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Nantwich Town community football sessions called off

Nantwich Town community football sessions called off

The snow and freezing overnight temperatures has claimed its first casualty with Nantwich Town cancelling its community coaching sessions. The club took the decision to cancel this morning’s (December 17) sessions on safety grounds.

December 17, 2011
Police issue snow warning to South Cheshire drivers

Police issue snow warning to South Cheshire drivers

Drivers in South Cheshire are being warned by police over treacherous conditions on the roads today. Snow is causing problems in Crewe, Nantwich, Winsford, Middlewich and other areas.

December 16, 2011
Nearly 600 Cheshire East “troubled” families targeted by Government

Nearly 600 Cheshire East “troubled” families targeted by Government

Almost 600 troubled families in Cheshire East are to be targeted by the Government as part of a new David Cameron initiative. The Government wants to transform the lives of 120,000 troubled families under the new £450million project.

December 16, 2011
Cheshire East Council “ready” as winter snow heads for region

Cheshire East Council “ready” as winter snow heads for region

Council chiefs in Cheshire East say they are prepared as snow and ice looks set to hit the Nantwich area tonight and tomorrow (December 16). They say stockpiles of salt, a new information centre and modern gritting vehicles based at three sites, including Wardle near Nantwich, will help the borough cope with wintry conditions.

December 15, 2011
Nantwich town square hosts Cheshire Police video roadshow

Nantwich town square hosts Cheshire Police video roadshow

Nantwich folk gave their views on Cheshire Police plans to save money as a county-wide survey gets underway. Arrol Johnson was among those to use a video booth at a roadshow in Nantwich town square.

December 15, 2011
Nantwich parking charge rise angers councillors

Nantwich parking charge rise angers councillors

Parking charges in Nantwich are to come under scrutiny at Cheshire East Council today (December 14). It follows complaints by angry councillors over a decision by council officers to hike up charges without councillors knowing.

December 14, 2011
RSPCA inspector’s 1,500-mile Africa run for Stapeley Grange

RSPCA inspector’s 1,500-mile Africa run for Stapeley Grange

An RSPCA inspector has completed an amazing 1,500-mile run across South Africa to raise money for Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre in Nantwich. Emma Timmis, 27, a fully-fledged RSPCA inspector, hopes to raise thousands for the RSPCA centre on London Road.

December 14, 2011
St Luke’s Cheshire Hospice celebrates 100 Club launch at Bentley

St Luke’s Cheshire Hospice celebrates 100 Club launch at Bentley

St Luke’s (Cheshire) Hospice is celebrating the launch of its “100 Club” at an event hosted by one of its major supporters, Bentley Motors. The “100 Club” acknowledges business supporters who give a monthly donation to the hospice.

December 13, 2011
Willaston Pre-School saved after plea for help answered

Willaston Pre-School saved after plea for help answered

A plea for help to keep popular Willaston Pre-School in Nantwich open has been a success. The group has now appointed a new chairperson in Pat Harborth, a local Soroptimist member.

December 13, 2011
Nantwich residents air views on Reaseheath College ‘land for homes’ plan

Nantwich residents air views on Reaseheath College ‘land for homes’ plan

Nantwich residents were given the chance to discuss plans by Reaseheath College to sell off land for a 1,100-home estate, shops and new school. The proposals for the 64-acre plot between the A51 and Welshman’s Lane could net the college up to £20 milllion.

December 13, 2011
Redshift Radio launches pet mascot competition

Redshift Radio launches pet mascot competition

Crewe and Nantwich community radio station RedShift has launched a competition to find a new mascot. Current mascot Sam the dog is ready to retire, so station bosses want listeners to help find a replacement.

December 12, 2011
Minister Jim Paice opens Reaseheath College’s John Platt centre

Minister Jim Paice opens Reaseheath College’s John Platt centre

An education and innovation centre has been officially opened at Reaseheath College in Nantwich. The John Platt Centre for Agriculture was named by Jim Paice, Minister for Food and Agriculture.

December 12, 2011
Crewe and Nantwich college students stage flower sale

Crewe and Nantwich college students stage flower sale

Crewe and Nantwich college students are hoping their garden will bloom next spring after selling their home grown plants. Entry Level students at South Cheshire College staged a hyacinth pot sale in their Independent Living Flat.

December 9, 2011