THE fields at the back of Walnut Avenue have changed through the seasons this year and Guardian Camera Club member Wendy Mahon was on hand to chart the changes.

The Mid Cheshire heritage sites are among thousands of heritage sites across the country which are on the register released at the end of every year.

With driving not an option for many and taxis applying a holiday rate, the train may be a good option for those travelling into Manchester or Chester, or even locally, for the festivities.

In total, 37 offenders got their just deserts between January and December this year, thanks to Northwich’s Proactive CID unit, which specialises in investigating burglaries, thefts, vehicle crime, and drugs offences.

Several homes on Hulme Square in Middlewich had to be evacuated after the white Kia Sportage ploughed into the front of the house several times on Wednesday, December 24.

AS 2025 draws to a close, we're taking a look back on some of the stories we've covered this year.

THE driver of a HGV has been taken to hospital following a crash that occurred outside Knutsford services.

IN 2025, we celebrated members of our Guardian Camera Club – some talented amateur and professional photographers who enjoy capturing magic moments and perfect spots around Mid Cheshire and beyond.

A WEAVERHAM back garden has changed through the seasons this year and Guardian Camera Club member Wendy Mahon was on hand to chart the changes.

According to the plans, the former Black Greyhound Hotel on Hall Lane in Wincham is now a 'four-plus' bedroom home with three reception rooms, a vast walk-in wardrobe, and a huge balcony area with views over the field at the back.  

The data for the state sector in the two towns and the surroundings is based on pupils' performance in this year's GCSEs.

Il Padrino, on Wheelock Street, received a 'Hospitality Excellence' award and an 'Italian Restaurant of the Year' award with an announcement earlier in the month.

THE 2026 New Year's Honours list has been announced and several people with links to Cheshire have been recognised for their work.

NORTHWICH’S Paula Radcliffe has been awarded an OBE for services to sport in the New Year Honours

CLARE Briegal has been awarded an MBE for services to sport in the New Year Honours awarded by King Charles

A year full of change in Weaverham throughout 2025

The New Year will see progress on several planning applications, some more controversial than others.

Cheshire Police said the property was broken into through the patio doors on Wednesday, December 17.

The Rural Crime Team's post on social media on Sunday, December 28, said the seizures were a part of an ongoing operation.

THE River Dane near Roker Park in Northwich has changed through the seasons this year and Guardian Camera Club member Cathie Leather was on hand to chart the changes.

In his mayor’s annual festive message, Cllr Simon Whittaker reflects on what has been an unprecedently tough year for the council, but also found space for optimism about the future, and to call on residents to spare a moment for other this Christm...

Barry Crellin appeared at Chester Crown Court for a plea hearing on Monday, December 22.

Booth Bed Lane, which connects Goostrey Lane and London Road, will close on Monday, January 5, at the request of Colas Ltd, part of Cheshire West and Chester Council.

Hannah Caulfield has been awarded King’s Fire Service Medal for outstanding leadership, diversity work, and support for female firefighters.

EIGHT outstanding winners were honoured in January as part of the Guardian Education Awards 2025.

BABIES born in December have just celebrated their first Christmas.

DANE Valley and Twemlow Viaduct in Holmes Chapel has changed through the seasons this year and Guardian Camera Club member Candy Lean was on hand to chart the changes.

Graeme Rawcliffe, of Thompson Green in Cuddington, pleaded guilty to assault by beating and using words to cause distress or alarm at Chester Magistrates Court on Tuesday.

Aaron Sorkin’s acclaimed To Kill a Mockingbird UK tour, starring Richard Coyle as Atticus Finch, comes to The Lowry, Salford in January 2026. Book tickets now.

PROM season 2025 was spectacular!

The rush of modern life can sometimes make it difficult to discern the historic character of our villages.

VALE Royal Drive in Whitegate has changed through the seasons this year and Guardian Camera Club member Julie Webb was on hand to chart the changes.

Robert Gibson, of School Road, Rudheath, admitted the breach at Chester Magistrates Court on December 23.

A car transporter caused a closure between Booth Lane and Brooks Lane when it came a cropper this month.

Northwich town mayor, Cllr Julie Macdonald, described her year in office to date as ‘a great privilege’, drawing attention to all the wonderful things the town has to offer.

FANCY some fresh air in a new location this festive season?

WEAVERHAM and Hartford Memorial Orchard has changed through the seasons this year and Guardian Camera Club member Wendy Mahon was on hand to chart the changes.

There are a number of responses for residents in Cheshire West including a chance to donate to a charitable cause.

There are a number of responses for residents in Cheshire East including a chance to donate to a charitable cause.

Jordan Shaw, who works as a truck mechanic in Oakmere, took a group of mates to Manchester with him on Monday, December 22, for the heartwarming festive good deed.

EMERGENCY services were called out after a car crashed into a house in Middlewich on Christmas Eve.

Mark and Stacie Cosgrove, from Winnington, lost their first daughter, Matilda, who was stillborn in 2019.

Victoria Navin, of Weaverham, began her career in Spain teaching children from the British travelling community before working in special education back in the UK.

Darnhall Primary School children visited Hazelmere Care Home, spreading Christmas cheer with carols, handmade cards and festive treats.

Home Instead Northwich & Knutsford’s Be a Santa campaign delivered festive hampers to vulnerable older adults, supporting community and tackling loneliness.

A TRAVELLING shoplifter travelled more than a hundred miles each time to target DIY stores during a three-month crime wave.

Cheshire Police said the 19-year-old man was in two altercations with a 21-year-old man on Tuesday, December 23.

Whitegate CE Primary School's Key Stage Two pupils wowed audiences with their Aladdin play, showcasing creativity, teamwork and impressive performances.

Jalsea Marina, part of Weaver Shipyard at the end of Saxons Lane, is the permanent home of around 15 households, and some have lived there for more than 20 years.

A CHESHIRE Police officer has been struck off and banned form the profession after being convicted of drink-driving.