Northwich Guardian

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 09:56:22 +0000
Firefighters use hose reel jet to tackle unsafe campfire
CREWS tackled a fire in Winsford on Saturday.

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
11 of the top-rated cafés in Mid Cheshire according to Tripadvisor
THESE are some of the top-rated cafés in Mid Cheshire, according to reviews on Tripadvisor.

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Death notices and funeral announcements in the Northwich & Winsford Guardian
Every week, the Northwich & Winsford Guardian publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have died.

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 06:14:00 +0000
Like being on holiday in Devon - why Lymm village feels like going back in time
LYMM offers something completely different.

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 14:22:52 +0000
Major delays on M6 after two crashes on both carriageways of motorway
TWO lanes are closed causing long delays on the M6 following a crash.

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 09:50:45 +0000
Vandals torch wheelie bin on residential street in Halloween arson attack
VANDALS torched a wheelie bin in an arson attack in Winsford.

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
8 spine-tingling snaps of spooky season in Mid Cheshire
Each week, we ask our budding amateur photographers to take pictures based on a theme, and this week it was Halloween.

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
WATCH: M6 dangerous driver 'drifted off' before car transporter crash
Michael Brook was in a car transporter between J18, for Middlewich and Winsford, and J19, for Northwich and Knutsford, in the early hours of October 18, 2024.

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Free workouts as gym launches ‘I Moustache You a Question’ for men's mental health
Body Tech Fitness in Winsford, on Nat Lane, has launched a month-long festival of events, offers, and engagement activities all designed to raise awareness of the psychological challenges faced by men in particular.

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Northwich and Winsford criminals locked up in the last month
These are some criminals who were locked up for their crimes as of October 2025.

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 13:06:00 +0000
How incredible army of volunteers transformed deserving Cheshire charity centre
In 2010, the BBC launched an update on its hit home makeover show, DIY SOS, bringing viewers DIY SOS: The Big Build, where the team, led by Nick Knowles, enlisted the power of local tradesmen, suppliers and the larger community to help deserving fami...

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Witness appeal following death of former ICI worker from asbestos-related cancer
In June 2023, Leonard Goggin was undergoing medical investigations following complaints of chest pain when a lump was discovered in his chest.

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000
Careless driver fined after seriously injuring himself by crashing into wall
Jake Steel was at the wheel on Eardswick Lane, Minshull Vernon, at the time of the incident in July 2023.

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000
Men encouraged to meet up and discover how to enjoy retirement
MANY men yearn to retire after working all their life.

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'Ambitious' developer enters plans for 88-home estate on former farm and orchard
Propsco says 45 per cent will be affordable homes in line with Cheshire West and Chester Council's current requirements.

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Retired primary school teacher Sylvia turns 100 surrounded by family and friends
Retired Cledford Primary School teacher, Sylvia Rench, celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by family and friends at Willowmere Extra Care in Middlewich.

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Inquest opens after 83-year-old man died while 'in custody' at hospital
George Costain, from Middlewich, died at Macclesfield Hospital on October 8.

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Primary school pupils 'go gold' to help children and families affected by cancer
Children at Weaverham Primary Academy took part in a special 'Go Gold Day' to support a campaign launched by The Joshua Tree charity.

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 15:24:45 +0000
Complaints panel unanimously rules police commissioner did not breach conduct code
CHESHIRE'S police commissioner did not breach the code of conduct by backing the Labour candidate in a recent Warrington by-election, a complaints committee has unanimously ruled.

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:55:09 +0000
Jason Manford gives voice to children benefitting from green-lit riding school
COMEDIAN Jason Manford has criticised villagers who objected to a retrospective planning application for a riding school which helps deprived children saying they ‘should know better’.

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Cheshire Police launches new safety campaign ahead of return of winter conditions
POLICE have launched a new road safety campaign as winter driving conditions take hold.

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000
Warrington & Vale Royal College host adult open event
Warrington & Vale Royal College host adult open event.

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
What will the weather be like in Mid Cheshire this weekend?
THE Met Office has forecast a mix of rain and sunshine for Mid Cheshire this weekend.

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000
Pub at heart of desirable village seeks outdoor alcohol and entertainment licence
The Tiger’s Head in Norley wants to sell alcohol and hold entertainment outside.

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:03:09 +0000
Man hurt in crash between Land Rover and moped on main road
The emergency services were on Newton Bank at around 8.10pm yesterday, Wednesday.

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'A-Team' take over to turn around pub in need of new lease of life
Kev Walker and Lucy Willis arrived at the beginning of last week at the Weaver's Whistle.

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 09:52:28 +0000
New housing development poised to get the green light
Cheshire West and Chester Council’s planning committee is recommended to rubber-stamp a reserved matters application.

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Popular restaurant becomes only Cheshire's sixth listed in Michelin Guide 2025
LESS than 12 months after opening, popular Knutsford restaurant LI~LY has been named in the prestigious Michelin Guide for 2025.

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:40:58 +0000
Third bid to add 25 dwellings to 190-home estate fails over impact on Jodrell Bank
A developer's third attempt to add up to 25 dwellings to a 190-home estate in Holmes Chapel has failed because councillors heard the scheme could adversely impact Jodrell Bank.

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000
Mid Cheshire Education Awards: Who should be our Team of the Year for 2026?
A DEDICATED and passionate group of people at S4YC Northwich took home our Team of the Year Award in January this year.

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Mid Cheshire Green Voices: 'Help protect our precious at-risk garden guests'
Once a familiar sight in British gardens, the humble hedgehog is now in serious decline.

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:21:40 +0000
Green light for scheme including drive-thru McDonald's and Costa just off M6
Cheshire East has approved a scheme which includes a Costa and McDonald's on land off the M6 in Sandbach in the hope it will bring further employment development to the site.

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Cards signposting abuse victims to support to be issued after junior minister visit
POSTCARDS signposting victims of abuse to available support are being delivered across Mid Cheshire.

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:34:11 +0000
Controversial 160-dwelling estate and 70-bed care home scheme refused
Cheshire East has refused a controversial homes scheme for Sandbach with one councillor arguing they won’t accept any application just because the council doesn’t have a five-year housing land supply.

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:39:57 +0000
Newsquest joins forces with local titles against 'secret' alcohol licensing plans
Newsquest has joined forces with other local titles in England and Wales against the government's 'secret' alcohol licensing plans

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 15:51:16 +0000
One in hospital after incident involving e-bike with air ambulance in attendance
An ambulance and an air ambulance attended at around 2.30pm today, Wednesday.

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:41:54 +0000
Police name man charged with drug dealing offences after stop-check
Kevin Prendergast, of Hamman Drive, Knutsford, was arrested on Friday, October 24, following a stop-check in Brook Street at around 8.20pm that day.

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000
Aqueduct renewal by water company sees road closed for estimated 20 weeks
United Utilities is carrying out work to renew its aqueduct and associated apparatus on Sadlers Lane, near the junction with Stable Lane.

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000
'Absolutely not good news': Anger over proposed Boat Lift reopening timetable
The Anderton Boat Lift, which turns 150 this year, was closed to all boat traffic by the Canal and River Trust in January after a lifting wire on one of its gates failed during routine maintenance.

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Gym will be touching tribute to late PT who lost life in tragic accident
Simon Daniels was one of four friends who made a move last year for what is soon to be the site of SPAC3 Fitness.

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Pair of drug dealers jailed after arrest at canalside campsite
Liverpudlians James Tagoe and James Walker were arrested at a canalside campsite at Oakwood Marina on Monday, August 18.

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Musician to release debut single after 'dream come true' collab with Zutons frontman
Recording engineer Timmy Harrison has made several contacts during his time in the music industry, including Dave McCabe, frontman of Liverpool indie band The Zutons.

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 16:18:53 +0000
Cheshire woman living in Jamaica says Hurricane Melissa has been ‘terrifying’
A CHESHIRE woman living in Jamaica said she feared she would have to “grab the kids and run” as Hurricane Melissa struck the country.

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:07:14 +0000
Would be Cheshire mayor says house prices among world's most expensive
Ben Fletcher was recently unveiled as the Conservative’s candidate to be the first mayor of the new Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority (CA).

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:28:53 +0000
Andrew Cooper: 'Once-in-a-generation' reforms will help our young people thrive'
I’ve long believed that one of the biggest failings of the last government was its inability to fix our skills system.

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'Welcoming and inclusive' vicar who grew his congregation 'exponentially' retires
Andrew's final service at St Helen's Northwich will be on Sunday, November 2.

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 09:48:57 +0000
The Charlatans' Tim Burgess on 'spiritual experience' of making new album
Formed in the West Midlands, the band moved to Northwich, the home of Burgess and the band’s manager Steve Harrison.

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Roberts Bakery owed more than £140k to local traders when the axe fell
ROBERTS Bakery went bust owing more than £140,000 to local small businesses, and it is unlikely they will ever see more than fraction of it.

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 18:00:00 +0000
Was your baby born in Mid Cheshire in October 2025? Let’s see your pictures
BABIES born this month will be celebrating their first Halloween this weekend.

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:30:00 +0000
Family's Halloween display and light show brings 'magic and mischief' to street
A NORTHWICH family have been delighting neighbours and visitors with their annual Halloween display which is bigger and better this year and even includes a full light show.

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