Northwich Guardian
Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:12:10 +0100Boy arrested after 12-year-old died in fall from playground ride
A TEENAGE boy has been arrested after a 12-year-old boy died in a tragic incident at a Winsford play park.
Tue, 02 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100Inquest opened as care concerns raised after death of woman
The inquest into the death of Gwendoline Larkin opened at Cheshire Coroner’s Court on Wednesday, August 27.
Tue, 02 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100Fly-tipped furniture dumped and set alight at town’s newly restored BMX park
Pictures of the mess left at the BMX park on Mount Pleasant in Over were captured by Winsford town councillor, Wayne Fletcher, on Wednesday, August 27.
Tue, 02 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100Couple caught handling more than 40 stolen sets of Lego worth thousands
Bernard Ward and Bernadette Ward were both arrested on the A556 near Northwich on Sunday, February 9.
Tue, 02 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100Appeal after teens 'play knock-and-run' and 'peer in windows'
A post on social media over the weekend said groups of up to six teenagers are 'playing knock-and-run' and 'peering in windows'.
Mon, 01 Sep 2025 18:00:00 +0100Michelin starred chef’s ‘best ever pie’ back by popular demand at 3 Mid Cheshire pubs
THREE Mid Cheshire pubs will once again be serving up a pie created by a Michelin starred chef and winner of Great British Menu.
Mon, 01 Sep 2025 17:00:17 +0100Traveller caravans pitch up near primary school as autumn term begins
Four caravans and associated towing vehicles arrived at a field next to Rudheath Primary Academy, off Gadbrook Road on Sunday, August 31.
Mon, 01 Sep 2025 14:00:00 +0100Stalker who threatened to burn down pub went on the run before being caught
Elliot Rowe, of no fixed abode in Northwich, had been jailed for 36 weeks in January for threatening to burn down the Brighton Belle pub in Winsford.
Mon, 01 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0100New Chester-style indoor market seeks 'vibrant' traders ahead of summer 2026 opening
Applications are open for a stall at the new Northwich Indoor Market at Barons Quay, due to open in summer 2026.
Mon, 01 Sep 2025 11:41:17 +0100Police crackdown as drivers continue to park illegally at beauty spot
POLICE handed out more fines to drivers parking illegally at a Cheshire beauty spot this weekend.
Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0100New starters 2025: Share photos of your child's first day at school
IT’S a big day, one that’s been in the calendar for months – your child’s first day at school.
Mon, 01 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100Woman who fell from bridge onto M56 judged 'no risk' just hours earlier
Onlookers failed to stop Yvonne Lawrence climbing over the barrier on the bridge before she fell onto the hard shoulder of the westbound carriageway of the M56 on Friday, October 4, 2024.
Mon, 01 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100Progress on use of popular park as car park for Victoria Infirmary
The ground investigation work is set to start on Monday, September 1, according to an announcement last week.
Mon, 01 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100Biker avoids jail after being caught riding while four times the drink-drive limit
Theo Alberda, of Kingsley, committed the offence in Warrington, when he produced a sample that was in excess of the legal alcohol limit.
Mon, 01 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100Late bank cashier's war medal collection doubles auction guide to sell for £50k
A VALUABLE medal collection amassed by a Winsford bank cashier turned Royal Navy code expert to be auctioned with a guide price of £25,000.
Sun, 31 Aug 2025 16:24:53 +0100Family's heartfelt tribute to 'infectious personality' Logan, 12, after park tragedy
The family of a 12-year-old boy who died following an incident in Winsford have paid tribute to him.
Sun, 31 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Beautician and businesswoman launches new reformer Pilates exercise studio
Pilates is a form of exercise which used bodyweight to target the core muscles, which includes all the posture muscles and the pelvic floor.
Sun, 31 Aug 2025 12:33:01 +0100'Forever 12': Tributes to schoolboy who died at play park
The boy died after a fall from the apparatus at the play park in Wharton Recreation Ground.
Sun, 31 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100Ex-Royal Marine and amputee trekking 232 miles to Cheshire for charity
Paul Vice is taking on the challenge to raise money for FORCE Cancer Charity, which provides support to people in Devon affected by cancer.
Sun, 31 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Northwich & Winsford Guardian death notices and funeral announcements
Every week, the Northwich Guardian publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have died.
Sun, 31 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0100Latest planning applications and decisions around Northwich and Winsford
EACH week Cheshire West and Chester Council receives and makes decisions on planning applications across the borough.
Sun, 31 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0100'One of a kind' five-bed family home in heart of Cheshire up for sale at £1.25m
A five-bedroom detached house set within a substantial garden is for sale in Norley, Cheshire, with an asking price of offers in excess of £1,250,000.
Sat, 30 Aug 2025 14:57:07 +0100Tragedy as boy dies in fall from apparatus at play park
The emergency services were in attendance on Ledward Street after 6pm yesterday, Friday.
Sat, 30 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100Family fun day returns with children's races, crafts, food and music
A SUMMER extravaganza with children’s races, crafts, displays, food and music is lined up this weekend.
Sat, 30 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100Pub's upcoming refurb leans into 'countryside' vibes with log fires and cosy corners
The Tollemache Arms in Tarporley has announced it will be closing its doors on Saturday, September 13, in preparation for a full refurbishment across their bar and restaurant space.
Sat, 30 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100What hides behind the doors and windows of Mid Cheshire's iconic buildings?
MEMBERS of Guardian Camera Club have take a look through the windows and behind the doors of some of Mid Cheshire's most recognisable buildings.
Sat, 30 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0100Cheshire’s Country Estate promises rest and relaxation – the ultimate retreat
CARDEN Park – Cheshire’s Country Estate.
Sat, 30 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Borehole drilling to begin in town centre to pave way for regeneration scheme
Cheshire West and Chester Council said disruption will be kept ‘to a minimum’ when engineers start work.
Sat, 30 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100All of the stage times for this weekend's multi-venue music marathon
The music marathon is back for a second time on Saturday, August 30.
Sat, 30 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Action-packed wakeboarding competition to conclude summer season at water park
Wild Shore Delamere will host its annual Wakeboarding Competition on Sunday, August 31, 2025, starting at 11.30am.
Sat, 30 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100International acclaim for heart-warming Cheshire-made film narrated by Stephen Fry
Author and illustrator Lorna Gibson, and her studio Toots Design, have won silver at the second annual Collision Film Awards this summer.
Sat, 30 Aug 2025 08:34:34 +0100Northwich Parkrun cancelled today due to toppled tree at on course
Northwich Parkrun was due to be at Carey Park as it is every weekend.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 12:49:24 +0100Long queues on M6 southbound in Cheshire following crash and lorry breakdown
DRIVERS are facing long delays on the M6 in Cheshire this afternoon after a lorry broke down.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 11:20:00 +0100Fresh blow for Roberts Bakery as Derbyshire site to close amid Northwich job cuts
ROBERTS Bakery has confirmed it will close its Ilkeston site in Derbyshire in a fresh blow for the firm after announcing job losses in Northwich.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100Artist joins efforts to save endangered birds of prey with vulture portrait
Artist Sam Robson, from Weaverham, has painted a picture of 'Gonzo', a 'charismatic' African hooded vulture at the Lakeland District Wildlife Park.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100Nursery is good in all areas at first inspection by Ofsted
S4YC @ Over Children's Centre was awarded the second highest overall rating on August 14.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100Pub landlord quits industry claiming 'soaring cost's are 'destroying community pubs’
Kris Perrin, along with his wife, Katie Perrin, have taken the sad decision to close The Ring o' Bells in Weaverham and leave the hospitality industry.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Pensioner taken to hospital after gas explosion at residential park
The emergency services were on Eddisbury Hill Residential Park at around 8.40am on Saturday.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Hopes dashed for High Court overturn of 2.3m-tonne builders' spoil dumping decision
Northwich Action Group’s barrister has found no strong basis on which to challenge the Planning Inspectorate’s decision to allow the Wallerscote Lime Beds solar farm to go ahead.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Borough councillors banned from town council meetings after unanimous vote
On Monday, July 21, the town council resolved to ban Swanlow ward’s Cllr Simon Boone and Dene ward’s Cllr Mandy Clare from its meetings, along with a member of the public, understood to be Paul Stubbs.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100Popular science festival returning to Cheshire 'bigger and better than ever'
SciTech Extravaganza is back at Alderley Park, and it promises this year to be bigger and better, featuring an array of activities for all ages.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 13:45:00 +0100Families invited to enjoy free fun yoga day at Barons Quay
Barons Quay shopping centre in Northwich is holding 'Flow Fest' this weekend promoting balance and creativity.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0100What will the weather be like in Mid Cheshire this weekend?
The Met Office has forecasted a wet afternoon for Mid Cheshire on Saturday, August 30.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 17:18:47 +0100Responders rush to scene of two-car crash on main road
The collision between a Kia and a Nissan was before 4pm on Thursday, August 28.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:00:00 +0100Nights of laughter and sass promised as 'naughty' musical comes to town
In September, the Harlequin Theatre in Queen Street will be presenting its production of Hot Flush! The Naughtiest Musical In Town.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100Six Cheshire charities share in £37k from Manchester Airport's trust fund
SIX Cheshire charities have received a share of £37,000 from Manchester Airport’s Community Trust Fund.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:38:50 +0100Wanted stalker still on the run as police renew public appeal for help
Police are yet to find Northwich man, Elliot Rowe, who is wanted for breaching a stalking protection order.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:14:01 +0100Council's adult social care service rated Good by inspectors
Inspectors found a number of areas to be performing well, adding that staff arranged home care and reablement services for people without delay.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:49:17 +0100Balance tips against Labour on Cheshire West after councillor quits
While Labour still continues to rule as a minority administration, the maths means it can no longer force through its agenda.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 09:58:00 +0100‘Medically trapped’ casualty rescued by fire crew after three-car crash
Emergency services arriving at Nat Lane in Winsford found a crash had happened involving three cars and one person was 'medically trapped' inside a vehicle.