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Acton ‘Tea at the Tower’ guided walks continue in 2023

Acton ‘Tea at the Tower’ guided walks continue in 2023

By Jonathan White
‘Tea at the Tower’ guided walks will continue to take place every month from St Mary’s Church in Acton, near Nantwich.

The walks are at a relaxed pace and routes mainly involve canal towpath and lane walking but may involve stiles.

January 6, 2023
Tributes paid to CEC councillor who died after holiday heart attack

Tributes paid to CEC councillor who died after holiday heart attack

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
The funeral of Cheshire East councillor Steve Carter who died after a heart attack on holiday, will take place later this month.

Cllr Carter died on December 29 at Stepping Hill Hospital in Stockport. He was 59.

January 6, 2023
More than 200 arrested in Crewe and Nantwich over Christmas

More than 200 arrested in Crewe and Nantwich over Christmas

More than 1,790 people were arrested during Cheshire Police’s Christmas operation, including more than 200 in the Crewe and Nantwich area.

The force has issued its latest figures which show a rise of 23% in arrests compared to the previous year.

January 6, 2023
Nantwich late night taxi marshal scheme hailed big success

Nantwich late night taxi marshal scheme hailed big success

A new taxi marshal scheme in Nantwich has been hailed a big success after running over the Christmas and New Year period.

The initiative was supported by Alpha Omega Securities Ltd in Crewe and the owners of Nakatchas nightclub on Welsh Row in Nantwich.

January 6, 2023
Nantwich Mayor Peter Groves to host charity quiz

Nantwich Mayor Peter Groves to host charity quiz

Mayor of Nantwich Cllr Peter Groves is inviting residents to test their knowledge at his latest quiz night.

Teams of six are invited to take part on Friday February 10 at Nantwich Civic Hall.

January 5, 2023
FEATURE: Top 3 places for weekend trip from Nantwich

FEATURE: Top 3 places for weekend trip from Nantwich

Planning a quick weekend getaway from Nantwich? You have many fantastic options, from the picturesque winding roads of the Cotswolds to the dazzling city lights of London.

Soak up some history, check out some modern art, go for a stroll along the river, or lose yourself in a hive of activity at a local arcade.

January 5, 2023
Meditation classes to launch at Crewe Lifestyle Centre

Meditation classes to launch at Crewe Lifestyle Centre

Odiyana Buddhist Centre is running a 11-week meditation course at Crewe Lifestyle Centre.

The course is based on the renowned “8 Verses of Training the Mind” which was composed in the 11th century.

January 5, 2023
‘Holly Holy Day’ 2023 events at St Mary’s Church, Acton

‘Holly Holy Day’ 2023 events at St Mary’s Church, Acton

By Jonathan White
St Mary’s Church in Acton, near Nantwich, have organised ‘Holly Holy Day’ events on Saturday January 21, on the day of The Sealed Knot Battle of Nantwich re-enactment.

The church will be open from 9am until 11.30am serving hot drinks and buttered toast.

January 5, 2023
Cheshire Police vetting “tighter” after officer jailed for teen rape

Cheshire Police vetting “tighter” after officer jailed for teen rape

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Vetting procedures for police recruits in Cheshire have been tightened since a serving officer was jailed for raping a 13-year-old girl, the force’s commissioner has said.

PC Ian Naude, who was then 30, was jailed for 25 years in 2018 for raping the teenager and for four convictions relating to sexual offences against other children.

January 4, 2023
Christmas hamper draw raises money for Nantwich charity

Christmas hamper draw raises money for Nantwich charity

By Jonathan White
Kind-hearted members of Nantwich Town Independent Supporters Association (NTISA) at Nantwich Town have dished out fund-raising Christmas hampers.

Donations of items for the four hampers were received from NTISA members and the public with each hamper containing dozens of products.

January 4, 2023
Hope House shop in Nantwich to reopen after lorry smash

Hope House shop in Nantwich to reopen after lorry smash

The Hope House charity shop in Nantwich is set to re-open tomorrow, less than two weeks after an articulated lorry crashed into the building on High Street.

Stunned shoppers looked on as the truck tried to negotiate the Oat Market right-hand bend before crashing into the black and white timber building.

January 4, 2023
READER’S LETTER: Crewe residents can’t afford police tax rise

READER’S LETTER: Crewe residents can’t afford police tax rise

Dear Editor
The Police Council Tax in Cheshire has gone up by 7.3%, 13.6%, 5% , 7.1% and 4.4% over the last five years.

Now, amazingly, the Tory Police Commissioner wants to increase the Police Council Tax by a huge 6.4% this year.

January 3, 2023
FEATURE: Essential tips to build a real estate empire

FEATURE: Essential tips to build a real estate empire

Investing in real estate is one of the more lucratively profitable opportunities savvy investors can do to ensure their money will reap dividends.

Granted, it will be expensive upfront and a financial drain, but investing in the real estate market is one of the best ways to make your money work.

January 3, 2023