Local News from Tuesday, August 4th, 2026
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‘Major breakthrough’ for one of Africa’s rarest birds as five highly endangered chicks hatch at Chester Zoo
Five secretarybird chicks have hatched at Chester Zoo in a landmark breeding breakthrough that experts hope will help secure the future of the endangered species.
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Cheshire business to walk 34 miles in one day, raising funds for childhood cancer support
A team from BusinessComparison will take on a gruelling 34-mile hike this September in memory of Freya, the daughter of friend and former colleague Paul Jones, while raising vital funds for Cheshire-based children’s cancer charity, The Joshua Tree.
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Pub landlord welcomes business rates cut
A Little Sutton pub landlord has welcomed a 20% cut in business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues from next April.