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Flood Warnings in place for River Weaver through Nantwich

Flood Warnings in place for River Weaver through Nantwich

Two Flood Warnings along the River Weaver in Nantwich remain in place today after Storm Bert brought heavy rain over the weekend.

The first is at Nantwich Riverside with a warning that land from Beam Bridge to the railway and properties on First Wood Street, Second Wood Street, Welsh Row, Barker Street, Holland Walk and Weaver Bank are all at risk.

November 25, 2024
Rotary Club in Nantwich donates nearly £10k to cancer charity

Rotary Club in Nantwich donates nearly £10k to cancer charity

Wych-Malbank Rotary in Nantwich has donated almost £10,000 after another successful charity auction.

The club, based at Richmond Village Nantwich, hosted its annual Big Birthday Bash on the anniversary of the club’s formation.

November 24, 2024
Storm Bert brings flooding to parts of South Cheshire

Storm Bert brings flooding to parts of South Cheshire

Police are warning drivers in South Cheshire after heavy rain from Storm Bert combined with thawing snow and ice have brought flooding to many routes.

Some rural routes like Wrinehill Road in Wybunbury (pictured) are barely passable and police are advising drivers not to risk driving through flood waters.

November 23, 2024
Thousands enjoy spectacular Nantwich Christmas lights switch on

Thousands enjoy spectacular Nantwich Christmas lights switch on

By Jonathan White
Thousands of people packed into Nantwich town square last night to enjoy the annual ‘Nantwich Christmas Light Switch-On’.

Presenters from local community radio station The Cat compered the event, which was organised by Nantwich Town Council.

November 23, 2024
Police appeal to trace wanted man from Nantwich

Police appeal to trace wanted man from Nantwich

Police in Nantwich are renewing appeals for help in tracing Alex Fitzpatrick, who is wanted in connection to assault offences.

Fitzpatrick, 28, from Nantwich, is described as white, with blue eyes and brown hair. He is of slim build and 5ft 8ins tall.

November 23, 2024
RSPCA appeal after dead dog’s body found on Nantwich school field

RSPCA appeal after dead dog’s body found on Nantwich school field

WARNING – Story contains details and images some may find distressing

The RSPCA has launched an appeal after a dead dog was found on the playing field of Malbank School in Nantwich.

The grim discovery of an emaciated, female mastiff was made by a local man walking along a nearby footpath.

November 22, 2024
Police appeal after crash near Nantwich leaves two seriously injured

Police appeal after crash near Nantwich leaves two seriously injured

A two-vehicle collision on a busy road near Nantwich has left two people in hospital with serious injuries.

Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage following the collision on the B5074 Main Road in Worleston.

November 21, 2024
Black Lion charity evening gives cash boost to Nantwich causes

Black Lion charity evening gives cash boost to Nantwich causes

Proceeds from a “Taste of Cheshire” gin and cheese evening at The Black Lion in Nantwich have been served up to two worthy causes in the town.

The charity event raised £500 which was split between Nantwich Christie Hospital Support Group and the Rotary Club of Nantwich.

November 21, 2024
Tenants urged to report poor housing to landlords before CEC action

Tenants urged to report poor housing to landlords before CEC action

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Tenants living in substandard housing are urged to contact their landlord in writing before approaching the council so there is evidence to help with any enforcement action.

A report to Cheshire East’s health and wellbeing board said there are clear links between poor housing conditions and health.

November 21, 2024
Mayor Arthur Moran and Consort Cllr Carole Thomas

Tributes paid after death of former Nantwich councillor and mayoress

Tributes have been paid to a former Nantwich Town Councillor and Mayoress who has died.

Carole Thomas died suddenly but peacefully at her home aged 86.

November 21, 2024
Truck driver injured after colliding with power line in Acton

Truck driver injured after colliding with power line in Acton

A lorry driver was injured after his truck collided with power lines in Acton, Nantwich, today.

The incident happened around 7am at the junction of the A534 and A51, known as the Bluestone Lights junction.

November 20, 2024
South Cheshire farmers protest over inheritance tax plans

South Cheshire farmers protest over inheritance tax plans

Farmers in South Cheshire gathered in Nantwich today to protest against the Government’s plans to impose Inheritance Tax on some family farms.

While thousands travelled for a major demonstration in central London, local ones protested on Sainsbury’s roundabout on Middlewich Road in Nantwich.

November 19, 2024
Changes to Cheshire East bin collections for festive period

Changes to Cheshire East bin collections for festive period

Residents across Nantwich and surrounding villages are being urged to check online for planned changes to bin collections during the festive period.

The council says it is no longer using stickers on bins to provide information due to cost-cutting.

November 19, 2024