A NORTHWICH man has appeared in court after calling a woman a ‘rat’ and a ‘tramp’ and embarking on four days of harassment against a man.

THERE is a long list of summer activities taking place in Blakemere Village over the next couple of weeks.

FRESH plans for luxury holiday lodges in Cheshire have been shelved just months after the scheme was first refused.

Over 115,000 Royal Mail postal workers will stage a series of strikes in the coming weeks amid a pay dispute.

A TOWN councillor says he intends to run for a seat on Cheshire West and Chester (CWAC) after becoming fed up with the authority.

A 45-YEAR-OLD man from Northwich has been fined after displaying drunk and disorderly behaviour in the town.

A PROLIFIC shoplifter who made the lives of Northwich business owners ‘a misery’ has been jailed after visiting a supermarket he was banned from entering.

AN application to demolish former public toilets in Weaverham and build an apartment block have been withdrawn.

THE Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for extreme heat in England and Wales.

The UK faces the frightening prospect of Liz Truss as our next Prime Minister.

Current laws allow driving licence holders to drive a vehicle with a weight of up to 3.5 tons.

CARFEST North recently returned to Cheshire, and with seven festivals in one, it was definitely a fun-filled weekend for the whole family.

A GYMNASTICS school could have a future star of trampolining on their hands.

Tory leadership candidate Rishi Sunak visited Cheshire earlier today looking for votes from party members.

TODAY is international cat day – a whole day dedicated to our feline friends.

A CHESHIRE-based rehab clinic is raising awareness about symptoms of substance abuse as stark new figures show drug-related deaths rose to a record high in the county last year.

A COUNCILLOR has moved to allay public concerns after flood-prevention pumps installed at Barons Quay were removed.

THE Northwich Guardian is giving charities in the town the chance to take a share of a £128,000 cash giveaway.

RESIDENTS stole electricity on several occasions in Cheshire last year, figures show, and these are expected to rise as the cost of living crisis continues.

Britain is bracing for another heatwave, with this one lasting longer than July’s record-breaking spell.

A SURGEON has completed what he described as a ‘brutal’ challenge in support of Warrington and Halton hospitals.

THIS stunning three-bedroom semi-detached home is located within walking distance of Knutsford town centre.

PLANS have been submitted to repair and rebuild the chimney attached to a historic primary school to ensure the safety of the building, its pupils and its staff.

A WOMAN has been banned from the roads for two years after being caught almost three times over the drink-drive limit.

A NORTHWICH man who stole painkillers, bottles of booze and doughnuts from a supermarket has been given a community order.

A MAN who performed a sex act in front of two 11-year-old girls and a carer who abused her position by defrauding a person she was supposed to be looking after appeared in court this week.

Last week we looked at the ancient history of Dutton Hall, which sat above the River Weaver with views up to Acton Cliffe, later also looking down on the Trent and Mersey canal.

I think it’s fair to say that the country is facing some ‘challenges’ at the moment and all the signs are that it’s going to get worse.

Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Sunday, August 7.

NORTHWICH Victoria have safely progressed to the Emirates FA Cup preliminary round but 1874 Northwich bowed out at the first hurdle.

CHESHIRE dog lovers are invited to a pawsome charity fundraiser, which includes a sausage catching competition, dogbola and sausage bobbing.

A FORMER Weaverham High School student has played a vital role in helping a Manchester Arena bomb survivor reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.

A MIDDLEWICH woman has been banned from the roads for almost four years after drink-driving in Northwich and failing to attend court.

THE countdown is on for the first competitive match of the new football season for 1874 Northwich.

MEMBERS of Guardian Camera Club have shared some images of their favourite times of day.

A FEAST of fun is being celebrated at Tatton Farm.

A NORTHWICH man who crashed his car into a house but didn’t tell the police has been disqualified from driving.

WHEN you visit Northwich’s award-winning museums you can guarantee a journey through history that’s fun for all the family.

BEAUTIFUL, knitted flower displays are brightening up Northwich as part of Northwich in Bloom 2022.

According to the Road Traffic Act 1988 in reference to careless and inconsiderate driving, the law is clear.

THREE men have been arrested following a burglary in Northwich.

A CHESHIRE wildlife oasis home to endangered water voles is set to be destroyed by the new high-speed rail line.

A CHESHIRE adventurer has his sights set on a year of epic travelling, visiting countries and experiencing things some people can only dream of.

A WEAVERHAM woman due to be sentenced for assault has had the matter adjourned due to the ongoing industrial action being taken barristers.

TROUBLEMAKERS will be banned from Pickmere this weekend as police tackle anti-social behaviour in the area.

DESPITE another drop in the price of fuel this week, major retailers are facing renewed criticism for not reducing them enough.

DO you fancy a strong cup of coffee and a good breakfast?

Live updates after a crash on the M6 northbound between junction 18 for Middlewich and 19 for Knutsford

NOMINATIONS are now open for the Marketing Cheshire Tourism Awards 2022/23, where hotels, attractions, pubs and more will have the chance to show why they are a must-visit.

It comes after Brits experienced a record-breaking 40C heatwave in July and hosepipe bans are issued across the country as a result.