Human Interest

Nantwich event boosts funds for women’s safety campaign

Nantwich event boosts funds for women’s safety campaign

A campaign to increase safety for women and girls has received a major cash boost after supporters turned out in force to an event at Rookery Hall, Nantwich.

There was a full house for the first Women Peace & Security (WPS) Foundation fundraising dinner which raised more than £7,000 for various initiatives to safeguard women and girls from mental and physical harm.

December 12, 2022
Cheshire East Council launches winter bugs campaign

Cheshire East Council launches winter bugs campaign

Cheshire East Council has launched a new public health campaign that visualises winter bugs currently circulating.

It comes as more deaths of children from the Strep A virus have been reported across the UK.

December 9, 2022
Nantwich venue’s £4,000 wedding giveaway won by lucky couple

Nantwich venue’s £4,000 wedding giveaway won by lucky couple

A lucky couple have won a competition run by Nantwich restaurant The Boars Head to win a free wedding in its iconic “tipi” venue.

Pippa Craig and Jim Wilcox are the winners of the big “wedding giveaway” worth £4,250.

December 8, 2022
Cheshire Police make 182 arrests in first festive weekend operation

Cheshire Police make 182 arrests in first festive weekend operation

Cheshire Police say they made 182 arrests across the county in its first weekend of a Christmas crackdown on crime.

Arrests were made for offences including assault, drunk and disorderly in a public space, drink driving, stalking, and domestic abuse.

December 7, 2022
Young Shavington truck fan Alfie enjoys VIP visit to Boughey

Young Shavington truck fan Alfie enjoys VIP visit to Boughey

Young truck fan Alfie Simcox, who has become a celebrity in the trucking world, was treated to a VIP visit by Nantwich distribution firm Boughey.

The 10-year-old from Shavington turned his passion for trucks into photographing lorries on the M6 and raising thousands of pounds for charity by producing annual calendars.

December 7, 2022
Two Cheshire baby beavers named by public vote

Two Cheshire baby beavers named by public vote

Cheshire animal lovers have been voting to pick names for the county’s newest beavers living at Hatchmere.

And with votes counted, the names have been revealed as… Aspen and Bramble!

December 7, 2022
Rescue dog adopted in South Cheshire wins national award

Rescue dog adopted in South Cheshire wins national award

A rescue dog badly abused for its former owner and adopted in South Cheshire has won a national award.

French Bulldog Yogi was fostered and adopted during the pandemic by Emma Caskie, who runs Houndclub Pet Services in Crewe and Nantwich.

December 6, 2022
Everybody presents Junior Awards to South Cheshire youngsters

Everybody presents Junior Awards to South Cheshire youngsters

Youngsters across South Cheshire have been honoured at the Everybody Health and Leisure 2022 Junior Awards.

The awards recognised children aged 5-11 for their inspirational efforts and contributions to local sporting and activity success.

December 5, 2022
2022 Nantwich Poppy Appeal raises more than £48,000

2022 Nantwich Poppy Appeal raises more than £48,000

By Jonathan White
Nantwich people have helped raise more than £48,000 during this year’s Poppy Appeal for the Royal British Legion.

Poppies were bought and worn with pride by thousands of people across the Nantwich area during the Remembrance period in November.

December 4, 2022
Cheshire College Principal awarded OBE by King Charles

Cheshire College Principal awarded OBE by King Charles

The Principal and CEO of Cheshire College – South & West has officially been awarded an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) Honour by King Charles III.

Jasbir Dheshi collected the honour made for his services to education.

December 3, 2022
Wybunbury timber chalet survives demolition council ruling

Wybunbury timber chalet survives demolition council ruling

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A timber chalet in Wybunbury due to be demolished because it was built without planning permission can remain and be used for offices, the council has said.

Cheshire East Council’s southern planning committee heard the building at Little Island Livery was originally built as accommodation for a groom.

December 2, 2022
Nantwich Museum launches history booklet

Nantwich Museum launches history booklet

Nantwich Museum has launched a new booklet which introduces readers to the town’s rich history.

“The Story of Nantwich with 36 Objects” was written by a team from the museum’s Research Group.

December 1, 2022
More than 1,500 North West Ambulance workers vote to strike

More than 1,500 North West Ambulance workers vote to strike

More than 1,500 ambulance workers have voted to strike across Cheshire and the North West.

Paramedics, emergency care assistants, call handlers and other staff are now set to walk out in the region.

November 30, 2022