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THE long-awaited Jubilee weekend is almost upon us, so here are some of the exciting events taking place to celebrate.

A TEENAGER who attacked a young woman with a zombie knife, an escapee prisoner and a pervert pensioner are among the Mid Cheshire defendants to appear in court over the last week.

ANDY and Doll Jones are no stranger to winning awards for the pub they own in Moulton - The Lion.

TAILS are sure to be wagging as DogFest gets ready to return to Tatton Park next month.

MORE than 50 people pulled on their hiking boots to raise thousands of pounds for a popular charity and did so in memory of a much-missed friend.

CHILDREN can explore a fun-filled adventure to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

POLICE have welcomed news a prolific shoplifter has been banned  from several shops and from drinking booze in public.

LONG delays in family courts are adding to stress for parents and children, claims a Cheshire MP.

The UK is a nation of biscuit lovers and this Sunday, May 29 is National Biscuit Day.

A PERSISTANT shoplifter has been banned from shops across Northwich and Winsford after a spate of thefts.

DELIVERING a new bridge for Northwich is a key element of £46m proposed transport improvements aimed at tackling a traffic bottleneck as well as unlocking regeneration.

A CHARITY has sent its 70th container of overseas aid to the Ukraine.

Supermarket meal vouchers axed in Cheshire West this half term, but funding for celebrations to mark Queen’s Platinum Jubilee goes ahead.

MPs across the patch have responded to news the Chancellor will provide help with the cost-of-living crisis.

WINNINGTON Park Rugby Club are welcoming back a familiar face and he says he has lots of ideas for improving the first team.

A DRIVER trapped after a two car crash has been rescued.

A NEW exhibition organised by Visual Arts Cheshire has gone on display at Barons Quay, featuring artwork from over 20 Northwich primary schools.

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A TECHNO festival is coming to Arley Hall and Gardens.

TODAY is national fish and chips day.

TWENTY-SIX people have been arrested and as many knives have been seized in a crackdown on increasing knife crime in the county.

PRE-SCHOOL pupils have enjoyed celebrating the Queen’s upcoming Platinum Jubilee this week – including flag and crown making, a street party and even constructing their very own castle to play in.

One of the most sought-after kitchen gadgets of 2022, Airfryers can also help you save on your energy bills.

When the incredible garden bar was first in stock, it sold out within 72 hours so you shouldn't delay if you fancy one of your own.

Tesco is asking shoppers to return the item to the nearest store for a full refund.

A DISQUALIFED driver has been jailed after he failed to stop for police on roads in Northwich and Winsford.

A VAN burst into flames on the M6 on Thursday (May 26) morning.

A TEENAGER on a night out with his mum went ‘completely berserk’ and attacked a young woman with a ‘zombie knife’ outside a bar in Northwich.

CHESHIRE could soon get another zoo if plans to develop part of a dairy farm are approved.

NOMINATIONS have been flooding in over the weekend for the best fitness or gym instructor in Cheshire – and it’s time to reveal our shortlist.

THERE are miles of congestion on the M6 this afternoon (Thursday, May 26).

THE Mid Cheshire Federation bowls team had an excellent 20-12 victory against Rochdale on Sunday, writes David O'Brien.

The prediction comes amid reports the Queen’s Bank Holiday weekend could be the hottest of the year.

I have the privilege of visiting schools across my patch where I see first-hand the wonders being achieved through teachers and support staff working in partnership with young people.

Actor Ray Liotta, known for his appearance in Goodfellas, has passed away, aged 67.

THE night skies above Northwich will be well and truly lit up as the town marks the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Ofsted and the CQC found one in four children did not have a key development check for SEND by the time they were 12 months old.

Take a look at some of the items coming to Aldi and Lidl middle aisles from Thursday May 26.

A 'PROFESSIONAL' criminal has been jailed and her shoplifting accomplice electronically tagged after they went on a stealing spree at the town’s H&M store.

WORK can now begin on a new small-scale neighbourhood shopping area after plans were given the green light.

A 21-YEAR-OLD who absconded from prison while serving four years for an attempted robbery in Rudheath has had eight months added onto his sentence.

HAVE you decorated your house with bunting and flags to mark the Queen’s platinum jubilee this weekend?

A MAN from Winsford has been arrested over the supply of fake Champions League football tickets.

A NEW fun-filled adventure golf course has proved a big hit with children.

THE public have been told to enjoy Delamere Forest this summer, but to leave the disposable barbecues at home.

GARY Barlow’s one-man stage show where he tells his story in his own words is coming to Frodsham next month.

WINNINGTON Park Rugby Club women's and girls' section held its end of season celebration and awards evening at the Burrows Hill Club.

Delivering a statement to MPs in Commons, Boris Johnson said: “I am humbled and I have learned a lesson.”

Beaverbrooks has a selection of designer watches, cufflinks and jewellery gifts perfect for treating your Dad to this Father's Day.