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Derek's toilet seat triumph

PROMISING designer Derek Muir could be forgiven for feeling a little flushed when he came up with his latest innovation. The 23-year-old, of Cronton, won £1,000 and was awarded the Design Innovation in Plastics award for his groundbreaking entry the '

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Name game for young

MIDDLEWICH youngsters are being urged to come up with a catchy name for a youth event and win a variety of worthwhile prizes. A gala day aimed at young people and the organisations that work with them is planned for September 24 with every organisation

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Bypass failure has made chaos worse

CHAOS caused by roadworks in the centre of Middlewich has prompted renewed calls for the completion of the eastern bypass. As Transco carry out essential repair work on underground gas mains, part of Lewin Street has been closed and Middlewich bound traffic

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Following her dad's footsteps

A DEDICATED Middlewich woman is looking forward to making her own mark as she joins her father on the town council. And 24-year-old Michelle Parsons will be supported all the way by her proud father and fellow town councillor Mike. Michelle, of Waterside

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Rogue traders are told 'we're on to you'

ROGUE traders who prey on vulnerable residents were targeted in Middlewich on Thursday in a crackdown on doorstep crime. Police in the eastern area joined forces with trading standards officers and officials from HM Revenue and Customs to tackle crooks

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Bomb hoax caller was 'irresponsible'

POLICE have condemned a hoax bomb threat made against a Winsford supermarket as 'completely irresponsible'. At 9.40am on Thursday a call was made from a telephone box in the Wharton area claiming there was a bomb in the Asda store at Winsford Shopping

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Mayor defends United Utilities

in row over burst water pipe WINSFORD Town Mayor Tony Hooton believes criticism directed towards United Utilities for the amount of time it took to repair a burst water pipe is unjustified. It was reported in last week's Guardian that residents were left

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The wind of change is good for my future

A MIDDLEWICH woman is hoping changes in the law will result in increased business for her security training firm. Victoria Wilkes, 35, set up VW Training International in January and is now trying to raise the profile of the business to attract more females

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He's gonna be a part of it, New York!

MEDIA student Paul Cannon was diagnosed with cancer a week before he started his degree. A year later, he has received the all-clear and is set to follow in the footsteps of Martin Scorsese and Oliver Stone by continuing his film studies in New York.

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Paracetamol caused death

A FATHER of four who avoided going to the doctors died before he could realise his dream of retiring abroad. Warehouse operator David Richardson, 59, dreamed of moving to Turkey but died of multi-organ failure after paracetamol slowly and fatally built

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Festival all systems go

ORGANISERS of this year's Northwich Festival are hopeful it will be their biggest and best yet following the unveiling of a bumper, four-day programme. The town's annual end-of-summer bash will run from Friday, August 26, until Monday, August 29, at Moss

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Pervert sent to prison after sex with girl, 13

A PERVERT tricked into a relationship with a schoolgirl who faked her age, continued to have sex with her despite discovering she was under 16. Nicholas McGibbon, 22, twice had sex with the 13-year-old girl, who cannot be named, after she said she was

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Bridge may close for major repairs

AGGREVATING disruption, infuriating queues and even closure could hamper motorists crossing Halton's traffic clogged bridge, transport chiefs have warned. Major repairs on the colossal 44-year-old steel structure had been postponed, pending confirmation

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Your chance to join festival

THE Voices in Vale Royal organisation is offering the area's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community the chance to join in one of the biggest gay pride events in the country. A minibus will take revellers to Manchester Pride from Winsford and

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Villagers lend a hand after vandal strikes

THE Weaverham community has been rallying round a pensioner who was devastated after vandals ripped up plants and threw them over a wall. Philip Kelly, 82, has already received a plant and a hanging basket from well-wishers after the incident which happened

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Show is best yet

ORGANISERS of the Weaverham village show are celebrating this week after their 12th annual event proved a huge success. Residents of Acton Bridge joined villagers at the community centre event on Saturday and took part in the action by competing for a

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There's no fuel like an old fuel

MEMBERS of the public can find out this month how a Plumley fuel factory stopped village residents from landing in a sticky wartime situation. The tour recalling the history of the Associated Octel works departs from Plumley village hall car park at 2pm

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Landlord's fears as swing bridge shuts

AN ANGRY Acton Bridge landlord has slammed the council for failing to address public concerns following the revelation the A49 swing bridge is to close for maintenance work. A Cheshire County Council spokesman confirmed in the Guardian last week the British

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Magic and wonder comes to Arley

MAGIC and wonder will be attracting the youngsters at Arley Hall's Wizard Week starting this Saturday. Children of all ages can enjoy a spell-binding schedule of activities, including a daily Alpaca Trek led by Khamikhah Guy, treasure hunts, mask making

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The villagers who make things happen

COMMUNITY spirit has proved to be a huge success in Antrobus - after residents reopened the village shop and ran it themselves. In the first year of trading, almost £6,000 was raised for the community including the school, two churches, the village magazine

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Driver was over the limit twice in a month

A NORTHWICH man was found asleep at the wheel of his car while nearly three times over the legal limit - twice within a month. Andrew Crick, 39, of Manor Road, Cuddington, admitted two offences of being in possession of a vehicle when alcohol levels in

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Glass attack leaves man needing 100 stitches in his face

POLICE are appealing for witnesses to come forward following a glass attack which left a Northwich man needing more than 100 stitches. The incident occurred between 11.30pm and midnight on Thursday, July 31, when the victim, who has not been named by

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Too scared to play

A SHOCK survey has revealed youngsters are reluctant to leave the comfort of their bedrooms because they fear for their safety. They also believe there are too few facilities for them. More than 670 children were interviewed ahead of national Playday,

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Injury jinx continues to hit Northwich

NORTHWICH were left reeling before this match as their worrying injury list lengthened. Opening batsman and brilliant fielder John Hughes was left with a broken thumb after last week's match and could be out for up to six weeks. But this failed to deter

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Win keeps Hartford top

HARTFORD extended their lead at the top of the Cheshire Building Society Alliance on Saturday with a comprehensive win over Kerridge at Grange Park. Hartford batted first, for only the third time this season, and runs were soon flowing on a good track

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Dave shows the way

DAVE Ashley turned in another impressive man of the match performance as Davenham CC U21s hammered Stockport to progress to the semi final of the Cheshire Knock Out Cup. Stockport batted first, but impressive bowling from opening pair Chris Latham and

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Victoria Stadium Three plead for change of heart

THREE members of Northwich Victoria Supporters Trust have written to chairman Mike Connett asking him to reconsider lifting the ban he imposed on them from attending matches at the Victoria Stadium. In a statement to the Guardian, James Wood, Mark Edgeley

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Seconds bounce back

OAKMERE CC 2nds maintained their title challenge and bounced back from last week's disaster, with a hard fought victory over Stockport Georgians. Winning the toss, Stockport elected to bat, and after the loss of an early wicket steadily built a solid

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Park rise to the occasion

WINNINGTON Park CC travelled to Cheadle Hulme on Saturday in what ranked as a must win game. Upon winning the toss Hayes elected to field on what was an indifferent track. Shingler bowled with express pace, backed up by Cowell, but without luck until

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Steve finds fine fin-ish

THIS week's Northwich Anglers' Association Saturday open was won by Steve Fleming, fishing for Drennan NW. Fleming, the best of 29 anglers on the day, fished from peg 41 on the boats and weighed in with 12-3-0 of roach and skimmers all caught on squatt

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CHAMP MAY RETIRE AT TOP

NORTHWICH'S own Tae Kwon Do master has added another gold medal to her glittering array of world gongs in the sport. Ruth Chare scooped the latest prize in the World Championships held in Cardiff last month and is now considering bowing out on a high

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WI Hut may go for car parking

BUSINESSES might end up renting an old WI Hut just to use its car park. Estate agent Rodney Jennings said there were so few spaces in Knutsford that the car park in Branden Drive was a valuable commodity. "The car park alone is worth the rent that we

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Sam's offer

TATTON Park's head gardener last week offered the girls a chance to make a difference - and make up for the damage they had caused. Sam Youd offered to teach them gardening skills and said they could be responsible for planting the flowers at Knutsford

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Shoppers shun town's streets

CARS - and their fumes - are driving shoppers away. Residents said until King Street were pedestrianised more would continue to desert the town. "The pavements are too narrow and the traffic is oppressive," said Mary Gracie. "This beautiful street would

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Choir returns from Isle trip

WARRINGTON'S award-winning male voice choir has just returned from a highly acclaimed charity tour of the Isle of Man. After a gap of 10 years, chairman Barrie Johnson led a delegation of 70-plus choristers and supporters in a host of organised, impromptu

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Hayfever sufferers make a beeline for Knutsford honey

HAYFEVER sufferers have been making a beeline for honey at Knutsford farmers' market. Stallholder Simon Nuttall said many customers believed they could boost their immunity to native pollens by eating locally-produced honey. "It's a theory that seems

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Kathleen doubles up for the big 100

IT is not just the Queen who has two birthdays, a Culcheth resident also has two celebrations - extra important when you commemorate your 100th. Kathleen Emily Wright, known as Emily to her friends, marked her 100th birthday on Saturday at the High Peak

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All the talk is about security...

PLANS to improve the communication lines between businesses in Birchwood to help boost security could be introduced. Members of the business community's Birchwood Forum will receive a copy of a study into security in the area at a meeting next month.

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Escalators go down

THE escalators from Golden Square Shopping Centre to the temporary bus station have been closed while foundation work is carried out to the new, permanent bus station. People with mobility problems or with pushchairs are being asked to use Horsemarket

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Bet on a good night for charity

A FUN casino is being run at Shelley's restaurant on Bold Street to raise money for Warrington Disability Partnership. All profits from the night, which starts at 7.30pm on August 25, will go to the charity. Tickets cost £20.

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Shoppers show their grand support for St Rocco's Hospice

WARRINGTON shoppers deserve a pat on the back after they helped raise more than £3,500 for St Rocco's Hospice. In just one week, the St Rocco's stall in the Golden Square Shopping Centre raised the amount from generous shoppers who gave donations, purchased

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Wolfie and boys roar in for Francesca

A YOUNG Warrington Wolves fan got to meet her heroes - thanks to a little help from the Guardian Midweek. Francesca George, aged 10, drew a picture of Wolfie and left it in reception at The Halliwell Jones Stadium for coach Paul Cullen and the team. But

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YMCA is hit with firebomb

POLICE are investigating a serious arson attack at the YMCA in Oakwood. The emergency services were called to a fire and explosion at the former Warrington Collegiate student accommodation in Hamnett Court that has been converted to 91 YMCA flats, at

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Seconds fail to win: Toft 2nd XI 182 for 6 Hyde 2nd XI 185 for1

Toft 2nd XI played host to Hyde on Saturday and were on the receiving end of a bad tempered contest. Outplayed from first ball to last of this premiership contest, it will need to be consigned to the history books as 'one of those days'. After winning

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Toft take a hiding: Toft CC 189 for 7 (55 overs) Hyde CC 193 for 4 (43 overs)

TOFT took a trip into the hills on Saturday to play Hyde and were put into bat on a perfect day for batting. Openers Blackburn and Bones got the innings off to a steady start in the face of some accurate bowling. Bones was the first to go for a well made

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Investigation into Temple tip-off continues

AN investigation into how a prominent councillor was tipped off by a police officer about sex allegations against him is still ongoing. On the demands of a Crown Court judge, Cheshire Police's professional standards department launched a probe after it

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Closely fought matches in the Leisure League

THIS week in the Widnes six-a-side Leisure League, both divisions produced lots of goals across some closely fought matches. Zante earned another victory as they beat Random Allstars 5-3. Old Un Villa keep up the pressure after a hard fought 4-3 victory

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Outcasts on top

Runcorn Apec Taxis Darts League A 6/3 WIN against Navvy lads last Thursday night has elevated Outcasts to the top of section two. Leaders RAOB Buffs slipped to joint second place after suffering their second consecutive defeat when going down 8/1 to next

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Cup glory memories recorded in new book

A BOOK written by schoolchildren charting 75 years of Widnes' Challenge Cup Final history has been launched in a blaze of glory. Legendary ex-players including Jonathan Davies, Chris Anderson and Paul Hulme recounted their Wembley memories to pupils from

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Gang of three hit bookies

POLICE are hunting a gang of robbers who threatened staff at a Farnworth bookmakers before making off with cash. The robbery happened just after 9pm on Saturday night at the Coral bookmakers on the corner of Peelhouse Lane and Derby Road, Widnes. Three

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The ball's in your court!

A NEW ball court kicked off this week, thanks to a dedicated team of residents. Exciting facilities, which include a community garden, have transformed the Kingsway estate. Halton MP Derek Twigg officially opened the new facilities, funded by £89,000

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Have your say on parish council plans

HALEBANK residents are being asked to comment on plans to create a parish council in their area. More than 470 people petitioned for the formation of the council and Halton Council have responded by sending a leaflet and questionnaire to every household

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AIMING FOR THE TOP

Winsford United manager Dave Twite expects his side to be challenging for the North West Counties Division Two title this term after narrowly missing out on promotion on the final day of last season. The Blues' boss has brought in a number of fresh faces

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Rugby legend shocked by friend's tragic death

LEGENDARY Widnes rugby star Reg Bowden has described his shock at hearing how a friend and business partner killed himself after racking up crippling debts. Window salesman Alan John Tull, 49, was three times over the drink-drive limit when he hanged

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Bridge may close for major repairs

AGGREVATING disruption, infuriating queues and even closure could hamper motorists crossing Halton's traffic clogged bridge, transport chiefs have warned. Major repairs on the colossal 44-year-old steel structure had been postponed, pending confirmation

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Bridge of sighs

ABSOLUTELY gutted, devastated and exasperated. That's how disillusioned campaigners blasted the Government's shock move to delay a decision on the £335m new Mersey crossing - until 2006. "We are absolutely gobsmacked and gutted," said Cllr Rob Polhill

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Big dig reveals the past

MIDDLEWICH heritage buffs started digging into the town's past on Monday in a long-awaited excavation. Enthusiasts are delving deep and exploring their Norman heritage as part of the second phase of the Middlewich Archaeology Project. Professional archaeologists

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Mayor hails care home expansion

A NEW 20 bedroom wing that has opened at a Middlewich care home proves it is going from strength to strength. A bustling open day and summer fair heralded the official opening of the wing at The Manor Care Home, on Greendale Drive in Manor Park. Town

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I CAN'T TAKE ANY MORE

A DEVASTATED farmer and his family could be forced to sell up after being hit by burglars for the third time in two years. Middlewich couple Barry and Liz Edwards, who farm more than 100 acres of land off White Hall Lane in Warmingham, have reached the

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Dancing made man 'lose it'

A WINSFORD man has been fined £500 for 'losing it' after seeing his girlfriend dancing with another male at a party and smashing a glass door panel in his fury. Daniel Woodward, 23, of Springbank Crescent, pleaded guilty to a charge of threatening behaviour

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Festival brings host of attractions to town

THE sounds of some of the town's finest up and coming bands will fill the air this weekend at the Winsford Riverside Festival. Organisers are hopeful the festival will be a huge success and raise awareness of one of Winsford's most picturesque areas.

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Jack celebrates his 100th birthday

A WINSFORD man who attended the wedding of the Queen Mother in 1923 is this week celebrating his 100th birthday. Jack Horton, who lives at The Laurels care home on Walnut Drive, turns 100 today and described the occasion as 'very exciting'. He welcomed

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John turns 101

A WINSFORD man who spent much of his life travelling the world has been celebrating his 101st birthday this week with friends and family. John Malone, who lives at Morningside Care Home on Swanlow Lane, had a wonderful time at his birthday party yesterday

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Duo demand action on illegal parking

TWO Winsford town councillors are calling for patrols to be stepped up on the Grange estate to identify illegally parked vehicles. Clr Des Worthington and Clr Peter Gannon believe cars parked dangerously close to junctions have been responsible for a

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Court tells teenager to behave or go to prison

A WINSFORD teenager has been issued with an Anti-Social Behaviour Order (ASBO) and warned she will be sent to prison if she breaches any of its conditions. Samantha Morgan, 15, of Bramhall Close, will be subject to the ASBO until she is 18 after magistrates

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Police hail crackdown on drunks

A TROUBLE free night out was had by everyone in Winsford at the weekend thanks to a police operation aimed at clamping down on drunken disorder. Operation Yellow Card has been hailed as a huge success with just one arrest made in the town throughout Friday

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Pet dog was killed and slung on to a garage roof

A WINSFORD woman is appealing for information to catch the person responsible for killing a dog and slinging it on to a garage roof. Tricia O'Hare, of Nixon Drive, has described the death of the 18-month-old Yorkshire terrier as 'horrifying'. She is now

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DEATH CRASH

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a man died when his car collided with a van on Eaton Lane in Tarporley. The 24-year-old, from the Tarporley area, has not yet been named by police following the crash at the Lodge Lane junction at 5.45pm on Friday

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Firm leads green way

A NORTHWICH transport firm is delighted the Government has endorsed its concerns about the environmental cost of transporting food. Green Routes, based in Winnington, has a fleet of vehicles, which are run entirely on renewable fuel and has welcomed a

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The past raises cash

SOME of the world's most historic headlines can be bought on the Internet thanks to a Northwich e-commerce company. ITQ Solutions has set up the website newspapersremembered.co.uk which sells newspapers from more than 100 years ago. The company decided

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Brothers sentenced for attack

MOBILE phone pictures helped identify two brothers who attacked an eastern European on Runcorn High Street. Edgars Mardekajs had only been in the UK for a month, had a work permit and was employed. On Saturday, April 23 he went out with his friend Karel

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Questions on

London events are answered IT is now almost five weeks since the London bombings and their aftermath and Cheshire Police have been inundated with questions on safety issues from the public. Asst Chf Con Garry Shewan is leading the police response to the

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Job scheme opens door for Edward

A UNIQUE scheme in mid Cheshire is proving a phenomenal success in helping people back to work. The Developing Options scheme sets a benchmark for similar projects across the UK with a 45 per cent success rate that is much higher than that of other schemes

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Girl, 19, stole clothes

A NORTHWICH teenager admitted stealing £70 worth of stock from two town centre stores when she appeared before magistrates on Thursday last week. Gemma Claire Parkes, 19, of Cockington Close, Leftwich, took bras and socks from Matalan worth £37.50 before

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Brothers remember the fallen of Moulton

A TRIO of brothers from mid Cheshire have returned home from a trip they will never forget. Brian, David and Paul White spent three-and-a-half days touring the cemeteries of France and Belgium on their motorbikes after being inspired by books about the

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Golden couple who just want to dance night away

A LOSTOCK couple will be celebrating 50 years of married bliss doing what they love most - dancing the night away. Norman and Kathleen Insley, of Townshend Road, plan to mark their golden wedding anniversary this Saturday on the dance floor, precisely

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Bridge of sighs

ABSOLUTELY gutted, devastated and exasperated. That's how disillusioned campaigners blasted the Government's shock move to delay a decision on the £335m new Mersey crossing - until 2006. "We are absolutely gobsmacked and gutted," said Cllr Rob Polhill

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Friends put best foot

forward...to Villa Park TWO friends are walking 110 miles from the Reebok Stadium in Bolton to Villa Park in Birmingham to raise money for a cancer charity. Bolton Wanderers' FC fanatics Andrew Gartside and Chris Eyres set off last Monday, as the result

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No VJ Day service upsets parishioner

A WEAVERHAM churchgoer has expressed disappointment after the parish church decided not to host a VJ Day service. The woman, who did not wish to be named, asked officials at St Mary the Virgin C of E Church if they would be willing to arrange a commemorative

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Pupils return from holy pilgrimage

PAST and present pupils from St Nicholas High School are enjoying a well-earned rest after returning last week from a trip to Lourdes. A group of 50 current and former pupils from the Hartford school joined around 300 others from the Shrewsbury diocese

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Drugs mystery of the 60 dumped syringes

POLICE patrols are to be stepped up at a Weaverham St JohnAmbulance HQ following suggestions the area around the site has become a meeting place for drug users. But Paul Walton, divisional superintendent for St John Ambulance, has quashed rumours that

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Angry man smashed counter

A NORTHWICH man who shattered a glass counter in a town centre takeaway was sentenced at Northwich Magistrates Court on Thursday. Andrew Bramley, 24, of Maple Grove, was given a 100-hour community punishment order, a community rehabilitation order and

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Supermarket strike fears as unions ballot

MORE than 550 workers at Morrisons' Gadbrook Park distribution depot are to be balloted on strike action, which if successful could leave shop shelves empty. The move forms part of a co-ordinated national plan in five key warehouses stretching from Scotland

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Man threatened to slit partner's throat

A NORTHWICH man will be sentenced in Crown Court after admitting threatening to kill his former partner in a 999 call. Robert Knight, 43, of Lilac Drive, appeared in Northwich Magistrates' Court on Wednesday, where he pleaded guilty to threatening to

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JAILED FOR VICIOUS ASSAULT

A CUDDINGTON man who attacked two teenagers with a wooden plank has been made the subject of a three-year ASBO and received a 12-month prison sentence. Marc Terence Ashbrook, of Fir Road, appeared at Chester Crown Court yesterday, Tuesday, having previously

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Half centurions keep Weaverham Holden on to league place

WEAVERHAM followed up their win of the previous week against leaders Marple with a thumping 10-wicket victory over bottom club Mere at Wallerscote Road on Saturday. This win means Weaverham have now moved up to fourth from the bottom in Meller Braggins

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Davies makes fast work of batsmen

OULTON Park travelled to Chester Boughton Hall and won by seven wickets with 41 overs to spare to maintain their ECB Premiership challenge on Saturday. In the absence of Stewart Eaton, John Davies seized a rare chance to open the bowling and in 16 overs

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Paul steers a steady course towards title

NORTHWICH motorcyclist Paul Turner is within touching distance of the chequered flag following a fine fifth round performance in the EMRA championship at Mallory Park. Castle-based Paul steered his Kawasaki ZXR400 to second and third placed finishes in

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Rob proves too strong for favourite Glynn

ROB Winnington ripped up the form book on Friday night as he claimed his maiden victory in the Roberts Bakery Cup Final against mid Cheshire's star turn Glynn Cookson. The Frodsham Red Lion bowler lifted the silver trophy under the floodlights at Owley

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Girl yobs shame Knutsford

GIRLS who ripped up plants at Knutsford train Station have brought shame on the town. Graham Clarke, editor of an international gardening magazine, highlighted their behaviour after his reporter Kris Collins visited Knutsford for the RHS Flower Show.

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It was 20 years ago today ...

WHEN Lesley Makerfield dropped off her son Ryan at nursery 20 years ago, little did she know that it would be the start of a long and rewarding career in childcare. And as the doors to The Little Nippers Nursery, based at University College Chester's

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Health advice for families

FAMILIES of prisoners at Risley Prison have been given advice on health issues over the past couple of months. The events, held in the visitors centre, have given families an opportunity to ask questions about health issues and learn more about services

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Going out on a limb to trace family tree

I N 1696, baby John Delooze was baptised in the Parish Church. Three hundred years later his descendents are still living in Warrington and one is plotting their family tree. Gail Cordon, whose family name is Delooze, aged 35, of Kintore Drive, Great

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Farm's finances are on track thanks to radio cash injection

MILLINGTON-based charity The Children's Adventure Farm Trust has received a £50,000 grant. The charity, near Lymm, which provides trips and care for disabled and disadvantaged children, will build a wheelchair track with the money. Helen Crowther, senior

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A blooming marvellous win for Mr Smith's gorgeous garden

GREEN fingered have tenants won prizes for their stunning gardens from Golden Gates Housing. The annual competition has categories for the overall-best garden, best year-round appearance, garden around a house, disabled person's garden, garden around

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Toft take a hiding ..

Toft CC 189 for 7 (55 overs) Hyde CC 193 for 4 (43 overs) Hyde won by six wickets Toft took a trip into the hills on Saturday to play Hyde and were put into bat on a perfect day for batting. Openers Blackburn and Bones got the innings off to a steady

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Be a sport - try your hand as a volunteer

HOT on the heels of London's successful Olympic bid, Volunteer Centre Warrington is promoting opportunities in sport. Throughout August people are invited to call in to it centre on Suez Street, to discover more about volunteer opportunities. Sandra Wahlers

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M62 lane closures

DELAYS could hit the M62 as up to three lanes are closed until the end of the year. It's because from Monday, August 15, the road is being resurfaced between junction seven, Rainhill, and junction eight, Burtonwood. A Highways Agency spokesperson said

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Food warning

FIREFIGHTERS are warning residents not to leave food unattended after a house fire in Padgate. Emergency services were called to an address in Valiant Close on Sunday, July 31, after a fire was started when a deep fat fryer was left switched on. Crews

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College takes plans on the road

STAFF at Warrington Collegiate are taking to the streets to promote a multi-million pound development. Work on the £27m new build of the Winwick Road college, due for completion in September 2006, is gathering pace and the college is holding a number

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Bankmen lose out

RADBROKE Hall lost despite Northwich struggling with a growing injury list. On a Radbroke Hall wicket that was green and still being prepared, Northwich captain John O'Sullivan won the toss and immediately offered to insert the hosts. The plan almost

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Breaking the silence

DUBBED 'The Silent Killer', asbestos has left thousands of victims suffering an excruciating death. But, thanks to a dedicated team of volunteers, a lifeline has given hope to many of their relatives. "We must have helped people claim millions of pounds

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Tickets up for grabs

WIN family tickets worth £26.95 to two top Halton attractions in our summer competition. We have teamed up with Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Norton Priory to give away six pairs to lucky World readers. Whatever the weather, there's lots to do

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Tunes of glory

MUSIC magazine 'Feedback' is celebrating after hearing it is to get funding from the Lottery's 'Awards for All' scheme to produce their next book. They will receive £5,000 - the maximum amount dished out under the scheme - to publish a collection of stories

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Museum is Catalyst for pupils' artwork

IMAGINATIVE children have captured the magical appeal of Catalyst - in an inspirational art competition. The winning and eye-catching entries will be displayed in the newly decorated education centre in September. Director Julie Burgess-Wilson said: "

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Man vandalised ambulance

A 19-YEAR-OLD man was given a two-year conditional discharge after vandalising equipment inside an ambulance in Halton. Ian James, from Parker's Court, Runcorn, ripped out the vehicle's Mobile Data Terminal machine, which left the ambulance out of service

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'Just wanna' see my teddy bear

ELVIS will be lonesome tonight if he's not returned to his 'sender'. Baby Jacob Powell is all shook up after his beloved ted 'Elvis' disappeared. "It's been a nightmare trying to get him to bed," said his distraught mum, Kelly, of Runcorn." He doesn't

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Appeal for man missing since July

POLICE have appealed to the public to help find a Widnes man who has been missing since last month. Michael Renyard, 58, was reported missing from his home in Clapgate Crescent on July 17 and police have since conducted extensive enquiries in the Widnes

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African designs on the Miss England title

AN African fashion designer is hoping to help Runcorn model Kelly Murrell win her dream title - and be crowned Miss England. Nadia Fitzsimons has created exclusive designs for fashion shows in her home country, Sierra Leone. "I would like to sponsor Kelly

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Man, 49, died choking on a piece of toast

A SCHIZOPHRENIC died after choking on a piece of toast during breakfast at a care home, an inquest has heard. Gerald Jackson, 49, developed the condition in his early teens having enjoyed a happy childhood in Widnes. The inquest heard how his illness

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Darts results and fixtures

Runcorn APEC Taxi Darts Results for August 4 Section One: Halfway A 6 Albion 3; Likely Lads 3 Lion Doo Waps 6; Navvy 5 Tranny Lads 4; Tricorn 5 Clarry B 4. Section Two: Navvy Lads 3 Outcasts 6; Red Admiral 3 Dreadnaughts 6; Wanderers 8 RAOB Buffs 1; Halton

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President's Cup

Halton Bayer Cricket President's Cup Final Ditton CC (145 for seven) Parklands (142 for nine) DITTON CC took on arch rivals Parklands, in the enthralling President's Cup Final on Thursday. For his great batting display of 50, Murphy was adjudged his man

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Moorfield victorious

Widnes Moorfield 25 Ashton Bears 24 MOORFIELD began well with Paul Rostance crossing wide out and Gary Richardson getting on the end of a Tony Mahar grubber to touch down, Mahar landing a conversion. On top at 10-0 up Moorfield conceded two breakaway

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Jaguars triumph

Halton Jaguars v Manchester A HALTON Jaguars baseball team consolidated their position at the top of the table with a competent win over Manchester A's at Allen Field last Sunday. In the top of the first, singles to Rob Mills and Tyler Mattler were converted