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Beam Heath Trust “claims day” to take place on September 29

Beam Heath Trust “claims day” to take place on September 29

The Beam heath Trust “Claims Day” will take place at the St Mary’s Parish Hall in Nantwich on Wednesday September 29.

Claimants of Beam Heath dividends have two sessions to make claims, between 3pm and 4.30pm and between 6pm and 7pm

September 20, 2021
Panto Sleeping Beauty set to be big hit at Crewe Lyceum

Panto Sleeping Beauty set to be big hit at Crewe Lyceum

By Claire Faulkner
Crewe Lyceum is set to welcome audiences back to the theatre this Christmas with the pantomime Sleeping Beauty.

And panto stars including Bobby Davro are more excited than ever about this year’s show.

September 20, 2021
Nantwich primary school’s vegetable crop is un-beet-able!

Nantwich primary school’s vegetable crop is un-beet-able!

Primary school pupils in Nantwich are enjoying a bumper crop of vegetables planted by the Year 6 class who left in the summer.

Senior members of the Millfields Primary School gardening club have left behind a legacy under the tutelage of site manager Mr Cornes.

September 20, 2021
Crewe Ath stay top of Premier Division after thumping Faddiley 7-0

Crewe Ath stay top of Premier Division after thumping Faddiley 7-0

Crewe Athletic stay top of the Premier Division with a 100% record after a 7-0 victory over Faddiley, who are still having player availability issues.

Nick Raymond, Callum Chapman and Jordan Amson each scored twice, with Brandon Luke Gillan also on target.

September 19, 2021
BMX bike fans reunite in South Cheshire for annual social ride

BMX bike fans reunite in South Cheshire for annual social ride

By Jonathan White
Old school BMX bike fans from around the UK converged on South Cheshire for their annual social ride in and around Crewe.

BMXers gathered for breakfast at Brewers Fayre Brocklebank on Weston Road, near Crewe railway station before their “Crewe and Cheshire old school ride out” event organised by Crewe and Cheshire old school BMX club.

September 19, 2021
Nantwich DJs fundraiser boosts kidney cancer charity

Nantwich DJs fundraiser boosts kidney cancer charity

By Jonathan White
A fundraising Nantwich Northern Soul/Motown All Dayer involving 11 DJs and more than 240 people has helped raise thousands for cancer charity.

The event was organised by father and son Dave and Steve Pointon to raise money for “Kidney Cancer Support Network”.

September 19, 2021
Nantwich Town knocked out of FA Cup by Banbury

Nantwich Town knocked out of FA Cup by Banbury

Nantwich Town suffered FA Cup heartache after being knocked out by Banbury’s last minute winner.

The Dabbers, with new signing David Vaughan in the squad, had taken a first half lead through James Lawrie on 20 minutes.

September 19, 2021
Wistaston Tennis Finals Day remembers club stalwarts

Wistaston Tennis Finals Day remembers club stalwarts

By Jonathan White
Club stalwarts were honoured at the annual Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club Finals Day.

The event, at Wistaston Memorial Hall & Community Centre on Church Lane, was hosted by Bill Heath, WJTC Chairman.

September 18, 2021
READER’S LETTER: Cheshire East services “are in stark decline”

READER’S LETTER: Cheshire East services “are in stark decline”

Dear Editor,
Labour run Cheshire East Council has appointed four senior roles with combined pay of almost £500,000.

The Borough Council can afford to pay these fat cat salaries….. but day to day services are in a stark decline.

September 18, 2021
Willaston councillor may quit after homophobic abuse by youths

Willaston councillor may quit after homophobic abuse by youths

A Willaston councillor says he may quit after suffering a second homophobic assault in the village.

Cllr Craig Bailey says he and his partner Wayne were verbally abused by two youths.

September 18, 2021
‘On demand’ rural bus service to launch between Nantwich and Audlem

‘On demand’ rural bus service to launch between Nantwich and Audlem

A new on-demand rural bus service is being launched to cover south of Nantwich connecting Audlem and other villages.

The Cheshire East Council “go-too” pilot scheme is aimed at tackling rural isolation.

September 18, 2021
REVIEW: Wait Until Dark, by Nantwich Players

REVIEW: Wait Until Dark, by Nantwich Players

Nantwich Players’ latest production is the psychological thriller Wait Until Dark by Frederick Knott, writes Claire Faulkner.

Directed by Jeremy Acklam this story follows the story of Susy, a blind woman who has fallen victim to three murderous con men.

September 18, 2021
Former Wales and Crewe Alex midfielder signs for Nantwich Town

Former Wales and Crewe Alex midfielder signs for Nantwich Town

Former Crewe Alexandra and Wales midfielder David Vaughan has signed for Nantwich Town.

The 38-year-old began his career at Crewe where he made his first team debut in August 2000 in a 0-0 draw against Blackburn.

September 18, 2021