Human Interest

30,000 visitors expected for Nantwich Food and Drink Festival

30,000 visitors expected for Nantwich Food and Drink Festival

Eat, drink and be merry! That’s the message from Nantwich Food and Drink Festival organisers as the town prepares to host thousands of ‘foodies’ next month.

August 27, 2012
Nantwich Food and Drink Festival unveils new backers

Nantwich Food and Drink Festival unveils new backers

Nantwich Food and Drink Festival organisers have welcomed two major sponsors onboard. Event management specialist and training provider ESTC is supporting the event by providing security.

August 24, 2012
Steam railway plan unveiled for Nantwich town centre churches

Steam railway plan unveiled for Nantwich town centre churches

Train enthusiasts have launched an ambitious scheme to build a steam railway line between two Nantwich churches. The “Nantwich Crossrail” project would ferry visitors between the Methodist church on Hospital Street and St Mary’s Church in the town square.

August 21, 2012
Young Malbank School pupil scoops AS Level three years early

Young Malbank School pupil scoops AS Level three years early

A brainy Nantwich pupil is celebrating a top grade in an exam she took – three years ahead of schedule! Alex Leigh, a student at Malbank School and Sixth Form College, picked up her A grade from her Maths AS level with hundreds sixth formers this week.

August 18, 2012
Leighton Hospital patients welcome new eCards service

Leighton Hospital patients welcome new eCards service

Relatives and friends can now send ‘Get Well Soon’ e-messages to patients at Leighton Hospital thanks to a new service. The eCard service, being trialled by Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT), allows people to send personal messages to loved ones in hospital when they may not be able to visit in person.

August 17, 2012
Family confirm South Cheshire runner John Lawton’s body found

Family confirm South Cheshire runner John Lawton’s body found

The body of missing South Cheshire runner John Lawton has been found on a mountainside, his family confirmed today. The discovery comes almost four months after John, from Alsager, disappeared while competing in the 35km Taygetos Challenge near Kalamata.

August 16, 2012
“Very Best in Stand Up” comedy season returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

“Very Best in Stand Up” comedy season returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

The Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich Civic Hall for a new season in September with a top bill of acts lined up. And to kick off, promoters have Charlie Baker, Nick Page, Carl Donnelly and Gary Delaney appearing on Friday September 7.

August 16, 2012
Richmond Village Nantwich residents scoop “Olympic” prizes

Richmond Village Nantwich residents scoop “Olympic” prizes

Richmond Village Nantwich rounded off a week of competition as it celebrated the Olympics in its own style. Different events were held at the Care Home and Retirement Village off London Road involving residents and staff.

August 13, 2012
Council leader to meet public over “Nantwich South” housing row

Council leader to meet public over “Nantwich South” housing row

Nantwich residents concerned at new housing developments will get a chance to quiz Cheshire East Council’s leader. Cllr Michael Jones (pictured) has agreed to attend a “public debate” evening organised by Stapeley Parish Council.

August 10, 2012
Little Angels to open new Nantwich nursery on Regents Park

Little Angels to open new Nantwich nursery on Regents Park

A Nantwich childcare provider is expanding into additional premises in the town. Little Angels is to open a day nursery in the former Gingerbread House facility on Regents Park, London Road, Nantwich.

August 9, 2012
Nantwich Camera Club zooms in on new members

Nantwich Camera Club zooms in on new members

Nantwich Camera Club is expanding after proving a big hit at the “Societies Spectacular” day. Volunteers from the club manned a stall during the Nantwich town square event to promote what they do.

August 9, 2012
Nantwich youngsters enjoy police fishing day at Walgherton

Nantwich youngsters enjoy police fishing day at Walgherton

Around 20 Nantwich youngsters enjoyed a day of fishing as part of a trip organised by local police officers. The youngsters aged between 10 and 16 were taken to Walgherton Fishery on a community engagment event.

August 7, 2012
South Cheshire Young Musicians raise funds for The Dogs Trust

South Cheshire Young Musicians raise funds for The Dogs Trust

South Cheshire Young Musicians performed a fund-raising concert at Hough Village Hall. And founder of SCYM David Ketley was master of ceremonies and accompanist for the occasion.

August 3, 2012