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Nantwich firms hailed at first “Made Smarter” awards

Nantwich firms hailed at first “Made Smarter” awards

Firms in Nantwich pursuing digital transformation have been celebrated at the inaugural Made Smarter Adoption Awards.

The awards champion manufacturing and engineering companies who have committed to adopting technology and skills to digitalise, decarbonise and drive growth.

June 15, 2024
Nantwich Town club captain Tory Bourne signs new contract

Nantwich Town club captain Tory Bourne signs new contract

Nantwich Town club captain Troy Bourne has signed a contract to remain at the club for the 2024/25 season.

Bourne’s long association with the club has seen him rise through the youth ranks to the first team captain.

June 15, 2024
New homes plan for Doddington Estate near Nantwich

New homes plan for Doddington Estate near Nantwich

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Plans have been submitted for 18 homes on land at Doddington Estate at Bridgemere, which is expected to see a total of 112 dwellings on site over future years.

Outline permission for the scheme was granted at appeal in 2020 after Cheshire East Council refused the application.

June 14, 2024
Nantwich shoplifter jailed for breaching Criminal Behaviour Order

Nantwich shoplifter jailed for breaching Criminal Behaviour Order

A prolific shoplifter who targeted stores across Nantwich, Shavington and Crewe has been jailed after breaching his Criminal Behaviour Order.

Ian James McIntyre, of no fixed abode but of Crewe, appeared at Chester Magistrates’ Court yesterday (June 13) where he was jailed for 18 weeks.

June 14, 2024
Fire crews attend kitchen blaze in Nantwich house

Fire crews attend kitchen blaze in Nantwich house

Fire crews were called to a kitchen fire at a family home in Nantwich last night (June 13).

The incident happened at around 9pm at a property on Talbot Way, in Stapeley.

June 14, 2024
Coach House Forge celebrates 10 years in Nantwich

Coach House Forge celebrates 10 years in Nantwich

A family-run Blacksmiths in Nantwich is celebrating 10 years of forging in the town!

Coach House Forge is run by husband and wife team Chris and Amy Danby.

June 14, 2024
Best-selling author to visit Nantwich for talk on new novel

Best-selling author to visit Nantwich for talk on new novel

By Jonathan White
Multi-million bestselling author Adele Parks is coming to Nantwich on July 3 on her launch tour for her latest novel, ‘First Wife’s Shadow’.

Parks is author of 23 bestselling novels including the recent Sunday Times hit Just Between Us and the audible Number One sensation One Last Secret.

June 14, 2024
Seven arrested following disturbances in Nantwich and Crewe

Seven arrested following disturbances in Nantwich and Crewe

Seven youths have been arrested by police after a series of disturbances in Nantwich and Crewe last night (June 12).

Officers said they received a number of reports of incidents in Crewe and Nantwich involving a group of youths.

June 13, 2024
“Railway House” in Nantwich returned to its former glory

“Railway House” in Nantwich returned to its former glory

An iconic home in Nantwich has been returned to its former glory by a local business.

The “Railway House” sits next to the level crossing on London Road in Nantwich.

June 13, 2024
Crescent Garage in Nantwich to close after death of owner

Crescent Garage in Nantwich to close after death of owner

The popular Crescent Garage in Nantwich is to close permanently after the sad death of its 91-year-old owner John “Jack” Field.

The family-run outlet has announced it is closing for good after tomorrow (June 14).

June 13, 2024
Clough’s of Nantwich to relocate after 70 years

Clough’s of Nantwich to relocate after 70 years

The owners of Clough’s of Nantwich are set to relocate to Stapeley after more than 70 years on Welsh Row.

The well-known independent business, which sells bespoke curtains, blinds, and shutters, is to open a new studio at Stapeley House, on London Road.

June 13, 2024
How the taxi industry is evolving in 2024

How the taxi industry is evolving in 2024

The taxi industry has seen significant changes in recent years, with 2024 marking a new era of innovation and customer-focused services.

The demands and expectations of passengers are shaping these developments, making taxi services more inclusive and efficient.

June 12, 2024
RNLI fundraisers from Audlem and Nantwich in Royal day out

RNLI fundraisers from Audlem and Nantwich in Royal day out

Two local RNLI fundraisers enjoyed a royal day out when they attended the charity’s 200th anniversary garden party at Buckingham Palace.

Janet Maughan, of Overwater Marina near Audlem, joined Christine Cottrell, a staunch supporter of the Crewe and Nantwich Branch of the RNLI for more than 20 years.

June 12, 2024