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Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club triples vital fundraising target

Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club triples vital fundraising target

By Jonathan White
A wave of community support has helped a Wistaston tennis club serve up an incredible fundraising victory – raising more than £42,000 to secure its future.

Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club is celebrating after smashing its original £15,000 Crowdfunder target to help resurface its courts.

April 12, 2026
Fire crews rescue cow stuck in river near Audlem

Fire crews rescue cow stuck in river near Audlem

Fire crews were called out in the middle of the night to help rescue a cow stranded in a river near Nantwich.

The incident happened in the River Weaver off Coole Lane in Austerson.

April 12, 2026
Seven arrests made during Nantwich Jazz Festival, say police

Seven arrests made during Nantwich Jazz Festival, say police

Nantwich Police have praised venues, door staff and visitors for making Easter’s Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival one of the safest yet.

Sgt Matt Stonier revealed that just seven arrests were made throughout the whole 5-day festival between April 2-6.

April 11, 2026
Nantwich Museum officially opens first Open Art Exhibition

Nantwich Museum officially opens first Open Art Exhibition

Guests and dignitaries were invited to the official opening of Nantwich Museum’s first Open Art Exhibition – and Nantwich News popped along to take a look.

The exhibition, in the Millennium Gallery, features 70 pieces of art selected from more than 200 entries.

April 11, 2026
REVIEW: “Bull” by the Nantwich Players Studio

REVIEW: “Bull” by the Nantwich Players Studio

The Nantwich Players Studio team are back with their latest production, Bull by Mike Bartlett.

This production does come with a warning, as some of the themes explored include psychological bullying, gaslighting and emotional cruelty.

April 11, 2026
Comprehensive guide to rehab and mental health services

Comprehensive guide to rehab and mental health services

Taking the first step toward recovery can feel overwhelming, but it is also one of the most important decisions a person can make.

Whether you are seeking help for yourself or supporting someone else, understanding the available treatment options can make the journey smoother.

April 10, 2026
Nantwich young farmer to walk 54 miles in aid of two charities

Nantwich young farmer to walk 54 miles in aid of two charities

A young Nantwich woman is teaming up with other young farmers across Cheshire for a 54-mile walk in aid of charity.

Grace Barber, 19, has donned her walking boots and setting off today on a three-day hike around the county.

April 10, 2026
Fire crews tackle wheelie bin blaze in Wybunbury

Fire crews tackle wheelie bin blaze in Wybunbury

Firefighters were called out to tackle a fire involving three wheelie bins on a road in Wybunbury.

The incident happened on Stocks Lane at around 6.40pm on Wednesday (April 8th).

April 10, 2026
Town councillors agree £40,000 loan for Nantwich Players

Town councillors agree £40,000 loan for Nantwich Players

Town councillors in Nantwich have approved plans for a £40,000 loan to Nantwich Players for essential building works at its Love Lane theatre.

The loan will be paid back over 10 years at an agreed interest rate of around 5.5%, the council was told last night.

April 10, 2026
Two classic concerts in one night at St Mary’s Church in Nantwich

Two classic concerts in one night at St Mary’s Church in Nantwich

Two concerts are set to take place on Saturday May 2nd at St Mary’s Church in Nantwich featuring timeless Italian opera classics.

They are designed to be performances of classical and crossover music from professional musicians who have performed with most of the UK’s major opera companies.

April 9, 2026
Aroi Thai restaurant in Nantwich to close, owners announce

Aroi Thai restaurant in Nantwich to close, owners announce

A popular Nantwich restaurant has announced it is to close with immediate effect.

The Aroi Thai restaurant has been a regular haunt on Pillory Street for many years.

April 9, 2026
Nantwich man to stage fundraiser after battling cancer

Nantwich man to stage fundraiser after battling cancer

A Nantwich man is to stage a fundraising night in aid of a cancer charity after battling with throat and neck cancer.

Darren O’Connor has recruited former Liverpool FC goalkeeping legend Bruce Grobbelaar as guest at the fundraiser at Nantwich Town FC.

April 8, 2026
New Phoenix Vet Practice set to open in Nantwich

New Phoenix Vet Practice set to open in Nantwich

A major new veterinary practice is set to open after a £900,000 revamp of the former Travis Perkins site in Nantwich.

Phoenix Vet Practice will be run by former TV wildlife presenter Steve Leonard, his wife Kathy, and three other business partners.

April 8, 2026