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Children and families across Cheshire are set to benefit from a major new approach to family justice designed to reduce delays, improve support for victims of domestic abuse, and ensure children's voices are heard throughout court proceedings.

People across Cheshire West and Chester are being encouraged to join this year's Stoptober campaign and make October the month they quit smoking for good.

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Residents, visitors and park users are being invited to help shape the future of Whitby Park by taking part in a new survey that will inform a long-term masterplan for the popular Ellesmere Port green space.

With Halloween just around the corner, a Wrexham-based community theatre company is set to return to the stage with a production of a quirky horror comedy musical.

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A brace from Ruben Butt on his full Chester FC debut earned progression to the Emirates FA Cup Third Qualifying Round.

Residents across Cheshire West and Chester are being encouraged to support fairer pay for farmers and workers around the world as the borough marks Fairtrade Fortnight 2026.

Two men who used snapchat to deal cannabis on a commercial scale in Chester have been sentenced.

Police officers investigating a collision in Chester are appealing for information and witnesses.

Tattenhall parents warn of “catastrophic tragedy”, as school transport cuts leave 11-year-olds stranded and standing on dangerous A41 route

Cheshire Constabulary will be deploying Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology in Chester city centre.

As part of an experimental trial, Flintshire County Council is to reopen Brunswick Road in Buckley to through traffic and introduce convenience parking from Monday 21st September 2026.

Young people aged 16 to 19 in Cheshire West and Chester will be able to travel on buses for just £1 per single journey.

Cheshire West and Chester Liberal Democrats have joined the near-unanimous cross-party opposition to the controversial Peak Cluster carbon capture and pipeline project in Cheshire West and Chester.

Officers have been out in force across Blacon as part of Operation Decisive.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has now formally ‘made’ the Blacon Neighbourhood Plan and Neighbourhood Development Order, following a successful referendum on 20th August 2026.

Flintshire residents are being encouraged to check their rail fare options before travelling to ensure they are not paying more than necessary for journeys.

Visitors travelling to Mold Food and Drink Festival this weekend can take advantage of a free Park and Ride service being provided by Flintshire County Council.

Cheshire West and Chester Council’s next Landlords Forum will discuss what Government changes to legislation mean in practice for private landlords, as well as issues of fire, health and home safety.

Here is the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust’s response to the Thirlwall Inquiry...

The Thirlwall Inquiry Report has been published following a thorough process spanning three years.

Here are the weekend's results from the Chester & Wirral Football League...

A local photographer is celebrating after his work received national acclaim by winning a prestigious industry award.

A variety of courses and support to help more adults to develop the skills they need to get into employment have been announced.

Cheshire Police has successfully completed its third Live Facial Recognition (LFR) deployment as part of Operation Vigilant.

Police officers investigating several burglaries in Chester have charged a man in connection to the incident.

Justin Madders MP has stepped up pressure on BT to reconsider plans to move more than 600 roles out of Liverpool City Region after being contacted by affected constituents.

A popular Chester-based violinist who will appearing with his orchestra for two special concerts at Chester Town Hall is set to be joined on stage by two very special guest performers.

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A Sisa Tuntulwana brace either side of the break separated the sides as Chester fell to a 3 - 1 loss to Buxton at The Silverlands on Saturday afternoon.

The Blues four-game unbeaten run on the road to start the season will be tested over the next week, as their visit to The Silverlands kicks off a challenging away double-header.

Two major new services designed to enhance care, support and opportunities for Flintshire residents have been celebrated at special opening events.

Cheshire Constabulary will be deploying Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology in Chester city centre, on Saturday 12th September, as part of Operation Vigilant.

A new chapter is beginning for families in Chester as Kings Moat Community Primary School has welcomed its first pupils.

Cheshire Constabulary’s ranks have been further bolstered as 130 new officers are officially welcomed to the force.

Officers are appealing for information following an ATM attack in Chester.

Patients receiving dialysis treatment at the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust are set to benefit from the latest generation of dialysis technology thanks to a major £350,000 investment in new equipment.

Residents and stakeholders are being invited to take part in the final stage of a Community Governance Review of Frodsham Town Council.

A theatre company in Chester is preparing to say 'Allo 'Allo to a new season of plays with the curtain set to rise on a stage version of the sequel to a classic BBC comedy.

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A first-half strike from Lee Lucas proved the difference as Chester fell to a narrow 1 - 0 defeat against Merthyr Town at the Deva Community Stadium.

Detectives from Cheshire Police are appealing for information following a serious collision in Ellesmere Port.

Vinyl records have seen a major rise in popularity over the past few years, overtaking CD sales briefly whilst both formats have suffered at the hands of streaming.

Three shops in Ellesmere Port have been ordered to close for three months following action by Cheshire West and Chester Council after repeatedly selling illegal tobacco, illegal vapes and age-restricted products to children.

Drivers are being reminded that "Stop means STOP" when a school crossing patrol officer asks them to halt, as Cheshire West and Chester Council joins partners from across the North West for a regional day of action on Thursday 17th September 2026.

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

Final rehearsals are underway as a popular monthly acoustic music night in Chester prepares to celebrate its second birthday with a special evening of live music at Storyhouse.

Dee Radio, which first began putting its programmes over the airwaves in 2003, continues to be based in the city centre thanks to its home at the University of Chester’s Riverside Innovation Centre.

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A summer roadshow, taking safety and prevention messages directly into communities across Cheshire, has helped make difficult conversations easier, while giving police valuable insight into what helps people feel safer.

Chester FC will be looking for some home comforts as they return to the Deva Community Stadium, after a hard-earned draw in the North East, to host Merthyr Town in this midweek clash.

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A man who drove onto the pavement and hit someone with his vehicle in Chester has been sentenced.

Council Housing tenants in Cheshire West and Chester have reported increased satisfaction with landlord and repairs services for the first quarter of 2026-27.

A 31-year-old man has been jailed for selling cannabis in Ellesmere Port.

The weather held out for most of the weekend, but even the rain early on Sunday morning didn’t deter the crowds that arrived with high expectations, and so Nantwich was again a celebrated centre for great food and drinks.

Final preparations are underway as one of Cheshire's leading choirs is set to celebrate its 70th anniversary with a special charity concert.

Residents and visitors are invited to line the streets of Chester on Saturday 13th September to support local young people and remember those who gave their lives during the Battle of Britain.

A free festival celebrating Cheshire’s wildlife and helping people connect to nature is returning for its 10th anniversary – and organisers say it will be their biggest event yet.

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One of the most high-profile voices in the country - House of Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle - has recorded a special good luck message to the global competitors taking part in the World Town Crier Tournament in Chester later this month.

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A Nathan Woodthorpe deflected strike in the first-half was cancelled out by a brilliant finish from Tom Allan after the break as it ended a point-a-piece in the North East.

A star of TV's Strictly Come Dancing is heading to Chester, for one night only, as a spectacular ballroom-themed dance show is set to hit the stage at The Hammond.

Patients say their experience at the Countess of Chester Hospital has significantly improved, according to the latest national Adult Inpatient Survey, the main annual measure of patient feedback for NHS Trusts.

Residents in Cheshire West and Chester are being offered free blood pressure checks from 7th to 13th September to help beat a potentially serious condition that has no symptoms.

People living, working and visiting the Upton area will now be able to access two new public access defibrillators at the Countess of Chester Hospital 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The Lord Mayor of Chester will lead Chester civic commemoration at Chester Town Hall Square on 11th September 2026 to mark the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of 11th September 2001.

Three shops are set to be shut down and thousands of pounds worth of counterfeit cigarettes and vapes have been seized, following a partnership operation in Ellesmere Port.

Officers are warning residents in Ellesmere Port to remain vigilant and ensure their vehicles are secure following a spate of thefts from vehicles in the town.

Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner, Dan Price, is supporting the next generation of cadets through a new initiative designed to showcase the positive opportunities available to young people across the county.

Detectives investigating a fatal collision on the M56 in Cheshire have renewed their appeal for information.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has launched a public consultation on its 14 individual alley gating Public Spaces Protection Orders, which are due for review before they expire in October 2026.

A man who breached his Sexual Harm Prevention Order and failed to comply with the Sex Offenders Register has been jailed.

Sam Rowlands, Member of the Welsh Parliament for Fflint Wrecsam, says there is still anger and frustration over frequent changes to default speed limits.

The family of a 38-year-old man who died following a collision on the M56 in Cheshire have paid tribute to him.

The policing operation to support Creamfields Music Festival has come to a successful conclusion, with a total of 38 arrests made.

Michael Wright, of no fixed abode, was sentenced to 30 months in prison at Chester Crown Court on Friday 28th August 2026.

The curtain is set to rise on a stage version of the sequel to a classic BBC comedy as a new season of plays gets underway at a popular Chester theatre.

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.

Cheshire Constabulary has seen the highest reduction rate in homicides in the UK and has the lowest rate of murder in the country, figures released by the Office of National Statistics have revealed today (21 July).

English National Concessionary pass holders will now be able to travel before 9.30am, where journeys begin or end in the borough, during the school summer holidays following a successful proposal suggested by Cheshire West and Chester Council.

Major work to ensure a section of Chester’s underground gas pipes is ready to keep homes warm over winter will take place through the school summer holidays.

£421 million Household Support Fund has been made available to councils in England to support those most in need due to the rising cost of living, especially around the need for food and fuel.

The County Champions, Warwickshire come to Chester Boughton Hall CC on Sunday 31 July 2022 to take on National Counties’ Cheshire CCC in one of 20 specially staged games across the country.

Cheshire West and Chester Council and its partners are encouraging victims of anti-social behaviour to report the problem, as they raise awareness of the issue during Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week 2022.

Storyhouse has unveiled WayWord, an exciting and inspiring programme of events and activities for children this October half term.

Chester FC has announced that Albert Davies has been appointed to a new role as Communications Manager & Football Administrator.

Chester FC were victorious in game four of pre-season with a comeback win over Northern Premier side Stalybridge Celtic.

Chris Matheson MP has spoken out about the disastrous impact of the war in Ukraine on British farming, calling on the government to take urgent action to help the sector.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is working alongside partners and community groups to remind families of the support available to them over the upcoming summer school holiday period.

Detectives from North Wales and Ellesmere Port have charged a man and a boy in connection to a spate of burglaries across the UK.

The Noah’s Ark on the roundabout outside Chester Zoo will now be getting a makeover and new life, courtesy of a community project which will span the whole borough.

Game four of the pre-season puts The Blues back on the road – visiting Northern Premier Division side Stalybridge Celtic.

Cheshire West and Chester Council has worked with partners to help residents in an area of Ellesmere Port that had been plagued by anti-social behaviour.

Arriva North West buses has expressed disappointment as it confirms that Unions have informed the company of their intention to strike from 02:00 on Wednesday 20th July.