Village News

Shavington panto “Red Riding hood” shortlisted by NODA

Shavington panto “Red Riding hood” shortlisted by NODA

Shavington’s “Red Riding Hood” Pantomime has been nominated for 10 NODA awards, writes Jonathan White.

The 2024 panto was staged by Shavington Village Festival Committee which is celebrating the nominations from the National Operatic and Dramatic Association (NODA) district awards.

December 23, 2024
Cllr Janet Clowes

Vulnerable Cheshire East residents “cut off” by new phone system

Vulnerable South Cheshire residents were unable to call for help during a three-day power cut because the area’s landlines have been switched to a digital service which requires electricity, a councillor said.

Cllr Janet Clowes said parts of her Wybunbury ward lost power for up to 72 hours during last week’s Storm Darragh.

December 19, 2024
Roads closed as work on sink hole continues in Wistaston

Roads closed as work on sink hole continues in Wistaston

Disruption will continue in Wistaston this week after a sink hole opened up on a busy road in the village.

The hole emerged on Laidon Avenue last week between the junctions of Rope Bank Avenue and Rimsdale Close.

December 17, 2024
Nantwich and Crewe homes light up for Christmas in festive display

Nantwich and Crewe homes light up for Christmas in festive display

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas across the Nantwich and Crewe areas, writes Jonathan White.

Residents are dazzling their neighbourhoods with over-the-top festive decorations that would make Santa proud.

December 14, 2024
Burglars steal £60,000 of goods in raid at Dagfields near Nantwich

Burglars steal £60,000 of goods in raid at Dagfields near Nantwich

A gang has made off with £60,000 worth of items in a raid on Dagfields antiques store near Nantwich.

Police are appealing for information and witnesses following the high value burglary at the popular outlet off Crewe Road in Walgherton.

December 12, 2024
Police appeal after cat shot with air gun in Wybunbury

Police appeal after cat shot with air gun in Wybunbury

Police are trying to trace a thug who shot a pet cat with an airgun in Wybunbury.

Officers say the attack happened yesterday (December 9) in the area of Howbeck Crescent in Wybunbury.

December 10, 2024
The Funky Choir to bring festive cheer to Acton Christmas Concert

The Funky Choir to bring festive cheer to Acton Christmas Concert

By Jonathan White
South Cheshire-based The Funky Choir will be spreading yuletide joy with a festive Christmas Concert in Acton on Saturday December 7.

The event from 7.30pm will take place at the village’s St Mary’s Church near Nantwich.

November 24, 2024
Police appeal after crash near Nantwich leaves two seriously injured

Police appeal after crash near Nantwich leaves two seriously injured

A two-vehicle collision on a busy road near Nantwich has left two people in hospital with serious injuries.

Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage following the collision on the B5074 Main Road in Worleston.

November 21, 2024
Fire crews battle kitchen fire at house in Audlem

Fire crews battle kitchen fire at house in Audlem

Firefighters battled a kitchen fire at a house in Audlem last night (November 18).

The fire broke out at a property on Kettle Lane at around 9.45pm.

November 19, 2024
‘Proms at Acton’ concert raises thousands for Royal British Legion

‘Proms at Acton’ concert raises thousands for Royal British Legion

By Jonathan White
The 3rd annual ‘Proms’ fundraiser for the Royal British Legion in Acton has raised thousands of pounds.

The concert took place in front of a sold-out capacity audience at St Mary’s Church in the village.

November 18, 2024
Plan for 20 homes near Shavington bypass set for go ahead

Plan for 20 homes near Shavington bypass set for go ahead

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A plan to build 20 homes on land close to the A500 Shavington Bypass have been recommended for approval.

The site, next to the historic Crotia Mill Farm off David Whitby Way, is part of a wider outline planning permission for a mixed use residential and commercial development, including up to 325 homes, which was approved in December 2016.

November 16, 2024
Gold medal winner Bryony back in Wrenbury for bounce-a-thon

Gold medal winner Bryony back in Wrenbury for bounce-a-thon

Golden girl Bryony Page returned to Wrenbury to help the centre who kickstarted who Olympic journey.

The gold medal winner at the 2024 Paris Olympics took part in a sponsored Bounce-a-Thon to raise vital funds for the Wingate Centre in Wrenbury.

November 16, 2024
Shavington unveils its Community Remembrance Garden

Shavington unveils its Community Remembrance Garden

St Mark’s Church in Shavington is hosting the village’s Community Remembrance Garden for the fourth consecutive year.

The annual display includes contributions from Shavington Primary School, Shavington Academy, Rope Green Nursery, Roundabouts Nursery, St Mark’s Craft and Chatter group, the Glow Church group, and individuals across the area.

November 8, 2024