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  • Councillor questions number of PCSOs in Cheshire after precept rise

    Councillor questions number of PCSOs in Cheshire after precept rise

    June 5, 2026— 0 comments

    By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
    A Cheshire councillor has asked why there are only 51 PCSOs across the county when council taxpayers agreed to pay a higher police precept to fund 57.

    Last year Cheshire had 87 Police Community Support Officers but the chief constable then announced plans to axe 60 of those roles as part of a cost-cutting measure.

  • Cheshire East leader’s warning over Webb House religious group protests

    Cheshire East leader’s warning over Webb House religious group protests

    June 5, 2026— 0 comments

    By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
    Cheshire East Council’s leader has urged out-of-town protesters outside Webb House in Crewe to go home – saying they are not helping anyone and are making residents feel very vulnerable.

    Protests outside the HQ of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light on Victoria Avenue have continued since the building was raided by more than 500 police officers at the end of April.

  • Rob Jones century not enough as Nantwich CC draw with Didsbury

    Rob Jones century not enough as Nantwich CC draw with Didsbury

    June 5, 2026— 0 comments

    A century from Rob Jones was not quite enough to help Nantwich Cricket Club to a win at Didsbury in another high-scoring first team match.

    After the home side made 285-7 from their 55 overs, the Dabbers looked well on course for victory as Jones (116) and skipper Luke Robinson (76) put on 100 for the fourth wicket.

  • Panto queen Su Pollard joins cast for Crewe Lyceum Christmas show

    Panto queen Su Pollard joins cast for Crewe Lyceum Christmas show

    June 4, 2026— 0 comments

    National treasure and “Queen of Pantomime” Su Pollard is heading to Crewe Lyceum this Christmas to star in the family pantomime Sleeping Beauty.

    Celebrating 52 years in showbusiness this year, Su joins previously announced panto favourites Malcolm Lord and Ste Johnston.

  • Cubs enjoy event at Peacock Railway with rail safety lesson

    Cubs enjoy event at Peacock Railway with rail safety lesson

    June 3, 2026— 0 comments

    By Jonathan White
    Youngsters from the 26th South West Cheshire (1st Willaston) Cubs enjoyed an evening of railway rides and important rail safety education during a visit to Peacock Railway.

    A group of 23 Cub Scouts and their leaders visited the miniature railway attraction, operated by the South Cheshire Model Engineering Society.

News

Councillor questions number of PCSOs in Cheshire after precept rise

Councillor questions number of PCSOs in Cheshire after precept rise

June 5, 2026 — 0 comments

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A Cheshire councillor has asked why there are only 51 PCSOs across the county when council taxpayers agreed to pay a higher police precept to fund 57.

Last year Cheshire had 87 Police Community Support Officers but the chief constable then announced plans to axe 60 of those roles as part of a cost-cutting measure.

Sport

Rob Jones century not enough as Nantwich CC draw with Didsbury

Rob Jones century not enough as Nantwich CC draw with Didsbury

June 5, 2026 — 0 comments

A century from Rob Jones was not quite enough to help Nantwich Cricket Club to a win at Didsbury in another high-scoring first team match.

After the home side made 285-7 from their 55 overs, the Dabbers looked well on course for victory as Jones (116) and skipper Luke Robinson (76) put on 100 for the fourth wicket.

Features & Letters

5 best veneer clinics for patients wanting complete smile transformation

5 best veneer clinics for patients wanting complete smile transformation

June 3, 2026 — 0 comments

A smile you’re proud of can boost your confidence and self-esteem, but there’s a lot more to a smile makeover than just whitening your teeth.

Modern clinics use a blend of advanced technology and artistic craftsmanship to tailor treatments to your specific needs, preserving the natural tooth for results that look and feel unique to you.

What’s On & Reviews

RSPCA Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre to host summer fair

RSPCA Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre to host summer fair

June 5, 2026 — 0 comments

Animal lovers, families, and Nantwich residents are invited to join RSPCA Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre for its Summer Fair 2026 on Sunday June 14th.

The annual fundraising event will take place from 11am to 4pm at the wildlife centre on London Road, Nantwich.

Village News

INSPIRE 26 set to fill Bunbury church with art and flowers

INSPIRE 26 set to fill Bunbury church with art and flowers

June 3, 2026 — 0 comments

The INSPIRE 26 art and flowers festival is set to take place in St Boniface Church in Bunbury later this month.

The event is being sponsored by Mornflake Oats, Okells Garden Centre and Mike and Dawn Dodds of Nantwich Market, and will take place from June 26th-28th.

Business News

Richmond Villages Nantwich appoints new care home manager

Richmond Villages Nantwich appoints new care home manager

June 5, 2026 — 0 comments

Richmond Villages Nantwich has appointed Abbi Jones as its new care home manager.

Abbi becomes only the fifth registered manager to lead the village since it first opened its doors to residents 30 years ago.