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Willaston residents plant 250 trees at Lettie Spencer field

Willaston residents plant 250 trees at Lettie Spencer field

Twenty-five residents in Willaston turned out to help plant more than 250 trees on the Lettie Spencer Playing Field.

The trees, including Birch, Rowan and Hazel species, were planted in areas to improve wildlife habitat and visual interest for park users.

November 25, 2017
Crewe Christmas lights switch on hailed big success

Crewe Christmas lights switch on hailed big success

By Jonathan White
Families young and old packed in to Crewe town centre for the annual Christmas lights switch on.

Entertainment on the Market Square included music from TheFunkyChoir.com, Ruskin High School Choir and Ruskin High School Dance Team.

November 25, 2017
Nantwich pupils visited by Mercenaries of Mercia

Nantwich pupils visited by Mercenaries of Mercia

Youngsters at Nantwich Primary Academy and Nursery were taken back in time by some special visitors.

Pupils in Year 4 who have been studying Vikings and Anglo-Saxons, were surprised when members of the Mercenaries of Mercia marched into their class!

November 25, 2017
Nantwich care firm employees team up with Health Shield

Nantwich care firm employees team up with Health Shield

A Nantwich care firm has teamed up with an award-winning Crewe company to provide health benefits for its workers.

Side by Side Care, based at the Barony Business Park, provides home-based care to clients across Cheshire.

November 24, 2017
David Keane

Cheshire Police Commissioner issues challenge to Chancellor over funding

The Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner has set down a challenge to the Chancellor to provide fair funding for Cheshire’s police force.

David Keane has issued an open letter outlining the challenges that could be posed by a “woeful” flat cash settlement.

November 24, 2017
Thousands enjoy Nantwich Christmas Lights switch-on

Thousands enjoy Nantwich Christmas Lights switch-on

By Jonathan White
Thousands of people enjoyed the Nantwich Christmas Lights switch on in the town square.

Chris Radford from The Cat 107.9 FM community radio returned to compere the event with entertainment on stage.

November 24, 2017

Christmas Artisan Market at Reaseheath College, Nantwich

Saturday 2nd December 10am – 4pm Buy original handmade and vintage gifts from over 50 local Etsy South Cheshire designer makers. Products include sculpture, homeware, paintings and prints, clothing and accessories, stationery and cards, jewellery, decorations and edible gifts. FREE goody bag for the first 50 adults through the door. PRE-ORDER at www.etsy.com/pages/etsysc and pick up your purchases on the[Read More…]

November 24, 2017
Wistaston Scout Group leader’s calendar boosts new centre

Wistaston Scout Group leader’s calendar boosts new centre

A young Wistaston Scout leader has produced a fundraising 2018 calendar – to help raise money for the group’s new base.

The calendar is the idea of Ellie Newbrook, 17, from Nantwich, who is a Young Leader at the Wistaston Scout Group.

November 23, 2017
Nantwich Civic Society celebrates 50 years with special museum exhibition

Nantwich Civic Society celebrates 50 years with special museum exhibition

An exhibition celebrating 50 years of work by Nantwich Civic Society has opened in the Millennium Gallery at Nantwich Museum.

The Society is a voluntary organisation, which campaigns to improve the environment and the quality of life in Nantwich.

November 23, 2017
What’s On at Christmas – events coming up in and around Nantwich

What’s On at Christmas – events coming up in and around Nantwich

It’s that time of year again – and we’re inundated with requests to publicise Christmas events.

So here is the latest rundown of what’s on as we approach the festivities.

November 22, 2017
Mystery peahen ruffling feathers in Nantwich

Mystery peahen ruffling feathers in Nantwich

The mystery behind a peahen roaming the streets in Nantwich for several weeks is ruffling a few feathers.

Residents living in the Mount Drive and Crewe Road area of the town have noticed the bird patrolling their gardens and local streets.

November 22, 2017
Historic cricketing Ashes link to Nantwich sportsman buried at Acton

Historic cricketing Ashes link to Nantwich sportsman buried at Acton

It’s one of the greatest sporting contests on the globe.

And as England and Australia square up once more for another Ashes cricketing confrontation, few will realise the significance of a quiet corner in a Nantwich cemetery.

November 22, 2017
Man arrested in South Cheshire after taxi driver stabbed

Man arrested in South Cheshire after taxi driver stabbed

A 31-year-old man has been arrested in South Cheshire after a taxi driver was stabbed in Manchester.

Cheshire Police made the arrest on Market Street, in Crewe, on suspicion of attempted murder on behalf of Greater Manchester Police.

November 22, 2017