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Councillor refused chance to speak by Cheshire East leader

Councillor refused chance to speak by Cheshire East leader

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A furious opposition councillor has clashed with the council leader after being refused permission to speak at a Cheshire East Council cabinet meeting.

Cllr Liz Wardlaw, deputy leader of the Conservative group on Cheshire East, attended yesterday’s (July 2nd) meeting in Crewe to ask questions about the authority’s finances and the waste strategy.

July 3, 2026
Brine Leas students to stage The Addams Family at Lyceum

Brine Leas students to stage The Addams Family at Lyceum

Nantwich students are rehearsing to stage a production of The Addams Family at Crewe Lyceum.

Pupils at Brine Leas School, on Audlem Road, will perform their show on July 9th and 10th at the popular theatre.

July 2, 2026
209-run partnership helps Nantwich CC retain title challenge

209-run partnership helps Nantwich CC retain title challenge

Rob Jones and Luke Robinson put on a brilliant 209-run partnership to help Nantwich continue their challenge at the top of Cheshire’s ECB Premier League.

The pair were together for 27 overs after Nantwich – batting first after Robinson had won the toss – had been reduced to 86-3 by high-flying Cheadle at Whitehouse Lane.

July 2, 2026
Nantwich store Friendly Mart raided by police in crackdown

Nantwich store Friendly Mart raided by police in crackdown

The Friendly Mart store on High Street in Nantwich was among a number of outlets raided by police and trading standards today.

Cheshire Police carried out a number of warrants on premises as part of a crackdown on convenience stores suspected of being used for or engaged in criminal activity.

July 2, 2026
Apex Cheer in Nantwich scoop silver at European Championships

Apex Cheer in Nantwich scoop silver at European Championships

A cheerleading team from Nantwich is celebrating after winning silver at the European Championships where it was representing Great Britain.

Majesty, from Apex Cheer Nantwich who train at Wingate Centre in Wrenbury, competed in the tournament over in Croatia last week and came second in their junior 2 category.

July 2, 2026
From Cheshire to the Creek: Why more UK buyers are eyeing Dubai property in 2026

From Cheshire to the Creek: Why more UK buyers are eyeing Dubai property in 2026

It is a long way from the cobbles of Nantwich town square to the waterfront towers of Dubai Creek, roughly 3,400 miles as the crow flies.

Yet a growing number of Cheshire professionals, business owners, and buy-to-let landlords are making exactly that mental leap, swapping a familiar British property portfolio for a stake in the Gulf’s glittering skyline.

July 2, 2026
Why prevention and research are both essential to better health

Why prevention and research are both essential to better health

Better health is rarely achieved through one solution. It depends on a combination of everyday choices, strong healthcare systems, early intervention, and continued scientific discovery.

While treatment is vital when illness occurs, prevention and research are equally important in creating healthier individuals, communities, and future generations.

July 2, 2026
Food caddies rollout in Cheshire East

Outdoor food caddies to be delivered across Nantwich and villages

Residents across Nantwich and Crewe are set to receive new outdoor food waste “caddies” delivered as Cheshire East Council prepares for weekly food waste collections.

Thousands of the caddies will start to be delivered to residents from Monday July 6th ahead of the new service starting in September.

July 2, 2026
How blocked drains can impact customer experience when visiting your business

How blocked drains can impact customer experience when visiting your business

When customers visit your business, every detail shapes their impression.

From the cleanliness of your premises to the way your team welcomes them, the experience begins the moment they arrive.

July 2, 2026
SureCare Central earns double success in Top 20 awards

SureCare Central earns double success in Top 20 awards

Nantwich-based care firm SureCare Central Cheshire has been named one of the Top 20 Home Care Providers in the North West by homecare.co.uk

The awards recognise home care providers based on independent reviews from clients and their families.

July 2, 2026
Status Quo and Wishbone Ash tributes to rock Nantwich Civic Hall

Status Quo and Wishbone Ash tributes to rock Nantwich Civic Hall

Two classic rock tribute acts will roll into Nantwich next month to help raise funds for local charities.

“Rock The Civic 4” will feature tributes to legendary bands Status Quo and Wishbone Ash at Nantwich Civic Hall on Friday 7th August.

July 2, 2026
Fire crews tackle blaze in building in Audlem

Fire crews tackle blaze in building in Audlem

Fire crews were called to tackle a blaze in an outbuilding at property in Audlem.

The fire broke out around midday yesterday (July 1st) at Bunsley Bank in Audlem with two appliances from Crewe called out to the scene.

July 2, 2026
RSPCA Stapeley Grange raises £5,500 from summer fair

RSPCA Stapeley Grange raises £5,500 from summer fair

RSPCA Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre in Nantwich has raised around £5,500 after hosting a successful summer fair.

The annual event hosted by the animal charity on London Road included live music for the first time.

July 1, 2026