Chester and Cheshire

By Chester Chronicle

Chester, UK
Parcel wrecked after delivery driver 'left it with dog' in Crewe
cheshire-live.co.uk - Belinda Ryan
Elly Holstead returned home to find a card posted through her door by saying 'left with dog' A Crewe woman returned home to find her parcel had been …
Chester, UK
Experts at Chester Zoo remain hopeful that baby elephant Indali can pull through
cheshire-live.co.uk - Sallie Ehlen
Chester Zoo's baby elephant Indali is proving to be a real little fighter Chester Zoo has released an update on baby elephant Indali Hi Way's …
Queuing traffic on M56 near Frodsham after crash shuts lane
cheshire-live.co.uk - Lauren Wise
Motorists should add an extra 25 minutes to their journey time There is queuing traffic on the M56 near Frodsham this afternoon (Friday, March 22) …
Chester, UK
Robber armed with knife stole biscuits, chocolate and milkshakes from Ellesmere Port garage
cheshire-live.co.uk - Lauren Wise
Police have released CCTV to help the public identify the man A robber armed with a knife made off from an Ellesmere Port garage with biscuits, …
Chester, UK
Driver crashed into police car in Runcorn and fled - sparking police appeal
cheshire-live.co.uk - Lauren Wise
The officer driving the police car was treated at the scene An appeal has been launched by Cheshire Constabulary after a driver crashed into a marked …
Chester, UK
New Chester Northgate images on show next week
cheshire-live.co.uk - David Holmes
Updated designs reflect desire for more greenery in the city centre Updated images of the Chester Northgate project will go on display next week with …
Chester, UK
Heavy traffic in Chester after crash partially blocks road in Upton
cheshire-live.co.uk - Lauren Wise
It's believed two cars have been involved in the accident There is heavy traffic in Chester this afternoon (Friday, March 22) following a crash which …
Chester, UK
Woman denies perverting course of justice in Saltney hit and run case
cheshire-live.co.uk - Elwyn Roberts
Hannah Nicholson was charged as part of inquiry into incident which left 10-year-old boy in a coma A young woman has appeared in court charged with …
Crewe Alexandra
Crewe Alex: 'Play Off talk is frivolous now' - David Artell
cheshire-live.co.uk - Peter Morse
But the manager wants all three points at Mansfield David Artell admits talk of Crewe Alex reaching the Play Offs is 'frivolous' but insists they will …
Chester, UK
Body found in Countess of Chester Country Park after overnight search
cheshire-live.co.uk - John McDougall
A police helicopter was scrambled as part of the search, with the deceased discovered by a member of the public this morning A body was found at the …
Chester, UK
Arrests in Crewe as police step up fight against knife crime
cheshire-live.co.uk - Belinda Ryan
Arrests came when police had four day increased stop and search powers and during week-long Operation Sceptre Thirty eight people were stopped and …
Chester, UK
Chester hospital appoints first ever woman as chief executive
cheshire-live.co.uk - David Holmes
Dr Susan Gilby had been acting chief executive since last September The acting chief executive of the Countess of Chester Hospital has been appointed …
Chester, UK
Historic Nantwich hall wants to redevelop derelict stables for wedding venue
cheshire-live.co.uk - Belinda Ryan
A planning application has been submitted for Dorfold Hall at Acton Dorfold Hall has applied for permission for a permanent wedding and events venue …
Royal Babies
Could Victoria be set for a royal return?
cheshire-live.co.uk - Sallie Ehlen
Bookies say it's now taken over Diana as the clear favourite for the royal baby name The next royal baby is due to arrive in the coming weeks and …
Chester, UK
Last Kingdom and Holby City actor to star in Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre in Chester
cheshire-live.co.uk - Cheshire Live
Joseph Millson will play Henry V during the summer season this July and August Fans of TV’s The Last Kingdom and Holby City will be thrilled to hear …
Chester, UK
X-Factor winner Ben Haenow to perform at Abode Chester
cheshire-live.co.uk - Sallie Ehlen
Platinum selling singer-songwriter will perform an intimate gig in April X-Factor winner Ben Haenow is coming to Chester. The platinum selling …
Chester, UK
HS2 is on track and tickets will be affordable, says new chairman
cheshire-live.co.uk - Belinda Ryan
Allan Cook, who became chairman of HS2 Ltd in December, also believes the high speed rail scheme will be the impetus for improved rail connections …
Chester, UK
Updates as body discovered at Countess of Chester Country Park
cheshire-live.co.uk - John McDougall
A body has been found at the Countess of Chester Country Park. Cheshire police have confirmed that a discovery was made this morning by a member of …
Chester, UK
Crewe Alex's defence against Barry Bennell's victims 'undermined by his expense claims'
cheshire-live.co.uk - Matt Slater, Press Association Chief Sports Reporter
The 65-year-old is serving a 31-year sentence for multiple offences Crewe Alex FCs legal defence against the civil claims lodged by victims of …
Macclesfield
Macclesfield man last seen at train station still missing one month on
cheshire-live.co.uk - Lauren Wise
John Dyer was last seen by his family on February 19 A man from Macclesfield who was last sighted at a train station remains missing - one month later. …
Swimming Pools
Ice mile challenge headteacher too cool for school
cheshire-live.co.uk - Alex Scapens
James Allen completes 1,600m swim in five degree water wearing only shorts, goggles and cap A headteacher got top marks for his swimming skills after …
Chester, UK
LIVE: M6 traffic updates after lorry crash shuts motorway during rush hour
cheshire-live.co.uk - Ben Turner
08:14 Queuing traffic due to the problems on the M6 on A571 Billinge Road Northbound from Holmes House Avenue (Winstanley, Wigan) to Enfield Street …
RSPCA
Plea to find forever home in Cheshire for Bobby the bunny
cheshire-live.co.uk - Lauren Wise
Can you give Bobby a home? The RSPCA has issued a plea to help them find the perfect home for a poorly rabbit. Bobby the bunny is a seven-year-old lop …
Chester, UK
Public meeting on how do you solve a problem like Chester's Dee House?
cheshire-live.co.uk - David Holmes
Working group aims to find agreement rather than usual 'pull it down or preserve it' battle It's hoped a public meeting will help forge a consensus on …
World of British wrestling explored in new play coming to Theatr Clwyd
cheshire-live.co.uk - Cheshire Live
Glory can be seen at Mold venue from March 28-29 Set in the eccentric world of British wrestling, Glory is a new play by writer and broadcaster Nick …
Chester, UK
Man airlifted to hospital after car overturned having collided with telegraph pole in Tarporley
cheshire-live.co.uk - Lauren Wise
Another patient was also taken to hospital A man was airlifted to hospital earlier today after a car overturned having collided with a telegraph …
Chester, UK
Chester Zoo's baby elephant Indali tests positive for killer disease
cheshire-live.co.uk - David Holmes
Elephant experts, conservationists, scientists and veterinary teams are working tirelessly to provide two-year-old calf with latest treatments …
Chester, UK
Four men arrested following drugs raids in Crewe
cheshire-live.co.uk - Lauren Wise
Police executed warrants at four addresses in Crewe this morning Four men have been arrested following drugs raids in Crewe this morning. Cheshire …
Chester, UK
Warrington paedophile, 24, jailed for 17 years for serious sexual assault of toddler
cheshire-live.co.uk - Lauren Wise
Luke Jones, 24, was sentenced today (Thursday, March 21) A paedophile from Warrington has been put behind bars for 17 years for the serious sexual …