Northwich Guardian
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0100Woman admits dangerous driving on rural road on day of trial for offence
Sophie Quirk, then of Winsford, was behind the wheel of a Vauxhall Corsa on Saturday, April 18.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Town's police station gets new assignment after force abandons stalled sale plan
Cheshire Police has confirmed the former station will be brought back into use by staff after failing to find a suitable buyer.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0100Drivers warned to plan ahead of upcoming road closure with 24-minute diversion
DRIVERS are being warned of road closure and diversion in Allostock with the potential to cause high levels of disruption.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Spooky Halloween-themed artisan market to feature more than 30 stalls and live music
Winsford Artisan Market returns to Civic Square on October 3 with 30-plus stalls, Halloween treats, street food, crafts, live music and free kids’ slime decorating.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Andrew Cooper: 'Council right to try something new with Northwich Market'
Have you visited the new Northwich Market yet and, if so, what do you think?
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100Firefest to return as date confirmed after fears event had fizzled out
Northwich's annual fireworks spectacular will light up Verdin Park on Saturday, November 7, with organisers promising a night of fireworks, family entertainment, food, and funfair rides.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:51:52 +0100Convicted harasser wanted on suspicion of breaching suspended sentence order
Andrew MacDonald was handed a 24-week prison sentence, suspended for 18-months, by magistrates in Chester on Wednesday, September 9, 2025.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:55:58 +0100Wanted fraudster nabbed by off-duty inspector trying to steal £170 Waitrose meat
Jonathan Pardoe, of no fixed address in Northwich, was among a group of men who were spotted trying car door handles on Alderley Road, Penrhyn Road, Woodlea Court, Foxendale Close, and Blossom Heights in Winnington.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0100Weaver the River-Bot is new mascot of shopping centre thanks to talented 10-year-old
Alice Dooley's Weaver the River-Bot is a nod to the town's industrial history and innovative future.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0100High school's awards nod 'reflects commitment of staff who go above and beyond'
Middlewich High School has been shortlisted for the Most Inspiring Secondary School award at the Educate Awards 2026.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Drivers warned of disruption as huge abnormal load road convoy takes in towns
DRIVERS are being warned of delays and disruption as a vast abnormal load convoy makes its way through Middlewich, Winsford, and Northwich.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 08:32:39 +0100Firefighters called out over smoke from commercial premises
FIREFIGHTERS were called to a building after reports of smoke inside a switchroom.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 08:25:55 +0100Firefighters rescue horse trapped in one-metre-deep brook
A HORSE trapped in a brook has been rescued by firefighters.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Key milestone reached as new Leighton Hospital moves into next design phase
Plans for the new Leighton Hospital have reached the next design phase in a major project milestone.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Public Service Appreciation Day in pictures after first ever event run by resident
Mack Ejiro Ubredi, from Rudheath, was the community-minded resident responsible for the celebration last weekend at Rudheath's Griffiths Park.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:49:52 +0100Cash-strapped council says interim chief exec pay will likely exceed available budget
Cheshire East is interviewing this week for an interim chief executive and could be forced to pay a daily rate – the last time this happened it cost the council a whopping £1,380 a day.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:01:17 +0100Shocking footage released of HGV's high-speed police chase through villages
CHESHIRE Police has released the footage of Ieuan Griffiths' shocking police chase from Northwich to Whitchurch.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100Lidl launches scheme offering free surplus food in Northwich
Northwich residents can collect free Lidl surplus food through the Olio app as part of a new food-sharing scheme.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:59:59 +0100Heartbroken elderly residents tell of pressure as homes under threat of demolition
Heartbroken elderly residents have accused a social housing company which wants to bulldoze their Bollington homes of ‘ripping the heart out of their community’.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100Update to the cover price of the Northwich & Winsford Guardian
THIS week, the price of your Northwich & Winsford Guardian will be going up 15p to £1.70.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:22:10 +0100Over a dozen religious community residents have charges dropped after police raid
The allegations were in relation to a police raid several months ago at the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light's Crewe HQ.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:10:02 +0100Manchester Airport passengers warned as easyJet strikes hit hotspot next month
Manchester Airport passengers have been advised to understand their rights ahead of easyJet cabin crew in Portugal going on strike.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:36:11 +0100Woman left with brain bleed as fall caused by beeping driver at Cheshire retail park
Cheshire Police is appealing for help finding a driver whose beeping at a man and disabled woman caused her to fall, leaving a bleed on the brain.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +01006 stunning photos from the Arley Hall fireworks spectacular
WE have been sent some fantastic snaps of the Arley Hall fireworks event that took place on Saturday, September 26.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:44:38 +0100Winsford Station Bridge now back open in both directions as of this week
The westbound carriageway was set to be closed throughout the school summer holidays but it was still closed in late September.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:19:17 +0100Man arrested on suspicion of drink-driving then de-arrested after car crash
The emergency services were on Main Road on the afternoon of Sunday, September 27.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0100Lady luck shines on as neighbours celebrate handy Postcode Lottery win
Postcode Lottery prizes are announced every day of the month, with £30,000 jackpots and £1,000 prizes for 20 different postcodes every day.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:40:40 +0100Man appears at court accused of drug offences after vehicle stop in village
Cheshire Police arrested a 33-year-old suspect in a BMW M135 last week on the A49.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 07:49:13 +0100Avanti West Coast services to be nationalised from March
AVANTI West Coast services will be under public ownership from March next year, Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has announced.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100New homes get green light in Northwich despite objections
Cheshire West planners have given the green light for the properties on Leftwich Farm off St George’s Way and Dobells Road.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100How Mid Cheshire and others would vote in snap general election according to poll
The projection is based on data from more than 16,000 Britons after fieldwork between August 2026 and September 2026.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Paedophile awaiting sentence over his child sex abuse image collection
Kai Knowles, of Rookery Rise, Winsford, appeared at Chester Magistrates Court on Friday, September 25.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100200km pipeline route revised after thousands of responses to public consultation
Peak Cluster will run all the way from the Peak District to the sea via settlements in Cheshire East and Cheshire West.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100Charity marks 50 years of providing support to Cheshire's Deaf community
DSN marked 50 years of supporting Deaf people with a celebration in Northwich during International Week of Deaf People.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:36:50 +0100Traitors star's Cheshire home burgled while he was on family holiday
A FORMER contestant on hit BBC show The Traitors who grew up in St Helens has warned people to think carefully before posting holiday updates online after his home was burgled.
Sun, 27 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Tributes paid to dad-of-one and 'everyone's number one cheerleader' who has died
Friends and family remember Wes Quilty as the first person guests would ask for at any party, whose positivity, encouragement, and support touched the lives of countless people in the community.
Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100Latest planning applications around Northwich and Winsford this week
EACH week Cheshire West and Chester Council receives and makes decisions on planning applications across the borough.
Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100Home converted from historic estate's billiards room put on market at £325k
A former billiard room at Bostock Hall has been converted into a one-bedroom home and listed for £325,000.
Sun, 27 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Death 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, 27 Sep 2026 07:26:00 +0100The castle restaurant transforming humble ingredients in 9-course tasting menu
Val and John Allen taste a deceptively simple menu that delivers fine dining full of delicious surprises
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0100Reimagined Greek classic coming to stage as part of theatre's 80th anniversary
Harlequin Theatre in Northwich will stage a modern adaptation of Antigone from October 13 to 17.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0100Lucky neighbours on two streets scoop tidy Postcode Lottery prize
The Postcode Lottery is a subscription game which aims to raise money for charities while also bringing cash prizes to homes across the UK.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100New nursery with ‘home from home vibes’ impresses Ofsted in first inspection
A Northwich nursery has been praised by Ofsted after meeting the expected standard in all areas during its first inspection just months after opening.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Council blasts plans to favour railway villages for new housing developments
Villages including Ashley, Plumley, Mobberley, and Cuddington potentially fall within the scope of the proposals, releases in August, to direct more new housing towards areas close to railway stations.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100Take a look inside the Cheshire countryside home on sale for nearly £2 million
Meadowvale in Mere has gone on the market for £1,999,995 with gated grounds, landscaped gardens and spacious living areas.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 20:05:00 +0100Manchester-bound easyJet flight diverts after declaring emergency
AN easyJet flight travelling to Manchester was forced to make an emergency diversion after a technical issue developed mid-flight today, Saturday.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:43:00 +0100Lymm’s water-shaped history revealed on scenic village heritage walk
Lymm is synonymous with water.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100Sandbach nurse launches celebrant career after 42 years in healthcare
Sandbach's Lesley Shipley has become a celebrant after 42 years working in nursing and healthcare.
Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:10:22 +0100Paedophile ambushed by police en route to rendezvous with 'child' now behind bars
The investigation into Stefan Meek, of Severn Walk, began after he sent sexual messages to someone he believed was a child.
Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:02:52 +0100Man wanted for violence and criminal damage offences believed to be in town
Cheshire Police are appealing for help to find Jack Crellin, who they have reason to believe is in the Northwich.