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Highway Code issues updated guidance for drivers passing horses on roads
UK drivers have been told to be 'patient' and 'careful' when approaching, overtaking, passing or moving away from a horse on the road. According to the British Horse Society (BHS), there were 68 equine deaths in 2022 alongside 125 injuries and
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Salon named best in North West at English Hair and Beauty Awards 2024
A HAIR salon is celebrating after being hailed the crème de la crème in the North West. Saks Knutsford has won Best Hair Team at The English Hair and Beauty Awards 2025, Chapter 1. The Minshull Street salon was up against fierce competition
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Restaurant/bar given permission to extend licensing hours despite objections
THE Vault in Alsager has been given the go-ahead to serve alcohol seven days a week but Cheshire East Council has said it must stick to the original conditions of having children off the premises by 9pm. The Crewe Road bar and restaurant, which
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'Crucial' plant fertiliser warning to dog owners amid vomit and seizure risk
A vet has issued a 'crucial' warning to pet owners on the dangers that plant fertilizer poses to dogs this Spring. Now that the weather is getting (a little) warmer, we will be spending more time outside in our gardens. However, the new season
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Skin clinic named best in Wales after expansion and investment
A BUSINESS added another prestigious accolade to its long list of titles at a national prizegiving. The trailblazing Pure Perfection Clinic, based in Rossett, was named Best Clinic Midlands and Wales at the Aesthetics Awards, hosted by TV personality
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'Youngest landlady' takes reins at pub she's worked at since she was just 18
A ONE-TIME barmaid from Cheshire West is now officially her brewery’s youngest landlady after taking the reins at the pub she started in as a student. Zoe Carnan has just taken over Joseph Holt's pub, the Clock Tower, in Chesterway, Northwich,
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The rare Royal Mint 20p coins selling for more than £150 - how to spot
Rare Royal Mint 20p coins have been selling for a small fortune on online auction site, with three coins selling for more than £150 this month. The 20p pieces are “mule” coins dating from 2008 and were minted without a date on the coin due to an
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All the winners on the night at awards ceremony
THE winners of Cheshire’s most prestigious business awards were unveiled at a ceremony held at the University of Chester. The annual High Sheriff of Cheshire Awards for Enterprise awards evening took place at the University’s Queen’s Park site
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Volunteer group's plan to purchase and restore The Plaza to ‘full Art Deco glory’
VOLUNTEERS are looking to purchase one of the most iconic buildings in a Cheshire West town. Friends of The Plaza Trust, a team of volunteers, has revealed plans to buy the Grade II-listed live music venue in Northwich. Their vision includes
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Get nostalgic with the Chester Standard photo archives
Today we look back at some more memorable moments that made the pages of the Chester Standard over the years. They include a book character come to life, plus more moments. Do you recognise yourself? Don't forget to tag friends or family if
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‘Antiquated’ planning laws prevent approval of ‘brilliant’ eco-friendly home
FRUSTRATED councillors hit out at ‘antiquated’ 20th century planning rules which prevented them approving a ‘brilliant’ 21st century eco-friendly ‘passivhaus plus’ house which would produce more energy than it used. Eco Design Consultants wants