Wistaston

Wistaston man jailed for managing county lines drugs gang

Wistaston man jailed for managing county lines drugs gang

A Wistaston man who managed a county lines drugs gang has been jailed after officers tracked the phone he used to advertise heroin and crack cocaine.

Harvey Etchells pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of class A drugs (Heroin), possession with intent to supply class A drugs (other) and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.

January 24, 2025
Wistaston Singers seek new voices for upcoming term

Wistaston Singers seek new voices for upcoming term

By Jonathan White
The Wistaston Singers mixed community choir are welcoming new members as they begin a new term of performances.

The choir is keen to recruit more men to balance out their 60-member ensemble, which ranges in age from the 20s to the 80s.

January 20, 2025
Ukulele nun night returns to Wistaston Memorial Hall

Ukulele nun night returns to Wistaston Memorial Hall

The South Cheshire George Formby Society is tuning up for its first monthly ‘Ukulele Fun Night’ open mic concert of the year.

It takes place on Friday January 24 from 7.30pm at Wistaston Memorial Hall, Church Lane.

January 19, 2025
Wistaston man honoured with MBE for services to Scouts

Wistaston man honoured with MBE for services to Scouts

A Wistaston man who has dedicated more than half a century to the Scouts has been honoured with an MBE.

Michael Bennion was included in the King’s New Year’s Honours for 54 years of service to the movement.

January 3, 2025
South Cheshire George Formby Society hosts festive finale

South Cheshire George Formby Society hosts festive finale

Wistaston Memorial Hall hosted the South Cheshire George Formby Society’s final 2024 performance with a Christmas-themed “Ukulele Fun Concert”.

The evening showcased the society’s blend of musical nostalgia and holiday spirit.

December 26, 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
Community gathers for the annual Holly Fair in Wistaston

Community gathers for the annual Holly Fair in Wistaston

By Jonathan White
Hundreds of Wistaston villagers enjoyed the annual ‘Holly Fair’ at Wells Green Methodist Church.

The fair drew in a lively crowd of locals eager to get into the holiday spirit while supporting the church and various community initiatives.

November 7, 2024
Hundreds enjoy annual Wistaston fireworks display

Hundreds enjoy annual Wistaston fireworks display

By Jonathan White
Hundreds of villagers enjoyed the annual Wistaston Community events ‘Fireworks Display’ this week.

The event was organised by the Wistaston Community events team and supported by Wistaston Parish Council.

November 6, 2024
Motherwell Cheshire reports record demand for services in 2024

Motherwell Cheshire reports record demand for services in 2024

Motherwell Cheshire supported more than 5,000 people in 2024, a record high for the Wistaston charity, its annual meeting heard.

Women and girls of all ages have turned to the charity for support with poor mental health, anxiety, depression, managing menopause, mothering challenges or grief following baby loss.

October 31, 2024
Wistaston man jailed for abusing and controlling ex partner

Wistaston man jailed for abusing and controlling ex partner

A man from Wistaston has been jailed for eight years after he controlled and abused his former partner.

Timothy White, of Glaisdale Close, Wistaston, was sentenced when he appeared at Chester Crown Court yesterday (October 17).

October 18, 2024
Holly Fair to take place in Wistaston on November 2

Holly Fair to take place in Wistaston on November 2

By Jonathan White
The annual Holly Fair will take place on Saturday November 2nd from 11am to 2pm, at Wells Green Methodist Church on Brookland Avenue in Wistaston.

October 15, 2024
Wistaston Singers look to recruit new members

Wistaston Singers look to recruit new members

By Jonathan White
Wistaston Singers are recruiting new members for their new term, especially men to balance out their fabulous and friendly choir.

They are a mixed community choir who currently have more than 50 members, with ages ranging from 20s to 80s.

September 20, 2024