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Nantwich Town U18s beaten 4-5 by Wythenshawe Amateurs

Nantwich Town U18s beaten 4-5 by Wythenshawe Amateurs

By Jonathan White.
Nantwich Town U18 lost a high-scoring clash with Wythenshawe Amateurs U18 in the FA Youth Cup First Round Qualifying at the Swansway Stadium.

Before kick-off, Dabbers captain Riley Capewell placed a wreath in the centre circle in tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II following her death aged 96.

September 13, 2022
Cheshire Wildlife Trust to host “wilder weekend” at Queens Park

Cheshire Wildlife Trust to host “wilder weekend” at Queens Park

Cheshire Wildlife Trust is hosting a Wilder Weekend at Queens Park in Crewe on Saturday and Sunday September 24-25.

Visitors can experience and connect with nature through a range of wildlife themed activities, from outdoor yoga to a Big Wild Bug Hunt, storytelling, seed bomb making and more.

September 13, 2022
FEATURE: Tips for creating sustainable financial habits

FEATURE: Tips for creating sustainable financial habits

Financial security is a priority for everyone, especially during the current climate, but maintaining healthy spending habits isn’t as easy as we’d wish.

Social media bombards us with products and promotional offers every day, prices are rising rapidly and energy bills are soaring.

September 12, 2022
Nantwich traders say lack of car parking space is hurting business

Nantwich traders say lack of car parking space is hurting business

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Nantwich traders say they are losing business because customers can’t find anywhere to park.

Hundreds of houses are being built in the town at the same time as about 100 spaces have been lost on the unofficial car park at St Anne’s Lane, which has closed permanently.

September 12, 2022
Hannah’s Homemade Fudge enjoys sweet taste of award success

Hannah’s Homemade Fudge enjoys sweet taste of award success

A Nantwich fudge maker is enjoying the sweet taste of success after scooping a national award.

Hannah Wilson launched “Hannah’s Homemade Fudge” during Covid lockdown and has now been given the honour after experts were wowed by her “Marbled Milk and White Chocolate Fudge”.

September 12, 2022
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Nantwich Town chairman Jon Gold to step down temporarily

Nantwich Town chairman Jon Gold is temporarily stepping down due to ill health, the club has announced today.

Mr Gold will step aside for an initial three month period.

September 12, 2022
BeWILDerwood’s “Glowing Lantern Parade” returns to Cheshire

BeWILDerwood’s “Glowing Lantern Parade” returns to Cheshire

BeWILDerwood Cheshire’s “Glorious Glowing Lantern” event is returning this October.

The event puts the woods at Cholmondeley in a whole new light for visitors after hours.

September 12, 2022
Wistaston ‘Duck Race and Children’s Model Boat Race’ returns after pandemic

Wistaston ‘Duck Race and Children’s Model Boat Race’ returns after pandemic

By Jonathan White
The 25th Community Duck Race and Children’s Model Boat Race made its return to Joey the Swan recreation ground in Wistaston.

The event was opened by Wistaston Rose Queen Emily Edge. The 11-year-old was crowned by Revd Mike Turnbull at St Mary’s Church, Wistaston in June.

September 12, 2022
RUGBY: Crewe & Nantwich 1sts win at Droitwich and 3rds beat Bury

RUGBY: Crewe & Nantwich 1sts win at Droitwich and 3rds beat Bury

By Graham Jackson
Crewe & Nantwich came away from their second league game of the season in Midlands 1 West with a well deserved victory at Droitwich.

In what was a thoroughly entertaining match, played in near perfect conditions for rugby, Crewe ran out comfortable 34-5 victors.

September 12, 2022
Tributes for Nantwich Town councillor Philip Staley who has died aged 76

Tributes for Nantwich Town councillor Philip Staley who has died aged 76

Nantwich Town councillors have paid tribute to their fellow councillor Philip Staley who has died after a brave battle against cancer.

Cllr Staley, of Audlem Road, was a Conservative who represented the South Ward for the town council.

September 11, 2022
READER’S LETTER: Memories of the Queen in Crewe

READER’S LETTER: Memories of the Queen in Crewe

Dear Editor,
On June 24 1987, Queen Elizabeth II officially opened the Crewe Rail Heritage Centre.

The Crewe Rail Heritage Festival took place to mark 150th years since the arrival of the first passenger train to stop at Crewe station on the Grand Junction Railway.

September 11, 2022
Crewe & Nantwich MP delivers Queen tribute in House of Commons

Crewe & Nantwich MP delivers Queen tribute in House of Commons

Crewe & Nantwich MP Dr Kieran Mullan delivered a tribute speech to the Queen at yesterday’s special sitting of the House of Commons.

MPs gathered unusually on a Saturday to share special memories of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II following her death on Thursday.

September 11, 2022
Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire pays tribute to the Queen

Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire pays tribute to the Queen

The Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire, Lady Redmond MBE, has paid a moving tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.

Lady Redmond will join the High Sheriff of Cheshire Jeannie France-Hayhurst today at the County Proclamation outside Chester Town Hall.

September 11, 2022