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No date for funeral of “Flash” Meakin due to hospital delays

No date for funeral of “Flash” Meakin due to hospital delays

Funeral directors said “significant delays” at hospital and the coroner’s office in Cheshire mean they have been unable to set a funeral date for Michael “Flash” Meakin.

Recycling legend “Flash” died nearly two weeks, sparking thousands of tributes for a man well known over the past 50 years for collecting cans and metal in his handcart.

April 29, 2023
Nantwich law student nominated for national honour

Nantwich law student nominated for national honour

A University of Chester Law student from Nantwich is among nominees for prestigious national awards at the House of Commons.

Bradley Bennett is among the finalists in the 2023 LawWorks and Attorney General’s Student Pro Bono Awards, which recognise those who share their time, skills and dedication to help others.

April 28, 2023
Thieves swipe chandelier from Nantwich charity shop

Thieves swipe chandelier from Nantwich charity shop

Thieves have swiped a large crystal chandelier from a charity shop in Nantwich.

The incident happened at the Age UK shop on Swine Market yesterday afternoon (April 27).

April 28, 2023
Nantwich marathon runner raises thousands for charity

Nantwich marathon runner raises thousands for charity

By Jonathan White
Nantwich man Tim Bowker put his best foot forward to help raise almost £4,000 by completing the London Marathon.

Tim, aged 54, has raised the money for Bowel Cancer UK, the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity, after completing the gruelling 26-mile race last Sunday (April 23).

April 28, 2023
CCTV appeal by police over Nantwich attack

CCTV appeal by police over Nantwich attack

Detectives investigating a serious assault in Nantwich have released an image of a man they are looking to speak to.

Officers on patrol in Nantwich were made aware that a man had been assaulted near a nightclub on Welsh Row.

April 28, 2023
FEATURE: Job opportunities in the diverse world of acting

FEATURE: Job opportunities in the diverse world of acting

Popular film and television performers are some of the most recognizable faces on the planet, and their roles have the potential to be the most lucrative in the industry.

However, acting is not the only rewarding profession in the entertainment industry.

April 27, 2023
FEATURE: Benefits of cross-promoting your Instagram content to get more likes and views

FEATURE: Benefits of cross-promoting your Instagram content to get more likes and views

In today’s digital age, social media has become an essential tool for businesses and individuals to reach a wider audience.

Instagram, in particular, has become one of the most popular social media platforms, with over one billion active users every month.

April 27, 2023
South Cheshire women join forces to drive health and wellbeing campaign

South Cheshire women join forces to drive health and wellbeing campaign

A campaign group dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of local women met at Crewe Hall to reaffirm its aims and drive forward change.

Cheshire Women’s Collaboration (CWC) drew leading influencers including businesswomen, health professionals, university academics and charity organisations to its annual conference.

April 27, 2023
Leighton Hospital bosses submit plans to extend urology ward

Leighton Hospital bosses submit plans to extend urology ward

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Plans have been submitted to extend the existing urology ward at Leighton Hospital in Crewe.

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has applied to Cheshire East for permission for a two-storey modular build extension and associated relocated car park access.

April 27, 2023
FEATURE: Buying apartments in Turkey: Tips and tricks for homebuyers

FEATURE: Buying apartments in Turkey: Tips and tricks for homebuyers

Many people are buying apartments in Turkey by the sea in 2023; a trend that began in the latter part of 2022 has made its way into the Turkey real estate market and appears to be staying for longer than bargained.

You are not a realtor or an expert in property purchasing; indeed, you may be prepping to buy your first property in the country and looking for ways to do it right.

April 26, 2023
Cheshire East residents reminded over ID on May 4 election day

Cheshire East residents reminded over ID on May 4 election day

Cheshire East residents are being urged to remember their ID when they vote at polling stations on Thursday May 4.

Voters will need to show photo ID at polling stations before they can receive their ballot paper.

April 26, 2023
Nantwich Town Ladies FC progress praised by club chairman

Nantwich Town Ladies FC progress praised by club chairman

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Town Ladies have been showered with praise by the club chairman for another successful season as the women’s section continues to thrive.

The Ladies completed their season in the Premier Division of the Cheshire Women’s & Youth Football League with another victory.

April 26, 2023
Wistaston marathon man raises thousands for cancer charity

Wistaston marathon man raises thousands for cancer charity

A Wistaston man has raised more than £6,200 for Macmillan Cancer after completing the London Marathon.

Rob Keithley, aged 58, completed the gruelling course in five hours and 40 minutes on Sunday (April 23).

April 26, 2023