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Leighton Hospital among those receiving 7,000 teddy bears

Leighton Hospital among those receiving 7,000 teddy bears

Leighton Hospital and other Cheshire hospitals have received a donation of 7,000 cuddly teddy bears.

The bears, from the Freemasons of Cheshire, will help ease anxiety felt by children going to hospital.

July 30, 2024
“A gathering of strangers” quilt on display at Nantwich Museum

“A gathering of strangers” quilt on display at Nantwich Museum

Nantwich Museum is showcasing a new quilt made by Jan Aldersay of local textile group ‘Connected Threads’ which has been donated to the museum.

Making of the quilt was inspired by the Art Fund podcast “Meet Me At The Museum”, as well as her personal visits to museums and galleries over many years.

July 30, 2024
Nantwich CC 1sts beat Alderley Edge to maintain title bid

Nantwich CC 1sts beat Alderley Edge to maintain title bid

Nantwich Cricket Club’s 1st team maintained their Cheshire County League title challenge with an emphatic win at Alderley Edge on Saturday.

Put into bat on a bowler-friendly wicket, Nantwich – without their injured top run-scorer Luke Robinson – did not find it easy but opener Ben Wright (52) dug in for a half-century that was the foundation of the visitors’ 166-9 from 45 overs.

July 29, 2024
How to improve WiFi network security?

How to improve WiFi network security?

How much do you rely on your home Wi-Fi? Probably a lot!

From online banking to streaming movies, many devices depend on it. But an unsecured Wi-Fi network can be a playground for hackers.

July 29, 2024
Nantwich Food Festival steps out with new history walking tour

Nantwich Food Festival steps out with new history walking tour

Nantwich Food Festival has unveiled a tasty new attraction taking visitors on a walking tour of the town’s foodie heritage.

The Food History Walking Tour will take place over the festival weekend, August 30-September 1, and include visits to Nantwich Museum on Pillory Street, The Cheese Shop on Hospital Street, Nantwich Market on Market Street and The Black Lion on Welsh Row.

July 29, 2024
Fire crews tackle major blaze near Leighton Hospital

Fire crews tackle major blaze near Leighton Hospital

Fire crews across South Cheshire have been battling a major blaze on land close to Leighton Hospital.

The fire broke out in two barns off Middlewich Road in Leighton in the early hours of this morning.

July 29, 2024
Former detective from Nantwich jailed and banned from town

Former detective from Nantwich jailed and banned from town

A former police detective found guilty of assaulting a woman has been jailed and banner from entering Nantwich for 10 years.

Paul Whitehurst was jailed at Chester Crown Court today for 18 weeks and given an indefinite restraining order which prevents him from contacting the victim.

July 29, 2024
Bentley Motors marks milestone in new Design Centre

Bentley Motors marks milestone in new Design Centre

Bentley Motors in Crewe has marked a milestone in the construction of its new Design Centre with a topping out ceremony.

It follows the completion of the building’s structural phase at the company’s South Cheshire base on Pyms Lane.

July 28, 2024
New Nantwich Youth and Community Centre set to open

New Nantwich Youth and Community Centre set to open

Nantwich’s new “youth hub” at the revamped Nantwich Youth and Community Centre is set to open its doors.

After months of hard work, the summer youth club is to open on Wednesday July 31 with an official opening event scheduled for September.

July 28, 2024
England’s next test: The UEFA Nations League

England’s next test: The UEFA Nations League

The UEFA Nations League is a tournament that takes place between the European Championships and the World Cup.

A new addition, it will be the first real outing for the England men’s team since the departure of Gareth Southgate.

July 28, 2024
Balancing convenience and comfort: choosing right stroller for holidays

Balancing convenience and comfort: choosing right stroller for holidays

Travelling with a young family can be quite demanding, involving a balancing act between what is practical for you, and at the same time giving your child the comfort it deserves.

Choosing the right stroller can make a big difference in how enjoyable and manageable your holiday will be.

July 28, 2024
Nantwich Town play Prescot Cables in 140th anniversary game

Nantwich Town play Prescot Cables in 140th anniversary game

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Town played their final pre-season game in a special joint 140th anniversary celebration match against Prescot Cables.

Both clubs were formed in 1884, so the teams played to win the inaugural “1884 Cup” at the Swansway Stadium.

July 27, 2024
Shavington hoaxer sentenced to 12 months for arson

Shavington hoaxer sentenced to 12 months for arson

A 31-year-old woman from Shavington who made over 160 hoax calls to police and set fire to a flat in Crewe has been jailed.

Polly Swindail, of Sable Road, Shavington, appeared at Chester Crown Court today (Friday 26 July) where she was sentenced to 12 months in prison.

July 26, 2024