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Cheshire Police unveils new crime-tackling drone

Cheshire Police unveils new crime-tackling drone

Cheshire Police have unveiled a new drone as it takes to the skies to tackle crime in the county.

The Matrice 300RTK drone, also known as an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), will equip the frontline with a powerful tool to support officers in their daily duties.

August 24, 2020

Connected Community Partnership meeting

Neighbourhood Partnerships in Cheshire East aim to bring together a wide range of residents, charities, community groups, businesses and statutory services in order to set local priorities for shared working. Our current priorities include: • Dementia • Social Isolation • Public Realm • Young Peoples Aspirations The next online meeting takes place Tuesday 15th September 2pm. Places are limited. To[Read More…]

August 24, 2020
Dog walker launches Nantwich project to tackle fouling

Dog walker launches Nantwich project to tackle fouling

A woman who runs a dog walking business has launched a new project to tackle the scourge of dog fouling in Nantwich.

Emma Caskie, who runs HoundClub Pet Services, hopes her community project will ease the dog mess problems in the town as well as encourage people to shop in dog friendly shops in the town.

August 24, 2020

Mindful Movement & Moments of Calm

Transformotion DMP are delivering Tai Chi and Qi Gong sessions online and are really encouraged by feedback from their participants. People who were initially reluctant to use technology have discovered new skills and through virtual classes the Nantwich-based company have been able to reach more people and offer more sessions than before when they physically located. Some participants have expressed[Read More…]

August 23, 2020
Nantwich Town hits £20,000 target to help survive pandemic

Nantwich Town hits £20,000 target to help survive pandemic

Generous donations from hundreds of people and local businesses have helped Nantwich Town raise £20,000 to help it survive the COVID pandemic.

Donations include £3,000 from Applewood Independent and another £1,000 from Everything Genetic Ltd.

August 23, 2020

The Pathfinder East Service

The Pathfinder East service helps vulnerable adults who live in the area by filling in the gaps that exist in the support available, and helping people to navigate other services and make sure they are getting the most appropriate support. For example, we can provide information on local social groups, transport schemes or cleaners, tradesmen and carers. We can also[Read More…]

August 23, 2020
Nantwich care village resident celebrates 101st birthday – with 101 cards!

Nantwich care village resident celebrates 101st birthday – with 101 cards!

A care village resident in Nantwich has celebrated her 101st birthday – and received exactly 101 birthday cards to help!

Dorothy Hill, resident at Richmond Villages Nantwich, celebrated with cake, cards and flowers galore.

August 23, 2020
Active Waterways Cheshire launches Over 55s fitness scheme

Active Waterways Cheshire launches Over 55s fitness scheme

The Canal & River Trust has launched a new free 12-week health and fitness programme of weekly waterside walks for Cheshire residents aged over 55.

The “Active Waterways Cheshire” scheme aims to encourage less active people to increase their fitness levels and improve their health and wellbeing.

August 23, 2020
Sean Cooke shoots at goal

Nantwich Town held to draw by Marine as fans return to football

By Liam Price
A late Sean Cooke penalty secured Nantwich Town a 1-1 draw with Marine in the club’s first match in front of supporters at the Weaver Stadium for 165 days.

Cooke was brought down in the 88th minute, shortly after Marine’s Josh Hmami was shown a straight red card for an incident with Nantwich’s Josh Green.

August 23, 2020
Fire crews tackle car fire on busy A51 near Nantwich

Fire crews tackle car fire on busy A51 near Nantwich

Fire crews tackled a vehicle fire when a car went up in flames on the A51 London Road at Walgherton near Nantwich.

The incident happened at around 5.50am yesterday (August 22) when crews from Nantwich were called out to find the unoccupied vehicle well alight on a bend in the road.

August 23, 2020
Furniture store donates £32,000 for Leighton Hospital wellbeing rooms

Furniture store donates £32,000 for Leighton Hospital wellbeing rooms

A designer furniture store has added a touch of luxury to Leighton Hospital – after donating £32,000 worth of items.

Arighi Bianchi, based in Macclesfield, has provided the hospital with a range of leather armchairs, tables and wall art to be enjoyed by its staff.

August 22, 2020
New Chief Inspector for Crewe and Nantwich appointed

New Chief Inspector for Crewe and Nantwich appointed

A new Chief Inspector for the Crewe and Nantwich Local Policing Unit has been appointed.

Chief Inspector Fez Khan takes up the position after 15 years serving with Cheshire Constabulary.

August 22, 2020
FEATURE: Can non league football survive without major sponsor?

FEATURE: Can non league football survive without major sponsor?

The problem is clear… but the solution is anything but.

Non league football in the UK faces tough times with tightening of belts.

August 22, 2020