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Help needed to clear plant invading banks of River Weaver in Nantwich

Help needed to clear plant invading banks of River Weaver in Nantwich

A dangerous plant which burns skin, is threatening large areas of the River Weaver in Nantwich.

The invasion of Himalayan Balsam in the last two years has shocked the town’s conservationists.

August 11, 2016
Wrenbury mum battles to afford son’s life-changing operation

Wrenbury mum battles to afford son’s life-changing operation

A Nantwich woman is battling to provide her young son a life-changing operation so he can fulfil his dream of playing football.

Charlene Harris’s nine-year-old son Zac has Cerebral Palsy and walking is a real struggle.

August 11, 2016
Nantwich and Wistaston men among 11 arrested in drugs operation

Nantwich and Wistaston men among 11 arrested in drugs operation

Men from Nantwich and Wistaston were among 11 people arrested today as part of police drugs crackdown, Operation Impact.

Nine warrants were executed at addresses across South Cheshire – including Millstone Lane in Nantwich and Crewe Road in Wistaston.

August 10, 2016
Reaseheath College FEZ consultation launched by Cheshire East

Reaseheath College FEZ consultation launched by Cheshire East

Residents and businesses in Nantwich are being urged to engage in a consultation on the future development of Reaseheath College.

The consultation, launched by Cheshire East Council, focuses on a plan for a Local Development Order.

August 10, 2016
Nantwich Food Festival attracts more than 200 exhibitors

Nantwich Food Festival attracts more than 200 exhibitors

Nantwich Food Festival has attracted more than 200 exhibitors and stallholders for next month’s event.

The annual food spectacular, based in the town centre, is expected to attract around 40,000 visitors.

August 9, 2016
Angry Shavington residents ‘forgotten’ in bus service shake-up

Angry Shavington residents ‘forgotten’ in bus service shake-up

Elderly Shavington residents fear they have been ‘forgotten’ in the shake-up of public transport after the collapse of GHA Coaches.

Almost all bus routes have been saved by Cheshire East Council – except the no 44 service which took Shavington residents to and from Crewe and Nantwich.

August 9, 2016
Welshmans Lane blaze in Nantwich closes road

Welshmans Lane blaze in Nantwich closes road

Fire ripped through a derelict building on Welshmans Lane in Nantwich.

The blaze was on the top floor of the empty premises and broke out at around 11am today (August 7).

August 7, 2016
Snugburys celebrates Beatrix Potter with new rabbit sculpture

Snugburys celebrates Beatrix Potter with new rabbit sculpture

Staff at Nantwich ice cream makers Snugburys are celebrating 150 years since the birth of Beatrix Potter – with this giant straw rabbit!

Potter was one of the world’s best-loved children’s authors, with Peter Rabbit one of her most famous characters.

August 6, 2016
Man rescued by fire crews from River Weaver in Nantwich

Man rescued by fire crews from River Weaver in Nantwich

A man has been pulled from the River Weaver in Nantwich by fire crews.

The incident happened by the bridge where Welsh Row meets Waterlode at around 7am today (August 6).

August 6, 2016
Warning for Nantwich elderly as phone scam hits Cheshire

Warning for Nantwich elderly as phone scam hits Cheshire

Nantwich families and neighbours of elderly residents are being warned of a phone scam involving fraudsters posing as internet providers.

A man has contacted several victims in Crewe, Chester, Warrington and Runcorn to tell them their modem was not compatible with their computer and the customer was owed £200.

August 5, 2016
Car ploughs into garage on Nantwich street

Car ploughs into garage on Nantwich street

A car ploughed into a garage in Nantwich after the driver lost control.

The accident happened on Meeanee Drive, just off Queens Drive, at around 10.40am today.

August 4, 2016
South Cheshire College restaurant celebrates AA Rosette

South Cheshire College restaurant celebrates AA Rosette

Staff and students at South Cheshire College’s Academy restaurant and deli have scooped an AA Rosette award.

The venue has been awarded a highly commended AA College Rosette and named a Centre of Excellence for Service.

August 4, 2016
Gas leak scare for the Cheshire Cat in Nantwich

Gas leak scare for the Cheshire Cat in Nantwich

A gas leak scare forced staff to evacuate the Cheshire Cat in Nantwich.

Fire crews were called out after reports a cylinder was giving off carbon dioxide in the basement of the well-known restaurant and bar in Welsh Row.

August 4, 2016