Village News

Memorial service for Elle Morris planned ahead of Nantwich funeral

Memorial service for Elle Morris planned ahead of Nantwich funeral

A special memorial service and funeral of courageous Nantwich youngster Elle Morris will take place this week.

Elle, 11, from Mottram Drive, Stapeley, died after a long battle with cystic fibrosis and undergoing a double lung transplant.

January 15, 2018
Tributes paid as Nantwich lung transplant youngster Elle Morris dies

Tributes paid as Nantwich lung transplant youngster Elle Morris dies

Courageous Nantwich schoolgirl Elle Morris, who underwent a double lung transplant while fighting cystic fibrosis, has died.

The tragic news emerged just days after her heartbroken mum Becky revealed that specialists could not find a way to cure an infection she was suffering.

January 3, 2018
Wistaston dog walkers enjoy traditional Boxing Day stroll

Wistaston dog walkers enjoy traditional Boxing Day stroll

By Jonathan White
More than 40 Wistaston walkers and their dogs enjoyed a gentle stroll on Boxing Day 2017.

The annual event was organised by Helen Gould, a member of the Wistaston Community Council.

December 27, 2017
Crewe and Nantwich homes all dressed up for Christmas

Crewe and Nantwich homes all dressed up for Christmas

It’s that time of year again when homes across Crewe and Nantwich light up the night sky with their amazing Christmas decorations.

And photographer Jonathan White has been out and about to capture the most eye-catching light displays.

December 22, 2017
Defibrillator installed in Wistaston after Baker Wynne & Wilson grant

Defibrillator installed in Wistaston after Baker Wynne & Wilson grant

By Jonathan White
A new life-saving defibrillator has been installed in Wistaston, thanks to a £1,300 ‘Community Pledge’ grant from Baker Wynne & Wilson.

The defibrillator is situated at the front of the hall at Wistaston Memorial Hall and Community Centre on Church Lane.

December 20, 2017
Young Stapeley pupil raises Children in Need cash with toy name competition

Young Stapeley pupil raises Children in Need cash with toy name competition

A big-hearted Stapeley pupil has raised vital funds for Children in Need by running a ‘name that toy’ competition.

Pear Tree Primary youngster Oriana Preece used her drive and determination to make a difference by running the fund-raiser.

December 16, 2017
Choirs entertain at Wistaston Community Council Christmas Concert

Choirs entertain at Wistaston Community Council Christmas Concert

By Jonathan White
Local choirs entertained the audience at Wistaston Community Council’s annual ‘Christmas Concert’.

The concert featured Wells Green Choir led by Myra Wood, Shavington Academy Music Ensemble led by John Clarke, and Wistaston Church Lane Academy Choir led by Helen Collett and Victoria Palethorpe.

December 16, 2017
Mooning gnomes in Wistaston make Christmas Grotto comeback

Mooning gnomes in Wistaston make Christmas Grotto comeback

EXCLUSIVE
Cheeky mooning gnomes in Wistaston who made international headlines, have made a Christmas comeback!

This family of friendly characters have taken up residence outside gnome fan Laurence Perry’s home on Westfield Drive.

December 16, 2017
Latest league tables show performance of primary schools in Nantwich

Latest league tables show performance of primary schools in Nantwich

The Government’s latest league tables for Nantwich primary schools have been published, rating schools on the improvement shown by pupils in reading, writing and maths.

The tables show the percentage of pupils achieving the expected standard by the end of Key Stage 2 (year 6), compared to where pupils were at the end of Key Stage 1 (year 2).

December 14, 2017
Audlem girl wins Everybody Junior award for 2017

Audlem girl wins Everybody Junior award for 2017

A sporty girl from Audlem has been named Everybody Junior Member of the Year 2017.

Audlem St James pupil Isabella Woods scooped the honour which rewards a 5-11 year-old Cheshire East resident who has shown dedication to health and activity.

December 13, 2017
Church Minshull hosts Christmas Floral extravaganza at St Bartholomew’s

Church Minshull hosts Christmas Floral extravaganza at St Bartholomew’s

A Christmas Floral Extravaganza at St Bartholomew’s Church in Church Minshull, drew crowds of visitors from far and wide, raising £3,000.

Run by Wistaston and District Flower Club in partnership with St Bartholomew’s Church, ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’ floral event showcased 12 arrangements from award-winning Cheshire florists.

December 12, 2017
Acton St Mary’s Church hosts Christmas Tree Festival

Acton St Mary’s Church hosts Christmas Tree Festival

By Jonathan White
A Christmas Tree Festival took place at St Mary’s Church in Acton near Nantwich at the weekend.

There was a grand opening on Friday with a guest appearance from Father Christmas, followed by a ‘Mingle and Jingle’ charity Christmas concert.

December 11, 2017
Winter freeze hits Crewe and Nantwich – in pictures

Winter freeze hits Crewe and Nantwich – in pictures

The winter  freeze has brought joy and frustration to families across Crewe and Nantwich.

Thousands enjoyed the weekend snow as young and old went sledging, built snowmen and enjoyed gorgeous Winter walks.

December 11, 2017