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Northwich Guardian

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Usdaw wants Government to protect shop workers from attacks
AFTER two of our mid-Cheshire MPs threw their weight behind a campaign to protect retail workers from attacks, the union representing them has also called on the Government to act.

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Cheshire based cycling company to offer tours of Britain
A FORMER British Army captain has taken the blow of his corporate events business collapsing during the pandemic to start a new one with the aim of improving both physical and mental health.

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Seven weeks of road closures as gas works start in Northwich
Work begins on Monday (July 5) to ensure gas supply to thousands of homes in Northwich is not adversely impacted by a scheme to improve access to a business park.

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
22 'peaceful' images from talented Cheshire photographers to get you through the weekend
LET these images transport you to a world of peace and relaxation this weekend.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 11:28:16 +0100
Police hunt after burglary at Chatwins Bakery in Cuddington
A POLICE helicopter was launched in a bid to search for burglars who broke into a popular Northwich burglary last night (Thursday).

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 19:22:00 +0100
Who are the most famous people in Cheshire
FROM Gary Barlow, to Michael Owen and Paula Radcliffe, Cheshire has produced its fair share of talent.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 15:01:15 +0100
Can you help Northwich Round Table build a new sleigh for Santa in time for Christmas?
NORTHWICH Round Table is asking for the community's help in building a new Santa sleigh in time for Christmas.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 13:54:00 +0100
World UFO Day: The Mid Cheshire hot spot for strange sights in the sky
WHETHER you believe in UFOs or not, potential sightings are one of those things you cannot keep your eyes away from.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 12:06:07 +0100
Twins win award from Museum + Heritage for helping Lion Salt Works Museum
TWINS have been awarded the 'BAFTA' of the museum world for their work transforming Lion Salt Works Museum's website.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 09:33:07 +0100
Northwich roadworks latest as Winnington Bridge not closing
AFTER concerns were raised by many residents, it has been confirmed that Winnington Bridge will NOT be closing for 7 weeks.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Vegan food market coming to Northwich this August
TRADERS are being sought for a vegan food market that is coming to Northwich next month.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Restart Scheme provided Cheshire businesses with £15m
HARD-HIT retail and hospitality businesses across Cheshire – including those in Northwich – have been provided with more than £15 million to help reopen in line with the easing of lockdown.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 11:56:11 +0100
Bowls latest: Castle Sports county action, Cheshire Merit win
THIS is turning into quite a week for Castle Sports Bowls Club, writes David O'Brien.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 09:26:47 +0100
Urgent warning to parents as teens fake Covid tests thanks to TikTok trend
Videos are uploaded under the search term #fakecovidtest where teenagers can find them with more than 6.5 million views.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Resident takes trip down memory lane at The Star Tea Room
WHEN Chris Cruse opened The Star Tea Room in Weaverham he had a dream of bringing some history back to the village – and he has done exactly that.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 14:39:33 +0100
Bishop of Chester opens £10m Hartford High School building
THE Bishop of Chester has finally be able to open a new £10million building at a Northwich senior school.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 14:22:00 +0100
Northwich driving test pass rate hits record high during pandemic
DESPITE far fewer driving tests taking place amid a year of restrictions, a record proportion of people passed their driving test in Northwich during the coronavirus pandemic, new figures show.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 13:12:49 +0100
Martin Weston family tackle the endurance 2021 C1 series
A NORTHWICH father and his two sons will share the racing duties as their motorsport season gets underway this weekend.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 12:37:44 +0100
England flags sprayed on street signs and car by 'drunk' men
POLICE are appealing for information after three ‘drunk’ men spray-painted England flags on street signs and a car.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 10:44:14 +0100
Barons Quay to host live music events for Northwich talent
THE search is on to find up and coming musical talent and give performers the chance to shine on stages right in the heart of the town centre.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0100
Was your baby born in Northwich, Knutsford, Winsford or Middlewich in 2021?
IT'S time for us to celebrate the newest residents of Northwich, Knutsford, Winsford and Middlewich so far this year.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 09:11:19 +0100
Star of Real Housewives of Cheshire reveals fundraising challenge after cancer battle
ONE of the stars of The Real Housewives of Cheshire has been hiding a secret cancer heartache from fans as he commits himself to 12 months of fundraising challenges.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 14:45:52 +0100
TV licence: BBC to write to 260,000 pensioners as grace period comes to an end
The universal right to a free TV licence will end this month for the age group.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 10:47:49 +0100
Sainsbury's join Tesco in charging £100 deposit for filling your car
The deposit will be taken out of drivers’ accounts the moment they put their card into the machine.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Baby and toddler music classes celebrate 21st birthday
MOST children love to tap a beat on a saucepan lid or a drum.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 18:00:51 +0100
Calls for action at Norley junction after car crashes into couple's garden
FATHER’S Day is meant to be a day of relaxation, but for one elderly couple, it was the opposite as they had a car crash into their garden for the second time in a month.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 17:28:01 +0100
Friends bring Glastonbury festival to their Northwich garden
A NORTHWICH couple brought a slice of Glastonbury to their home after the world famous festival was forced to cancel for the second year running.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 12:21:27 +0100
Salford Saxons v Once Upon a Smile Celebrities at Witton Albion
MIDDLEWICH Town managers will join a host of celebrities in a charity football match taking place at Witton Albion’s ground.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 12:11:23 +0100
Northwich mums get together to hold their own sports day
A GROUP of Northwich mums have organised their own sports day after being told they wouldn't be able to come to school to watch the official one.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 10:10:16 +0100
Scott McGowan on his return to 1874 Northwich
SCOTT McGowan says the chance to return to 1874 Northwich was “too good to turn down.”

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Mid Cheshire Line Sunday train services to be replaced by buses in July
SUNDAY train services along the Mid Cheshire Line will be replaced by buses throughout July.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Decline in fatal and serious injuries in road traffic incidents
As there has been reduced road usage during the coronavirus pandemic, fatal and serious road traffic accidents declined by nine per cent, according to figures.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 09:02:10 +0100
Ian Loggie continues British GT season at Silverstone 500
NORTHWICH racer Ian Loggie will be searching for improvement in the next round at Donington, writes Ste McNorton.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 08:10:32 +0100
Cheshire County Cricket League results and summary
AFTER being unable to dismiss Toft’s last pair in a thrilling finish to Saturday’s Cheshire County League 'derby' at Booth’s Park, Oulton Park currently lie a modest third, 41 points behind leaders Nantwich, at the season’s half-way mark.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 15:43:46 +0100
GP urges everyone to be vigilant as Covid cases continue to rise across Cheshire
EVERYONE must continue to be vigilant as Covid cases rise across Cheshire due to the Delta variant, warns a GP.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 14:21:25 +0100
Manchester Airport expands Covid testing capacity for travel
COVID testing capacity at Manchester Airport is to be quadrupled, as international travel resumes.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 20:48:00 +0100
Decline in fatalities in road traffic incidents
AS there has been reduced road usage during the coronavirus pandemic, fatal and serious road traffic accidents declined by nine per cent, figures show.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 16:52:07 +0100
Northwich MP wants station to be fully accessible to all
Northwich MP Mike Amesbury is ‘disappointed’ with the Government response to his plea for the town’s railway station to made fully accessible when it gets rebuilt.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 14:22:04 +0100
Northwich Ladies Circle's Snowdon challenge completed for struggling children
A 1,085 metre walk up Snowdon to help children thousands of miles away has been completed.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 10:57:49 +0100
Northwich garage planning application refused by council
A PLANNING application for a commercial garage in a residential area of Northwich has been refused because of sound concerns.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 09:15:13 +0100
Warning to dog owners after toxic algae found in Budworth Mere
DOG owners are being urged to avoid Budworth Mere in Northwich after toxic algae was discovered.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 12:31:00 +0100
Northwich Victoria sign Tom Schofield from Congleton Town
TOM Schofield will be back playing his home football at Wincham Park this coming season.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Scott McGowan returns to 1874 Northwich
SCOTT McGowan is returning to 1874 Northwich.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Rudheath Senior Academy marks new partnership with CCF
RUDHEATH Senior Academy pupils had a taste of military life when they joined the Combined Cadet Force (CCF) for a training day.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Northwich resident leaves 'worry worm' in town to boost mental health
A KIND-HEARTED member of the public has been leaving knitted treasures around Northwich to help improve mental health.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Squirrel stuck in Northwich bird feeder rescued by RSPCA
A GREEDY squirrel bit off more than he could chew when he got himself stuck in bird feeder in a Northwich back garden.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 12:57:04 +0100
Drivers furious as Tesco starts charging drivers £99 deposit for fuel
DRIVERS have been left furious after Tesco said £99 deposits would be taken when visiting the petrol pump.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 11:43:00 +0100
Guardian Camera Club members dreaming of summer with 'picnic' photography
WITH the hope of a return of sunnier weather, Guardian Camera Club members have been digging out their best pictures of 'picnics'.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 09:53:12 +0100
Mobile phones could be banned in schools amid plans to tackle discipline
The idea is being considered as part of a six-week consultation, launched on Tuesday, seeking the views of teachers, parents and other staff.

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Northwich police put dispersal order in place in Greenbank
POLICE were left with little option but to take drastic action to curb anti-social behaviour blighting a part of Northwich over the weekend.



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