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Nantwich CC 1st team clinch National Club quarter-final place

Nantwich CC 1st team clinch National Club quarter-final place

Nantwich Cricket Club kept their hopes of a third visit to Lord’s alive with a thrilling victory over Kimberley Institute.

The four-wicket win at Whitehouse Lane earned the Dabbers a quarter-final spot in the ECB National Club Championship.

July 10, 2023
Councillor tables motion to reopen Nantwich Police Station

Councillor tables motion to reopen Nantwich Police Station

A long-standing Nantwich councillor has called on Cheshire Police to re-open the town’s police station helpdesk as the local population continues to rise.

Cllr Arthur Moran has tabled a “notice of motion” which will be discussed by town councillors at their monthly meeting this week (July 13).

July 10, 2023
Tributes paid after death of former Miss Great Britain from Nantwich

Tributes paid after death of former Miss Great Britain from Nantwich

Tributes have been paid after the death of Nantwich-born Yvonne Ormes – one of the most successful beauty queens of her generation.

Yvonne, who more recently lived in Lancashire, has passed away aged 74.

July 10, 2023
Motherwell Cheshire helps women ‘dress up’ for less with Vinted venture

Motherwell Cheshire helps women ‘dress up’ for less with Vinted venture

Women and girls are stepping out in designer outfits and prom dresses costing a fraction of the original cost in a new fundraising drive by Motherwell Cheshire.

The women’s health and wellbeing charity based in Wistaston is now selling pre-loved items on the Vinted app.

July 10, 2023
Fire crews tackle large out of control bonfire in Stapeley

Fire crews tackle large out of control bonfire in Stapeley

Fire crews tackled a large out of control bonfire at a property in Stapeley, Nantwich.

The incident happened at around 3.40pm yesterday (Sunday July 9) at a property on Wybunbury Lane in Stapeley.

July 10, 2023
FEATURE: Premier League 23/24: Our predictions

FEATURE: Premier League 23/24: Our predictions

After the 2022-23 Premier League season wrapped up at the end of May, all eyes were immediately on next season’s competition.

The season will kick off on August 12 when newly promoted Burnley will host treble winners Manchester City.

July 8, 2023
Two young Wistaston tennis aces head to Wimbledon

Two young Wistaston tennis aces head to Wimbledon

By Jonathan White
Two young tennis aces from the village of Wistaston are heading to play at Wimbledon!

George Raiswell and Charlie Robinson, from Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club, won their way to perform at the hallowed All England Lawn Tennis Club after winning a regional final.

July 8, 2023
REVIEW: Nantwich Players new production “Bedroom Farce”

REVIEW: Nantwich Players new production “Bedroom Farce”

If you want to find out what goes on in other people’s bedrooms head to The Players Theatre in Nantwich to watch their new production, Bedroom Farce, writes Claire Faulkner.

Written by Alan Ayckbourn and directed by Simon Porter, this play is set in three different bedrooms and follows four married couples over the space of one night, and reveals the impact their actions have on one another.

July 8, 2023
Cheshire East Council considers closing HQ in Sandbach to save money

Cheshire East Council considers closing HQ in Sandbach to save money

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is considering plans to close its headquarters in Sandbach and operate out of its offices at Crewe and Macclesfield.

The council is also looking at proposals to move Macclesfield Library into the town hall.

July 8, 2023
Cheshire East faces potential shake up over wards and councillors

Cheshire East faces potential shake up over wards and councillors

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is facing a potential future shake-up of wards and councillors because the Local Government Boundary Commission plans to review its electoral arrangements.

The review will look at how many councillors the authority should have, how many council wards there should be, where boundaries should be, what the wards should be called, and how many councillors should represent each ward.

July 8, 2023
FEATURE: Easy home improvement projects for boosting property value

FEATURE: Easy home improvement projects for boosting property value

It’s amazing how little changes can make a big difference in our property’s perceived value.

And implementing strategic home improvements is a great way to start. It helps attract potential buyers and maximizes your return on investment.

July 8, 2023
FEATURE: Explore some modern and classic door handle designs for your home

FEATURE: Explore some modern and classic door handle designs for your home

Every small detail has meaning when it comes to your home’s interior design. The door handles you pick ⁠ are no exception.

Aptly placed, they have the power to be the ideal finishing touch for any room’s decor.

July 7, 2023
House prices in Nantwich area now average £280,000, says report

House prices in Nantwich area now average £280,000, says report

A typical home in Nantwich and surrounding villages is now worth £280,000, according to latest figures.

There are now no settlements in Nantwich where a typical home costs less than £250,000, says the report by home valuations site Varbes.

July 7, 2023