Human Interest

Mayor helps launch Cartoon Academy at Nantwich Museum

Mayor helps launch Cartoon Academy at Nantwich Museum

By Kirsty Rollings
A new monthly Cartoon Academy has been launched at Nantwich Museum.

Mayor of Nantwich Town Council Cllr Christine Farrall was on hand to officially launch the new workshops.

April 7, 2015
Picture special: Nantwich Jazz Festival on Easter Saturday

Picture special: Nantwich Jazz Festival on Easter Saturday

Thousands of people welcomed the sun to Nantwich as the town’s Jazz, Blues and Music Festival entered its third day.

Venues across the town hosted live music of all genres – and the “Saturday on the Square” was packed full of entertainment.

April 5, 2015
The Gables to be transferred to Nantwich Town Council for £1

The Gables to be transferred to Nantwich Town Council for £1

The historic building known as The Gables in Nantwich looks set to be transferred to town council control – for £1.

A report to be discussed by current owner Cheshire East Council recommends the asset transfer of the three-storey building and car park on Beam Street.

April 3, 2015
Cheshire dance stars AJ and Chloe compete in Europe

Cheshire dance stars AJ and Chloe compete in Europe

By Kirsty Rollings
South Cheshire dancing stars AJ and Chloe are to perform in the biggest Youth Latin competition in Europe.

Former Brine Leas student AJ, 20, and 19-year-old Chloe began dancing together over eight years ago, having wowed crowds across the world since with their slick moves.

April 2, 2015
New Nantwich car park by River Weaver viable, say councillors

New Nantwich car park by River Weaver viable, say councillors

A new car park on the River Weaver flood plain in Nantwich could work, councillors say.

The town council has looked at different sites amid plans to build more parking space for Nantwich town centre visitors.

April 2, 2015
Nantwich Pool users worse off over parking fee anomaly

Nantwich Pool users worse off over parking fee anomaly

Nantwich Pool users are worse off than swimmers across Cheshire East – because of a car parking anomaly.

Now a town councillor is pushing for Cheshire East Council and leisure bosses to redress the balance.

April 1, 2015
Council backs Nantwich headteachers over 18-rated video games letter

Council backs Nantwich headteachers over 18-rated video games letter

Council bosses have defended Nantwich headteachers for issuing a warning letter to parents about children playing 18-rated computer games.

The letter, sent by Nantwich Education Partnership, tells parents that they could be reported to police or social services if pupils reveal they are allowed to play adult-rated games.

April 1, 2015
Deaf Nantwich man takes on DWP in £20k landmark case

Deaf Nantwich man takes on DWP in £20k landmark case

A deaf Nantwich man could be in line for a £20,000 payout after taking a Government department to tribunal over his benefits rights.

Steven Mifsud, of St Lawrence Court, looks set to receive up to four years of payments from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) after a long-running legal battle.

March 31, 2015
Nantwich Partnership unveils future town projects

Nantwich Partnership unveils future town projects

The chairman of the Nantwich Partnership has hailed the “teamwork” which has secured a £1 million investment in the town centre.

Now Jeff Stubbs has unveiled future projects being identified around the town.

March 31, 2015
Nantwich folk honoured in Mayor’s “Salt of the Earth” awards

Nantwich folk honoured in Mayor’s “Salt of the Earth” awards

Volunteers and community helpers in Nantwich were rewarded at the town Mayor’s “Salt of the Earth” awards.

Scores of people gathered at Nantwich Civic Hall for the awards which preceded the annual mayor’s charity dance.

March 30, 2015
Tributes paid to Nantwich farmer killed in slurry pit accident

Tributes paid to Nantwich farmer killed in slurry pit accident

Nantwich’s devastated farming community has paid tribute to Andrew Huntbach, who died after falling into a slurry pit.

Mr Huntbach was pulled clear of the pit by colleagues at Hollin Green Farm on Hollingreen Lane, between Aston and Audlem.

March 27, 2015
Nantwich fireman honoured for ‘exemplary service’

Nantwich fireman honoured for ‘exemplary service’

A Nantwich fireman was one of 19 in Cheshire to be honoured with a Long Service and Good Conduct Medal.

Kevin Smith, based at the Beam Street fire station in the town, was among those hailed by Chief Fire Officer Paul Hancock at a ceremony.

March 27, 2015
St Anne’s gasworks in Nantwich to be developed after £400k bill waived

St Anne’s gasworks in Nantwich to be developed after £400k bill waived

A derelict gasworks in Nantwich used as a town car park will be built on after ministers waived a £400,000 bill owed by Cheshire East Council.

The St Anne’s Lane Gasworks, off Welsh Row, has stood derelict for a quarter of a century, and used by many residents and local employees as a car park.

March 26, 2015