The closed side door at Winsford Market has been turned into a ‘divisive issue’ councillors have been told, as it was revealed the door is set to remain shut for safety reasons.

Rumen Nikolov and Iliya Nikolov appeared at Chester Magistrates Court on Friday, September 4.

Specsavers Northwich is celebrating 40 years after growing from six staff to a team of nearly 30.

The eye-catching artwork was completed on Saturday, September 5, with residents helping to add the finishing touches during a community painting day.

Deaf & Sensory Network (DSN) youth worker Jez Matthews will cycle through Northwich during a 50-mile charity challenge.

Home Instead is hosting a free wellbeing event in Knutsford on September 17 with advice, support and health services.

Crowned best takeaway in Cheshire at this year's England's Business Awards, Get Smash'd is launching its latest outlet in Winsford on Wednesday, September 9, with a 50 per cent discount on food throughout the day.

Derek Sefton, of Northwich, was arrested at his address on Vicarage Walk during a police raid on the morning of Friday, September 4.

Austin Ford, of New King Street, Middlewich, appeared at Chester Crown Court on September 1 where he was sentenced on a charge of engaging in sexual communication with a child.

These are some of the criminals who were locked up for their crimes as of August 2026.

A review has been ordered of Cheshire West and Chester Council's hiring processes after it was hit with a £40,000 Government fine for employing an illegal worker.

Truckfest North West returns to Knutsford with monster trucks, Gladiators stars, live shows and family entertainment.

RESIDENTS are being warned to stay alert following recent reports of suspected romance fraud cases.

Ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day, John Junior urges people struggling to seek support.

CAR manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover has confirmed plans to axe 4,000 jobs across its global workforce.

CHESHIRE West and Chester Council has responded to figures released nationally for the number of bailiff referrals for council tax.

Plans to convert the former Castaways shop in Crewe into an eight-bed HMO have been recommended for approval.

Plans for a new primary school on the outskirts of Crewe have been recommended for approval despite concerns raised by some councillors about highway safety.

FIREFIGHTERS rushed to an out-of-control burn in Northwich last night, Saturday.

Chester and Cheshire West areas that have increased and decreased in sale value over a year have been revealed.

Esther McVey has been re-selected as the Conservative candidate for Tatton ahead of the next general election.

Every week, Northwich & Winsford Guardian publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have died.

A VILLAGE festival of arts, music, drama and comedy returns later this month.

Knightswood near Delamere Forest is on the market for £3.35m with a cinema, pool, stables and 19.5 acres.

EACH week Cheshire West and Chester Council receives and makes decisions on planning applications across the borough.

Gawsworth isn’t like any other Cheshire village I know.

YOUTHS involved in anti-social behaviour in Northwich have been ordered to carry out community service.

Celebrity TV couple Katy and Adam Rickett open new event space at artisan gin bar in Knutsford.

The Heritage Open Days are possible thanks to a partnership between the National Trust and the Postcode Lottery.

The Mid Cheshire Rail Users Association (MCRUA) says it is still waiting for more detail from the government's proposed transport-led housing plans, but believes villages on the Mid Cheshire line are unlikely to qualify.

Housebuilder Bloor Homes has launched a consultation on its proposal to build a sustainable community on land to the south of Weaverham

David Matthews MBE will visit Northwich as part of a 6,000-mile walk raising funds and awareness for Samaritans.

A man and a woman ‘succumbed’ to pressure when they agreed to transport up to £34,000 worth of cocaine down the M6, a court has heard.

Tatton Park and TLC will bring an après ski-inspired Christmas party experience to Cheshire this December.

George Hadjiyiannis is the owner and head chef of the Stolen Lamb restaurants in Wilmslow and Knutsford

Peter Morgan Contractors, based on Northwich Road, underpaid three employees around £9,000, or an average underpayment per employee of around £3,000.

Winsford Town Council urges Cheshire West to reject Müller Property Group’s 448-home Swanlow Lane plans, citing local infrastructure and service concerns.

A man, 66, has been arrested on suspicion of sex offences following a raid in Northwich.

Karen Leahy, of Dalefords Lane, was a few weeks away from a crown court trial after previously pleading not guilty.

Gail Russell-Smith and Neil Russell-Smith were found together on Knutsford Road on the night of Sunday, August 2.

Developers have submitted plans to convert Riverside House, at 8-10 Winnington Street, from long-vacant offices into 15 one-bedroom studio flats.

The order is one of 14 alley gating PSPOs across the borough which are due to expire in October, and must be reviewed before a decision is made on whether they should continue.

Heading to Retrospective or Reminisce at Sherdley Park? Check the banned items list—no glass, selfie sticks, Meta smart glasses or outside food and drink allowed.

Cheshire East Council does not have powers to remove the religious group living at Webb House in Crewe and stressed the police investigation is not into the religion itself but the serious allegations that were reported.

A DETECTIVE inspector has been sacked by Cheshire Police for attempting to influence an investigation.

Cheshire East is remaining tight-lipped over when it plans to appoint a new chief executive after Rob Polkinghorne left the council by mutual agreement in June following a six-month absence.

Cheshire East leader Nick Mannion said the council’s road to securing financial sustainability ‘does not mean cutting services to the bone’.

Wayne Scott stole electrical items from his Northwich employers Cygnet Texkimp Ltd

Daniel Hay, 47, and a vulnerable victim had sex at a hotel on one occasion in April 2024.

Oli Jenner, from Ellesmere Port White Watch, will fly to the US to climb 110 floors - representing the height of the World Trade Center’s North Tower - while wearing full fire kit.