Other News

Nantwich school joins “Don’t Be Fooled” campaign

Nantwich school joins “Don’t Be Fooled” campaign

A Nantwich school has joined the “Don’t Be Fooled” campaign to teach SEND pupils about the dangers of becoming a “money mule”.

The campaign, highlighted during International Fraud Awareness Week (17-23 November), is a partnership between UK Finance and Cifas.

November 17, 2024
Third-placed Nantwich Town held 1-1 away at Clitheroe

Third-placed Nantwich Town held 1-1 away at Clitheroe

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town drew a game for only the second time this season with a 1-1 draw against Clitheroe at the EcoGiants Stadium.

In-form goalscorer Kai Evans missed out through suspension after accruing five yellow cards.

November 17, 2024
Plan for 20 homes near Shavington bypass set for go ahead

Plan for 20 homes near Shavington bypass set for go ahead

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A plan to build 20 homes on land close to the A500 Shavington Bypass have been recommended for approval.

The site, next to the historic Crotia Mill Farm off David Whitby Way, is part of a wider outline planning permission for a mixed use residential and commercial development, including up to 325 homes, which was approved in December 2016.

November 16, 2024
Gold medal winner Bryony back in Wrenbury for bounce-a-thon

Gold medal winner Bryony back in Wrenbury for bounce-a-thon

Golden girl Bryony Page returned to Wrenbury to help the centre who kickstarted who Olympic journey.

The gold medal winner at the 2024 Paris Olympics took part in a sponsored Bounce-a-Thon to raise vital funds for the Wingate Centre in Wrenbury.

November 16, 2024
Fire crews rescue dog  from River Weaver in Nantwich

Fire crews rescue dog from River Weaver in Nantwich

A dog had to be rescued from the River Weaver in Nantwich by fire crews in the early hours of today.

The incident happened off Shrewbridge Road in Nantwich with emergency services alerted at around 3.50am.

November 16, 2024
ACSS will be at Nantwich Words and Music

Nantwich Words and Music Festival hailed as major success

By Alex Appleby
Nantwich’s popular Words & Music Festival has been hailed as a major success by audience members and visiting artists, say the event’s organisers.

Now in its 17th year, the October event brought its customary mix of internationally known acts and emerging talent to town.

November 15, 2024
The robotic revolution across different industries

The robotic revolution across different industries

Autonomous robots are definitely revolutionising the factory floor.

The market for industrial robotics crossed the USD 26 billion mark in 2022 and will likely continue growing through 2030 and beyond.

November 15, 2024
Choose sustainable coffee bags for a greener brew

Choose sustainable coffee bags for a greener brew

In recent years, people have paid increasing attention to the consequences of their acquisitions on the environment, including items as simple as coffee.

Eco-friendly coffee bags are the latest trends for buyers since they are sustainable, providing a means for taking coffee while at the same time looking out for environmental concerns.

November 15, 2024
Top performer Tom Seals set for one-off Nantwich concert

Top performer Tom Seals set for one-off Nantwich concert

Boogie woogie, blues, swing and jazz are heading to Nantwich in the form of local musician Tom Seals.

Tom, who has performed all over the world, returns to his home town on December 7 for a one-off special concert in St Mary’s Church.

November 15, 2024
Round Table repairs crumbling Santa float in time for Nantwich tour

Round Table repairs crumbling Santa float in time for Nantwich tour

Members of Crewe & Nantwich Round Table are completing their final preparations for their annual pre-Christmas float fortnight of collections around Nantwich.

And this year has been harder work than ever – with Santa’s float needing a major facelift!

November 15, 2024
Nantwich anti-social behaviour hotspot house closed down by police

Nantwich anti-social behaviour hotspot house closed down by police

Police in Nantwich have secured a closure order following reports of drug abuse, disorder and crime at a property in the town.

The property on Davenport Avenue has been shut down by officers following the securing of a closure order under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 from Crewe Magistrates’ Court on November 14.

November 15, 2024
Parish council waits FOUR years for Cheshire East answer on footpath

Parish council waits FOUR years for Cheshire East answer on footpath

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A parish council which offered to pay for improved safety measures on a much-used cycleway and footpath says it is still waiting for a response from Cheshire East four years later.

Leighton, Minshull Vernon and Woolstanwood Parish Council says it has been trying since 2019 to get safety warning signs installed on the path.

November 14, 2024
Devoted Nantwich gran makes 1,000 gowns for babies born asleep

Devoted Nantwich gran makes 1,000 gowns for babies born asleep

A devoted gran from Nantwich who makes beautiful tiny gowns for babies born asleep has pledged to continue her work after completing her 1000th garment.

Since setting up her charity “Daisy-Mae Angel Gowns” in 2020, Mandy Joubert has brought comfort to hundreds of grieving parents across the UK.

November 14, 2024