A WOMAN has avoided prison after handling stolen tablets from a nursery and stealing hundreds of pounds worth of alcohol from a supermarket to fuel her drug habit.

THE demolition of an ageing garden centre and the construction of new, modern facilities can now begin after plans were given the go ahead.

AFTER an unusual 2020/21 school year due to Covid and a much-needed summer break, children are getting back into the classroom this week.

Many foster carers feel inspired to look after children and young people in need and Karen and her partner Chris are no exception.

CHESHIRE festival bluedot 2022 have revealed their closing headliner.

More than 300 new Covid-19 cases were reported across Mid Cheshire during the latest 24-hour period.

A DRINK driver was arrested by police on the M56 this morning, Wednesday.

Manchester United footballer Aaron Wan-Bissaka has pleaded guilty to driving while disqualified, without a licence and without insurance.

CARE homes in Lostock Gralam joined together to give residents their own taste of a music festival.

CHESHIRE Wildlife Trust has welcomed the launch of a consultation by the Government yesterday, which asks the public if they want to see beavers released into the wild in England.

THE stage is set for a Cheshire-based band determined to get back momentum after the Covid-19 pandemic.

A FURTHER 50 people have died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 in the UK as of Tuesday (August 31), bringing the UK total to 132,535.

VEGAN honey is coming to Northwich Vegan Market this weekend.

NORTHWICH schoolchildren are being invited to celebrate the heroic work of road safety professionals as part of Road Safety Week 2021 (15-21 November).

THE UK's top salt scientist has visited Winsford Salt Mine to announce it as a 'unique resource' for scientists.

FIREFIGHTERS discovered a car well alight this morning.

PARENTS in Cheshire West and Chester are much more likely to win an appeal over their child's selected school than in those in other parts of the country, figures reveal.

1874 Northwich were unable to make it a weekend double.

Pete Tonge tells how Vics got the job done against Padiham on Saturday...

1874 Northwich ran out comfortable 4-1 winners against Kendal Town at Townfield on Saturday.

The C.1.2 strain was detected by scientists in South Africa in May this year and is thought to have the potential to evade coronavirus vaccines.

A MUCH-LOVED event for four-legged friends and their owners is back.

EXCITEMENT is mounting as a celebration of vintage vehicles finally takes off after being postponed due to the pandemic.

A WINSFORD mum is on a mission to reduce the stigma around baby loss, after experienced a tragic stillbirth herself three years ago.

WITTON Albion continue to search for their first win of the new Northern Premier League campaign.

TOM Vickers and Jason Cornes met in the final of the Mid Cheshire Merit Trophy at Norley BC on Sunday.

A DANCEWEAR shop in Northwich, which has been in business for more than 50 years, has introduced specialist pointe shoe fitting after weathering the Covid storm.

The changes will affect a lot of day-to-day life for pupils from PPE to self-isolation.

Here is a list of 7 food types sure to cure your hangover.

CHESHIRE East and West is home to more than 130 Syrian refugees houses across the UK, figures show, as the Government prepares to resettle another 20,000 people – this time from Afghanistan.

POP-up jobs and volunteers fairs are coming to Winsford and Northwich next month.

A TEENAGER has fought off competition from all across the UK to take home the prestigious Miss Teen Pageant Girl crown.

THIS stunning cottage in one of the most sought after and desirable villages in Cheshire is our property of the week.

Alton Towers Resort is on the look out for actors who are interested in taking up a variety of roles including zombies, ghosts, and chainsaw-wielding clowns ahead of this year’s Scarefest celebration.

A UNIQUE woodland adventure park next to the historic Cholmondeley Castle is hosting "a magical event for all the family to enjoy" during October half-term.

A GROUP of residents have said how angry and upset they are at plans by Arley Hall to host a Harry Potter experience this autumn.

DAREDEVIL stunts and tricks are among the star attractions at a fun-filled event.

A NEW ukulele club is launching in Northwich, aiming to bring a growing ukulele community to the town.

TWO penalties from Matty Birchall sealed a comeback win for Northwich Victoria against manager Steve Wilkes' former club Padiham.

A 19TH century anchor, rescued from the bottom of the River Weaver Navigation, has been given a new home on display at the foot of Anderton Boat Lift – Britain’s 'Cathedral of the Canals'.

ALI Smith has reached one individual final in her first Paralympics and she will aim to reach another on Friday.

GUARDIAN Camera Members have risen to our latest photography challenge.

EVERYONE has their own reasons for their choice.

Manchester City footballer Benjamin Mendy has appeared at Chester Magistrates Court this morning, having been charged with rape.

WEAVER Vale MP Mike Amesbury is backing calls for more dredging on the River Weaver so larger craft – including historic vessels - can travel into Northwich to boost tourism.

THE patients of a Warrington Hospital surgeon inspired him throughout as he completed a gruelling cycling challenge for charity.

A FURTHER 100 people have died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 in the UK as of today (August 27), bringing the UK total to 132,243.

MORE than 30 per cent of Cheshire patients are getting a GP appointment on the same day they enquired for one, according to the GP Patient Survey.

CYCLISTS across Cheshire are gearing up for a special charity event this weekend.

Although the Education Secretary has assured parents that consent would always be sought when it comes to 12 to 15-year-olds in England receiving the Covid vaccine, parents have raised concerns about their children receiving the jab.