Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club scoops village “in bloom” award
Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club has won one of the village’s top ‘in bloom’ award. The club was selected by Wistaston in Bloom to receive the Byatt Trophy for “The Best Community Premises”.
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International stars set for Nantwich Words and Music Festival
International stars are set to perform at Nantwich Words and Music Festival 2012 next month. The festival, to run from October 8 to 14, will host unique performances in intimate venues around the town.
Woman treated at scene of fire in Nantwich flat
A woman was treated for smoke inhalation after a fire broke out in a flat in Nantwich. The blaze started in the ground floor property on Barony Court, and residents managed to scramble clear.
Corrie star Michelle Keegan to open Nantwich Halloween spectacular
Coronation Street star Michelle Keegan will add glamour to a spectacular bonfire and fireworks display in Nantwich. The pin-up, who plays Rovers barmaid Tina McIntyre in the ITV soap, will be at the “Spooktacular” Halloween family fun night at Dorfold Park on October 27.
Michael Owen opens Cheshire racehorse base in aid of St Luke’s Hospice
Nantwich racing fans could get a glimpse into footballer Michael Owen’s stables and training site as part of a special charity event. The Malpas-based Manor House Stables, co-owned by Owen and Andrew Black, is to stage an open morning in aid of St Luke’s (Cheshire) Hospice.
Nantwich charity champion’s special Paralympic Torch moment
A Nantwich charity champion described the amazing experience of carrying the Paralympic Torch. Olwyn Payton was nominated by people in the town for her work and in memory of her daughter died after being born with spina bifida and hydrocephalus.
Richmond Village Nantwich scoop two regional award finalists
Richmond Village Nantwich is celebrating reaching the finals of the Great North West Care Awards in two categories. The centre, off London Road, is a finalist for the North West’s Care Employer of the Year.
World’s Biggest Coffee Morning to be staged at Leighton Hospital
Nantwich folk are invited for a cuppa and a cake at Leighton Hospital to raise money for the national Macmillan Cancer appeal. The Macmillan team at Leighton are taking part the annual World’s Biggest Coffee Morning event on Friday September 28 at 11am.
Ship’s musical instruments sell for £30,000 at Nantwich auction
Musical instruments played by a cruise ship musician in the 1960s struck a chord with buyers at a Nantwich auction. The old instruments raised almost £30,000 when sold at Peter Wilson auctioneers, on Market Street.
Nantwich to earn £2 million from Food and Drink Festival
Organisers of the Nantwich Food and Drink Festival have been stunned at the success of this weekend’s event. More than 30,000 visitors have flocked to Nantwich and the weekend is set to generate more than £2 million for the town.
Nantwich Tennis Club ladies scoop cup for 20th consecutive year
By Jonathan White A Nantwich ladies tennis team is celebrating after winning the league title – for the 20th year in a row! Nantwich Tennis Club Ladies ‘A’ team have landed the South and Mid Cheshire Division 1 cup for the 29th time in all.
Network Rail rethinks Nantwich level crossing closures at Christmas
Rail chiefs have been forced into a rethink over plans to close Nantwich’s three level crossings in the run up to Christmas. Network Rail wanted to close the London Road, Wellington Road and Shrewbridge Road crossings for several days in December.
Pensioner charged after road accident kills young Nantwich man
A 71-year-old has been charged in connection with the road accident which killed Nantwich man Ryan Adamson. Liverpool fan Ryan, 25, (pictured) was working near High Wycombe in Buckinghamshire when the accident happened.
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