Local News from Wednesday, August 20th, 2025

Some fascinating new discoveries have come to light as the county’s shared archives service continues its preparations for its move to two new state-of-the-art centres in Chester and Crewe next year.

Over 200 shop staff, managers and store owners have been surveyed by Cheshire Police for their opinions on how crime in their town is dealt with by local officers.

Detectives investigating a knife-point robbery in Ellesmere Port are appealing for witnesses and information.

The points were shared between Chester FC and Curzon Ashton after a frenetic contest at the Deva Stadium.

A popular monthly acoustic music night is set to celebrate its first birthday with a special event at Storyhouse in Chester.