have been recognised for their success in rearing tiny offspring of one of UK’s most spectacular spiders, the endangered fen raft spider.
Sporting Bears Motor Club raises £7,000 for Wingate Centre
The Sporting Bears Motor Club has raised a staggering £7,000 for The Wingate Centre in Nantwich.
The club raised the money at this year’s annual Power and Speed Festival held at Cholmondeley Castle.
Car crashes into shop front on Hospital Street, Nantwich
A car crashed into a shop on Hospital Street in Nantwich, causing traffic chaos across the town.
The incident happened at round 1pm today (July 19), the vehicle losing control and crashing into the school uniform shop, School’s In.
103-year-old Nantwich author tells his story to Brine Leas student
By Annie-Mae Walker
An 103-year-old author met a Nantwich student to talk about his amazing life story.
Allan Whatley brought his wisdom and spirit to Redshift Radio in Nantwich where he met Brine Leas work experience student Annie-Mae Walker.
Young Cheshire explorer unveils Everest book in Nantwich event
A young Cheshire adventurer will be unveiling his new Everest book in Nantwich.
Alex Staniforth’s book Icefall chronicles his experience tackling Mount Everest, and surviving a devastating avalanche.
Nantwich Museum lighting project funded by grants
Nantwich Museum has shed new light in its amazing displays – thanks to a newly installed lighting system!
LED lights are now enhancing the display of artefacts and exhibitions to improve visitor experience.
Bus operators take on Nantwich routes after GHA demise
Bus operators like D&G have stepped in to maintain services after GHA Coaches went in to administration.
Public services across South Cheshire were thrown into chaos after the company announced it was ceasing all operations on July 13.
Nantwich councillors call for crackdown on fly-posting in town
Town councillors are to explore bylaws in a bid to crackdown on fly-posting in Nantwich.
Many organisers use posters, notices and flyers on windows, walls, lamp-posts, and phone boxes to promote events.
Driver causes Civic Hall damage in Nantwich car park smash
A driver reversing in a Nantwich car park smashed into parked vehicles and badly damaged a Civic Hall building in one incident.
The motorist was reversing away from Marks and Spencer on the Civic Centre car park off Beam Street.
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