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Nantwich woman faces gruelling “Marathon Des Sables” in aid of Scope

Nantwich woman faces gruelling “Marathon Des Sables” in aid of Scope

A Nantwich woman is to tackle one of the most gruelling races on earth to help raise money in aid of Scope charity.

Andrea Millar is taking part in the Marathon Des Sables – a six-day “Ultra-Marathon” or “Ultra” run over 150 to 156 miles.

September 21, 2022
Crewe Lyceum to host “Twopence to Cross the Mersey” production

Crewe Lyceum to host “Twopence to Cross the Mersey” production

A new stage adaptation of Helen Forrester’s Twopence To Cross The Mersey begins at Crewe Lyceum today (September 21) and runs for four days.

Based on the late author’s million-selling autobiography, the play written by Rob Fennah chronicles Helen’s early life during The Great Depression in 1930s Liverpool.

September 21, 2022
Nantwich restaurant offers chance to win wedding worth more than £4,000

Nantwich restaurant offers chance to win wedding worth more than £4,000

A Nantwich pub restaurant has offered couples a chance to win a free wedding worth more than £4,000.

The Boars Head, in Walgherton, has announced the competition to coincide with new season of events in its outdoor tipi.

September 20, 2022
FEATURE: The ins and outs of renting a property

FEATURE: The ins and outs of renting a property

Renting your first property is naturally a nail-biting experience.

For many, it is their first taste of independence after living with family, or after living in halls of residence supplied by an education institution.

September 20, 2022
Driver injured after road crash in Nantwich

Driver injured after road crash in Nantwich

Fire crews were called to help a driver trapped in his vehicle after a crash on Newcastle Road in Nantwich.

The accident happened at around 11.50am today (September 19) and involved just one car.

September 19, 2022
Crewe and Nantwich RUFC overcome Evesham 46-27

Crewe and Nantwich RUFC overcome Evesham 46-27

Crewe and Nantwich RUFC beat Evesham at home 46-27 in an entertaining, high scoring encounter at the Vagrants in Willaston.

Before the game, the club was saddened to hear of the death of a club stalwart Garry Davies who passed away on Saturday.

September 19, 2022
FEATURE: Ways to give your garden a glow-up

FEATURE: Ways to give your garden a glow-up

A garden can be a practical and beautiful thing.

That green space at the rear of your home can act as an extension of your living and cooking space. What’s more, it can do things that the interior of your home can’t.

September 19, 2022
Cheshire East Council approves next stage of walking and cycling scheme

Cheshire East Council approves next stage of walking and cycling scheme

The next steps in a scheme to improve walking and cycling links in Crewe have been unveiled by Cheshire East Council.

The Southern Gateway Pedestrian and Cycling Connectivity Scheme aims to transform the southern part of Crewe town centre.

September 19, 2022
Princess Elizabeth vehicle leads way at Malpas Yesteryear Rally

Princess Elizabeth vehicle leads way at Malpas Yesteryear Rally

By Jonathan White
A vehicle built by a Nantwich man and named after Princess Elizabeth before she became Queen, was the star attraction at the 47th Malpas Yesteryear Rally.

The Rally, organised by Malpas Vintage Machinery Association Limited, features steam engines, miniature steam engines, commercial vehicles, military vehicles, cars, tractors, stationary engines, motorcycles, pedal cycles, and working demonstrations.

September 19, 2022
MP takes four Crewe and Nantwich guests to Queen’s Lying in State

MP takes four Crewe and Nantwich guests to Queen’s Lying in State

Four Crewe and Nantwich residents were invited as guests of MP Kieran Mullan to the Lying-in-State of her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Sarah Winchester, Gerald Newbrook, Phil Malam and Steve Weekes were selected by Dr Mullan to join the hundreds of thousands who have queued for hours to visit Westminster Hall.

September 19, 2022
ROUND UP: Action from Crewe Regional Sunday League

ROUND UP: Action from Crewe Regional Sunday League

The Crewe Regional Sunday League returned to action as Winsford Over remain the only team with maximum points in the Premier Division.

They had a 1-2 win at Broadhurst FC, who were reduced to 10 men quite early in the game.

September 19, 2022
Damage to new Nantwich paving “disappointing” says CEC

Damage to new Nantwich paving “disappointing” says CEC

Council bosses say they are “disappointed” to see expensive new paving in Nantwich town centre already damaged even before the works have been completed.

The Beam Street footway improvement works have been going on since June, with a full road closure between Manor Road and Waterlode.

September 16, 2022
Nantwich Museum launches appeal to buy historic ring

Nantwich Museum launches appeal to buy historic ring

Nantwich Museum has launched a fundraising campaign to buy a post-medieval ring found in Acton.

The gold and enamelled ‘fede’ ring has been valued at £2,000 and the Museum on Pillory Street wants to raise this through donations to make the acquisition.

September 16, 2022