Northwich Guardian
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:36:06 +0100Body sadly found in search for man, 71, reported missing from home
A BODY has sadly been found in a search for a 71-year-old man reported missing from home.
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Man frustrated over money amid divorce 'barges' into wife's home and assaults her
Andrew Moores, of Brackenfield Way, Winsford, admitted assault by beating
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Boat entrepreneur stars in five episodes of 'unique' Channel 4 canal series
Scott Vickers, director of Rudheath-based Boat Sales & More, will feature in the third series of Narrow Escapes on Channel 4. The programme follows people whose lives are centred around Britain’s canal network, showcasing the unique lifestyle a...
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden coming to this year’s Foodies Festival Tatton Park
Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden will perform at this year’s Foodies Festival Tatton Park, taking place from July 10 to 12.
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Coroner opens inquest into death of ‘full of light’ teen, 17, who died in lake
An inquest was formally opened by a coroner at Warrington Coroner’s Court on Wednesday into the death of David Tita Jr.
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Inquest opened after soldier found dead in woodland near army barracks
A coroner formally opened an inquest at Warrington Coroner’s Court on Wednesday into the death of Corporal Andre Cornelius.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:45:27 +0100Confusion after Cheshire West stung with £45k fine for 'employing illegal worker'
The Government has published a list of businesses and other organisations it has hit with financial penalties.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:40:01 +0100Blaze in kitchen caused by hob ‘accidentally switched on’
One fire engine from Winsford responded to reports of a fire at an address on Alexandra Road in Middlewich at 5.40pm on Wednesday, June 10.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Win Kit for Kids: Back our local World Cup stars of tomorrow
Junior teams across Northwich, Winsford, Middlewich, and surrounding areas are being given the chance to win £1,000 of sports equipment – and all they need is your support in our World Cup‑themed Win Kit for Kids token collect.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Party vibes to hit town as UK rap 'legend' drops in for 'banging' hip hop show
Dr Syntax will be appearing at The Salty Dog in Northwich as part of its Annual Diversion festival
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bully beat up ex-partner during 'toxic relationship tarred by alcohol use'
Jamie Condrey and his ex-partner were in an on-off relationship for several years between 2021 and 2025.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Man seen naked by schoolgirls twice in two days said it was 'accidental'
Thomas Arcus is on trial over two almost identical alleged incidents on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, and Wednesday, October 16, 2024.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:11:00 +0100Plans for smaller retirement complex to replace building destroyed by fire
New plans have been submitted for a retirement complex in Crewe to replace a facility which was gutted by fire nearly seven years ago.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:39:50 +0100Flag flown at half mast following death of long-serving Cheshire Police detective
TRIBUTES have been paid to a long-serving Cheshire Police detective who has sadly died.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:02:53 +0100Police searching for prisoner who was mistakenly released early from jail
POLICE are searching for a prisoner who was mistakenly released early from jail while serving an assault sentence.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Guardian camera club members capture pairs in photo challenge
PAIRS have been captured on camera by members of the Guardian Camera Club.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100GP wife of accused ex-Olympic athlete cross-examined during his abuse trial
Curtis Robb is accused of subjecting his former wife Dr Sarah Robb, 47, to controlling and coercive behaviour during their marriage.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:24:06 +0100Frodsham Poundstretcher to offer free goody bags to first 100 customers
POUNDSTRETCHER is offering a free goody bag to the first 100 customers who go through the door of its new Frodsham store.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:15:17 +0100Police name pair charged with perverting course of justice over car in pond
The charges follow a collision on Thursday, January 22, where a car, a yellow Vauxhall Corsa, was found overturned in a pond off Bradford Road close to Winsford Salt Mine.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:45:28 +0100Fire crews tackle blaze involving ‘well alight’ disused caravan
Slaters Way has been home to an officially licenced Travellers' site since 2016.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:19:16 +0100Drop-in event to learn more on village's 14-week roadworks to replace water pipes
RESIDENTS in Wincham are being invited to learn more about a £1 million water pipe project which could cause months of disruption on the roads.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:59:58 +0100‘Unexpected’ power cut leaves homes and businesses without electricity
HOMES and businesses in Rudheath have been left without electricity following an ‘unexpected’ power cut.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0100MP backs cross-party call for Lloyds to restore cheque deposits
OLDER residents and business still need to use cheques, says an MP.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0100Man accused of 'sexually touching' 15-year-old girl to stand trial in 2027
Kyle Heywood, of Parliament Street, Northwich, appeared at Chester Crown Court on Friday, May 29
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:50:29 +0100Crash on motorway sees lane closure along with tailback and warnings of delays
A crash on the M6 has caused lane closures prompting a warning for drivers to expect delays.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100More than 14k residents summonsed to court over £38m council tax debts in a year
A total of 17,228 Cheshire West and Chester Council residents were behind on council tax payments, with all those accounts subject to some form of debt recovery arrangement.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Organic farm Jazz Fest ticket giveaway with great food and top line-up
LIVE music, fresh food and a picturesque farm setting are all on the menu in Davenham this summer.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Drink-driver caught after police alerted to BMW travelling 'extremely slowly'
Valadomar Neves, of Dane Place,appeared at Chester Crown Court on Tuesday, June 9, where he pleaded guilty to drink-driving.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:04:28 +0100Controversial plans for up 130 homes in open countryside reluctantly approved
Controversial plans for up to 130 new homes in the open countryside at Alsager have been approved.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:49:11 +0100Council to fight controversial 75-home plan after 'ticking time bomb' concern raised
Cheshire East has voted to fight plans for 75 homes in Nantwich at appeal on highways grounds after hearing there’s ‘a ticking time bomb’ caused by unplanned, piecemeal, developments.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:20:00 +0100Man guilty of raping and strangling woman in terrifying campaign of abuse
Damon Furmedge was convicted of rape, assault, and two counts of controlling and coercive behaviour, on Friday, May 29, after an eight-day trial.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100A556 picnic area is being used for public sex after closure of cafe
The Hartford picnic area on Chester Road Bypass is home to what was CafA556.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Mysterious Granny H honoured for 'spreading joy' with knitted toys as she turns 90
The identity of the mystery knitter was unknown, with children and families only knowing her as Granny H, which she signed on the notes left with each toy.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0100Ex-Lioness's charity challenge takes her through Mid Cheshire
Jill Scott's near-400-mile challenge is over the course of five days from Monday, June 8, to Friday, June 12.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:51:42 +0100Two cars stolen in Barnton after Land Rover Discovery makes off from police
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after two cars were stolen from Barnton on the same day.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:13:22 +0100Former Olympian accused of suffocating wife told her ‘you deserve this’, jury hears
Curtis Robb, 54, is said to have carried out the 'unprovoked attack' on Sarah Robb following a row during a family holiday in the Lake District in April 2023.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:09:19 +0100Urgent appeal for Frodsham man missing for more than 24 hours
AN urgent appeal has been made to find a missing man from Frodsham.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100Trial begins for man who 'showed penis to schoolgirls' twice in two days
Thomas Arcus is on trial over almost identical alleged incidents at his home address on Main Road, Moulton.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:17:29 +0100Hoarding and self neglect to come under the spotlight
A national shift in how hoarding is dealt with has seen it move from an environmental health issue, to one which is viewed as more complex.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Cheshire cat Ernie beats once-fatal disease after early diagnosis
Cheshire cat Ernie recovers from once-fatal FIP after early diagnosis at Broom Cottage Veterinary Surgery and Oakwood Veterinary Referrals in Hartford.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Jail for man who breached restraining order by leaving two voicemails for victim
On August 26 last year, Daniel Hutchings was handed a 12-month community order at Warrington Magistrates Court for two counts of assault and two of criminal damage against a woman.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:32:41 +0100Plans for new hospital get unanimous backing from councillors
Cheshire East has given the go-ahead for a new Crewe hospital which will ‘secure the future of healthcare provision at Leighton for decades to come’.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100Andrew Cooper: 'We must work together to ensure no young person is left behind'
Mid Cheshire MP Andrew Cooper writes a fortnightly column for the Northwich & Winsford Guardian
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:36:22 +0100Cheshire Police warns residents to behave when enjoying this year’s World Cup
RESIDENTS are being urged by the police to behave when watching this year’s World Cup and to enjoy the tournament sensibly.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:49:24 +0100Fly the flag for England's World Cup hopes – 'but not on streetlights and signs'
Cheshire West and Chester Council has reminded people that tying flags to streetlights for the World Cup would be a criminal offence.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Work begins on new Cheshire East Local Plan to shape future housing and jobs
Cheshire East Council begins work on a new Local Plan to 2045, shaping future housing, jobs, transport and services – with residents urged to have their say.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:41:32 +0100Manchester Airport passengers warned of 6-hour airport queues at 3 holiday hotspots
Manchester Airport passengers heading to these three locations should expect longer queues of up to six hours at the airports.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:03:42 +0100Wife of ex-Olympian feared she 'would end up dead' if she didn't leave marriage
Surgeon Curtis Robb, of Arley near Northwich, is alleged to have repeatedly or continuously engaged in controlling and coercive behaviour towards Sarah Robb between December 2015 and August 2023.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:36:06 +0100Absent chief executive leaves council role by 'mutual agreement'
Cheshire East’s chief executive Rob Polkinghorne has left the council by mutual agreement after being absent for more than six months.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:42:00 +0100Say hello to the Mid Cheshire babies born in May 2026
IT is time to welcome the latest precious bunch of newborns calling Mid Cheshire their first home.