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Police probe burglary at Co-op store in Wistaston

Police probe burglary at Co-op store in Wistaston

Police are investigating a burglary at a store in Wistaston.

Offenders smashed their way in to the Co-op store on Crewe Road at around 2am yesterday (February 3).

February 4, 2025
Community workshop offers chance to join Ada design

Community workshop offers chance to join Ada design

A community workshop is taking place offering a chance to share ideas on the design of a statue commemorating Ada Nield Chew, South Cheshire unsung hero of the suffragist movement.

‘Designing Ada’ takes place from 11.30am on Friday (February 7) at the St Mary’s Caritas Centre, Delamere Street, Crewe.

February 3, 2025
Government rejects Cheshire East bid to raise council tax by 9.99%

Government rejects Cheshire East bid to raise council tax by 9.99%

Cheshire East Council’s bid to increase council tax by almost 10% have been rejected by the government, it emerged today.

The cash-strapped authority had asked the government for “exceptional financial support” and permission to increase the charge by 9.99%.

February 3, 2025
Anger grows over potholes as readers launch new group

Anger grows over potholes as readers launch new group

Fed-up residents across South Cheshire have been signing up to a new Facebook group to highlight the growing danger of potholes on the borough’s roads.

In just a few days the new Facebook group – called Cheshire East Pot Hole Surveillance – had attracted more than 700 people

February 3, 2025
Author with Parkinson’s launches new book in Nantwich

Author with Parkinson’s launches new book in Nantwich

A Cheshire author who has Parkinson’s disease has launched a new book in Nantwich based on her outdoor adventures and coping with the condition.

Lesley Howard, 64, unveiled her new book “Whispers In The Wind” at the Nantwich Bookshop.

February 3, 2025
Roadside sign on Waterlode - Thank you for supporting your local businesses and shops

Exploring resources helping small businesses succeed

Running a small business comes with unique challenges, from managing finances to establishing a strong market presence.

However, an increasing number of resources are available to help entrepreneurs navigate these hurdles and build successful, sustainable ventures.

February 3, 2025
Rock the Civic II returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

Rock the Civic II returns to Nantwich Civic Hall

Rock the Civic II is heading for Nantwich later this month.

The event will showcase two bands on February 28 – the soulful John Angus Band and the powerhouse rock group No Favors.

February 3, 2025
Audlem beaten 0-6 in Crewe Regional Division One cup

Audlem beaten 0-6 in Crewe Regional Division One cup

Audlem were hammered 0-6 by Alderman in their Crewe Regional Sunday Division One cup clash.

Andy Arrowsmith and Josh Quilty both scored braces for the away side.

February 3, 2025
REVIEW: String quartet brings 70s classics to life

REVIEW: String quartet brings 70s classics to life

Oh what a night! Indeed it was when the Egerton Strings Quartet presented their ‘Best of the 70s’ candlelight concert at St Mary’s in Nantwich, writes Jan Roberts.

The fab four, admitting they weren’t old enough to remember the decade but loved the music all the same, moved seamlessly from iconic rock ballad to soul-stirring disco anthem.

February 2, 2025
Mum of tragic Jonty Evans issues plea over 16-year-old’s death

Mum of tragic Jonty Evans issues plea over 16-year-old’s death

The heartbroken mum of tragic Nantwich teenager Jonty Evans has made an emotional appeal to find out what happened to her son.

Jonty, 16, was found dead in the River Weaver on September 1st last year, almost 48 hours after going missing.

February 2, 2025
£3 million more funds to boost Cheshire Police numbers

£3 million more funds to boost Cheshire Police numbers

Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner Dan Price has welcomed more funding for local police in the county.

The Home Office announced this week that Cheshire would receive an additional £3 million.

February 2, 2025
Nantwich Town unbeaten home run ended by Chasetown

Nantwich Town unbeaten home run ended by Chasetown

Chasetown secured three points in the race for the play-offs with a 2-0 win over Nantwich Town at the Swansway Stadium, writes Liam Price.

Dabbers captain Troy Bourne made his 300th appearance for the club in defence.

February 2, 2025
Nantwich pubs join darts champion Luke Humphries for “Cool Hand Cup”

Nantwich pubs join darts champion Luke Humphries for “Cool Hand Cup”

A number of Marston’s pubs in Nantwich and surrounding area have joined darts world number 1 Luke Humphries to stage a new “Cool Hand Cup”.

It gives one punter a chance to win £5,000 and play against 2024 world champion Humphries, who lives in Shavington.

January 31, 2025