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Mary set to be new Nantwich Mayor in “best place to live”

Mary set to be new Nantwich Mayor in “best place to live”

Nantwich resident Mary Slinn is looking forward to becoming Mayor, representing the town she has loved since a teenager and calls ‘the best place to live.’

Mary, who has lived in Nantwich 45 years, will be invested as Mayor tomorrow (May 15) at Nantwich Town Council.

May 14, 2025
Appeal after crash in Shavington leaves victim seriously injured

Appeal after crash in Shavington leaves victim seriously injured

A man has been left with “life-changing” injuries following a crash in Shavington.

Police are appealing for information and video footage following the incident last month at the junction of Main Road and Rope Lane.

May 13, 2025
Network Rail complete Nantwich Station clean-up

Network Rail complete Nantwich Station clean-up

Network Rail says it has completed a clean-up of Nantwich Station after complaints by residents at the state of the site.

There were concerns at the amount of rubbish piling up on land at the station.

May 13, 2025
Devolution will benefit borough, claims Cheshire East leader

Devolution will benefit borough, claims Cheshire East leader

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Devolution will benefit the Cheshire and Warrington region which is currently losing out to the mayoral authorities of Greater Manchester and Liverpool, Cheshire East’s council leader has said.

Cheshire and Warrington is part of the government’s devolution priority programme and a public consultation ended last month.

May 13, 2025
Students at Reaseheath raise hundreds for Mid Cheshire Mind

Students at Reaseheath raise hundreds for Mid Cheshire Mind

Students at Reaseheath College and University Centre in Nantwich have raised more than £400 for Mid Cheshire Mind.

The funds will go towards the local mental health charity keeping its vital phone support lines open.

May 12, 2025
Man brought to safety from A500 bridge in Willaston

Man brought to safety from A500 bridge in Willaston

Police managed to bring a man to safety off a bridge over the A500 dual carriageway in Willaston.

The incident led to the closure of the road for some time on Friday evening (May 9).

May 12, 2025
Brookfield Allotment holders celebrate funding for site revamp

Brookfield Allotment holders celebrate funding for site revamp

Brookfield Allotment holders in Nantwich are celebrating a double win at their popular site.

More than 50 members of the Brookfield Allotment Association, their families and friends hailed the opening of a refurbished community area at their open day.

May 12, 2025
Nantwich groups team up for eco-Sunday clean up

Nantwich groups team up for eco-Sunday clean up

Nantwich community leaders are teaming up tomorrow (May 11) to make common cause for people and nature.

Members of Sustainable Nantwich, Nantwich Civic Society, Nantwich in Bloom and other volunteers are coming together for some “Balsam Pulling” along the River Weaver through the town.

May 10, 2025
Help Nantwich charities seeking access to grant funding

Help Nantwich charities seeking access to grant funding

Charities and community groups in Nantwich have a new ally in their quest for funding.

The South Cheshire Funders’ Forum offers an easier approach to securing grants, allowing organisations to submit a single expression of interest to access multiple opportunities.

May 10, 2025
Reaseheath College £2,000 travel scholarship on offer

Reaseheath College £2,000 travel scholarship on offer

The deadline for a £2,000 travel scholarship run by Reaseheath College in Nantwich is fast approaching.

Young professionals working in Cheshire’s land-based industries can apply for the John Platt Travel Scholarship.

May 10, 2025
New tech to target those who attack Cheshire emergency workers

New tech to target those who attack Cheshire emergency workers

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire’s Police Crime Commissioner says new technology will help police crack down on people who attack emergency workers and bring them to justice.

Commissioner Dan Price was responding to a question about attacks on police after Chief Constable Mark Roberts revealed 10 officers and PCSOs had been assaulted over a 48-hour period one weekend last month.

May 9, 2025
Fire crews tackle house fire in Nantwich street

Fire crews tackle house fire in Nantwich street

Fire crews were called to tackle a blaze at a house on Prince Edward Street in Nantwich.

The fire broke out at around midday yesterday (May 8).

May 9, 2025
VE Day 80 offers reflection and commemoration in Nantwich

VE Day 80 offers reflection and commemoration in Nantwich

Hundreds of people gathered in Nantwich town square for a heartfelt celebration to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day last night (May 8).

Crowds looked on respectfully as poignant speeches were made and 1940s songs sung as Union flags and bunting fluttered in the pleasant spring evening.

May 9, 2025