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Where the cast of Runcorn's Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps are now
TV
The original cast have went on to star in hit TV shows, the West End and more
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North Wales tunnel's 'beep beep' tradition that has a deeper meaning than you might think
Traffic and Travel
The tradition has a much deeper meaning than people think
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The changing face of Kerry Katona - from Atomic Kitten to motherhood and reality TV stints
Kerry Katona
Throwback photos of Kerry's journey from a fresh faced teen star to a 42-year-old TV personality
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Lost supermarket chain with 34p Jacobs Club biscuits and 79p tea bags
Nostalgia
The popular brand was lost to the 80s
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A look back at historic Bristol Zoo as it closes its doors for the final time
History
The zoo is moving from its current location
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Creamfields fashion highlights through the years from 00s to now
People
Fashions looks and trends from one of the biggest music festivals in the country
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75 photos of Creamfields through the years as festival celebrates 25 years
Creamfields
It's been held in Cheshire since 2006
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Loved and lost Cheshire book shop where customers would 'spend hours'
Nostalgia
The closure of Borders at The Coliseum shopping park was described as 'a sad loss'
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Loved and lost restaurant chain with £6 steaks and 75p desserts
Nostalgia
It was loved in Chester and beyond
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The lost Cheshire lido that would have been perfect during UK heatwave
Nostalgia
The much-loved Rivacre Baths was demolished in 1985
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Neighbours' most famous stars from Margot Robbie to Kylie and Jason
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The long-running Australian soap became a rite of passage for many well-known actors and musicians
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20 pictures of Bernard Cribbins over the years from fishing to films
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The TV and film star, who had an illustrious entertainment career spanning seven decades, has passed away aged 93
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The stories behind England's women footballers The Munitionettes
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Women more than a century ago helped boost morale during the First World War by playing football
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The old mobile phones we're still hanging on to - and why we miss using them
History
A survey has revealed Brits have a lot of nostalgia for devices from years ago
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How a hat box inspired the Jodrell Bank Observatory telescope
Jodrell Bank
Astronomer Sir Bernard Lovell had a "lightbulb moment" when he was looking for a way of balancing the radio telescope
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Unearthed photos of lost rides and memories from Alton Towers in the 80s and 90s
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There have been plenty of changes over the years at one of the UK's most visited theme parks
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Rise and fall of Cheshire's infamous estate that stood behind iconic Arighi Bianchi store
Macclesfield
Former residents recall life at Victoria Park Flats in Macclesfield more than 20 years on since demolition work began
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The Queen's Platinum Jubilee: Wave a flag and leave a message on our unique map
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To mark the Queen's 70-year reign we have put together an interactive map on which you can 'wave a flag' and leave messages
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Your family photos could be put on display at the National Portrait Gallery
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Ancestry and the National Portrait Gallery have teamed up for The Nation's Family Album
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31 classic Cadbury's Easter eggs from the 80s, 90s and even further back that will have you remembering your childhood
History
From Freddo to Curly Wurly - these pictures from the Cadbury's archive will stir up memories of Easter past!
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Cheshire Oaks in the 90s: From construction to a royal seal of approval
Cheshire Oaks
Fascinating aerial shots how the site looked when it opened in 1995 and its significant development by the end of the decade
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Primark to soft play: What you would like to see built on old EPIC site
Ellesmere Port
It's been six years since the town's former leisure centre was reduced to rubble and the site remains redundant to this day
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Gallery: Blacon sporting images of cup wins and anniversary celebrations
Blacon
Cheshire Live delved into its archives again with the sole focus placed on sport
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A kid from 2022 reacts to classic children's movies from the 1980s
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We had a hunch that kids of today might feel differently about the movies we loved in the 1980s, so we put it to the test
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Manhole collapses as drivers told to avoid major route
Drivers are being told to 'avoid the area' — a vital route that links the east and west sides of the town
Cars stolen from Chester Zoo and Crown Court as thieves target city car parks
Chester Zoo
A group of car thieves targeted two popular spots in Chester
Prince Albert of Monaco seen dining in Cheshire village
Alderley Edge
The Prince was pictured in a smart suit beaming with San Carlo's managers at the Alderley Edge restaurant in a photo shared on social media
Chester ranked top shopping destination in North West as city's high street bounces back
Shopping in Chester
The rankings use metrics that reflect the drivers of retail health
Road closures this week as 10-month £16 million Chester pipeline work continues
Chester
Associated works began in January, with work set to continue into late November
Chester
Road closures this week as 10-month £16 million Chester pipeline work continues
Associated works began in January, with work set to continue into late November
Chester ranked top shopping destination in North West as city's high street bounces back
Shopping in Chester
The rankings use metrics that reflect the drivers of retail health
Police search for missing teenager last seen in Warrington
Cheshire Constabulary
"We are becoming increasingly concerned," officers say
Manhole collapses as drivers told to avoid major route
Winsford
Drivers are being told to 'avoid the area' — a vital route that links the east and west sides of the town
Cars stolen from Chester Zoo and Crown Court as thieves target city car parks
Chester Zoo
A group of car thieves targeted two popular spots in Chester
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Winsford
Manhole collapses as drivers told to avoid major route
Drivers are being told to 'avoid the area' — a vital route that links the east and west sides of the town
Cars stolen from Chester Zoo and Crown Court as thieves target city car parks
Chester Zoo
A group of car thieves targeted two popular spots in Chester
Prince Albert of Monaco seen dining in Cheshire village
Alderley Edge
The Prince was pictured in a smart suit beaming with San Carlo's managers at the Alderley Edge restaurant in a photo shared on social media
Chester ranked top shopping destination in North West as city's high street bounces back
Shopping in Chester
The rankings use metrics that reflect the drivers of retail health
Road closures this week as 10-month £16 million Chester pipeline work continues
Chester
Associated works began in January, with work set to continue into late November
Chester
Road closures this week as 10-month £16 million Chester pipeline work continues
Associated works began in January, with work set to continue into late November
Chester ranked top shopping destination in North West as city's high street bounces back
Shopping in Chester
The rankings use metrics that reflect the drivers of retail health
Police search for missing teenager last seen in Warrington
Cheshire Constabulary
"We are becoming increasingly concerned," officers say
Manhole collapses as drivers told to avoid major route
Winsford
Drivers are being told to 'avoid the area' — a vital route that links the east and west sides of the town
Cars stolen from Chester Zoo and Crown Court as thieves target city car parks
Chester Zoo
A group of car thieves targeted two popular spots in Chester