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This is why firefighters were called out to a park in Chester overnight
FIREFIGHTERS were called out to tackle a blaze at a park in Chester. Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service received a call just after 12.10am on Sunday reporting the incident, at Lime Wood Fields, Kingsway. One fire crew from Chester attended the
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Pancakes, waffles and milkshakes on menu as pub launches new dessert business
A PUB has developed a sweet tooth. Fortysevens in Winsford is starting a new dessert business – Twistys. Ice cream, waffles, pancakes and milkshakes will all be on the menu when it launches later this week. Owner of the craft beer bar on
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I went for lunch at the Dog and Pickle, Lavister, and I would definitely head back!
EVER since the Dog and Pickle rebranded and reopened last year, it's been somewhere I've wanted to try but never got round to... until now. To celebrate passing an exam, I thought I'd treat myself to lunch out, so I headed down to the revamped
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Cheshire town centre gym could be transformed into 'boutique-style' charity shop
A CHESHIRE town centre gym could soon be transformed into a 'boutique-style' charity shop. East Cheshire Hospice is currently negotiating to buy the Knutsford Gym premises in Malt Street, with a view to opening a charity shop in its place.
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Housing association acquires 89 homes for its Cheshire portfolio
A HOUSING association has added almost 90 more homes to its portfolio across Cheshire. Weaver Vale Housing Trust (WVHT) has acquired 89 properties from Auxesia Homes, a private housing provider operating across northern England. The acquisition
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Drivers who've sold car for over £250 could receive £1,000 fine from DVLA
Drivers have been issued an urgent warning over £1,000 DVLA fines for mistakes when selling their cars to be scrapped. Motorists were paid an average of £250 when selling their cars for scrap in May but road users have been urged to ensure they
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What age does your child have to be to babysit their siblings in the UK?
Finding babysitting arrangements last minute can be challenging which is why people across the country look to a family member. When an uncle or granny isn't available, many opt for one of their older children. If you're considering this option
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Parks in Chester recognised as some of the country's best
GREEN spaces and parks in Chester and Ellesmere Port have been officially recognised as some of the country's best. Cheshire West and Chester Council has received 10 Green Flag Awards for parks and green spaces in the borough, including Northwich
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Plans submitted to build apartments in site of legendary Cheshire town nightclub
PLANS have been submitted to build new apartments in the site of a former legendary nightclub. The proposals are for a scheme which will comprise eight one-bedroom apartments above what was previously home to the Carlton Club on Sankey Street,
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Huge distribution centre for NHS supplies opens in shadow of Fiddler’s Ferry towers
A HUGE new NHS supply chain regional distribution centre has opened in the shadow of the iconic Fiddler’s Ferry cooling towers. Although the towers will soon be demolished, the new facility is now fully operational at Gorsey Point and will support
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Expert shares budget-friendly 52p hack that keeps rats away from your garden
Finding rats in your garden is less than ideal and you might be wondering how to get rid of them. If you are, you could try using the 52p hack that is said to keep them away from your garden. The Sun has shared a simple tip from an expert for
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New tap room opens in Cheshire town following shock closure of predecessor
A NEW tap room has opened in a Cheshire town, taking over the site from an award-winning brewery after its shock closure. Sutton Quay Tap opened its doors on July 5 in Quays Park Industrial Estate on Clifton Road in Runcorn. Rock The Boat Brewery
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New homes go on sale with profits set for social projects
The first batch of almost 100 new homes in a Cheshire town go on sale soon, with all profits being put into social and community projects. Planning permission was granted last year for Prospect Homes’ Abbey Vale development at South Lane in Widnes
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Dream comes true for gifted young designer winning gold at RHS Tatton Flower Show
TEARS of joy trickled down his face as Callum Corrie discovered he had won gold for his first RHS garden. The 26-year-old only set up his own business in April but wowed judges with his flair, skill, imagination and sustainable ideas. A dream
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Step back in time with the Standard photo archives
There are plenty of fresh faces from the past in today's look through the Chester Standard archives. This gallery features lunch with friends and much more. Hopefully you can you spot yourself or friends in our Way Back When photos, don't forget
