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Man with links to Chester wanted in connection with Bradford murder
A MAN from Oldham, who is believed to have links to the Chester area, has been named by police in connection with the murder of a woman in Bradford. Officers are appealing for members of the public to report any sightings of 25-year-old Habibur
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Appeal to locate missing man from Chester
CHESHIRE Police are appealing for help to trace a missing man from Chester. Michael Morris, 63, was last seen at around 4.50pm on Tuesday, April 2 in the Volunteer Street area of Chester. He is described as white, 5’8” tall, of a slim build
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Flood alerts in place for Chester and surrounding areas due to high tides
TWO flood alerts are currently in place for Chester and surrounding areas due to high tides on the River Dee. Alerts have been issued today (Sunday, April 7) for both the Dee Estuary and the Dee catchment areas. There is a risk of spray overtopping
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UK-first for Cheshire energy facility that is leading the way to net-zero
A CHESHIRE resource recovery and recycling business has become the UK’s first negative emissions project to progress to the next stage. Viridor is a leading resource recovery and recycling business that has 11 locations across the UK – including
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Ellesmere Port: Closures on M53 due to emergency drainage work
THE southbound stretch of the M53 is currently closed near Ellesmere Port after an issue with the road was discovered during planned overnight works. The motorway is currently closed between Junction 9 with the A5032 (Station Road) and Junction
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Construction worker said he faced ‘daily abuse’ while working on sea wall
A WORKER on a controversial £20m sea wall said he faced daily abuse while on the job. Eric Wade from Wallasey was a worker for Volkerstevin over a period of seven months on the West Kirby sea wall after previously being an aircraft engineer. The
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How to claim up to £520 and get a refund if your flight is cancelled
With the days getting longer and the weather getting warmer, many of us will already be daydreaming of our summer holiday. While it should be the height of relaxation, a lot of tension can come along with your summer getaway. Figures from the
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Chester couple to take on charity 'Italian Job' road trip in classic Mini
AN ADVENTUROUS couple from Chester have called on Mini owners to join them on an Italian road trip to help children living in poverty. Alan (55) and his wife Colette Willoughby (61) have enlisted to join the company of 40 other teams embarking
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Cheshire manufacturer announces key new appointment
A MANUFACTURER in Cheshire has announced the appointment of a new non-executive director. JPL Flavours, a flavour manufacturer, based in Neston, specialising in creating top note flavourings for the food and beverage industry, is pleased to officially
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This is how you can get rid of ants from your garden and how to prevent swarms
While we must let bugs and insects roam free in our outdoor spaces, sometimes they can be too invasive, including swarms of ants. You’re not alone if you see hundreds of them crawling around when you’re just trying to sunbathe or catch up with
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Mother's warning after teen suffered near-fatal injuries from 20ft abbey ruins fall
THE MOTHER of a teenager who suffered serious injuries in a fall from a historical monument is warning of the dangers of climbing it. Hope Thwaite, aged 16, was climbing the ruins of Basingwerk Abbey in Greenfield on the afternoon of Sunday, March
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Iconic Cheshire landmark featured on BBC's Great British Railway Journeys
AN iconic Cheshire landmark has been featured on the BBC this week after Michael Portillo paid a visit for the Great British Railway Journeys programme. The BBC Two show follows the former politician as he travels across the country on different
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Care home on the outskirts of Chester to hold event
A CARE home on the outskirts of Chester will be holding an event later this month. Iddenshall Hall and Beeston View Care Home in Tarporley will be opening their doors and hosting their Spring Open Day on Saturday, April 20. Taking place between
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If a bit of Italian glitz is what you're after, then this place oozes real class
NEXT time you want to feel a little special, Piccolino Caffé Grande overlooking Manchester’s grade-one listed town hall could be the place for you. Very much a grande dame of the city’s vibrant restaurant scene, the former bank has just reopened
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The 9 common garden plants that could devalue your home by thousands
As we approach the warmer months venturing back into the garden and nurturing all the plants forgotten over winter will prove tempting. But were you aware of the nine garden plants that you do not want anywhere near your own personal plot of peace
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Plan your 2024 food adventures in Cheshire
2024 is the year of adventure, say Richard Dash and Jamie Carter, the year you get to enjoy new experiences and new foods It’s definitely a year for making new food and fun memories, in our humble, professional eater opinion. Thankfully for all
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The Cheshire restaurants, hotels and attractions competing for national award
RESTAURANTS, golf clubs, hotels and tourist attractions around Cheshire are in the running for a national prize. The finalists of the English Hospitality Awards 2024 have been revealed, with the county well represented. Hosted by Creative Oceanic
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Past is in safe hands featuring famous footballing face
There are plenty of fresh faces from the past in today's look through the Chester Standard archives. This gallery features a famous footballing face and much more. Hopefully you can you spot yourself or friends in our Way Back When photos,