Readers capture these stunning images of rainbows over Nantwich
Autumn showers may be peppering South Cheshire this week after a hot summer.
But on the plus side – as well as being good for our gardens – are these stunning rainbows!
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Gully emptying causes chaos on busy A51 near Nantwich
Hundreds of motorists were caught up in long tailbacks on the A51 near Nantwich today after highways closed it to empty gullies.
Drivers reported tailbacks of mor than three miles back past Barbridge with the closure in place on the A51 between Reaseheath roundabout and Bluestone Lights.
Biker community pays tribute after death of young motorcyclist
Hundreds of bikers gathered in Nantwich to pay their respects and honour a young motorcyclist who died in an accident.
Motorcyclists from across the region turned out in force to a special “bike night” at the Peacock pub in honour of Josh Stockton last night (September 10).
Tough decisions needed on funding, warn Cheshire East councillors
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council cannot put off making tough decisions otherwise the forecast £3.1 million overspend this year could end up closer to the pessimistic prediction of £18.7 million, councillors warned.
Cllr Dawn Clark, chair of the finance sub-committee, said: “The requirement to continue to identify further actions to bring the council back to a position where we are living within our means, remains.”
New Nantwich sports bar GOAT has licence extension approved
A new Nantwich sports bar has been granted a premises licence allowing it to stay open until 2.30am at the weekends.
Cheshire East’s licensing sub-committee agreed GOAT, on High Street where Kennedy’s American Diner used to be, can also remain open until 12.30am on weekdays, from Sunday to Thursday.
Nantwich Police vow to target rise in graffiti in the town
Nantwich Police have vowed to target those spraying graffiti in the town, causing criminal damage.
They say there has been a rise in the number of reports of graffiti in recent weeks.
Finalists of Nantwich Food Awards 2025 unveiled
The full list of finalists in the 2025 Nantwich Food Awards has been revealed.
People voted in their thousands in eight different categories, including the “Taste of Nantwich” category sponsored by Nantwich News.
Newcastle Road in Stapeley to shut for four days, say highways
One of the busiest roads in and out of Nantwich is to close for four days, Cheshire East highways have said.
Newcastle Road, between the Elwood Way traffic lights and level crossing, will close from September 16 between the hours of 9.30am and 2.30pm.
Nantwich Spooktacular cancelled for 2025, organisers reveal
The organisers of Nantwich Spooktacular have cancelled the 2025 event, they announced today.
They say the “difficult decision” will mean a chance to revamp the event for a return in 2026.
Roadside shrine grows in tribute to motorcyclist killed in crash
A heartfelt roadside shrine has emerged in Willaston where a popular young motorcyclist died in an accident last week.
Josh Stockton, 22, died after his motorbike collided with another vehicle on the A534 Crewe Road.
Nantiwch Town Square cheers for woman’s “brave the shave” effort
Cheers could be heard over Nantwich Town Square as Wistaston resident Dee Slinn “braved the shave” for Cancer Research.
Sitting on a chair outside Nantwich Bookshop, Dee’s curly golden brown locks were taken down to a ‘number one’ before a crowd of shoppers and café customers many taking pictures and filming the effort on their mobile phones.
Full steam ahead for new loco ‘Jenny’ at Peacock Railway
Train enthusiasts have welcomed a new addition to their team after enjoying a bumper summer season at the Peacock Railway in Willaston.
South Cheshire Model Engineering Society, which runs the attraction, has welcomed more than 1,000 visitors this summer after extending opening hours to Wednesdays during August.
Summer fun for Nantwich Youth Club members at Chester Zoo
Young members of the Nantwich Youth and Community Centre enjoyed a memorable day at Chester Zoo – thanks to funding from criminals!
The trip, the first outreach event since the centre re-opened, was paid for through Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner Dan Price and the SWAP Fund (Proceeds of Crime Act).
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