Northwich Guardian

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Meningitis 'MenB' vaccine being offered to Cheshire West school leavers this summer
Teenagers in Cheshire West urged to get MenB vaccine before university, with appointments available from July to protect against meningitis.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hope for new annual tradition as first 'Big Lunch' event hailed a success
Allostock Village Hall and Parish Field were transformed earlier this month as they hosted the inaugural 'Big Lunch' event.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
School 'where ambition and care sit side by side' delighted with Ofsted report
Wimboldsley Primary School was visited by the Ofsted inspectors in April, with their report publishing on June 15

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Students set to showcase work at college's end-of-year art and design exhibition
Northwich sixth form students showcase fine art, textiles, 3D design and photography at a free year 13 exhibition on 25 June, open to families and visitors.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:39:18 +0100
Sir Keir Starmer confirms that he will step down as Prime Minister in statement
Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed that he will step down as Prime Minister.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Town's new mayor to take on three-peak challenge for TinySteps charity
Northwich mayor Bob Cernik launches charity climb to raise funds for TinySteps’ new sensory centre and support children with additional needs.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Latest planning applications around Northwich and Winsford
EACH week Cheshire West and Chester Council receives and makes decisions on planning applications across the borough.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Inside this £2m Cheshire Grade-II listed country house with five-car garage
A Grade-II listed country house, which may appeal to F1 fans, has hit the market in Somerford Booths, Cheshire.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:05:00 +0100
The stunning Cheshire walk with views for miles and a secret waterfall
There's something special about a ridge walk and Kerridge is one of Cheshire’s finest.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Death notices and funeral announcements in the Northwich & Winsford Guardian
Every week, Northwich & Winsford Guardian publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have died.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100
How to pronounce Cholmondeley, the stunning Cheshire village
A GORGEOUS Cheshire village steeped in history, Cholmondeley is perhaps best known for its unusual name, which is often mispronounced by visitors unfamiliar with the area.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:22:38 +0100
Extreme heat warnings expanded as the UK heatwave to soar to 38C this week
The Met Office has warned of high temperatures and has expanded the extreme heat warning across the UK.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Man accused of making lewd comments to young girl chooses crown court trial by jury
Austin Ford, of New King Street, pleaded not guilty to one charge of sexual communication with a child at Chester Magistrates Court on Friday.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:41:49 +0100
Person and dog rescued from house fire in Northwich
Fire crews were called to an incident on Porter Way in Northwich earlier today (Saturday, June 20, 2026)

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Plans for Gypsy and Traveller site near Winsford lodged with council
A retrospective planning application has been submitted to Cheshire West and Chester Council for land to the north side of Nova Scotia Lane.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pride as specialist primary school off to positive start in report card from Ofsted
Adventure Wellbeing School is at the expected standard across all areas after an inspection two months ago in April 2026.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Royal Cheshire Show 2026 hailed 'tremendous success'
BURSTING with pride and joy, farmers and handlers led their cherished livestock into the judging ring.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Inside Lostock Lodge’s new social spaces unveiled in Northwich
Lostock Lodge Care Home in Northwich unveils new café, salon and lounges to enhance residents’ daily life and social spaces.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:47:00 +0100
The amazing Cheshire charity shop where items can sell for £1,000
Who doesn’t love a fuddle around a charity shop?

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Long‑lost photo shows future Everton legend in goal for Winsford United
WE have been digging through our archives this week, uncovering hidden gems from Cheshire's past.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0100
13 great pictures as The Kooks, Garbage, and Du Blonde appear at Delamere Forest
The Kooks, Garbage, and Du Blonde were among the bands appearing at Delamere Forest this week for the Forest Live outdoor concerts

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:21:04 +0100
Northwich Rowing Club's magnificent seven at recent regatta
Northwich Rowing Club enjoyed a brilliant day of racing last weekend at the Bridgnorth Regatta.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:06:53 +0100
Two teenagers aged 15 and 19 arrested over spate of shed burglaries
TWO teenagers have been arrested following a spate of burglaries in Winsford.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Anderton Boat Lift closure in focus as waterways charity hits 80-year milestone
The long-running closure of the Anderton Boat Lift has sparked renewed calls for action.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:48:39 +0100
One person treated by paramedics after chip pan blaze
A CHIP pan caught fire after being left unattended in the kitchen of a house in Northwich.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Witty and heartfelt look at theatre life set to light up town's stage
A Life in the Theatre comes to Northwich this July, bringing wit and emotion to Harlequin Theatre in a powerful two-actor drama.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hospice announces village shop upgrade with new donation centre
St Luke’s Hartford charity shop will be revamped over six months, with a new mini donation centre opening at Hartford Business Centre in Northwich.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The wait is over for this weekend's three-day festival Midsummer Middlewich
Midsummer Middlewich is on Friday, June 19; Saturday, June 20; and Sunday, June 21.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Decision due on legality of parking plans amid opposition to use of open space
Cheshire West and Chester Council is in the process of reviewing a number of legal issues relating to the plans for Verdin Park.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:24:42 +0100
The Kooks on a summer's night after England win – perfect!
Review – The Kooks celebrate 20 years together at Forest Live in Cheshire.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Vet shares hot weather warning as rising temperatures put pets at risk
Cheshire vet Jeff Pye shares urgent advice on spotting heat stress and keeping dogs, cats and rabbits safe as temperatures rise, with tips on cooling and hydration.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Primary school pupils plant colourful flowerbed to brighten street in town
Winsford pupils joined the town council to plant a colourful flowerbed on Hill Street, helping brighten a key gateway into the town.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cheshire police officer banned over ‘outrageous’ friendship with child sex fiend
A CHESHIRE Police officer has been banned from the profession over his ‘outrageous’ friendship with a convicted child sex offender.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Here is the weekend weather forecast for Mid Cheshire
A warm, mostly dry, and increasingly sunny weekend is forecast for Mid Cheshire from Friday, June 19, to Sunday, June 21.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0100
Airline announces two new routes from Liverpool Airport
EASYJET has announced two new winter routes from Liverpool John Lennon Airport.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:46:00 +0100
90s rockers smash it as nostalgia lights up Delamere Forest
We partied like it was 1995.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0100
Motorway reopens after responders rush to crash scene where car was on side
The crash was on the northbound carriageway on Thursday, June 18.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:23:00 +0100
Cowboy builder continued to rip off customers despite being jailed for the crime
William King, formerly of Middlewich, was previously jailed in 2022 for defrauding a number of elderly people out of a combined total of more than £200,000 through unnecessary and substandard building work.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Primary school enjoying new 'kitchen garden' thanks to volunteers' efforts
Barclays volunteers transform a neglected plot into a kitchen garden at Whitegate CE Primary School, helping pupils learn to grow and harvest their own food.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Inquest into death of man in car park of railway station after tragic discovery
Michael Hill was discovered dead on the morning of Thursday, May 14.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:17:07 +0100
How colour can improve a disabled person's life and why choice is essential
We should have a choice with our aids, they are our personality, they help us stand up in the world, and they should reflect our character

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:55:02 +0100
13 brilliant pictures from this week's Royal Cheshire Show
THE Royal Cheshire Show showcased the best in farming with a feast of fun and family entertainment.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:22:44 +0100
25 pictures as mayor sings praises of last weekend's Northwich Music Festival
The Northwich Music Festival was the new name of what was the Verdin Park Music Festival.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
15 spectacular Cheshire gardens inspire visitors from miles around
VISITORS were blown away by a feast of colour and inspiration in a Cheshire village.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Honour and a privilege': New town mayor and deputy look forward to the year ahead
Cllr Bob Cernik has been named Northwich mayor for 2026/27, pledging regeneration, community support and a focus on town centre improvements.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Academy becomes first in town to win top award for outdoor play and learning
Rudheath Primary Academy earns top OPAL Platinum award after transforming outdoor play with creative, inclusive activities for pupils.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New KFC first look as restaurant ready to open to fried chicken fanatics this week
The Road One restaurant will be launching at Winsford Industrial Estate on the morning of Friday, June 19.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Beautiful landscapes captured by Guardian Camera Club
LANDSCAPES have been captured on camera by members of the Guardian Camera Club.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Padgate Academy leading the way in sustainable education
Visitors to Padgate Academy may have noticed some recent changes around the school site. These improvements are part of an exciting project that will help make the school more environmentally friendly while creating new opportunities for students.

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:41:50 +0100
Ex-Olympian cleared of controlling and coercive behaviour towards wife
Curtis Robb, who competed for Great Britain in the 800 metres at the 1992 and 1996 Olympic Games, was said to have assaulted and threatened Sarah Robb.

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