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“Pedal for Pounds” Cancer Research event comes to Crewe and Nantwich

“Pedal for Pounds” Cancer Research event comes to Crewe and Nantwich

A month-long virtual cycling challenge for all ages and abilities, Pedal For Pounds, is coming to South Cheshire in June in a bid to raise money for Cancer Research UK.

May 14, 2021
Police hunt attacker who targeted cyclist in Crewe

Police hunt attacker who targeted cyclist in Crewe

Detectives are hunting an attacker who seriously assaulted a cyclist and stole his bike.

The robbery happened in Crewe when the victim, a man in his 20s who lives in the town, was cycling near the junction of Ruskin Road and Gainsborough Road.

May 14, 2021
FEATURE: What does the future hold for online gaming?

FEATURE: What does the future hold for online gaming?

By the end of 2021, the worldwide online gaming industry is expected to be worth a whopping $2.2 trillion.

Back in 2015, the sector was worth $1.72 trillion. This represents an increase of $480 billion in just six years – reflecting a growth rate so huge it could almost be called a revolution.

May 14, 2021
READER’S LETTER: 2021 National Lottery Awards now open for entries

READER’S LETTER: 2021 National Lottery Awards now open for entries

Dear Editor,

Once again, the annual search for the UK’s favourite National Lottery funded people and projects will recognise those individuals and organisations who have made an extraordinary impact in their community – especially during these unprecedented times.

May 13, 2021

Livery available – Nantwich

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May 13, 2021
Leighton Hospital celebrates 40,000 Covid vaccine milestone

Leighton Hospital celebrates 40,000 Covid vaccine milestone

Leighton Hospital teams are celebrating after reaching the milestone of administering 40,000 doses of the Covid-19 vaccine.

Its vaccination centre opened on December 29 with the aim to vaccinate 7,000 people, including frontline healthcare workers and priority groups.

May 13, 2021
Nantwich Scout group returns with outdoor meetings

Nantwich Scout group returns with outdoor meetings

A Nantwich Scout group has returned to action after a year out from Covid – with weekly “outdoor” meetings!

And thanks to a donation, the 38th Cheshire Scouts group is able to stage them safely after buying face coverings, sanitiser and outdoor equipment.

May 13, 2021
READER’S LETTER: Gritting u-turn “victory for common sense”

READER’S LETTER: Gritting u-turn “victory for common sense”

Dear Editor

I have fought long and hard for residents from our Ward and for those who use Colleys Lane to access either the A534 Crewe/Nantwich Road or the A530 Middlewich Road, by repeatedly asking for Cheshire East’s Labour/Independent Administration to reconsider their decision to cut it from the Winter Gritting Routes.

May 13, 2021
Nantwich driver Jordan Witt heads for Germany race weekend

Nantwich driver Jordan Witt heads for Germany race weekend

Nantwich racing driver Jordan Witt heads for Hockenheimring for races three and four of the Fanatec GT2 European Series this weekend.

It will be the endurance driver’s first ever visit to the renowned Rhine Valley track in Germany.

May 12, 2021
Cheshire Police dogs issued ID cards to tighten law on attacks

Cheshire Police dogs issued ID cards to tighten law on attacks

Cheshire’s police dogs have been issued with individual collar numbers and ID cards in a bid to protect them from injuries and attacks by suspects.

The introduction of collar numbers comes after the passing of Finn’s Law in 2019.

May 12, 2021
Charity Crewe Alex football match raises thousands for The Christie

Charity Crewe Alex football match raises thousands for The Christie

By Jonathan White
A charity football match at Crewe Alexandra has helped raise vital funds for The Christie cancer centre.

The match was organised by Crewe Alex FC stadium announcer and lifelong fan, Andrew Scoffin, who is fighting cancer for the second time in 11 years.

May 11, 2021
Cheshire East “Swab Squad” pilots rapid testing advice in supermarkets

Cheshire East “Swab Squad” pilots rapid testing advice in supermarkets

Cheshire East Council’s “Swab Squad” is piloting a new rapid testing service across the borough.

The “Swab Squad” is a team which aims to support residents and local business with Covid-19 testing.

May 11, 2021
Police step up presence in Stapeley amid reports of drug dealing

Police step up presence in Stapeley amid reports of drug dealing

Police in Nantwich say they are stepping up their presence on an estate in Stapeley amid reports of problems with drug dealing and use.

Some residents on the Pear Tree Field/Cronkinson development say dealing has been going on for weeks “openly” with young men in cars and on bikes.

May 11, 2021