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Crewe & Nantwich RUFC suffer heavy 62-9 defeat at Hereford

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC suffer heavy 62-9 defeat at Hereford

Crewe and Nantwich 1sts were brought back down to earth with a bump with a heavy 62-9 defeat away at Hereford.

Last time the two sides met, it ended in a 23-23 all draw and Crewe hoped to upset the home side’s good start to the season.

September 26, 2022
Inspectors slam Cheshire East Safeguarding Children Partnership for ‘failings’, ‘shortcomings’ and ‘weaknesses’

Inspectors slam Cheshire East Safeguarding Children Partnership for ‘failings’, ‘shortcomings’ and ‘weaknesses’

Inspectors have released a damning report into failings by Cheshire East Safeguarding Children’s Partnership.

The report points to a series of “failings”, “shortcomings” and “weaknesses” in its role in protecting children from criminal exploitation.

September 26, 2022
Burning telegraph pole in Shavington causes road closure

Burning telegraph pole in Shavington causes road closure

A faulty telegraph pole sparked a blaze in Shavington which caused police to close a busy road.

The incident happened on Newcastle Road in Shavington with motorists cruising past the blaze seemingly unaware.

September 26, 2022
FEATURE: Is it better to guest post or write your own content?

FEATURE: Is it better to guest post or write your own content?

There are a lot of factors to consider when it comes to deciding whether to guest post or write your own content.

In order to make the best decision for your business, you need to weigh the pros and cons of both options and analyze the situation from all angles.

September 26, 2022
Crewe and Nantwich residents face address checks at household recycling centres

Crewe and Nantwich residents face address checks at household recycling centres

People using the Pyms Lane tip may face “proof of address” checks in future under new plans by Cheshire East Council.

There will also be ANPR (automatic number plate recognition) in place after the council announced a new contract for the running of its household waste recycling centres.

September 26, 2022
Queens Park in Crewe to remain open despite Avian Bird Flu cases

Queens Park in Crewe to remain open despite Avian Bird Flu cases

Queens Park in Crewe is to remain open to the public despite cases of Avian Bird Flu being confirmed among its geese population.

DEFRA confirmed the cases last week and signs are now around the park warning people not to approach or feed the wildlife and to keep away from the lake.

September 26, 2022
Cheshire East Council seeks short term housing amid winter economy crisis

Cheshire East Council seeks short term housing amid winter economy crisis

Cheshire East Council bosses are looking for temporary accommodation solutions amid fears of a rise in homelessness this winter.

The authority says it needs to procure an initial 20 properties in a variety of locations across the borough.

September 26, 2022
Nantwich Pirates win in Presidents Cup + full local round up

Nantwich Pirates win in Presidents Cup + full local round up

Nantwich Pirates earned a fine win in the Presidents Cup against Leighton FC.

Mike Truan bagged a hat-trick for the Pirates at the King George V playing fields.

September 25, 2022
Nantwich Bookshop to host series of high profile talks in October

Nantwich Bookshop to host series of high profile talks in October

A series of high profile names will be at Nantwich Bookshop next month to take part in book signing events.

They include cricket legend Sir Geoff Boycott, top cyclist Dan Martin, Sky Sports commentator Geoff Shreeves and “Pembrokeshire Murders” former Chief Supt Steve Wilkins.

September 25, 2022
READER’S LETTER: A seven point plan for Crewe Town Centre

READER’S LETTER: A seven point plan for Crewe Town Centre

Dear Editor
This is what needs to be done urgently to save Crewe Town Centre from oblivion.

Here is the seven point plan, proposed by ‘Putting Crewe First’.

September 25, 2022
Vaccination centre at Hollowood Pharmacy back open in Crewe

Vaccination centre at Hollowood Pharmacy back open in Crewe

A new vaccination centre has opened in Crewe to help administer the COVID-19 autumn booster campaign.

Hollowood Chemists have opened a new centre at Crewe Honda Centre on West Street.

September 25, 2022
Willaston primary school ends waste compound plan amid complaints

Willaston primary school ends waste compound plan amid complaints

A Nantwich school has back-tracked on plans to relocate its waste compound to its boundary edge after complaints from neighbours.

Residents in Willaston say they were not consulted about the plan and complained to Cheshire East Council when they realised what was happening at Willaston Primary Academy.

September 25, 2022
Nantwich Town slump to home defeat to fellow strugglers Whitby

Nantwich Town slump to home defeat to fellow strugglers Whitby

Nantwich Town’s new managers did not enjoy their first outing as the Dabbers slumped to a 2-0 defeat at home to fellow strugglers Whitby Town.

The visitors had lost six and drawn of their opening seven matches so it looked a home banker for the Dabbers at the Swansway Stadium.

September 25, 2022