Northwich Guardian

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man avoids immediate jail term despite sexually assaulting 14-year-old girl
Luke Latham, of Old Spot Way, Winsford, appeared at Chester Crown Court on Wednesday, May 6, for sentencing on a number of charges.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'TikTok Chav' on mammoth mission to walk all the way to Wembley Stadium
Craig Baller went through the towns of Northwich and Middlewich during day six on Wednesday, May 6.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New M&S plans now submitted amid staggering support for return of retailer
Around 95 per cent of people are for the proposal versus three per cent who said 'no' and two per cent who said 'not sure'.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Primary school pupils's government adventure on Houses of Parliament visit
Pupils from the School Council at Little Leigh Primary School recently took part in an educational visit to London.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Mid Cheshire set for bright but breezy weekend after wet start on Friday
Mostly dry weekend forecast for Mid Cheshire with sunny spells, scattered showers and light south-westerly winds, plus the best times to plan outdoor plans.

Thu, 07 May 2026 14:41:39 +0100
Police renew appeal for crash witnesses following death of head teacher
POLICE investigating a crash in which a highly regarded head teacher died are continuing to appeal for witnesses to come forward.

Thu, 07 May 2026 14:37:28 +0100
Road closed for four-vehicle crash involving two cars and two HGVs
The emergency services were called to the collision at around 12.25pm on Thursday, May 7.

Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Residents urged to have say on 200-home Weaver Square neighbourhood masterplan
Have your say on plans for a new 200-home sustainable neighbourhood at Weaver Square in Northwich, including public spaces and a potential new bus hub.

Thu, 07 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Family-run Northwich raw dog food firm celebrates first year in business
Northwich family-run raw dog food business JABullz RAW celebrates its first year, growing loyal Cheshire customers and planning new treats and wider delivery.

Thu, 07 May 2026 11:50:00 +0100
Ambitious plans for huge warehouse which could create 275 jobs given green light
Ambitious plans for a huge Winsford warehouse which could create 275 jobs have been given the green light.

Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Village's new tearoom and community hub taking shape thanks to £81k grant
New community hub and morning tearoom at Antrobus Village Hall on Knutsford Road, offering coffee, cake and a flexible space for residents.

Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
A big boost for church hall allowed to almost double in size by council
Trinity Methodist Church applied for planning permission for the community hub on Station Road in September 2025.

Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Northwich Library now not ready to reopen until next year after renovation
The Grade-II listed building is out of action as of more than three years ago when it had extensive, emergency repairs.

Thu, 07 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Children get chance to explore fire engines on school's station visit
Reception children from Grange Community Nursery and Primary School enjoyed a hands-on visit to Winsford Fire Station, learning about fire engines and safety.

Thu, 07 May 2026 09:46:00 +0100
Say hello to the Mid Cheshire babies born in April 2026
IT is time to welcome the latest precious bunch of newborns calling Mid Cheshire their first home.

Thu, 07 May 2026 10:30:00 +0100
Free meals for every David as restaurant honours national treasure's 100th birthday
Free meals for anyone named David at The Village Restaurant in Blakemere, Cheshire, as it marks Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday this Friday.

Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Mid Cheshire Green Voices: How novel tiny forests could give nature helping hand
Sadly, the UK is now one of the most nature depleted countries on earth, with habitat loss, pollution and climate change increasingly threatening what we have left.

Wed, 06 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Man and woman plead not guilty to sexual offences ahead of crown court trial
Ian Baker and Rebecca Macvicar appeared at Chester Crown Court for a plea hearing on Tuesday, May 5.

Wed, 06 May 2026 09:37:37 +0100
Firefighters battle blaze at commercial premises in industrial estate
The emergency services were on Pochin Way for several hours on Wednesday, May 6.

Wed, 06 May 2026 15:36:46 +0100
Landmark pub to become hotel rooms as expansion continues
The hotel sits on the same site as the Woodpecker Cookhouse and Pub, with both being owned by hospitality chain Whitbread.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plan for town centre takeaway approved amid health concerns
Applicant Peshkawt Qader applied for planning permission for a former nutrition club on High Street in November 2025.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Royal award is 'a testament to hard work and dedication' of couriers team
Topspeed Couriers in Winsford has received the 2026 King’s Award for Enterprise in the Sustainable Development category.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council reveals paddling pool to reopen to residents this month
Church Walk Paddling Pool is to reopen for the spring and the summer on Saturday, May 16.

Wed, 06 May 2026 17:19:46 +0100
Proposal for new 66-bed care home on residential estate
Plans have been submitted for a 66-bed care home at Kingsley Fields in Nantwich.

Wed, 06 May 2026 17:08:08 +0100
Plan to bulldoze mechanics’ garage to build homes is opposed by councils
Plans to bulldoze a mechanics’ garage and replace it with three homes are being opposed by Alsager Town Council, Cheshire East’s environmental protection officers  and United Utilities.

Wed, 06 May 2026 17:01:26 +0100
Former Sunday School could become apartments after plan for houses refused
A former Sunday School and cottage in Macclesfield look set to be converted into seven apartments and a one-bed dwelling after plans to build eight houses on the site were refused.

Wed, 06 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Community theatre group putting on Blackadder show to mark 50 years on stage
Kingsley Players marks 50 years on stage with Blackadder Goes Forth at Kingsley Theatre, with performances running from May 12 to 16.

Wed, 06 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Hospice's fundraising lottery celebrates 32 years of vital support
St Luke’s Hospice lottery in Winsford funds vital care, supporting one in five patients while helping sustain services year-round.

Wed, 06 May 2026 09:49:49 +0100
Why are there no elections in Cheshire West and Chester?
Some councils – such as neighbouring Halton – have an election every three out of four years, where a third of seats are up for grabs.

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Esther McVey: 'We owe it to affected families to make Chantel's Law a reality'
In England and Wales, desecration of a dead body is not an offence in its own right and that needs to change.

Wed, 06 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Hit Bluey stage show returning to The Lowry for May half term run
Bluey’s Big Play brings puppetry, music and fun to The Lowry in Salford from 22–31 May, with relaxed, BSL and audio-described shows for families.

Wed, 06 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Chester Zoo awards to honour teachers inspiring young conservationists
Chester Zoo is inviting schools, teachers and youth groups across Cheshire and Merseyside to enter free national awards celebrating outstanding conservation and sustainability education.

Tue, 05 May 2026 16:30:00 +0100
Teacher charged with game of 's**g, marry, kill' cleared of sexual communications
James Etherington had been charged with having sexual conversations with the young girls including a game of 's**g, marry, kill'.

Tue, 05 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Homeowner who put up fence with no planning permission must reduce or remove it
A 1.8m feather-board fence has been at the junction of Beauty Bank and Dalefords Lane for a number of years with no planning permission.

Tue, 05 May 2026 17:15:00 +0100
Family-run Northwich marketing agency in the running for major award
Cheshire Cat Marketing, based in Northwich, has been named a finalist in the Service category of the North West Family Business Awards 2026.

Tue, 05 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Tragic death of man after fall from multi-storey car park
Craig Stevenson fell from NCP's Manchester Spinningfields car park on New College Street on Saturday, November 29.

Tue, 05 May 2026 14:03:23 +0100
Appeal after attempted burglary at petrol station in village
The incident was at the Spar and Texaco on High Street on the night of Monday, May 4.

Tue, 05 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Cheshire West road surface dressing programme now underway
Cheshire West and Chester Council has launched the scheme as part of its summer maintenance plan to improve sections of the borough’s road network.

Tue, 05 May 2026 16:16:18 +0100
Food security raised at council meetings as housing ‘eats up farmland’
Food security will be under threat if planners and government continue to allow developers to eat up agricultural land for housing, some Cheshire East councillors and residents have warned.

Tue, 05 May 2026 17:33:00 +0100
Free webinar: 5 easy wins to help funeral directors stand out online
LOCALiQ UK is hosting a free 45‑minute online seminar designed to give increased Google visibility to funeral directors

Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Vinted, but analogue' pre-loved clothes sale 'best way to spend Sunday morning'
New Images Youth and Community Centre, on Nixon Drive, is holding a vintage and pre-loved tabletop sale on Saturday, May 17, from 11am.

Mon, 04 May 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 April 2026.

Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Teens caught driving carelessly in car park brought before court
The 17-year-olds, who cannot be identified because of their age, were at the magistrates court on Wednesday, April 29.

Mon, 04 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Capesthorne Hall in Cheshire to host popular plant fair this weekend
Plant Hunters’ Fair returns to Capesthorne Hall on May 10 with specialist plants, garden advice, and family-friendly activities.

Mon, 04 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Groundbreaking film on UK's climate risks and responses screening in Winsford
The People's Emergency Briefing is a 50-minute film combining authoritative scientific content with reactions from the public and familiar faces, to inform viewers about climate and nature threats.

Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Popular women's wellbeing festival set to return for sixth year
Womanifest returns to Northwich this July with 200 speakers, 100 workshops and wellbeing experiences across a weekend festival in Cheshire.

Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Huge warehouse could create 275 new jobs if approved
Submitted by Rula Developments, plans show the 16-acre site on the industrial estate is spread across two parcels of land.

Sun, 03 May 2026 15:05:38 +0100
Investigation after blaze breaks out in office on town’s industrial estate
Two fire engines, from Middlewich and Winsford, responded to a call to Road Five on Winsford Industrial Estate at 11.50pm on Saturday, May 2.

Sun, 03 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Travelling troubadour inspired by 140-mile pilgrimage brings tour to town's church
Last year, singer-songwriter, Gareth Davies-Jones, walked from Lindisfarne to Durham Cathedral along two famous and ancient pilgrimage routes, St Oswald’s Way and the Way of Light.

Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Death notices and funeral announcements in the Northwich and Winsford Guardian
Every week, Northwich & Winsford Guardian publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have died.

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