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Record turnout as thousands take part in Nantwich 10K

Record turnout as thousands take part in Nantwich 10K

By Jonathan White
More than 2,100 runners laced up their trainers for the annual HSW Solicitors Nantwich 10K yesterday (March 1st).

And runners were cheered on by plenty of onlookers during the popular road race which took place in dry and mild spring conditions.

March 2, 2026
Councillor calls for pressure on Government over brownfield sites

Councillor calls for pressure on Government over brownfield sites

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A councillor says Cheshire East should call on the government to allow suitable brownfield sites to be compulsorily purchased for development to protect the open countryside.

Cllr Robert Douglas said the government’s decision to increase the annual housing requirement which meant Cheshire East no longer have a five-year land supply, has serious implications as the balance in planning decisions has been tilted in favour of developers.

March 1, 2026
Councillors secure upgrade works at Nantwich Lake car park

Councillors secure upgrade works at Nantwich Lake car park

Nantwich Lake car park has undergone an upgrade following action by two Nantwich Town councillors.

The improvement works, carried out by Cheshire East Council Highways team, follow lobbying by Nantwich South councillors Geoff Smith and John Priest.

February 27, 2026
Cheshire East Council leaders survive “no confidence” vote

Cheshire East Council leaders survive “no confidence” vote

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council’s leader and deputy have remained in post after surviving a vote of no-confidence.

The vote was sparked by the controversy surrounding the possible development of a new town at Adlington.

February 27, 2026
Cheshire East councillors vote through 4.99% council tax hike

Cheshire East councillors vote through 4.99% council tax hike

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East councillors have approved a 4.99% hike in council tax as part of a budget aiming to “put council finances on a sustainable footing in the long term”.

But it was a close vote with the budget being voted through by only 40 to 38, with three councillors abstaining at full council yesterday (Feb 25th).

February 26, 2026
Nantwich sergeant earns top Pubwatch honour

Nantwich sergeant earns top Pubwatch honour

Nantwich Police Sergeant Matthew Stonier has been honoured with the National Pubwatch Malcolm Eidmans Award, sponsored by Poppleston Allen.

The award recognises exceptional contributions by police officers or police staff in supporting Pubwatch schemes across the UK.

February 26, 2026
Stapeley nursery raises more than £1,500 for children’s hospice

Stapeley nursery raises more than £1,500 for children’s hospice

Big-hearted staff and youngsters at a Stapeley nursery have helped raise more than £1,500 for a hospice caring for seriously and terminally ill children.

Parklands Day Nursery chose to support Claire House Children’s Hospice throughout 2025.

February 25, 2026
Police warn Nissan Navara owners in Crewe and Nantwich amid thefts

Police warn Nissan Navara owners in Crewe and Nantwich amid thefts

Cheshire Police are warning Nissan Navara owners across Crewe and Nantwich to be vigilant following nine thefts in the past two months.

Six vehicles Navaras have been stolen from Warrington, one from Crewe and Chester, and two from Congleton since January 1st this year.

February 25, 2026
Major step as powers move from Westminster to Cheshire and Warrington

Major step as powers move from Westminster to Cheshire and Warrington

The transfer of powers from Parliament to Cheshire and Warrington has been confirmed as the region heads towards devolution.

The Parliamentary Order to formally establish the combined authority has been approved and signed by Minister for Devolution, Miatta Fahnbulleh MP.

February 25, 2026
Cyclist fights for life after serious collision with van in Crewe

Cyclist fights for life after serious collision with van in Crewe

Cheshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a cyclist was badly injured in a collision with a van.

The incident happened on Manor Way in Crewe at around 12.50am on Sunday (February 22nd)

February 24, 2026
Cheshire East given “exceptional financial support” by Govt for third year

Cheshire East given “exceptional financial support” by Govt for third year

Cash-strapped Cheshire East Council has been granted exceptional financial support from the government for the third year so it can balance its books, writes Belinda Ryan.

The authority was informed yesterday its request for £35 million for the next financial year has been agreed in principle.

February 24, 2026
Fire crews battle vehicle blaze on Stapeley road

Fire crews battle vehicle blaze on Stapeley road

Fire crews were called to a vehicle blaze on a busy road in Stapeley, Nantwich.

The fire broke out on Elwood Way in Stapeley at around 5pm yesterday (February 23).

February 24, 2026
Plans for 275 homes on Nantwich fields moves step closer

Plans for 275 homes on Nantwich fields moves step closer

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Plans for up to 275 new homes on fields in Nantwich have moved a step closer.

Seddon Homes wants to build the properties on land to the east of Broad Lane at Stapeley.

February 23, 2026