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Human remains discovery in Nantwich cottage is “hoax”, say police

Human remains discovery in Nantwich cottage is “hoax”, say police

Police say the discovery of human remains at a cottage near Nantwich is being treated as a ‘hoax’.

Members of a paranormal group contacted police in the middle of the night after claiming to have found a human bone behind a wall of the derelict cottage in Newhall, off the A530.

December 20, 2018
A500 dualling project to start in 2020 after planning approval gained

A500 dualling project to start in 2020 after planning approval gained

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
A major project to dual the A500 single carriageway between Crewe will start in 2020 after it was given planning approval.

The £55 million project has been unanimously approved by Cheshire East Council’s strategic planning board at a meeting yesterday (December 19).

December 20, 2018
Nantwich ‘star’ apprentices honoured at Reaseheath College awards

Nantwich ‘star’ apprentices honoured at Reaseheath College awards

A local butcher and his apprentice were among the ‘stars’ to take top honours at an apprenticeship awards ceremony at Reaseheath College in Nantwich.

The event highlighted the achievement of 150 apprentices who had gained their qualifications at the specialist and technical college in the past year.

December 20, 2018
Pedestrian seriously injured in hit and run incident in Crewe

Pedestrian seriously injured in hit and run incident in Crewe

A pedestrian was seriously injured following a fail to stop collision in Crewe.

A motocross bike was in collision with the victim on Wistaston Road, outside the Wistaston Road Hand Car Wash and Afford Rent-a-Car, between 7.30pm and 8pm on December 13.

December 19, 2018
Cheshire East organisations sign up to support ex-services civilians

Cheshire East organisations sign up to support ex-services civilians

Organisations across Cheshire East have signed an agreement to support ex-military personnel re-adjusting to life on “civvy street”.

More than 20 key organisations have signed the Cheshire Armed Forces Covenant Partnership.

December 19, 2018
Council deal paves way for Stapeley gardeners to apply for allotments

Council deal paves way for Stapeley gardeners to apply for allotments

Gardeners in Stapeley can now apply for allotment sites after a deal was struck between their parish council and Nantwich Town Council.

The two authorities have come to a financial agreement so Stapeley residents can now apply for allotments in Nantwich town boundary.

December 19, 2018
Fears over rising mental health problems among Cheshire Police officers

Fears over rising mental health problems among Cheshire Police officers

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
A former Cheshire Police officer has claimed sickness levels will continue to rise in the force after a report found that mental health issues are common.

Bob Fousert and Sally Hardwick, independent members of the police and crime panel, visited the occupational health unit at Cheshire Police’s headquarters in Winsford.

December 19, 2018
Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner blames Government for funding cost

Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner blames Government for funding cost

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
The Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) says the Government is “passing the baton” for funding the force on to residents.

David Keane has told the Cheshire police and crime panel he will ask acting chief constable Janette McCormick how much money will be needed in 2019-20 before launching a public consultation in January about raising the council tax precept.

December 18, 2018
Plea by Nantwich Olympic star Bryony Page after house break-in

Plea by Nantwich Olympic star Bryony Page after house break-in

Nantwich’s Olympic star Bryony Page has issued a plea for help after burglars broke in to her home and stole valuable items.

Among the items taken from the former Brine Leas student was her Olympic edition Samsung Galaxy phone.

December 18, 2018
Nantwich patient raise £4,000 for Breast Care Unit team

Nantwich patient raise £4,000 for Breast Care Unit team

A Nantwich patient cared for at Crewe’s Leighton Hospital this year, has handed over £4,000 to the Breast Care Unit team.

Barbara Burrows and her husband Nigel held an event at their home, hoping to raise around £1,000 for the unit.

December 18, 2018
Forestry students at Reaseheath College gain top industry talk

Forestry students at Reaseheath College gain top industry talk

Forestry and arboriculture students from Reaseheath College gained an insight into careers in a lecture from Adam Todd, Future Foresters Officer for the Royal Forestry Society.

Twenty Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma students heard Adam describe first-hand the range of career options in the commercial sector.

December 18, 2018
Joyce Stockton

Tributes after death of former Nantwich Mayor Joyce Stockton

Tributes have been paid to a former Mayor of Nantwich Joyce Stockton who has died.

Mrs Stockton passed away on Saturday (December 15) at the Cypress Court Nursing Home in Crewe.

December 17, 2018
Crewe and Nantwich householders add sparkle to their Christmas homes

Crewe and Nantwich householders add sparkle to their Christmas homes

Householders in Crewe and Nantwich have been turning on a light extravaganza for Christmas, as these houses captured by local photographer Jonathan White show!

Families and businesses have been entering the festive spirit with their light decorations.

December 17, 2018