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Stories for 28 June 2006

Freetime Arts

Events round up

ONE of the country's most popular spiritualist mediums is giving mid Cheshire people another chance to see him in action - and Guardian readers could be there free. more...

Michael sets sail for Kensuke's Kingdom

A SHIPWRECKED boy finds himself apparently stranded on a desert island with only his dog for company when a classic children's story is brought to life next month. more...

music round up

A CUTTING edge depiction of the 40s jazz era unfolds at Bolton's Octagon theatre in The Billie Holiday Story. more...

Middlewich Cricket

Middlewich forget past poor form

MIDDLEWICH CC 1sts bounced back from a disappointing performance last week to record a winning draw against basement team Brooklands. more...

Middlewich News

TEENAGE CHEAT IS JAILED FOR DECEPTION

A MIDDLEWICH dad-to-be who tried to con a businessman out of a consignment of Mercedes vans has been jailed for six months. more...

Show off your dogs

WAGGY tails and sad puppy dog eyes will be winning prizes when Middlewich hosts its first dog show this summer. more...

A touch of colour

A COLOURFUL mural that will welcome boaters, cyclists and pedestrians to Middlewich is nearing completion. more...

Step up security or risk being a victim

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a number of incidents in the Croxton Lane area over the weekend. more...

Council could call on pubs and schools for support

COUNCILLORS hope to make sure Middlewich takes its fair share of a county-wide policing opportunity. more...

Calls are on the up

CRIME in Middlewich is going down but the number of calls to police are on the increase, according to figures released this week. more...

A bench with a roof is nothing to worry about

A CONTROVERSIAL youth shelter is nothing but a park bench with a roof on it, according to Middlewich police. more...

Chadwick plans are submitted

PLANS to demolish sheltered elderly housing and build 22 two-storey homes in Middlewich have been submitted to Congleton Borough Council. more...

Use them or lose them, warns events organiser

A FLEDGLING farmers' market could come under threat in Middlewich if shoppers do not come out in force and support the event. more...

Service led by former minister

A MIDDLEWICH church is celebrating its 209th anniversary with a return visit from a former minister. more...

It's a beautiful pile of bricks...

A LANDMARK building may not be the obvious choice for a hidden gem but the walls of St Michael's Church hide some unique treasures amid a history spanning centuries. more...

Solution is in sight to stop all the confusion

THE debate surrounding a Middlewich bus stop should soon be cleared up thanks to the Guardian. more...

Designs on the future

A NEW logo and identity will be developed for Congleton Borough Council in a bid to update its image. more...

Civic's future up for debate

A DIFFICULT decision lies in store for Middlewich Town Council about the future management of the civic hall and Victoria Buildings. more...

Families join forces

THE family of missing student Steve Cook have joined forces with the Michael Shields campaign in a bid to bring both men back home. more...

Northwich Blues

GILL LEAVES FOR WITTON

WINSFORD United reserve team boss Neil Gill has jumped ship to Witton Albion. more...

Northwich Business

Helping firms to thrive

A GROUP of businessmen have launched a 'virtual corporation' aimed at providing expert services for new enterprises in mid Cheshire. more...

Learn to be a new Joe Cole

CHILDREN in mid Cheshire have been having fun on the football pitch with the help of a new business set up to develop young talent. more...

Northwich Cricket

Bassano gets better as Park go second

OULTON Park opener Chris Bassano simply can not stop scoring runs at the moment. more...

Rain wrecks Cheshire chances

OULTON Park batsman Danny Leech has been in the runs for Cheshire, but their hopes of victory have again been washed away by the weather. more...

Northwich Emmacameron

Shopkeepers say village parking is still a worry

A PLAN to restrict parking outside popular Hartford shops is causing renewed concern in the village. more...

Music lover Jo vows to carry on the good work as community's new parish clerk

HARTFORD Parish Council will soon be playing to a new beat thanks to the arrival of the new clerk. more...

Northwich Gemmasproston

Rachel the survivor wins the chance of a lifetime

A PICKMERE teenager who spent months recovering from a potentially life-threatening illness is to study at one of the world's top universities. more...

Plan is turned down

plans for a controversial dog grooming room in Lostock Gralam have been turned down. more...

Northwich Letters

Please take the time to look and you might save a life

TO all car drivers, I feel I must write in the hope that it may make even one person aware of their appalling driving. more...

Drug addicts should get their heroin

on the NHS more...

IT is with dismay I read the news that the French and Italians are disposing of surplus wine stocks, because when you visit our local retail outlets there is no decent choice of either, unless of course you are prepared to pay more than £5. more...

Why I'm part of the new ASBO generation

RESPECT for the law and the desire to enforce it has now all but ceased. Tony Blair's law-abiding majority are already in receipt of an ASBO - Abandoned, Sacrificed, Bewildered, Overtaxed. more...

Credit where it's due

AFTER the recent negative publicity regarding the staff at Northwich Tesco, I felt I had to write regarding my own recent experience. more...

A grave situation

I WAS shocked to see the disgusting state of Barnton Cemetery with weed covered path, grass mowings spattered on gravestones and grass cuttings on the marble chipping of graves. more...

Nothing but praise for

infirmary more...

Pretty

as a more...

Northwich News

WHO COULD SINK AS LOW AS THIS?

A HORRIFIED council worker who discovered a pig's head among flowers laid in tribute to a dead policeman says he is ashamed to live in Northwich. more...

Why this sick act has reinforced the vital role of police

LIKE many people who read the story about the desecration of a memorial for PC Tony Heaton, I find the actions of the people responsible difficult to comprehend. more...

Attack victim is left in critical condition

A NORTHWICH man is in a critical condition following an attack on Northwich railway bridge. more...

Brothers enjoy day out at the Palace

A PAIR of lucky brothers from Delamere Park enjoyed a magical occasion as they joined in the fun at a star studded Royal party. more...

Delighted Samantha set for her crowning glory

CROWNS are being polished and float decorations finished in readiness for Northwich Carnival this weekend. more...

When the tears are over we'll celebrate Tony's life

THE funeral has taken place of a Winsford police officer who died in a motorcycle crash in Northwich. more...

Thieves target parked vehicles

FOUR thefts from cars took place in the Northwich area overnight between Sunday and Monday, which police believe could be linked. more...

Illegal waste dumpers on notice

CHESHIRE County Council is set to introduce a household waste permit scheme in a bid to combat illegal trade waste deposits. more...

Campaign to reopen bridge is given boost

CAMPAIGNERS fighting to get a condemned Northwich footbridge reopened have been given a glimmer of hope. more...

Spate of car raids is a worry

POLICE are alerting people to be on guard against car thieves following a spate of thefts from vehicles in Northwich. more...

Brother vows to go to court over care costs

AN Acton Bridge man is threatening to take Central Cheshire Primary Care Trust to a judicial review over the lack of funding available for the care of his sick brother. more...

Patients to receive new choice

MORE choice is being offered to the residents of central Cheshire who require orthopaedic surgery. more...

Are the stars out today?

CROWDS flocked to Comberbach on Saturday to enjoy the 60th rose fete with the theme of Space Oddity. more...

Appeal over 'no' to waste scheme

AN appeal has been lodged against a Cheshire County Council decision to turn down a controversial application for a rubbish handling business in Marston. more...

Stables plan thrown out again

THE Planning Inspectorate has thrown out an appeal for an equestrian centre in Marston but applicants are hopeful they can still bring horse riding to the village. more...

Cash to end knife crime

THE Government is providing £250,000 to help communities tackle gun and knife crime following a knife amnesty hailed in Cheshire as a success. more...

Bands seek your votes in showdown

THERE has been a late surge of entries during the past week with 30 bands joining the Local Heroes event, hoping to be propelled on the road to fame. more...

Staff to face the axe if Government merges force

UP to 174 police jobs could be lost across Cheshire if a controversial merger with Merseyside ever gets the go ahead. more...

Farmer swaps his pigs for pedals

A PIG farmer is already planning his next challenge after arriving back from a gruelling 430-mile cycle trek. more...

I won't let this incurable illness get me down

LEARNING to live with an incurable fatal disease has become a day-to-day reality for one mid Cheshire couple. more...

Northwich Other Sport

Heat hits Jones in Italy race

CRAIG Jones toiled in soaring temperatures in the sixth round of the Superbike World Championship. more...

Class tells as KW Transport claim cup victory

LACK of experience told in the end as KW Transport beat Swift 2-0 after extra time in the final of the Moss Farm 7s Super Cup last Wednesday. more...

Northwich Schools

Headteacher proud school is 'outstanding'

THE Grange School in Hartford is celebrating after it was described as an 'outstanding' school in an Ofsted report. more...

Art fulfills dreams

CHILDREN at Handley Hill Primary School in Winsford have been creating fantastic pieces of artwork based on their dreams. more...

Getting active

CHILDREN at Over Hall Community Primary School in Winsford are being encouraged to get active as part of a scheme to improve health and fitness. more...

Sack race

PUPILS at Cledford Junior School in Middlewich went sport mad by taking part in a fun packed day. more...

Northwich Stlukes

Future pop idols will get their big chance

WANNABE popstrels will have their chance to perform at a Winsford charity singalong this Friday. more...

Pampering provides a cash boost

A LITTLE luxury proved the winning way forward in Winsford as people lined up at St Luke's on Thursday to sample some treatments. more...

Walk bonus

TOTTING up the total raised from this month's Midnight Walk has been an ongoing battle for hospice fundraisers. more...

Musical treat

WEAVERHAM will be alive with the sound of music next month as a fundraiser takes place in the village. more...

Northwich Town

TOWN BOSS AIMING HIGH

MIDDLEWICH Town manager Terry Murphy wants this season to be his club's last in the Mid Cheshire League. more...

Northwich Vics

TRUST VOTE CALLED OFF

A BOARD member who wanted fans to fold Northwich Victoria Supporters' Trust has withdrawn his proposal. more...

Northwich Victoria make their first move into cyberspace

NORTHWICH Victoria have launched their official website. more...

Northwich Vivienkandel

We must act before a fatality

A RESIDENT says someone is going to be killed in Cuddington after a series of accidents and near misses on the stretch of Norley Road below Waste Lane. more...

Firm wants to work late

A PLANNING application has been submitted by Tunnel Motors, in Tunnel Road, to change when it can operate after complaints regarding the company working out of hours. more...

Northwich Witton

Albion join two teams

WITTON Albion are to merge their reserve and youth teams next season. more...

Witton look to local lads for the future

WITTON Albion have launched a search for future football stars. more...

Runcorn & Widnes News

Do you know this man?

NATIONWIDE hunt is under way to find a burglar who police believe may have struck in Cheshire. more...

Stadium singing the blues as deal agreed

LIVERPOOL, Manchester United and Middlesbrough are just some of the top Premiership teams who will be coming to Halton for the next three years. more...

High society at church hall

THEATRICAL costumes, amusing anecdotes, intriguing tales. more...

DRIVER, 41, DIES IN HORROR SMASH

A TAXI driver has died and five people, including four teenagers, were seriously injured after a horrific head-on smash on the Daresbury Expressway on Monday night. more...

Runcorn & Widnes Other Sport

Grapes win Roundhouse clash in darts' section four

Runcorn Apec Taxis Darts League more...

Cricketers win tight semi

WIDNES Cricket Club under 15s travelled to Atherton on Friday and won a very tight semi final. more...

Domino league meeting

HALTON Stadium Widnes and District Domino League is holding its AGM on Tuesday, July 4, at the RAOB Club, commencing at 8.15pm. more...

Captain's World Cup comment

By England schoolboys U18s captain Craig Heenighan. more...

Cricket club in £9.4m boost

WIDNES Cricket Club has become one of the first in England and Wales to benefit from the Government's £9.4 million community club development programme. more...

Hornets award

HALTON Farnworth Hornets were awarded Sport England 'Clubmark' and Halton Sports Partnership 'Club Halton' accreditation on June 16, 2006. more...

Runcorn News

Robbers could be in the red

THUGS attacked and robbed a security guard delivering cash to a busy supermarket before fleeing in a high-powered car. more...

'It's a victory for common sense'

SORRY, we made a mistake. more...

Fairytale favourites are mad little hatters!

SNOW White, Spiderman, and a Mad Hatter were among the guests at a celebration in Runcorn library. more...

Runcorn Residents' Federation AGM

A RESIDENTS meeting is being held next Wednesday (July 5) to discuss how 'monumental' changes in UK housing law could affect landlords and tenants in Halton. more...

Election follows resignation

FOUR candidates are battling to win the Castlefields seat left vacant following the resignation of ailing former Mayor and ex-Cllr Pat Tyrrell, 75, who had served the Runcorn New Town ward for more than 30 years. more...

Taxi driver dies in horror smash

A TAXI driver has died and five people have been seriously injured after a horrific head-on smash in Runcorn last night (Monday). more...

Creamfields will be held at Daresbury

RESIDENTS opposed to Creamfields being held at Daresbury this summer sighed as Halton Borough Council revealed just after 9pm last night (Tuesday) that a licence for the event had been passed. more...

Warrington News

Creamfields will be held at Daresbury

Delay over merger

POLICE chiefs say they are happy that plans to merge Cheshire and Merseyside police have been delayed. more...

'Don't tackle it yourself'

RESIDENTS have been warned they could face serious injury if they try to tackle wheelie bin fires on their own. more...

Safety sessions for youngsters at show

FIREFIGHTERS are setting up shop alongside the police at the Cheshire Show this week. more...

Chance for victims to feed back to police

VICTIMS of crime will soon be able to let police know what they thought of the service they received. more...

Don't suffer alone

A WARRINGTON-based charity is urging victims of domestic violence not to suffer in silence during the World Cup. more...

Loving cups run over at The Sportsmans Arms

DISABLED children were given a boost by the kind-hearted staff and regulars of The Sportsmans Arms in Penketh. more...

Let's hear it for carers!

WARRINGTON care groups rallied together to raise awareness for Carers' Week, last Thursday in a marquee in the town centre. more...

Preventing a fall

A SPECIAL event to promote fall prevention among older people will take place next week in Birchwood Shopping Centre. more...

Knitters know how to raise charity cash

PADGATE women showcased their knitting talent last week in a bid to raise cash for an international charity. more...

Widnes News

Police hunting car jacker

DETECTIVES are still hunting a man who robbed a motorist after deliberately crashing into him near a busy Widnes junction. more...

£5m BID TO BRING UP TO 3,000 JOBS

EXCITING £80m plans to launch an ambitious waterside development, creating 3,000 jobs, were given a £5.6m boost this week. more...

'It's a victory for common sense'

SORRY, we made a mistake. more...

The burning issue

TORCHING rubbish and attacking firefighters could put your family at risk - putting injured firefighters and damaged appliances off the road. more...

Centre opens

A NEW community venue opens in West Bank, Widnes, on Friday, June 30. more...

Creamfields will be held at Daresbury

Winsford Cricket

Dean gets job done

COLIN Dean cracked 87 as Winsford 1sts continued their climb towards the top of the table. more...

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Stories for 28 June 2006

Freetime Arts

Middlewich Cricket

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Northwich Blues

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Northwich Other Sport

Northwich Schools

Northwich Stlukes

Northwich Town

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