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Chester prolific sex offender handed prison sentence
A prolific sex offender from Chester, found with indecent images of children on their device, has been jailed. Thomas Quinn, who now identifies as Chloee-Mae Danvers, appeared at Chester Crown Court on Monday, October 21, where they were sentenced
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Meet the mum whose wreath-making business is blossoming
A mum's passion for flowers and creativity has blossomed into a thriving wreath-making business that's quickly gaining popularity across Chester and Flintshire. After years of creating her own floral decorations and working for another local wreath-making
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Lorry driver who turned up for work over three times the drink-drive limit is jailed
A LORRY driver has been jailed after turning up for work while more than three times the legal drink-drive limit. Chester Magistrates' Court head how on Wednesday, October 16, Cheshire Police received a report that a HGV driver had arrived to collect
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Salt House Tapas to open at former Boheme Chester restaurant site
A new restaurant is to take the spot of what was Boheme in Chester city centre. Salt House Tapas, which has enjoyed a successful time in Liverpool since it opened in 2010, has announced the opening of its second restaurant, due to open on Bridge
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Pub to welcome new manager from Ellesmere Port venue after nearly a decade
A MARSTON'S pub restaurant is set to welcome new management next month after 9-years. Pen Y Bont Farm Pub, situated at Chester Road in Mold, is waving goodbye to its current management team led by Stephen Newman after almost a decade serving the
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Cheshire plastic surgeon named among best in the UK
A CHESHIRE plastic and cosmetic surgeon has been hailed as one of the finest in the UK. Gerard Lambe of the Reflect Clinic, which operates across the North West, including Warrington, Liverpool, Manchester and Alderley Edge, was honoured with the
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Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge to close for essential repairs
ESSENTIAL repairs will be carried out on the Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge, which crosses the River Weaver near Frodsham. The bridge, which is nearly 100 years old and based on a Victorian design, requires works to replace and repair existing mechanical
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Chester Zoo pays tribute following death of lion Kumari
A mighty animal which has been seen by millions of visitors at Chester Zoo has sadly died. Kumari the female Asiatic lion passed away on Thursday, October 17, aged 17. She had arrived at the zoo in 2011 with sister Kiburi and enjoyed two habitats
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Ellesmere Port care worker in the running for top award
AN Ellesmere Port care home worker is in the running for a major social care award. Roxanne Morris, 40, has been described as the 'backbone' of residential home Rivacre, which is operated by national health and social care charity Making Space.
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Could Tranmere be set for £15m takeover from rap star and Trump lawyer?
TRANMERE Rovers could be set for a sensational £15m takeover involving rap star A$AP Rocky according to reports in a national newspaper. The Sun on Sunday newspaper has reported that the 36-year-old, who is in a relationship with pop superstar
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Documentary to tell story of remarkable football match featuring Chester FC legend
The story of a remarkable but little-known charity football match which featured a Chester FC legend among Britain's biggest footballing stars is to be told in a new documentary. 'Metcalf vs Puskás: The Forgotten Game' is a documentary chronicling
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Police confirm death of person on railway tracks at Cheshire train station
POLICE have sadly confirmed that a person has died on the railway line in Cheshire. Emergency services rushed to Birchwood railway station shortly after 6am this morning, Monday. This followed reports of a casualty on the tracks, with all trains
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Mountain Warehouse opens new store in Chester city centre
OUTDOOR clothing and equipment brand Mountain Warehouse have opened a new store on Foregate Street, Chester. The 9,515 sq. ft store will feature womenswear, menswear, children’s wear, footwear, and equipment such as sleeping bags, tents and more
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DWP £50 fine warning to everyone on Universal Credit and other benefits
Universal Credit claimants, as well as those on other benefits, have been warned they could face fines of up to £50 this winter. Since October 2012, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has had the power to impose fines on benefit claimants
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Road restrictions by Chester Town Hall in run up to Christmas
A series of road closures by Chester Town Hall have been detailed for events leading up to Christmas. Cheshire West and Chester Council has announced the first road closure will be on Northgate Street, beyond the Hunter Street junction by Storyhouse
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Coronation Street to kill off legendary character in shocking twist
An icon of Coronation Street is set to leave the ITV soap soon after starring on the show for 27 years. It's reported that bosses at ITV are planning on killing off the character of Les Battersby, played by actor Bruce Jones. Battersby first
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Flood warning removed as high river levels on the Dee forecast to fall
FLOOD warnings for Chester and surrounding areas have been removed this morning (Monday, October 21) after a prolonged period of heavy rain for the region. A large area from Parkgate to Chester, including much of Neston, parts of Blacon, Puddington
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First set of upgrades to Chester Cathedral building lodged
The first stage of an upgrade to a Chester Cathedral building has been revealed. Proposals for changes to the 30 St Werburgh Street building, which was formerly occupied by Barclays Bank and The King's School over the past 150 years, have been
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Spectacular Manchester Bee sculpture touring Ellesmere Port
A spectacular sculpture is generating a buzz in its tour around Ellesmere Port. The Manchester Anti-Violence Bee Monument has been made from seized knives and firearms, and is currently on tour in public spaces and schools around the town this
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Firefighters called out to weather related incident in Chester
FIREFIGHTERS were called out to a weather related incident in Chester last night. One fire crew attended the scene in Weaver Street at about 8.30pm yesterday (Sunday, October 20). A spokesperson for Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "Wind
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'Extra special' meteor shower peaks across the UK tonight - how to see
One of the “best known and most reliable” meteor showers in the astronomical calendar will peak tonight (Monday, October 21). The Orionid meteor shower, active from October 2 until November 7 is set to be visible across UK skies. Orionids are
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Domino's products among more than 20 recalled due to possible health risks
More than 20 different spice products have been recalled over fears they may pose possible health risks for customers. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a “do not eat” warning for a number of products, including dips, curry powders and
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Dad celebrated for 30 years of volunteer work after terminal cancer diagnosis
A CANCER-BATTLING dad has been celebrated for a lifetime of volunteer work. David Lanham, from Northwich, has been presented with an award by the High Sheriff of Cheshire, Clare Hayward, in recognition of his ‘great and valuable services to the
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Exterior facelift approved for M&S store as retailer sees benefit in investment
AN exterior facelift is to be carried out at a Marks and Spencer store in Cheshire. It comes as the international retail chain saw benefit in investing in Warrington’s Gemini superstore. Advertisement consent has been granted by Warrington
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Flooding warning in place for the River Dee in Chester
A FLOOD warning is in place for the tidal River Dee from Grosvenor Bridge to The Groves. High tides were expected to cause flooding in the early hours. Highest tide level was expected to be at riverside properties from Grosvenor Bridge to