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Nantwich choristers sing out loud with new President and plans for February event

Nantwich choristers sing out loud with new President and plans for February event

Nantwich Choral Society ended 2021 on a high with its first Family Carol Service for two years and a new President at the helm.

The choristers joined with children from Nantwich Young Voices to perform a mixture of music old and new against the majestic backdrop of St Mary’s Church where the Society’s concerts have been enjoyed for nearly 50 years.

January 1, 2022
Scouts run fund-raising Christmas tree and recycling scheme

Scouts run fund-raising Christmas tree and recycling scheme

By Jonathan White
Local scouts are helping to run a Christmas tree collection and recycling scheme.

The scheme run by the 1st South West Cheshire Scout Group (The Andrews) in Crewe will raise money in aid of local Scouts, to support local children between 6-14 to gain skills for life.

December 29, 2021
Nantwich Crib Service lights up town’s St Mary’s Church

Nantwich Crib Service lights up town’s St Mary’s Church

By Jonathan White
These pictures capture the popular annual Christmas Crib Service at St Mary’s Church Nantwich.

This re-telling of the Christmas story was performed by a mixture of adults and young people at various times during Christmas Eve.

December 28, 2021
St Luke’s Hospice annual Christmas Tree collection returns

St Luke’s Hospice annual Christmas Tree collection returns

Staff and volunteers from St Luke’s Hospice will be collecting and recycling real Christmas trees in return for a donation towards patient care.

Registration for the annual Christmas Tree Collection is now open.

December 24, 2021
Faith-based choir bring Christmas cheer to the community

Faith-based choir bring Christmas cheer to the community

By Jonathan White
TheFunkyChoir has been entertaining people across South Cheshire at care homes and a crafts and antiques centres during December.

The choir performed twice at Dagfields Crafts & Antiques in Heathfield near Nantwich.

December 24, 2021
Walk-in booster Covid vaccine in Nantwich Civic Hall

Walk-in booster Covid vaccine in Nantwich Civic Hall

Residents can get a booster Covid vaccine dose as a walk-in from the Nantwich Civic Hall tomorrow (December 21)

They will be available on Tuesday December 21 between 2pm and 7pm.

December 20, 2021
The CAT 107.9FM wins support from National Lottery

The CAT 107.9FM wins support from National Lottery

Crewe and Nantwich community radio The Cat 107.9FM has received funding from the National Lottery Community Fund.

The funding will go towards continuing operations and the purchase of necessary equipment for the Cat’s “Out and About” community team following on from becoming media partners with Nantwich Town FC.

December 20, 2021
REVIEW: “Immaculate” by Nantwich Players

REVIEW: “Immaculate” by Nantwich Players

Nantwich Players latest production is Immaculate by Oliver Lansley.

Directed by Bethany Gail, Immaculate tells the story of Mia, a young woman who wakes up one morning to find out she’s pregnant.

December 18, 2021
REVIEW: Christmas panto is back at Crewe Lyceum!

REVIEW: Christmas panto is back at Crewe Lyceum!

At long last, panto is back. Oh yes it is.

After an extra year of beauty sleep, Crewe Lyceum has opened its doors to a fun-filled production of Sleeping Beauty.

December 12, 2021
South Cheshire firm hosts star-studded film screening at Lyceum

South Cheshire firm hosts star-studded film screening at Lyceum

A South Cheshire security firm drew stars of stage and screen to a special cinema night at the town’s Lyceum Theatre.

Alpha Omega, based on Crewe Business Park, welcomed the director and leading cast members of the British-made independent film “Break” which has won much acclaim since its drive-through premiere during last autumn’s lockdown.

December 8, 2021
Acton Christmas Tree Festival to make welcome return

Acton Christmas Tree Festival to make welcome return

By Jonathan White
The indoor ‘Christmas Tree Festival’ returns to St Mary’s Church on Monks Lane in Acton this weekend.

The Christmas Tree Festival takes place on Saturday December 11 (10am-4:30pm) and Sunday December 12 (12-5pm).

December 7, 2021
Christmas choral music concert at St Mary’s Church Nantwich

Christmas choral music concert at St Mary’s Church Nantwich

By Jonathan White
Concordia performed a Christmas choral music concert at St Mary’s Church in Nantwich on Saturday.

Alison Phillips was the conductor, accompanied by John Gough on piano.

December 7, 2021
“Very Best in Stand Up” to host New Year’s Eve comedy night in Nantwich

“Very Best in Stand Up” to host New Year’s Eve comedy night in Nantwich

The popular New Year’s Eve comedy show returns to Nantwich on December 31 with a stellar line up of acts and DJ to see in 2022.

Hosting the evening is Liverpool funnyman Sam Avery, whose observational style instantly puts audiences at ease allowing him to regale them with his tales of everyday life

December 4, 2021