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Stapeley RSPCA wildlife centre staff free birds to wild

Stapeley RSPCA wildlife centre staff free birds to wild

Staff and volunteers at Nantwich’s RSPCA wildlife centre worked against the clock to return 29 birds back to the wild – despite strict avian flu restrictions.

A major exercise swung into action when RSPCA Stapeley Grange had a 48-hour window to release the birds.

December 12, 2022
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
Nantwich primary school pupils tackle Climate Change

Nantwich primary school pupils tackle Climate Change

Pupils at Highfields Academy in Nantwich are making recycling fun as part of their latest Climate Change classes.

They have been doing their bit as part of the topic being taught

December 6, 2022
Reaseheath College sustainability champion wins national award

Reaseheath College sustainability champion wins national award

A graduate who has made a significant impact on Reaseheath College’s sustainability journey has been honoured with a national award.

Ross Fuller, former Chair of Reaseheath’s Conservation Society, has been awarded runner up “Student Green Commitment Award” – a category in the Association of Colleges (AoC) ‘Student of the Year’ awards.

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