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Nantwich woman injured in dog attack near Barony Park

Nantwich woman injured in dog attack near Barony Park

A young Nantwich woman has appealed for help to trace a dog and its owner after she was attacked and injured near Barony Park.

The incident happened as the 19-year-old victim was walking towards Highfield Drive at about 12.30pm yesterday (Good Friday).

April 4, 2026
IMAGES MAY CAUSE DISTRESS – RSPCA appeal after dead Akita dog found in woodland

IMAGES MAY CAUSE DISTRESS – RSPCA appeal after dead Akita dog found in woodland

The body of a neglected dead Akita type dog has been found in woodland near Crewe, prompting an RSPCA appeal for help.

The brown and white coloured dog was found covered in a blue curtain on Thursday 26 February on woodland to the side of Old Park Road.

March 3, 2026
Mornflake supports blind Wistaston judo competitor

Mornflake supports blind Wistaston judo competitor

Blind paralympic hopeful Scott Bailey and his guide dog Milo received a VIP welcome to Mornflake after melting the hearts of millions of TV viewers.

Judo competitor Scott, 37, from Wistaston, and his devoted four-legged companion, have been the face of many Guide Dogs UK television campaigns and just lately the pair were featured in news stories about local councils banning parking on pavements.

February 12, 2026
Shropshire Union Canal section to be closed

Police appeal after woman injured in dog incident in Nantwich

A woman suffered a broken arm in an incident with a dog by the canal in Acton, Nantwich.

Police are appealing for witnesses following the incident on the canal towpath near to the marina bridge.

December 16, 2025
New Nantwich barkery launches monthly charity dog biscuits

New Nantwich barkery launches monthly charity dog biscuits

A new dog shop in Nantwich is adding a twist to its menu of handmade treats — with the launch of monthly charity dog biscuits supporting local animal organisations.

Canine Creations Cheshire’s Local Barkery, which has opened on Pillory Street, has already become a colourful haven for dog owners.

December 8, 2025
Human-dog bonds lecture at University Centre Reaseheath

Human-dog bonds lecture at University Centre Reaseheath

The reality of training assistance dogs will be explored in a free public lecture series at Reaseheath College and University Centre in Nantwich.

“Paws and Perception: Myths and Realities in Assistance Dog Training” will be delivered by canine behaviour specialist Niamh MacLoughlin.

October 4, 2025
Town councillor appeals to dog owners after Nantwich Lake attacks

Town councillor appeals to dog owners after Nantwich Lake attacks

A town councillor is urging dog owners to keep dogs on leads around Nantwich Lake and the Riverside following more incidents endangering swans and wildfowl.

Swans and their cygnets frequently nest in these areas but there have been a number of attacks by dogs not on leads.

June 17, 2025
RSPCA appeal after dog’s body found stuffed in duffle bag

RSPCA appeal after dog’s body found stuffed in duffle bag

WARNING: Story contains images and details some may find distressing
The RSPCA have issued an appeal after a dog’s badly decomposed body was found stuffed in a duffle bag by a Cheshire lake.

The body was taken to RSPCA Stapeley Grange in Nantwich and they say there are “suspicious circumstances” around the dog’s death.

April 8, 2025
Nantwich couple help rehome more than 500 dogs in Bulgaria

Nantwich couple help rehome more than 500 dogs in Bulgaria

A Nantwich couple who moved to Bulgaria to run a dog rescue shelter, have now re-homed more than 500 badly treated pooches.

Clair Steele and her partner Neil were so moved by the plight of dogs over there they made a life-changing decision.

March 29, 2025
REVIEW: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime – Nantwich Players

REVIEW: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime – Nantwich Players

By Claire Faulkner
Directed by Chris Ridge, adapted by Simon Stevens from the book by Mark Haddon, Nantwich Players have brought to life The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time.

The play tells the story of Christopher Boone, who after being wrongly accused, sets out to solve the mystery of who killed his neighbour’s dog.

February 16, 2025
Dog destroyed on Nantwich estate after police officers injured

Dog destroyed on Nantwich estate after police officers injured

A dog was destroyed by police at a house in Nantwich after it attacked two officers.

Police said they were called to a home on Reaseheath Way, on Kingsbourne Estate, to “make enquiries in relation to a wanted person”.

January 24, 2025
Police appeal after dog kills sheep in Nantwich field

Police appeal after dog kills sheep in Nantwich field

Police are appealing for witness after the latest dog attack killed sheep in a field near Nantwich.

The incident happened in a field between Welshmen’s Lane and the Shropshire Union Canal in Nantwich.

January 15, 2025
Appeal after car failed to stop after killing dog and injuring owner

Appeal after car failed to stop after killing dog and injuring owner

Police continue to appeal for help after a pet dog was killed and her owner injured by a vehicle which failed to stop at the scene.

Officers are keen to find witnesses and any footage of the incident which happened on Tuesday December 17.

December 27, 2024