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FEATURE: The biggest UK horse racing events

FEATURE: The biggest UK horse racing events

Horse racing is one of the most popular betting and sporting events in the world.

The world over celebrates this time-honoured event, but here in the UK was where a lot of the tradition started.

December 7, 2022
Two Cheshire baby beavers named by public vote

Two Cheshire baby beavers named by public vote

Cheshire animal lovers have been voting to pick names for the county’s newest beavers living at Hatchmere.

And with votes counted, the names have been revealed as… Aspen and Bramble!

December 7, 2022
Christmas fundraising concert held at Acton St Mary’s Church

Christmas fundraising concert held at Acton St Mary’s Church

By Jonathan White
A Christmas concert featuring The Funky Choir at St Mary’s Church on Monks Lane in Acton has helped raise vital funds for charity.

The Funky Choir, which formed in 2010 in Nantwich,  performed a mixture of pop, jazz, gospel, rock and rhythm and blues music in the first half.

December 7, 2022
READER’S LETTER: Where is Govt’s 10-year “Plan for Dementia”?

READER’S LETTER: Where is Govt’s 10-year “Plan for Dementia”?

Dear Editor,
Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer, and one of the greatest health challenges facing society.

Earlier this year the UK Government announced a ‘visionary’ 10-year Plan for Dementia, aiming to increase diagnosis and support people with their health and care needs.

December 6, 2022
Rescue dog adopted in South Cheshire wins national award

Rescue dog adopted in South Cheshire wins national award

A rescue dog badly abused for its former owner and adopted in South Cheshire has won a national award.

French Bulldog Yogi was fostered and adopted during the pandemic by Emma Caskie, who runs Houndclub Pet Services in Crewe and Nantwich.

December 6, 2022
Nantwich primary school pupils tackle Climate Change

Nantwich primary school pupils tackle Climate Change

Pupils at Highfields Academy in Nantwich are making recycling fun as part of their latest Climate Change classes.

They have been doing their bit as part of the topic being taught

December 6, 2022
Reaseheath College sustainability champion wins national award

Reaseheath College sustainability champion wins national award

A graduate who has made a significant impact on Reaseheath College’s sustainability journey has been honoured with a national award.

Ross Fuller, former Chair of Reaseheath’s Conservation Society, has been awarded runner up “Student Green Commitment Award” – a category in the Association of Colleges (AoC) ‘Student of the Year’ awards.

December 6, 2022
FEATURE: When should you replace your car tyres?

FEATURE: When should you replace your car tyres?

Car maintenance is something of a hobby for many people across the UK, but this is certainly not the case for every driver.

Indeed, the vast majority of motorists in the UK have relatively little interest in the specifics of caring for their vehicle; their car is a means to an end.

December 5, 2022
Staff at Bakkavor in Crewe given healthy help in “wellbeing week”

Staff at Bakkavor in Crewe given healthy help in “wellbeing week”

Staff at Bakkavor in Crewe have good physical and mental health at the top of their agenda.

Three colleagues from the Crewe team have enrolled as Wellness Champions, aimed at reinforcing Bakkavor’s core wellbeing values.

December 5, 2022
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 1sts thump Droitwich 77-5

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 1sts thump Droitwich 77-5

Crewe and Nantwich RUFC 1sts put on a dazzling display to overwhelm Droitwich and run out 77-5 winners at the Vagrants.

Droitwich have found results hard to come by in the first half of the season and the hosts did not show any mercy

December 5, 2022
ROUND UP: Latest from Crewe Regional Sunday League

ROUND UP: Latest from Crewe Regional Sunday League

In the Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division the only scheduled game was postponed as Broadhurst FC couldn’t field a team.

In the Division One Cup Faddiley won the replayed game with Nantwich Pirates 3-2.

December 5, 2022
Everybody presents Junior Awards to South Cheshire youngsters

Everybody presents Junior Awards to South Cheshire youngsters

Youngsters across South Cheshire have been honoured at the Everybody Health and Leisure 2022 Junior Awards.

The awards recognised children aged 5-11 for their inspirational efforts and contributions to local sporting and activity success.

December 5, 2022
REVIEW: “A Christmas Carol” at The Studio, Crewe Lyceum

REVIEW: “A Christmas Carol” at The Studio, Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
The Studio at The Lyceum is quickly becoming one of my favourite places to experience theatre.

It can be slightly disorientating walking through a small maze of corridors to get there and the sound proofing could be better, but that doesn’t detract from the quality of the companies and artists who perform there.

December 5, 2022