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'Our son was a loving, intelligent boy - then he fell down the QAnon rabbit hole'
Liam McGenity was a talented musician and businessman - but his life was turned upside down when he started believing in QAnon conspiracies
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Driver got out of his van and attacked cyclist after Ellesmere Port crash
Ellesmere Port
A 35-year-old man has been arrested
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Man stabbed in Crewe as police response team make arrest
Crewe
A 53-year-old man has been arrested
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Teenage girl hit by car in Runcorn as police hunt driver
Runcorn
The driver involved in the collision failed to stop
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Body found in river at Warrington as police work to establish identity
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Four fire engines lined up on the riverside at Howley Lane, Warrington, as firefighters ventured onto the river in a boat to retrieve the body
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Chester Northgate set for new 'chilled out' venue serving cocktails and small plates
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Popina describes itself as 'upmarket' with charcuterie also on the menu
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Police name woman charged after 'deliberate' fire set on quiet Middlewich cul-de-sac
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A 36-year-old woman has been charged with arson after a fire at a property on the quiet road she lives on
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'We can't rely on Primark of TK Maxx' say Macclesfield councillors as they approve market revamp
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Councillors say the major seven-figure investment in the indoor market is key to growing Macclesfield's town centre economy
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Priest appears in court accused of rape and sexual assault against churchgoers
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The Reverend is charged with one count of rape and 33 counts of indecent assault against former members of a church congregation
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Large housing estate to be built in one of Cheshire's most sought-after villages despite controversy
Lymm
The 170-home development looks set to go ahead despite traffic concerns
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Cheshire man and wife quit smoking after heart attack - and are now £5,500 a year richer
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The couple kicked a joint 45-year cigarette addiction after a heart attack provided a wake-up call
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Cheshire Olympian Dame Laura Kenny retires from cycling
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Britain’s most successful female Olympic athlete had been expected to compete at the Paris Games this summer
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The story Luke Littler's incredible rise to household name after ITV Jonathan Ross appearance
Darts
Luke Littler has become one of the biggest names in darts in 2024 and appeared as a guest on The Jonathan Ross Show on ITV on Saturday night
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Another 53 High Street bank branches to close - full list
Chester & Cheshire News
Customers of three banks will see branches disappear over the course of this year and into 2025
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Jet2 expands holiday packages from Manchester Airport to Porto with wine tour included
Jet2.com
The airline has expanded its holiday packages to Porto following a strong demand from holidaymakers
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Greggs workers to receive £700 bonus this month as boss recognises 'hard work'
Employment
Around 25,000 staff members will receive a share of £17.6 million
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Westminster Park
Famous golfer to open exciting new 'mini' course outside Chester park café
The family-friendly attraction will cater for all abilities and experience
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Ellesmere Port Market revamp can help 'regenerate town centre' as plans set for go-ahead
Ellesmere Port
The proposals, which include turning the flea market into an event space and bar, are recommended for approval despite some concerns
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Cheshire mum mortified after taking laptop to repair shop for embarrassing reason
Warrington
Sally Newall-Sanderson was left baffled when she opened up her laptop and was unable to connect to her WiFi - and she was left feeling 'ridiculous' when she found out why
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Brick-throwing yobs target former Crewe pub as CCTV appeal issued
Crewe
Officers in Crewe have received several reports of criminal damage
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Cheshire Wildlife Trust warns of 'significant damage' caused by River Mersey barrage linking Wirral and Liverpool
Wirral
The multi-billion project has been announced, which could see cycling and pedestrian links between the Wirral and Liverpool
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Chester village Christleton and Cheshire East town Knutsford named among Best Places to Live in the UK
Christleton
Christleton has been described as a 'best-of-both-worlds' village by the judges
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Plans for new dog park in Crewe submitted to council
Crewe
The planning application says the enclosed park will allow dogs to be exercised securely off a lead, with no worry of any livestock
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Drug dealers caught by police after white Audi pulled over
Crime
The pair’s illegal activity came to an abrupt end when police on patrol stopped a white Audi A4 due to the erratic driving
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Creamfields festivalgoers caught smuggling drugs in Strongbow Dark Fruit cans get jailed
Chester Crown Court
The two men were stopped after a 'positive indication' from the police dogs
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Cheshire man, 91, walks 100km for local hospice charity in memory of wife
Nantwich
Ron Steele, from Nantwich, walked in memory of his wife, who was cared for by the hospice 25 years ago
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Former Crewe and Nantwich MP quits Labour party after being suspended by local group
Labour Party
“I have decided to resign my membership of the UK Labour Party rather than appeal my recent suspension"
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See how latest National Insurance cut will impact your pay using our calculator
The Budget
National Insurance contributions will fall by 2p in the pound
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Russell Crowe and his band heading to Warrington Parr Hall
Oscar
Oscar-winning actor and his band The Gentlemen Barbers will play in July
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The tiny plot of land in prime Cheshire park picnic spot that could be yours to own
Wilmslow
The unusual lot has a guide price of £8,500
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Angry influencer tells restaurant she 'deserves to eat for free' in furious rant
Food and drink
Lucky Ramen and Sushi initially shared a screenshot of a direct message from the influencer, who had asked if they'd be open to giving her and her boyfriend brunch in exchange for a post on her page.
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Boyzone and Westlife supergroup Boyzlife announced as headliner for Royal Cheshire County Show 2024
Cheshire Show
Boyzlife will headline Late at the Show on June 18
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Cheshire Body Shop branch to close as administrators axe 75 stores - see full list
Cheshire
The latest announcement means three other stores in the county will remain open
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Police search for wanted Ellesmere Port man with links to Chester
Ellesmere Port
The 33-year-old is wanted by police in connection with dealing crack cocaine and heroin
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Crewe
Face of rapist, 23, who ignored victim's screams during Crewe attack
Mustafa Musa has been jailed for eight years
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Chester couple's 'trusted friend' cons them out of £360,000 to fund lavish lifestyle
Chester Crown Court
Damien Tideswell, 42, has pleaded guilty to the 'elaborate ruse'
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Brianna killer wants to appeal against sentence for ‘sadistic’ murder
Crime
Teenage killer Eddie Ratcliffe has expressed his intention to appeal his murder sentence
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Police fight back against illegal car meets and dangerous driving in Crewe
Crewe
Cheshire Police say anti-social driving and racing has been a problem on Crewe's roads for the past 12 months
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New drinks shop Milby's opens in Chester city centre's 'romantic heart'
Chester City Centre
The new drinks shop has opened in Godstall Lane - the narrow alley between Eastgate Street and St Werburgh Street
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Watch the moment rare giraffe born at Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo
Meet Chester Zoo's newest arrival
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Emergency landing at Manchester Airport as Jet2 flight hit with bird strike incident
Manchester Airport
The bird strike incident happened during take-off from Leeds Bradford Airport
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Major update in Leighton Hospital rebuild as land purchased
Leighton Hospital
The hospital needs a complete rebuild due to its significant public safety risk surrounding Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC)
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Warrington resident evicted and home boarded up by police after residents 'live in fear'
Crime
Police say the eviction comes following reports of drug abuse and disorder - which had neighbours 'living in fear'
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Serial baby killer Lucy Letby has appeal hearing date confirmed
Chester
If judges again decline to give permission or reject her challenge, it will mark the end of the appeal process
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Rudy's pizzeria is giving away four years of free pizza in exclusive competition
Food and drink
Rudy's is celebrating Leap Day by launching a competition that gives fans the chance to win two free pizzas a week up until 2028
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The Boodles May Festival makes a stunning return to Chester Racecourse
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Chester Zoo giving away 35,000 free tickets to kids - here's how to get one
Chester Zoo
Zoo conservationists are keen for pupils in more disadvantaged areas to take up the offer
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Cheshire's 30 'best places' to live and the average cost of buying a house there
Cheshire
New study finds four places in the county were among 50 most desirable in England and Wales
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Police search for missing boy last seen at Chester train station
Chester
Officers say they are becoming 'increasingly concerned' for the 15-year-old Crewe boy
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Cheshire's hotspot areas for '100-day cough' cases as UK infections soar
Health
Almost 1,000 cases of whooping cough have been diagnosed by doctors across the UK so far this year
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Macclesfield dementia specialists scoop prestigious award
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The carers at Belong have been recognised for their exceptional care provision for those living with the condition
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Northwich
Netflix documentary exposes true story of Cheshire man dubbed UK's biggest cyberstalker
Netflix's harrowing new true crime documentary, 'Can I Tell You A Secret', tells the story of three women who were relentlessly targeted by the UK's biggest cyberstalker, Matthew Hardy
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Popular Cheshire antiques centre raided as thieves make off with large amount of jewellery
Cheshire Constabulary
Police investigating the burglary are appealing for any witnesses to come forward
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Chester MP calls on Prime Minister to walk the City Walls
City Walls
Chester's MP invited Rishi Sunak to join her in walking the Chester City Walls during Prime Minister's Questions
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Dog cheats death thanks to surgery skills of Cheshire vets
Dogs
Nine-year-old Pablo underwent the life-or-death operation to remove a tumour
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Chester rooftop play area gets go-ahead despite fears over 'loss of privacy' and 'noise'
Chester City Centre
The 'much-needed' space will be constructed at a popular city centre nursery
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Cocktail Collection brings an iconic trio to the ready-serve game
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Savvy travellers rush to book multi-centre holidays that offer two great getaways for the price of one
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Sainsbury's Tu 'beautiful' £17.50 floral dress looks 'fabulous with a tan'
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Move over Uniqlo, shoppers snap up 'perfect' M&S version of viral bag with key extra feature
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Shoppers have been snapping up a new M&S bag for spring which has been put head-to-head with the viral Uniqlo crescent bag and been found superior in one important way
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Ellesmere Port
Ellesmere Port
Driver got out of his van and attacked cyclist after Ellesmere Port crash
A 35-year-old man has been arrested
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Firefighters remain on scene after tackling huge fire at Runcorn farm through the night
Runcorn
Fire crews from several Cheshire stations battled the large fire
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Ellesmere Port pervert caught with over 8,000 indecent images of young children
Great Sutton
Mark Donaghey, 59, was caught with 8,008 indecent images of children, including 944 images falling into the most grievous category of child abuse image and others described by police as 'extreme'
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Ellesmere Port Market to stay open during major revamp with works running into 2025
Ellesmere Port
The transformation plans have been rubber-stamped
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Ellesmere Port Market revamp can help 'regenerate town centre' as plans set for go-ahead
Ellesmere Port
The proposals, which include turning the flea market into an event space and bar, are recommended for approval despite some concerns
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Primark to make change that could see shoppers stopped after 'rise' in crime
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Police name woman charged after 'deliberate' fire set on quiet Middlewich cul-de-sac
Middlewich
A 36-year-old woman has been charged with arson after a fire at a property on the quiet road she lives on
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Priest appears in court accused of rape and sexual assault against churchgoers
Crime
The Reverend is charged with one count of rape and 33 counts of indecent assault against former members of a church congregation
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Drug dealers caught by police after white Audi pulled over
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The pair’s illegal activity came to an abrupt end when police on patrol stopped a white Audi A4 due to the erratic driving
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Warrington resident evicted and home boarded up by police after residents 'live in fear'
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Police say the eviction comes following reports of drug abuse and disorder - which had neighbours 'living in fear'
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Showbiz
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Yvette Fielding has her say on 'ghosts' caught on Ring cameras
A recent submission saw 'halos' floating above a woman's bed in a home where a man called Eddie had died
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Del Boy and Rodney top poll of favourite small business owners
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'Everyone jealous' as twins get to cuddle Leo Woodall in One Day
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Mum Holly has explained how they got the role in the Netflix drama and what happened on set
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Cream selling one every five minutes since appearance on Dragons' Den
Showbiz
Jasmine walked out with three investors
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Traffic & Travel
Lymm
Large housing estate to be built in one of Cheshire's most sought-after villages despite controversy
The 170-home development looks set to go ahead despite traffic concerns
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Air ambulance called in as crash shuts Cheshire road for five hours
Traffic and Travel
Police, paramedics and firefighters were called to Runcorn's Windmill High Avenue North
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Watch as lorry turns into M6 fireball and loud bangs heard
Traffic and Travel
Video from the scene shows the lorry well alight as an explosion is heard
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Live: M6 in Cheshire shut as lorry engulfed in flames
Traffic and Travel
Traffic camera images show smoke rising from the motorway
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Live: Major Cheshire road blocked after car and motorbike collide
Traffic and Travel
Traffic is queueing on the A540 Parkgate Road
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Boxing fans watching Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou will get handy TV bonus
Anthony Joshua takes on Francis Ngannou tonight in the hottest boxing bout of 2024 so far but, if the excitement of the fight wasn't enough, British fans can get a handy extra when signing up to watch
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Primark to make change that could see shoppers stopped after 'rise' in crime
Primark is making a change to its carrier bags to help stop shoplifters
Driver got out of his van and attacked cyclist after Ellesmere Port crash
Ellesmere Port
A 35-year-old man has been arrested
Police name woman charged after 'deliberate' fire set on quiet Middlewich cul-de-sac
Middlewich
A 36-year-old woman has been charged with arson after a fire at a property on the quiet road she lives on
'Our son was a loving, intelligent boy - then he fell down the QAnon rabbit hole'
NHS
Liam McGenity was a talented musician and businessman - but his life was turned upside down when he started believing in QAnon conspiracies
Teenage girl hit by car in Runcorn as police hunt driver
Runcorn
The driver involved in the collision failed to stop