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Pair charged with arson following fire in Nantwich

Pair charged with arson following fire in Nantwich

Two people have been charged with arson following a fire at an apartment block in Nantwich.

Daniel Wollaston, 31, and Charlotte Wollaston, 36, of Laurel Place, Henhull, were arrested on Saturday (December 14).

December 16, 2024
Crewe Regional Sunday league and Presidents Cup latest

Crewe Regional Sunday league and Presidents Cup latest

Winsford Over 3 overcame an in-form White Horse side at home in a 5-1 victory in the Presidents Cup.

The ever-potent Tom Stanton scored a hat-trick for his side and other goals were scored by Ben Curbishley and Zac Zarb.

December 15, 2024
Nantwich Town’s U21s complete fine 2024 home campaign

Nantwich Town’s U21s complete fine 2024 home campaign

Nantwich Town’s new U21s team are in league title contention after completing a successful 2024 home campaign.

The young Dabbers, led by Ryan Jones, currently sitting second in the North-West Under 21 Development League – Championship Division B table after 14 matches.

December 15, 2024
Man, 31, arrested on suspicion of arson after Nantwich blaze

Man, 31, arrested on suspicion of arson after Nantwich blaze

A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson in connection with the apartment blaze in Nantwich earlier today.

As we reported earlier, families had to be evacuated as flames raged through the second storey apartment on Laurel Hill, off Reaseheath Way, at around 8.45am today.

December 14, 2024
Nantwich and Crewe homes light up for Christmas in festive display

Nantwich and Crewe homes light up for Christmas in festive display

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas across the Nantwich and Crewe areas, writes Jonathan White.

Residents are dazzling their neighbourhoods with over-the-top festive decorations that would make Santa proud.

December 14, 2024
Pre-Christmas guided walk set for Acton

Pre-Christmas guided walk set for Acton

Residents and visitors can take part in a festive pre-Christmas stroll at the next St Mary’s Acton ‘Tea at the Tower’ Guided Walk on Sunday December 22.

The walk begins at St Mary’s Church on Monks Lane at 2pm. Participants are encouraged to arrive by 1.45pm to allow time to gather

December 14, 2024
Fire rages through Nantwich apartment as residents evacuated

Fire rages through Nantwich apartment as residents evacuated

A fire raged through an apartment in Nantwich today, as residents were evacuated.

The blaze broke out in an apartment on Laurel Place, just off the main Reaseheath Way into the Kingsbourne development.

December 14, 2024
Cheshire East agrees new director post for children’s services

Cheshire East agrees new director post for children’s services

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter.
Cheshire East Council has agreed to create a new director’s post in children’s services to oversee its safeguarding practices.

The post had to be agreed at full council as the salary could be in excess of £100,000.

December 13, 2024
Looking after your metabolism as you get older

Looking after your metabolism as you get older

As people get older, their metabolism – the process by which bodies convert food into energy – naturally slows down.

This change can lead to weight gain, fatigue and an increased risk of health conditions if left unmanaged.

December 13, 2024
Nantwich Town councillors in bitter row as Council Tax to rise by 7%

Nantwich Town councillors in bitter row as Council Tax to rise by 7%

Nantwich Town councillors were locked in a bitter row last night which ended with a vote to increase their Council Tax precept for 2025-26 by 7%.

One councillor accused his own authority of “being asleep at the wheel” and said an increase above inflation was unacceptable for the town’s residents.

December 13, 2024
Must know solutions for teeth discolouration post-orthodontics

Must know solutions for teeth discolouration post-orthodontics

Getting your teeth straightened is an exciting milestone, but for some, discolouration can be an unexpected challenge after the braces come off.

Whether it’s mild yellowing or more pronounced stains, knowing how to restore your teeth’s natural brightness is key.

December 13, 2024
New Community Sergeant for Nantwich is familiar face

New Community Sergeant for Nantwich is familiar face

The new Community Sergeant for Nantwich is a familiar face to many as it sees the return of Matt Stonier.

Sgt Stonier (pictured with previous town mayor)was a PC in the town for many years before being deployed elsewhere by Cheshire Police a few years ago.

December 13, 2024
Nantwich Town councillor nominated for national honour

Nantwich Town councillor nominated for national honour

A Nantwich Town councillor has been shortlisted for a national award for the community work she has done over the past few years.

Cllr Anna Burton is just one of five town councillors across the UK in the running for the “Councillor of the Year” honour in the Star Council Awards.

December 13, 2024