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Tributes paid to Battle of Nantwich stalwart after sudden death

Tributes paid to Battle of Nantwich stalwart after sudden death

By Jonathan White
The Nantwich community and members of the Sealed Knot are mourning the sudden death of Colin Bisset, of Nantwich.

Colin, who died recently of a heart attack, aged 83, was a devoted member of the Sealed Knot for many years.

October 26, 2024
Aqueduct Marina near Nantwich wins TYHA Team award

Aqueduct Marina near Nantwich wins TYHA Team award

Aqueduct Marina near Nantwich has been awarded Team of the Year in the Yacht Harbour Association awards.

The awards were set up to help develop the marina industry.

October 25, 2024
Cheshire East admits library cuts could impact vulnerable

Cheshire East admits library cuts could impact vulnerable

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council has admitted its plans to cut library opening hours “may impact some residents’ ability to stay warm”.

The cash-strapped council is expected to vote through its controversial proposals to slash opening hours at some libraries when the environment and communities committee meets next month.

October 25, 2024
Nantwich dog trainer supports charity caring for rescue dogs

Nantwich dog trainer supports charity caring for rescue dogs

Nantwich dog training team Nose to Trail is helping a local charity to train long-stay rescue dogs who are struggling to find new homes.

The team, led by clinical animal behaviourist Rachel Rodgers, provided a day of pro-bono training to rescue charity Pawprints to Freedom.

October 25, 2024
Crewe & Nantwich MP calls for action on farming pollution

Crewe & Nantwich MP calls for action on farming pollution

Crewe & Nantwich MP Connor Naismith has called for strong action against agricultural pollution after recent slurry dumping incidents in the River Weaver.

Mr Naismith MP spoke out in the House of Commons this week about the “urgent need for addressing agricultural slurry dumping”.

October 25, 2024
Calveley Primary earns top marks from Historical Association

Calveley Primary earns top marks from Historical Association

Calveley Primary Academy near Nantwich has been awarded the prestigious Historical Association Gold Quality Mark.

The award recognises the school’s “exceptional provision for History education”.

October 24, 2024
Choosing the right specialist: Finding an expert in UFUE hair transplants

Choosing the right specialist: Finding an expert in UFUE hair transplants

When considering a UFUE (Unshaven Follicular Unit Extraction) hair transplant, selecting the right specialist is crucial for achieving satisfactory results.

The quality of the procedure can significantly impact the final outcome, so it’s vital to ensure you are in capable hands.

October 24, 2024
Relocating to Australia: Essential information you need to know

Relocating to Australia: Essential information you need to know

Are you planning to relocate to Australia? If so, you must prepare yourself for a big change ahead.

While the warm and sunny climate of Australia can seem welcoming, there is a lot to know beforehand.

October 24, 2024
Popular pub The Leopard has licence amended after complaints

Popular pub The Leopard has licence amended after complaints

A popular Nantwich pub has had its licence amended after a committee ruled it was “undermining the prevention of public nuisance objective”.

The Leopard, on London Road, will now have to remove speakers from its “Hunter’s Hideout” building immediately.

October 24, 2024
Police appeal for help in tracing wanted Nantwich man

Police appeal for help in tracing wanted Nantwich man

Police are appealing for help in tracing a Nantwich man wanted for assaulting two women in Crewe.

Alex Fitzpatrick, 28, from Nantwich, is described as white, with blue eyes and brown hair.

October 24, 2024
Nantwich Town beat rivals Stafford Rangers to continue charge

Nantwich Town beat rivals Stafford Rangers to continue charge

By Liam Price.
Nantwich Town continued their excellent form with another win by beating Stafford Rangers 2-1 at the Swansway Stadium.

The Dabbers made one change from Saturday’s win over Runcorn Linnets, with Gio Loureiro replacing Joe Robbins.

October 24, 2024
Nantwich Clinic team conquer Three Peaks for charity

Nantwich Clinic team conquer Three Peaks for charity

Health Clinic bosses in Nantwich put their best feet forward to tackle the gruelling “Three Peaks Challenge” in aid of a charity.

Tom and Gill Fox, who run The Nantwich Clinic health and wellbeing hub in Willaston, were part of a group who took on the 24-hour challenge.

October 24, 2024
Tories furious over CEC Labour plan for household support fund

Tories furious over CEC Labour plan for household support fund

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Labour’s plans to use the household support fund to help hard-up Cheshire East pensioners who lose their winter fuel allowance could leave the elderly and vulnerable families worse off, Cheshire East Tories claim.

Thousands of pensioners across the borough will lose their winter fuel allowance of up to £300 after the government scrapped it for all except those on pension credit or other eligible benefits

October 24, 2024