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Spencer’s seven-wicket haul not enough as Nantwich CC lose again

Spencer’s seven-wicket haul not enough as Nantwich CC lose again

Mitchell Spencer took a magnificent seven wickets at Alderley Edge but that was still not enough to prevent Nantwich Cricket Club’s first team sliding to a fourth consecutive league defeat.

Spencer claimed figures of 7-75 after the home side were put into bat by Dabbers skipper Ray Doyle and compiled a total of 259-8 from 55 overs.

August 21, 2023
LETTER: More broken promises by Cheshire East Council

LETTER: More broken promises by Cheshire East Council

Dear Editor,
In 2018 Crewe residents were promised a £48m Royal Arcade masterplan, a new cinema, gym, restaurants, shops, a 450 space multi storey car park and a new bus station, off Victoria Street and Queensway, by Christmas 2020.

We are now in 2023 and what have we got?

August 20, 2023
Dan Mellor

Nantwich Town Ladies boss reflects on first year in charge

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Town ladies boss Dan Mellor has marked his first 12 months in charge.

Mellor led the team to its best ever league finish last season.

August 20, 2023
Long-distance sponsored walk for Nantwich disability football club

Long-distance sponsored walk for Nantwich disability football club

By Jonathan White
Players, coaches and volunteers of Nantwich Town Disability Football are going on a sponsored 44-mile walk to raise money for their club.

Their walk on September 9 will take them from Nantwich to Wrexham AFC, the oldest football club in Wales, then back to Nantwich.

August 19, 2023
FEATURE: Use these tips to beat insomnia for good

FEATURE: Use these tips to beat insomnia for good

Getting a restful night of sleep is pivotal for good health. Without it, you become irritable, fatigued, and may find it difficult to concentrate.

The symptoms are even worse over a long period – if you regularly don’t get enough sleep, you are at a greater risk for diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure.

August 19, 2023
New Leighton Hospital could be built in 4 years, says Minister

New Leighton Hospital could be built in 4 years, says Minister

A new Leighton Hospital could be built within four years, according to a Government health minister.

Lord Nick Markham made the comment when talking to Weaver Vale Labour MP Mike Amesbury.

August 19, 2023
Kennedy’s diner opens new outlet in Crewe Market Hall

Kennedy’s diner opens new outlet in Crewe Market Hall

The owners of Kennedy’s American diner in Nantwich have opened a new outlet in Crewe Market Hall.

Kennedy’s Crewe will offer visitors home-cooked US-themed food including bagels, hot ciabattas, small plates, chicken wings, deserts, home-made milkshakes and American-style canned drinks.

August 19, 2023
Nantwich indie band Unit 17 releases debut single

Nantwich indie band Unit 17 releases debut single

Nantwich Indie Rock band Unit 17 have released their debut single “Ash” this week.

And the song has already had interest from BBC Introducing.

August 19, 2023
Alex Waller

Cheshire Fire Service praised in latest inspectors report

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service has been praised for its “positive working culture” by independent inspectors.

But the report has also highlighted some areas for improvement.

August 19, 2023
Students at Malbank and Brine Leas celebrate A Level results

Students at Malbank and Brine Leas celebrate A Level results

Students at Malbank Sixth Form and Brine Leas in Nantwich are celebrating today after a strong set of A Level results.

Malbank headteacher John Harrison described their results as “incredibly impressive” while Brine Leas head David Cole said they had achieved a “superb set of results”.

August 17, 2023
Wistaston tennis aces win national competition at Wimbledon

Wistaston tennis aces win national competition at Wimbledon

By Jonathan White
Two tennis aces from Wistaston have triumphed at a competition at Wimbledon.

George Raiswell, 22, and Charlie Robinson, 31, from Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club, have won their Men’s Doubles Finals competition at Wimbledon

August 17, 2023
Cheshire College students celebrate record-breaking A Level results

Cheshire College students celebrate record-breaking A Level results

Students at Cheshire College – South & West celebrated their most successful results day with 1,000 students earning record breaking results.

More than 100 students achieved the highest possible A Level grades of A*A*A* or the equivalent in their chosen subject.

August 17, 2023
Crime gang jailed for supplying class A drugs across Crewe

Crime gang jailed for supplying class A drugs across Crewe

An Organised Crime Group who supplied crack cocaine and heroin worth more than £114,000 in Crewe have been jailed for a combined total of more than 30 years.

Five members of the county lines supply network were sentenced at Chester Crown Court.

August 16, 2023