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  • St. Patricks Celebration in Nantwich

    According to the organisers, after the roaring success of this sell-out event at the Civic Hall last year it has now become an annual 'must see' show, and will be repeated on Saturday, March 15. Irish dance stage group, The Shannon Irish Dancers and five

  • Beth Gibbons and Rustin Man @ Liverpool Academy.

    FANS of Portishead will be in for a surprise when vocalist Beth Gibbons appears at the Liverpool Academy on Tuesday, February 25. Currently on a break, Gibbons has been working with Talk Talk's Paul Webb - aka Rustin Man on music quite different from

  • Recycling scheme aims to help church

    A NEW recycling scheme will see businesses on Winsford Industrial Estate clean up the environment and help a Northwich church to raise vital cash. Companies in Meridian House - a complex home to 30 businesses ranging from IT trainers to foodservice providers

  • Student hurt in vicious attack

    A STUDENT had his jaw fractured by a gang of school kids in a "vicious and cowardly" attack in Runcorn. At 7.15pm last Tuesday, the 17-year-old walked out of The Heath Campus, in Clifton Road, and walked towards Moughland Lane. He passed a group of six

  • Regional park is on the horizon

    A REGIONAL park in the Weaver Valley could be on the cards to encourage tourism and leisure activities in the area. The project was on the agenda at the Vale Royal County Forum when members were informed of discussions between the county council and North

  • Trust is on move to help tenants

    TENANTS could benefit from improved services as Weaver Vale Housing Trust relocates to Winsford Industrial Estate. The move is to improve services, customer care and to accommodate staff as the Careline service develops and tenants will have their own

  • Local MP's speak out about going to war

    Local MP's speak out about going to war SOUTH Cheshire's MPs spoke to the Guardian this week of their doubts about sending British troops into war against Saddam Hussain. But despite their concerns, all politicians insisted that the Iraqi ruler represents

  • Lighting up lives

    THEY'RE not just there for the bad things in life, as Co-op Funeral employees demonstrated when they presented a cheque for £800 to St Rocco's Hospice, the proceeds of their own 'Light up a Life' campaign. In conjunction with St Rocco's own campaign,

  • Council slammed on plans concern

    PLANNING officials at the Town Hall have again been criticised by a report that says too little has been done to address concerns over fraud and corruption. The scrutiny committee will meet tonight, Tuesday, to consider the Annual District Auditor's letter

  • Can you help me cope with the loss of my daughter?

    I lost my daughter last April with a very rare disease, she was 25 years old. I miss her so much, can you tell me anything to help me cope. I believe that she is with her Grandmother on the other side, but I would just like to know that she is safe and

  • Could my son still be around?

    After losing my son we feel sometimes that he is around and playing games, could this be true? Jean, Warrington Dear Jean, Is there some kind of significance to kitchen cupboard doors in your home, as I keep been shown doors that will not shut because

  • Tried spells - but nothing seems to work

    Six months ago my partner left me and is living with someone else. He still keeps in touch from time to time and I get the feeling he still has feelings for me. I have been very depressed and pray everyday he will return. I go to Warrington Spiritualist

  • Should I take the plunge?

    I was born on 26/10/84 in Scunthorpe and I have been lucky in love over the past couple of years. There is a man who I am attracted to, but I have no idea whether he feels the same, and I cannot ask him because of the situation we are both in. His first

  • Who are the dark figures by my bed?

    Could you please tell me who I have been seeing at night. On two occasions I have had dark figures in my room sitting at the end of me bed, and standing by my bed. I felt like they were trying to have a conversation. I could here them talking, but I couldn't

  • Is my marriage over?

    I've been married nearly 20 years with two teenage children. I don't love my husband any more. He knows the situation but doesn't want me to leave. Should I stay or go? Janet, Sale Dear Janet, Deep in your heart you know the answer to this question. Neither

  • Scared by my experiences

    Before my questions I would like to say that I have always thought that people are trying to tell me something but I'm to scared to listen to them and I force myself to wake up. I have two questions with dreams: 1. My father died eight years ago and I

  • Can you contact our much-loved son?

    I would appreciate it very much if you can make contact with our son. He died on the weekend of January 19/20, 2002. He was a well loved son who died only a few months after his 30th birthday. My wife and I never stop thinking about him most of the time

  • Scared of psychics

    I am thinking of going to see a psychic but I am a little scared of what they will say. Should I go? Samantha, Mansfield Dear Samantha, I'm glad you don't consider me a psychic .If you feel its right for you, go ahead and do it but try and go to someone

  • What happened to my uncle after he died?

    I'm 20 years old and my uncle died two years ago, he was the first family person who I knew to have died. And it has made me consider a lot of questions. What happens to him? Can he see me and my family now? If so, does he see EVERYTHING or pop in and

  • Will we get back together?

    Can you see me and my ex back together again? Lynn, Australia Dear Lynn, Is there someone in the back ground that you're missing? If you feel that there is a possibility of a reunion go ahead, but if not there is someone there waiting for you to notice

  • Linnets match called off

    THE Linnets' re-arranged match with Lancaster City in the Unibond Premier League has again been cancelled due to a frozen pitch. The match, due to kick-off at the Halton Stadium at 7.45pm tonight (Tuesday), would have been the side's first game since

  • Tenants invited to make their voices heard

    WEAVER Vale housing tenants will be given the chance to make their voices heard with the introduction of new discussion forums. The housing association is calling on all tenants and stakeholders to get involved by raising subjects of concern including

  • Have your say on housing

    MAKE your voice heard is the latest message from Weaver Vale Housing Trust. New faces and new ideas are wanted for a series of special meetings organised by the trust. The housing association is calling on tenants and other stakeholders to get involved

  • Right on Target!

    ST ROCCO'S Hospice is right on target after it secured a £3,500 donation from Target Worldwide Express. Dress down days, raffles and auctions within the company helped raise the cash for the hospice, Target's chosen charity of the year. Target Express

  • Ear patients set for major cash boost

    EAR patients at Warrington Hospital could be provided with modern digital hearing aids in the future, thanks to a major funding boost of £134,935. This will allow audiology facilities across North Cheshire Hospital NHS Trust to be upgraded and expanded

  • Echoes of 1993 as bomb experts explode package

    HUNDREDS were caught up in a bomb alert drama in Bridge Street last Thursday - just yards from the site of one of the 1993 explosions triggered by the IRA. Police evacuated shops, pubs and offices and put up a security cordon after a suspect bag was discovered

  • GRAVE CONCERN OVER CLUB PLAN

    D-DAY has arrived for a new three-storey Warrington superclub which has caused widespread consternation among neighbours and publicans. Councillors are expected tomorrow, Wednesday, to rule on blueprints which would see the former Co-op printing works

  • Waiting for my big break

    What is my next career move? I am waiting for my next break. Can you tell it exactly? I would greatly appreciate your response. Mag, formerly India, now UK Dear Mag, Stand up for yourself now and refuse to be a victim of circumstances. You need to see

  • Does my mum know how much I miss her?

    My mum died 8 years ago, does she know how much I still miss her? Andrea, St Helens Dear Andrea, Yes, she does - and of course she loves you, and although you did have your ups and downs, there is nothing for you to think negatively about now. Words may

  • Is the presence in my house cause for worry?

    I have always felt a presence in the house, sometimes it has been quite strong. My seven year old boy said he saw a bald man heads disappearing into the wall, then another day he said he saw two white lines drifting together then quickly parting, he said

  • Will dad care?

    Will the father of my child want to see him? Alison, Edinburgh Dear Alison, You should always think about the child in these situations. Do you feel that he could be a good father with the right influences in his life? Don't let your negative feeling

  • Career guidance, please

    Can you please tell me what I should proceed with 1. Advertising as a wedding photographer or 2. Advertising as a healer I know that I have the ability to do both, but which one will I have more success at? Tommy, Salford Dear Tommy, If you need money

  • I miss my daughter

    My eldest daughter, who is 23, has broken off all contact with me and I do not know why. I miss her so much, and wish I could put right whatever has gone wrong between us. Maeve, Cheshire Dear Maeve, Give her a call and speak to her. Things can only get

  • Head defends school after OFSTED inspector's report

    HEADTEACHER Les Jones stressed this week he had taken action to address concerns raised by a government schools inspector. Mr Jones is the head at Congleton High School, which was inspected by Graeme Clarke from OFSTED in December. He said a significantly