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Cheshire Constabulary has welcomed its latest four-legged recruit helping to keep our communities safe.

Chester Race Company has announced that Cheshire West and Chester Council has granted planning permission for a proposed landmark project at Chester Racecourse.

The Queen’s School in Chester has joined Active Cheshire and leading regional partners in signing The International Working Group on Women and Sport's Brighton Plus Helsinki Declaration, a global commitment to advancing equality for women and girls in sport and physical activity.

A couple who went on a £1.1k shoplifting spree have been brought to justice following a investigation from the Ellesmere Port Beat Team.

This Christmas, Storyhouse in Chester returns to the heart of festive tradition with a magical new production of Beauty and the Beast.

One of North Wales' leading orchestras is set to bring the sparkle of the festive season to Wrexham's William Aston Hall with a special Christmas concert.

Final rehearsals are underway as one of Chester's most popular buskers prepares to stage two magical Christmas concerts at Chester Town Hall, complete with a full orchestra and special guests.

With Christmas now less than five weeks away, Cheshire Constabulary is set to launch its annual operation to support delivery drivers and couriers across the festive period.

Police are appealing for information to trace a wanted man from Ellesmere Port.

The countdown to Christmas in Chester is on with just two weeks to go before Beauty and the Beast dances on to the Storyhouse stage.

Chester’s festive Lantern Parade takes place on Thursday 27th November.

Flintshire County Council has now completed assessments of all C-class and unclassified roads put forward by residents for consideration to return to a 30mph speed limit.

A local ‘Friends of’ group has been recognised for their hard work with a prestigious award from His Majesty The King.

Flintshire County Council’s Trading Standards team has taken part in Operation Sceptre during a national week of action against knife crime.

Flintshire’s tourism industry flourished in 2024, generating £402.26 million and attracting more than four million visitors to the county.

A biker who reached speeds of over 125mph during a pursuit across Cheshire West, and was later found to have been riding whilst under the influence of drugs, has been sentenced.

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A dominant performance earned Chester FC all three points over Leamington, at the Deva Stadium this afternoon.

Chester FC are back in league action this afternoon, for a clash with Leamington at the Deva Stadium.

The weather has got colder this week and Cheshire West and Chester Council’s Highways team has moved up a gear to be winter ready and keep the road network running smoothly during the coming colder months.

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The Countess of Chester Hospital is the first district general hospital in Cheshire and Merseyside to introduce an interactive digital tour designed to support autistic patients and individuals with additional needs ahead of their appointments.

Here's the latest results from the Chester and Wirral Football League...

Cheshire West and Chester Council is to join forces with Carers UK and local partner Better Together for Carers and the Community to celebrate Carers Rights Day on Thursday, 20th November.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has launched a 12-week public consultation on proposals to change parts of its Healthy Child Programme.

This year, Carer's Rights Day is on Thursday 20th November 2025 – and this year’s theme is ‘Know your rights, use your rights’.

A new national helpline has been launched to help people affected by anti-Muslim hate.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is supporting Road Safety Week with Brake, the road safety charity to raise awareness of vehicle safety.

In February 2025, Flintshire County Council set its budget for 2025/26 and difficult choices needed to be considered including reducing the budget for running public toilets.

Final rehearsals are underway for a concert by one of Chester's leading choirs which will feature music written by popular 20th century French composers.

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Chester FC exited the Isuzu FA Trophy in the Second Round, after a 1 - 0 defeat against Clitheroe at the Deva Stadium this afternoon.

Chester FC are back at the Deva Stadium tomorrow for an Isuzu FA Trophy clash with Clitheroe.

The prestigious King’s Award for Voluntary Service has been presented to Cheshire’s Museum of Policing.

Cheshire Police is running is week-long operation focusing on the sale of illegal blades as part of ongoing work to keep knives off our streets.

Over 20 criminals wanted for numerous offences have been arrested during a day of intensified police action across Cheshire.

Tarporley Garden Centre supplied a plant contribution to the inspiring DIY SOS, for the BBC's Children in Need project, which recently completed an incredible build for The Joshua Tree charity in Northwich.

Ellesmere Port and Bromborough MP, Justin Madders, is demanding urgent answers after vulnerable patients were suddenly told they no longer qualify for non-emergency ambulance transport.

On Friday 7th November, Samantha Dixon, MP for Chester North & Neston, hosted a successful Housing Surgery that provided residents with much-needed support and expert advice on a range of housing-related issues.

A man has been jailed after admitting fraudulently obtaining a Rolex from a seller on Facebook.

Cheshire West & Chester Council Conservative Group is saddened by the news that Councillor Myles Hogg, Ward Member for Willaston & Thornton, died peacefully on Wednesday 12th November 2025.

Following this summer’s two-stage trial at the Fountains Roundabout, Cheshire West and Chester Council has provided an update on its findings.

Men in Northwich and Ellesmere Port are invited to join a powerful art project to reduce the stigma of asking for help when they are in crisis or experiencing difficult life events.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has extended the latest Cheshire West Crowd funding round, with funding available for community projects across West Cheshire.

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A contest played in torrid conditions ended in a share of the points at Haig Avenue this evening.

Here are the latest results from the Chester and Wirral Football League...

Chester FC head to Haig Avenue this evening, looking to record back-to-back victories after Saturday’s success at Buxton.

Residents, schoolchildren, community leaders and partner organisations — including Chester Zoo — came together to plant thousands of spring bulbs across an Ellesmere Port neighbourhood.

The RHS Britain in Bloom Awards North West Awards 2025 has resulted in Cheshire West and Chester Council receiving an impressive selection of awards.

Chester’s Christmas Market opens on Wednesday 19th November marking the start of the Christmas celebrations in Chester.

A Winsford ambassador for the baby loss charity 4Louis has praised the town’s mayor and businesses for rallying behind her cause.

Police are appealing to the public to help locate a wanted couple from Chester.

Final preparations are underway as one of Chester's top orchestras is set to be joined by an acclaimed soloist for a concert at Chester Cathedral.

A concert featuring music written by popular 20th century French composers is set to launch a new season of events by one of Chester's leading choirs.

A Winsford man who incited a young child to engage in sexual activity has been jailed.

Officers are appealing to trace a good Samaritan following a suspicious incident in Ellesmere Port.

Mark Tami MP backs Labour’s transformational Veterans Strategy set to benefit 4,393 veterans in Alyn and Deeside.

Police are appealing for information following an indecent exposure in Ellesmere Port.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is teaming up with Keep Britain Tidy for ‘Fight Fly-Tipping Fortnight’, a new campaign to crack down on rogue ‘white van’ operators and help local residents protect themselves and their communities from the growing scourge of waste crime.

Cheshire Resilience Forum partner agencies are staging a live exercise to practise their response to an incident at Chester Racecourse.

One of Chester's most popular buskers is swapping the street for the stage this Christmas with two special concerts at Chester Town Hall.

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A brace from Jack Bainbridge earned Chester FC all three points on the road at Buxton this afternoon.

Flint RNLI’s annual firework display, held at Flint Castle on Friday 7th November, lit up the night sky in a spectacular event that brought the community together and raised vital funds to support the RNLI’s lifesaving work.

Chester FC are back in Enterprise National League North action this afternoon with a trip to Buxton.

This time next week, a courageous team from The Beyond Recovery Project, based in Ellesmere Port, will be heading to Morocco to take on a 100km trek across the Sahara Desert.

A man has been jailed after he was convicted of raping a woman at a restaurant in Frodsham.

A prolific shoplifter from Northwich, who regularly exploited vulnerable people across Chester, has been banned from the city’s centre for five years.

Officers investigating the theft of several post boxes across the Malpas area are appealing for information and witnesses.

Police are appealing for witnesses following a fail to stop collision in Chester.

Brio is celebrating national success after winning two major awards at this year’s ukactive Awards, including the top honour of Outstanding Organisation of the Year.

Leaders from across the public, private and third sectors came together earlier this week to explore how nature-based solutions, community spirit and innovation is helping West Cheshire become a net-zero borough and is building a greener, fairer future for all.

Soul Kitchen has been nominated in The BIG Christmas Giveback, a national competition that recognises the people and organisations making a positive impact on local communities, with £1500 in Chester Gift Cards as a possible prize.

Mobile phones will be locked away during the school day in every state high school in Cheshire, as part of a new initiative led by Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner Dan Price.

Flintshire Council’s Education, Youth & Culture Overview and Scrutiny Committee debated proposals to merge St Anthony’s in Saltney, St. David’s school in Mold, and St. Mary’s and St. Richard Gwyn Schools in Flint to form a “superschool” in Flint.

Funding has been secured to carry out carriageway resurfacing at B5444 Wrexham Street in Mold.

Flintshire County Council has informed residents that, due to operational disruptions experienced at the start of this year’s garden waste service and the recent transition to a three-weekly collection schedule, the 2025 Garden Waste Collection Services will be extended for a period of two weeks.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has again arranged a roadworks embargo for the Christmas period to keep the festive season running smoothly.

Families are invited to soak up an evening of sparkling fun in aid of a series of local charities as Chester Racecourse holds its annual Lord Mayor’s Fireworks Extravaganza.

The Royal College of Nursing Wales and the BMA Cymru Wales have jointly raised the alarm on patient safety for Welsh Government to eradicate corridor care.

Cheshire Military Museum, at Castle Square in Chester, has a new temporary exhibition looking at the war in Ukraine.

Two Ellesmere Port businesses persistently selling illegal vapes and tobacco products have been closed for three months today after Cheshire West and Chester Council used closure powers.

Flintshire County Council is seeking views from members of the public and local businesses on the future of public toilets at Holywell, Mold and Talacre.

A man who raped two women has been jailed for 16 years.

Several organisations in Ellesmere Port will benefit from a share of Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner's £150,000 community fund.

Several organisations in Chester will benefit from a share of Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner’s £150,000 community fund.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has announced it has completed its work to remove the chewing gum blighting local streets after receiving over £25,700 to tackle the issue earlier this year.

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The new Market within Chester Northgate has now welcomed over seven million customers since opening in November 2022.

Here are the weekend results from the Chester and Wirral Football League...

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A late equaliser from James Jones earned a point for the Blues, at the Deva Stadium this evening, against Marine.

A wanted man from Ellesmere Port has been arrested and charged in relation to a number of thefts across the area.

From 1st November until the end of February, Asda is offering people aged 60 and over the chance to enjoy soup, bread and unlimited tea or coffee for just £1 in any of Asda’s 212 cafes – this includes in-store cafés in North Wales.

Two Cheshire Constabulary officers have secured a potentially life-saving defibrillator to be kept in a policing vehicle thanks to the Police Innovation Fund, launched by the Police and Crime Commissioner.

Scammers are impersonating British Gas with fake emails tempting recipients to click a link to get a fake energy refund.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has welcomed news of funding for year three of the national Trees for Climate programme, which is playing a major part in increasing access to nature for communities across England.

Adoption Matters, children’s charity and one of the largest voluntary adoption agencies in the UK, welcomed children and families to their Open Garden and Teddy Bears’ Picnic on Sunday 21st August.

Here are the results of the Cheshire Women's Cricket League Finals Day.

Chester FC Women saw off Altrincham to get their league campaign off to a winning start on Sunday afternoon.

Taste Cheshire has announced the first ever Cheshire Cocktail Champion competition, in association with Three Wrens Gin, and Chester Food and Drink Month.

Officers are appealing for information following an assault in Chester City Centre.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is working with an electric vehicle infrastructure partner to create a trial to help taxi and private hire drivers explore the possibility of using electric vehicles for their business.

The Council is monitoring the situation at Cineworld who own the Picturehouse chain of cinemas in the UK.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is encouraging residents to share their views on its draft strategy for ensuring everyone aged fifty-five and over can live safely and age well within their local communities and own homes.

Detectives investigating a stabbing in Ellesmere Port have charged two men.

Chester fell to their first away defeat of the new season as they were edged out by the odd goal in five at The Bee Arena.

The Blues face newly-promoted Peterborough Sports this weekend, in game four of the National League North season.

Students in Cheshire West and Chester are celebrating A-level and other exam success this week.

Officers are appealing for information following a robbery in Chester.

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A proud day for parents and staff at The Queen’s School in Chester, as they congratulate students on their superb A-level results.

Students have been praised by leaders at the Chester Catholic High School for their "resilience" despite two of the "toughest years".

Two men who were arrested in connection with the theft of catalytic converters in Chester have now been jailed.

Officers from Cheshire Police have arrested three people in connection with an attempted murder.

The final Eaton Hall Gardens Charity Open Day of 2022 will take place at Grosvenor’s Eaton Estate near Chester on Sunday 28 August from 10.15am until 5pm in aid of KidsBank, which provides good quality new and pre-owned baby items to families in need.

A local charity, Citizens Advice Flintshire, is holding a fundraising event, raising money to provide free, confidential and impartial advice to the people of Flintshire.

Latest statement from Arriva, following a further improved offer and confirmation of strike action being suspended.

Chester’s unbeaten start came to an end despite a positive performance at the Deva against Hereford.

Chester BID are bringing the UK’s largest stegosaurus to the streets of Chester, complete with its own dino-babies.

The new musical will premiere at Storyhouse in Chester from 30th September to 15th October 2022.

The latest statement from Arriva, following the rejection result in the recent ballot by Unite and GMB union members.

The Blues will look to continue to build on a promising start to the campaign as Hereford make the trip to the Deva.

Residents of Ellesmere Port and beyond are invited to a celebration event to mark the fifth anniversary of a partnership which, amongst other achievements, has seen the development of Cheshire West and Chester’s first new council houses in thirty years.

Chester FC Women will host Northwich Vixens at the Deva Stadium on Wednesday 31st August.

National Highways’ project to upgrade the M56 in the North West is nearly complete.

Cheshire Constabulary fully supports the new Race Action Plan being put together by the National Police Chief’s Council (NPCC).

Detectives investigating the stabbing of a man in Ellesmere Port are appealing for information from members of the public.

Cheshire West and Chester Council’s Road Safety team has again arranged free training for families in the borough looking to take up cycling or improve their skills.

Dredging works will begin in Parkgate this week, which will include the installation of a new pond and drainage maintenance.

Ahead of another spectacular community fun day, to be held on Saturday September 17, Enbarr Foundation director Vicki Roskams and the ‘Guardians’ of the Grade II-listed John Summers Clock Tower in Deeside revealed big plans for the rest of the year.

Dozens of people have volunteered to take part in a community archaeological dig taking place in September on the Barnston Estate in Cheshire.

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Chester FC produced an excellent showing to see off Brackley in the sweltering sun.

Two men who were arrested in connection with the theft of a catalytic converter in Chester have now been charged with a number of offences.

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Chester FC return to the Deva Stadium, for the first time in 2022/23, with last season’s Play-Off Semi Finalists Brackley Town the opponents.

Vivo Care Choices’ Shared Lives service has maintained its good rating following another positive inspection by the Care Quality Commission.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has submitted two Petitions against the HS2 Phase 2b: High Speed Rail (Crewe – Manchester) Bill 2022 and an Additional Provision (AP1).

Officers are reminding motorists drive safely ahead of the hot weather this weekend.

Officers are appealing for information following criminal damage in Neston.

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This summer’s unmissable outdoor cinema movie extravaganza opens on location at Bolesworth in the heart of Cheshire from 19 to 21 August 2022.

Officers from Cheshire Police have arrested two men in connection with the theft of a catalytic converter in Chester.

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Cameras at Chester Zoo have captured the moment a rare giraffe arrives into the world.

The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has submitted plans for a new facility to replace its existing Women and Children’s Building.

Luna passed away in the arms of her owner, Sandra Davies, after suffering catastrophic wounds when, it appears, an air pistol was turned on her in Kent Road on the evening of July 18th.

Decision makers made aware of the economic value of a waterway.

‘Reclaiming’ is a new photo stories exhibition opening on 13 August at The Rainbow Tearooms (28 Bridge Street, Chester) plus the Chester Pride festival site on 13 and 14 August.

Community groups and local clubs in Cheshire are being urged to bid for a slice of a new £5,000 charity fund.

An extra date has been added for the production of an award-winning play currently being staged at The Live Rooms in Chester due to the demand for tickets.

Cheshire Police are working with Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service to warn residents not to be tempted to cool off in open water, unless with a supervised open water swimming club.

Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the House of Commons, has visited the “conservation powerhouse” Chester Zoo to learn more about preventing extinction, combatting deforestation, and protecting endangered species.

Three Merseyside men who stole more than £35,000 during a series of burglaries at retail stores across the North West have been jailed.

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Cheshire Police are continuing their crack down on offending motorists and criminals driving in Cheshire.

Transforming Lives 100-mile cycle ride ‘The Cheshire Dash 2022’ raised an incredible £60,000 in aid of local children’s cancer charity, The Joshua Tree.

Chester Pride returns to the city this weekend for the first time since 2019 when the poignant event will also be celebrating its tenth anniversary.

A group of up to 14 Jobs Growth Wales+ learners from Coleg Cambria spent six weeks at Greenfield Valley, a popular Flintshire heritage park which includes 70 acres of woodland, ancient monuments, and more than 2,000 years of history on site.

Chester FC was deeply disappointed in the actions of a minority of supporters, during Saturday’s game at Alfreton Town, who damaged the toilets within the away section of the Impact Arena.

Cheshire West and Chester Council’s Library Service is asking for views to shape the service provided by its Mobile Library.

Chester FC were forced to settle for an opening day point in an entertaining fixture at Alfreton Town.

Unfortunately, the current industrial action at Arriva North West is not resolved.

The Police and Crime Commissioner welcomed the Deafness Support Network (DSN) and North West Ambulance Service to the Force Control Centre at Police HQ.

The news that Marks and Spencer has joined Aldi in removing disposable barbecues from shelves in all its stores is welcomed by Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service.

Officers are appealing for information following a serious collision in Weaverham.

National Highways is paving the way for cutting carbon emissions at one of the country’s biggest oil refineries.

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Conservationists at Chester Zoo have welcomed a special new arrival – a critically endangered tiger, named Dash.

Fields in Trust has announced that voting has officially opened to decide the ‘UK’s Favourite Parks’, with the national charity calling upon the residents of Chester to support their local parks.

Northwich library is closing its doors to the public temporarily to allow for a structural investigation of the rear wall of the building.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has voted to adopt the UN Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities, supporting the council’s aim to ensure everyone can actively participate in their community.

A project is launching this summer to stop the spread of fake news and disinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine and make it easier to get vaccinated.

A man from Ellesmere Port has been jailed for dangerous driving following a police pursuit.

Cheshire West and Chester Trading Standards prosecuted Andrew Peter Twigg (36) of Twigg Tech Limited in Northwich and his company Twigg Tech Limited, after an undercover test purchase was made by investigators in relation to the sale of counterfeit Apple accessories sold online.

Officers at Ellesmere Port Local Policing Unit have organised activities to run over the summer holidays in a bid to reduce anti-social behaviour.

Entrants could follow in footsteps of Chester Zoo, which won Gold at Visit England Awards for Excellence this year.

Unfortunately, the current industrial action at Arriva North West is not resolved.

Cheshire West and Chester Council continues to target fly-tipping in the borough and has achieved another successful prosecution.

Police in Chester are appealing to members of the public to help locate a man they are looking to speak to for failing to appear at court.

Proud supporters of a park facility have been celebrating receiving a much-coveted environmental award for a decade.

Ellesmere Port is the latest area to benefit from new solar-powered litter bins with increased capacity meaning fewer bins are needed on the streets.

Councillor Louise Gittins, Leader of Cheshire West and Chester Council, has passed on her congratulations to England Women for its success at Euro 2022.

This summer, children across Cheshire can enjoy free, creative drop-ins, films and storytelling thanks to West Cheshire Museums.

The Tatton Park Pop Up Festival is set to finish with a bang, with an exciting final weekend line up culminating in a live orchestral Proms night featuring singalong classics such as ‘Land of Hope and Glory’ and ‘Rule Britannia’

Chester concluded their pre-season preparations with a draw at Hyde United this afternoon.

Manchester Airport has provided an update on its recovery ahead of the start of the peak summer season.

Chester conclude their pre-season schedule with a trip to Hyde United.

Lord Patrick McLoughlin, Chair of Transport for the North (TfN) and Martin Tugwell, Chief Executive of TfN met leaders of Cheshire West and Chester Council this week in Chester.

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Operation Powdered will be running throughout the summer as part of Cheshire Constabulary’s continued efforts to tackle drug related crime and child criminal exploitation.

Operation Nottingham has continued this week, officers from Cheshire West and Chester Council have seized more illegal tobacco and cigarettes during the operation to stop traders selling counterfeit or contraband products.

An Ellesmere Port man is to take on the London Marathon and host a fantastic local event in memory of his ‘incredibly inspiring’ younger brother.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is supporting Keep Britain Tidy’s Love Parks Week 2022 starting on Friday.

Residents in Cheshire West and Chester can keep track of the amount of alcohol they are drinking to stay healthier this summer and beyond.

Unfortunately the current industrial action at Arriva North West is not resolved.

Officers across Cheshire raised awareness for Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) in a week of action which ran from Monday 18 July to Friday 22 July.

On 10 August 2022, the doors of the new theatre and cultural centre in Whitby Park, Ellesmere Port will open after a £2.8M development, funded by Cheshire West and Chester Council and Arts Council England.

A young man who suffered brain damage as a child has raised nearly £2,000 for a Chester-based children’s disability charity.

Chester recorded a third victory in the space of seven days as they defeated Atherton Collieries at the Deva.

Chester’s final home pre-season friendly brings Atherton Collieries to the Deva Stadium.

This week, Keep Britain Tidy presented Cheshire West and Chester Council with nine national Green Flag awards for its parks and green spaces, topping last year’s total of eight.

Cheshire West and Chester Council recently welcomed Lyn Romeo, England’s Chief Social Worker for Adults, to the borough and showcased the range of support provided by social workers and other professionals to help people enjoy happy and healthy lives.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is now able to confirm the start date for the St Oswald’s Church wall repairs on Church Street, Malpas will be Monday 15 August.

The curtain is set to rise in Chester on a production of an award-winning play which brings a taste of life in a small, rural, Irish village to the stage, with all not quite as it as first seems.

Detectives investigating serious and organised crime in Ellesmere Port have charged three men.

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire has welcomed the news that his latest bids for a total of £1.5 million from the Government’s Safer Streets Fund have been successful.

One of Chester's top choirs has been honoured by Her Majesty The Queen as it celebrated a major milestone with a gala concert at Chester Cathedral.

Kurt Willoughby scored the winner for the second successive pre-season encounter as the Blues defeated Runcorn Linnets.

Chester FC's fifth friendly of July takes the Blues to Runcorn Linnets.

The leaders of Cheshire Constabulary have marked the 20th anniversary of the introduction of Police Community Support Officers to UK policing by thanking the force’s PCSOs for all that they have done – and continue to do – to make the county an even safer place to live, work and visit.

Cheshire West and Chester Council are developing a Heritage Strategy and are asking for help. The Council has commissioned Heritage Lincolnshire to ask people across the borough what they value from the past and how it might be safeguarded for the future.

Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire, John Dwyer, was joined by local police officers, police community support officer’s (PCSOs) for the annual Disability Awareness Day event at Warrington’s Walton Hall and Gardens.