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Former Crime Commissioner launches memoir in Nantwich

Former Crime Commissioner launches memoir in Nantwich

Former Police Crime Commissioner for Cheshire John Dwyer has released his memoirs “Plodding to the Top” at Nantwich Bookshop.

The book chronicles his journey from Police Constable to Police and Crime Commissioner.

February 10, 2025
Nantwich Town Council could pay for “hotspot” policing

Nantwich Town Council could pay for “hotspot” policing

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Town and parish councils like Nantwich will soon be able to pay for extra policing under the commissioner’s ‘hotspot policing programme’.

Cheshire Police and Crime commissioner Dan Price told a police and crime panel he wanted to “support local communities through the ability to purchase additional visible hot spot policing”.

February 10, 2025
The hidden costs of neglecting your sash wooden windows

The hidden costs of neglecting your sash wooden windows

Sash wooden windows are more than just a functional part of your home – they’re a piece of history and a defining feature of traditional architecture.

However, without regular care, these windows can become a source of frustration, driving up energy bills and diminishing your property’s charm.

February 9, 2025
Crewe Regional Sunday cup and league round-up

Crewe Regional Sunday cup and league round-up

Sandbach Utd and Winsford Over 3 scored seven goals between them in the Crewe DFA Sunday Challenge Cup.

But it was the away side who came out on top 3-4 winners.

February 9, 2025
Nantwich Town fall to 2-1 defeat away at Stafford Rangers

Nantwich Town fall to 2-1 defeat away at Stafford Rangers

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town fell to a 2-1 defeat away Stafford Rangers as the hosts won their first home game under returning manager Neil Kitching.

Kai Evans was suspended but Paddy Kennedy was back from injury for Nantwich and Byron Harrison also came back into the starting XI.

February 9, 2025
Crown Hotel in Nantwich to host wedding, event & party showcase

Crown Hotel in Nantwich to host wedding, event & party showcase

The Crown Hotel in Nantwich is to stage a wedding, event & party showcase day in March.

The historic venue will host the event on Sunday March 2, from 12pm to 3pm.

February 9, 2025
CEC leader’s vow over devolution mayor scrutiny

CEC leader’s vow over devolution mayor scrutiny

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter.
The leader of Cheshire East Council has insisted as long as he runs the council the process around devolution will be transparent, adding he has already asked questions about scrutiny of an elected mayor.

The government announced this week that the Cheshire and Warrington region had been confirmed as part of its devolution priority programme.

February 9, 2025
Nantwich cricketer represents his country in Over 50s World Cup

Nantwich cricketer represents his country in Over 50s World Cup

A Nantwich cricketer and coach is living the dream – playing for his country in the Over 50s World Cup!

Most people will know Richard Jarvis as the dedicated coach of junior cricket teams at Crewe Vagrants in Willaston.

February 8, 2025
Bankruptcy warning from Cheshire East Council finance boss

Bankruptcy warning from Cheshire East Council finance boss

Cheshire East Council will be effectively bankrupt if the government doesn’t approve the use of exceptional financial support by the end of this financial year, the council’s head of finance said.

The council applied for £17.6m of EFS last February because of the projected overspend this financial year.

February 8, 2025
Padel Courts set for Barony Sports complex in Nantwich

Padel Courts set for Barony Sports complex in Nantwich

An Everybody Leisure boss says plans for new padel courts in Nantwich will give more residents a chance to play the popular sport.

Everybody Health & Leisure has submitted plans to create the new courts on a disused hardstanding pitch at the Barony Sports Complex in the town.

February 8, 2025
Nantwich Museum welcomes Mornflake 350th anniversary donation

Nantwich Museum welcomes Mornflake 350th anniversary donation

Nantwich Museum has received a cash boost from major South Cheshire employer Mornflake who are celebrating a milestone 350th anniversary.

The Pillory Street museum has welcomed a £350 donation from the breakfast company which has pledged to give back to the community and support specially selected charities throughout 2025.

February 7, 2025
Residents to pay more in 2025-26 for policing in Cheshire

Residents to pay more in 2025-26 for policing in Cheshire

Residents across South Cheshire are set to pay on average £14 more for policing after a planned increase in the force’s council tax precept was approved.

Dan Price, Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner’s (PCC), proposed the precept which was given the go ahead by the Cheshire Police and Crime Panel.

February 7, 2025
Need Golf Centre in Nantwich shortlisted for national honour

Need Golf Centre in Nantwich shortlisted for national honour

The Need Golf Centre in Nantwich has been shortlisted in the “Facility of the year” category of England Golf awards.

The centre, off Main Road between Reaseheath and Worleston, is one of just three golf facilities in the country to be shortlisted.

February 6, 2025