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Perfect time to sell your old jewellery at auction, says Peter Wilson expert

Perfect time to sell your old jewellery at auction, says Peter Wilson expert

According to an article in the Independent in May 2019, women in the UK own more than £6.2 billion worth of unworn jewellery.

This study found that two thirds of women wore the same pieces from their collection everyday, instead of rotating pieces within their jewellery boxes.

November 11, 2019
Thousands pay respects on Remembrance Sunday across South Cheshire

Thousands pay respects on Remembrance Sunday across South Cheshire

Thousands of people gathered at services across South Cheshire on Remembrance Sunday to pay their respects to those who gave their lives and fought in wars.

Nantwich and Crewe held large parades and services, while smaller services were held at villages across the area.

November 11, 2019
Kath O'Dwyer

Candidates for £160,000-a-year Chief Exec post to be interviewed

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
Candidates vying to be named as Cheshire East Council’s first permanent chief executive in two and a half years will be interviewed this week.

A special meeting of CEC’s staffing committee has been called for 11.10am tomorrow (November 11) at the local authority’s Westfields headquarters, in Sandbach.

November 10, 2019
Crewe Athletic lose 100% record in Regional Sunday Premier League

Crewe Athletic lose 100% record in Regional Sunday Premier League

Crewe Athletic lost their 100% record when they went down 3-1 at Betley in the Crewe Regional Sunday League.

They led at half time thanks to a Josh Clarke goal.

November 10, 2019
Wistaston Scout Group pay tribute in Remembrance event

Wistaston Scout Group pay tribute in Remembrance event

By Jonathan White
Wistaston Scout Group (35th South West Cheshire) produced a fitting tribute to all those who lost their lives in war and conflict.

The group put together an impressive vertical display of poppies, made of plastic bottle ends painted red to resemble poppies, with the Union Flag flying on top.

November 10, 2019
Nantwich Town FA Cup run ended in AFC Fylde defeat

Nantwich Town FA Cup run ended in AFC Fylde defeat

Nantwich Town’s fine FA Cup run was narrowly ended in a tight 1st round clash by AFC Fylde, two leagues above.

The Dabbers performed well in front of packed crowd of more than 1,500 at Weaver Stadium, and were unlucky to lose by a single goal.

November 10, 2019
Readers’ Letters: Help children by attending local Christingle services

Readers’ Letters: Help children by attending local Christingle services

Dear Editor,

Last year, thousands of people came together to attend 157 local Christingle services across the Diocese of Chester.

These special events raise money for The Children’s Society to help vulnerable children and young people.

November 10, 2019
Review: The Body Snatcher, Crewe Lyceum Studio

Review: The Body Snatcher, Crewe Lyceum Studio

By Claire Faulkner
It’s been exciting to see a range of new writing and contemporary theatre at The Lyceum Studio this year.

November 10, 2019

Mercury Queen @ Crewe Lyceum Theatre

Saturday 23 November, 7:30PM Including performances of the most popular Queen hits, such as Bohemian Rhapsody, Radio Ga Ga, We Are The Champions, We Will Rock You and many more, this show will captivate any audience. From die-hard Queen fans through to new generations of music lovers, this incredible show will provide a Kind of Magic that Freddie and Queen[Read More…]

November 9, 2019
Readers’ Letters: How you can help RNIB team up with Santa!

Readers’ Letters: How you can help RNIB team up with Santa!

Dear Editor
I’m writing to let readers know that we have a very special festive treat for children with vision impairment in the run up to Christmas.

As you know, Santa receives millions of letters from children each year and works hard to respond to every single one – but he knows that often children with vision impairment are not able to read his reply.

November 9, 2019
2019 Nantwch Camera Club Photographic Exhibition

2019 Nantwch Camera Club Photographic Exhibition

The 2019 Nantwich Camera Club Photographic Exhibition featuring work from members of the successful club has opened at Nantwich Museum.

The annual event includes stunning print and projected images of a range of inspiring subjects.

November 9, 2019
Cheshire East Council publishes draft budget plan for 2020-21

Cheshire East Council publishes draft budget plan for 2020-21

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council chiefs have set out plans to balance the books next year.

Consultation has begun on the first draft budget to be drawn up by a non-Conservative administration in the council’s history after Labour and the Independent Group struck a deal following May’s local elections.

November 9, 2019
Third arrest made in serious assault incident in Nantwich house

Third arrest made in serious assault incident in Nantwich house

Police have made a third arrest in connection with an assault in Nantwich which left the victim with serious head injuries.

A 26-year-old man from St Helens has now been arrested and he has been released on conditional bail, Cheshire Police confirmed today.

November 8, 2019