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Wrenbury Model Railway Club marks 11th birthday

Wrenbury Model Railway Club marks 11th birthday

Wrenbury & District Model Railway club members have celebrated the club’s 11th birthday.

The club’s 25 members, who are busy modelling four gauges of layout, recently entertained 27 children from the village school.

February 22, 2025
Nantwich dog groomer scoops national honour

Nantwich dog groomer scoops national honour

A Nantwich dog groomer has been named as runner up in a national awards.

Vanessa Barber, of Va Va Groom, came second in the iAwards “Dog Groomer of the Year” held at Cheshire Outdoors.

February 22, 2025
Brookfield Allotments in Nantwich

Plans to tackle horsetail at Nantwich allotments delayed

Plans to tackle the spread of horsetail on a Nantwich allotment site have been delayed once again after town councillors could not agree.

The town council had proposed a way forward which would have cost more than £12,700.

February 22, 2025
Retired school nurse returns to class for Schoolreaders charity

Retired school nurse returns to class for Schoolreaders charity

A retired school nurse from Nantwich is proving just the tonic for children needing a little extra help with their reading.

Mother-of-three Patricia Pickles is a volunteer with Schoolreaders, a charity that recruits people to visit a local primary school each week to listen to children read to improve their reading and comprehension skills.

February 21, 2025
Cheshire East Council - Delamere House, Crewe 1 (Google)

CEC to receive £25.3m “exceptional financial” help from Government

The government has confirmed Cheshire East Council will receive exceptional financial support of £25.3m, meaning it can set a balanced budget for the next financial year, writes Belinda Ryan.

The cash-strapped council was informed yesterday (Thursday) it had been granted the extra support.

February 21, 2025
Nantwich man fights for life after attack on Spanish island

Nantwich man fights for life after attack on Spanish island

EXCLUSIVE
A Nantwich man is fighting for his life in a Spanish hospital after being attacked while on holiday with his partner.

Marshall Latham, of Highfield Drive, suffered catastrophic brain injuries and is critically ill in hospital after the assault in Caleta, on the island of Fuerteventura.

February 21, 2025
Future stars hailed at Reaseheath College apprenticeship awards

Future stars hailed at Reaseheath College apprenticeship awards

Future land-based professionals were in the spotlight at the Reaseheath Apprenticeship Awards 2025.

The Nantwich college celebrated the achievements of apprentices and employers shaping their success across the UK.

February 21, 2025
‘Subliminal Homecoming’ exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

‘Subliminal Homecoming’ exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

A new exhibition called ‘Subliminal Homecoming’ by local artist Marko Alabaster has opened in the Community Gallery at Nantwich Museum.

The exhibition of paintings reflects on travels throughout the world and the importance of coming home

February 20, 2025
Cheshire East’s new £11 million car park makes just £110 a day

Cheshire East’s new £11 million car park makes just £110 a day

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cash-strapped Cheshire East Council’s new £11 million multi-storey car park has cost the authority approximately £87,000 to operate – and brought in just £17,244 in parking income in its first six months.

In October, it was revealed the 395-space car park was bringing in just £75 a day in terms of income for the council.

February 20, 2025
Police renew appeal after death of couple in A500 collision

Police renew appeal after death of couple in A500 collision

Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage following a fatal collision on the A500 near Shavington which killed a couple.

The incident happened on the single carriageway stretch between Meremoor Moss roundabout and junction 16 of the M6 at 6.30pm on Saturday 15 February.

February 20, 2025
Part of former Barony Hospital in Nantwich be turned into flats

Part of former Barony Hospital in Nantwich be turned into flats

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A former workhouse building which later became part of the Barony Hospital in Nantwich looks set to be converted into flats.

Greenhouse Property Management wants to convert Bevan House, the three-storey listed former workhouse building, into 27 apartments.

February 19, 2025
Boost your home’s exterior with these must-try improvements

Boost your home’s exterior with these must-try improvements

There are several reasons why you may be feeling a bit unsure about the exterior of your home.

Sometimes, if you have lived in a property for a long time, a change is needed to make you fall in love with it again.

February 18, 2025
How to choose right partner for your digital growth

How to choose right partner for your digital growth

In 2025, partnering with the right company can significantly impact your ability to grow online.

Whether you’re looking to improve your website, enhance your online marketing strategy, or explore new digital tools, finding the right partner is key to your success.

February 18, 2025