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Skin Health Spa and Residence plan “indulgence” charity night in Nantwich

Skin Health Spa and Residence plan “indulgence” charity night in Nantwich

Two local businesses are teaming up to offer Nantwich folk an “evening of indulgence” in aid of charity. Skin Health Spa, based on Welsh Row, have joined together with The Residence restaurant in Mill Street for the event on August 27.

August 14, 2013
Nantwich Joseph Heler boss celebrates 8 golds at cheese awards

Nantwich Joseph Heler boss celebrates 8 golds at cheese awards

The boss of a cheese maker in Nantwich said it was a “real honour” after they scooped eight golds at the International Cheese Show. Mike Heler, of Joseph Heler Cheese based in Hatherton, was celebrating after the company scooped an amazing 22 awards in total.

August 13, 2013
Volunteer group “Action Not Talk” to tackle Queen’s Park problems

Volunteer group “Action Not Talk” to tackle Queen’s Park problems

Volunteers have clubbed together to tackle problems facing one of South Cheshire’s most popular parks. Queens Park in Crewe is set to benefit from the new volunteer group A.N.T. (Action Not Talk).

August 13, 2013
Police name schoolboy, 15, killed in South Cheshire road accident

Police name schoolboy, 15, killed in South Cheshire road accident

A teenage schoolboy has died after a road accident in South Cheshire. Sam Nutsford, 15, was riding his bike when he was in collision with a car on King Street, in Middlewich.

August 13, 2013
“Hands off Wistaston” campaigners gain petition support in Nantwich

“Hands off Wistaston” campaigners gain petition support in Nantwich

Campaigners fighting to stop developers building on village land, took their battle to the streets of Nantwich. Members of Hands off Wistaston (HOW) held a street stall in the town square to highlight their fight to save Crewe and Nantwich “Green Gaps”.

August 12, 2013
Willaston and Rope councillor backs fight against 880 homes

Willaston and Rope councillor backs fight against 880 homes

A Willaston and Rope councillor has urged residents to fight plans for almost 900 houses on green land near their villages. Himor Group Ltd has applied to build an 880-house “Gresty Oaks” development on land bounded by Rope Lane, Gresty Lane, Crewe Road and the A500 in Rope and Shavington.

August 9, 2013
“60 at 60” birthday challenge in Nantwich raises £400

“60 at 60” birthday challenge in Nantwich raises £400

A 60-year-0ld has completed a tough “60 at 60” fundraising challenge in Nantwich – on his birthday! Ben Reinhardt, from Crewe, swam 60 lengths of Nantwich outdoor pool, cycled 60km and then ran for 60 minutes.

August 9, 2013
Nantwich Food Festival organisers appeal for more volunteers

Nantwich Food Festival organisers appeal for more volunteers

Organisers of the Nantwich Food & Drink Festival have issued an appeal for more volunteers for this year’s event. With more activities planned, the committee now needs more help from willing workers in the town.

August 9, 2013
Nantwich street entertainment features local talent in August

Nantwich street entertainment features local talent in August

Nantwich Town Council’s  programme of town centre Saturday Street Entertainment features Tom Seals tomorrow (August 10). Tom, who studied at Paul McCartney’s world famous and prestigious LIPA (Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts), will be performing from 11am until 2pm.

August 9, 2013
Fire crews rescue Nantwich recycling worker trapped in machine

Fire crews rescue Nantwich recycling worker trapped in machine

A man was rescued after being trapped in machinery at a warehouse in Wardle, near Nantwich. The worker was found trapped at a recycling plant on Green Lane.

August 8, 2013
One in Eleven Appeal donors view Leighton Hospital neo-natal plans

One in Eleven Appeal donors view Leighton Hospital neo-natal plans

Fundraisers who helped pay for a new neonatal unit for Nantwich and Crewe families have seen plans for the project. Donors to the Mid Cheshire Hospitals Charity’s One in Eleven Appeal were invited to Leighton Hospital to view plans for the new unit.

August 8, 2013
Robber threatens South Cheshire shop staff with gun

Robber threatens South Cheshire shop staff with gun

Police are hunting a man who threatened shop staff with a gun during a South Cheshire attempted robbery. Three terrified female employees agreed to hand over money but the robber ran out empty-handed, say police.

August 8, 2013
Reaseheath College maze and zoo pull in Nantwich crowds

Reaseheath College maze and zoo pull in Nantwich crowds

Families in Nantwich have the chance to clown around – thanks to Reaseheath College’s circus-themed maze. The Nantwich college’s popular attraction is pulling in record numbers of visitors eager to make the most of the warm weather.

August 8, 2013