Human Interest

Brookfield Allotment holders celebrate funding for site revamp

Brookfield Allotment holders celebrate funding for site revamp

Brookfield Allotment holders in Nantwich are celebrating a double win at their popular site.

More than 50 members of the Brookfield Allotment Association, their families and friends hailed the opening of a refurbished community area at their open day.

May 12, 2025
Nantwich groups team up for eco-Sunday clean up

Nantwich groups team up for eco-Sunday clean up

Nantwich community leaders are teaming up tomorrow (May 11) to make common cause for people and nature.

Members of Sustainable Nantwich, Nantwich Civic Society, Nantwich in Bloom and other volunteers are coming together for some “Balsam Pulling” along the River Weaver through the town.

May 10, 2025
Reaseheath College £2,000 travel scholarship on offer

Reaseheath College £2,000 travel scholarship on offer

The deadline for a £2,000 travel scholarship run by Reaseheath College in Nantwich is fast approaching.

Young professionals working in Cheshire’s land-based industries can apply for the John Platt Travel Scholarship.

May 10, 2025
New tech to target those who attack Cheshire emergency workers

New tech to target those who attack Cheshire emergency workers

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire’s Police Crime Commissioner says new technology will help police crack down on people who attack emergency workers and bring them to justice.

Commissioner Dan Price was responding to a question about attacks on police after Chief Constable Mark Roberts revealed 10 officers and PCSOs had been assaulted over a 48-hour period one weekend last month.

May 9, 2025
VE Day 80 offers reflection and commemoration in Nantwich

VE Day 80 offers reflection and commemoration in Nantwich

Hundreds of people gathered in Nantwich town square for a heartfelt celebration to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day last night (May 8).

Crowds looked on respectfully as poignant speeches were made and 1940s songs sung as Union flags and bunting fluttered in the pleasant spring evening.

May 9, 2025
Cheshire East Council - Delamere House, Crewe 1 (Google)

Cheshire East Council served with “Best Value Notice” by ministers

Cheshire East Council has been served with a warning notice by Ministers who say they have “concerns” over how the authority is being run.

The “Best Value Notice” was issued today by Jim McMahon, Minister for Local Government and Devolution

May 8, 2025
Strictly Come Dancing star Ellie is new Patron of Wistaston charity

Strictly Come Dancing star Ellie is new Patron of Wistaston charity

Strictly Come Dancing star Ellie Leach is stepping out in a new role as Patron of South Cheshire women and girls charity Her-Place Charitable Trust.

The actress, who played Faye Windass in Coronation Street, is another famous name to support the Wistaston-based charity which provides services to women and girls across Cheshire.

May 8, 2025
Cheshire Fire drops case against firms in Beechmere blaze case

Cheshire Fire drops case against firms in Beechmere blaze case

Cheshire Fire Service bosses have dropped prosecutions against four organisations connected with the massive blaze which destroyed the Beechmere retirement village in Crewe.

The trial into alleged breaches of fire safety regulations by four companies involved in the design, risk assessment, management and maintenance of Beechmere began yesterday (May 6) at Chester Crown Court.

May 7, 2025
CEC launches £1 bus fare for young people across Cheshire East

CEC launches £1 bus fare for young people across Cheshire East

Cheshire East Council has launched a bus saver pass for young people aged 16-19, offering a £1 flat fare for single journeys across the borough.

The 16-19 Bus Saver card now offers single bus fares for £1 and is valid on local bus services for journeys that start and/or finish within Cheshire East at any time.

May 7, 2025
Fire crews tackle large fire at Delamere Forest

Fire crews tackle large fire at Delamere Forest

Cheshire fire crews are tackling a large blaze in Delamere Forest.

The ongoing incident has seen roads around the forest closed, including at Station Road.

May 6, 2025
L to R James Fay, Matthew Roberts and Gareth Roberts (1)

Nantwich trio take on fundraising challenge for Wingate Centre

By Jonathan White
Three Nantwich men have set themselves a special 2025 fundraising challenge to raise at least £1,000 for Wingate Special Children’s Trust in Wrenbury.

Matthew Roberts and James Fay, both 34, and Gareth Roberts, 69, kicked off their endurance test at the start of the year.

May 6, 2025
Nantwich pensioner remembers five uncles who fought in WW2

Nantwich pensioner remembers five uncles who fought in WW2

A Nantwich pensioner has urged the town to get behind VE Day celebrations this week as he shares memories of his five uncles who fought in the war.

One by one the Horton brothers of Welsh Row, Nantwich – Stephen, Jim, Tom, Frank and Harry – were called to serve their country. All were in their 20s.

May 4, 2025
Nantwich Librarian’s last chapter after 22 years of service

Nantwich Librarian’s last chapter after 22 years of service

Nantwich Library has said farewell to a long-serving member of staff who has been at the forefront of initiatives to encourage children to read.

Hilary Howell has enjoyed 22 years working as librarian in the town.

May 4, 2025