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Michael Flash Meakin, scrap metal collector

Nantwich memorial to “Flash” Meakin soon to be unveiled

A new memorial bench to honour Nantwich metal man Michael “Flash” Meakin is close to being completed and unveiled.

Nantwich Town Council said today that a local company is manufacturing the bench in Flash’s name.

June 4, 2024
Teenager fights for life after horror A51 smash in Nantwich

Teenager fights for life after horror A51 smash in Nantwich

An 18-year-old driver is fighting for her life after a serious collision on the A51 at Reaseheath near Nantwich.

And a second driver has been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving following the incident yesterday (Sunday June 2).

June 3, 2024
Willaston couple’s letter to Party leaders in memory of daughter

Willaston couple’s letter to Party leaders in memory of daughter

A Willaston couple have written an open letter to Party leaders ahead of the General Election, calling on them to commit to preventing sudden heart deaths in young people.

Alison and Robert Howells lost their 22-year-old daughter Ceri from Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome (SADS) 10 years ago.

June 3, 2024
Three people injured in two-vehicle smash on A51 in Nantwich

Three people injured in two-vehicle smash on A51 in Nantwich

Three people have been seriously injured in a road accident in Nantwich earlier today.

The two-vehicle accident happened shortly after 2pm on the A51 near Reaseheath, Nantwich.

June 2, 2024
Cheshire East Council go ahead for Basford East employment areas

Cheshire East Council go ahead for Basford East employment areas

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East has given the go-ahead for two large employment developments near Crewe which could create 2,900 jobs despite claims “grey sheds” will be a “blot on the landscape”.

Muse Developments was granted full planning permission for three large units for light industrial or warehousing and distribution on land at Basford East, near the A500.

June 1, 2024
Three men from London arrested in Nantwich incident

Three men from London arrested in Nantwich incident

Three men from London have been arrested in Nantwich following an early hours traffic stop, police said.

The incident happened around 2am yesterday (May 31) when police patrols stopped a van acting suspiciously in the Nantwich area.

June 1, 2024
Nantwich primary school pupils scoop art and handwriting awards

Nantwich primary school pupils scoop art and handwriting awards

Winners from nine Nantwich primary schools have been honoured with awards in the Rotary Art & Handwriting Competition.

The youngsters gathered to collect their accolades from Nantwich Rotary Club President Elect Rod Stokes and Mayor of Nantwich Cllr Stuart Bostock.

May 30, 2024
D&G to cut Sunday 84X bus service from Nantwich

D&G to cut Sunday 84X bus service from Nantwich

A key Sunday bus service connecting Nantwich, Willaston and Crewe is being axed from July.

The loss of the D&G service means the 84 corridor will only have a service every 90 minutes on Sunday with Stagecoach.

May 30, 2024
Man cycling 1,080 miles for Dogs for Good stops off in Nantwich

Man cycling 1,080 miles for Dogs for Good stops off in Nantwich

A man cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats for charity “Dogs for Good” stopped off in Nantwich this week, where he met a fellow volunteer.

Graham Walker began his 1,080-mile journey last week to raise money for the charity which helps people with disabilities through the power of expertly trained dogs.

May 30, 2024
Mystery behind the roaming Peacock of Nantwich!

Mystery behind the roaming Peacock of Nantwich!

Nantwich residents have been getting in a flap this week as a stray Peacock has been seen roaming around the town.

And the colourful creature is quickly gaining fame – even having his own Facebook Page launched!

May 29, 2024
Works on Southern Gateway project in Crewe to begin in June

Works on Southern Gateway project in Crewe to begin in June

Works to improve access to Crewe town centre will continue in June as Cheshire East Council’s Southern Gateway project gets underway.

The Southern Gateway works aim to improve the route for pedestrians and cyclists from the south of Crewe into the town centre from High Street to the Lifestyle Centre.

May 29, 2024
Theodore William Gill Cup raises money for baby bereavement suite

Theodore William Gill Cup raises money for baby bereavement suite

By Jonathan White
The 2nd annual Theodore William Gill Cup charity football match in Nantwich has helped raise funds in memory of a baby who died.

The event, organised by parents Greg Gill and Charlotte Wilson in memory of baby Theodore who was born sleeping in April last year, raised more than £1,000.

May 29, 2024
Man charged with drink driving after Welsh Row incident

Man charged with drink driving after Welsh Row incident

A man from Wrenbury has been charged with drink driving following an incident on Welsh Row in Nantwich.

Russell William Lawton, 47, was arrested on Sunday May 26.

May 29, 2024