Shortly after 6am on 6 June the body of a man was discovered in the River Dee.
Formal identification has now taken place and we can confirm that it is Colin Purton, aged 78, who went missing from his home in Penyffordd on 22 May.
Next of kin have been informed.
There do not appear to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding the death and a file will prepared for the coroner.
Man charged in relation to fraud offences
Officers in the Ellesmere Port area have charged a man in relation to fraud offences.
Chester officers secure closure against anti-social behaviour and drugs hotspot
Officers from Chester’s Neighbourhood Team have secured a three-month closure order against a troubled property in Hoole area of the town.
Countess of Chester Hospital given a top 10 ranking for Children & Young Person Services
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has been recognised as one of the top-performing Trusts in England for children’s patient experience, ranking 9th out of the 54 organisations that took part in the 2024 Children and Young Person National CQC Survey.
Update from Chester FC's General Manager
Chester FC's General Manager, Albert Davies, provides us with an update from the club…
Man jailed after being found guilty of sexually assaulting a child
A 45-year-old man has been jailed after being found guilty of sexually assaulting a child.
Work begins on Flintshire fire safety scheme
Work has started on a major £4.75 million project to enhance the fire safety at Flintshire’s high-rise sheltered housing schemes.
Chester Civic Trust presents Cheshire West and Chester Council’s Highways Service with a 2025 Award
Chester Civic Trust has presented a ‘Good’ award 2025 to the Highways Service at Cheshire West and Chester Council.
Man jailed for sexual touching a woman in Chester
A man has been jailed after he was convicted of sexually assaulting a woman in Chester city centre.
Chester food wholesaler is one of the best places to work in the UK
A Chester food wholesaler that “cares passionately” about its workers is one of the best places to work in the UK – and that’s official.
Sam Rowlands MS visits North-East Wales school threatened with closure
Sam Rowlands, Member of the Welsh Parliament for North Wales, is continuing to back a campaign to save a Saltney school from closure.
Police appeal for witnesses following Chester assaults at the races
Police are appealing for witnesses after three men were assaulted at Chester Racecourse.
Catalytic converter theft - what to look out for
Catalytic converter theft most frequently occurs in car parks, but it can happen anywhere.
Cheshire Constabulary Celebrates Volunteers’ Week and National Specials Weekend
Cheshire Constabulary was proud to mark Volunteers’ Week and National Specials Weekend by celebrating the incredible dedication and contribution of their Special Constables and volunteers who give their time to keep our communities safe.
Two men jailed following aggravated burglary in Ellesmere Port
Two men from Liverpool who orchestrated an aggravated burglary at an address in Ellesmere Port have been jailed.
Grosvenor Garden Open Day
The first of this year’s Grosvenor’s Eaton Estate charity garden open days takes place this Sunday (15th June) supporting local charities by welcoming visitors to enjoy the gardens of Eaton Hall, home to the Duke and Duchess of Westminster.
Family of a man who died following a collision in Lymm pay tribute as dangerous driver is jailed
Following the jailing of a man for causing death by dangerous driving, the family of Brian Robinson have paid tribute.
PANTO ROLES UP FOR GRABS, OH YES THEY ARE!
It may be only June, but a Chester and Wrexham based community theatre company is already turning its attention to its traditional Christmas Pantomime, with several roles up for grabs.
Cheshire residents invited to attend community engagement events to share views on devolution
Two community engagement events for residents to share their views about devolution are taking place in Cheshire.
Flintshire County Council is committed to ‘Caring about Equality’ this Carers Week
Flintshire County Council are inviting carers, local businesses and other supporters to get involved in Carers Week 2025, running from 9th - 15th June.
Reclaiming the narrative during Refugee Week
Positive stories from refugees who have found sanctuary in and around Chester will be the focus of the latest Assemble panel discussion at Chester Cathedral this month.