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Salon celebrates its Nantwich roots with ‘Community Heroes’ campaign

Salon celebrates its Nantwich roots with ‘Community Heroes’ campaign

A Nantwich hairdressing salon is launching a campaign to reward kind-hearted people in the town as it marks a milestone anniversary.

Hospital Street landmark Steven Burgin Hairdressing has unveiled its ‘Community Heroes’ award scheme recognising local people who go the extra mile to support the community.

January 10, 2025
Motorists warned of delays with works at busy Nantwich junction

Motorists warned of delays with works at busy Nantwich junction

Drivers are being warned of major delays as a five-week programme of roadworks is set to hit one of Nantwich’s busiest junctions.

The works will take place at the junction of Newcastle Road and Elwood Way between January 20 and February 24.

January 10, 2025
Nantwich Town Council backs memorial bench for tragic Jonty

Nantwich Town Council backs memorial bench for tragic Jonty

Town councillors have backed plans to place a memorial bench on Mill Island in memory of tragic Nantwich teenager Jonty Evans.

The idea was put forward by Cllr Kim Jamson who said she had discussed the project with the 16-year-old’s family.

January 10, 2025
Connor Naismith

OPINION: We must act now on grooming gangs, says Crewe and Nantwich MP

“This week has seen much debate about the grooming gangs scandal, where young girls, have been systematically exploited and sexually abused in towns across England.”

January 10, 2025
“Vision for Nantwich” project ditched in favour of new car park

“Vision for Nantwich” project ditched in favour of new car park

Ambitious plans to turn a derelict piece of land next to River Weaver into a hotel, restaurants and apartments have been ditched in favour of a new car park.

Investors behind the “Vision for Nantwich” project had targeted the former derelict land off St Anne’s Lane for the initial scheme.

January 10, 2025
Councillors approve £17.6 million Govt funding for cash-strapped Cheshire East

Councillors approve £17.6 million Govt funding for cash-strapped Cheshire East

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East councillors have approved the use of the £17.6m Exceptional Financial Support from the Government – despite one fearing it may impoverish future generations with loans that won’t solve the situation.

January 9, 2025
Nantwich will pay annual tribute to brave airman Lt Brown

Nantwich will pay annual tribute to brave airman Lt Brown

By Jonathan White
Nantwich will hold its annual commemoration this weekend of the Second World War airman who gave his life to the town.

Lieutenant Arthur Brown was the heroic United States Army Air Force pilot who steered his out of control warplane away from the town.

January 9, 2025
New Year launch of Nantwich Environmental Taskforce

New Year launch of Nantwich Environmental Taskforce

A new taskforce has been launched in Nantwich with the aim of making the town greener.

Organisers say the Nantwich Environmental Taskforce (NET) has been launched to provide the “muscle power and passion to help make things happen”.

January 9, 2025
Visitors to Leighton Hospital urged to wear masks

Visitors to Leighton Hospital urged to wear masks

Visitors to Leighton Hospital are being urged to wear masks as the trust battle against rising cases of flu and other respiratory viruses.

Mid Cheshire Hospitals Trust is reintroducing face masks in clinical areas of its hospitals from today (Thursday January 9).

January 9, 2025
Nantwich Town held to 1-1 draw at home to Wythenshawe Town

Nantwich Town held to 1-1 draw at home to Wythenshawe Town

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town and Wythenshawe Town shared the points after a chaotic final 10 minutes ended in a 1-1 draw.

The Dabbers had to do without top scorer Kai Evans who was ill, so Kofi Moore made his first start since coming back to the club on loan.

January 8, 2025
Village pub near Nantwich set to re-open in summer 2025

Village pub near Nantwich set to re-open in summer 2025

A popular village pub near Nantwich is set to re-open this summer, bosses have confirmed.

The Olde Barbridge Inn, in Barbridge, was closed last September when the previous landlord James Perrins left after more than a decade.

January 8, 2025
More than 1,750 people arrested in Cheshire in December operation

More than 1,750 people arrested in Cheshire in December operation

Cheshire Police arrested 1,752 people – including more than 220 in Crewe & Nantwich – in their Christmas crackdown on criminals.

Arrests were made for offences including assault, drink or drug driving, theft and criminal damage.

January 8, 2025
Why winter is best time of the year for sports fans

Why winter is best time of the year for sports fans

Winter appeals to sporting audiences by fusing traditional festive enjoyment with a plethora of exciting events.

From iconic big-stage tournaments to beloved seasonal pastimes, this is the time of year when unforgettable experiences await.

January 8, 2025