‘Tea at the Tower’ walks in Acton to continue in 2025
The popular ‘Tea at the Tower’ guided walks from St Mary’s Church in Acton are to continue in 2025.
The first walk is on Sunday (January 5) will take participants on a leisurely four-mile route.
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CEC faces £18.3 million shortfall for current year
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is facing a funding shortfall of £18.3m for this current financial year and a further £25.3m for 2025-26.
The latest financial forecast is an improvement on previous predictions but still means the council may require use of exceptional financial support (EFS) from the government.
Nantwich Town produce comeback to beat Newcastle 2-1
Nantwich Town hit back from conceding a first minute goal to beat Newcastle Town at home.
The 2-1 win at the Swansway Stadium keeps the Dabbers in the promotion hunt in fourth place in the Northern Premier League West.
Community spirit shines at Nantwich Christmas Tractor Run
By Jonathan White
The first charity ‘Christmas Tractor Run’ in Nantwich proved a big hit.
Nearly 50 vintage and modern tractors gathered at The Royal Oak in Worleston for the start of the Run on Saturday (December 28)
Retired Nantwich firefighter awarded British Empire Medal
A retired Nantwich firefighter has been recognised for his dedicated service to the local community.
Phil Wilkinson, 70, has been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) in the 2025 New Years’ Honours List.
South Cheshire boxing club receives police funding boost
A South Cheshire boxing club has received a £10,000 donation from a police Christmas initiative.
The funding for South Cheshire Amateur Boxing Club (SCABC) in Crewe is part of Chief Constable Mark Roberts’ Christmas charity scheme.
Trampolinist Bryony Page receives MBE in New Year Honours
Nantwich Olympian Bryony Page is among a number of North West athletes who have received New Year Honours.
Former Brine Leas student Page, from Wrenbury, has been awarded an MBE for her services to Trampoline Gymnastics after winning her third Olympic medal at Paris 2024.
Work to start on new Leighton Hospital building
Groundworks will start at Leighton Hospital in January for a new modular building next to the entrance of the Outpatients Department.
The building, scheduled to arrive in early March, will house Audiology and Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) services, which are due to relocate to the new facilities in summer 2025.
Timber man from Nantwich scoops MBE in New Year’s Honours
A Well-known timber company boss from Nantwich has scooped the MBE in the New Year Honours.
Donald Richard Potter, 79, was awarded the honour for Political and Public Service.
Audlem Theatre Company celebrates 30 years with new show
Audlem Theatre Company will mark its 30-year anniversary with its new pantomime production “Aladdin and the Pirates”.
The show, to be shown at the end of January, promises an evening of adventure, laughter, and family fun.
Leighton Hospital endoscopy team earns national accreditation
The Endoscopy team at Leighton Hospital has received national accreditation.
The award comes after a review by the Joint Advisory Group on Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (JAG).
Ofsted praises Cheshire College with latest “Good” rating
Cheshire College – South & West has earned a “Good” rating from its latest Ofsted inspection.
The college, which attracts hundreds of students across Nantwich and Crewe, has also been awarded top grade of “strong contribution to skills” in its latest report.
Reaseheath students bring festive flower power to Arley Hall
Reaseheath College students in Nantwich have brought a touch of festive flower joy to Cheshire’s Arley Hall this Christmas.
The floristry students transformed the hall into a floral wonderland, showcasing their artistry as part of Arley Hall’s beloved Christmas floral festival.
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