Human Interest

Murder Mystery Trail around Nantwich unveiled for families

Murder Mystery Trail around Nantwich unveiled for families

A local writer has launched a “murder mystery” trail around Nantwich to help families get out and about during school holidays.

The trail, put together by Claire Britton, is one of 25 guides set across Cheshire, North Wales and Merseryside.

August 11, 2014
Nantwich Bookshop stars on “Million Dollar Intern” this week

Nantwich Bookshop stars on “Million Dollar Intern” this week

Nantwich Bookshop is set to feature in an episode of the new TV show “Million Dollar Intern” this week.

The new reality series sees ambitious business executives act as interns in local firms.

July 30, 2014
CANTA stages summer school for German, Italian and Spanish friends

CANTA stages summer school for German, Italian and Spanish friends

Crewe and Nantwich Twinning Association (CANTA) have celebrated an English language summer school for residents from friendship towns in Europe.

Fifteen students from Bischofsheim in Germany, Lecco in Italy, and Alcazar de San Juan in Spain, enjoyed the hot South Cheshire weather as they came to improve their conversational English.

July 28, 2014
Boffey sisters finish “30k for 30 years” in honour of brother Will

Boffey sisters finish “30k for 30 years” in honour of brother Will

By Jonathan White
Nantwich sisters Emma and Tricia Boffey have completed a “30k for 30 years” run in honour of their tragic brother.

Will Boffey died in 2007 from acute myeloid leukaemia. His sisters completed a 30k run on the date that would have been his 30th birthday.

July 28, 2014
Paintings by Manchester artists sell well at Nantwich auction

Paintings by Manchester artists sell well at Nantwich auction

Paintings by Manchester artist Geoffrey Key took the honours in Nantwich auctioneer Peter Wilson’s Summer fine art sale.

Eight pictures sold for £22,700, the most valuable a seated nude in the artist’s signature surreal abstract style (pictured).

July 22, 2014
Former bank manager to open candle shop in Nantwich

Former bank manager to open candle shop in Nantwich

A former bank manager is re-lighting her career – by opening a candle shop in Nantwich!

Beth Harrison has realised a childhood ambition with her new store, “For Candles of Nantwich”, on Hospital Street.

July 21, 2014
Nantwich youngsters to get CRY screening for killer heart defect

Nantwich youngsters to get CRY screening for killer heart defect

Scores of Nantwich youngsters are to be screened for a deadly heart condition in memory of tragic Matthew Dewhirst.

The 17-year-old, who lived in Nantwich and Crewe, collapsed and died of Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome (SADS) during a rugby training session.

July 15, 2014
Nantwich man jailed for part in international cannabis crime gang

Nantwich man jailed for part in international cannabis crime gang

A Nantwich man who was part of an international criminal gang smuggling cannabis into the UK, has been jailed for eight years. Baan Klootwijk, 48, of London Road, was the co-owner of Baan Flower Trading, which fronted as a cover for importing boxes of cannabis.

July 3, 2014
Family and work pay tribute to cyclist killed in Nantwich A51 smash

Family and work pay tribute to cyclist killed in Nantwich A51 smash

Family and friends of a cyclist killed on the busy A51 near Nantwich have paid tribute to the young dad. Luke Barrett, 42, died after a collision with a white Audi A3 convertible while he was cycling to work.

July 1, 2014
1,200 women take part in Nantwich-Crewe St Luke’s “Midnight Walk”

1,200 women take part in Nantwich-Crewe St Luke’s “Midnight Walk”

More than 1,200 walkers helped by 200 volunteers lit up the streets of Nantwich and Crewe during the St Luke’s Hospice 10th Midnight Walk. Hundreds of ladies set off from Reaseheath College in Nantwich after a two-hour stage show by Redshift Radio.

June 30, 2014
MP Edward Timpson and Nantwich Mayor visit Richmond Village

MP Edward Timpson and Nantwich Mayor visit Richmond Village

Crewe and Nantwich MP Edward Timpson and Mayor of Nantwich Christine Farrall visited Richmond Village Nantwich on National Care Home Open Day. Both Mr Timpson and Cllr Farrall spent time chatting to residents and finding out what it is like to live in a care home.

June 30, 2014
New giant food hall set for Nantwich Food and Drink Festival

New giant food hall set for Nantwich Food and Drink Festival

Nantwich Food and Drink Festival is set to unveil a new look this year, offering visitors more displays and activities to get their teeth into.

Organisers are to include a new giant food hall on Love Lane car-park in the centre of town.

June 30, 2014
Thousands enjoy Nantwich Fete and SkoolsFest

Thousands enjoy Nantwich Fete and SkoolsFest

Thousands of people crammed into Nantwich today for the town Fete and annual SkoolsFest event. Proud parents watched hundreds of primary school youngsters sing and dance on the green in front of St Mary’s Church.

June 28, 2014