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New Burger King restaurant to open creating 29 jobs

New Burger King restaurant to open creating 29 jobs

A new Burger King restaurant is set to open in Crewe creating 29 jobs, the company says.

The firm is now advertising for a restaurant manager, senior assistant manager and assistant managers.

November 21, 2024
Mayor Arthur Moran and Consort Cllr Carole Thomas

Tributes paid after death of former Nantwich councillor and mayoress

Tributes have been paid to a former Nantwich Town Councillor and Mayoress who has died.

Carole Thomas died suddenly but peacefully at her home aged 86.

November 21, 2024
Truck driver injured after colliding with power line in Acton

Truck driver injured after colliding with power line in Acton

A lorry driver was injured after his truck collided with power lines in Acton, Nantwich, today.

The incident happened around 7am at the junction of the A534 and A51, known as the Bluestone Lights junction.

November 20, 2024
South Cheshire farmers protest over inheritance tax plans

South Cheshire farmers protest over inheritance tax plans

Farmers in South Cheshire gathered in Nantwich today to protest against the Government’s plans to impose Inheritance Tax on some family farms.

While thousands travelled for a major demonstration in central London, local ones protested on Sainsbury’s roundabout on Middlewich Road in Nantwich.

November 19, 2024
Fire crews battle kitchen fire at house in Audlem

Fire crews battle kitchen fire at house in Audlem

Firefighters battled a kitchen fire at a house in Audlem last night (November 18).

The fire broke out at a property on Kettle Lane at around 9.45pm.

November 19, 2024
Changes to Cheshire East bin collections for festive period

Changes to Cheshire East bin collections for festive period

Residents across Nantwich and surrounding villages are being urged to check online for planned changes to bin collections during the festive period.

The council says it is no longer using stickers on bins to provide information due to cost-cutting.

November 19, 2024
Cheshire East takes harder line on care providers hiking prices

Cheshire East takes harder line on care providers hiking prices

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council says it is taking a hard line with care providers who hike up their prices above cost increases meaning some residents may have to move homes.

The council’s adult services directorate is forecasting a £20 million overspend at the end of this financial year.

November 19, 2024
Nantwich welcomes its first seasonal snowfall

Nantwich welcomes its first seasonal snowfall

By Jonathan White
Residents of Nantwich and surrounding villages have woken to a picturesque winter wonderland today.

Snowfall throughout Monday night and Tuesday morning has blanketed the area in a crisp layer of white.

November 19, 2024
Speeding biker doing 134mph near Nantwich banned for two years

Speeding biker doing 134mph near Nantwich banned for two years

A motorcyclist caught speeding up to 134 mph on rural roads near Nantwich has been banned from driving for two years and given a suspended jail sentence.

Martyn Billings was riding his BMW S1000RR motorbike along the A534 at Bulkeley in convoy with another rider at the time.

November 18, 2024
Nantwich Players presents “The Flint Street Nativity” by Tim Firth

Nantwich Players presents “The Flint Street Nativity” by Tim Firth

Nantwich Players will be bringing “The Flint Street Nativity” comedy to the stage in December.

The production written by Tim Firth, and directed by Adam Goode, will run from December 6-14, with evening performances starting at 7.45pm.

November 18, 2024
Mental health worker from Nantwich scoops major honour

Mental health worker from Nantwich scoops major honour

A passionate mental health worker who supports unpaid carers in Nantwich has won a major award.

Daryhl Lewis, from Cheshire East All Ages Carers Hub, was named the North West Social Care Newcomer of the Year at the regional Great British Care Awards.

November 18, 2024
Bentley Motors appoints new sales and marketing board member

Bentley Motors appoints new sales and marketing board member

Bentley Motors has appointed Christophe Georges as board member for sales and marketing.

The Crewe car maker says he will start his role on December 1, reporting to Chairman and CEO Dr Frank-Steffen Walliser.

November 18, 2024
‘Proms at Acton’ concert raises thousands for Royal British Legion

‘Proms at Acton’ concert raises thousands for Royal British Legion

By Jonathan White
The 3rd annual ‘Proms’ fundraiser for the Royal British Legion in Acton has raised thousands of pounds.

The concert took place in front of a sold-out capacity audience at St Mary’s Church in the village.

November 18, 2024