A BANNED driver who chose to ignore the court and get back behind the wheel has been locked up.

A DJ turned author from Lostock Gralam has shone a light on his own adult ADHD journey in a new warts-and-all memoir with a scientific slant.

THREE alleged shoplifters were arrested after a car containing suspected stolen verruca ointment, pregnancy tests, and thrush cream was stopped by police near Northwich.

Martin Mew, 37, is on trial for the attempted murder of Douglas Mew, 67, on March 9, 2025.

Cheshire Freemasons donate £2,500 of digital devices to women’s refuge, helping families fleeing domestic abuse stay safe, connected, and supported.

A 24-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply cannabis after a raid on a house in Wharton Bridge on Monday, January 12.

Known for his trademark haircut, Mick Miller rose to prominence on the iconic 1970s TV show, The Comedians, before amassing TV credits including The Royal Variety Performance, John Bishop’s Only Joking, and Peter Kay’s Car Share.

It came shortly after a crash which closed two northbound lanes of the M6 at Thelwall Viaduct near junction 21, A57 Manchester Road, Woolston.

From Monday, January 12, temporary lights will be in use on Abbotts Way, close to both Winsford Academy and Grange Community Primary School.

Michael Hale from Barnton was around 22 when he tried to rape the child.

A planning application is being considered by Cheshire West and Chester Council (CWAC) for permission to convert Sutton’s hairdresser, 134 Witton Street into a woodworking and joinery training school.

Martin Mew, of Warmingham Lane, was charged after a serious assault which took place on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at an address on his own street.

Cheshire West and Chester Parent Carer Forum has launched SEND survey for families to influence local special educational needs and disability services.

Referrals to Cheshire Police into online child abuse soared from more than 180 in 2023 to nearly 800 last year.

EACH week Cheshire West and Chester Council receives and makes decisions on planning applications across the borough.

DO you fancy relaxing after a hectic Christmas?

Death notices and funeral announcements published in the Northwich & Winsford Guardian this week.

James Fox, of Church Road, admitted one count each of assault by beating, having a knife in a public place, and threatening unlawful violence during an incident in Northwich on or around Tuesday, December 30.

THIS week (January 11 - January 17) is National Pizza Week, with restaurants up and down the country celebrating the delicious Italian dish.

Luxury five-acre villa in Alderley Edge, Cheshire for sale at £10.95 million. Features five en suite bedrooms, indoor pool, eight-car garage, a 4G pitch, and gated grounds.

A CASUALTY has been treated by paramedics following a four-vehicle crash that closed the M6.

 THERE were 2,736 babies born at Leighton Hospital in 2025 – did you welcome a new arrival last year?

'Is This Thing On?' is based on the funnyman's first forays into stand-up during a short split-up with wife Melanie Bishop.

The Bake Box Cheshire is setting up shop not in Northwich, but in Middlewich, at a site in the town centre at the start of next month.

CONTENTIOUS plans to scrap jury trials to clear a record backlog of cases have been slammed by an MP.

If you’d told Yazzmin Devoy two years ago she’d be earning her 9 to 5 in platinum blonde wigs, rhinestones and with Tennessee twang, she probably wouldn’t have believed you.

Money is still available from Heating Bank, a fund run by Citizens Advice Cheshire West (CACW) designed to helps low-income and vulnerable families who are struggling with winter energy costs.

Winsford tattoo removal studio Ink2Go is offering free removals for trauma-related tattoos and brandings.

An inquest into the death of Carol Miles was opened at Warrington Coroner’s Court on Wednesday.

A NORTHWICH woman featured on national TV in a popular game show

NHS North West urges early medical help this winter to prevent avoidable hospital admissions. Use NHS 111, Pharmacy First, and GP services for timely care.

The Slow and Easy on Manchester Road is a huge pub by anyone’s standards, so it will come to no surprise to learn it was originally built as an hotel back in 1937.

Raymond Buckley was walking home on New Year's Day when he was hit by a car at junction of High Street and Collingham Way.

Operator London Northwestern Railway said these railway services would not be back in action until at least midday today, Friday.

A Cheshire father-of-four who beat cancer is sharing his story in a new anti-smoking campaign.

A MAN has sadly died more than a week after being involved in a serious crash on the A49.

Daniel Eckersley appeared at Chester Crown Court on Monday, January 5.

Cheshire residents are being asked if they would stump up an extra couple of pounds a month towards the police precept to safeguard all 87 PCSOs across the county.

Cheshire West and Chester Council’s library service is supporting the National Year of Reading 2026 campaign.

Couples planning their big day are invited to explore a historic venue in Cheshire.

HOUSEHOLDS in Mid Cheshire will be getting a one-off cold weather payment.

Olympic medallist Emily Ford backs FOW Car Supermarket's new partnership with North West charity All Aboard Youth Rowing to empower youth through sport and life skills.

The Met Office has forecast mixed weather for Northwich this weekend.

Arighi Bianchi’s biggest-ever Winter Sale is now on, bringing exceptional savings across furniture, interiors and home accessories you won’t find anywhere else in Cheshire

The emergency services were near Sandbach Station from around 10.20am today, Friday.

Revised plans to build an eco-friendly house set into the hillside at Bosley have been recommended for approval.

A proposal to build a home on green belt land at Poynton could get permission in principle despite objections, with the council’s planners saying the site meets ‘grey belt criteria’.

Ian Stoneley worked at ICI's Winnington works between 1970 and 1984, and believes he was exposed to asbestos while working there.

Benjamin Kershaw appeared at Warrington Magistrates' Court to face one count of possessing a class A drug.

THE family of Middlewich man Pete Cope who died in a crash, hours after celebrating his birthday, has paid tribute to him.