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Nantwich schoolgirl has long hair cut off for children’s cancer charity

Nantwich schoolgirl has long hair cut off for children’s cancer charity

A young Nantwich schoolgirl has cut off her long hair to help create wigs for children with cancer.

Big-hearted Laura Midwinter, aged 9, wanted to help the Little Princess Trust which creates wigs for children who lose their hair through cancer treatment.

September 28, 2019
Beechmere aftermath

Government steps up probe into Beechmere blaze in Crewe

Ministers have instructed building experts to investigate the Beechmere fire in Crewe.

The Building Research Establishment (BRE), a world leading independent organisation, has been asked by the Government to look into how the fire spread so quickly.

September 28, 2019
Crewe & Nantwich Gymnastics club unveils bid to build new centre in Willaston

Crewe & Nantwich Gymnastics club unveils bid to build new centre in Willaston

A multi-million pound project to relocate Camm Street and build a new base for Crewe & Nantwich Gymnastics club has been unveiled.

Under the plan, in its early stages, a new 80x40m gymnastics building would be built, with land next to Vagrants in Willaston one of the possible locations.

September 27, 2019

Wildlife Talk – Bird Migration along the Black Sea Coasts

Wednesday 16th October 8pm at Methodist Church, Hospital Street, Nantwich CW5 5RP An illustrated talk by Steve Holmes about Bird Migration along the Black Sea Coasts £3.00 per person, including refreshments

September 27, 2019
Wistaston Young Drama Group earns distinction

Wistaston Young Drama Group earns distinction

Wistaston Young Drama Group has hit top marks in the London Academy of Dramatic Art examination results.

They earned a Distinction in choral speaking and in solo acting examinations.

September 26, 2019
Cheshire Archives and Local Studies project gets lottery go ahead

Cheshire Archives and Local Studies project gets lottery go ahead

Cheshire Archives and Local Studies has received National Lottery Heritage Fund go ahead for the next stage of a project for its future.

The project aims to transform access to collections and ensure their preservation for future generations.

September 26, 2019
Three-car collision on busy road causes delays in Stapeley

Three-car collision on busy road causes delays in Stapeley

A three-car collision on a busy Nantwich road caused delays earlier today.

The accident happened at around 8.40am, and added to the long queues caused by faulty level crossing barriers on all three rail crossings in Nantwich.

September 26, 2019
St Anne’s School in Nantwich hosts visit from MP Laura Smith

St Anne’s School in Nantwich hosts visit from MP Laura Smith

Teachers, pupils and governors at St Anne’s Catholic Primary School in Nantwich hosted a visit by MP Laura Smith
to discuss a range of issues impacting on education.

September 25, 2019
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC made Tom Curry an England star, says dad

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC made Tom Curry an England star, says dad

The dad of England rugby star Tom Curry has spoken of how Crewe and Nantwich RUFC made him the player he is today.

As Curry lines up alongside his England team mates in the World Cup in Japan, dad David has reflected on his and his twin Ben’s amazing rise in the sport.

September 25, 2019
Venues crowned winners at 2019 Nantwich Food Awards

Venues crowned winners at 2019 Nantwich Food Awards

Venues across Nantwich were crowned winners at the 2019 Nantwich Food Awards in Nantwich Civic Hall.

The awards were part of the Nantwich Food Festival which brought in more than 40,000 visitors to the town earlier this month.

September 25, 2019
Police hunt BMW driver who targeted girl, aged 15

Police hunt BMW driver who targeted girl, aged 15

Police are searching for a BMW driver who attempted to drag a 15-year-old girl into his car in Crewe.

The girl managed to scramble clear after a member of the public rushed to help her.

September 25, 2019
Bin collection days across Crewe and Nantwich set to change

Bin collection days across Crewe and Nantwich set to change

Bin collection days in Crewe and Nantwich are set to change from November, Cheshire East Council has announced.

They say stickers will be fixed to bins during collections over the next few weeks to give notice of changes from November 4.

September 24, 2019

RSPCA Stapeley Grange Masquerade Ball

A night not to be missed! Come and join us in celebrating 25 years of RSPCA Stapeley Grange at a glamorous Masquerade Ball! For one night, animal-lovers will come together to celebrate Stapeley Grange’s milestone and to enjoy an exciting and entertaining evening. Tickets for the event are £80 and includes: – Three-course meal – 1 bottle of wine per[Read More…]

September 24, 2019