Human Interest

Nantwich events and charity worker earns MBE in New Year Honours

Nantwich events and charity worker earns MBE in New Year Honours

A Nantwich events director and fundraiser is one of four Cheshire people to receive a New Year Honour. Retired farmer Roger Mills receives an MBE after helping to raise more than £500,000 for local charities including Christie’s Hospital.

December 29, 2012
Nantwich South artist impression, unveiled back in 2012

Stapeley campaigners question weight of Cheshire East Local Plan

Campaigners in Stapeley fighting plans for a new 1,100-home village, have called the Cheshire East Council draft development plan “helpful”. But they also question the weight of the report as they continue their fight to prevent Muller Property’s Nantwich South project.

December 28, 2012
Nantwich Town fans furious over Boxing Day match postponement

Nantwich Town fans furious over Boxing Day match postponement

Furious Nantwich Town fans are calling for an Evo-Stik Premier League inquiry into a match official’s decision to postpone their Boxing Day game against Ashton United. A local official had passed the Weaver Stadium pitch as fit to play earlier in the day.

December 27, 2012
Crewe and Nantwich residents bring Christmas lights street joy

Crewe and Nantwich residents bring Christmas lights street joy

Residents across South Cheshire have been lighting up the area with amazing Christmas lights displays. Nantwichnews contributor Jonathan White took these photos of properties where owners have gone the extra mile to bring festive cheer to their street.

December 26, 2012
Draft Local Plan favours new “Green Belt” to protect Nantwich

Draft Local Plan favours new “Green Belt” to protect Nantwich

Nantwich will be protected by new Green Belt land east and west of the town, and see 1,000 homes built near Reaseheath rather than Stapeley. That’s according to a draft Cheshire East Council strategy now ready for public consultation.

December 24, 2012
Environment Agency issues Flood Warning for River Weaver in Nantwich

Environment Agency issues Flood Warning for River Weaver in Nantwich

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning for the River Weaver through Nantwich. River levels along the Weaver’s catchment through the town to Shrewbridge Lodge are very high after heavy and persistent rain.

December 21, 2012
Nantwich students help homeless dogs with Christmas fundraiser

Nantwich students help homeless dogs with Christmas fundraiser

Homeless dogs will enjoy some Christmas cheer thanks to animal management students in Nantwich. Reaseheath College students were so touched by the plight of unwanted dogs and puppies rescued by Animal Lifeline, they organised a Christmas collection.

December 21, 2012
Nantwich road repairs boosted by £2.3m grant to Cheshire East Council

Nantwich road repairs boosted by £2.3m grant to Cheshire East Council

Work on damaged roads in and around Nantwich has been bolstered by a £2.3 million grant from the Government. The funding comes after Cheshire East councillors lobbied Ministers for more cash to repair highways badly damaged by freezing winters and floods.

December 21, 2012
Crowds enjoy Regents Park Christmas Market in Nantwich

Crowds enjoy Regents Park Christmas Market in Nantwich

Santa made an early appearance when he turned up at the Regents Park Christmas Market in Nantwich. The fair was opened by MP for Crewe and Nantwich Edward Timpson and featured stalls selling items such as quality handmade gifts, cards and home-made preserves.

December 20, 2012
Beth Tweddle to star in “Dancing on Ice 2013” TV show

Beth Tweddle to star in “Dancing on Ice 2013” TV show

South Cheshire Olympic gymnast Beth Tweddle is to take part in the 2013 Dancing on Ice TV show. The former Crewe & Nantwich club star, based in Bunbury, told fans on social media her place on the ITV reality show was confirmed.

December 19, 2012
More local shops join Nantwich car park ticketing scheme

More local shops join Nantwich car park ticketing scheme

More Nantwich stores are signing up to a “money back” car park ticket scheme in a bid to boost trade in the town. The scheme, launched on December 1, allows people who pay to park to redeem the cost of their ticket against goods they buy.

December 18, 2012
Nantwich photographer’s calendar raises vital CAFT funds

Nantwich photographer’s calendar raises vital CAFT funds

A Nantwich photographer has helped put together an inspiring calendar to raise awareness of children’s disabilities. Simon Newbury teamed up with the The Children’s Adventure Farm Trust (CAFT) to create the project.

December 13, 2012
More than 5,500 Crewe and Nantwich homes need energy help

More than 5,500 Crewe and Nantwich homes need energy help

Around 5,600 households in Crewe and Nantwich are entitled to help with their energy costs, new figures suggest. Research has been carried out to target families in the borough most at need of help.

December 12, 2012