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Nantwich Youth and Community Centre forges new partnership with police

Nantwich Youth and Community Centre forges new partnership with police

A new partnership between Nantwich Youth and Community Centre and local police officers aims to build trust between young people and law enforcement, organisers say.

It’s hoped the partnership will provide youngsters with a chance to engage with police in a “positive and constructive manner” and break down barriers.

March 19, 2025
Great activities to do online with friends

Great activities to do online with friends

In previous years, if you wanted to hang out with friends you would have to agree on a time and place that suited everyone, work out travel plans and then meet in person.

However, with the introduction of the internet, friends are now able to meet up virtually freeing up both time and money.

March 18, 2025
Network Rail “looking at options” to improve level crossing in Nantwich

Network Rail “looking at options” to improve level crossing in Nantwich

Rail bosses say they are considering options to improve the troublesome Newcastle Road level crossing in Nantwich.

There have already been a number of incidents at the crossing in 2025.

March 18, 2025
Up to 220 homes planned for land off Crewe Road in Wistaston

Up to 220 homes planned for land off Crewe Road in Wistaston

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Redrow Homes is eyeing plans to build 220 houses on a 12.6 hectare site off Crewe Road in Wistaston.

The current site comprises open fields and grassland.

March 18, 2025
Nantwich Players Youth Theatre presents “Our Town”

Nantwich Players Youth Theatre presents “Our Town”

Nantwich Players Youth Theatre are to present Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town”.

Set in the small town of Grover’s Corners, the production follows the lives of its residents as they navigate love, family, work, and loss.

March 18, 2025
Hundreds of runners shine in the Nantwich 10K event

Hundreds of runners shine in the Nantwich 10K event

By Jonathan White
More than 1,700 runners took to the streets for the annual Nantwich 10K race.

Participants enjoyed a scenic route in glorious Spring sunshine.

March 18, 2025
Cheshire East splash out £22,000 on dishwashers for headquarters

Cheshire East splash out £22,000 on dishwashers for headquarters

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cash-strapped Cheshire East Council has splashed out more than £22,000 on dishwashers for staff at its Crewe headquarters.

The money was spent as part of the refurbishment of Delamere House when the council closed its Westfields HQ at Sandbach and transferred staff across.

March 18, 2025
New pedestrian crossing works to close road in Nantwich

New pedestrian crossing works to close road in Nantwich

A busy Nantwich road will be closed for up to five days next week to allow for an upgrade to a pedestrian crossing.

Motorists are being warned of the closure of Waterlode during the day between March 24 and 28.

March 17, 2025
Nantwich business event aims to boost connections and culture

Nantwich business event aims to boost connections and culture

A Nantwich event in April aims to help the town’s business boost their connections and workplace cultures.

The “Transform Workplace Culture & Communication” is a half-day event being held at Nantwich Town FC on April 2.

March 17, 2025
Prolific sex offender from Audlem guilty of sex offences on young boys

Prolific sex offender from Audlem guilty of sex offences on young boys

A prolific sex offender who stole an innocent man’s identity and spent almost three decades on the run has been found guilty of numerous sexual offences against young boys.

Richard Burrows was found guilty at Chester Crown Court today of 54 offences including indecent assault of boys, buggery, attempted buggery and indecency with a child.

March 17, 2025
Nantwich Pirates win through to Presidents Cup semi-final

Nantwich Pirates win through to Presidents Cup semi-final

Nantwich Pirates beat NHB 3-0 in the Presidents Cup quarter-final on the Barony Park Sports Complex.

Two goals from Nathan Cotterell and a goal from Liam Whittaker were enough for victory.

March 16, 2025
Stalybridge Celtic beat Nantwich Town 4-2 at Bower Fold

Stalybridge Celtic beat Nantwich Town 4-2 at Bower Fold

Nantwich Town were well beaten 4-2 away at Stalybridge Celtic as their play-off hopes were damaged once more.

Joe Robbins and Kofi Moore started for the Dabbers after good performances off the bench in the win at Wythenshawe Town last weekend.

March 16, 2025
Probe underway after fire crews battle house blaze in Tarporley

Probe underway after fire crews battle house blaze in Tarporley

Several fire crews battled a blaze at a house in Tarporley last night (March 15)

The fire started at a house on Sandstone Lane at around 10pm.

March 16, 2025