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LETTER: Why I support RNID’s ear wax campaign

LETTER: Why I support RNID’s ear wax campaign

Dear Editor,
I am writing to support RNID’s ear wax campaign and share my personal experience of struggling to get ear wax removal.

I haven’t been denied a wax removal but know that I can’t get one if I need one without paying a fortune privately.

January 31, 2024
Nantwich bodybuilder hails Mornflake backing for regional contest

Nantwich bodybuilder hails Mornflake backing for regional contest

South Cheshire employer Mornflake has thrown its weight behind a prestigious bodybuilder competition – where a Nantwich champion will be judging winners.

The National Amateur Bodybuilding Association (NABBA) regional contest takes place in the Prince of Wales Hotel ballroom in Southport in May.

January 31, 2024
Villagers create own warning “sign” for worst road in Cheshire East!

Villagers create own warning “sign” for worst road in Cheshire East!

Miffed off villagers in Wrenbury have created their own roadside sign – to warn motorists of the horrific state of the highway!

The sign, stating “This road may break your vehicle – and your soul”, has been erected by the side of Station Road in Wrenbury.

January 31, 2024
Three Cheshire East Council tips set to be “mothballed” in April

Three Cheshire East Council tips set to be “mothballed” in April

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Three Cheshire East tips expected to close in April look set to be mothballed rather than permanently shut – with a final decision being taken in September.

Cheshire East’s environment and communities committee voted by six to five in favour of recommending that there be an “emergency reduction of household waste recycling centres (HWRC)… from April 1, 2024, in advance of the formal HWRC review being presented to committee later in 2024”.

January 31, 2024
Pub bosses welcome pre-school class for chef lessons!

Pub bosses welcome pre-school class for chef lessons!

Pre-school youngsters from Willaston enjoyed a field trip with a difference – lessons in a local pub!

The children were invited to the White Lion in Hankelow by head chef Todd, who’s kids attend the pre-school.

January 30, 2024
Boughey Distribution appoint new commercial director

Boughey Distribution appoint new commercial director

Nantwich firm Boughey Distribution has appointed a new commercial director to support the company’s growth.

Emma Fitzsimons joins from contract manufacturer of beauty and personal care products, Fareva, where she held the role of Vice President of Sales UK

January 30, 2024
Boss of Nantwich firm to tackle Arctic Trek for charity

Boss of Nantwich firm to tackle Arctic Trek for charity

The boss of a Nantwich finance company aims to tackled a trek across part of the Arctic in aid of a children’s charity.

Phil Gray, Watts Commercial Finance managing director, is taking on the challenge for Joshua Tree Children’s Cancer Charity.

January 30, 2024
Tribute issued following crash which killed 37-year-old dad

Tribute issued following crash which killed 37-year-old dad

The family of a man who died following a fatal collision near Middlewich have paid tribute to him.

The accident happened on the A54 Middlewich Road, close to the junction with Birch Lane, shortly after 4.45am on Thursday January 18.

January 30, 2024
Crewe & Nantwich earn 22-19 victory at home to Burnage

Crewe & Nantwich earn 22-19 victory at home to Burnage

Crewe and Nantwich RUFC 1sts earned a hard-fought 22-19 victory over Burnage at the Vagrants.

With Burnage fifth in the league, one place behind Crewe, the hosts were expecting another tight physical contest.

January 30, 2024
Planners back retail and employment phase of Stapeley development

Planners back retail and employment phase of Stapeley development

Planners are recommending councillors approve an application for the retail and employment phase of the Maylands Park development at Stapeley in Nantwich, writes Belinda Ryan.

Outline approval for the whole controversial scheme – which includes residential and employment use – was granted on appeal by the Secretary of State in July 2020.

January 29, 2024
Nantwich Concert Band to perform at cricket club

Nantwich Concert Band to perform at cricket club

Nantwich Concert Band are planning a concert at the town’s cricket club in March.

The show, called “Back to the 80s”, will take place on Sunday March 3 at Nantwich Cricket Club off Whitehouse Lane.

January 29, 2024
Nantwich Town Women dominate game for away league victory

Nantwich Town Women dominate game for away league victory

Nantwich Town Women beat Congleton Town Ladies 1-0 in the Premier Division of the Cheshire Women’s & Youth Football League.

Keane Harrison notched the winning goal for the Dabbers at Congleton High School yesterday (January 28).

January 29, 2024
The Lions quit Crewe Regional Sunday league

The Lions quit Crewe Regional Sunday league

Another team has had to quit the Crewe Regional Sunday League.

The Lions decided to call it a day, which leaves just nine teams competing in the Premier Division.

January 29, 2024