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Family Festival at Reaseheath College

Are you looking for a fun-filled day out for all the family to enjoy? We would love to see you at our annual Family Festival on Sunday 14 May 2023. There will be a wide variety of hands-on activities taking place right across campus, showcasing the many courses we offer here at Reaseheath College and University Centre Reaseheath, as well[Read More…]

April 24, 2023
90% of exhibitors re-book for Nantwich Food Festival 2023

90% of exhibitors re-book for Nantwich Food Festival 2023

Nantwich Food Festival is such a hit with exhibitors more than 90% have already re-booked for the 2023 event, organisers said.

The festival attracts well over 200 exhibitors across the three-day festival, said event director John Coulter.

April 24, 2023
FEATURE: A step-by-step guide to buying a new home

FEATURE: A step-by-step guide to buying a new home

Buying a new home can be a significant investment and life event.

This is because it involves a substantial financial commitment and a significant lifestyle change.

April 23, 2023
George & Dragon close gap on Betley in Crewe Regional league

George & Dragon close gap on Betley in Crewe Regional league

George & Dragon continue to close the gap on Betley at the top of the Crewe Regional League Premier Division.

They won 8-2 against Broadhurst FC with a hat-trick from Scott Taylor, two by Joe Duckworth, and goals for Luke Duckwprth, Robbie Hatton and Owen Cox.

April 23, 2023
St Luke’s Hospice appeal for “The Big Help Out” volunteers

St Luke’s Hospice appeal for “The Big Help Out” volunteers

St Luke’s Hospice is appealing for people in Nantwich to try their hand at volunteering as part of events to celebrate His Majesty The King’s Coronation.

The Hospice is joining thousands of organisations and charities across the country in “The Big Help Out” – a national initiative to encourage people to give back to their local community by volunteering.

April 23, 2023
Tarporley pub launches “Earn And Learn” summer job schemes

Tarporley pub launches “Earn And Learn” summer job schemes

The Swan at Tarporley has launched a new “Earn and Learn” summer job scheme.

It’s aimed at school leavers, university students or those looking for a career change to explore the hospitality industry, and earn a minimum of £5,500 in the process.

April 23, 2023
Nantwich Town win but are relegated on last game of the season

Nantwich Town win but are relegated on last game of the season

Nantwich Town have been relegated from the Northern Premier League despite a final day victory at home against play-off chasing Radcliffe Borough.

The Dabbers did what they needed to do with a 2-1 victory thanks to two second half goals.

April 23, 2023
South Cheshire care home could become school for children with needs

South Cheshire care home could become school for children with needs

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A care home for children with severe learning disabilities could be converted into a day school for South Cheshire youngsters with social, emotional and mental health needs.

Pepperberry House in Middlewich, run by Compass, also provides ancillary education facilities on site, both for children living at the home and others in their care who reside elsewhere.

April 23, 2023
Crewe Concert Band to perform at Nantwich Civic Hall

Crewe Concert Band to perform at Nantwich Civic Hall

Crewe Concert Band is to perform a charity show live at Nantwich Civic Hall next Sunday April 30.

The show is part of the Concert Band’s 40th anniversary celebrations, with special guests Crewe Brass.

April 22, 2023
“Inspirational” South Cheshire nurse set for lifetime award

“Inspirational” South Cheshire nurse set for lifetime award

A South Cheshire nurse who has been central to the delivery of end-of-life care across the county for decades has been nominated for a prestigious lifetime achievement award.

Salli Jeynes, recently retired Chief Executive of award-winning charity The End of Life Partnership (EOLP), is in line to receive a coveted gong at Skills for Health’s upcoming Our Health Heroes Awards.

April 22, 2023
Crewe Alexandra collection to help earthquake survivors

Crewe Alexandra collection to help earthquake survivors

Supporters at the Crewe Alexandra match against Swindon Town will make a difference to the lives of survivors of February’s earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.

A collection is to be held for Christian Aid at the game on April 29 to contribute to the Disasters Emergency Committee appeal for those still suffering in the aftermath.

April 22, 2023
New writing competition offers prizes for Crewe and Nantwich schools

New writing competition offers prizes for Crewe and Nantwich schools

Budding young writers can win cash prizes for their schools by letting imaginations go wild in a new story-telling contest for Crewe and Nantwich children.

Crewe & District Writers Circle has launched a Story Starter competition backed by South Cheshire commercial property maintenance company Construction Linx whose owner Gareth Williams is a keen writer and poet.

April 22, 2023
Dabbers Manager Paul Carden on the touchline

Nantwich Town one game left to avoid relegation

By Jack Beresford
Nantwich Town manager Paul Carden could not fault his side’s effort and work rate after they had to settle for a draw against Marske United on Thursday night.

The 2-2 draw means the Dabbers have to win their final league game on Saturday and hope Atherton Collieries lose to avoid relegation from the Northern Premier League.

April 21, 2023