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Fire crews battle unattended bonfires in and around Nantwich

Fire crews battle unattended bonfires in and around Nantwich

Fire crews have already had to tackle two unattended bonfires in and around Nantwich this week.

The first was a major fire on Wrenbury Hall Drive, in Wrenbury, and involved appliances attending from five stations.

October 26, 2024
Police probe A500 bridge stone throwing incident in Willaston

Police probe A500 bridge stone throwing incident in Willaston

Police say they are investigating reports of youths damaging cars on the A500 in Willaston by throwing stones off a footbridge above.

One victim reported their car was badly damaged on Sunday night when three youths were spotted throwing stones off the bridge which spans the dual carriageway.

October 22, 2024
Arson attack on Nantwich house as five people arrested

Arson attack on Nantwich house as five people arrested

Police and fire crews were called to an incident on Davenport Avenue in Nantwich after a house was attacked.

Unverified reports suggest the front door of a property was petrol bombed on the street.

October 16, 2024
Police probing Nantwich death of Jonty, 16, release CCTV images

Police probing Nantwich death of Jonty, 16, release CCTV images

Detectives probing the death of Nantwich teenager Jonty Evans have today released CCTV images in their latest appeal for information.

The CCTV images show two people the police would like to speak to.

October 15, 2024
A534 closed after serious two-car crash in Burland

A534 closed after serious two-car crash in Burland

Two drivers were injured in a two-car crash on the A534 in Burland, Nantwich, earlier today.

The incident happened on Wrexham Road close to the junction with Fisher’s Lane at around 7am.

October 15, 2024
Fire crews tackle huge barn fire near Leighton Hospital

Fire crews tackle huge barn fire near Leighton Hospital

Fire crews are currently tackling a large barn fire in a field close to Leighton Hospital. The fire and smoke can be seen by motorists on the busy A530 Middlewich Road. Several people have posted images on local social media groups. It’s not clear how the fire started or whether livestock are endangered. Cheshire Fire Service say they were called[Read More…]

October 12, 2024
Police release CCTV image following serious assault in Nantwich

Police release CCTV image following serious assault in Nantwich

Detectives have issued an image of a man they want to trace as they refresh their appeal in relation to a serious assault in Nantwich.

As part of the investigation, police have released this CCTV image of a man they want to speak to.

October 7, 2024
Car ends on roof in serious accident in Nantwich

Car ends on roof in serious accident in Nantwich

A car flipped and landed on its roof in a serious crash on Middlewich Road in Nantwich earlier today.

The accident happened at around 3am and fire crews were called out to help cut the driver free from the wreckage.

October 6, 2024
Audlem Fire Station broken into for second time

Audlem Fire Station broken into for second time

Police are probing a second break in at Audlem Fire Station.

It’s believed high value equipment used for emergencies was stolen from the building on Shropshire Street, on Tuesday.

October 4, 2024
Lorry recovered and lanes reopen on M6 in Cheshire

Lorry recovered and lanes reopen on M6 in Cheshire

The M6 northbound in Cheshire is fully open again after a serious crash involving an HGV which plunged 60ft off the main carriageway.

The vehicle fell off the motorway in heavy rain near Thelwall Viaduct between junction 20 and 21 at around 6.50pm last night (September 30).

October 1, 2024
Flood warning issued for River Weaver in Nantwich

Flood warning issued for River Weaver in Nantwich

A Flood Warning has been issued for the section of River Weaver at Shrewbridge Lodge in Nantwich.

The Environment Agency says rising river levels are expected to cause flooding into today (October 1) until 10am.

October 1, 2024
Car fire closes A500 Shavington Bypass near Nantwich

Car fire closes A500 Shavington Bypass near Nantwich

A car burst into flames on the busy A500 Shavington Bypass near Nantwich, forcing it to close.

The incident happened close to the Station Pilot roundabouts at around 10.20am yesterday (September 21).

September 22, 2024
Man sped at 90mph before killing friend on way to Nantwich Jazz Festival

Man sped at 90mph before killing friend on way to Nantwich Jazz Festival

A man speeding at up to 90mph towards Nantwich Jazz Festival, crashed into a tree killing one friend and seriously injuring three others.

Finley Wood, 21, has been jailed for 10 years after admitting causing the crash on the A525 near Combermere.

September 20, 2024