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Students at Reaseheath raise hundreds for Mid Cheshire Mind

Students at Reaseheath raise hundreds for Mid Cheshire Mind

Students at Reaseheath College and University Centre in Nantwich have raised more than £400 for Mid Cheshire Mind.

The funds will go towards the local mental health charity keeping its vital phone support lines open.

May 12, 2025
Man brought to safety from A500 bridge in Willaston

Man brought to safety from A500 bridge in Willaston

Police managed to bring a man to safety off a bridge over the A500 dual carriageway in Willaston.

The incident led to the closure of the road for some time on Friday evening (May 9).

May 12, 2025
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
Help Nantwich charities seeking access to grant funding

Help Nantwich charities seeking access to grant funding

Charities and community groups in Nantwich have a new ally in their quest for funding.

The South Cheshire Funders’ Forum offers an easier approach to securing grants, allowing organisations to submit a single expression of interest to access multiple opportunities.

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
Fire crews tackle house fire in Nantwich street

Fire crews tackle house fire in Nantwich street

Fire crews were called to tackle a blaze at a house on Prince Edward Street in Nantwich.

The fire broke out at around midday yesterday (May 8).

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 served with “Best Value Notice” by ministers

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
RSPCA Stapeley braced for flood of baby wild animal admissions

RSPCA Stapeley braced for flood of baby wild animal admissions

Staff at RSPCA Stapeley Grange in Nantwich are bracing themselves for a huge rise in young wild animal admissions into its centre.

And they are now urging local residents to do their bit to come to the aid of some smaller animals.

May 8, 2025
Nantwich marks VE Day 80 with town-wide celebrations

Nantwich marks VE Day 80 with town-wide celebrations

By Jonathan White
The heart of Nantwich is alive today on May 8th with Union flags, bunting and community spirit to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.

Many local shops and businesses have transformed their windows and fronts with patriotic displays and World War II memorabilia.

May 8, 2025