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Councillors back runner’s plan for Barony Park perimeter pathway

Councillors back runner’s plan for Barony Park perimeter pathway

Councillors have backed a Nantwich resident’s plan to create a circular exercise “pathway” around the perimeter of Barony Park.

Paul McIntyre presented his plans at Nantwich Town Council last night (February 8).

February 9, 2024
Cllr Roger Morris

Conservatives win Crewe Central ward in Cheshire East Council by-election

by Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
The Conservatives have stunned Labour by winning the Crewe Central seat in the Cheshire East Council by-election.

Local businessman Roger Morris took the seat, which has always been a Labour stronghold, polling 335 votes.

February 9, 2024
LETTER: #CreweFirst makes progress in Crewe Central by-election

LETTER: #CreweFirst makes progress in Crewe Central by-election

Dear Editor,
#CreweFirst has continued to make progress in the #CreweCentral by-election.

#CreweFirst increased its vote and its share of the vote in the Ward.

February 9, 2024
Nantwich care firm boss launches second ‘business for good’

Nantwich care firm boss launches second ‘business for good’

Nantwich care firm owner Ben Selby has launched a new wellbeing enterprise for South Cheshire.

Ben, who runs Right at Home homecare South Cheshire, has set up “Rise” to support wellbeing through adapted sports sessions.

February 8, 2024
Tap into Spain: Property investment and travel tales of success

Tap into Spain: Property investment and travel tales of success

The allure of Spain goes far beyond its sun-kissed beaches and festive flamenco rhythms.

It is a country where the buzz of modern life coexists with timeless traditions, and it’s precisely this blend that makes it an attractive destination for property investors and travellers alike.

February 8, 2024
Two South Cheshire motoring firms hail apprenticeship schemes

Two South Cheshire motoring firms hail apprenticeship schemes

Two South Cheshire organisations have hailed their apprentices as part of National Apprenticeship Week.

Bentley Motors car makers in Crewe and Swansway Group motor dealers recruit a number of new apprentices each year.

February 8, 2024
Nantwich charity railway appeals for money for track extension

Nantwich charity railway appeals for money for track extension

By Jonathan White
Volunteers who run free steam train rides for children in Nantwich are appealing for help to expand their track.

The rides take place at Nantwich Methodist Church Railway on Hospital Street every Saturday morning.

February 8, 2024
Nantwich firm Fabulosa recruit two new managers

Nantwich firm Fabulosa recruit two new managers

Nantwich-based fragrance-led brand Fabulosa has made two new appointments to its senior management team.

Charles Du Pré joins as head of marketing, bringing over 20 years of expertise in the marketing and communications sector

February 8, 2024
David Lloyd Leisure Club for Nantwich could be open in 2026

David Lloyd Leisure Club for Nantwich could be open in 2026

The new David Lloyd Leisure club in Nantwich could be open as early as spring 2026, it emerged today.

We revealed last week how the company plans to open its newest centre on land off Newcastle Road in Willaston, close to the Crewe Vagrants.

February 8, 2024
RSPCA Stapeley appeal for drivers to join award-winning team

RSPCA Stapeley appeal for drivers to join award-winning team

RSPCA Stapeley Grange are appealing to recruit more volunteer drivers to join its award-winning programme.

The wildlife centre in Nantwich admits around 6,000 animals every year and needs more people to help provide transport to and from the site.

February 7, 2024
Student Ruby Pytlasinska  with a Reaseheath lamb

Sheep virus forces change to popular Reaseheath lambing event

A virus affecting flocks of sheep has forced Reaseheath College in Nantwich to change plans for its popular lambing event.

The virus can lead to complications in pregnancy and cause some lambs to be born deformed.

February 7, 2024
Plan to convert former Chatwin’s shop into new gin bar

Plan to convert former Chatwin’s shop into new gin bar

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A former Chatwin’s bakery shop in Nantwich town centre looks set to become a bar serving up gin, cocktails, beer and wine.

Three Wrens Gin is also seeking permission from Cheshire East Council to use the ground floor property on Pepper Street for “compounding and rectification of spirits” on-site.

February 7, 2024
Highways chiefs swipe Wrenbury “pothole” road sign that left CEC red-faced

Highways chiefs swipe Wrenbury “pothole” road sign that left CEC red-faced

A road sign in Wrenbury which warned drivers that potholes would “break their soul as well as their vehicle” has been removed by Cheshire East highways.

The sign, which was erected on Station Road in Wrenbury, made national headlines after Nantwich News highlighted the story last week.

February 7, 2024