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Why high-speed internet and 5G could transform Nantwich

Why high-speed internet and 5G could transform Nantwich

The rollout of high-speed internet projects such as 5G and innovations like Musk’s Starlink are still in their infancy in many ways.

However, they promise transformative impacts on remote and rural areas like Nantwich, and for all sorts of reasons.

December 2, 2023
The future of trading: Meet Tradu’s innovative new platform

The future of trading: Meet Tradu’s innovative new platform

The financial services industry, just like all financial markets, is always shifting.

Digital platforms are improving access around the world, putting power in the hands of everyday investors – and Tradu’s new offering continues that trend.

December 2, 2023
CEC pays for 3,000 mobile phones with 500 unused, says councillor

CEC pays for 3,000 mobile phones with 500 unused, says councillor

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council has been paying for 3,000 mobile phones for its staff but 500 of those have not been used for several months, a councillor said.

Cllr James Pearson, of Wrenbury Ward, also said the council had now put a phone “amnesty box” inside a staff entrance at Westfields.

December 1, 2023
Webb House Furnishers to open second store on Pepper Street on December 9

Webb House Furnishers to open second store on Pepper Street on December 9

Nantwich retailer Webb House Furnishers are to open their second store in the town on December 9.

Boss Neil Webb is planning a grand re-opening of the building on the corner of Pepper Street.

December 1, 2023
Cheshire East Council to close its Westfields headquarters

Cheshire East Council to close its Westfields headquarters

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is to press ahead with plans to close its Westfields headquarters at Sandbach.

The corporate policy committee voted unanimously yesterday (November 30) to close the building to save money.

December 1, 2023
All aboard the Nantwich Santa express train rides

All aboard the Nantwich Santa express train rides

By Jonathan White
Youngsters are in for a treat on Santa steam train rides which are taking place every Saturday in December at Nantwich Methodist Church.

The train rides take place on the outdoor miniature-gauge 7 1/4″ track adjacent to the church on Hospital Street between 10am-12pm.

November 30, 2023
Nantwich Mayor opens newly refurbished Snowhill toilets

Nantwich Mayor opens newly refurbished Snowhill toilets

The Mayor of Nantwich has officially opened the newly refurnished Snowhill toilets in the town centre.

The opening comes two years after consultation results showed residents wanted the toilets back open after years of being closed.

November 30, 2023
Unleashing financial potential with credit passport: A paradigm shift

Unleashing financial potential with credit passport: A paradigm shift

In the ever-evolving landscape of finance, information is power, and precision is paramount.

Enter Credit Passport by CRIF, a transformative solution that is reshaping the way businesses access financial data and make informed decisions.

November 30, 2023
Cheshire East appoints Rob Polkinghorne as new permanent chief executive

Cheshire East appoints Rob Polkinghorne as new permanent chief executive

Cheshire East Council is set to appoint Rob Polkinghorne as its new permanent chief executive, the authority has announced today.

The council’s appointments committee is due to recommend Mr Polkinghorne as the preferred candidate in a report to full council.

November 30, 2023
Former Reaseheath students honoured at inaugural awards

Former Reaseheath students honoured at inaugural awards

Six talented former Reaseheath College students were rewarded at the inaugural Land-based & Environment Learner Awards, hosted by the Nantwich college.

The ceremony was attended by Minster of State for Food, Farming and Fisheries, Mark Spencer MP, celebrity farmer Adam Henson and more than 200 guests from England and Northern Ireland.

November 29, 2023
Snow frills success for Nantwich Seals swimmers

Snow frills success for Nantwich Seals swimmers

Nantwich Seals swimmers made a big splash at the Snow Frills event in Sheffield where 13 club members competed in the long course meet at Ponds Forge.

And they returned a “spectacular” array of honours, with 55 personal bests and more than a dozen medals.

November 29, 2023
Holiday lodges plan near Nantwich approved despite objections

Holiday lodges plan near Nantwich approved despite objections

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East has given the go-ahead for holiday lodges in open countryside near Nantwich despite one resident arguing if this site is appropriate then any rural location will be acceptable.

The five lodges will be sited on land at Fletchers Pool off Bridgemere Lane at Hunsterson.

November 29, 2023
Second-half - A-Jay Leitch-Smith on the ball

Nantwich Town cruise to important 4-1 away win at Witton Albion

Nantwich Town made it four unbeaten in all competitions with a 4-1 win away at Witton Albion on Tuesday night.

Connor Rankin curled wide after just two minutes, his pressing and physicality working well but not so well when he picked up a booking after just 15 minutes.

November 29, 2023