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New “After Dario” Crewe Alex book released this week

New “After Dario” Crewe Alex book released this week

The latest Crewe Alexandra book by local author Jules Hornbrook has hit the bookshelves in Crewe and Nantwich.

“After Dario” is a personal perspective from a long-time supporter, documenting the transition from Dario Gradi to current manager Steve Davis.

July 22, 2014
Nantwich youngsters to get CRY screening for killer heart defect

Nantwich youngsters to get CRY screening for killer heart defect

Scores of Nantwich youngsters are to be screened for a deadly heart condition in memory of tragic Matthew Dewhirst.

The 17-year-old, who lived in Nantwich and Crewe, collapsed and died of Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome (SADS) during a rugby training session.

July 15, 2014
Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson calls on fans’ support

Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson calls on fans’ support

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson hopes the fans who watched the Crewe Alexandra clash will help boost attendances this season.
Johnson, speaking of his pride in the way his team played, feels the impressive 1,224 Weaver Stadium crowd could spark bigger attendances when the 2014-15 campaign kicks off in a month’s time.

July 15, 2014
Nantwich Town beaten 4-1 by neighbours Crewe Alexandra

Nantwich Town beaten 4-1 by neighbours Crewe Alexandra

Nantwich Town produced a determined display as they went down 4-1 at home to League One neighbours Crewe Alexandra.

More than 1,200 people packed in to Nantwich’s Weaver Stadium for the eagerly-awaited pre-season friendly.

July 13, 2014
Nantwich Town delight in signing ex-Crewe Alexandra keeper Steve Phillips

Nantwich Town delight in signing ex-Crewe Alexandra keeper Steve Phillips

Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson has hailed the capture of Crewe Alexandra goalkeeper Steve Phillips. The Dabbers manager has confirmed that a deal has been agreed and that Phillips will be officially signing for Nantwich Town Football Club on Tuesday.

June 28, 2014
Eight-year-old goalkeeper from Nantwich signs for Liverpool

Eight-year-old goalkeeper from Nantwich signs for Liverpool

A budding goalkeeper from Nantwich has signed for Liverpool – at the age of eight! Frankie Phillips, son of former Crewe Alexandra keeper Steve Phillips, has put pen to paper for the Premier League giants.

June 9, 2014
Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson signs two more Joneses

Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson signs two more Joneses

Nantwich Town fans will be struggling to keep up with the Joneses next season! Dabbers boss Danny Johnson has just landed his second and third signing of the week – and all three have the surname Jones.

May 22, 2014
Ex Crewe Alexandra star Steve Jones signs for Nantwich Town

Ex Crewe Alexandra star Steve Jones signs for Nantwich Town

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson has swooped to sign former Crewe Alexandra forward and Northern Ireland international Steve Jones. Jones, 37, gained 29 international caps and also served Burnley and Walsall after stepping up to League football from Leigh RMI.

May 19, 2014
Man United star Nick Powell guilty of drink driving in Nantwich

Man United star Nick Powell guilty of drink driving in Nantwich

Manchester United star Nick Powell has been banned after being caught drink driving in a Vauxhall Corsa in Nantwich. The 20-year-old former Crewe Alexandra midfielder was caught over the alcohol limit in Davenport Avenue.

May 13, 2014
Ex Crewe Alex star Nick Powell presents Shavington pupil awards

Ex Crewe Alex star Nick Powell presents Shavington pupil awards

Manchester United and former Crewe Alexandra star Nick Powell was back in South Cheshire to present awards at a Shavington school. Powell was invited to Shavington High School to reward pupils at their fourth annual “Shavington’s Got Talent” event.

May 8, 2014
Evo-Stik match report: Nantwich Town 0 Trafford 1

Evo-Stik match report: Nantwich Town 0 Trafford 1

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town stumbled a to a 1-0 home defeat as Trafford snatched the points at the Weaver Stadium. Trafford’s skipper Martyn Andrews headed home a corner 10 minutes from time in a tight mid-table encounter in the rain.

April 6, 2014
Toy donors boost children spending Christmas in Leighton Hospital

Toy donors boost children spending Christmas in Leighton Hospital

Big-hearted donors across Crewe and Nantwich have inundated their local children’s hospital unit with toys and games. Staff at the Child and Adolescent Unit at Leighton Hospital have been overwhelmed by the number of donations to help keep children entertained at Christmas.

December 26, 2013
Dario Gradi and Crewe Alex stars visit Leighton Hospital children

Dario Gradi and Crewe Alex stars visit Leighton Hospital children

Young football stars from Crewe Alexandra dropped by to boost poorly children facing Christmas in Leighton Hospital. Crewe Alex’s Under 18s joined ex manager Dario Gradi MBE to visit the child and adolescent unit of the hospital.

December 18, 2013