Northwich Guardian
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Borough councillors banned from town council meetings after unanimous vote
On Monday, July 21, the town council resolved to ban Swanlow ward’s Cllr Simon Boone and Dene ward’s Cllr Mandy Clare from its meetings, along with a member of the public, understood to be Paul Stubbs.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Pensioner taken to hospital after gas explosion at residential park
The emergency services were on Eddisbury Hill Residential Park at around 8.40am on Saturday.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Hopes dashed for High Court overturn of 2.3m-tonne builders' spoil dumping decision
Northwich Action Group’s barrister has found no strong basis on which to challenge the Planning Inspectorate’s decision to allow the Wallerscote Lime Beds solar farm to go ahead.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Popular science festival returning to Cheshire 'bigger and better than ever'
SciTech Extravaganza is back at Alderley Park, and it promises this year to be bigger and better, featuring an array of activities for all ages.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 17:18:47 +0100Responders rush to scene of two-car crash on main road
The collision between a Kia and a Nissan was before 4pm on Thursday, August 28.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:00:00 +0100Nights of laughter and sass promised as 'naughty' musical comes to town
In September, the Harlequin Theatre in Queen Street will be presenting its production of Hot Flush! The Naughtiest Musical In Town.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100Six Cheshire charities share in £37k from Manchester Airport's trust fund
SIX Cheshire charities have received a share of £37,000 from Manchester Airport’s Community Trust Fund.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:38:50 +0100Wanted stalker still on the run as police renew public appeal for help
Police are yet to find Northwich man, Elliot Rowe, who is wanted for breaching a stalking protection order.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:14:01 +0100Council's adult social care service rated Good by inspectors
Inspectors found a number of areas to be performing well, adding that staff arranged home care and reablement services for people without delay.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:49:17 +0100Balance tips against Labour on Cheshire West after councillor quits
While Labour still continues to rule as a minority administration, the maths means it can no longer force through its agenda.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 09:58:00 +0100‘Medically trapped’ casualty rescued by fire crew after three-car crash
Emergency services arriving at Nat Lane in Winsford found a crash had happened involving three cars and one person was 'medically trapped' inside a vehicle.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 09:54:29 +0100One lane closed off on motorway after crash between car and HGV
The emergency services were on the motorway at around 9.20pm yesterday, Wednesday.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0100Was your baby born in Mid Cheshire in August 2025? Let’s see your pictures
Was your baby born in Mid Cheshire in August 2025? Let’s see your pictures
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Inquest opens after man, 31, found dead in supported accommodation home
Connor Smith, aged 31, was last seen on August 9 before he was sadly found dead at his home the next day.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Takeaway in final of nationwide Restaurant of the Year Awards
Burg 'N' Ice beat off competition from the big cities in the regional round to become the best in the North West.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Pub landlady who 'lost everything' takes brewery to court for constructive dismissal
Mimi Shore resigned as general manager of The Blue Cap in Sandiway in January 2024 after her relationship with the Chinese-owned pub company giant, Greene King, began to break down in early 2023.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100New conservation programme in town is transforming lives and green spaces
Weekly conservation sessions at Leftwich Meadows in Northwich, organised by the Cheshire Natural Health Service, are helping people build friendships, improve wellbeing, and connect with nature while making a positive difference to the environment.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0100Padgate Academy marks GCSE results and welcomes a new chapter
Students and staff at Padgate Academy are reflecting on this summer’s GCSE results, which represent a significant moment for the school.
Wed, 27 Aug 2025 18:15:00 +0100Trio sentenced for county lines conspiracy involving crack cocaine and heroin
Iain Alexander, Helen Reynolds and Joshua Shaw appeared at Chester Crown Court to be sentenced on Tuesday, August 26.
Wed, 27 Aug 2025 17:31:36 +0100Power cut leaves homes without electricity over widespread area of town
A power cut is affecting a widespread area including parts of Winsford, SP Energy has confirmed.
Wed, 27 Aug 2025 15:36:53 +0100Children's services improving but more work needed says Ofsted
Inspectors found fundamental issues, such as workloads and the stability of the workforce, had also improved.
Wed, 27 Aug 2025 15:30:00 +0100Mum says top-floor flat is like 'a prison' to her and two young children
Caitlin Burns lives with her boyfriend of four years and their two young children in a block belonging to Onward Homes.
Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100Family-run farm holding live music event as mission to open new shop continues
Fred Roberts and Joanne Littler, at Applecross Farm, want to open a new farm shop to replace Winsor's Fruit & Veg, which closed in 2018.
Wed, 27 Aug 2025 09:51:52 +0100Firefighters battle blaze in canal boat which was 'well alight'
They attended the waterway at around 10.20pm on Tuesday, August 26.
Wed, 27 Aug 2025 05:31:00 +0100Pearl, 12, gets off to 'Nitro' start in national sports scheme
TWELVE months of ‘incredible opportunity’ have got off to a flying start for Pearl Oultram
Wed, 27 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Drivers warned of potential disruption on up to 100-miles of country roads
Cyclists on the Manchester 100 Bike Ride set off from Wythenshawe Park at 7am on Sunday, August 31, before covering a ‘wide sweep of Cheshire’ on its ’beautiful lanes’.
Wed, 27 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Car seized and dozens more fined for illegal parking at beauty spot
ONE car has been towed away and dozens more hit with fines as drivers continue to flout the law at Pickmere.
Wed, 27 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Tech firm plays key role in developing 'game-changing' workplace safety app
This month Safety Shield Global and AmcoGiffen launched their new site team reporting and emergency accident management (S.T.R.E.A.M) app.
Wed, 27 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Ban for drug-driver caught behind the wheel on cocaine and cannabis
Dean Royle, of Sale, Greater Manchester, appeared at Crewe Magistrates Court for sentencing last week.
Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:30:00 +0100Beloved boutique holding fundraising fashion show for life-saving charity
Cabin Boutique, a popular fixture at Hopley House in Middlewich for almost nine years, is putting on a fashion show in aid of the North West Air Ambulance Charity (NWAA).
Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:51:13 +0100Trust in local media increases to 80 per cent, new survey shows
A new study has revealed that trust in local media has grown significantly over the past year.
Tue, 26 Aug 2025 17:00:00 +0100Did you welcome one of the 242 babies born at Leighton Hospital in July?
THERE were 242 babies born at Leighton Hospital in July 2025 – did you welcome a new arrival?
Tue, 26 Aug 2025 16:50:29 +0100Week of overnight closures affecting both carriageways on M6 begins
National Highways has confirmed the closures on the M6 are going ahead for a variety of reasons, including carriageway maintenance and drainage repairs.
Tue, 26 Aug 2025 17:01:41 +0100Cheshire Police shut down 700-plant cannabis farm in commercial premises
They attended the abandoned building on Lydyett Lane at around 11am on Thursday, August 21.
Tue, 26 Aug 2025 15:00:00 +0100Ford of Winsford announces sponsorship deal with top-flight team
Fords of Winsford has put pen to paper on a three-year sponsorship deal with the rugby union side's men's team and women's team.
Tue, 26 Aug 2025 12:41:57 +0100New development 'sets dangerous precedent' for 'eroding rural character' of villages
Aphra Brandreth, Conservative member of parliament for Chester South and Eddisbury, made the claims in an open letter sent to the secretary of state for housing, communities and local government, Angela Rayner, on Thursday, August 21.
Tue, 26 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Friends raise 'unbelievable' £10k ahead of walk for dad who took his own life
Martin Edwards' death in June last year came completely out of the blue for his family friends.
Tue, 26 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Community rallies round to support family following tragic death of loving mum
A FUNDRAISING appeal to support the grief-stricken family of a loving mum has touched the hearts of the local community.
Tue, 26 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Luxury car dealers' trial date pushed back after denying whopping £1.1m fraud
The charges relate to their dealings at VIP Car Sales, on Mereside Road, between May 2013, and March 2017.
Tue, 26 Aug 2025 11:21:19 +0100Animal welfare charity to host first cheese and wine party to support its work
RSPCA Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre is holding a first-of-its-kind fundraising night next month.
Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:42:24 +0100Appeal over whereabouts of wanted man amid investigation into domestic offences
Jason Lamb, of Celandine Court, Lostock Gralam, is wanted in connection with domestic offences.
Mon, 25 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100Fitness fans to complete 725 pull-ups on mountain top in memory of dad
Ashley Wood, the founder of Funk Fitness gym in Winsford, and his team will next month scale Ben Nevis before carrying out 725 pull-ups at the summit in memory of James Fisher.
Mon, 25 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Down syndrome charity receives generous £10k grant from mini-supermarket chain
Down Syndrome Cheshire, based in Northwich, received the funding through SPAR’s Community Cashback scheme to help deliver its essential services for people with Down syndrome and their families.
Mon, 25 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Thousands flock to largest independent flower show in the country
A FEAST of family fun blended with stunning floral designs as the largest independent flower show in the country has been hailed ‘one of the best yet’.
Mon, 25 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100New McDonald's staff take on litter pick as restaurant pledges to support community
STAFF at Winsford's new McDonald's restaurant have undertaken a litter pick as the restaurant pledged to support community initiatives.
Mon, 25 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Planners green light new salt making demo building at heritage attraction
Planners have agreed to let the Lion Salt Works, on Ollershaw Lane, build a timber and steal structure which it calls ‘a new salt making demonstration space’ in part of its car park.
Mon, 25 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Tour bus stops in town to help increase empathy and understanding of dementia
A dementia tour bus is helping people better understand what it’s like to live with the condition.
Mon, 25 Aug 2025 07:46:00 +0100I celebrated the 100 best things in Cheshire - in poems and pictures
Lynn Pegler explains how she is celebrating the county in poetry and pictures
Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:00:00 +0100The mum-and-son pottery studio where you can get creative
Seven Limes is a pottery studio with a difference - and a great story too
Sun, 24 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Residents urged to have their say as deadline looms on 266-home new development
At a public meeting held at Cuddington and Sandiway Village Hall on Thursday, August 13, residents were warned to submit their comments on the planning applications before the closing date of Monday, September 4.