Reaseheath College “requires improvement” in six areas, says Ofsted
Ofsted inspectors say Reaseheath College in Nantwich “requires improvement” in six areas.
Inspectors visited the college in October and released their latest report this week
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CEC claims it’s “not committed” to 9.99% council tax increase
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council says its request to increase council tax by up to 9.99% without a referendum does not commit it to raising it by that much.
The authority made a formal request to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) on Friday to permit the council tax referendum limit to be raised by a further 5% – above the current maximum of 4.99% for 2025-2026.
Police appeal after dog kills sheep in Nantwich field
Police are appealing for witness after the latest dog attack killed sheep in a field near Nantwich.
The incident happened in a field between Welshmen’s Lane and the Shropshire Union Canal in Nantwich.
University Centre Reaseheath in Nantwich to stage open event
University Centre Reaseheath is hosting its first open day of 2025 this Saturday January 18.
The Nantwich-based institution offers degrees and professional certificates for careers in agriculture, canine behaviour, veterinary nursing, environmental conservation, food science, zoology among others.
Cheshire East applies to raise council tax by 9.99% in 2025-26
Cheshire East Council has applied to the government for permission to increase council tax by up to 9.99% – without holding a referendum, writes Belinda Ryan.
Local authorities in receipt of exceptional financial support are able to make a formal request to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) to increase their council tax above the usual referendum limits.
Police find missing woman in Nantwich after five-hour search
Police spent five hours searching for a vulnerable missing woman in Nantwich last night (Monday).
Officers were supported by Cheshire Police helicopter as they scoured amid “concerns for the welfare of a woman in Nantwich”.
Nantwich honours 81st anniversary of airman Arthur Brown’s death
By Jonathan White
Nantwich gathered yesterday (January 12) to honour the 81st anniversary of Lieutenant Arthur L. Brown’s heroic sacrifice during World War II.
The memorial service, held at the Airman’s Grave near Shrewbridge Road, paid tribute to the 23-year-old United States Army Air Force pilot who gave his life to prevent a crash in the town.
Second fire damages mansion near Nantwich five years to day of first blaze
A 19th century mansion near Alpraham has been damaged by fire – exactly fire years to the day when a huge blaze gutted the same venue.
Fire crews and police were at Tilstone House, in Tilstone Fearnall off the A51 Nantwich Road, last night (Sunday) at around 7.30pm.
Nantwich RDA “Horse of Hope” appeal hits final stretch
Nantwich & District Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) has put out an urgent plea for support as the deadline for its fundraising appeal rapidly approaches.
RDA launched its “Horse of Hope” appeal in December aiming to raise £18,300 to buy a new horse and specialist equipment following the retirement of trusty steed Patrick.
Memorial bench for scrap metal man “Flash” close to being finished
A memorial bench in honour of Nantwich scrap metal man “Flash” Meakin is close to being unveiled, councillors were told.
Nantwich Town Council said a local welder is currently putting the finishing touches to the bench which will placed on Mill Island, close to Queen’s Drive side.
Bid to change Nantwich Mayoralty system scuppered
A Labour councillor’s bid to change the way Nantwich Mayors are appointed was scuppered – by the current Mayor’s casting vote!
Cllr John Priest put forward a motion that town mayor appointments should be shared between political groups.
Cheshire councils write to Government backing devolution
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council has joined the county’s two others in asking to be included in the government’s priority programme for devolution.
The councils’ leaders have written to Local Government and English Devolution Minister Jim McMahon saying they want to formally open conversations about potential new powers and funding Cheshire and Warrington could receive if it goes ahead with devolution.
Motorists warned of delays with works at busy Nantwich junction
Drivers are being warned of major delays as a five-week programme of roadworks is set to hit one of Nantwich’s busiest junctions.
The works will take place at the junction of Newcastle Road and Elwood Way between January 20 and February 24.
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