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Nantwich swimmer Oliver’s 999 challenge for St Luke’s Hospice

Nantwich swimmer Oliver’s 999 challenge for St Luke’s Hospice

By Jonathan White
A Nantwich swimmer is to embark on a marathon 999 challenge to help raise funds for St Luke’s Hospice.

Oliver Daly, a member of Crewe’s Seahorse Swimming Club (SC), is trying to complete nine miles of swimming, 99km of walking, and 999km of cycling.

May 11, 2023
Wistaston Memorial Hall Bowling Club appeals for new members

Wistaston Memorial Hall Bowling Club appeals for new members

By Jonathan White
Wistaston Memorial Hall Bowling Club is looking for new members to join their club.

They are holding a Family Open Day at the club on Church Lane on Saturday (May 13)  between 2pm-4pm with free admission and everyone is welcome.

May 11, 2023
Bentley Motors reports record first quarter results

Bentley Motors reports record first quarter results

South Cheshire car maker Bentley Motors has reported record first quarter financial results.

And bosses at the Pyms Lane site say it’s their second best-ever quarter in history.

May 11, 2023
Nantwich pub plans beer festival as it enters CAMRA Good Beer Guide

Nantwich pub plans beer festival as it enters CAMRA Good Beer Guide

A Nantwich pub has announced plans for a new beer festival after being included in the Campaign for Real Ale Guide to a top pint.

The Black Lion, on Welsh Row, appears in the 50th anniversary edition of CAMRA’S Good Beer Guide celebrating the UK’s finest pubs.

May 10, 2023
FEATURE: Different types of event venues

FEATURE: Different types of event venues

A lot goes into planning an event but the venue is by far the most important part.

Sure, there are certain factors that come into play otherwise, but without the venue nothing else can come together.

May 10, 2023
Tarporley Primary hails “Excellent” grading in SIAMS inspection

Tarporley Primary hails “Excellent” grading in SIAMS inspection

Staff and pupils and Tarporley CofE Primary School are celebrating an “Excellent” grading in their latest SIAMS report.

It’s the highest possible grade awarded to a school which undergoes the Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) inspection.

May 10, 2023
Reaseheath Family Festival to be staged Sunday May 14

Reaseheath Family Festival to be staged Sunday May 14

The countdown is on to the Reaseheath College Family Festival which is being held this Sunday May 14.

The event promises to be a fun-filled day out for all the family with a wide range of entertainment and activities.

May 10, 2023
Political parties talk over who will run Cheshire East Council

Political parties talk over who will run Cheshire East Council

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
No decision has yet been made on who will run Cheshire East Council – with the Independent group in talks with both Labour and the Conservatives.

Neither Labour nor the Conservatives won the required 42 seats to take overall control of the council in the May 4 elections.

May 10, 2023
Phil Stockton for Nantwich CC v Chester

Nantwich CC 1sts see winning run end in heavy defeat by Hyde

Nantwich Cricket Club’s promising start to the season came to a shuddering halt as they suffered a heavy defeat at Hyde.

Ray Doyle’s side had enjoyed two emphatic victories before the trip to Tameside.

May 10, 2023
RSPCA appeal after four dead dogs dumped in South Cheshire lane

RSPCA appeal after four dead dogs dumped in South Cheshire lane

The RSPCA has launched an appeal after four dead dogs were found dumped on the side of a lane in South Cheshire.

The dogs were found in plastic bags and are thought to be around under six months old. RSPCA think they are rottweiler type dogs.

May 10, 2023
FEATURE: 3 eco-friendly things you can do with old, worn-out shoes

FEATURE: 3 eco-friendly things you can do with old, worn-out shoes

Most of us adore shoes, from Converse to sneakers to our favourite gym or running shoes. It makes no difference whether they’re Nike or Adidas.

Many of us are kick collectors, regardless of the type or brand, and we can amass many of them in our closets.

May 9, 2023
Nantwich man to swim from Finland to Sweden

Nantwich man to swim from Finland to Sweden

A Nantwich man is preparing to swim from Finland to Sweden to raise money for charity!

Sam Owens and his two friends Ben and Anthony are taking on the daring challenge in the Arctic circle waters at midnight in July.

May 9, 2023
LETTER: Lymphoma Action hosts active monitoring webinar

LETTER: Lymphoma Action hosts active monitoring webinar

Dear Editor,
On Thursday 25 May from 12.30pm – 1.30pm, Lymphoma Action will be hosting a free webinar about active monitoring.

Readers affected by lymphoma, a type of blood cancer, may be interested and can register to join if they go to www.lymphoma-action.org.uk/ActiveMonitoringWebinar.

May 9, 2023