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Nantwich paralympian Andy Small in historic torch handover

Nantwich paralympian Andy Small in historic torch handover

These were the moments when Nantwich Paralympic gold medallist Andy Small completed a historic handover this week.

Andy was selected to be UK team captain for the transfer of the Paralympic torch under the sea in the Channel Tunnel with the French team.

August 28, 2024
Nantwich reach regional finals of “Walking Football” FA Cup

Nantwich reach regional finals of “Walking Football” FA Cup

Nantwich Walking Football club were among teams to take part in the first Walking Football FA CUP to be held in Cheshire.

The tournament, which helped raise funds for local charity the Joshua Tree, saw a number of teams playing each other in a round robin style event.

August 28, 2024
Ways to ensure front of your home is always up to high standard

Ways to ensure front of your home is always up to high standard

The face of your house is what you show to those who come visiting.

Just as a smile may greet a friend, a maintained exterior positively impacts the surroundings and increases the value of a property.

August 28, 2024
Application process for same day loans: Step-by-step guide

Application process for same day loans: Step-by-step guide

In today’s fast-paced world, financial emergencies can spring up without warning.

Fortunately, there are options like same day loans that provide immediate relief in such circumstances.

August 28, 2024
Stapeley nursery rated Good in latest Ofsted inspection

Stapeley nursery rated Good in latest Ofsted inspection

Staff at a nursery in Stapeley are celebrating after Ofsted rated them ‘Good’ in their latest inspection.

Parklands Day Nursery was praised in the report for creating a “calm and tranquil” environment and for bonds created between staff and children.

August 27, 2024
Cheshire Fire Service to launch recruitment scheme

Cheshire Fire Service to launch recruitment scheme

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service is opening its full-time firefighter recruitment window on Thursday (August 29).

The service aims to recruit a new cohort of firefighters who will begin training at the end of March 2025.

August 27, 2024
Nantwich Concert Band to stage open rehearsals

Nantwich Concert Band to stage open rehearsals

Nantwich Concert Band is to stage a series of open rehearsals in a bid to attract new members.

The rehearsal nights will take place on Wednesdays throughout September at Highfields Academy on Cumberland Avenue in Nantwich.

August 27, 2024
Jimmy Warrington helps Nantwich CC to win at Grappenhall

Jimmy Warrington helps Nantwich CC to win at Grappenhall

A devastating spell of pace bowling from Jimmy Warrington kept Nantwich Cricket Club’s hopes of winning the Cheshire ECB Premier League title alive.

Having won the toss and chosen to bat at Grappenhall, the Dabbers were bowled out for 157 and failed to use six of their 50 overs.

August 27, 2024
Aqueduct Marina near Nantwich hosts key Trust event

Aqueduct Marina near Nantwich hosts key Trust event

Aqueduct Marina near Nantwich hosted the Canal & River Trust national engineering team annual health and safety update.

The event provides attendees with a chance to get hands-on with new equipment and also learn the latest H&S information.

August 26, 2024
Cheshire Wildlife Trust unveil 2025 calendar competition winners

Cheshire Wildlife Trust unveil 2025 calendar competition winners

Cheshire Wildlife Trust has unveiled the 12 winners of their 2025 calendar competition.

The competition saw budding photographers submit their photos of wildlife and wild places to be featured in the calendar.

August 26, 2024
Cheshire East says devolution deal “must be good for borough”

Cheshire East says devolution deal “must be good for borough”

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East is meeting with government next month for talks about a possible devolution deal with Cheshire West & Chester and Warrington – but stressed it must be good for the borough.

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has written to all councils encouraging them to enter discussions early so the government can devolve new powers over transport, skills, housing, planning and employment support.

August 26, 2024
Nantwich Town slip to defeat at home to Wythenshawe

Nantwich Town slip to defeat at home to Wythenshawe

By Liam Price
Wythenshawe claimed their first ever win in the modern eighth tier of English football with a 2-1 victory over Nantwich at the Swansway Stadium.

Jon Moran reached 100 Nantwich appearances, while Joel Connolly joined Troy Bourne, Kai Evans and Perry Bircumshaw on the injury list, with Tom Pratt replacing Connolly.

August 25, 2024
Nantwich Food Festival aims to cut environmental waste

Nantwich Food Festival aims to cut environmental waste

Nantwich Food Festival organisers have teamed up with Sustainable Nantwich to cut the environmental impact of the town’s biggest event of the year.

The local environmental group has been working with organisers to introduce a comprehensive waste recycling scheme for the big weekend.

August 25, 2024