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Boaters angry at Nantwich Marina shower facility closure

Boaters angry at Nantwich Marina shower facility closure

Canal boaters in Nantwich have hit out at a decision to remove showering facilities at Nantwich Marina.

They have lobbied Nantwich councillors in a bid to reverse the decision by the Canal and Rivers Trust (CRT).

September 25, 2024
Aerial photo Brookfield park Nantwich

Nantwich councillor’s bid for Brookfield Park funds voted down

A councillor’s bid to earmark £90,000 for improvements to Brookfield Park in Nantwich next year was voted down.

Cllr John Priest put forward a notice of motion to set aside the funds for improvements to the park’s playground.

September 25, 2024
CEC cannot balance books with £20.7m adult services overspend

CEC cannot balance books with £20.7m adult services overspend

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East would not balance its books in adult services this year even if it closed all its libraries and leisure centres and didn’t spend a penny fixing roads, a councillor said.

Cllr Andrew Kolker was speaking as the adults and health committee yesterday (Sept 23) discussed the massive financial pressures of social care on the council.

September 24, 2024
Young performers invited to Crewe Lyceum panto auditions

Young performers invited to Crewe Lyceum panto auditions

Crewe Lyceum is to stage auditions for young performers who could land a role on stage alongside pantomime stars this Christmas.

The Lyceum is preparing to bring “Beauty and the Beast” to South Cheshire this festive season.

September 24, 2024
Leighton Hospital “Healthier Futures” microsite goes live

Leighton Hospital “Healthier Futures” microsite goes live

Leighton Hospital chiefs have launched a new microsite to keep people informed on plans to develop their “health and care neighbourhood”.

The site will be the central hub for news, updates, and events about the new hospital programme.

September 24, 2024
Nantwich dad and son campaign for better Barony play area

Nantwich dad and son campaign for better Barony play area

A father and his son from Nantwich have launched a petition in a bid to improve playground facilities in the town.

Jonathan Jackson and his son Arthur say the lack and state of current facilities on Barony Park are “not safe” and are calling for action.

September 24, 2024
South Cheshire karate kids eye European Championships glory

South Cheshire karate kids eye European Championships glory

Three “Karate Kids” from a South Cheshire club are eyeing medal glory at the European Championships.

The Zenshin Ryu Club has gone from strength to strength in recent years after receiving backing from major employer Mornflake.

September 24, 2024
Fire crews tackle car fire in Calveley near Nantwich

Fire crews tackle car fire in Calveley near Nantwich

Fire crews were called to tackle a car fire on the main A51 road in Calveley near Nantwich.

The incident happened on Nantwich Road at around 6.30am yesterday (Monday September 23).

September 24, 2024
Why investing in employee safety training pays off for local companies

Why investing in employee safety training pays off for local companies

Employee safety is a priority for many companies, but some businesses may overlook the tangible benefits of structured safety training.

Investing in comprehensive employee safety programs helps avoid accidents and contributes to a more productive, engaged, and legally compliant workforce.

September 23, 2024
BMW advances in autonomous driving and performance

BMW advances in autonomous driving and performance

BMW has once again re-asserted its dominance in the world of automotive innovation, recently unveiling a suite of ground-breaking developments that signal the future of autonomous driving.

September 23, 2024
REVIEW: Legend: The Music of Bob Marley – Crewe Lyceum

REVIEW: Legend: The Music of Bob Marley – Crewe Lyceum

By Lynne Lomax
Just two songs in, Legend: The Music of Bob Marley had fans dancing in the aisles in Crewe’s atmospheric Lyceum Theatre.

In their dynamic tribute to the acknowledged master of reggae, the ‘Legend’ musicians and singers truly captured the charisma and culture of an icon gone too soon.

September 23, 2024
flooded allotments at Brookfield in February 2017

“Toxic” herbicides ruled out in tackling invasive marestail on Nantwich allotments

A bid to use a “toxic” herbicide to kill the invasive weed marestail on a Nantwich Allotment site has been thrown out by councillors.

Some tenants at Brookfield Allotments off Shrewbridge Road wanted external contractors in to use a glysophate-based weedkiller to zap the pesky plants.

September 23, 2024
Nantwich Town Women reach third round qualifying of FA Cup

Nantwich Town Women reach third round qualifying of FA Cup

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Town FC Women have reached the third qualifying round of the Women’s FA Cup after beating Mossley Hill Ladies FC 3-2 at the Swansway Stadium.

It was a tense win as Mossley Hill went 2-1 up in the second half, but a goal from a corner for Grace Duckworth equalised to make it 2-2.

September 23, 2024