Local News Archive

Flexible furlough scheme starts today

Tuesday, 30 June 2020 18:13

Tax Credits: It’s time to update your award

Tuesday, 30 June 2020 17:52

Scam Alert!

Tuesday, 30 June 2020 17:47

Cheshire afternoon tea raises hundreds for NSPCC

Tuesday, 30 June 2020 16:24

East Cheshire Committee virtual events fund over a thousand Childline counselling sessions

Tuesday, 30 June 2020 16:21

CHESHIRE CANCER RESEARCH UK SHOPS RE-OPEN TO BOOST FUNDING

Tuesday, 30 June 2020 16:10

RSPCA investigate suspected attack on pair of mating swans and their eggs

Tuesday, 30 June 2020 13:24

Council calls on government to ‘cover full costs’ of tackling Covid-19

Tuesday, 30 June 2020 13:18

Council seeking views on extending special powers to curb anti-social behaviour, crime and dog fouling

Tuesday, 30 June 2020 12:13

Appeal launched after man knocked off bike and threatened in Winsford

Tuesday, 30 June 2020 12:09

Cheshire’s emergency services urge residents to not drink/drug drive as government restrictions are eased

Tuesday, 30 June 2020 12:00

NHS to turn 72 amid greatest challenge

Tuesday, 30 June 2020 11:49

National Express Coaches Back On The Road From 1 July

Tuesday, 30 June 2020 11:43

Council’s libraries set to reopen – but some users may have to book visits

Monday, 29 June 2020 17:55

Sofas, mattresses and a 40ft mast - the shed-loads on the region's busiest roads

Monday, 29 June 2020 16:38

Police appeal for information after spate of criminal damage in Elworth and surrounding areas

Monday, 29 June 2020 15:58

Macclesfield's on-call firefighters set to trek the height of Mount Everest for charity

Monday, 29 June 2020 15:29

LET’S GIVE LOCAL BUSINESES OUR SUPPORT OVER THE WEEKS AHEAD

Monday, 29 June 2020 14:54

Mandatory MOT testing to be re-introduced from 1 August

Monday, 29 June 2020 14:43

New online route for concessionary bus passes

Monday, 29 June 2020 12:49

One Million Steps Challenge

Monday, 29 June 2020 11:52

More than 10m cars due to take to the roads as a third of all drivers head off for an overnight stay in England this weekend

Monday, 29 June 2020 09:39

Local NHS workers photographed for NHS birthday portrait collection

Saturday, 27 June 2020 10:34

Mike Farrelly RIP

Saturday, 27 June 2020 10:17

Cheshire East Council highlights adult social care budget pressures during pandemic

Saturday, 27 June 2020 10:04

Phase two of discretionary fund open for small eligible businesses

Saturday, 27 June 2020 10:01

Motorycle training and testing to restart in England

Friday, 26 June 2020 17:28

Cheshire based social enterprise The Digital Life Skills Company benefits from Co-operative Bank Customer Donation Fund

Friday, 26 June 2020 11:53

Police urge people not to attend illegal raves

Friday, 26 June 2020 10:51

Driving lessons and tests to restart in England

Thursday, 25 June 2020 20:53

Four women plead guilty to fraud offences

Thursday, 25 June 2020 17:07

Appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage following a fatal collision in Moreton

Thursday, 25 June 2020 16:09

An update from The Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service

Thursday, 25 June 2020 15:55

‘Al Fresco Pubs’ – sector welcomes plan to increase outdoor serving spaces

Thursday, 25 June 2020 15:03

Frail and elderly at increased risk during hot weather and need to drink regularly

Thursday, 25 June 2020 11:40

Northwich Krazy Races postponed until 2021

Thursday, 25 June 2020 11:02

Creamfields announce first wave acts for 2021

Wednesday, 24 June 2020 19:11

CPRE Cheshire calls for major investment in local rail services

Wednesday, 24 June 2020 17:00

RHS to cancel Flower Shows at Cardiff and Chatsworth

Wednesday, 24 June 2020 16:56

Council pleased with public response to Local Plan Phase Two

Wednesday, 24 June 2020 16:49

Don’t let a house fire take the sizzle out of your summer

Wednesday, 24 June 2020 16:44

Countryside plea to leave barbecues at home as heatwave heightens fire risk

Wednesday, 24 June 2020 16:34

Diabetes UK's campaign to keep people with diabetes safe at work

Wednesday, 24 June 2020 16:21

Active travel to play its role in Cheshire East’s Covid-19 recovery

Wednesday, 24 June 2020 08:20

First ever virtual retreat held in the north for Childline

Tuesday, 23 June 2020 19:14

Stroke symptoms? Time to act FAST

Tuesday, 23 June 2020 19:00

ALTON TOWERS RESORT TO OPEN FROM 4TH JULY

Tuesday, 23 June 2020 14:41

Statement on the Government’s announcement on the reopening of outdoor playgrounds on July 4th

Tuesday, 23 June 2020 14:37

Pubs re-opening from 4th July is a welcome first step on long road to recovery

Tuesday, 23 June 2020 14:28

Appeal following attempted armed robbery Rudheath Post Office

Tuesday, 23 June 2020 14:24

NSPCC’s 10 signs for spotting child abuse under lockdown

Tuesday, 23 June 2020 14:19

ROYAL MAIL ISSUE NEW SPECIAL STAMPS TO HONOUR ROCK ROYALTY, QUEEN

Tuesday, 23 June 2020 09:40

Appeal for information following racial abuse in Macclesfield

Monday, 22 June 2020 17:17

Six kestrel chicks which were rescued by the RSPCA have been returned to the wild

Monday, 22 June 2020 15:41

Barnardo’s declares ‘state of emergency’ as number of children needing foster care during Coronavirus pandemic rises

Monday, 22 June 2020 15:36

Vital project goes online to protect older people from scams

Monday, 22 June 2020 15:28

Next phase of plans for Northwich Market to begin on 29 June

Monday, 22 June 2020 15:16

MANCHESTER AIRPORT LAUNCHES SAFE TRAVEL MEASURES AS AIRLINES BEGIN TO RESUME FLIGHTS

Monday, 22 June 2020 09:04

Police urge people not to attend illegal raves

Saturday, 20 June 2020 13:34

Independent Arbitration Panel Outcome

Saturday, 20 June 2020 09:32

Supporting those feeling lonely or isolated

Saturday, 20 June 2020 09:20

Dogs Trust issues advice to owners on COVID-19 and dogs

Friday, 19 June 2020 18:38

Tourism’ burglars jailed following Cheshire crime spree

Friday, 19 June 2020 13:36

Police urge people planning to attend protests to take extra care

Friday, 19 June 2020 12:28

New charity promotes ‘Stay Safe On Holiday’ message to 18-30s to fight epidemic of accidental deaths of young Brits

Friday, 19 June 2020 11:47

111 Helps Thousands Get Fast NHS Check On The High Street

Friday, 19 June 2020 11:31

Former leader of Cheshire East Council demands inquiry into Cheshire Police

Friday, 19 June 2020 11:24

Family pay tribute to 18-year-old who died in Haslington bypass collision

Thursday, 18 June 2020 15:53

Woman’s shock when she finds a snake curled up on her sofa

Thursday, 18 June 2020 15:50

Laura Ashley re-opening across Cheshire to commence their closing down sale

Thursday, 18 June 2020 13:56

National regulators say CWP is outstanding for caring

Thursday, 18 June 2020 13:00

Cheshire & Warrington Covid-19 Response Fund hands out £500,000 in grants in 8 weeks

Thursday, 18 June 2020 12:19

Council reinstates vital bus link which left key workers stranded

Thursday, 18 June 2020 11:11

The Camping and Caravanning Club: Reopening Campsites

Thursday, 18 June 2020 11:06

Manchester Airport is the first UK airport to offer passengers the option to pre-book a timeslot at security

Thursday, 18 June 2020 09:37

Council restarts notices of marriage and civil partnerships

Thursday, 18 June 2020 09:32

Emergency landslip repairs between Stafford and Crewe continue tonight

Wednesday, 17 June 2020 19:34

Convenient Cancer Treatment For Patients During Covid-19 Pandemic

Wednesday, 17 June 2020 19:12

Teach Countryside Code in schools, says CLA

Wednesday, 17 June 2020 12:56

Emirates resumes flights for passengers from Manchester

Wednesday, 17 June 2020 12:07

Postponed repairs to Winnington Bridge are now rescheduled

Wednesday, 17 June 2020 11:58

NATIONAL EXPRESS COACH SERVICES TO START UP AGAIN WITH ENHANCED SAFETY MEASURES

Wednesday, 17 June 2020 11:35

Cheshire East Council to re-start registration of births

Wednesday, 17 June 2020 09:32

Coronavirus-Related Scams - How To Protect Yourself

Tuesday, 16 June 2020 19:32

Residents urged to remain vigilant following emerging trend of pet fraud across Cheshire

Tuesday, 16 June 2020 11:41

Silkmen Mourn The Loss Of Two Club Stalwarts

Tuesday, 16 June 2020 11:08

Council to invest in an improved and enhanced library service for Northwich residents

Monday, 15 June 2020 16:21

North West Academies Trust provides laptops to ease lockdown learning

Monday, 15 June 2020 14:25

Council urging dog owners to keep pets under control and think of others

Monday, 15 June 2020 13:08

Man dies following a collision in Disley

Monday, 15 June 2020 10:19

Face coverings a must for train passengers

Monday, 15 June 2020 09:14

Virtual Macclesfield Open Art Exhibition

Sunday, 14 June 2020 18:13

Appeal following fatal collision near Sandbach

Saturday, 13 June 2020 17:24

Silkmen Announce Retained And Released Lists

Saturday, 13 June 2020 09:44

Local NHS staff share message of unity with virtual choir

Saturday, 13 June 2020 09:30

A reminder on the importance of social distancing

Saturday, 13 June 2020 09:24

Fishing rod licence sales boom as lockdown eases

Friday, 12 June 2020 23:21

New rules on face coverings coming in on Monday will help keep passengers safe

Friday, 12 June 2020 18:13

East Cheshire NHS Trust urges all visiting patients to wear face masks

Friday, 12 June 2020 17:56

The Benefits of Neighbourhood Watch In These Difficult Times

Friday, 12 June 2020 17:47

High-powered cars being targeted by burglars in Widnes and Northwich

Friday, 12 June 2020 17:27

SHIELDING TEACHERS EXPECTED TO GO INTO SCHOOL

Friday, 12 June 2020 17:24

Man who stole more than £30,000 worth of cryptocurrency jailed for 20 months

Friday, 12 June 2020 17:16

Track and Trace Scam

Friday, 12 June 2020 17:07

Stagecoach launches new smartphone “busy bus” indicator to help customers plan journeys

Friday, 12 June 2020 10:19

Police investigation into award of a contract related to fitness company

Friday, 12 June 2020 10:10

Lockdown weight gain across the UK could lead to a surge in a life-threatening form liver disease

Friday, 12 June 2020 10:02

Workplaces are not equipped for the great COVID 19 tour de lockdown

Friday, 12 June 2020 09:30

Young workers in North West are four times more likely to work in sectors where jobs are most at risk

Thursday, 11 June 2020 18:18

NEW SUPPORT FOR RE-OPENING AND RECOVERY OF HIGH STREETS

Thursday, 11 June 2020 18:14

Special Constabulary

Thursday, 11 June 2020 17:37

Charity staff step in to help Christie patients during the coronavirus

Thursday, 11 June 2020 17:33

Have you got it covered? Northern asks North West customers

Thursday, 11 June 2020 17:21

What leave and flexible working are parents entitled to during the pandemic?

Thursday, 11 June 2020 17:17

MACCLESFIELD MP CALLS FOR FAIR PLAY OFF THE PITCH

Thursday, 11 June 2020 17:05

UPDATE: Call for vigilance following spate of catalytic converter thefts

Thursday, 11 June 2020 16:56

Everything you need to know about getting a mortgage during Covid-19

Thursday, 11 June 2020 16:50

BARNABY 2020 DIGITAL PROGRAMME

Thursday, 11 June 2020 10:56

Persistent Winsford burglar who targeted a church on two occasions jailed

Thursday, 11 June 2020 10:50

Cheshire East Council sets out position on wider opening of schools

Thursday, 11 June 2020 10:48

Cheshire Special Constabulary dedicate 1,110 hours to help keep communities safe during National Specials Weekend

Thursday, 11 June 2020 10:42

MORRISONS TO EXTEND NHS 10% DISCOUNT UNTIL SEPTEMBER

Thursday, 11 June 2020 10:36

Acas North West publishes coronavirus advice on returning to work

Wednesday, 10 June 2020 18:19

Coronavirus no barrier to getting cars MOT’d and serviced

Wednesday, 10 June 2020 18:16

UPDATE: Two teenagers arrested following arson incidents in Congleton

Wednesday, 10 June 2020 16:16

Cheshire East Council approves £2M fund to support care providers and those they care for

Wednesday, 10 June 2020 12:09

Keep your garden on lockdown to keep thieves at bay

Wednesday, 10 June 2020 11:52

Our Future is Ancient for 2020 Vision

Wednesday, 10 June 2020 08:29

Barnaby Festival 2020 - Homemade Parade

Tuesday, 9 June 2020 17:59

EFL Statement: League Two Opts To Curtail

Tuesday, 9 June 2020 17:48

Cheshire Constabulary to crackdown on the anti-social use of motorbikes across the county

Tuesday, 9 June 2020 17:31

RSPCA fears a second wave of equine crisis

Tuesday, 9 June 2020 17:26

Fraud Alert - Telephone Scam

Tuesday, 9 June 2020 17:20

Cheshire East Council peer challenge report published

Tuesday, 9 June 2020 17:16

Cheshire East moves forward to help deliver affordable homes

Tuesday, 9 June 2020 12:49

Man from the Northwich area wanted on recall to prison

Tuesday, 9 June 2020 12:46

BUSINESSES URGED TO SUPPORT SCHOOLCHILDREN’S ACCESS TO ONLINE LEARNING DURING LOCKDOWN

Tuesday, 9 June 2020 12:41

New powers for councils to keep cyclists safe

Tuesday, 9 June 2020 11:14

Calls about children impacted by domestic abuse soar during lockdown to highest on record

Tuesday, 9 June 2020 11:07

Trading Standards officers warn of NHS Test and Trace scams

Tuesday, 9 June 2020 10:57

Firefighters warn smokers of the dangers of smoking indoors after three fatal fires

Tuesday, 9 June 2020 09:29

Call for vigilance following spate of catalytic converter thefts

Monday, 8 June 2020 20:28

Morrisons in the North West helps raise thousands for Marie Curie’s Great Daffodil Appeal

Monday, 8 June 2020 20:23

ANNOUNCEMENT ABOUT RACE FOR LIFE IN KNUTSFORD

Monday, 8 June 2020 20:13

Cheshire East Council right to show caution on advice to schools on re-opening

Monday, 8 June 2020 20:10

Councils secure vital funding to support socially excluded into training and work across three boroughs

Monday, 8 June 2020 20:03

Winsford man charged with burglary offences

Monday, 8 June 2020 14:24

Bird's eye view of Cheshire's £43 million M6 junction improvement

Monday, 8 June 2020 14:21

Silkmen Thank All Their Incredible Volunteers

Monday, 8 June 2020 08:30

Covid19 - Track and Trace Scam

Saturday, 6 June 2020 11:34

Sky Bet Championship Returns To Sky Sports

Saturday, 6 June 2020 11:30

Cheshire East Council to introduce temporary measures that protect businesses and high street users

Saturday, 6 June 2020 11:10

Starting This Sunday Neighbourhood Watch Week Celebrates Our Neighbours

Friday, 5 June 2020 21:21

Phased reopening for North West dental practices from Monday

Friday, 5 June 2020 17:58

The Duchess of Cornwall thanks North West volunteers for their support during COVID-19

Friday, 5 June 2020 17:49

News from Bunbury Mill

Friday, 5 June 2020 15:16

Council Leader writes letter of support for Chester Zoo’s reopening plans

Friday, 5 June 2020 13:53

North West passengers told 'day trips are not essential'

Friday, 5 June 2020 11:51

Tatton Park parkland reopens successfully

Friday, 5 June 2020 09:46

Transport for the North welcomes face coverings initiative

Friday, 5 June 2020 09:25

Disability Charity Launches Fan Survey

Thursday, 4 June 2020 23:19

Face coverings to become mandatory on public transport

Thursday, 4 June 2020 20:05

Two men sentenced following serious assault in Tarporley

Thursday, 4 June 2020 17:21

Council to revamp another of borough’s recreation areas in long-term parks strategy

Thursday, 4 June 2020 13:15

RSPCA releases new litter figures and warns of increased dangers as lockdown eases

Thursday, 4 June 2020 13:05

KNUTSFORD RESIDENT AND CEO CREATES NEW JOBS IN SOCIAL CARE

Thursday, 4 June 2020 10:24

Cheshire MPs urge government action over Chester Zoo fears

Thursday, 4 June 2020 10:19

Congleton Town Mayor 2020/21

Thursday, 4 June 2020 10:14

Over two thirds of people in the North West want to see their local green space enhanced

Thursday, 4 June 2020 10:04

‘Sleeping giant’ Jodrell Bank reawakening after historic lockdown

Thursday, 4 June 2020 09:58

CHESHIRE CONSERVATIVE MPS JOIN FORCES WITH COUNCILLORS TO GET ZOO RE-OPENED SAFELY

Wednesday, 3 June 2020 18:07

Vans and trailers allowed at Recycling Centres and trade waste site to re-open

Wednesday, 3 June 2020 15:53

A dad from Chester is cycling 500km to raise funds to find a cure for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Wednesday, 3 June 2020 15:24

RSPCA rescuer jumps into lake to save a swan

Wednesday, 3 June 2020 15:06

Chester Zoo told to prepare to remain closed ‘indefinitely’

Wednesday, 3 June 2020 14:30

North West Academies Trust schools re-open their doors to children

Wednesday, 3 June 2020 14:04

Cheshire charities scoop share of £1million fund

Wednesday, 3 June 2020 13:51

Safe Driving

Wednesday, 3 June 2020 13:43

Community Voting

Wednesday, 3 June 2020 12:11

HMRC Scam

Wednesday, 3 June 2020 12:07

Warning issued following surge in fraud offences across Cheshire

Wednesday, 3 June 2020 12:02

NSPCC Look Say Sing Play campaign helps young families through lockdown

Tuesday, 2 June 2020 16:43

Appeal following arson incident in Congleton

Tuesday, 2 June 2020 16:39

Over two thirds of people in the North West want to see their local green space enhanced

Tuesday, 2 June 2020 16:37

Cheshire East Council cabinet to consider corporate peer challenge report

Tuesday, 2 June 2020 10:00

Diabetes UK urges people with diabetes to look after their feet

Tuesday, 2 June 2020 09:55

Tatton Park to reopen its parkland to the public on 3rd June

Monday, 1 June 2020 17:29

Soap script writer volunteers as hospital cleaner during coronavirus

Monday, 1 June 2020 17:17

Residents urged to follow safety advice after further increase in outdoor fires over the weekend

Monday, 1 June 2020 17:02

NSPCC Celebrates North West Volunteers

Monday, 1 June 2020 16:56

Major infrastructure project will help Winsford Industrial Estate thrive and create jobs

Monday, 1 June 2020 16:44

Covid-19 Memorial Garden to be created at Vale Royal Crematorium

Monday, 1 June 2020 16:40

Macclesfield Neighbours Celebrate with Lottery Win

Monday, 1 June 2020 16:35

Over 75s at increased risk during hot weather and need to drink regularly

Monday, 1 June 2020 16:30

Crewe Neighbours Celebrate with Lottery Win

Monday, 1 June 2020 16:24

Sustained rail investment vital to aid economic recovery and unlock the North’s potential

Monday, 1 June 2020 10:29

Lockdown speeders: drivers exploit coronavirus restrictions to speed excessively

Monday, 1 June 2020 09:45

Re-opening The High Streets

Monday, 1 June 2020 09:25

Police write off over 180,000 crimes in the North West

Monday, 1 June 2020 09:16