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Calveley Primary Academy near Nantwich earns Eco award

Calveley Primary Academy near Nantwich earns Eco award

Calveley Primary Academy near Nantwich has been recognised for cutting-edge work to preserve the school’s natural environment.

The school, which includes a nursery, is among the first in the UK to begin installing ground source (borehole) heating with a £1.8m grant as part of a Government pilot scheme.

September 21, 2023
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Nantwich Words and Music Festival returns in October

October sees the return of Nantwich’s popular Words and Music Festival, with massive names like Ocean Colour Scene, Rumer and PP Arnold performing live.

The event, which runs from October 9-15 inclusive, has been bringing household names from music and poetry to the town since 2008

September 21, 2023
Police appeal for information after schoolgirl, 13, sexually assaulted

Police appeal for information after schoolgirl, 13, sexually assaulted

A 13-year-old girl was sexually assaulted as she walked in an alleyway in Crewe, police say.

Detectives are investigating and calling for anyone with information to get in touch after the incident on Underwood Lane.

September 21, 2023
Crewe & Nantwich 1sts earn bonus point win over Vale of Lune

Crewe & Nantwich 1sts earn bonus point win over Vale of Lune

Crewe and Nantwich 1sts earned a fine bonus point 27-17 win over Vale Of Lune in front of big crowd at the Vagrants.

The hosts handed first team debuts to Luke Thomas and Sam Dennison with plenty of regular faces missing and squad rotation needed.

September 20, 2023
Local beer festival cancels final day – after customers drink venue dry!

Local beer festival cancels final day – after customers drink venue dry!

A popular South Cheshire beer and cider festival was so overwhelmed with visitors it had to cancel the last day – after customers drank the venue dry!

More than 700 people enjoyed the 10th Crewe Rail Ale Festival at Crewe Heritage Centre on Vernon Way.

September 20, 2023
FEATURE: How schools support children during divorce in the UK

FEATURE: How schools support children during divorce in the UK

Divorce can be difficult for children to cope with.

In the UK, it’s important to understand how the education system supports children during this time.

September 19, 2023
Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club hosts successful finals day

Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club hosts successful finals day

By Jonathan White
The annual Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club (WJTC) Finals Day was held on two courts behind Wistaston Memorial Hall & Community Centre.

Bill Heath (WJTC Chairman) compered the event and presented the trophies.

September 19, 2023
Secure a stall at St Luke’s Hospice Christmas Fair

Secure a stall at St Luke’s Hospice Christmas Fair

Small businesses and craft stalls in South Cheshire are being urged to secure a place at the St Luke’s Hospice Christmas Fair.

Bookings are now open for the fair which will take place on Saturday November 18 at the Winsford Academy, between 10am and 2pm.

September 19, 2023
REVIEW: “By the Waters of Liverpool” at Crewe Lyceum

REVIEW: “By the Waters of Liverpool” at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
Adapted by Rob Fennah from Helen Forrester’s book, By The Waters of Liverpool is a wonderful historical drama showing at The Lyceum this week.

Europe is on the brink of war and we find that the Forresters, after losing everything in the Depression, have moved to Liverpool to rebuild their lives.

September 19, 2023
Shops and businesses awarded at Nantwich Food Festival

Shops and businesses awarded at Nantwich Food Festival

Shops and stalls that went the extra mile during Nantwich Food festival have been rewarded.

Many town centre businesses entered the ‘Best Window Display’ competition during the three-day event earlier this month.

September 19, 2023
Innovative features and add-ons: How to elevate your gazebo experience

Innovative features and add-ons: How to elevate your gazebo experience

The traditional gazebo, a staple of gardens and outdoor events, has undergone significant transformation in recent years.

With technology advancing at an unprecedented pace, manufacturers have not shied away from infusing gazebos with innovative features.

September 18, 2023
Two Boughey colleagues mark 40 years of service

Two Boughey colleagues mark 40 years of service

A presentation has taken place at Boughey Distribution in Nantwich to honour two colleagues who have collectively served for 89 years.

Graham Harvey and Brian Glover were awarded loyal service badges for serving for 46 years and 43 years respectively.

September 18, 2023
England rugby star Anthony Watson brings campaign to Nantwich

England rugby star Anthony Watson brings campaign to Nantwich

England rugby star Anthony Watson dropped in on Crewe and Nantwich RUFC as part of the “Duty of Care” campaign.

Watson, ruled out of the current World Cup due to injury, visited the Vagrants in Willaston for a session on the importance of supporting coaches to deliver the best sporting environments.

September 18, 2023