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Police launch week-long crackdown on shoplifting and ASB in town’s stores
SHOPS in Warrington will receive assistance from police this week in a week-long crackdown targeting shoplifting. Cheshire Police will be working alongside partner organisations and local retailers to help tackle the crime. Officers will also
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Fire crews tackle incident at commercial premises in Ellesmere Port
TWO fire crews were called to commercial premises in Ellesmere Port this morning (Monday, October 14) after reports of a fire. Fire engines from Ellesmere Port and Chester attended the scene on New Bridge Road, Wolverham at around 10am. A spokesperson
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Lucy Letby mentor: 'I can’t understand how I was so blind'
A friend and work mentor of nurse Lucy Letby has told a public inquiry she cannot understand how she was “so blind” about the child serial killer. The senior nurse, who cannot be named for legal reasons, said she is “learning with hindsight” about
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Cheshire West school earns gold honour for history education
A Cheshire village school has struck gold for its commitment to quality history education. Calveley Primary Academy, near Tarporley, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Historical Association Gold Quality Mark, in recognition of its
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Chester Cathedral event to discuss homelessness issue
Chester Cathedral is opening its doors this month to engage the people of the city in a discussion on homelessness. The Assemble event, where everyone gathers to discuss topical issues, takes place on Thursday, October 24 in Café 1092 in the Refectory
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Turtle Bay to give taste of new Chester location with mini Caribbean carnival
CARIBBEAN-inspired restaurant and bar, Turtle Bay, will bring the people of Chester a taste of what’s to come with a free pop-up jerk BBQ and mini Caribbean Carnival on Saturday, October 19. Kicking off at 12 noon just outside the new restaurant
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Can you help fund new buggy for blind Ellesmere Port boy?
A blind Ellesmere Port boy devastated by brain cancer needs a lifeline specialist buggy. Max McKelvey from Ellesmere Port was just five months old when he was diagnosed with brain cancer which devastated his body, leaving him blind, with limited
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Brewers Fayre restaurant at Premier Inn to be converted into 17 new hotel rooms
A PREMIER Inn hotel in Ellesmere Port has launched plans to increase the number of rooms on site by removing the hotel’s restaurant in favour of a smaller breakfast room. The Burleydam hotel, located on Chester Road, Childer Thornton is proposing
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Views are sought on 100km hydrogen pipeline plans
Residents across Cheshire are being urged to have their say on plans for a new 100km underground hydrogen pipeline. A consultation begins to today (October 14) over proposals by Cadent Gas for the sprawling pipeline, designed to distribute low
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Meet Adam, the new head chef at popular Cheshire hotel
A NEW head chef has been appointed at a popular Cheshire hotel which has flourished under its new operators. Condor Hotels took over The Vicarage, in Cranage, after the previous ownership, Flat Cap Hotels, went into administration in January, this
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Extra M6 lanes to open by end of week – but 50mph limit to remain until spring 2025
BY the end of this week, an extra lane will be open on each side of the M6 through the area – but the temporary 50mph speed limit will remain for months. Work to open an extra lane on each carriageway of the M6 between Warrington and Wigan began
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Top Cheshire attractions nominated for tourism awards
A tour inspired by Harry Styles and a world-famous zoo are among those hoping to roar to victory as finalists for the Marketing Cheshire Tourism Awards 2024/2025 have been unveiled. The awards celebrate the people and businesses behind Cheshire
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Chester school celebrates World Mental Health Day
PUPILS at The Firs School, Chester donned yellow accessories to mark World Mental Health Day on Thursday (October 10). Children at the leading independent school enjoyed celebrating HelloYellow day, organised by Young Minds UK to raise awareness
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Crew tackle chimney fire at property near Chester
FIREFIGHTERS were called to property near Chester yesterday (Sunday, October 13) after a fire was discovered in the chimney. A fire crew arrived at the scene on Chester Road, Malpas shortly after 5pm. A spokesperson for Cheshire Fire and Rescue
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‘Desperate’ animal shelter appeal to find home for best friends who hate kennel life
TWO dogs who are best friends and are forever side-by-side are in ‘desperate’ need of a forever home together. Lola, a 10-year-old Sproodle, and Jack, a seven-year-old springer Frenchie cross, came into the care of Warrington Animal Welfare following
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Arson attack suspected as nine wheelie bins go up in flames in single incident
A SUSPECTED arson attack in Winsford saw nine wheelie bins ‘deliberately’ set alight in a single incident. One fire engine from Winsford responded to a call to Dee Way, Wharton, at 9.53pm on Sunday, October 13. Firefighters used a hose to
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Firefighters called to incident at property in Chester
A FIRE crew were called to a property in Chester yesterday (Sunday, October 13) after a controlled burn was left unattended. Firefighters arrived at the scene on Stamford Road, Blacon at around 5.15pm. A hose reel jet was used to extinguish
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Chester-based brand ChloBo announce launch of jewellery advent calendar
A POPULAR jewellery brand with its roots in Chester will launch its first Christmas Advent Calendar later this week, with a mix of classic and exclusive pieces. ChloBo is known for its handcrafted, bohemian inspired collections, informed by founder
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Police successfully obtain court order to close Chester home
Police have obtained a closure order for a property in Chester. South Cheshire Magistrates Court in Crewe heard the application on Wednesday, October 9, for the property on Stratford Road, Blacon, to be closed, and granted the application.