Iconic tree in Nantwich to be removed, council confirms
A protected tree in the centre of Nantwich is to be removed, Cheshire East Council has confirmed.
The iconic horse chestnut tree in Bowers Row car park has been deemed “unsafe” by specialists.
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Rare weasel nursed via syringe at RSPCA Stapeley
A rare admission of a tiny orphaned baby weasel is being cared for at the RSPCA wildlife centre in Nantwich.
The nine-week-old weasel – a ‘kit’ – is at RSPCA Stapeley Grange on London Road after being found alone and without his mum in woods in Rotherham.
Antoinette Sandbach warming to second referendum on Brexit
Exclusive – by Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
Antoinette Sandbach has been left “touched and humbled” by messages of support she has received this week.
The MP for Eddisbury was one of 21 long-standing Conservatives to lose the whip on Tuesday night after voting against the Government to pave the way for a bill to block a no deal Brexit.
Three teenagers arrested after 11-year-old attacked in Queens Park
An 11-year-old boy is in hospital after being attacked in Queens Park in Crewe, say police.
Officers now want witnesses to come forward after the incident which happened shortly before 3.15pm today (Sunday September 8)
UPDATE: Popular dog Milo did NOT attack walker, police confirm
A popular Staffs Bull Terrier dog in Nantwich did NOT attack a man walking two smaller dogs, police have confirmed.
Officers say the walker suffered minor scratch injuries when he picked up his two smaller Yorkshire Terriers as they walked past Milo near Nantwich station.
Nantwich police officers awarded by community
Nantwich town beat officers have received an award from people and businesses in the town.
Sgt Ian Bennett and Nantwich town beat constables Pc Marc Harley and Pc Matt Stonier were surprised when they were contacted by local resident Michael Kewley.
Hundreds at Barony Park protest as Cabinet councillor banned from ‘communicating’
More than 200 people attended a Barony Park protest in Nantwich today to pressure Cheshire East Council into action against unauthorised traveller encampments.
The latest encampment was served with a rare Section 61 order by police on Thursday after it emerged a local authority official was verbally abused by travellers.
Eddisbury Conservatives “sad” to lose MP Antoinette Sandbach
By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
Eddisbury Conservative Association says it is sad to lose Antoinette Sandbach – but that the party must get on with delivering Brexit.
The MP for Eddisbury was one of 21 Conservatives to have the whip removed by the party on Tuesday night after voting against the Government.
HS2 “crucial” for economic growth in Cheshire if accessible to all, says LEP boss
By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
High-speed rail will be “absolutely, crucially important” to economic growth in Cheshire – but only if all its residents and businesses can access it.
That was the message from Philip Cox, chief executive at the Cheshire and Warrington Local Enterprise Partnership.
Nantwich youngster swims to raise more than £500 for Wingate Centre
Nantwich youngster Bella Mckinney made a big splash for charity after swimming in aid of Wingate Children’s Centre.
The big-hearted six-year-old swam 1,000 metres and raised 333% of her original target of £500.
Tarporley man seriously burned in garden petrol incident
A man was badly burned while using petrol in his garden in Tarporley, say Cheshire fire crews.
The incident has led to warnings to residents about the dangers of using petrol in the garden environment.
Councillor cites “costly legal procedure” as Barony Park injunction delay continues
Cheshire East Council is dithering over applying for a court injunction against unauthorised travellers in Nantwich because of the “costly legal procedure”, says a Cabinet member.
Yet, the authority has so far failed to provide any details of this cost when questioned by Nantwich News.
Nantwich Food Festival hailed massive success by organisers
Organisers have hailed another successful Nantwich Food Festival which pulled in 40,000 visitors and featured 200 contented exhibitors.
The three-day event saw various areas of the town packed with marquees and stalls with a wide variety of food and drink as well as live entertainment.
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