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Nantwich disability football teams play England’s elite

Nantwich disability football teams play England’s elite

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Town Wolves (visually impaired) and Nantwich Town PAN (pan-disability team) each played a friendly match against England Amputee Football Association.

The matches took place at The Complex at Reaseheath College on a 4G synthetic surface pitch.

August 30, 2022
“Women in Rock” to perform at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

“Women in Rock” to perform at Crewe Lyceum Theatre

The “Women in Rock” celebration of female music anthems is heading to Crewe Lyceum Theatre next month.

It will include performances of songs of Cher, Blondie, Janis Joplin, Republica, Belinda Carlisle, Bonnie Tyler, P!nk, Suzi Quatro, Tina Turner and many more.

August 30, 2022
Wingate Centre in Wrenbury launches fundraising appeal

Wingate Centre in Wrenbury launches fundraising appeal

The Wingate Centre in Wrenbury near Nantwich is to launch its new Wingate35 campaign to celebrate the centre’s 35th anniversary.

The residential and recreation centre provides a facility for children and young people with special educational needs and complex disabilities.

August 30, 2022
READER’S LETTER: What cost Social Care?

READER’S LETTER: What cost Social Care?

Dear Editor,
As we wait for the outcome of the Prime Ministerial contest, I’ve personally asked both candidates this question; “Cheshire East spends two thirds of the budget on Social Care. How will you support and fund social care going forward?”

August 30, 2022
Nantwich Town slump to 1-0 defeat against South Shields

Nantwich Town slump to 1-0 defeat against South Shields

By Liam Price
South Shields came away with the win at the Swansway Stadium as they defeated Nantwich Town 1-0.

Joel Stair was back in the defence after missing Tuesday’s game at FC United, while Jack Sherratt and AJ Leitch-Smith also came into the starting XI.

August 28, 2022
FEATURE: The used car market – still the place to be?

FEATURE: The used car market – still the place to be?

If you have been shopping around in the used car market in recent months, it is understandable if you have been a little shocked at the prices you are finding.

There has been a dramatic rise in prices in recent times largely due to a surge in demand following COVID-19 along with the global chip shortage, which has brought the production of new cars down and led more people to the used car market.

August 28, 2022
Striking South Cheshire postal workers hit out at Royal Mail

Striking South Cheshire postal workers hit out at Royal Mail

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Striking postal workers in South Cheshire say Royal Mail’s latest pay offer would significantly change terms and conditions for the worse.

More than 115,000 postal workers are striking across the country and are due to walk out again on Wednesday (August 31) and September 8 and 9 after being given a 2% pay rise.

August 27, 2022
Woman charged over M6 Cheshire drink drive incident

Woman charged over M6 Cheshire drink drive incident

A woman driver has been charged after being arrested on the M6 in Cheshire for being more than four times over the drink driving limit.

Sarah Vazquez, 43, of Wheatfield Road in Cronton, has been charged with drink driving and drunk in charge of a child under the age of seven.

August 27, 2022
READER’S LETTER: Geothermal energy will boost Crewe residents

READER’S LETTER: Geothermal energy will boost Crewe residents

Dear Editor,
At a time when everyone is worried about the ever escalating energy prices, it is good news that Crewe residents could be the beneficiary of cheaper clean energy.

August 27, 2022
FEATURE: Why is short-term letting so popular?

FEATURE: Why is short-term letting so popular?

As a property owner, you have many challenges to deal with.

From how to find the perfect tenants to choosing a landlord insurance policy to cover your property, there are many things to consider.

August 27, 2022
READER’S LETTER: Caught out by Nantwich restaurant’s parking system

READER’S LETTER: Caught out by Nantwich restaurant’s parking system

Dear Editor
I would like to make your readership aware of the parking system at a bar and restaurant in Nantwich.

Myself and a friend had drinks and a meal at The Townhouse bar & restaurant on Mill Street in Nantwich on a weekday evening in July this year.

August 27, 2022
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC academy run out at Heaton Moor

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC academy run out at Heaton Moor

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Senior Academy were beaten 26-12 away at Heaton Moor in a pre-season challenge game.

With only six U18s available, the majority of Crewe’s team were playing up an age grade for the first time and the team was a completely new line up.

August 27, 2022
Tarporley racing driver Oliphant returns for BTCC this weekend

Tarporley racing driver Oliphant returns for BTCC this weekend

Two-time British Touring Car Championship race winner Tom Oliphant will make an unexpected return to the series this weekend at Thruxton with Team HARD.

Tarporley-born Oliphant will pilot the Cupra Leon usually driven by Will Powell for three races around the fastest circuit in the UK.

August 27, 2022