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Thousands watch “Battle of Nantwich” events in town centre and Acton

Thousands watch “Battle of Nantwich” events in town centre and Acton

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Thousands of people gathered in Nantwich and Acton to enjoy the 50th anniversary of the “Battle of Nantwich” on Holly Holy Day.

Events took place in Acton and across the town, before the Sealed Knot parade down Welsh Row and the battle re-enactment on Mill Island in Nantwich.

January 22, 2023
Nantwich Players to present “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest”

Nantwich Players to present “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest”

Nantwich Players are to stage their adaptation of the classic “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest” based on the novel by Ken Kesey.

The story was made famous by Jack Nicholson’s portrayal of Randle McMurphy in the legendary film adaption in the 1970s.

January 22, 2023
Nantwich Town suffer heaviest defeat of season in 4-0 loss to Stalybridge

Nantwich Town suffer heaviest defeat of season in 4-0 loss to Stalybridge

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town suffered their worst defeat of the season with a 4-0 thumping by Stalybridge Celtic at the Swansway Stadium.

And Dabbers manager Ritchie Sutton questioned the character of his squad after the game.

January 22, 2023
Rocky Horror Show 50th anniversary tour heads to Crewe Lyceum

Rocky Horror Show 50th anniversary tour heads to Crewe Lyceum

The 50th anniversary of smash hit musical The Rocky Horror Show will see it tour the UK this year – arriving at Crewe Lyceum in July.

Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical celebrates half a century of partying with this special anniversary production.

January 21, 2023
Bentley Motors named as “UK Top Employer” in international awards

Bentley Motors named as “UK Top Employer” in international awards

Bentley Motors has been named as a UK Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute for the 12th year running.

The Crewe-based car marker is the only UK car manufacturer to be included in the list.

January 21, 2023
Nantwich firm Fabulosa launches new “value” range

Nantwich firm Fabulosa launches new “value” range

Nantwich firm Fabulosa has launched a new “value” product range called “Simply Fabulosa”.

Company bosses say the range aims to “mitigate the impact of the increasing cost of living on consumers”

January 21, 2023
CEC should sell off old buildings before cutting services, say Tories

CEC should sell off old buildings before cutting services, say Tories

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Tory councillors have demanded to know why Cheshire East Council is not selling off or re-using derelict buildings instead of proposing staff and service cuts.

Members of the children and families committee met to discuss the medium term financial strategy 2023-27 where savings have to be made as the council struggles to balance its books as costs rise, inflation soars and demand on the service grows.

January 20, 2023
Reaseheath College “Field to Fork” project wins Green Gown award

Reaseheath College “Field to Fork” project wins Green Gown award

Reaseheath College’s “Field to Fork” project with a local school has been recognised at a national environmental awards event.

The project involved food technology and horticulture students from the Nantwich college, pupils from Wrenbury Primary School and a former Michelin star chef.

January 20, 2023
Calveley Primary displays new mural created by artist Rory McCann

Calveley Primary displays new mural created by artist Rory McCann

A new mural by artists Rory McCann has taken pride of place at Calveley Primary Academy near Nantwich.

The mural was partly funded by local employer Boughey Distribution, based in nearby Wardle.

January 20, 2023
King Charles ready for 50th Battle of Nantwich this weekend!

King Charles ready for 50th Battle of Nantwich this weekend!

King Charles I will be making a special “Royal” appearance at the 50th anniversary of the “Battle of Nantwich” this Saturday.

The Monarch who sat on the throne back in 1644 at the real Battle of Nantwich between the Cavaliers and Roundheads is making a comeback!

January 19, 2023
FEATURE: Importance of employee benefits in business and their impact on job satisfaction

FEATURE: Importance of employee benefits in business and their impact on job satisfaction

Employees are the building block of any organisation. Therefore, it is important to offer them various benefits to retain them and keep them motivated.

Many companies overlook employees’ hard work and efforts and focus only on the numbers and figures they achieve.

January 19, 2023
Damning auditor report into former CEC leader Michael Jones

Damning auditor report into former CEC leader Michael Jones

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
An auditor’s report into the culture of Cheshire East Council under the leadership of Michael Jones has revealed incidents of bullying and inappropriate behaviour.

Mr Jones, the council’s leader from 2012 until 2015, stepped down following controversy surrounding the awarding of contracts to Nantwich-based Core Fit – which was owned by his physiotherapist.

January 19, 2023
Councillor’s warning that Cheshire East Council could “go bust”

Councillor’s warning that Cheshire East Council could “go bust”

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council has to make savings and cuts otherwise it will go bust and the government will be called in to run the council, a councillor warned.

Cllr Mark Goldsmith (Ind) was speaking during the debate on the budget at this week’s meeting of the economy and growth committee.

January 19, 2023