Northwich Guardian
Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Pub transformed into luxury mansion before getting planning consent on sale at £2.5m
Work to convert the former Black Greyhound Hotel on Hall Lane into a luxury home began two months before a formal planning application was entered.
Tue, 19 May 2026 08:53:04 +0100Police appeal for witnesses as two left seriously injured after major crash on M56
POLICE are appealing for witnesses and video footage following a serious crash involving four cars and a HGV on the M56 in Warrington.
Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Northwich KFC not 'the worst in the UK' according to TikToker and YouTuber
Gary Eats's review of the restaurant on Chester Way is up to more than a quarter of a million views.
Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Grade II-listed former grammar school could be converted to apartments
CBRE UK is the agent responsible for the sale of the late 1800s building on behalf of Cheshire West and Chester Council.
Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Vets issue warning for hidden garden dangers facing pets this summer
Ark Veterinary Surgery in Mobberley warn pet owners about toxic plants and grass seeds posing serious risks to animals during spring and summer months.
Tue, 19 May 2026 07:00:00 +0100Fight to save Cheshire school continues as rescue plan delivered to governors
The Parent Rescue Group has delivered a rescue package for the board of governors at Alderley Edge School for Girls to consider
Mon, 18 May 2026 16:43:56 +0100Ex-cop avoids jail after 19-month campaign of 'cruel and vindictive' harassment
Michelle Boyd, a uniformed inspector in the Northwich response unit at the time, spied on her victims, photographed them in public, and bombarded them with vile and offensive messages
Mon, 18 May 2026 11:16:44 +0100Air ambulance lands in estate after concerns raised for a man's welfare
A MAN has been taken to hospital after the air ambulance was called to a Cuddington estate.
Mon, 18 May 2026 18:58:22 +0100Person seriously injured and airlifted to hospital after major crash on M56
A person has been seriously injured following a major collision.
Mon, 18 May 2026 14:53:40 +0100Numerous postcodes without power after incident involving overhead line
The operator Scottish Power received reports of an issue shortly before midday on Monday, May 18.
Mon, 18 May 2026 10:13:17 +0100Call for action as report lifts lid on 'unsafe' streets
The ‘access audit’ was then carried out by the council’s senior access officer following a site visit in September last year.
Mon, 18 May 2026 08:36:28 +0100Driver taken to hospital after crash involving car and HGV on M6 in Middlewich
A DRIVER has been taken to hospital following a crash on the M6 in Middlewich involving a car and a HGV.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100WATCH: Frustration as family-of-four suffer sleepless nights due to HGVs
Neil Wagstaff said he, his wife, and his two young children are woken up at all hours by the to-ing and fro-ing of HGVs.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Week-long knife crime crackdown launched by police in Cheshire
A WEEK-long police knife crime operation is being launched across Cheshire today, Monday.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Vintage tractor convoy through Cheshire raises £2,300 for stroke charity
Vintage tractors travel from Davenham to Wales, raising more than £2,300 for the Stroke Association on a three-day charity journey
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Woman banned from roads after drug-driving 'at high speed' through town
Vanda Rinkeviciute, of Navigation Road, Northwich, appeared at Chester Magistrates Court on Thursday, May 14, for sentencing on speeding and drug-driving charges.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Owners 'distraught' as car park shipping containers obliterate view of shop front
Chic Alterations is housed inside one of several units within Surestore UK’s Chester Way self-storage facility in Northwich, which is their landlord.
Mon, 18 May 2026 16:28:34 +0100Using AI for freedom of information requests can add extra cost for taxpayer
Using AI to help draft freedom of information requests (FOI) can increase the burden on councils and even add to the cost for the taxpayer, Cheshire East has said.
Mon, 18 May 2026 16:20:02 +0100Nearly 1,000 new homes proposed on agricultural land
Up to 950 new homes, a mixed-use local centre and primary school are proposed for land to the north of Crewe.
Mon, 18 May 2026 17:57:19 +0100Warning of 'severe delays' after multi-vehicle crash on motorway
DRIVERS are being warned of 'severe' delays following a crash on the M56 today, Monday.
Sun, 17 May 2026 11:22:33 +0100Two casualties assessed by paramedics following crash on Northwich road
POLICE and fire services attended a crash involving two vehicles in Northwich.
Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Drivers warned of upcoming 14-week road closure and diversion route
DRIVERS are being warned of an upcoming 14-week road closure and diversion route near Northwich.
Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Death notices and funeral announcements in the Northwich and Winsford Guardian
Every week, the Northwich & Winsford Guardian publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have died.
Sun, 17 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100Take a look inside £3.75m Cheshire home boasting stables, a pool, and 19 acres
Cheshire six-bedroom Kelsall home with pool, stables and 19.5 acres on the market for £3.75m, featuring eco heating, cinema room and games room.
Sun, 17 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100Latest planning applications around Northwich and Winsford
EACH week Cheshire West and Chester Council receives and makes decisions on planning applications across the borough.
Sun, 17 May 2026 07:34:00 +0100Forget the Beckhams and WAGS - why the Golden Triangle history is worth exploring
David Atkinson takes us on a guided tour of Alderley Edge
Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Cheshire dad launches incredible free online hub to support SEND families across UK
A WARRINGTON entrepreneur has created a new free online hub that could revolutionise the future for SEND families across the UK.
Sat, 16 May 2026 21:41:06 +0100Police appeal for witnesses as woman taken to hospital after hit-and-run in Winsford
WITNESSES are being sought by the police following a hit-and-run in Winsford.
Sat, 16 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100Sri Lankan grill named in UK's top 100 curry restaurants for 2026
A KNUTSFORD restaurant is celebrating after being hailed among the best in the country.
Sat, 16 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100Driver hit with £5,000 fine after causing crash which seriously injured moped rider
Adrian Nixon, of Chester Road, appeared at Crewe Magistrates Court on Thursday, May 14.
Sat, 16 May 2026 08:42:12 +0100Firefighters tackle blaze started 'deliberately' at disused building in Winsford
A FIRE was deliberately started at a disused building in Winsford.
Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100GP practice is good in all areas after inspection by watchdog
Firdale Medical Centre's recent rating is as a result of a review of the service on Thursday, April 16.
Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Drivers warned of four months ‘rolling’ disruption for power cable replacement
SP Energy Networks is set to begin a £450,000 upgrade of the local electricity network.
Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100New biomethane plant could see up to 200 daily food waste lorry movements
Northwich Biogas Ltd is seeking planning permission to redevelop the existing Renescience Northwich waste management facility at Tata Chemical's Lostock Works into a conventional food waste anaerobic digestion plant.
Sat, 16 May 2026 07:03:00 +0100Meet the Knutsford chef who travels the country serving incredible food
Adie Munt began his career at Knutsford's Belle Epoque before five years as head chef at The Bells of Peover.
Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +01007 of the best beer gardens around Northwich for a drink in the sunshine
SUMMER is just around the corner, and what better way to spend an afternoon than enjoying a refreshing drink outside?
Sat, 16 May 2026 09:26:00 +0100Hidden National Trust gems to explore across the North West this summer
National Trust hidden gems across the North West invite visitors to explore unique heritage sites and lesser-known historic attractions
Fri, 15 May 2026 17:25:00 +0100Well wishes for health of owner as 'town’s most famous chippy' temporarily closes
Lucky Petes' chippy on Winnington Lane confirmed on Facebook it will close on Saturday, May 16, until further notice.
Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:00 +0100Woman charged with causing death of biker by dangerous driving
Hannah Copeland has been charged with causing the death of Luke Nabi by dangerous driving on Wednesday, February 26, last year.
Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100Town's ambitious pledge to be England's fourth butterfly and moth-friendly haven
The commitment to protecting butterflies, moths, and their habitats stems from a new partnership between Northwich Town Council (NTC) and national charity, Butterfly Conservation.
Fri, 15 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100Woman hit with fine after making 11 nuisance 999 calls to police despite warning
Stephanie Sheldon, of Beeston Drive, appeared at Chester Magistrates Court on Wednesday, May 13
Fri, 15 May 2026 10:37:11 +0100Cheshire Police called to domestic incident in town centre
The emergency services were on Wheelock Street after 3pm on Thursday, May 14.
Fri, 15 May 2026 07:00:00 +0100The Mid Cheshire-linked names on this year's The Sunday Times Rich List
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is the north west region's richest person of any age while Harry Styles is the north west region's second richest person under the age of 40.
Fri, 15 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Joy for special school as it gets outstanding outcome at inspection
Cloughwood Academy's recent rating is as a result of a review between Tuesday, March 10, and Thursday, March 12.
Fri, 15 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Council and utility company change tack on 'concerning' three-month cycling ban
On Thursday, April 16, Cheshire East Council announced it had made a traffic order banning cycling on Centurion Way, Pennymoor Drive, White Park Close, and part of Holmes Chapel Road.
Fri, 15 May 2026 14:56:48 +0100Trio jailed over multi-million-pound Manchester Airport drug smuggling conspiracy
THREE men have been jailed for more than 50 years combined for their roles in a major cocaine smuggling plot.
Fri, 15 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100Primary pupils and staff celebrating after volunteers transform school grounds
Volunteers transform Norley Primary School grounds with safer paths and improved play areas, boosting outdoor learning and daily life for pupils.
Fri, 15 May 2026 11:23:29 +0100New mayor sees the role as providing stability in time of change
The new mayor of Cheshire East says the borough is facing many changes in the coming year and she sees her role as one of providing stability in the evolving landscape.
Fri, 15 May 2026 11:12:04 +0100Councillors vote to increase allowances to attract younger and lower paid people
Cheshire East has voted to follow the recommendations of an independent panel to increase councillor allowances and backdate the rise to April 2024.
Fri, 15 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Cool, bright weekend ahead for Mid Cheshire with scattered showers
Cool, bright Friday in Mid Cheshire before showers move in over the weekend, with lows of 4C, highs around 14C and low pollen levels throughout.