Human Interest

Gladman Homes targets Queens Drive in Nantwich for another 118 houses

Gladman Homes targets Queens Drive in Nantwich for another 118 houses

A housing developer wants to build another 118 homes on a farmland in Nantwich – just days after Cheshire East Council’s Local Plan was kicked into touch by an inspector.

Now furious councillors and residents are preparing for another fight to stop the latest proposals for land off Queens Drive.

November 24, 2014
South Cheshire loan shark arrested by trading standards

South Cheshire loan shark arrested by trading standards

A loan shark who charged his “clients” 10 per cent interest per week has been arrested and cautioned.

The 43-year-old was netted in an operation by Cheshire East Council Trading Standards and the England Illegal Money Lending Team.

November 24, 2014
Picture Special: Thousands pack in to Nantwich for Christmas Lights switch on

Picture Special: Thousands pack in to Nantwich for Christmas Lights switch on

By Kirsty Rollings
Thousands of families packed in to Nantwich town square to enjoy the annual Christmas Lights switch-on event.

Families young and old enjoyed a host of entertainment and a spectacular firework display.

November 23, 2014
Nantwich Mayor visits Raunheim to commemorate World War One

Nantwich Mayor visits Raunheim to commemorate World War One

The Mayor of Nantwich travelled to Raunheim in Germany to help cement a link between two towns – and pay tribute to victims of World War One.

Cllr Christine Farrall visited Raunheim to take part in a commemoration event to mark the centenary of the Great War.

November 19, 2014
South Cheshire cat owners warned after shooting horror in Wistaston

South Cheshire cat owners warned after shooting horror in Wistaston

A cat owner fears felines in Wistaston and Nantwich are being targeted and shot deliberately.

Vicky Wakefield believes at least three of her beloved cats have been shot.

November 18, 2014
Nantwich teenager Josh Whittaker clinches Open Mic UK grand final place

Nantwich teenager Josh Whittaker clinches Open Mic UK grand final place

Nantwich teenager Josh Whittaker has made it through to the Grand National Final of the Open Mic UK competition.

The talented 14-year-old, who studies at Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts, is one of only five singers in the under 16 category to make it through the Area Final.

November 18, 2014
Canal volunteers adopt five-mile stretch for “Towpath Gardens” project

Canal volunteers adopt five-mile stretch for “Towpath Gardens” project

A team of volunteers have clubbed together to adopt a section of canal near Nantwich.

Members of Shropshire Union Middlewich Branch Adopters (SUMBA) have adopted a five and a half mile stretch of the canal from Barbridge in Nantwich to Church Minshull.

November 12, 2014
Nantwich in Bloom honoured by town council for North West Gold award

Nantwich in Bloom honoured by town council for North West Gold award

Representatives from Nantwich In Bloom were recognised for their gold-winning status at last night’s town council meeting.

Nantwich were awarded Gold for ‘Best Town’ in the North West In Bloom awards last month, for their horticulture contribution.

November 11, 2014
TV comedian Alan Carr to play Crewe Lyceum on 2015 UK tour

TV comedian Alan Carr to play Crewe Lyceum on 2015 UK tour

Comedian and TV personality Alan Carr will play Crewe Lyceum Theatre during his UK tour in 2015.

The BAFTA and British Comedy Award winning comedian will be in South Cheshire on Saturday March 14.

November 9, 2014
Malbank students in Nantwich to join The Last Post project

Malbank students in Nantwich to join The Last Post project

Pupils from a Nantwich school will be joining in The Last Post national initiative to honour those who died in World War One.

Malbank School and Sixth Form College will stage one of 200 community-led events between November 4 and 18 where the iconic ceremonial call will be played on different instruments.

November 5, 2014
Nantwich boutiques to stage ‘Fashion’s Night Out’ in town centre

Nantwich boutiques to stage ‘Fashion’s Night Out’ in town centre

Nantwich retailers are teaming up to stage a one-off night of shopping to boost trade in the town.

Independent store and boutique owners are to hold “Fashion’s Night Out” in the town centre.

November 4, 2014
Winners unveiled at Nantwich Food and Drink “Foodies” awards

Winners unveiled at Nantwich Food and Drink “Foodies” awards

By Kirsty Rollings
Nantwich’s top eateries gathered for a celebration of the town’s Food and Drink Festival – and for the annual “Nantwich Foodies” awards.

Residence Bar and Restaurant on Mill Street hosted the awards night which unveiled the results in the public’s favourite places to drink and eat.

November 3, 2014
Nantwich film-maker produces horror movie in home town

Nantwich film-maker produces horror movie in home town

A Nantwich film-maker has produced a one-off Halloween horror – with a serious message.

Ashley Dean’s The Toy Child is a psychological-horror short film exploring the tragic consequences of the breakdown of a family unit, and a battle between conscience and denial.

October 30, 2014