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‘Poppy pebbles’ painted in tribute to fallen in Wistaston

‘Poppy pebbles’ painted in tribute to fallen in Wistaston

By Jonathan White
Members of Wistaston Swans WI have hand-painted 350 pebbles to commemorate Poppy Day.

The pebbles are now on display on the low black ledge at the front and both sides of Wistaston Memorial Hall on Church Lane.

November 6, 2022
Britain in Bloom – Wistaston wins four awards including Best Town

Britain in Bloom – Wistaston wins four awards including Best Town

By Jonathan White
Wistaston has won at the ‘Britain in Bloom’ (North West) awards for the fourth year in succession.

Wistaston in Bloom won their fourth ‘Gold Award 2022 in the Town Category’, whilst Wistaston Conservation Group once again won a ‘2022 It’s Your Neighbourhood Award of Level 5 – Outstanding’ for the Joey the Swan parkland in Wistaston.

November 5, 2022
Nantwich Christmas Lights Switch On set for November 18

Nantwich Christmas Lights Switch On set for November 18

The Nantwich Christmas Lights Switch-On is set to take place on Friday November 18, council bosses have confirmed.

Town Council staff have been busy preparing for the traditional start to the festive season.

November 5, 2022
Councillor seeks change to impose 20mph limits on housing estates

Councillor seeks change to impose 20mph limits on housing estates

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Attempts to impose 20mph limits on new housing developments in Cheshire East often fail because the wording of the council’s speed management strategy means efforts can be blocked, a councillor said.

Cllr Suzie Akers Smith is now meeting with the head of highways to ask if the document can be re-worded so officers can’t stop attempts by councillors at the planning stage to have 20mph limits designated for new residential developments.

November 5, 2022
Young Nantwich rider earns GB place in BMX World Championships

Young Nantwich rider earns GB place in BMX World Championships

A nine-year-old Nantwich boy has topped off an amazing few years by securing his place to ride for Great Britain in the BMX World Championships.

Huwie Hall’s rise to the top of the sport has been as fast as his expert riding around the track.

November 5, 2022
Nantwich Mayor invites children to design Christmas card

Nantwich Mayor invites children to design Christmas card

The Mayor of Nantwich is on the search to find a budding young artist to design this year’s Christmas card!

Cllr Peter Groves is inviting young residents and pupils of Nantwich, under the age of 16, to come up with a design along the theme of ‘Christmas in Nantwich’.

November 4, 2022
READER’S LETTER: Mystery of the missing ‘Welcome to Crewe’ sign solved

READER’S LETTER: Mystery of the missing ‘Welcome to Crewe’ sign solved

Dear Editor,
Action by ‘Putting Crewe First’ has ensured that a missing ‘Welcome to Crewe’ sign will be replaced in a few weeks.

The ‘Welcome to Crewe’ road sign on Nantwich Road went missing in February.

November 4, 2022
Connect With Crewe events run by Cheshire Wildlife Trust

Connect With Crewe events run by Cheshire Wildlife Trust

Cheshire Wildlife Trust is to run a “Connect with Crewe” series of themed events in Wistaston and Crewe parks between October and January.

The four nature inspired themes are Crafts, Photography, Helping Nature and Wellbeing.

November 4, 2022
REVIEW: “The Addams Family” by Acton Operatic Society

REVIEW: “The Addams Family” by Acton Operatic Society

By Claire Faulkner
Acton Amateur Operatic Society returned to The Lyceum this week with The Addams Family.

A comedy musical about a dysfunctional but loving family.

November 4, 2022
All but essential services face cuts, Cheshire East Council chiefs warn

All but essential services face cuts, Cheshire East Council chiefs warn

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
All but essential services could face cuts as Cheshire East Council tackles unprecedented financial pressures fuelled by soaring costs and increasing demand.

The council’s finance bosses are asking all service committees to draw up an action plan to look at how they can cut costs, do things differently or find ways of increasing revenue.

November 4, 2022
Construction firm Platinum opening offices in Nantwich

Construction firm Platinum opening offices in Nantwich

A construction firm run by two former Malbank School students is opening a new office in Nantwich.

Platinum Construction will have its new office and consultation rooms in Sage House on Hospital Street.

November 4, 2022
FEATURE: How to be a successful digital nomad?

FEATURE: How to be a successful digital nomad?

One of the possibilities that technology has opened up is the ability to work remotely while traveling the world.

The key is to stay organized and understand what this new way of working is all about.

November 3, 2022
Insights Bereavement Listening service marks first anniversary

Insights Bereavement Listening Service celebrates first anniversary

A listening service in Nantwich to help people suffering bereavement has marked its first anniversary.

The vital service has helped dozens of people struggling to cope with the loss of a spouse or partner, a child, parent, sibling or close friend.

November 2, 2022