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War veteran Bernard Morgan MBE launches new book in Nantwich

War veteran Bernard Morgan MBE launches new book in Nantwich

Beloved World War Two veteran Bernard Morgan has launched his new book “A Century of Memories” at a special event in Nantwich.

The 102-year-old, who was awarded the MBE in King’s New Year Honours, appeared at the launch in Nantwich Bookshop.

June 23, 2026
Villagers produce book capturing history of Shavington

Villagers produce book capturing history of Shavington

Villagers have pulled together to produce a new book capturing the rich history of Shavington.

“A Step Back in Time” will be launched this autumn following a community-wide effort to gather and preserve photographs and stories of the village.

September 16, 2025
Former Nantwich teacher is top class at brain-teasing crosswords

Former Nantwich teacher is top class at brain-teasing crosswords

Retired Nantwich teacher Tom Johnson is in a class of his own when it comes to testing the grey matter of newspaper and magazine crossword fans.

Now the grandfather-of-three has put his lifelong love of a problem-solving into a new book All Squared charting the history of the British crossword.

August 5, 2025
Wistaston poet makes a splash with new book “Sauce”

Wistaston poet makes a splash with new book “Sauce”

By Jonathan White
Wistaston poet David Vernon is making a splash on the literary scene with his debut poetry collection Sauce.

The book is a “delightfully irreverent and wildly entertaining take on modern life”.

June 19, 2025
Nantwich Librarian’s last chapter after 22 years of service

Nantwich Librarian’s last chapter after 22 years of service

Nantwich Library has said farewell to a long-serving member of staff who has been at the forefront of initiatives to encourage children to read.

Hilary Howell has enjoyed 22 years working as librarian in the town.

May 4, 2025
Nantwich Bookshop launch for Kate’s second book

Nantwich Bookshop launch for Kate’s second book

A Wistaston mum marking 10 years at the helm of a charity supporting women and girls is set to launch her second book.

Kate Blakemore, founder of Motherwell Cheshire, will unveil ‘The Motherwell Journey – Championing Women, Changing Lives’ at Nantwich Bookshop on March 20.

February 24, 2025
Wistaston mum publishes first book on motherhood

Wistaston mum publishes first book on motherhood

A South Cheshire mum is rising up the book charts after revealing “raw and real stories” of motherhood in her first publication.

In ‘Mum’s the Word – The Mothering Journey’ Kate Blakemore tells of her harrowing loss following an ectopic pregnancy and a later miscarriage as well as the post natal depression that led her to undergo a termination.

August 18, 2024
Changes to CEC household waste recycling centres begin

Changes to CEC household waste recycling centres begin

Changes to household waste recycling centres in Cheshire East have come into effect this week.

It means Nantwich and Crewe users of the busy Pyms Lane centre will now have to book an online slot at weekends and Bank Holidays.

August 6, 2024
REVIEW: “The Girl on the Train” at Nantwich Players

REVIEW: “The Girl on the Train” at Nantwich Players

By Claire Faulkner
I was gifted a copy of the book ‘The Girl on The Train’ by Paula Hawkins for my birthday a few years ago by one of my close friends.

I read it within a couple of days and have since recommended it to book clubs and other friends.

May 11, 2024
Criminology student from Nantwich becomes published author

Criminology student from Nantwich becomes published author

A criminology student from Nantwich is celebrating after becoming a published author.

Second-year Keele University student Alex Godfrey is co-author of “The Criminal Classes: Who Does Society Fear and Why?” alongside her dad Barry, a former Professor of Criminology.

February 25, 2024
Drone expert unveils aerial photography book at Nantwich event

Drone expert unveils aerial photography book at Nantwich event

By Jonathan White
Aerial photographer Rob Higgins has unveiled his new book “Britain’s Railways from the Air” at an event at Nantwich Bookshop & Coffee Lounge.

For his book Rob captured dozens of aerial photographs, taken with an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or drone, to provide a unique perspective of the history and workings of Britain’s railways.

November 22, 2023
New book features story of brave Nantwich WW2 hero

New book features story of brave Nantwich WW2 hero

By Jonathan White
Local historians Mark A. Potts and Tony Marks have written and published their new book called “A Dabber’s War”

It chronicles the service record of Flight Sergeant Joseph Wheeler 1943-1944.

August 6, 2023
Multi-million selling author visits Nantwich to talk about new novel

Multi-million selling author visits Nantwich to talk about new novel

By Jonathan White
Award-winning novelist, playwright, essayist and non-fiction writer Kate Mosse talked about her latest book in a conversation and book signing event at Malbank School in Nantwich.

July 28, 2023