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Cheshire East councillor dismisses Stapeley gypsy site rumours

Cheshire East councillor dismisses Stapeley gypsy site rumours

A councillor has dismissed rumours that a proposed gypsy site in the Stapeley area of Nantwich is back on the cards. Cllr Peter Groves (pictured) spoke out about the site off Broad Lane which was originally considered by Cheshire East Council among 11 possible locations.

January 6, 2012
Nantwich Museum to host series of events in coming months

Nantwich Museum to host series of events in coming months

Nantwich Museum is to host a varied programme of exhibitions in 2012. And it kicks off on January 14 in the Millennium Gallery with the art of Nantwich Camera Club featured in an exhibition.

January 6, 2012
Dancebasics and hospice launch “Strictly Learn to Dance” contest

Dancebasics and hospice launch “Strictly Learn to Dance” contest

Budding dancers in Nantwich could soon be cutting a rug in Cheshire’s very own Strictly Come Dancing competition. Nantwich-based Dancebasics Dance School has teamed up with St Luke’s Cheshire Hospice to find ballroom stars in the area.

January 6, 2012
Nantwich Town striker Ben Mills in talks with Macclesfield Town

Nantwich Town striker Ben Mills in talks with Macclesfield Town

Nantwich Town’s prolific striker Ben Mills could be about to leave the club for League Two Macclesfield Town, it emerged tonight. The Dabbers received a formal offer for Mills from Macclesfield over the New Year period.

January 5, 2012
New clerk appointed by Nantwich Town Council

New clerk appointed by Nantwich Town Council

Nantwich Town Council has appointed a new town clerk to take the council forward into 2012. Former clerk Riddell Graham has been replaced by Ian Hope (pictured), a former planning officer.

January 5, 2012
Crown Hotel in Nantwich to host three special events

Crown Hotel in Nantwich to host three special events

The Crown Hotel in Nantwich is laying on three nights of entertainment to help punters banish the winter blues. Former Crewe Alex and Middlesborough football star Craig Hignett will be in town on Thursday January 26.

January 5, 2012
Tree blocks A530 at Nantwich as high winds cause road chaos

Tree blocks A530 at Nantwich as high winds cause road chaos

High winds are affecting road users across South Cheshire, with fallen trees and debris causing chaos. The main A530 Shrewbridge Road has been closed off both ways due to a fallen tree at Coole Lane, just south of Nantwich.

January 5, 2012
Nantwich Town Council tax to rise £67 to fund venue takeovers

Nantwich Town Council tax to rise £67 to fund venue takeovers

Nantwich residents could pay an extra £67 a year each for their town council to takeover the Civic Hall and other venues. Nantwich Town Council says a rise in its council tax precept is needed to run the Civic Hall, indoor market, public loos and allotments from April.

January 4, 2012
Armed gang steal cash in Shavington off licence raid

Armed gang steal cash in Shavington off licence raid

An armed gang burst into a Shavington off licence and threatened staff before escaping with cash. The robbery happened as staff were locking up at Bargain Booze, on Main Road, Shavington.

January 4, 2012
Nantwich property firm unveils Regents College plans

Nantwich property firm unveils Regents College plans

A Nantwich property firm has unveiled ambitious plans to redevelop the Regents College site off London Road. Wes Heraty is working closely with site owners Elim Church to breathe new life into the former theological college.

January 4, 2012
Nantwich respite centre on Queens Drive under threat

Nantwich respite centre on Queens Drive under threat

A Nantwich respite centre providing adult care could still be closed by Cheshire East Council. This is despite people calling for continued respite or short break provision in Crewe and Nantwich under a three-month consultation.

January 4, 2012
Rescued falcon nursed to health by Stapeley Grange in Nantwich

Rescued falcon nursed to health by Stapeley Grange in Nantwich

A bird of prey rescued by a sharp-eyed traffic warden has been released back into the wild by staff at Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre in Nantwich. Lee Gallagher was patrolling his patch on Merseyside when he spotted the distressed peregrine falcon.

January 3, 2012
Robot to recycle Christmas cards on Nantwich town square

Robot to recycle Christmas cards on Nantwich town square

A robot will be in Nantwich town square this weekend to recycle thousands of old Christmas cards. The card-chomping robot (pictured) was made by young designers during a workshop at Nantwich Museum.

January 3, 2012