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Nantwich Town Ladies FC lose in Cheshire Challenge Cup

Nantwich Town Ladies FC lose in Cheshire Challenge Cup

Nantwich Town Ladies FC lost 1 – 5 to Congleton Town in the Cheshire Challenge Cup at the Swansway Stadium.

The Nantwich goal was scored by Emily Fallon.

March 2, 2023
Vital bus routes in South Cheshire could be axed under new Arriva plans

Vital bus routes in South Cheshire could be axed under new Arriva plans

Vital bus routes such as Nantwich to Chester and Shavington to Leighton Hospital could be axed for good under new plans by Arriva North West.

The company has announced that it is consulting with affected employees on a proposal to close its Winsford and Macclesfield depots.

February 28, 2023
Cheshire East Council chiefs slam “false information” on 15-minute cities

Cheshire East Council chiefs slam “false information” on 15-minute cities

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council bosses have hit out at “false information” about 15-minute cities and stressed the council has no plans to introduce any rules to restrict freedom of movement.

The idea behind a 15-minute city is that residents have access to everything they need – work, shops, medical services, parks, leisure facilities – all within a 15-minute walk or short cycling distance from where they live.

February 28, 2023
CEC leader urges council to install car park solar panels

CEC leader urges council to install car park solar panels

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
The leader of Cheshire East Council is urging the council to look into installing solar panels at some of its car parks across the borough.

Cheshire East is about to start work on a large-scale solar farm – which will generate renewable energy and reduce carbon emissions – on land next to the composting plant at Leighton Grange Farm in Crewe.

February 28, 2023
Crewe & Nantwich extend fine form with 47-22 win over in form Hereford

Crewe & Nantwich extend fine form with 47-22 win over in form Hereford

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 1sts continued their recent fine form by beating Hereford 47-22.

In the previous meeting, Hereford put more than 50 points on Crewe.

February 28, 2023
The Lions win 7-0 over Audlem in Crewe Regional Premier League

The Lions win 7-0 over Audlem in Crewe Regional Premier League

The Lions and Audlem met for the second time in three weeks in the Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division.

And the result was another convincing win for The Lions, this time 7-0.

February 28, 2023
Cheshire Police urge night time workers to complete training

Cheshire Police urge night time workers to complete training

Cheshire Police chiefs are urging people who work in the night time economy to complete a free bystander intervention training session.

The sessions are aimed at keeping people safe by identifying and preventing incidents such as sexual harassment of customers.

February 27, 2023
South Cheshire residents to take the plunge to end poverty

South Cheshire residents to take the plunge to end poverty

People in South Cheshire are taking the plunge on Saturday March 4 at an event which has been making a difference around the world for 50 years.

The Swim, at Crewe Lifestyle Centre, is raising money for the work of international development charity Christian Aid.

February 27, 2023
Paul Carden appointed new manager of Nantwich Town

Paul Carden appointed new manager of Nantwich Town

Paul Carden has been appointed as new manager of Nantwich Town, the club has announced.

Carden takes over just 24 hours after the Dabbers sacked manager Ritchie Sutton and head coach Gary Taylor-Fletcher.

February 27, 2023
FEATURE: What you need to know about glow plugs

FEATURE: What you need to know about glow plugs

Glow plugs are an essential part of diesel engine cars.

They typically have quite a long lifespan, but like most parts on a car, they will fade over time.

February 26, 2023
Welsh Row disruption for drivers as United Utilities start works

Welsh Row disruption for drivers as United Utilities start works

Residents and drivers on Welsh Row in Nantwich are being warned of more disruption amid United Utilities works over the next two months.

People living on the street have been issued with notices from the water company about a month of works starting on February 28.

February 26, 2023
Struggling Nantwich Town sack manager and head coach

Struggling Nantwich Town sack manager and head coach

Struggling Nantwich Town have sacked their manager Ritchie Sutton and head coach Gary Taylor-Fletcher, the club has announced.

The move comes just hours after another defeat for the Dabbers who were beaten away at Morpeth Town.

February 26, 2023
FEATURE: Exploring Cheshire and Nantwich’s long-lost Celtic roots

FEATURE: Exploring Cheshire and Nantwich’s long-lost Celtic roots

At a time, Celtic tribes dominated the British Isles and Ireland, with several different Celtic cultures and languages being developed across the nations as time went on.

Today, we still recognize distinct Celtic heritage, landmarks, and even modern cultural touch points in many parts of England, Wales, Ireland, and Scotland.

February 25, 2023