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The Cheshire parents left 'broken' as they are made to fight for their children's education
Parents across the UK are battling against a national shortage of places in SEND schools - but the problems in Cheshire West go far beyond what is experienced throughout the country
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Warning of disruption as work to replace 100-year-old gas pipe set to start
Broughton
Cadent is upgrading the gas network to properties on a main road in Broughton
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New care home near Cheshire Oaks with café, bar and salon to create 60 jobs
Ellesmere Port
Plans for the 66-bed facility have been lodged
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Residents in shock as Chester street wins £1m Postcode Lottery jackpot
Chester
Dad-of-one Roly Humphreys thought it was a prank by one of his pals when he was told about the win
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Cheshire school 'deeply shocked' following tragic death of headteacher
Education
Brine Leas School in Nantwich is closing today following David Cole's death
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Warrington dad earns £85k-a-year renting out swimming pool at his home
Warrington
Steve said his swimming pool is so popular it is fully booked daily all year round
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Chester woman with paralysed stomach hasn't eaten in eight years
Chester
"You don't realise how much life revolves around food until it's taken away from you"
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Plans revealed for 74-bed care home in Macclesfield
Chester & Cheshire News
Permission was previously granted for a Lidl store on the same site.
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Sickening haul of 'worrying items' found at Warrington house after bouncer 'sprayed in face'
Cheshire Constabulary
Cheshire Constabulary's Warrington division posted a photo of the haul of items seized from the suspect's address on social media yesterday afternoon, Saturday, April 27
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Conman posing as traffic warden targets elderly drivers in three Cheshire towns to steal cash
Cheshire Constabulary
The thief also distracted his victims when they were using their bank cards to take money from their accounts
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Cyclist still in hospital as police launch appeal over Great Sutton crash
Great Sutton
Officers want to speak to anyone who witnessed the collision at the junction of Bridge Meadow and Broadland Road
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Frodsham Artisan Market returns this weekend after successful Easter debut
Frodsham
Organisers estimate hundreds attended the first market on Easter Saturday
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Cheshire man missing for over week believed to be in Lake District
Macclesfield
Nigel Redshaw, 55, was last seen on April 15
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Crewe man can be jailed for entering these shops across Cheshire
Crime
Police described Christopher Russell as a "prolific offender" who has "targeted businesses across Crewe and its surrounding areas for a considerable amount of time
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Police search for missing teenager last seen in Warrington
Cheshire Constabulary
"We are becoming increasingly concerned," officers say
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Cheshire firefighters share picture of car blocking fire station as they issue plea to drivers
Wilmslow
The confounding image shows a BMW parked up on the grounds of Wilmslow fire station, blocking its doors
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Golf
PGA Pro given go-ahead to open new driving range and golf academy in Cheshire
PGA professional Rob Ashbrook is set to open a new golf centre with a 16-bay driving range in the south of the county
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'School bullies poured ketchup over my head... now they want me to give them a job'
Chester & Cheshire News
Vicky Owens has made a huge success of her own business at the age of just 23
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Two men arrested as police raid homes in Cheshire town
Crime
Two homes were raided, with two arrested and class B drugs seized
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Cheshire firm offered joiner receptionist job after realising applicant was a woman
Chester & Cheshire News
Charlie Dawe believes bosses at the building company mistook her name to mean she was a man
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Neighbour tormented Cheshire couple for years - including posting wee through letterbox
Alsager
The neighbour from hell is behind bars once again
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Man attacked outside town centre block of flats as police launch appeal
Macclesfield
The assault occurred in the middle of the afternoon
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Inside the luxury Cheshire furnishers loved by royals and the rich and famous
Chester & Cheshire News
Arighi Bianchi, based on the Silk Road in Macclesfield, has become known for its high-end products for the home, as well as selling renowned brands including Cattelan Italia, Ercol and Tetrad
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Van torched in Crewe arson attack as 'fire spreads to house'
Crime
Emergency services were called to Neville Street in Crewe
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The stunning forest in Cheshire named one of the best in the UK
Delamere Forest
Delamere Forest in the heart of Cheshire was included in a list of the country's top forests to celebrate Earth Day
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The forgotten Cheshire man crucial to the birth of America most have 'never heard of'
Winsford
Double Pulitzer Prize winner Professor Alan Taylor told CheshireLive about Charles Lee, the Chester-born general who became George Washington's second-in-command
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"You are born to thrive": Meet the Chester therapist helping people to succeed
Chester
Cat Williams talks to CheshireLive about self-confidence, procrastination and our 'stallion minds'
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Harry Styles' stalker jailed and banned from his shows after sending 8,000 cards in one month
Harry Styles
Of the 8,000 cards sent, some were wedding cards and two of the letters were hand-delivered
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Take a look at the fantastic flooring range inside this Cheshire showroom
Shopping
Sylk Flooring on Grimshaw Lane in Bollington boasts excellent customer service
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People from across the UK object to revised plans for zoo in Cheshire village
Chester & Cheshire News
People from as far afield as Exeter have written to Cheshire East Council to object against the plans
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Scottish town's search for Chester woman with key part in its recent history
Chester
The Scottish town has tracked down all of its previous Gala Queens - except for its 1974 queen, Susan Kelso, from Chester
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M6 closures scheduled for this month for latest motorway upgrade works
M6
There will be various scheduled closures on the M6 from this month until June
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Chester Races reveals exciting Roman Day plans - here's what's in store for families
Chester Races
The racecourse is teaming up with Deva Fest for May 25 event
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Chester
Inside £1 million Georgian townhouse in Chester city centre
The five-bedroom, three-bathroom house on Watergate Street has the city centre on its doorstep
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Driver flees scene after toddler seriously injured
Crewe
The driver stopped briefly before driving off without providing details
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NHS worker's heart 'melted' when daughter chose dress as her mum for 'Hero Day'
NHS
“I thought ‘I must be doing something right here’"
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Calls to end 'postcode lottery' hospice funding as St Luke's forced to cut back
Winsford
St Luke's Hospice has revealed it is facing a major funding black hole and is being forced to reduce its services
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Driver in hospital after crash shuts key Cheshire road for five hours
Cheshire Constabulary
Police are appealing for witnesses following the collision on Knutsford Road in Holmes Chapel
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Beauty buffs can get £5 off Lookfantastic's 'winning' subscription box with last chance deal
Beauty
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Brothers open antique shop selling everything from coins to Pokémon cards
Nantwich
Nantwich Collectables opened in a new unit at Dagfields Antiques and Crafts Centre, Heathfield
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Controversial plans to 'desecrate' Cheshire beauty spot deferred
Poynton
The proposal would mean uprooting 78 trees and the removal of sections of hedgerow
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Dogs now welcome in Cheshire's Tatton Park gardens - here's the rules
Tatton Park
You can take your four-legged friends to the formal gardens from May 1
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Sisters open second Chester shop with plans to convert into department store
Shopping in Chester
Papena fills a Northgate Street unit left empty for years
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Woman suffers 'serious injuries' in Chester crash on Sealand Road
Traffic and Travel
The collision saw Sealand Road closed off for a number of hours
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5 stunning homes on the market in Cheshire's best town
Knutsford
The Golden Triangle town was included in an illustrious list of the 72 best places to live in the country
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More than 65,000 Cheshire women owed WASPI compensation - here's where
Politics
Use our interactive map to see how many women are affected in your area
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Chester Zoo rated UK's best as number of 'excellent' Tripadvisor reviews top 11,000
Chester Zoo
The zoo is 'over the moon' to land top spot in the 2024 rankings
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Chef Gary Usher blasts 'vile' treatment of young staff member at his Cheshire pub
Chester
The White Horse pub owner was furious after his 21-year-old waitress was singled out in a negative customer review
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DWP benefit you could be eligible for even if you own house and have savings
Twitter
This benefit is being underclaimed despite the fact it could provide up to £3,900 annually
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Cheshire Fest 2024 line up revealed as organisers confirm new location
Macclesfield
The popular boutique festival returns with a brand new home
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New laws coming into force this month — including key Child Benefit change
Government
Changes to tax, flexible working and child benefit are among the new regulations this April
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May dates for Cheshire country home's stunning 'Bluebell Walks' - how to get tickets
Rode Hall's annual attraction is popular with walkers and dog owners
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Popular Macclesfield music bar and shop given go-ahead to extend opening hours
Macclesfield
Proper Sound is a unique coffee shop and bar on Chestergate which sells records
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Plans for new specialist care unit in Crewe set to get the go-ahead
Crewe
Cheshire East Council refused the company’s previous application
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Drug dealer shot girlfriend in torso after she brought him morning cup of tea
Big Brother
Thomas Corlett was jailed last week after being identified as the "controller" of the "BB Line" heroin and crack cocaine ring in Merseyside
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Chester Zoo worker jailed after stealing £180,000 from previous job
Chester Zoo
Daniel Remmington helped himself to huge sums of cash over the course of more than a year in order to feed his gambling addiction
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Dunelm launches May bank holiday sale with up to 50% off thousands of items - garden furniture, rugs, mirrors and more
Make savings across lots of household departments
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Beauty fans 'investing' in £10 'miracle in a tube' anti-ageing eye cream that controls fine lines
What's On News
Boots shoppers claim they've seen "such a difference" to their fine lines and dark circles since using the anti-ageing cream
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Dunelm's 'comfortable' sun loungers 'right for all ages' now £60 in sale
What's On News
Dunelm has discounts on thousands of products throughout the bank holiday weekend, including homeware, garden furniture and more
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Shoppers say 'best ever' factor 50 sunscreen makes your skin 'glow' and only costs £8
What's On News
Boots shoppers have praised a Bondi Sands sunscreen lotion as a 'life saver' when on holiday in the sun
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Dunelm shoppers praise 'beautiful' washable rug for being 'thick' and 'soft' - on sale from £28
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The rug is currently 20% off
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Ellesmere Port
Ellesmere Port
New care home near Cheshire Oaks with café, bar and salon to create 60 jobs
Plans for the 66-bed facility have been lodged
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The Cheshire parents left 'broken' as they are made to fight for their children's education
Education
Parents across the UK are battling against a national shortage of places in SEND schools - but the problems in Cheshire West go far beyond what is experienced throughout the country
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Cyclist still in hospital as police launch appeal over Great Sutton crash
Great Sutton
Officers want to speak to anyone who witnessed the collision at the junction of Bridge Meadow and Broadland Road
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Cyclist, 60, seriously injured in Ellesmere Port crash
Ellesmere Port
The 60-year-old cyclist remains in hospital after Friday's crash
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Man 'traumatised' after flesh ripped from terrier's leg in towpath dog attack
Cheshire Constabulary
Police said the owners of the offending dog ‘failed to intervene’ in the incident
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Crime
Crime
Van torched in Crewe arson attack as 'fire spreads to house'
Emergency services were called to Neville Street in Crewe
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'Large quantity' of class A drugs seized in Northwich raid
Northwich
A 33-year-old local man was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs
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Two men arrested as police raid homes in Cheshire town
Crime
Two homes were raided, with two arrested and class B drugs seized
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Baby killer Lucy Letby faces wait for ruling over bid to challenge convictions
Countess of Chester Hospital
Lucy Letby was convicted of the murders of seven babies and the attempted murders of six others at the Countess of Chester Hospital
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Man 'traumatised' after flesh ripped from terrier's leg in towpath dog attack
Cheshire Constabulary
Police said the owners of the offending dog ‘failed to intervene’ in the incident
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Showbiz
Showbiz
Colin Murray to record hit podcast in front of live audiences
Colin will pose unique questions to guests including Tony Bellew, Sam Quek, Sir Geoff Hurst, Danny Care and Emile Heskey
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Apprentice winner Marnie Swindells has advice for 2024 finalists
Showbiz
Marnie won The Apprentice last year as is launching her business on April 24
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MAFS Paul Brunson explains first ever row with his wife
Showbiz
The argument was sparked by a holiday
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Popular Aldi TV show coming back - with Stormzy's personal chef
Showbiz
The six-part series returns to our screens in April
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Scarlette Douglas, Martin Lewis, Lisa Faulkner and John Torode among stars at event
Showbiz
The show is running until April 7
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Traffic & Travel
Traffic and Travel
Live: M6 blocked as HGV 'loses fuel tank'
The southbound carriageway is blocked southbound between junction 17 for Crewe and junction 16 for the A500/Stoke-on-Trent north
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Woman suffers 'serious injuries' in Chester crash on Sealand Road
Traffic and Travel
The collision saw Sealand Road closed off for a number of hours
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Rats, traffic and millions of people: Sharing a home with UK's largest outlet shopping centre
Cheshire Oaks
More than eight million people shop at Cheshire Oaks each year - but what do the constantly growing numbers of visitors mean for residents?
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Life on Crewe street that descends into mayhem twice a day
Crewe
Residents of Belgrave Road in Crewe say the street is at breaking point
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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
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Sport
Football
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The ultimate guide to the Grand National 2024 on sale now
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New England shirt poll: Have your say as St George's Cross flag kit row escalates
Football News
England's new home kit for Euro 2024 has caused controversy - but what do you think?
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The battle for the Championship continues - Women’s Football news May edition is on sale now
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IT'S crunch time in the Women's Super League as Manchester City and Chelsea head into the run-in battling it out to be champions
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What's On News
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Parents across the UK are battling against a national shortage of places in SEND schools - but the problems in Cheshire West go far beyond what is experienced throughout the country
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Cadent is upgrading the gas network to properties on a main road in Broughton
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The Cheshire parents left 'broken' as they are made to fight for their children's education
Parents across the UK are battling against a national shortage of places in SEND schools - but the problems in Cheshire West go far beyond what is experienced throughout the country
Residents in shock as Chester street wins £1m Postcode Lottery jackpot
Chester
Dad-of-one Roly Humphreys thought it was a prank by one of his pals when he was told about the win
Concerns for missing Chester woman, 80, who's vanished while walking dog
Lache
Police are currently searching for pensioner Christine Abram who is believed to have dementia
Cheshire school 'deeply shocked' following tragic death of headteacher
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Brine Leas School in Nantwich is closing today following David Cole's death
Warning of disruption as work to replace 100-year-old gas pipe set to start
Broughton
Cadent is upgrading the gas network to properties on a main road in Broughton
Ellesmere Port
New care home near Cheshire Oaks with café, bar and salon to create 60 jobs
Plans for the 66-bed facility have been lodged
The Cheshire parents left 'broken' as they are made to fight for their children's education
Education
Parents across the UK are battling against a national shortage of places in SEND schools - but the problems in Cheshire West go far beyond what is experienced throughout the country
Warning of disruption as work to replace 100-year-old gas pipe set to start
Broughton
Cadent is upgrading the gas network to properties on a main road in Broughton
Concerns for missing Chester woman, 80, who's vanished while walking dog
Lache
Police are currently searching for pensioner Christine Abram who is believed to have dementia
Residents in shock as Chester street wins £1m Postcode Lottery jackpot
Chester
Dad-of-one Roly Humphreys thought it was a prank by one of his pals when he was told about the win