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Wistaston poet makes a splash with new book “Sauce”

Wistaston poet makes a splash with new book “Sauce”

By Jonathan White
Wistaston poet David Vernon is making a splash on the literary scene with his debut poetry collection Sauce.

The book is a “delightfully irreverent and wildly entertaining take on modern life”.

June 19, 2025
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LETTER: No CEC reply over Independent Assurance Panel

Dear Editor,
Is it any wonder the public’s perception of CEC is very poor?

The article of 8th May re “Best Value Notice” by ministers prompted me to ask a question of the CE of who would constitute the Independent Assurance Panel, and their relevant qualifications.

June 19, 2025
Black Lion pub in Nantwich provides charity boost

Black Lion pub in Nantwich provides charity boost

Nantwich in Bloom and the Mayor’s charity have received a welcome boost from the Black Lion pub.

Darren Snell, landlord of the Welsh Row venue, has sponsored the floral displays in the large planters outside NatWest Bank for a second year.

June 19, 2025
First-half - first Dabbers goal - Kai Evans on the way to his hat-trick

Nantwich Town star striker Kai Evans signs for Bury FC

Nantwich Town striker Kai Evans has left to join Bury FC for an undisclosed fee.

The 21-year-old attacker joins The Shakers on the back of a standout 2024/25 campaign for the Dabbers.

June 19, 2025
Nantwich Food Festival line up top chefs for 2025 event

Nantwich Food Festival line up top chefs for 2025 event

Nantwich Food Festival organisers have lined up a host of top chefs to perform at this year’s event.

Big names like Phil Vickery, Adam Purnell, Nigel Brown and Sam Widnall will be at the festival between August 29-31.

June 19, 2025
Mental skills developed through competitive card play

Mental skills developed through competitive card play

Card games are often considered casual entertainment, but their value extends far beyond passing the time.

When played competitively, they provide a practical workout for the brain.

June 19, 2025
Nantwich artist shortlisted for Royal Academy summer show

Nantwich artist shortlisted for Royal Academy summer show

A Nantwich artist has been shortlisted to exhibit her work at the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Show in London.

It’s the second consecutive year Barbara Barlow has made it through to the show and has been shortlisted from 10,000 entries to the final 1,000.

June 19, 2025
Plans unveiled for former B&M store to be turned into 20 apartments

Plans unveiled for former B&M store to be turned into 20 apartments

A housing developer wants to turn the former B&M store in Nantwich town centre into 20 new apartments.

A planning application has been submitted by Mr Anshul Raja of Apavi Group Holdings for a change of use for the Swine Market building.

June 18, 2025
Sun shines on Wistaston Village Fete as hundreds attend

Sun shines on Wistaston Village Fete as hundreds attend

Wistaston Village Fete returned in full colour and high spirits bringing the community together for a fantastic celebration, writes Jonathan White.

Organised by Wistaston Community News & Events, the event was held at Wistaston Church Lane Academy.

June 18, 2025
Members of Seahorse Swimming Club make splash at Sale Gala

Members of Seahorse Swimming Club make splash at Sale Gala

By Jonathan White
Seahorse Swimming Club in South Cheshire scooped 10 medals at a swimming gala held at Sale Leisure Centre.

The club faced off against swimmers from the Wirral and Manchester and it brought together more than 30 swimmers with a range of disabilities.

June 18, 2025
Nose to Trail owner Rachel Rodgers

Nantwich dog trainer scoops another national award

Nantwich-based dog trainer Rachel Rodgers has scooped up two more awards.

The owner of Nose to Trail and The Canine School of Trailing has retained her title of “Animal Behaviourist of the Year (UK)” at the Lux Pet Products awards.

June 18, 2025
Web design strategies that directly impact your conversion rate success

Web design strategies that directly impact your conversion rate success

In the digital marketplace, where attention spans are short and competition is fierce, your website must do more than just look good – it must convert.

Whether your goal is to collect leads, increase sales, or grow your subscriber list, your website design plays a pivotal role in influencing user behaviour.

June 17, 2025
Town councillor appeals to dog owners after Nantwich Lake attacks

Town councillor appeals to dog owners after Nantwich Lake attacks

A town councillor is urging dog owners to keep dogs on leads around Nantwich Lake and the Riverside following more incidents endangering swans and wildfowl.

Swans and their cygnets frequently nest in these areas but there have been a number of attacks by dogs not on leads.

June 17, 2025