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Man in hospital after two-vehicle smash near Nantwich

Man in hospital after two-vehicle smash near Nantwich

A man was cut free from wreckage and taken to hospital after a two-vehicle-collision in Calveley near Nantwich.

The accident happened yesterday (January 30) at around 9.15am.

January 31, 2022
Bird flu outbreak at Calveley poultry farm near Nantwich confirmed

Bird flu outbreak at Calveley poultry farm near Nantwich confirmed

A bird flu outbreak has been confirmed on a commercial poultry farm in Calveley, near Nantwich.

Cheshire East Council chiefs say they are now advising local residents, partners and landowners about avian influenza outbreaks and what to look out for.

January 31, 2022
Walk-in Covid vaccine clinic at Nantwich Civic Hall

Walk-in Covid vaccine clinic at Nantwich Civic Hall

Another walk-in Covid vaccination clinic is to be held at Nantwich Civic Hall tomorrow (January 31).

Organisers say it will the last walk-in clinic there for some period of time.

January 30, 2022
Nantwich match ball presentation for family of late Phil Johnson

Nantwich match ball presentation for family of late Phil Johnson

By Jonathan White
The match ball sponsorship of Nantwich Town’s game with Ashton United came from the family of the late Phil Johnson.

Phil was the club’s press officer during the Dabbers’ rise from the depths of the NW Counties League to the cusp of the Conference North.

January 30, 2022
Talbot thump Faddiley 6-0 in Crewe Regional Sunday league

Talbot thump Faddiley 6-0 in Crewe Regional Sunday league

Talbot beat Faddiley 6-0 in today’s round of Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division fixtures.

Liam Whittaker netted five times, and Scott Rankin also on target for Talbot.

January 30, 2022
Young gymnasts tackle Snowdon to raise funds for local club

Young gymnasts tackle Snowdon to raise funds for local club

Four young gymnasts from Nantwich are to tackle climbing Snowdon to help raise funds for their local club.

Daisie, Izzy, Annabelle and Bella are members of the regional squad at Rising Phoenix Gymnastics club, on Gate Farm Enterprise Park near Nantwich.

January 30, 2022
Texas to play Delamere Forest Live in Cheshire in June

Texas to play Delamere Forest Live in Cheshire in June

By Courtney Davies
Texas will be playing at Delamere Forest in Cheshire as part of Forest Live.

Texas, formed in Glasgow by singer Sharleen Spiteri and bassist Johnny McElhone, will be playing at the event in June.

January 30, 2022
10-man Nantwich Town stage fightback in 2-2 draw with Ashton United

10-man Nantwich Town stage fightback in 2-2 draw with Ashton United

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town came from two goals and a man down to secure a thrilling 2-2 draw with Ashton United at the Optimum Pay Stadium.

Matt Bell had the first real chance of the game, diverting the ball towards goal from a corner but seeing it turned away by Greg Hartley.

January 30, 2022
From Prejudice to Pride exhibition at Nantwich Museum

From Prejudice to Pride exhibition at Nantwich Museum

Nantwich Museum is to host “From Prejudice to Pride” exhibition throughout February to mark LGBT History Month.

With the earliest recorded marriage in 1707 of Hannah Wright and Anne Gaskill in Prestbury to the game changing contribution to modern equal rights of Antony Grey, Cheshire has many things to take pride in.

January 29, 2022
Former foster carers targeted in Cheshire East recruitment bid

Former foster carers targeted in Cheshire East recruitment bid

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Former foster carers could soon be contacted by Cheshire East in a bid to recruit more people to look after children needing a home.

There is a national shortage of foster carers and the council said it needs to ensure its recruitment campaigns target the right people.

January 29, 2022
Wybunbury Delves Primary and Wickes team up for outdoor play area

Wybunbury Delves Primary and Wickes team up for outdoor play area

Staff and pupils at Wybunbury Delves Primary have been given a play areas boost by Crewe-based Wickes.

The store has donated paint and equipment to help freshen up the village school’s play area later this year.

January 27, 2022
Covid among children in Cheshire East on rise again, says health chief

Covid among children in Cheshire East on rise again, says health chief

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Covid cases have started to rise again among schoolchildren in Cheshire East but the numbers are significantly lower than a few weeks ago.

And some schools are continuing to urge pupils to wear face coverings in classrooms, corridors and other communal areas.

January 27, 2022
Car maker Bentley unveils huge electric vehicle plan for Crewe factory

Car maker Bentley unveils huge electric vehicle plan for Crewe factory

Bentley’s first-ever Battery-Powered Electric Vehicle (BEV) will be developed and built in South Cheshire after the company committed to investing £2.5 billion in sustainability in the next 10 years.

The announcement has been hailed a major boost for the UK economy.

January 27, 2022