Northwich Guardian

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:28:51 +0100
One person in hospital with burns after blaze involving shed
The emergency services were on Long Lane at around 7.15pm on Monday, August 10.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Leading vet specialist returns to village practice he founded 27 years ago
Leading veterinary specialist John Williams is returning to operate at Oakwood Veterinary Referrals in Hartford, Cheshire, which he founded in 1999.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New deluxe tanning 'experience' with state-of-the-art beds set to open in town
Alex Butters, from Weaverham, is set to open Bear Tanning in the former function room at Saxon's pub on Delamere Street, later Rango's Tex Mex restaurant, in the coming weeks.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Police confirm investigation into death of Cheshire farm worker
Police confirm the death of a Frodsham farm worker is still under investigation.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Motorcyclist admits causing death of gran by careless driving at crown court trial
Graham Worthington and Nicola Connolly were on a motorcycle on the A533 when it was in a crash on September 15, 2023.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Flasher exposed himself to two women in incidents less than a month apart
James Scott exposed his genitals to a woman in Crewe in June and another woman in Middlewich in July.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:14:54 +0100
Drivers warned of ‘immediate’ and ‘high impact’ road closure and diversion
Chester Road, A559, between Moss Road and High Bank Road, is closed this week at the urgent request of United Utilities.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:03:23 +0100
Crews called into action for large grass fire with police also in attendance
Firefighters were on Griffiths Road on the evening of Sunday, August 9.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man to stand trial after denying sharing sex video he made with ex-partner
James Walker, of Forge Mill Lane in Wimboldsley, pleaded not guilty to sharing a film of person in intimate state intending to cause alarm, distress, or humiliation.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Joy for home care company which is good in all areas at inspection by watchdog
Helping Hands Home Care's recent rating is a result of a review of the service between June 2026 and July 2026.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:30:00 +0100
Why Cheshire is not officially in drought unlike 70 per cent of England
CHESHIRE is one of the few areas in England not currently in drought, despite widespread water shortages affecting most of the country.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:45:46 +0100
Massive 2,100-home estate proposed for open countryside on outskirts of town
Plans have been submitted for a massive 2,100-home estate in the open countryside on the outskirts of Crewe.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:36:39 +0100
'Proud' Cheshire Police chief constable to retire after 33 years of service
THE chief constable of Cheshire Police has confirmed that he is to retire following a proud 33-year career.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dementia-friendly tea dance raises funds and lifts spirits in Sandiway
Home Instead's tea dance in Sandiway brought older people and families together for music, dancing and companionship.

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100
'Deceptively spacious' canalside character home could be yours for just £195,000
Occupying a picturesque position on sought-after Church Road in Barnton and surrounded by individual period properties, the traditional home offers a blend of character, versatile living space, and modern comforts.

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:50:55 +0100
Firefighters called out after garden blaze spreads to shed
FIREFIGHTERS had to be called out after a garden fire spread to a shed.

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Depraved' offender who had sex with dog avoids jail return after court order breach
Claire Goodier, of Northwich, appeared at Crewe Magistrates Court for sentencing on a single charge on Tuesday, August 4.

Sun, 09 Aug 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, 09 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Latest planning application decisions around Northwich and Winsford
EACH week Cheshire West and Chester Council receives and makes decisions on planning applications across the borough.

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 07:46:00 +0100
Why you should spend a day-off in historic town of Northwich
There's plenty to see, both ancient and modern, in the place once described as a "pratie [pretty] market town but fowle by the smoke of many salt houses."

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
'Uplifting' Memorial Mile walk for remembering loved ones together makes return
The Memorial Mile, organised by Fowles Funeral Services, will take place on Saturday, September 19, bringing together residents from across the area for a day of remembrance, reflection, and community spirit.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0100
The Ivy Collection Chester's new summer menu is like a mini holiday to Europe
The Ivy's Collection's Chester brasserie on Newgate Street has a new Golden Summer lunch menu which costs £19.95 for two courses.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Town's industrial history brought back to life in book by husband and wife duo
Paul Hurley's and Rose Hurley's Northwich and Around at Work is available on Saturday, August 15.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Northwich and Winsford criminals locked up in the last month
These are some of the criminals who were locked up for their crimes as of July 2026.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Jodrell Bank unveils autumn programme packed with science and family events
Jodrell Bank has unveiled its autumn programme featuring exhibitions, lectures, live music and family activities.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Coach who rebuilt her life after work stress and cancer helps leaders with wellbeing
Tarporley coach Caddi Earl now helps business leaders avoid burnout after overcoming depression and breast cancer.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:36:00 +0100
Flight to Manchester declares emergency shortly after takeoff
A LOGANAIR flight bound for Manchester declared an emergency shortly after departing Inverness Airport this morning, Saturday.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:36:00 +0100
The Cheshire trained young artist who has more than 360,000 followers on TikTok
Elysia Gilman has harnessed her passion, talent and the power of social media to build a career in portraiture

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:02:38 +0100
Several vehicles involved in crash on main road
THE A49 has been closed in Cuddington following a major crash today, Friday.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Cheshire pub shortlisted for top national pub prize
A CHESHIRE pub has been shortlisted at the Great British Pub Awards 2026.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:19:27 +0100
Crew called into action for fire in front garden caused by 'discarded cigarette'
The emergency services were at an address on Scarfell Crescent on the night of Thursday, August 6.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Former nursery nurse and ex refused to tell police who battered 12-week-old baby
Amy Lamb, of Winsford, and Alex Goodwin, from Middlewich, could have faced up to 10 years behind bars - but both were given suspended sentences after each refused to say who was to blame for the child's injuries.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Photographer follows WWI grandad's calling snapping UK's biggest builds from the air
Chris Billington has spent 15 years running his aerial photography business, 360 Photo Survey, providing clients with high-quality images of everything from large-scale infrastructure projects to farmland.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Motorists facing fines for flouting traffic restrictions on two roads in town
The council has a six-week consultation on the change from now until Wednesday, September 16.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Child sex offender jailed for flouting court order while serving suspended sentence
Luke Latham, of Old Spot Way, had been sentenced for two counts of sexual assault, plus one of affray, at Chester Crown Court on Wednesday, May 6.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans for 70-home estate on edge of desirable village refused by councillors
The outline planning application, submitted by Wain Homes in April 2025, relates to land off London Road near the A533 Peckmill Roundabout to the south of Mere Heath.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100
New archive project launches across Cheshire to capture women’s lives
PEOPLE across Cheshire are being invited to help write women into the historical record.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:12:47 +0100
‘Naïve’ woman smuggled cannabis through Manchester Airport for a ‘free holiday’
A ‘naïve’ Cheshire woman agreed to smuggle 35 kilogrammes of cannabis into the UK from Thailand in exchange for a free holiday.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sunshine returns as warm weekend weather arrives in Mid Cheshire
Mid Cheshire is set for a warm, sunny weekend with temperatures rising from 21C on Friday to 26C on Sunday.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:34:45 +0100
Investigation into incident of indecent exposure in broad daylight near garage
Cheshire Police said the man exposed himself on Station Road on the afternoon on Friday, June 26.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:53:55 +0100
Drivers warned of last-minute road closure and diversion near commercial area
DRIVERS are being warned of a last-minute road closure and diversion in Wincham.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
First look at new family-run swimming pool due to open near Northwich
Take a look inside a new family-run swimming pool which is gearing up to open near Northwich.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Mid Cheshire Green Voices: 'Evidence shows man-made climate change is here'
July brought wildfires ravaging France, Spain, Canada, and the UK. Record UK temperatures were set in May and June.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Guardian Camera Club members share stunning street scenes
STREET scenes have been captured on camera by members of the Guardian Camera Club.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inquest opens into death of man found unresponsive as care concerns raised
AN inquest has been opened into the death of a man from Northwich as care concerns are raised.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
How smart spray tech is helping Cheshire Police to combat anti-social bike riders
POLICE forces across the UK, including Cheshire, are using new SmartTag technology as part of a crackdown on electric bikes, e-scooters, and motorcycles.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:24:39 +0100
Special school proposed for former office building on industrial estate
A former office building on an industrial estate at Adlington could become a special school.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100
One of Cheshire’s most recognisable country estates on sale for £12 million
One of Cheshire’s most recognisable country estates has been put up for sale.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dog lovers invited to join walkies challenge to help support hospice's vital work
Dog lovers in Cheshire are being invited to take on a 100km walking challenge this September to raise funds for St Luke's Hospice

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:52:00 +0100
Emergency declared on Jet2 flight from Liverpool Airport
A JET2 flight bound for Palma de Mallorca declared an emergency shortly after departing Liverpool John Lennon Airport this morning, Thursday.

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