THOUSANDS of schoolchildren from Northwich and Winsford are joining forces to celebrate the visit of the Queen's Baton ahead of the Commonwealth Games.

THIS week is Independents’ Week – a whole week dedicated to promoting independent retail businesses across the UK.

It comes after the National Insurance price hike, announced by Boris Johnson last year, came into effect in April.

FIREFIGHTERS have shared shocking new images which show the extent of the damage caused by a suspected arson attack at a vacant former shop in Northwich.

THERE was a heavy police presence in Cheshire earlier this week after reports a ‘shot’ had been fired inside a house.

A NORTHWICH man has been jailed after breaching his sexual offence prevention order for the second time by deleting his internet search history.

POLICE are investigating after a fire ripped through the premises of a former shop in Northwich, causing part of the roof to collapse.

LONG delays are being reported on the M6 northbound in Cheshire this afternoon, Wednesday.

POLICE are appealing for information after a woman suffered serious injuries in a car crash in Delamere last night, Tuesday.

FEWER than five per cent of all rape investigations concluded by Cheshire Police in 2021 led to a conviction.

A ROAD was closed as firefighters worked to free a person from their vehicle following a crash last night, Tuesday.

A WOMAN has been taken to hospital by an air ambulance following a crash in Northwich involving three vehicles.

THERE are more over 65s living across Cheshire than ever before, according to results of the 2021 census.

I have always been clear in my opposition to HS2 and will continue to call for it to be scrapped.

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THE opening month of North West Counties Football League fixtures have been confirmed for Northwich Victoria, Winsford United and Barnton.

WEAVER Valley Cycling Club were represented in the Warrington Road Club ‘4 up’ 25-mile time trial by Sam Taylor, Jeff Wood, Dave Walker and Matt Heath.

The brand new UP trampoline is set to keep the kids entertained, safe and active all summer long. 

The BBC has confirmed Laila Morse will begin filming scenes over the summer.

POLICE are appealing for information following a collision in Northwich.

Dame Deborah James has died at the age of 40 from bowel cancer, her family announced on Tuesday.

A BRIDAL shop owner in Northwich has thanked her loyal supporters and customers as she celebrates 15 years of business in the town.

THE town mayor has praised the success of the first ever Krazy Races event and that he hoped it would return next year.

A NEW race is being introduced on the River Weaver as a popular festival returns for 2022.

NORTHWICH primary schools are taking part in a new family fitness initiative designed to tackle the rise in childhood obesity.

A MAN pulled over on the M6 near Tabley who was found in possession of a Samurai sword and a knife, has been jailed.

A PUBLIC pest has been hit with a suspended jail sentence after 'wilfully' failing to adhere to a court order banning him from several town centre stores.

CHESHIRE'S Police Commissioner has said he has no intention of asking the government if he can take over responsibility for the fire and rescue service.

THE trial of a Northwich businessman accused of rape has been delayed for nearly two months as criminal barristers have begun strike action.

The RAC claimed significant reductions in wholesale costs for petrol mean companies have a “clear opportunity” to stop raising pump prices

MID-CHESHIRE Samaritans is proud to announce the appointment of its new director who will be running the branch and its community outreach activities from Northwich.

CLIVE Rowland has described winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans as ‘mindblowing’.

To get 12 months free, book any Hotel + Ticket package in a Disney Hotel or Les Villages Nature Paris.

THE Mid Cheshire Federation crown green bowlteam were involved in a thrilling tussle with East Lancs on Sunday.

NORTHWICH rider Pete Founds and his passenger Jevan Walmsley are on a roll, writes Ste McNorton.

Michael Owen had Twitter in stitches after daughter Gemma's heart-pumping challenge on Love Island.

A WOMAN has been taken to hospital after suffering a suspected medical episode while driving through Hartford.

AN ENDURANCE runner from Northwich has completed one of the most challenging races in the world and raised thousands for a popular charity.

A TOTAL of 21 people were killed on Cheshire’s roads last year, new figures show, but casualty numbers remain lower than before the pandemic.

THE Northwich Jubilee Carnival Queen will finally be crowned as the popular event returns to Verdin Park next weekend.

THOUSANDS of people descended on Northwich at the weekend as the town was turned into a racetrack.

Emergency services have been at the scene of a road traffic collision near Hartford Methodist Church on Beach Road, Hartford.

Sainsbury’s is recalling one of its products over fears it is “unsafe to eat”.

CHESHIRE'S police commissioner has criticised comments and tweets about his deputy not standing in for him at a police panel meeting saying he had a pre-existing commitment.

The hotel chain has slashed the price of selected stays across its 580 locations. until May 2023.

POLICE have confirmed a man has been killed after being hit by a train in Cheshire.

A BUSY vet practice in Northwich has retained its title as the best in Cheshire thanks to its loyal customers.

THIS stunning detached family home is located in the heart of picturesque Pickmere.

A PENSIONER found with indecent images of children, a drug dealer who threw evidence into a river and a prolific shoplifter are amongst the Cheshire defendants to appear in court across the county in the past seven days.

A BOROUGH council has been criticised for not recording how many children are being diagnosed as being dyslexic.