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Woman guilty of causing death of man by dangerous driving

Woman guilty of causing death of man by dangerous driving

A woman has pleaded guilty to causing the death of a 61-year-old man by dangerous driving in Wistaston.

Oghenevwaire Shittu, of Ruskin Road, Crewe, entered the plea at Chester Crown Court on Tuesday (June 25).

June 28, 2024
Crewe man jailed for sex offences against girl

Crewe man jailed for sex offences against girl

A South Cheshire man who lied about his age online to groom a 15-year-old girl has been jailed.

Daniel Allcock (also known as Daniel Smith), from Crewe, has been sentenced to six years in prison, plus four years on extended licence.

June 28, 2024
Nantwich Museum to repeat Baddiley talks

Nantwich Museum to repeat Baddiley talks

Nantwich Museum is repeating talks about the village of Baddiley and its one-time resident Helen Macfarlane due to demand.

The talks will be repeated on Wednesday 31 July, 7pm-9pm, for those who were not able to attend them first time around.

June 28, 2024
Crewe and Nantwich students celebrate Cheshire College awards

Crewe and Nantwich students celebrate Cheshire College awards

Crewe and Nantwich students at Cheshire College – South & West attended an awards ceremony to celebrate their hard work, determination and talent.

Friends and family accompanied them and were greeted with drinks and canapés prepared by hospitality and catering students.

June 28, 2024
Nantwich care firm to create new jobs with expansion

Nantwich care firm to create new jobs with expansion

A Nantwich-based care provider is to create new jobs by expanding its home care services.

SureCare Central Cheshire, which provides care services to clients in Nantwich and Audlem, aims to build on increasing demand in Crewe and rural areas in South Cheshire.

June 27, 2024
Bunbury Village Day AQUA FEST hailed big success

Bunbury Village Day AQUA FEST hailed big success

Organisers of the Bunbury Village Day have hailed the event a “resounding success” enjoyed by more than 2,000 residents.

The day got off to a fabulous start with a parade that wound its way through the centre of the village.

June 27, 2024
Breaking borders: Essential tips for businesses on importing and exporting

Breaking borders: Essential tips for businesses on importing and exporting

As global markets become increasingly accessible, businesses have the opportunity to expand their reach beyond the UK.

Exporting can transform your local business into a global player.

June 26, 2024
Nantwich families facing “top-up” care home fees from cash-strapped Cheshire East

Nantwich families facing “top-up” care home fees from cash-strapped Cheshire East

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
More families of elderly people in costly care homes in Cheshire East will be asked to pay ‘top-up’ fees as the cash-strapped council struggles to balance its books.

And the authority’s executive director of adults, health and integration admitted she “couldn’t rule out” the prospect of having to move some residents who are in care homes above the council’s budget.

June 26, 2024
Historic Churche’s Mansion in Nantwich back up for sale

Historic Churche’s Mansion in Nantwich back up for sale

Historic Churche’s Mansion in Nantwich is back on the market after closing down as a restaurant earlier this year.

It’s on the market for offers over £1.5 million and Hidden Gems Cheshire are staging an event at the venue next week on behalf of the owners.

June 26, 2024
Transform our garden with these landscape design ideas

Transform our garden with these landscape design ideas

A well-designed garden is more than just an outdoor space; it’s an extension of your home and a reflection of your personal style.

That’s without considering the fact that the right outdoor space can add huge amounts of value to your home as it creates an extension of your living space.

June 26, 2024
St Luke’s Hospice fundraising event in Nantwich

St Luke’s Hospice fundraising event in Nantwich

By Jonathan White
A ‘Swing into Summer’ dinner and music event in aid of St Luke’s Hospice will take place at The Crown Hotel in Nantwich on July 12.

The event is black tie/evening wear and includes a three-course gala dinner and live entertainment from The Swinging Woodpeckers.

June 26, 2024
LETTER: Surely all politicians are not tarred with same brush?

LETTER: Surely all politicians are not tarred with same brush?

Dear Editor,
A common refrain seems to be that nobody trusts politicians, but surely not everyone is tarred by the same brush.

We all remember Boris Johnson and Partygate, partying even on the eve of the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral.

June 26, 2024
Nantwich CC floored by Widnes and slip to second league loss

Nantwich CC floored by Widnes and slip to second league loss

Half centuries by Luke Robinson and Simon Mugava were not enough to stop Nantwich CC slipping to defeat as they were floored by Widnes.

After being put into bat at Whitehouse Lane, Widnes amassed 275-7 from their 55 overs.

June 25, 2024