Nantwich News

Man injured after car smash in Ridley, near Nantwich

One man was badly injured after a car crash on Whitchurch Road in Ridley, near Nantwich.

The driver had to be cut free from the wreckage of the accident. No other vehicles were involved.

April 28, 2019 —

Faddiley lose 3-0 to miss out on Premier Division runners up spot

Faddiley missed out on securing runners up spot in the Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division.

They needed to win at Betley to keep alive their hopes of finishing as runners up.

April 28, 2019 —

Nantwich teenager presented with Queen’s Commendation Bravery

Courageous Nantwich teenager Joe Rowlands has been presented with the Queen’s Commendation for Bravery by the Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire for saving his dad’s life in a dramatic kayaking incident at sea.

The 14-year-old Brine Leas pupil attended the presentation at Tatton Park with his proud mum and dad, Julie and Paul, of Stapeley.

April 28, 2019 —

Almost 1,500 emergency food parcels issued by Nantwich Foodbank in 2018-19

Nantwich Foodbank handed out 1,474 emergency food parcels to local people in last year, its latest figures show.

The shocking figures reveal three-day emergency food parcels given out between April 2018 and March 2019, with 651 going to children, was an 11% rise no the previous year.

April 27, 2019 —

93% parents offered first choice primary school, says Cheshire East Council

Nearly 93% of parents have secured their first choice primary school for September 2019 admission, according to Cheshire East Council.

Admissions figures show local schools offered 98.4% of Cheshire East residents a place at a school of their choice – with nearly 93% being offered their first preference.

April 27, 2019 —

Remarkable story of Nantwich rescue dog’s survival after being shot and run over

A rescue dog from Nantwich who survived being shot in Cyprus and was flown over to the UK only to escape and get hit by a car on the M56, has made a remarkable recovery from his injuries.
Read his heart-warming tale, here

April 27, 2019 —

Cheshire East Council defends £1,000-a-day temporary officer

By Stephen Topping, local democracy reporter
The hiring of a temporary officer for more than £1,000 a day has been defended by Cheshire East Council chiefs who insist the alternatives were more costly.

Cheshire East has hired an interim officer to take on the role of monitoring officer – a role required by law, with responsibility for ensuring the council’s code of conduct is followed by members and officers.

April 26, 2019 —

Richmond Village collects 156 Easter eggs for Leighton Hospital children’s ward

Nurses from the children’s ward at Leighton Hospital teamed up with a Women’s Refuge and YMCA to pick up a collection of 156 Easter Eggs at Richmond Village in Nantwich.

The Nantwich retirement village appealed to its residents and members of the community for three weeks to donate Easter eggs ahead of Easter weekend.

April 26, 2019 —

Reaseheath students rescue “beached” whale and dolphins!

A beached pilot whale and several dolphins and seals have been successfully rescued from the front lawn at Reaseheath College in Nantwich.

But thankfully this was a simulated rescue to enable 40 Animal Science students to gain an internationally recognised qualification in wildlife rescue!

April 26, 2019 —

Creating Dementia Friendly Nantwich to stage Action Day

A campaign to tackle stigma and lack of understanding around dementia has been backed by Nantwich businesses and volunteers.

People from care providers, police, churches, Cheshire East Cheshire, Age UK, carers and local patient representatives have formed “Creating Dementia Friendly Nantwich”.

April 25, 2019 —

Nantwich Town win back to back Cheshire Cup finals after 5-2 win over Cammell Laird

By James Brown
Nantwich Town made it back-to-back Cheshire Senior Cup titles with a convincing 5-2 victory over Cammell Laird 1907 at Altrincham FC.

The Dabbers were quick out of the blocks, looking composed in possession and producing some lovely link-up play which ultimately led to the opening goal of the game on nine minutes from the penalty spot.

April 25, 2019 —