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Murder detective author returns to Nantwich for talk

Murder detective author returns to Nantwich for talk

By Jonathan White
Retired Detective Superintendent Steve Wilkins will be in Nantwich in April talking about his book ‘The Pembrokeshire Murders’.

The book tells the full story Operation Ottawa and the painstaking investigation which resulted in the conviction of the serial killer, John William Cooper.

March 17, 2023
Tractor hay bale incident causes long queues in Nantwich

Tractor hay bale incident causes long queues in Nantwich

A tractor trailer tipped its load of hay bales at a busy Nantwich roundabout, causing long tailbacks.

The incident happened this afternoon (March 17) on the Reaseheath roundabout where the A51, Barony Road and Main Road meet.

March 17, 2023
Fishery and leisure park expansion near Nantwich approved by CEC

Fishery and leisure park expansion near Nantwich approved by CEC

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A plan to expand a fishery and leisure park at Newhall near Nantwich has been approved by Cheshire East councillors.

Coole Acres Fishery and Leisure Park, off Coole Lane, applied for permission to remodel hatchery ponds to create a new lake and to use land for the siting of 19 holiday lodges and two mobile camping pods.

March 17, 2023
Free week’s travel on new Stagecoach Nantwich-Chester bus service

Free week’s travel on new Stagecoach Nantwich-Chester bus service

Stagecoach is to offer passengers FREE travel for the first week of its new number 84 services between Crewe-Chester via Nantwich.

The company is taking over the service from April 24 after Arriva announced it was closing its Cheshire depot and ending a number of services, including the number 84.

March 16, 2023
Cheshire East Council withdraws petition against HS2 Phase 2b

Cheshire East Council withdraws petition against HS2 Phase 2b

Cheshire East Council says it has withdrawn its petition against the High Speed Rail (Crewe – Manchester) Bill after securing commitments from HS2 Ltd and the Government.

The withdrawal follows long negotiations between the council and HS2 Ltd to address concerns the authority had raised through its petition against the hybrid bill for HS2 Phase 2b.

March 16, 2023
FEATURE: Blogger outreach strategies to improve your SEO

FEATURE: Blogger outreach strategies to improve your SEO

Leveraging a targeted blogger outreach strategy can be an invaluable way to engage with new audiences, spread the word about your brand, and grow overall visibility.

However, crafting the right approach for sustained success requires understanding how to identify potential collaborators who can add value now so that you have access to increasingly relevant opportunities as time goes on.

March 16, 2023
FEATURE: What copyright laws should businesses in Nantwich know about?

FEATURE: What copyright laws should businesses in Nantwich know about?

In this article, we’ll discuss how intellectual property can prove to be complex and why your business should be up to speed with regards to copyright laws.

As a business owner, it’s important to be aware of the various laws and regulations that govern your operations.

March 16, 2023
Miniature train rides return to Nantwich for 2023 season

Miniature train rides return to Nantwich for 2023 season

By Jonathan White
Train rides for all ages are returning to The Peacock Railway as South Cheshire Model Engineering Society launches its 2023 season.

The first rides will take place on Sunday April 2 between 12pm and 3pm.

March 16, 2023
REVIEW: Willy Russell’s “Blood Brothers” at Crewe Lyceum

REVIEW: Willy Russell’s “Blood Brothers” at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
Blood Brothers written by Willy Russell, directed by Bob Tomson and Bill Kenwright is running at Crewe Lyceum this week.

The legendary musical follows Mrs Johnstone, a young Mother deserted by her husband, who discovers she’s pregnant with twins.

March 15, 2023
Crewe and Nantwich Gymnastics Club given donation boost

Crewe and Nantwich Gymnastics Club given donation boost

Children at a popular Crewe and Nantwich Gymnastics Club are jumping for joy after landing their first donation towards a fundraising campaign for new equipment.

Cereal producer Mornflake was quick off the mark to support the club after parents put out an appeal to Cheshire businesses.

March 15, 2023
Crewe & Nantwich 1sts missed chances prove costly at Worcester

Crewe & Nantwich 1sts missed chances prove costly at Worcester

Crewe & Nantwich 1sts will look back at missed chances after falling to a 28-15 defeat at Worcester in their final league game of the season.

It was a mid-table clash but both sides were aiming to end on a high note.

March 15, 2023
New “Rescued/Revived” exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

New “Rescued/Revived” exhibition opens at Nantwich Museum

A new exhibition called “Rescued/Revived” by Textiles in the Park has opened at Nantwich Museum today (March 15).

The exhibition, which will run until Saturday 13 May, is described as “Clothing – Accessories – Decorative”.

March 15, 2023
Cuddle bed comfort for St Luke’s Hospice patients and loved ones

Cuddle bed comfort for St Luke’s Hospice patients and loved ones

A new bed which allows families to cuddle loved ones and offer comfort has been introduced to the inpatient unit at St Luke’s Hospice.

Donations from supporters funded the “cuddle bed” which takes up the same space as a normal hospital bed.

March 15, 2023