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LETTER: Time to clampdown on pavement parking

LETTER: Time to clampdown on pavement parking

Dear Editor,
Friday 22 November marked four years since the previous government’s consultation on pavement parking in England closed.

Cars parked on, and sometimes hogging the whole pavement, will be a familiar sight to many.

November 25, 2024
RSPCA Stapeley Grange running out of space for hedgehogs

RSPCA Stapeley Grange running out of space for hedgehogs

RSPCA staff in Nantwich are experiencing their busiest hedgehog season nationwide for three years, with intake numbers already higher than the whole of 2023.

Nationally, by mid-November well over 2,000 had been taken in this year by the charity’s four wildlife centres.

November 25, 2024
Flood Warnings in place for River Weaver through Nantwich

Flood Warnings in place for River Weaver through Nantwich

Two Flood Warnings along the River Weaver in Nantwich remain in place today after Storm Bert brought heavy rain over the weekend.

The first is at Nantwich Riverside with a warning that land from Beam Bridge to the railway and properties on First Wood Street, Second Wood Street, Welsh Row, Barker Street, Holland Walk and Weaver Bank are all at risk.

November 25, 2024
Rotary Club in Nantwich donates nearly £10k to cancer charity

Rotary Club in Nantwich donates nearly £10k to cancer charity

Wych-Malbank Rotary in Nantwich has donated almost £10,000 after another successful charity auction.

The club, based at Richmond Village Nantwich, hosted its annual Big Birthday Bash on the anniversary of the club’s formation.

November 24, 2024
The Funky Choir to bring festive cheer to Acton Christmas Concert

The Funky Choir to bring festive cheer to Acton Christmas Concert

By Jonathan White
South Cheshire-based The Funky Choir will be spreading yuletide joy with a festive Christmas Concert in Acton on Saturday December 7.

The event from 7.30pm will take place at the village’s St Mary’s Church near Nantwich.

November 24, 2024
Nantwich Town notch sixth home win on bounce against Atherton

Nantwich Town notch sixth home win on bounce against Atherton

By Jack Beresford
Nantwich Town made it six league home wins in a row with a 2-0 victory over Atherton Collieries at the Swansway Stadium.

Kai Evans returned from suspension and Matty Tweedley’s cameo from the bench at Clitheroe earned him a start here.

November 24, 2024
Daring adventures for a purpose: Fundraising with a twist

Daring adventures for a purpose: Fundraising with a twist

Fundraising for charity is one of the most noble things a person can do.

When it comes to raising money for the charity of their choice, many people turn to the same time-tested methods.

November 23, 2024
Storm Bert brings flooding to parts of South Cheshire

Storm Bert brings flooding to parts of South Cheshire

Police are warning drivers in South Cheshire after heavy rain from Storm Bert combined with thawing snow and ice have brought flooding to many routes.

Some rural routes like Wrinehill Road in Wybunbury (pictured) are barely passable and police are advising drivers not to risk driving through flood waters.

November 23, 2024
Thousands enjoy spectacular Nantwich Christmas lights switch on

Thousands enjoy spectacular Nantwich Christmas lights switch on

By Jonathan White
Thousands of people packed into Nantwich town square last night to enjoy the annual ‘Nantwich Christmas Light Switch-On’.

Presenters from local community radio station The Cat compered the event, which was organised by Nantwich Town Council.

November 23, 2024
Police appeal to trace wanted man from Nantwich

Police appeal to trace wanted man from Nantwich

Police in Nantwich are renewing appeals for help in tracing Alex Fitzpatrick, who is wanted in connection to assault offences.

Fitzpatrick, 28, from Nantwich, is described as white, with blue eyes and brown hair. He is of slim build and 5ft 8ins tall.

November 23, 2024
Nantwich Christmas Tree Festival set to raise money for hospice

Nantwich Christmas Tree Festival set to raise money for hospice

By Jonathan White
The 2nd annual Christmas Tree Festival in aid of St Luke’s Hospice, takes place at St Mary’s Church  in Nantwich today through to Sunday November 24.

The opening times for viewings are Friday (10am-8pm), Saturday (9:30am-3pm) and Sunday (1-5pm). Entry fee = £3 per person (no booking required).

November 22, 2024
RSPCA appeal after dead dog’s body found on Nantwich school field

RSPCA appeal after dead dog’s body found on Nantwich school field

WARNING – Story contains details and images some may find distressing

The RSPCA has launched an appeal after a dead dog was found on the playing field of Malbank School in Nantwich.

The grim discovery of an emaciated, female mastiff was made by a local man walking along a nearby footpath.

November 22, 2024
Nantwich Singers to stage Christmas Concert on December 15

Nantwich Singers to stage Christmas Concert on December 15

The Nantwich Singers will be giving their Christmas Concert “The Ivy and the Holly?” in St Mary’s Church in Nantwich on December 15.

Starting at 3pm, the concert will help put residents in a festive mood with new twists on old favourites, carols to join in with, poetry, and some new classics.

November 22, 2024