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Batherton Lane housing Nightingale Land plans

Councillors vote to fight controversial plans for 75 homes in Stapeley

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Councillors have voted to fight plans for 75 homes in Nantwich at appeal on highways grounds after hearing there’s “a ticking time bomb” caused by unplanned, piecemeal developments.

Nightingale Land wants to build the homes on fields off Broad Lane in Stapeley and to bulldoze a bungalow for access.

June 10, 2026
Weaver Wander in Nantwich helps raise £3,000 for three local causes

Weaver Wander in Nantwich helps raise £3,000 for three local causes

The popular “Weaver Wander” event in Nantwich and surrounding areas has helped raise more than £3,000 for local charities, organisers have confirmed.

The event, organised by Rotary Club of Crewe & Nantwich Weaver, sees scores of classic and vintage cars drive on colourful convoy from Nantwich town centre and through rural Cheshire.

June 10, 2026
Nantwich man completes gruelling challenge for CRY charity

Nantwich man completes gruelling challenge for CRY charity

A Nantwich man who battled back from a life-threatening heart condition as a child has completed a gruelling challenge to raise funds for charity.

Danny Harrison, 27, hiked the National 3 Peaks, the Yorkshire 3 Peaks and the Welsh 3 Peaks back-to-back in just four days!

June 10, 2026
Sam James and campaign to save Brookfield Hall

Nantwich campaigner fights to save Brookfield Hall from auction

A Nantwich mum is driving a major campaign to save a community asset in the town being auctioned off.

Sam James has stepped forward to try and save Brookfield Hall which Cheshire East Council are looking to sell off later this month.

June 10, 2026
Plans for new Leighton Hospital approved by Cheshire East councillors

Plans for new Leighton Hospital approved by Cheshire East councillors

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East councillors have given the go-ahead for a new Leighton Hospital in South Cheshire which will “secure the future of healthcare provision for decades to come”.

The strategic planning board was unanimous today (June 9th) in approving the outline application for a new six-storey hospital, ancillary buildings, multi-storey car park, access points, parking and associated infrastructure.

June 9, 2026
Ex England star Jill Scott cycles through Nantwich on UK challenge

Ex England star Jill Scott cycles through Nantwich on UK challenge

By Jonathan White
Former England football star Jill Scott cycled through Nantwich today (June 9th) as part of an extraordinary charity challenge crossing the country.

Scott is taking on Comic Relief’s Sport Relief “Coming Home Challenge” — a gruelling five-day journey covering nearly 400 miles from Wembley Stadium in London to the Stadium of Light in Sunderland.

June 9, 2026
Are 3SDM wheels worth it for everyday driving?

Are 3SDM wheels worth it for everyday driving?

When you pick alloy wheels for daily use, it’s not just about their looks. Drivers usually want a good mix of style, comfort, how long they last, and how well they work on busy roads.

A lot of drivers who want to upgrade their cars look at 3SDM wheels. They like them because of their striking designs and strong reputation among drivers.

June 9, 2026
Cheshire Police carry out 160 strip searches in a year, figures show

Cheshire Police carry out 160 strip searches in a year, figures show

Cheshire Police carried out 13,675 stop searches over the past year and 160 strip searches which involved the ‘exposure of intimate parts’.

The 2025/26 figures were released by the force following a request by the county’s police and crime panel, which had also asked for a breakdown of the numbers, including ethnicity and children.

June 9, 2026
Future of village pub in Audlem in doubt as landlords leave

Future of village pub in Audlem in doubt as landlords leave

A couple who run the Lord Combermere pub in Audlem have announced they are leaving, throwing the future of the pub into doubt.

Rachel Tremblay and partner Cameron Cousens revealed last night that they are to leave after two and a half years running the venue.

June 9, 2026
Nantwich headteacher blasts council for using new crossing to axe free school bus

Nantwich headteacher blasts council for using new crossing to axe free school bus

A furious headteacher has hit out at council officials who are to remove free school transport between Willaston and Nantwich after opening a new crossing.

Malbank School head John Harrison says Cheshire East’s decision to deem a near three-mile hike between Willaston and his school a “safe to walk” route raises “serious concerns about student safety”.

June 8, 2026
Hospitality owners pack meeting in Nantwich to discuss VAT costs

Hospitality owners pack meeting in Nantwich to discuss VAT costs

Dozens of hospitality owners across Nantwich and Crewe packed into a meeting today with MP Connor Naismith to discuss the crippling costs they are facing.

The meeting in the Methodist Hall in Nantwich was organised by Kelly Woodnutt, owner of St Martha on Hospital Street and Edward’s on Pillory Street.

June 8, 2026
Cheshire East Council chief executive leaves after six-month absence

Cheshire East Council chief executive leaves after six-month absence

Cheshire East’s chief executive Rob Polkinghorne has left the council by mutual agreement after being absent for more than six months.

Mr Polkinghorne took up the role in January 2024.

June 8, 2026
Person rescued stuck at Hurleston Reservoir near Nantwich

Person rescued stuck at Hurleston Reservoir near Nantwich

Fire crews had to rescue a person who became stuck on an embankment at Hurleston Reservoir near Nantwich.

The incident happened at around 12:40pm yesterday (June 7th) at the reservoir off the A51 Chester Road.

June 8, 2026