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Nantwich artist shortlisted for Royal Academy summer show

Nantwich artist shortlisted for Royal Academy summer show

A Nantwich artist has been shortlisted for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Show in London.

And it will be the second consecutive year that Barbara Barlow has made it through to the show.

March 29, 2025
Aqueduct Marina near Nantwich launches new “glamping” retreats

Aqueduct Marina near Nantwich launches new “glamping” retreats

Aqueduct Marina near Nantwich has unveiled new “glamping” and camping pitches on its 100-acre site.

Breaks can now be booked in the countryside surroundings of the marina alongside the Shropshire Union Canal.

March 29, 2025
Singer Meg Lee launches ‘Big Beautiful Cheshire Sessions’ tour

Singer Meg Lee launches ‘Big Beautiful Cheshire Sessions’ tour

By Jonathan White
South Cheshire singer Meg Lee has started her latest tour “Big Beautiful Cheshire Sessions”.

The tour includes dates in her home town Nantwich as well as Northwich, Alsager and Wilmslow.

March 29, 2025
Nantwich couple help rehome more than 500 dogs in Bulgaria

Nantwich couple help rehome more than 500 dogs in Bulgaria

A Nantwich couple who moved to Bulgaria to run a dog rescue shelter, have now re-homed more than 500 badly treated pooches.

Clair Steele and her partner Neil were so moved by the plight of dogs over there they made a life-changing decision.

March 29, 2025
REVIEW: “Death of a Salesman” at Crewe Lyceum

REVIEW: “Death of a Salesman” at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
A few years ago, more than I care to admit, I studied the Arthur Miller play “Death of a Salesman” at the old Dane Bank College in Crewe as part of my English A Level.

It was a set exam text, and I remember many hours were spent in the classroom discussing and dissecting Miller’s writing.

March 29, 2025
Cheshire Police warning amid courier fraud incidents

Cheshire Police warning amid courier fraud incidents

Officers are urging Crewe and Nantwich residents to remain vigilant following a number of reports of courier frauds.

Cheshire Police say they received three reports of courier fraud today (March 28) where victims have been contacted by fraudsters posing as officers.

March 28, 2025
Aerial view Bunbury Village Day 2021

Bunbury Village Day promises “Summer Sounds” spectacular

Organisers of the Bunbury Village Day on Saturday June 14 are turning up the volume with a celebration of music and a day of Summer Sounds.

They are inviting musical contributors from near and far to ensure there’s something for everyone.

March 28, 2025
LETTER: Wistaston housing plan threatens animals

LETTER: Wistaston housing plan threatens animals

Dear Editor,
I am writing as a follow-up to the concerns expressed by Jonathan White in your 19 March article “Alarm over 220-homes plan for Wistaston” – namely Redrow Homes’ plans for large-scale housing development on farmland designated as part of the strategic green gap between Crewe and Nantwich.

March 28, 2025
Nantwich Seals swimmers make splash at Spring competitions

Nantwich Seals swimmers make splash at Spring competitions

Nantwich Seals Swimming Club members enjoyed a packed period of competitive action, with swimmers taking part in two exciting events.

A group of Seals headed to Crewe for the final round of the Peaks and Plains League Gala, competing against a host of local clubs from across Cheshire.

March 28, 2025
Canal & River Trust launches new guide featuring Cheshire attractions

Canal & River Trust launches new guide featuring Cheshire attractions

The Canal & River Trust has unveiled a new free guide to “Places to Visit in the North West” including several in South Cheshire.

It has maps, information about visitor facilities and free activities, and ways to get the most out of visiting the region’s canals and rivers.

March 28, 2025
Police warn of heavy presence ahead of Crewe Alex v Port Vale

Police warn of heavy presence ahead of Crewe Alex v Port Vale

Police have been given extra powers to deal with disorder ahead of the Crewe Alexandra v Port Vale football match tomorrow (March 29).

Officers in Crewe say increased powers will help them keep football fans from both sides “safe” before the game begins to the final whistle and getting home.

March 28, 2025
CEC to extend car parking charges to 10pm from May

CEC to extend car parking charges to 10pm from May

Motorists in Nantwich and Crewe face paying for car parking until 10pm on Cheshire East Council car parks from May.

And they will also have to pay to park on Sundays when it is currently free.

March 28, 2025
LETTER: Cheshire East Council’s ill-conceived parking charge increases

LETTER: Cheshire East Council’s ill-conceived parking charge increases

Dear Editor,
I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the upcoming changes to parking charges at Cheshire East Council-operated car parks, set to take effect in May.

March 28, 2025