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Children and families in Cheshire to benefit from new Child Focused Courts approach
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.
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Stoptober encourages residents to quit smoking as 100-day countdown to a smoke-free generation begins
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 invited to help shape the future of Whitby Park
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.
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WREXHAM COMMUNITY THEATRE COMPANY RETURNS WITH BRAND NEW SHOW IN TIME FOR HALLOWEEN
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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Blues Match Report: Lower Breck 1 - 2 Chester
A brace from Ruben Butt on his full Chester FC debut earned progression to the Emirates FA Cup Third Qualifying Round.
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Cheshire West and Chester supports Fairtrade Fortnight 2026
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.
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Snapchat drug dealers sentenced
Two men who used snapchat to deal cannabis on a commercial scale in Chester have been sentenced.
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Appeal for information following serious collision in Chester
Police officers investigating a collision in Chester are appealing for information and witnesses.
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Parents warn of “catastrophic tragedy” as school transport cuts leave 11-year-olds stranded on the A41
Tattenhall parents warn of “catastrophic tragedy”, as school transport cuts leave 11-year-olds stranded and standing on dangerous A41 route
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Live Facial Recognition technology to be deployed in Chester this weekend
Cheshire Constabulary will be deploying Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology in Chester city centre.
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Road to reopen as part of town 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.
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£1 bus travel launched for young people across Cheshire West and Chester
Young people aged 16 to 19 in Cheshire West and Chester will be able to travel on buses for just £1 per single journey.
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Peak Cluster carbon capture and pipeline project in Cheshire West and Chester
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.
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Officers out in force in Blacon for Operation Decisive
Officers have been out in force across Blacon as part of Operation Decisive.
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Neighbourhood Plan and Neighbourhood Development Order finalised for Blacon
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.
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Rail passengers urged to check fares before using ‘tap and go’
Flintshire residents are being encouraged to check their rail fare options before travelling to ensure they are not paying more than necessary for journeys.
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Free Park and Ride service available for Mold Food and Drink Festival visitors
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.
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Find out more about Renters Rights and Home Safety
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.
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Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust’s response to the Thirlwall Inquiry
Here is the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust’s response to the Thirlwall Inquiry...
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Cheshire Police statement following the publication of the Thirlwall Inquiry report
The Thirlwall Inquiry Report has been published following a thorough process spanning three years.