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New 31-homes plan in pipeline near Brine Leas School, Nantwich

New 31-homes plan in pipeline near Brine Leas School, Nantwich

A developer wants to build 31 new homes on land off Audlem Road at the back of Brine Leas School in Nantwich. Initial proposals have been sent to Nantwich Town Council to ask for their views on the plans.

March 12, 2013
Circus Funtasia to stage five days of shows in Nantwich

Circus Funtasia to stage five days of shows in Nantwich

The circus is in town this week with Circus Funtasia putting up their big tent at the Weaver Stadium in Nantwich. All-human shows will be taking place each day from Wednesday March 13 through to Sunday afternoon March 17.

March 11, 2013
ABBA tribute band line up rugby club Vagrants gig in Nantwich

ABBA tribute band line up rugby club Vagrants gig in Nantwich

A top ABBA tribute band is heading to Nantwich for a top night of entertainment at the town’s rugby club. Crewe and Nantwich RUFC are staging the concert at their Vagrants venue off Newcastle Road, Willaston, on April 6.

March 11, 2013
Nantwich Olympic star Beth Tweddle wins “Dancing On Ice” final

Nantwich Olympic star Beth Tweddle wins “Dancing On Ice” final

Nantwich’s Olympic gymnast Beth Tweddle has been crowned champion of ITV’s Dancing On Ice. Tweddle, from Bunbury, skated to victory with dance partner Dan Whiston in tonight’s final show.

March 10, 2013
Wistaston pupils design and make flower posies for Mother’s Day

Wistaston pupils design and make flower posies for Mother’s Day

These Youngsters in Wistaston made sure their mums were spoilt on Mother’s Day, by designing them posies. The Year 2 children at Wistaston Church Lane School rose to the challenge when they were asked to design and make a special gift for their mothers.

March 10, 2013
Nantwich based Skin Health Spa wins national employer award

Nantwich based Skin Health Spa wins national employer award

Nantwich-based Skin Health Spa has won “Employer of the Year” at the Professional Beauty Awards 2013. The aesthetic clinic group, based on Welsh Row, picked up the accolade at a televised awards night at the London Hilton on Park Lane.

March 9, 2013
Nantwich Town clash with Blyth Spartans called off after heavy rain

Nantwich Town clash with Blyth Spartans called off after heavy rain

By Robert Summerscales Nantwich Town’s home game with Blyth Spartans has been called off because of a waterlogged pitch. Heavy rain over the last 24 hours has once again left the Weaver Stadium pitch unplayable.

March 9, 2013
Nantwich primary pupils star in Shakespeare at New Vic Theatre

Nantwich primary pupils star in Shakespeare at New Vic Theatre

Pupils from a Nantwich school went down a storm when they starred in their own version of Shakespeare’s  The Tempest. Year 6 youngsters at Pear Tree Primary, Stapeley, were part of the Children’s Shakespeare Festival.

March 8, 2013
Man charged in South Cheshire off licence robbery probe

Man charged in South Cheshire off licence robbery probe

A man has been charged in connection with an alleged robbery at a South Cheshire off licence. The 28-year-old man has been charged following an investigation into the incident at Bargain Busters on Edleston Road, Crewe.

March 8, 2013
Tributes paid after death of ex Nantwich councillor John Beech

Tributes paid after death of ex Nantwich councillor John Beech

Friends and family have paid tribute to former Crewe and Nantwich borough councillor John Beech who has died. John served on several public bodies during a distinguished career, representing the Acton ward of Nantwich for 14 years.

March 8, 2013
Elvis tribute to stage ‘One in Eleven Appeal’ gig in Nantwich

Elvis tribute to stage ‘One in Eleven Appeal’ gig in Nantwich

Elvis fans will be All Shook Up when top tribute artist Paul Larcombe performs in Nantwich for the One in Eleven Appeal. Larcombe, who performs as Pure Presley the first UK Elvis tribute to be officially endorsed by Graceland, will stage the concert in Willaston.

March 8, 2013
Nantwich Town appoint ex Bostik boss Tony Davison as director

Nantwich Town appoint ex Bostik boss Tony Davison as director

Nantwich Town have appointed local businessman Tony Davison to its Board of Directors. Tony recently retired as managing director of Bostik, parent company of league sponsors Evo-Stik.

March 8, 2013
Vandals set fire to bin in Swine Market, Nantwich

Vandals set fire to bin in Swine Market, Nantwich

Fire crews believe vandals set a bin ablaze in a busy area of Nantwich town centre. The blaze happened on Swine Market, with one crew from nearby Beam Street station tackling the incident.

March 7, 2013