Nantwich Town Football Club to rebuild after relegation escape

By Matt Richardson

Nantwich Town Football Club had a lucky escape from relegation this season, but Chairman Jon Gold says that won’t stop the dabbers from rebuilding this summer.

Manager Jimmy Quinn

Nantwich went in to the final game of the season against promotion chasing Cowlyn Bay knowing a draw or win would guarantee safety in the Evo Stick Premier League.

A 2-0 defeat ensured an uncertain night for both club and fans.

Fortunately, results in other games went in the Dabbers favour and secured their safety.

After a poor start of the season, former Ireland international footballer, Jimmy Quinn returned to the club as manager to change their fortunes.

“I’m relieved to stay up, to be honest; we could not get our game going,” Quinn admitted.

A run of positive results early on raised hopes. But, as the pressure built on the team they were dragged back into a relegation battle.

Listen to Nantwich Chairman Jon Gold and manager Jimmy Quinn from the Weaver Stadium.

Local Insight: The mystery of the ‘Derby Docks’ in Crewe explained

By Matt Richardson:

The ‘Derby Docks’ in Crewe, located in the west of the town, has been a label that has plagued its community for years.

Alexandra Place

Known for its troubles, fly-tipping, littering and vandalism only enhanced its reputation as the ‘rough’ area of Crewe.

But, as residents proved at the Family Fun Day event held by residents at Alexandra Place, they are fighting hard to move away from its past.

After major investment from Wulvern Homes and United Futures the area has seen a recent series of improvements.

A community rejuvenated by new recycling and rubbish collection points, pathways, fencing, trees and public spaces. But the tag still sticks.

Resident Claire Nixon reveals the heritage of the ‘Derby Docks’ and its inaccuracy below:

RedShift Radio Inspiration Series: Sabirul Islam

By Matt Richardson:

Growing up in Tower Hamlets, the second poorest borough of London, Sabirul Islam distanced himself from the crime, drugs and violence that surrounded him.

Instead, at the age of 14, he set up his own company Veyron Technologies and approached companies such as Merrill Lynch for work.

At the age of 16 he was invited by the finance company to learn how to trade stocks in New York.

As he discusses his dream to inspire 1 million young people across the world, he enthuses: “Young people need people to look up to, not celebrities, but people who have gotten out of the hole that they themselves are in."

As RedShift Radio celebrates inspiration and regeneration we met up with Sabirul.

Hear the report below:



Find out more about Sabirul here.

RedShift Radio Inspiration Series: Debra Hollamby

At 10-years-old, Debra Hollamby sent a letter to her television idol, BBC news broadcaster Sue Lawley.

The letter she received back ignited a journey that would see her evolve from  a nun, to a charity fundraiser, before becoming a broadcaster for the BBC.

With a diverse career , Debra is confident and direct. “Anybody can be a source of inspiration for others. You can witness something in everyday life that can make the difference,” she told RedShift Radio.

As we celebrates inspiration and regeneration we met up with Debra.

Hear the report below:



Find out more about Debra here.

Cheshire woman to climb Kilmanjaro for dementia charity

 By Matt Richardson:

A Sandbach woman will conquer her fears climbing Mount Kilimanjaro for charity.

Leila Atlasi, 26, of Brock Hollow, will climb nearly 4 miles to its summit, while facing her fear of heights.

Leila Atlasi at Mowcap

Her inspiration was sparked from a secondary school trip to Kenya where she could see the mountain from an orphanage where she was volunteering.

“I knew that this was something I wanted to do. Dementia is something that covers a lot of diseases and the number of cases is growing," she told RedShift Radio.

Leila hopes to raise £5,000 for the Alzheimer’s society, a leading care and research charity for sufferers of dementia.

Reports show that the number of people affected by the disease is set to double over the next 20 years.

“They need our help more than ever. I will also be holding car boot sales to raise as much money as I can." Ms Atlasi added.

You can help by support Leila by donating here via Just Giving.

Watch the full report below:

Crewe residents celebrate community spirit with family fun day

By Matt Richardson:

Residents in Grovesnor Court, Crewe, have been praised for their community spirit after a successful family event.

Family Fun Day at Grovesnor Court

The event organised by resident Claire Nixon encouraged families to share in arts and crafts, chocolate hunts and other fun and games.

“It makes a big difference to get outside and meet the people that you live with. It's important to rebuild the relationships that do not appear to exist anymore in communities," said Ms Nixon.

Wulvern Homes and United Futures invested £130,000 into the development of estate in 2008, and they were on hand to offer their support to residents.

Wulvern Homes neighbourhood coordinator, Dave Stobbard said: “They're a fantastic bunch and we will always help out where we can in getting events like this to happen."

The estate, labeled the 'Derby Docks', has undergone a transformation over the last five years.

Problems with fly-tipping, litter and vandalism have been improved through new rubbish collection areas, secure fencing, pathways and new community spaces.

“There was trouble in the past, but the residents have worked hard to turn the area around and we have helped them by listening to their concerns and ideas.

"Hopefully, with events like this we will turn the reputation of the area around too." Mr Stobbard added.

Watch our report below:

RedShift meets Liverpool Players

On Sunday 8th May we joined the fun down at Kidsgrove Athletic where the Crewe AllStar Elevens played a charity match against some ex-professional Liverpool players. See the Best of Crewe & Nantwich listing here.

The Wingate Centre in Wrenbury is the charity of the season for the AllStars and is headed up by Barry Donegan and the ESTC Group

Dr Gav and Bizzy Lizzy met the likes of Jason McAteer, Gary Gillespie and Jan Molby after their fairly challenging game of football against local business owners and supporters of the Wingate Centre.

Tune in to the Sport's Roundup, What's On and Saturday Sports hows this week to hear the interviews with players, supporters and also Jimmy Quinn, the Nantwich Town Manager.

The next Allstar's match is on 24th July in Kidderminster. Check out The Best of Crewe & Nantwich to see the full seasons schedule here.