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Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service is supporting Road Safety GB by encouraging all road users to do their bit to reduce the strain on the emergency services, in the coming weeks and months, by taking extra care every time they travel.

Action Fraud have received reports of #COVID19 related scams. The majority relate to the online sale of protective items such as facemasks and other items in short supply due to the outbreak, that don't exist..

As a result of the national emergency measures announced by the Prime Minister earlier this week and an increasing number of station, depot and onboard staff self-isolating due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a number of changes have been made to the timetable for this Sunday (29 March 2020).

The Prime Minister will write to every UK household to urge them to stay at home, protect the NHS and save lives.

Businesses in west Cheshire are being offered a range of support to help them through the Coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak.

They released their first ever online concert on youtube last night: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odoMlHOtKNg&feature=youtu.be It was in aid of the Covid-19 Solidarity Response Fund.

The people of Cheshire are being urged to help play their part in keeping the nation safe by following new rules introduced to tackle the coronavirus crisis.

The people of Cheshire are being urged to help play their part in keeping the nation safe by following new rules introduced to tackle the coronavirus crisis.

Cheshire West and Chester Council’s Community Response Fund has been set up to support community initiatives through this unprecedented time.

The University of Chester stands ready to open its excellent new simulation facilities at its Riverside Campus to assist in preparing nurses and other frontline health and social care staff at a time of exceptional demand due to coronavirus.

Parks and open spaces across west Cheshire remain open for residents to take daily permitted exercise but they must observe social distancing, avoid meeting in groups, avoid touching surfaces and wash their hands when back home.

Following our recent advice on the current increase in scams, fake news is also raising its head.

Cheshire West and Chester Council and its partners HM Martins have today (Friday) taken the decision to close all household waste recycling centres in the borough until further notice.

Northern has announced amended timetables designed to keep key workers on the move through the second week of lock-down in the north of England.

Local mental health and community NHS trust, Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) is encouraging people to look after their well-being, and the well-being of others, during the COVID-19 pandemic.

With the clocks set to go forward this weekend, Cheshire Police is urging residents to spring into action to protect themselves from becoming a victim of crime.

The cash is being administered by regeneration agency Cadwyn Clwyd who are appealing to local organisations to come forward and share in funds worth up to £3,000 each.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is supporting health care workers, social care workers, NHS volunteers and other key workers responding to and providing essential services to tackle the Coronavirus crisis by providing free parking in all Council owned car parks.

Free Parking at Linenhall available for Key Workers in Chester

Residents are advised to be extra aware of criminals capitalising on the coronavirus pandemic by scamming the public.

The Council’s housing management provider ForHousing will only be carrying out emergency and urgent housing repairs for the foreseeable future.

Whilst restaurants and cafes remain closed to help enforce social distancing regulations, they are still able to provide a takeaway service.

As Northern continues to respond to the coronavirus outbreaks, a number of new measures have been introduced today (Thursday) to help protect passengers and staff.

NHS staff will not have to pay hospital car parking charges during the coronavirus crisis, the Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said. The announcement came after mounting public pressure, with over 400,000 people signing a Change.org petition for the fees to be scrapped.

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service is supporting Road Safety GB by encouraging all road users to do their bit to reduce the strain on the emergency services, in the coming weeks and months, by taking extra care every time they travel. #takextracare

Iconic landmarks in Chester will be illuminated in a blue to show support for all NHS staff and key workers during the current Coronavirus outbreak, with the help of Cheshire West and Chester Council’s Street Lighting team.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has made some changes to its Registration Service as a result of the current Coronavirus outbreak.

Working from home can impact communication and leave employees feeling disconnected and unsure about their role but there are a number of ways to overcome these difficulties,

Following the unprecedented volume of visitors last weekend at popular sites in Snowdonia, the National Park Authority and Gwynedd Council will today close the areas busiest mountains with the help of emergency Welsh Government legislation.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has secured £2.4 million to help reduce council tax bills for vulnerable residents.

The charity Bridge Community Farm in Ellesmere Port is working flat out to meet the demands of people affected by the Coronavirus pandemic.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has confirmed that all Council run markets in the borough are currently open, in line with government guidance, only for the purchase of essential food, groceries and pet food.

It is a challenging time as we all adapt to the developing situation relating to COVID-19 but, rest assured, we are continuing to work hard to ensure both your safety and minimal impact on our services.

Cars, motorcycles and vans to be granted MoT exemption. This will allow people to carry on with essential travel. Vehicles must be kept in roadworthy condition

This is an unprecedented time for all of us and I appreciate that this will continue to cause concern amongst our communities in Cheshire.

Following the Government’s announcement last night Cheshire West and Chester Council has closed all its play areas.

The National Express timetable will be reduced as of Tuesday 24 March after which it will run a limited network of coach services.

Royal Mail are working hard to deliver mail to every part of the UK. Mail is still scheduled to be collected and delivered as normal. This is a fast-moving situation and local service levels may at times be impacted by local absences.

North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner Arfon Jones is concerned there could be an increase in domestic violence as families are thrown together by work closures and business shutdowns.

Residents across Cheshire are being urged to be vigilant following an emerging national trend of fraudsters taking advantage of the current Coronavirus pandemic.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has set up a Community Fund worth £250,000 to help local people and causes as west Cheshire aims to fight COVID-19 together.

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The delightful duo arrived to seven-year-old mum Fiona following 135-day-long pregnancy and have been clinging tightly to her ever since.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is responding to a national call to action for the next stage of the response to Coronavirus.

Any resident who requires help and support getting back into employment as a result of the ongoing Coronavirus situation, please contact Cheshire West and Chester Council's Work Zone team for advice and support.

Mark Tami MP has praised local support for the Welsh Blood Service after people who are able to have rallied to give blood to help our health service.

A 31-year-old man from Chester has been jailed after carrying out a robbery just days after receiving a suspended prison sentence.

Northern has released details of its Key Worker timetables – designed to keep those people on the move in the north during the current coronavirus pandemic.

Any resident who requires help and support getting back into employment as a result of the ongoing Coronavirus situation, please contact Cheshire West and Chester Council's Work Zone team for advice and support.

Residents across Cheshire are being urged to be vigilant following an emerging national trend of fraudsters taking advantage of the current Coronavirus pandemic.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is responding to a national call to action for the next stage of the response to Coronavirus.

Waitrose shoppers have helped raise almost £300 for Chester-based charity Children Today, through the store’s Waitrose & Partners Community Matters scheme.

With the schools closed for the foreseeable future and parents seeking to fill their children’s time at home, British Transport Police is urging parents and carers to speak to their children and loved ones about the dangers posed by the railway and the importance of staying off the track.

Teams at the Countess of Chester Hospital have been boosted by strong support from the local community.

Following the busiest visitor weekend in living memory in Snowdonia, the National Park Authority will today take further measures to protect rural communities and vital services from the spread of the Coronavirus.

The Countess of Chester Hospital is making changes with immediate effect to prepare for, deal with and adapt to the unprecedented challenges facing us as we manage our response to Covid-19.

For 17 years, Cheshire based BusyBus has been delighting passengers on sightseeing tour adventures from Liverpool, Chester and Manchester, to destinations such as the Lake District, North Wales and Yorkshire. The company has been one of the first wave of casualties to feel the recent burn of Coronaviras, COVID-19.

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Senior care worker Laura gives insight into life on the frontline in a nursing home during Coronavirus crisis.

North Wales-based Pario Leisure Group has today handed over its two holiday parks and more than 250 beds to the NHS.

A message from Darren Martland, Chief Constable of Cheshire.

Following Government advice on social distancing, Chester Zoo will close its gates to visitors for the foreseeable future, from 4.30pm today, Saturday 21 March.

From Monday 23 March 2020 the Park and Ride will operate to a Saturday timetable (8am to 7pm) on all days except Sundays, when the Sunday timetable will continue to apply.

NCP is offering free parking to NHS front line staff to enable them to get to work when transport networks are offering limited services.

The Cheshire Farmers Market, due to take place in Chester Town Hall Square tomorrow, has been cancelled.

Following the announcement by the Education Secretary on Wednesday all schools, nurseries and sixth form colleges in West Cheshire have closed for educational purposes at the end of today until further notice as part of the country’s ongoing response to coronavirus.

Covid-19 represents a huge and unprecedented challenge to us all, and I know that many of you will be concerned about what it means for you and those close to you.

Boris Johnson has ordered cafes, pubs, bars, restaurants and gyms to close from tonight in a bid to stop the spread of coronavirus.

In the light of the Government's latest advice and recommendations, as well as planned school closures, the frequency of some local bus services will be reduced and kept under review to ensure they are being delivered to best effect where they are needed most.

Like all airports across the world, Manchester Airport has experienced a significant fall in passenger volumes as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. Given this reduction in departing and arriving flights, and the likelihood traffic will decline further, we have taken the decision to work towards operating from a single terminal.

All West Cheshire Museums will be temporarily closed to the public from 5pm today Friday 20 March until further notice, following advice from Public Health England.

The Council has ramped up its work to support local businesses and residents, and respond to the impact of COVID-19 on the local economy.

Five people have been sentenced after indiscriminately assaulting strangers in an incident in Frodsham town centre that left two men with serious facial injuries.

Residents across Cheshire are being urged to be vigilant following an emerging national trend of fraudsters taking advantage of the current Coronavirus pandemic.

Upon careful consideration, The Cheshire Agricultural Society has unfortunately taken the decision to cancel this year’s Royal Cheshire County Show, held on Tuesday 16th and Wednesday 17th June 2020 at Clay House Farm, Knutsford.

From Wednesday 25 March, our Chef Brigade and kitchen facilities will be offering support to the frontline workers dealing directly with the COVID-19 crisis, by way of offering NHS workers and emergency services staff a free ready-cooked frozen meal.

National Express is advising passengers to check online before they travel as it introduces an extensive reduction to its timetable with effect from 00:01 Tuesday 24 March 2020.

Recently the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau (NFIB) reported a new trend in fraud related to Coronavirus, or COVID-19.

Water company United Utilities is stepping up actions to support its customers during the ‘unprecedented’ impact of coronavirus Covid-19 on North West families and businesses.

As the coronavirus takes crowds away from the high street, KingKabs and sister firm Abbey Taxis will offer a delivery service from restaurants and retail to try and keep the high street going

Government and rail operators across the UK agree reductions in service levels following reduced passenger demand, as people change their travel patterns to help tackle spread of COVID-19.

As communities across west Cheshire respond to a new phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, Cheshire West and Chester Council is responding with some changes to its services and facilities.

All libraries, Council-managed community centres, public conveniences and ranger huts or pavilions in our parks will be temporarily closed to the public at 5pm on Friday 20 March 2020 until further notice, following advice from Public Health England.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has today issued important advice to residents on how everyone can work together to reduce the spread of Coronavirus and maintain household waste collections.

The market is held on the third Saturday of the month outside Chester Town Hall. There were fears that with the current situation that it would not go ahead. However, organisers have confirmed that the popular event will be taking place as planned this Saturday.

Cheshire Community Foundation has set up a fund to help charitable groups support vulnerable people affected by Coronavirus (COVID-19).

In these unprecedented times, The Grange School students showed true spirit to ensure their production of ‘The Great Gatsby’ could take place.

Chester’s local Labour MP, Chris Matheson, is calling on the government to address the gap in free school meal funding, by encouraging schools to roll over unused free school meals allowance.

Detectives are appealing for witnesses following a burglary at a hotel in Frodsham.

Chester Race Company Launch Foodbank Drop Off Point and Donate £1000 of food as part of Coordinated Community Response to COVID-19

It's the team from Brio Leisure here. We know the world's a bit of a crazy place at the moment, so we thought we owed it to our customers to get in touch and just talk through where we’re at regarding COVID-19 and its impact on our services.

Chief executive praises staff and volunteers for their dedication to animals.

Cheshire Constabulary will be supporting a national campaign next week to take knives off the streets and educate people about the dangers of carrying weapons.

In light of the government's latest advice and recommendations, as well as planned school closures, we can confirm as of Monday 23rd March, we will have to reduce the frequency of some services in the local area.

Chris Matheson, Member of Parliament for the City of Chester, has joined a growing number of people and organisations in the coordinated community response to tackle the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on local communities in Cheshire West and Chester.

Following government advice in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Merseyrail services will be running every 30 minutes, on all lines, from the start of service on Thursday 19 March.

On Friday 13 March, talented students at Abbey Gate College raised £1,250 for Crossroads Together, a registered charity dedicated to providing information, advice and practical support to unpaid carers of all ages and the people they care for.

Cheshire West and Chester Council, Cheshire West Voluntary Action (CWVA) and the voluntary and community sector are all working closely together to provide an opportunity for residents to volunteer in the fight against COVID-19.

A 16-year-old Wirral girl is training for her first triathlon to raise money for Claire House.

Detectives investigating an arson attack in Ellesmere Port are appealing for information and footage from members of the public.

Following the Government’s announcement on Monday, Liverpool’s Royal Court will be rescheduling all performances between now and 5 June.

A police boss is warning people in North Wales to beware of heartless scammers using the coronavirus pandemic to prey on the vulnerable.

Shoppers looking for loo roll alternatives during the Coronavirus situation are being warned to think twice before flushing them away after use.

The Chester City Passion was due to take place on the 10th April 2020, but given the growing concerns around COVID-19 they’ve made the difficult decision to cancel it.

The Trustees of Bunbury Mill have decided, with great regret, that all public access to the mill site must be terminated with immediate effect and until further notice.

Residents and visitors will be able to continue to walk on the City Walls in Chester this summer and for the duration of the time it takes to repair the collapsed section as plans become finalised.

Cheshire West and Chester Council and the campaign group for safety on the A540, Action45Zero, are working together on design options for major road improvements.

Detectives investigating a burglary in Neston have released CCTV footage of a man they are looking to trace.

The owner of the site, Groupe PSA, has announced that the plant will shut temporarily until March 27 due to the coronavirus pandemic.

For the latest details about the Northgate project, a drop-in event is being held on 25 March at Chester Town Hall between 4pm and 8pm for residents and businesses.

Organisers of the Taste Cheshire Food and Drink Festival have taken the difficult decision to postpone this year’s Easter event.

A man has been charged with murder and threatening a person with a bladed article in a public place following an incident in Ellesmere Port.

Following on from our statement on Friday regarding the postponement of the Boston United match, we still firmly believe that this was the correct decision to make given the current climate of uncertainty around the Coronavirus.

Residents and businesses in Chester will see their online experience improve massively with the news that the city is to get full fibre broadband.

This morning the Police were called to St John the Baptist Chester following the discovery of mindless vandalism by graffiti on a Grade I Listed Church and a Scheduled Ancient Monument.

Cheshire West and Chester Council’s Director of Public, Ian Ashworth said: “It’s with sadness that we and our health partners today confirm that a man with COVID-19, who was being cared for at The Countess of Chester Hospital, has died.

Chester Football Club confirm that tomorrow’s scheduled fixture at home to Boston United has now been postponed.

Three cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been recorded for the first time in Cheshire West and Chester.

A serving police officer is marking his 30th birthday in a unique way – by undertaking 30 different challenges for charity.

Overnight road closures will be needed on some major routes to enable Cheshire West and Chester Council’s Highways team carry out resurfacing works.

The second West Cheshire Poverty Truth Commission (WCPTC) is coming to an end with the closing event highlighting the success and achievements over the last 18 months.

The Respite service at Dorin Court, run by Cheshire West and Chester Council's company Vivo Care Choices, has become Makaton friendly to make it as easy as possible for people using the service to communicate with staff.

Firefighters were called to a report of a farmer's tractor being on fire in Lodge Lane, Saughall.

Fire crews attended a collision involving two cars in Civic Way, Ellesmere Port.

Officers investigating a serious collision on A550 near to Two Mills are renewing an appeal for witnesses to come forward.

The dewinter Agency is celebrating its 30th birthday – and helping local causes at the same time.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is supporting an upcoming event by Eco Communities to highlight the environmental impact of ‘fast fashion’.

Eva is a local girl who goes to the Rofft School and has been diagnosed with an incurable condition DIPG. Her parents are raising money to send her for clinical trials in the USA which may succeed or at least buy some time.

A group of tropical snails, believed to be extinct for more than 15 years, have been released back to the wild by conservationists at Chester Zoo.

A new economic network, led by Chester’s top attractions, launched ‘Destination Chester’ with the aim of driving tourism in and around Chester through closer collaboration and a bold vision.

The U16 hockey team at The Queen’s School in Chester is once again celebrating being crowned the National Tier 2 Champions for the second consecutive year.

Perpetrators of serious crimes such as stalking, domestic abuse and exploitation will soon be offered intervention to address their behaviour under a new programme funded by Cheshire’s police and crime commissioner.

A police boss has launched a new crusade against con artists who are targeting lonely men and women in cruel romance scams.

The MP for the City of Chester, Chris Matheson, has urged the Prime Minister to take a strong stance at the United Nations conference, to fight for the crucial Oceans Treaty.

Officers investigating thefts from vans and sheds in Ellesmere Port are urging residents to be vigilant.

Eleven year-old Grace Millington, from Chester, has won a national writing competition for her modern-day take on the Gingerbread Man as part of Pearson’s My Twist on a Tale.

The Daniel Adamson is a 1903 Steamship with a crew of over 75 dedicated volunteers, who are from areas all over Cheshire and Merseyside.

As part of the redevelopment plans for Ellesmere Port, a new bus zone will be created along Civic Way.

Innovative lessons reduce accident rates for newly qualified drivers by more than a half, by giving youngsters the chance to get behind the wheel of a real car.

A police boss in North Wales says that securing funding for an extra 167 Tasers will help protect frontline officers as well as the public.

Emergency work to secure a landslip hit section of the West Coast main line near Warrington has successfully reopened the railway for passengers a day ahead of schedule.

The Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service Choir has been selected to take part in the Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate war memorial in Belgium this Sunday, March 8th.

A brand new and exciting season of live performance, including theatre, music and family shows will visit Cheshire’s rural venues this spring.

Tree planting days in the Countess of Chester Country Park have always been great fun and very popular.

Emergency repairs will continue tonight to shore up a railway embankment on the West Coast main line near Warrington.

Detectives are appealing for witnesses to come forward a following an armed robbery in Chester.

Every flat in all of the Council’s tower blocks has been fitted with a sprinkler ensuring residents can sleep soundly.

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After weeks of demolition work, the old Chester Fire Station is no more, with space now being cleared to bring a brand-new facility to the existing site.

A burglar who repeatedly terrorised a pensioner at his home in Chester has been sent to prison for 5 years.

Doing your own laundry has been voted the third worst thing about leaving home, trumped only by cleaning and cooking.

Cheshire West and Chester Council’s libraries will be swapping thousands of new books in return for book tokens for World Book Day on Saturday 7 March.

Chester Indoor Market is celebrating again this week after being named the overall winner in the annual ‘The Good The Bad and the Ugly’ awards from Chester Civic Trust.

Rail passengers are being warned of major disruption after Storm Jorge caused a landslip on the West Coast main line near Warrington.

Firefighters in Cheshire are hoping to swap buckets of water for buckets of cash.

Be extra vigilant and keep an eye on elderly neighbours.

Detectives have charged 12 people in Ellesmere Port with drug offences, following an operation targeting organised crime.

Cheshire West and Chester Council currently provide over 100,000 Community Transport journeys a year for approximately 800 residents.

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Chester’s MP, Chris Matheson, has called on the Government to urgently bring forward the Domestic Abuse Bill.

On-street parking charges at three locations in Chester are due to begin from Wednesday, 6 May 2020 to ensure spaces are available for those visiting local shops, bars and restaurants.

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 Remarkable video footage shows the moment a rare Asian elephant calf is born

A Merseyside criminal who left a man with lifelong injuries, after robbing him at his home in Ellesmere Port, has been jailed for 12 years.

Officers investigating a theft from a shop in Chester have released a CCTV image of two men who may be able to help with their enquiries.

After completing their family with a baby boy, Iain and Andrew are encouraging other same sex couples to look into adoption this LGBT+ Adoption and Fostering Week (2 - 8 March).

Five men have been charged with class B drugs offences after police carried out a series of dawn raids at homes in Chester, Merseyside and North Wales.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is to use new mobile surveillance equipment to tackle fly-tipping in the borough.

Dawn raids have been carried out at homes in Chester, Merseyside and North Wales this morning as part of Cheshire Constabulary’s ongoing fight against those involved in the production and supply of illegal dealing.

Volunteers like Pauline Holden welcome thousands of visitors to Chester Zoo each year – and help spread the important message about sustainable palm oil at the same time.

The Council has agreed to apply a small rental increase for its social housing stock in line with new government guidelines.

Firefighters investigating a large fire at a 19th century mansion in Tilstone have confirmed the cause of the fire.

Officers are appealing for witnesses to come forward following a serious collision on A550 near to Two Mills.

Police investigating criminal damage outside a court in Chester have released CCTV images of a man they would like to speak to.

Cheshire Constabulary is asking the public to help the force trace a 46-year-old man from Chester who is wanted for failing to appear at court.

Chris Matheson has commended the Royal Marines for their work in the Arctic Circle.

Detectives are appealing for information from the public following a burglary in Ashton Hayes.

In order to carry out repairs to the sandstone wall and road edge Cheshire West and Chester Council will need to close the A41 overnight at Milton Green.

Toddlers from Chester have been taking part in classes aimed at supporting their health and wellbeing.

 A man from Chester has been charged following a robbery in the city.

Firefighters were called to a report of a fire involving a Renault Kangoo van in Blacon.

Appeal after 71-year-old man sustains head injuries during Chester robbery

Vehicle on fire on Princes Road in Ellesmere Port.

Appeal after man is left with injuries during robbery in Neston

The many ways in which University of Chester students volunteer and support their local community have been celebrated.

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Amazing ‘nest cam’ footage shows first rare hornbill chicks to in the UK for 13 years.

Detectives investigating a burglary in Vicars Cross are appealing for information.

Support from all sectors at borough’s first Climate Emergency conference.

The Met Office have issued a Yellow Weather Warning for North Wales this afternoon:

Moneysupermarket CEO Lewis to step down.

Arriva Rail North (Northern) has now introduced 75% of its brand new trains into customer service.

Government funding helping companies like Essar move to a low carbon future.

The University of Chester’s Business School has been shortlisted for a major higher education award - the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards Business School of the Year.

Flooding is possible - be prepared!

Whirlpool is recalling certain models of washing machines sold since 2014.

Six men from Wirral, who burgled houses and businesses, have been jailed for a total of more than 30 years.

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service is asking people to make sure they fit smoke alarms.

It's back! Cheshire Firefighter Challenge 2020

Tree stumps to be removed from Civic Way car park next weekend.

Stay safe when cooking this half term.

Blacon man wanted for failing to appear at court.

People with learning disabilities are helping to create a greener environment.

Work has begun to make damaged city wall safe for rebuild

Chester Targets New Tour Guides Intake

Chester’s One City Plan - Proud of the past now and building for the future.

Detectives have charged a man with a firearm offence in-connection with an incident in Ellesmere Port.

Police are appealing for information following suspicious activity in Kelsal

At around 6.25am today, Tuesday 12 November, officers were called to reports of a collision on the A55 westbound, near to the junction of the A483 Wrexham Road.

The Mayor of Ellesmere Port will be helped by Father Christmas and the Queen of Light puppet on Thursday 14 November to switch on the Christmas lights in Ellesmere Port from 4pm until 6pm

Detectives from Ellesmere Port are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a burglary in Great Sutton.

A pair of endangered red panda cubs at Chester Zoo have been spotted emerging from their den for the first time.

Works to upgrade the traffic lights at the junction outside the Countess of Chester Hospital will begin on Monday 28 October.

A pride of Asiatic lions – the world’s rarest lion species – have taken their first steps into a specially-created new home at Chester Zoo.

Police investigating a fatal collision in Chester are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

The group that had been occupying Hamilton House left peacefully last night within the 24-hour notice period of the Interim Possession Order (IPO) being served.

Detectives investigating an attempted robbery at a shop in Ellesmere Port are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

Police in Chester have charged a 61-year-old man with attempted murder.

Detectives investigating a violent incident in Chester are appealing for information and footage from members of the public.

An intensive four year project to revive and rebrand the Rows in Chester has moved a step closer after it became one of Historic England’s High Street Heritage Action Zones.

Rare ‘meat-eating’ plants, missing from North West England for more than 100 years, are making a comeback in Manchester.

Officers are urging witnesses to come forward after a woman was sexually assaulted by a stranger in Chester.

Detectives are appealing for information from the public after a man was stabbed during an altercation in Ellesmere Port.

Twin red panda cubs - born to mum Nima and dad Koda - are the newest additions at Chester Zoo

Owners of illegal firearms in Cheshire handed in a total of 59 weapons during a two-week surrender.

A man who fled from a collision in Elton which killed his wife has been sentenced to three years and six months in prison.

Officers from Ellesmere Port CID are appealing for information after a man was assaulted with a machete. 

Two men who used a restaurant in Chester as a base to run their drug deals have been sentenced.

A fake taxi driver who sexually assaulted a woman on her way home from Chester has been jailed.

The calf, which has been revealed as a boy, arrived to proud parents Margery (7) and Betong (6) on Thursday morning (18 July).

Two mischievous meerkat pups have emerged and taken their first outside steps at Chester Zoo.

The National League North fixtures have been released this lunchtime ahead of the new season that starts on Saturday 3rd August.

Detectives in Ellesmere Port are urging residents to remain vigilant following reports a man exposed himself at Rivacre Park.

Five endangered Eastern black rhinos successfully translocated to Rwanda

Patrols in Chester have been stepped up after a 14-year-old boy was seriously assaulted in the Handbridge area of the city.

A gang of men from Ellesmere Port who flooded the town’s streets with class A drugs have been jailed for a total of more than 20 years.

Shortly after 6am on 6 June the body of a man was discovered in the River Dee.

A man who was involved in a serious collision Chester city centre in April has sadly passed away.

On Monday 10 June a healthcare professional was re-arrested on suspicion of murder in relation to the deaths of eight babies and the attempted murder of six babies

Update statement regarding the ongoing investigation into a number of baby deaths and non-fatal collapses at the neonatal unit at The Countess of Chester Hospital.

Plans to rebuild Chester Fire Station have been approved by the planning committee at Cheshire West & Chester Council.

A man who was caught dealing class A drugs in Chester city centre has been jailed for more than six years.

A 29-year-old man who groomed and raped a teenage girl over a three-year period has been jailed for 20 years.

Detectives investigating two burglary incidents in rural west Cheshire are appealing for information and footage from members of the public.

A 20-year-old man from Ellesmere Port has been jailed for class A and B drug offences.

Officers are appealing to the public to help identify two women following reports of a suspicious incident in Ellesmere Port.

A one-week-old giraffe calf, born at Chester Zoo, has ventured outside to play for the first time.

Detectives are appealing for witnesses to come forward following an overnight arson attack at an occupied house in Ellesmere Port.

Chester is gearing up for a busy May, which will see the city play host to events including race meetings, a half marathon, farmers market and an archaeological dig - welcoming thousands of visitors.

A 27-year-old man from Chester has been jailed having been found guilty of raping and sexually assaulting a woman from the city.

Detectives investigating a burglary in Neston are appealing for information and footage from the public.

Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a pedestrian was left with life threatening injuries following a collision in Chester.

A man, who is wanted in connection with the brutal murder of a father at a farm in Cheshire, is now one of Europe’s most wanted.

Nine people have been charged with class A drug dealing offences after police carried out a series of dawn raids at homes in Chester and Merseyside

Officers investigating a serious assault in Chester city centre have charged a man in relation to the incident.

Keepers at Chester Zoo are celebrating the birth of the zoo’s first dusky pademelon – a rare ‘miniature kangaroo’ from Indonesia.

A 23-year-old man found in Chester in possession of class A and B drugs has been jailed

Detectives investigating an assault in Chester are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

Five endangered ring-tailed lemur babies - including two sets of twins - and the zoo’s first ever baby black lemur, are the latest arrivals being celebrated by conservationists at the zoo.

Detectives are urging witnesses to come forward following a robbery and assault in Chester.

Fundraising firefighters in Chester are hoping to swap buckets of water for buckets of cash.

A 40-year-old man from Barnet has been charged with a series of offences following a vehicle stop in Chester.

Detectives are urging witnesses to come forward after a man was assaulted in Frodsham.

Police have closed down a flat that has blighted a community in Chester city centre with persistent drug use and anti-social behaviour.

New plans and images by AHR Architects go on display for Chester Northgate from Thursday 28 March in Unit 7 at the Forum Shopping Centre.

Polling cards for the local council election on 2 May are now arriving at homes across the borough.

A two-week-old giraffe calf has stepped outside for the very first time at Chester Zoo.

The charitable arm of Chester FC is collaborating with Cheshire West & Chester Council on plans to develop King George V playing fields in Blacon.

Work started in February to transform the Hoole Way Sunken Garden.

Detectives are urging Cheshire residents to be vigilant after an elderly woman was scammed out of a large quantity of money.

Detectives from Chester CID are urging witnesses to come forward after a 12-year-old was assaulted during a robbery in Saltney.

An Ellesmere Port woman has been ordered to pay a total of £1,062.50 after being prosecuted for fly tipping by Cheshire West and Chester Council.

Chester has been named the world’s first Sustainable Palm Oil City.

A sports and fitness centre in Ellesmere Port has been given a revamp by young people, as part of a Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service-led Prince’s Trust Programme.

Zookeepers at Chester Zoo have released CCTV footage showing the incredible birth of an endangered Rothschild’s giraffe – as well as his adorable first steps.

A scheme to improve traffic flow and safety on the A49-A51 junction near Tarporley (known locally as the Red Fox) will begin on Monday, 11 March.

A chef who poured boiling hot oil over a co-worker during an argument has been jailed for nine years.

A Manchester man has been ordered to pay a total of £2,683 after being prosecuted for fly-tipping by Cheshire West and Chester Council.

Social workers are being invited to find out about the benefits of working for Cheshire West and Chester Council Children's Services

The drop in sessions hosted by Cheshire West and Chester Council and Chester Zoo attracted over 120 people.

Detectives investigating an aggravated burglary in Ellesmere Port are appealing for information and footage from the public.

Two critically endangered radiated tortoises have hatched at Chester Zoo.

Cheshire’s Police Youth Engagement Officers launched a project in January, inviting high school and college age students to make a short video or radio advert that will spread the word to other young people about knives, the dangers they pose and the consequences of carrying a knife.

Darren Martland has been confirmed as Cheshire Constabulary’s new chief constable following a confirmation hearing by Cheshire’s police and crime panel.

Cheshire’s police and crime commissioner has reaffirmed his commitment to invest in neighbourhood policing by funding an additional 43 frontline police officers and seven PCSOs over the next year

Cheshire’s police and crime commissioner David Keane has released details of the meeting to discuss the policing of fox hunting in Cheshire.

Cheshire’s police and crime commissioner has announced that Darren Martland has been chosen as his preferred candidate to take up the position of Cheshire’s chief constable.

Allegations of gross misconduct against Simon Byrne, the former chief of Cheshire Police, have been dismissed.

A large quantity of class A drugs with an estimated street value of around £20 million has been seized in Cheshire.

Dog thefts in Cheshire have declined in the past twelve months, despite a national increase in the number of dogs been snatched from their owners.