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NANTWICH Swimming Pool is about to undergo a major refurbishment to the tune of £1.4million. Cheshire East Council, which runs the facility in Wall Lane, has submitted detailed plans for the work. The scheme involves demol-ishing the outdoor changing rooms and replacing them with a ‘new unisex changing village’. There are also plans to create a new entrance and enhanced fitness facilities as well as smartening up paved

surfaces and provide a new boiler, pool filters and air-conditioning units. A council spokesman said: “All of these extensions and renovations will receive new, flat roofs to minimise the impact on the appearance of the pool.” The money had been origi-nally earmarked for the Snow Hill Redevelopment Project. The council is asking resi-dents to submit their views before a deadline passes on May 16. A decision will be made after that date.

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NANTWICH community worker Olwyn Payton has received an invitation to the Royal Garden Party at Buck-ingham Palace. Olwyn, who works at Sains-burys, has been involved in many community events and fundraisers for the Wingate Centre in Wrenbury, local schools, care homes and ani-mal charities. She has already received recognition for her work, be-ing named as Volunteer of the

Year by Scottish Power and by the Cat Radio. Olwyn said: ‘I am absoluteley thrilled to receive the invita-tion to the Buckingham Pal-ace, as is my daughter Cindy, who will accompany me. “I feel really honoured to receive this recognition for my community work but it would not be possible if I did not have the support of my store manager, Pete Jones, my Nantwich colleagues and Sainsburys.”

INVITATION: Olwyn with daughter Cindy Byatt

Olwyn’s royal invite

A NANTWICH dad is sad-dling up to pedal almost 180 miles from London to Paris in aid of Cheshire-based charity Railway Children. Kostia Medovnikov, from Stapeley, is taking on the huge challenge in the hope of raising £1,300 for the charity, which was founded in Nant-wich. Kostia, 43, who was born and grew up in Ukraine, is now in training before he sets out on the three-day ride on July 6. He also needs to raise more than £1,000 in sponsorship before the ride. He will be part of a group of nine dedicated to the fund-raiser. Pear Tree Primary School in Stapeley, where Kostia’s two children Matthew and Sasha attend, has agreed to hold a non uniform day to help him raise the money. He said: “I’m not doing this for myself, I’m doing it for the kids in India, East Africa and the UK who need our support through Railway Children.

“This is a big commitment for me as I’ve never been on a bike for much of a distance, let alone London to Paris! “If you were impressed by John Bishop you’ve not seen anything yet!” Railway Children was founded in 1995 in Nantwich and has grown into a regis-tered UK charity which sup-ported over 25 000 vulnerable children last year alone and

at risk on the streets of India, Tanzania, Kenya and here in the UK. The charity, now based in Sandbach, aims to provide protection and opportunity for more children with nowhere else to go and nowhere to turn. To sponsor Kostia and help him raise £1,300, visit http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/Stirlingsaddlesore.

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CONVOY: Kostia with his children Matthew and Sasha

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NANTWICH students were the first group to venture into unchartered territory in a developing wildlife reserve in South Africa. The students, who are study-ing for degrees in wildlife con-servation, zoo management or animal behaviour and welfare visited the Limpopo region for a study tour on eco systems. The group were based in a former hunting lodge, which is being developed as part of a Trans Frontier Park. The ambitious plan is for a reserve bordering the Lim-

popo River in South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe, al-lowing animals to move freely between the three countries. Students made the first sur-vey of the area’s wildlife re-cording healthy populations of elephant, giraffe, wildebeest, impala, warthog and zebra. They also removed fencing to give animals freedom to roam. The two week tour also included bush walks with local trackers, setting camera traps, a lecture on game cap-ture and a visit to a cheetah conservation centre.

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Storm in a teacupTraders fear for independent shopsCONCERNS over the futures of independent shops in Nant-wich town centre are growing as another multi-national chain plans to move in. With around 500 branches across the globe, Caffe Nero has submitted proposals to Cheshire East Council to con-vert the former Reeds Rains estate agents on High Street. The town already boasts over 20 premises serving cof-fee and tea and traders fear further competition could force independent outlets out of business. “We already have chains with the likes of Edinburgh Woolen Mills and Specsav-ers so to complain of another is difficult,” explained Steve Lawson who opened his cafe at Nantwich Bookshop in

2004. “However, if it is their inten-tion to test the water with market towns, as I am led to believe this is where they see future growth, then it is mor-ally wrong as we must surely be nearing saturation point now.” Nantwich Town Council put forward no objections to the proposals which expect to cre-ate two full-time jobs and four part-time positions. What do you think about the future of independent shops in Nantwich? Please send your views for our letters page to [email protected] or write to us at The Dabber, Frederick House, Beam Heath Way, Nantwich, CW5 6PQ.

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NANTWICH Museum is looking new ways to fund its future in the town. The facility has been selected to work with the Cheshire East Council on a regional philanthropy project. The scheme aims at iden-tifying alternative means of funding reflecting declining support from the council. An Advocacy Group is be-ing established to raise the museum’s profile networking with contacts to raise funds through sponsorship. A spokesman for the mu-seum said: “Each year it costs around £50,000 to run the museum which attracts some 30,000 visitors annually. “This is achieved with one full time and two part time members of staff supported by around 60 enthusiastic

volunteers engaged in a wide variety of tasks. “A number of initiatives are already in hand to provide a sustainable income and finance specific projects but there is still a need to take steps to ensure the future of the museum is not threatened by economic constraints. “The museum is independ-ent and exists to tell the story of Nantwich’s rich history by collecting, safeguarding and making accessible local arte-facts which it holds in trust for society, and to provide a centre for the inspiration, learning and enjoyment of all.” For more information about the work of the museum and the current exhibitions call 01270 627104 or visit www.nantwichmuseum.org.uk.

NANTWICH RSPCA workers have come to the rescue of six orphan ducklings. Inspector Anthony Joynes was called to a group of two-day-old ducklings on a canal. He managed to catch three with a net, but the others dived under the water. The inspector climbed aboard a passing barge, from which he managed to corral two more of the ducklings. But one last duckling still managed to evade capture. Then a female mallard swam past with her own brood and

he joined her group. When they all swam off safely together Inspector Joynes took the other six to Stapeley Grange. He said: “I’m really glad that the last duckling was accepted into the other group as sometimes the mother duck can try to attack any which try to join a brood. “I still can’t believe I was outwitted by a two-day-old duckling!” The ducklings were put into an incubator and being cared for by expert wildlife staff.

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Genna Pembroke, nine, from Millfields Primary School in Nantwich and Demi Powell, nine, from WinsfordNANTWICH youngsters have been taking part in a Mad Sci-ence project at South Cheshire College. Children became junior scientists for the week as they designed, built and tested different science projects and took at least one project home with them every day.

The college’s Graham Chafer said: “This was the first time we have hosted this event at the college and we were very pleased with the turnout. “It was an excellent week of science activities and we really look forward to welcom-ing Mad Science again in the future.”

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NANTWICH station has received a new plaque after being named as the best kept station in Cheshire East. The station is cared for by a group of dedicated volunteers and tended by Nantwich in Bloom and the town council. Over the last four years the station has been transformed with beautiful flower borders, hanging baskets and planters.

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NANTWICH Museum has won a Heritage Lottery Fund grant to finance a forthcoming exhibition. The work, which will help to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, is called ‘Nantwich under The two Elizabeths’. The exhibition opens at the museum on Saturday June 2 and will raise awareness of the town’s rich heritage. Organisers are appealing for

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A NANTWICH student has scooped a top award after beating overwhelming odds to achieve success. Thomas Uda, of South Cheshire College, is celebrat-ing after winning the Access to Higher Education award, along with £500. Together with fellow student Corina Scanlan-Messam, of Alsager, Thomas excelled on his Access course, which gives students the opportunity to progress to university, often at a later stage in life.

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JUNIOR officers from Nant-wich are working hard to boost recycling and save energy. They are tasked by Cheshire East Council with the issues among their peers and the wider community. The laltest training gave the children a chance to brush up on their skills and look at new ways to promote their work in their schools. This included devising ques-tionnaires about recycling and energy-saving – to be complet-ed by their peers and families

– to find out how knowledge-able their communities are. Councillor Rod Menlove said: “These initiatives have gone from strength to strength. “These training days are about encouraging the chil-dren to continue their good work and work on ideas which will help take their roles even further. Pictured are Kate Copper-moore, of Bunbury Primary, Chloe Minter, of Wybunbury Delves, and Oliver Perkins and Matthew Gibson of Warmingham Primary.

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THE stretch of river at Manor Road and Manor Road North is good not only for birds but for other wildlife as well. In the last few years Goosanders have overwin-tered also occasionally a Great Crested Grebe. A pair of resident Little Grebes and Cormorants often fish here. It is an ideal spot for the Kingfisher with overhanging branches for it to perch on. I’ve seen a Common Sandpi-per here on the inlet and other summer migrants such as Swallow, House Martin and Swift fly overhead. All three of these species breed colonially nearby and you can often see House Mar-tins collecting mud from the water’s edge for their nests. It’s worth mentioning that Sand Martins used to breed in the embankment by the footbridge although for the last couple of years they have failed to do so. During the late summer with the amount of Hirundines airborne, this often attracts the Hobby. This elegant falcon, a sum-mer visitor to Cheshire, used to be scarce but now breeds close to Nantwich and is sometimes seen trying to catch not only birds but flying insects on which it feeds. Other birds of prey noted include the Sparrow Hawk and Buzzard. Both of these species can be seen circling on the thermals overhead. Kestrels (pictured) sometimes hunt over the rough grassland between the river and football ground. They tend to either be hovering or perched up looking for prey

such as Voles. I had a barn owl here early one morning which then flew towards Manor Road. It was in this area that I found a Tree Pipit in 2011. The bird was located in amongst a Hawthorn hedge-row for around half an hour. Luckily after a few frantic phone calls, a local birder saw it depart high to the south, calling as it went. The same day I had five Ravens flying over together ‘cronking.’ This species is often heard before it is seen and this sighting may have still been a family party together even though they do breed rela-tively early in the year. There has been a Drake Mandarin (pictured) here in

amongst the local Mallards also a couple of pair of resi-dent Moorhens present. The whole area during the summer months is good for Warblers like Blackcap, Chiff Chaff and Willow Warbler. Garden Warbler and Lesser Whitethroat are less common. In winter flocks of Fieldfare and Redwing can be seen even visiting nearby gardens if natural food is scarce. Roving Long Tailed Tit flocks may hold other species such as Coal, Blue and Great Tit with occasional Nuthatch, Tree Creeper and Gold Crest. These flocks can be seen along the River Valley. Charms of Goldfinch can sometimes hold Siskins or Redpolls but not in great numbers. NEXT MONTH: Mark looks at the town centre.

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Dear Editor,I am more than a little con-cerned about the item on the Reasesheath College housing development plan. Whilst I have no real con-cerns about the provision of additional housing, I am very concerned that the plan includes a totally unnecessary new link road into Nantwich, that will needlessly destroy a massive area of agricultural greenbelt land alongside the River Weaver. It is interesting to note that, despite Cheshire East Council stating that the land along-side of the river (where the proposed road would be sited) is available for development, the owner has specifically stated that the land is not available for development. I understand that the owner wishes to keep the land as greenbelt for the benefit of the community. The proposal to save a tiny portion of the land, as a pathway along the river, is merely a token gesture to help disguise their utterly selfish

Dear Editor,Reaseheath College describe the feedback on the proposed Kingsley Fields development as ‘positive’. We find this comment sur-prising as we attended the first consultation event at the Civic Hall and the majority of the people there were defi-nitely hostile to the proposed plans. Most of the comments then and now were ‘Keep your hands off Nantwich’. Nantwich has always been a pretty market town but the councillors and developers seem hell bent on destroying our lovely environment and our gentle way of life. Too much development has already taken place within the confines of the town. Our roads are gridlocked at peak times, parking is a nightmare and our infrastruc-ture is stretched to breaking point. We have yet to speak to anyone in favour of more development in Nantwich so why is no one listening to the

land grabbing plans. What particularly upsets me is that the Developer in conjunction with the Rease-heath College is deliberately trying to deceive everyone by describing this totally unnec-cessary road as a ‘relief road’. Nothing could be further from the truth. Had they been referring to the roundabout on the Mid-dlewich road near Sainsburys, I could have understood the idea, because traffic conges-tion occurs there on a daily basis. But I have never known of any traffic problems at the Reaseheath roundabout. This so called relief road will not do anything to ease congestion anywhere in Nant-wich. I can only assume that the developer in conjunction with the Reaseheath College have decided to use this plan-ner’s term’ simply to deceive everyone and make additional massive profits out of the con-struction of the new road. - Name supplied

objections, or is it a done deal and the wishes of Nantwich residents ignored in favour of the developers and Rease-heath College. If these plans go ahead Nant-wich as we know it will be gone, a beautiful market town destroyed to line the pockets of developers who will then move onto their next project and we will be left to live with the consequences. For the council to even consider this proposal is an outrage. They should be ashamed to be a party to the destruction of this lovely place for that is what this development would do. We are supposed to live in a ‘democratic society’ surely a local referendum on any future development should take place. To the council and gover-ment representatives we say ask the residents of Nantwich what they want. - Val and Tony Hunt, Nantwich

Put plans to the voteProposals offer no relief

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LOCAL people have selected the winners in Nantwich Camera Club’s 2012 Photographic Exhibition at the town’s museum. This image of an ethereal Winter evening at Mow Cop by David Hoyle proved the most popular over the two month exhibition. Second and third places went respectively to Alison Wood Wray Douglas.

Forthcoming Celebrations at Wyche Primary

The children and staff are busy planning their celebrations of the Queen’s Jubilee and the Olympics Games, with the school council play-ing an important part in the decisions that are being made. The Jubilee is causing lots of excitement as the chil-dren remember the celebrations of the Royal Wedding last year. Friends of Wyche have arranged a party picnic on the new school field and an artist is working with each year group to commemorate the occasion. The study of The Olympic Games is already underway through a whole school theme. There will be many different activities during the term including an Olympic torch being carried from each of the local schools on Olympic themed Sports Days. Head teacher Heather Sherwood said, ‘ These events have created so many learning opportunities for all our pupils and they feel excited about being part of these all important landmarks in history. They are very enthusiastic and are using their imagination as well as increasing their knowledge. We are looking forward to seeing the progress being made as the term unfolds’

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NANTWICH could lose The Guy Harvey Youth Club unless more volunteers are found. An institution for six dec-ades, the charitable organisa-tion on Birchin Lane, might be forced to close after losing several committee members. A hive for youth activities, the venue is also home to many local groups including karate and dance. “The committee has lost several members in recent

months and needs more peo-ple to get involved if this local institution is to survive,” ex-plained management commit-tee chairman Ashley Weaver. “I am appealing to anyone who can spare an hour or so a month to get in touch.” In operation since 1955, the premises were bought through a bequest by Mr Harvey who was made an MBE for service to the community. To contact Mr Weaver email [email protected].

Youth club under threat

NANTWICH Litter Group is looking for more helpers to take part in this month’s pick. Volunteers will meet at Brookfield car park on Shrew-bridge Road before a group pick on Wednesday, May 9, from 10am until noon. “Working as a team is fun and good exercise as well as being a benefit to the commu-nity,” said a spokesperson. For details or to report an area in need call Joyce Webb on 01270 626435 or email [email protected]

THREE celebrity chefs will be heading to Nantwich this summer to cook up something special at the International Cheese Awards. After wowing the crowds with series of cookery demon-strations in 2011, both Gino d’Acampo and James Martin have agreed to return to Dor-fold Park on July 25. Joining them this year is another housewife’s choice in Jean Christophe Novelli as the trio will cook their favour-ite cheese dishes.

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NANTWICH Players’ latest pro-duction is being treated to some high quality technical effects. The play requires several of the characters to age over almost four decades. In a small intimate theatre such as the Players have on Love Lane, this brings some chal-lenges, as the audience are very close to the actors. However, new member and make-up artist, Kirstin Morley is confident that she will be able to create this sense of time passing in the actors’ faces. Kirstin has previously applied her make-up skills for perform-ers at Parr Hall in Warrington, where special effects were required. She came to this after earning a National Diploma in theatrical make-up at College. John Godber’s Salt Of The Earth spans three generations of working class folk from a West

Yorkshire mining town. Beginning in 1947 and culmi-nating amid the backdrop of the miners’ strike of the 1980’s, the play follows the lives of sisters Annie and May and their families through an era of changing val-ues and attitudes. Kirstin moved to Nantwich from Manchester last autumn and joined the Players after Christ-mas. She sees this as a great op-portunity to get to know people in the town – and to practise her magical arts. Kirstin said “The first thing to do is to read the play and really understand what’s going on. “As a couple of the actors are miners, their aging needs to be a bit more obvious than other characters, because of the stresses of life underground. “It’s a question of using high-lights and shading to bring about a gradual change with each

MAGIC: Kirstin Morley with lead actor Anthony Jenkin

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scene.” This is quite a challenge, but director, Richard Sadler, is confi-dent Kirstin will deliver. Tickets cost £7 and are now

on sale from Nantwich TIC on 01270 537359. The play runs at the Nantwich theatre from May 18 to 26 at 7.45pm.

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NANTWICH’S Rotary Club is seeking nominations from individuals, schools, clubs and associations to find the area’s unsung heroes. The club is looking for can-didates for the 2012 Rotary Nantwich Young Citizen of the Year Award. Youth activities chairman Bob Llewellyn said: “We have many unsung young heroes in our community and it’s about time they were recognised - please let us know who they are.“This award is open to all our local young people - nominees need only have a home post-code within the catchment ar-

Seeking unsung heroeseas of Brine Leas or Malbank Schools and be under the age of 18 years on August 31. “In addition to a cup, there is £50 for the winner and £25 for 2nd and 3rd. “The winner can then be entered into the national com-petition, which gives them the opportunity to win £500.” Last year’s winner was Sam Farr, a pupil at Brine Leas School who has played a posi-tive role in helping others and who regularly donates his pocket money to charity. The deadline for nomina-tions is the end of May. Call Bob on 01270 626268 for an application form.

NANTWICH timber store Richard Potter has expanded its enterprise while other DIY retailers are closing their doors. Owners have put the success down to old fashioned values offering expert advice and service. Based on what was once a pear orchard, the company has now extended its shop and stock of exotic timbers for turning and carving.

Richard Potter said: “In 1918 my great grandfather decided that it was easier to resell timber than to continue his trade as a cabinet maker. “The firm has progressed enormaously since those early days.“The average period of service for our 11 permanent staff is now 22 years. This stabil-ity and personal service has helped to attact and maitain our diverse client base.”

Assistant Terry Baker at the Millstone Lane store

Going against the grain

HelplineNANTWICH company Ableworld have launched a round-the-clock helpline for purchasers of stairlifts and power chairs. MD Mike Williams said: “We have got people at the end of the line that can often solve problems over the phone and, if not, can call an engineer 24 hours a day.”

EQUINE students from Reaseheath College were on top form after coming fourth in a hotly contested inter col-lege team competition. Charlotte Firman, Rebecca Humphries, Alex Jefferies and

Kirsty Leach, who are study-ing Horse Management at the Nantwich college, competed against teams from seven other leading land-based col-leges. The competition, which cov-

ers dressage, showjumping and an equestrian quiz, was held at Warwickshire College, with the students competing on horses they have not rid-den before. The final overall marks were so close that the Reaseheath team were just one point behind three teams which tied jointly for first place. The team were trained and accompanied by instructors

Louise Challenger and Sam Brentnall. Said Sam: “The girls did really well in the competition and were fantastic ambassa-dors for the college. “These events are a great opportunity for our students to show off their riding skills and knowledge as well as meet students with the same interests from various other colleges.”

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WINNING FORMULA: Students Kirsty Leach, Charlotte Firman, Rebecca Humphreys and Alex Jefferies with in-structors Louise Challenger and Sam Brentnall

(cont. from back page) in the first-half because Sta-lybridge are a decent passing team and John pulled off a great save before we scored.

“But we adjusted in the second-half and in the end I felt we could have ran out big-ger winners. “We’ve beaten a team from a higher division and I believe it’s only the fourth time Nant-wich have won this trophy so

we’ve created a little bit of history.” Quinn says this campaign can be the springboard for further success in 2012/13. “Obviously we’ve made progress after struggling last season,” he added. “On the down side, we’ve drawn 13 games and if we’d turned five or six of them into victories we would have been in a play-off place. “That’s the improvement we need to make. “Getting to the final was a big thing but to go out and win it against that opposition was the icing on the cake and gives us great hope for next season. “It’ll make my job easier to recruit players over the sum-mer and I think eight players in our side are under 21 so there a lot of positives to take forward.”

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Dabbers end on a high

JIMMY Quinn believes the future is bright for Nantwich Town after capping off a solid season by lifting the Cheshire Senior Cup. Michael Lennon’s 43rd-min-ute strike proved enough to

upset Blue Square Bet North side Stalybridge Celtic 1-0 in front of hundreds of Dab-bers fans at Chester’s Exacta Stadium. Major celebrations greeted the final whistle as Nantwich

claimed the cup for only the fourth time in their 128-year history. After their FA Cup exploits and a top 10 league finish, Quinn admitted wrapping up the campaign with silverware

was the ‘icing on the cake’. “Considering we were miss-ing one or two experienced players, I thought we did very well,” he said “We got over run a little(cont. on page 19)

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