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Nantwich community groups bid for £162,000 New Homes Bonus fund

Nantwich community groups bid for £162,000 New Homes Bonus fund

Community groups from Nantwich can put bids together for a slice of a £162,000 pot made available under the New Homes Bonus fund.

Nantwich is one of seven areas of Cheshire East to benefit from a £2 million pot of funding over the next two years.

November 19, 2018
Nantwich pub’s damning food hygiene report after inspection

Nantwich pub’s damning food hygiene report after inspection

A Nantwich pub has received a damning environmental health report into its food hygiene practices.

Cronkinson’s Farm pub in Stapeley received just a ‘1’ rating out of 5 in the latest inspection in October – the second lowest score.

November 18, 2018
Nantwich firm Applewood Independent celebrates 20th anniversary

Nantwich firm Applewood Independent celebrates 20th anniversary

Staff at Nantwich-based Applewood Independent Limited have celebrated the company’s 20th birthday in style.

Bosses organised a function for their clients at Nantwich Civic Hall as part of the anniversary celebrations.

November 18, 2018
Nantwich students launch year-long fundraiser for Diabetes UK

Nantwich students launch year-long fundraiser for Diabetes UK

Students at Reaseheath College in Nantwich have launched a year of activities to raise funds for Diabetes UK and increasing awareness of the condition.

Members of Reaseheath’s Student Association chose World Diabetes Day to announce that Diabetes UK would be their charity of the year.

November 18, 2018
Nantwich Town held to 2-2 draw away at Bamber Bridge

Nantwich Town held to 2-2 draw away at Bamber Bridge

By Ryan Batty
A late equaliser from Alistair Waddecar condemned Nantwich Town to a frustrating 2-2 draw against Bamber Bridge at the Sir Tom Finney Stadium.

The Dabbers led twice but two great efforts from Waddecar saw Dave Cooke’s side drop two points in their pursuit of top spot.

November 18, 2018
Thousands pack town centre for Nantwich Christmas Lights switch on

Thousands pack town centre for Nantwich Christmas Lights switch on

Thousands of people packed in to Nantwich town square to enjoy the festivities of the Nantwich Christmas Lights switch-on event.

The event, organised by Nantwich Town Council, proved as popular as ever and featured music, entertainment, fireworks and laughter.

November 17, 2018
Wingate Centre  Wonderland in Wrenbury launches on December 8

Wingate Centre Wonderland in Wrenbury launches on December 8

The Wingate Children’s Centre in Wrenbury is planning a Wingate Winter Wonderland event for December 8.

The centre, which caters for children with complex physical and learning disabilities, will open its doors to everyone for the event which plays a key role in their fundraising calendar.

November 16, 2018
Crewe and Nantwich schools and firms raise for Children in Need

Crewe and Nantwich schools and firms raise for Children in Need

Schools and organisations across Crewe and Nantwich have been raising money for the annual Children in Need appeal this week.

Malbank Sixth Form College students have been raising money for Children in Need this week.

November 16, 2018
Cheshire Police changes “vetting process” after rapist Naude recruited despite previous allegations

Cheshire Police changes “vetting process” after rapist Naude recruited despite previous allegations

Cheshire Police chiefs have changed their vetting process for new recruits following the fall out from the Ian Naude case.

Naude, 30, joined the force in 2017 and went on to rape a 13-year-old girl while based in Crewe.

November 16, 2018
Shropshire Union Canal through Cheshire to £612,000 of repairs

Shropshire Union Canal through Cheshire to £612,000 of repairs

Shropshire Union Canal through Cheshire is to undergo more than £600,000 of repairs.

The Canal & River Trust, the national waterways and wellbeing charity, has scheduled the work over winter in Audlem, Beeston, Chester and Market Drayton.

November 16, 2018
Cheshire Police officer Ian Naude guilty of catalogue of sex crimes on nine young victims

Cheshire Police officer Ian Naude guilty of catalogue of sex crimes on nine young victims

A student police officer based in Crewe has been found guilty of raping a 13-year-old girl – just after he clocked off duty.

Father-of-one Ian Naude drove his victim to secluded waste ground, sexually assaulted and raped her while filming some of it on his mobile phone.

November 15, 2018
Nantwich Museum Christmas Craft Fair set for November 24

Nantwich Museum Christmas Craft Fair set for November 24

Nantwich Museum’s Christmas Craft Fair featuring goods made by the museum’s Craft Group will take place 10.30am to 3pm on Saturday November 24.

Items for sale in aid of museum funds include handmade Christmas gifts and decorations.

November 15, 2018
Stapeley school undergoes £250,000 extension and refurb

Stapeley school undergoes £250,000 extension and refurb

Pear Tree Primary School in Stapeley is undergoing a £250,000 extension and refurbishment to cater for growing pupil numbers.

Builders have moved in and work is underway following the school’s successful application for funding.

November 15, 2018