Early brick buildings include Peover Hall near Macclesfield (1585), Tattenhall Hall (pre-1622), and the Pied Bull Hotel in Chester (17th-century). [citation needed], Some settlements which were historically part of the county now fall under the counties of Derbyshire, Merseyside and Greater Manchester:[29][72][73][74]. The Cheshire Ring is formed from the Rochdale, Ashton, Peak Forest, Macclesfield, Trent and Mersey and Bridgewater canals. All rights reserved. [50], The boundary of the Church of England Diocese of Chester follows most closely the pre-1974 county boundary of Cheshire, so it includes all of Wirral, Stockport, and the Cheshire panhandle that included Tintwistle Rural District council area. Notable examples include Arley Hall near Northwich, Willington Hall[70] near Chester (both by Nantwich architect George Latham) and Overleigh Lodge, Chester. However, if you would like to, you can change your cookie settings at any time. She confirmed she had not changed her mind on 19 December 2007 and therefore the proposal to split two-tier Cheshire into two would proceed. All four local education authorities in Cheshire operate only comprehensive state school systems. [24], In 1182, the land north of the Mersey became administered as part of the new county of Lancashire, resolving any uncertainty about the county in which the land "Inter Ripam et Mersam" was. The Crewe campus of Manchester Metropolitan University was scheduled to close in 2019. Industrial buildings, such as the Macclesfield silk mills (for example, Waters Green New Mill), are also usually in brick. [60], The county has been home to many notable sports people and athletes. Call today on 0800 054 2500 for a quote. The chemical industry in Cheshire was founded in Roman times, with the mining of salt in Middlewich and Northwich. [10] Although the name first appears in 980, it is thought that the county was created by Edward the Elder around 920. Members against the proposal were advised that they may be unable to persuade the court that the decision of Hazel Blears was "manifestly absurd". Because of Cheshire's strategic location on the Welsh Marches, the Earl had complete autonomous powers to rule on behalf of the king in the county palatine. Harris, B. E., and Thacker, A. T. (1987). There are two universities based in the county, the University of Chester and the Chester campus of The University of Law. Northwich Festival of Arts returning this July, Councillor Louise Gittins elected Leader of Cheshire West and Chester Council, Chester's Northgate canal towpath reopens, Winners announced for the Grosvenor Museum's 13th Open Art exhibition, Local care leavers help to encourage more people to become foster carers, Residents invited to attend Northwich's third annual job fair and gain vital career support, Cheshire West Children and Families Service retains 'good' Ofsted rating, Council secures funding for beginners' writing and storytelling workshops, Private landlords and letting agents across west Cheshire invited to Landlord Forum, Council successfully prosecutes landlord for failing to comply with a Prohibition Order, Make your vote count during local council elections on 2 May. Cheshire West and Chester remains in Tier 2 over Christmas 17/12/2020. Harris, B. E., and Thacker, A. T. (1987); pages 340â341. [48], In 2001, the population density of Cheshire East and Cheshire West and Chester was 32 people per km2, lower than the North West average of 42 people/km2 and the England and Wales average of 38 people/km2. New Mexico Gov. All areas in England are medium, apart from those listed below as high or very high. This page was last edited on 28 February 2021, at 01:32. Additionally, another large portion of the Duddestan Hundred later became known as Maelor Saesneg when it was transferred to North Wales. [citation needed] Other local athletes include cricketer Ian Botham, marathon runner Paula Radcliffe, oarsman Matt Langridge, hurdler Shirley Strong, sailor Ben Ainslie, cyclist Sarah Storey and mountaineer George Mallory, who died in 1924 on Mount Everest. Other chemical companies, including Ineos (formerly ICI), have plants at Runcorn. It is mostly rural, with a number of small towns and villages supporting the agricultural and other industries which produce Cheshire cheese, salt, chemicals and silk.[8]. Neighbourhood Alert: community messaging system, All adults with a learning disability urged to get the COVID-19 vaccine, Cheshire and Merseyside health leaders launch drive to help Ethnic Communities feel safe about Covid-19 Vaccine following findings from insight research, Free PPE for extra resident unpaid carers in Cheshire, Council's scheme for more 20mph speed limits achieves impressive results, Council increases opening hours at some Household Waste Recycling Centres, Growth Track 360 welcomes Union Connectivity Review Interim Report and UK Government funding to make early progress on cross-border transport investment benefitting Wales and England, Council switches to gold standard green electricity tariff, Funding enables Council projects to boost culture and heritage, Last chance to have your say on recycling and waste disposal in the borough, Last chance to have your say on Social Welfare and Advice Services in west Cheshire, Students get access to two major construction sites, New COVID-19 testing centre announced for Chester, Cheshire West and Chester Council publishes report into 2019 flooding, Council's Redundancy Support programme helps 148 people secure new jobs, Council supports national campaign to stay takeaway safe, Council leader urges Prime Minister to support Ellesmere Port car plant, Chester Drainage Tunnel - forthcoming closure of Nuns Road, Care home residents across Cheshire to be allowed one visitor as part of cautious easing of lockdown, No-symptoms testing programme expands to tackle COVID-19, Annual count reveals fewer people are sleeping rough, Working together to deliver a successful Census 2021, Additional measures put in place as schools prepare to welcome all pupils back, Chester Bandstand presents an International Women's Day Special, Council secures funding to help improve energy efficient measures in local homes, Residents urged to continue to follow lockdown rules prior to schools opening, Lights, camera, action as borough's museums go digital, Council's budget to protect services for children and vulnerable people, Exciting future for pupils following decision to amalgamate schools, Cheshire West and Chester Council responds to news that the borough will not qualify for government flooding support, Village school creates opportunity to demonstrate its future, Funding for borough's libraries will provide projects to tackle loneliness, An opportunity for everyone at Shared Lives, Council leader stresses need to get infection rates down following roadmap out of Covid lockdown, Trial Emergency Active Travel lanes in Chester paused, COVID-19 vaccine doses given in Cheshire West and Chester passes 100,000, Cheshire West and Chester Council to host multi-agency flooding forum, Cheshire West leads the way to a green future, Gas main replacement works begin in Hoole, Work begins on temporary public space in Northwich town centre, Pub manager found guilty of watering down spirits, Actor Samuel West and other celebrities praise the work of young people in Cheshire, Vivo celebrates award for Apprenticeship programme, Council advises residents to book a COVID-19 test for a wider range of symptoms, More people in west Cheshire urged to shield against coronavirus after launch of national risk assessment tool, Stay safe at home this February half-term, Council reveals future plans for its Highways Service, Cheshire West and Chester Urgent Appeal for Care Heroes, West Cheshire renews Fairtrade borough status ahead of Fairtrade Fortnight, Growth Track 360 urges Chancellor to authorise rail investment in Mersey-Dee region, bringing benefits to England and Wales, Growth Track 360: Welcomes Royal Assent for HS2 Phase 2a Act (West Midlands to Crewe); and Calls for next HS2 Hybrid Bill to provide connectivity for the region, Helping vaccination travel plans go like clockwork in Chester, Ellesmere Port Hub - starts to take shape this week, Growth Track 360 and Mersey Dee Alliance call for Welsh Government's Transport Strategy to recognise crucial role of cross border travel, New policy allocates social housing to residents with the greatest need, Media students put their creative work on public display, Additional Rivacre routes revitalised and resurfaced, Please remove Christmas wreaths from cemeteries this month, Council launches plan for the borough to be carbon neutral by 2045, Council recognised for adapting well to national Covid challenges, Support for families over February half term, COVID-19 mass vaccination site to open in Chester, Hi-tech help for Cheshire West and Chester's Carers, Be one of the hundreds of empty homeowners revitalising their properties, Council leader says significant investment needed to safeguard Cheshire West from flooding, Council teams work around the clock to tackle the impact of extreme weather, Council sets out pandemic recovery budget in the face of huge financial pressures, Vaccine roll-out in west Cheshire care homes now complete, Council sets out timeline to learn from Northwich floods, Council offers opportunity to pay tribute as country records over 100,000 Covid-related deaths, Conman builder receives three years nine months prison, Council's green light for Clatterbridge campaign, Residents asked not to forget the essentials when shopping, Pandemic continues to impact waste collections services, Council leaders call for government action to support flood-damaged residents, Support still available for COVID-hit businesses in Cheshire West and Chester, Have your say on plans for new cycle paths, Mental health and wellbeing seminars launched for SMEs, Have your say on the future of recycling and waste disposal in Cheshire West and Chester, Chester's New Market launches trader recruitment drive, Share your views on Social Welfare and Advice Services in Cheshire West and Chester, Over 11,000 miles covered by rental e-scooters, Plans in place for potential flooding in Northwich, Champions help connect communities during the pandemic, Libraries move Health and Wellbeing Week activities online, Council invests in the future of Dee House, Pupils supported to continue learning during lockdown, Testing pilot expands for people without symptoms of COVID-19 in Cheshire West and Chester, Growth Track 360 calls for Union Connectivity Review to recommend coordinated cross-border transport investment benefitting Wales and England, Cheshire West and Chester innovative rural bus links, Giving local charities and community groups a real boost, Cheshire West and Chester residents asked to exercise caution and avoid busy areas to stop COVID-19, A new start: 2021 could be your year to foster, Ellesmere Port Hub - new opportunities for local businesses, Vivo celebrates accreditation for autism services, COVID-19 vaccinations roll out across the borough, Cheshire East Council launches jobs and training support programme for young people and adults, Letter to the Secretary of State for Health and the Secretary of State for Housing and Local Government about Covid, Stay at home plea for Cheshire West's clinically vulnerable, Council's warning about COVID-19 vaccination fraud, Council services affected by lockdown restrictions, Council's gritting team is prepared for peak winter operations, Not too late to give your views on wildflowers, green spaces and play, Cheshire West and Chester Council's support for businesses during lockdown Stay at Home restrictions, Cheshire West and Chester Council urges everyone to follow restrictions during lockdown, Primary and special schools in Cheshire West and Chester to open on Monday 4, January 2021, Support for businesses as Cheshire West and Chester moves into Tier 4 Covid restrictions, New Tier 4 restrictions for Cheshire West and Chester (updated 30 December 2020), Cheshire West and Chester celebrates multi-million-pound high street funding success, Council urges public to take time out for Mental Health, Council Leader comments on EU trade deal announcement, Council Leaders Respond to Government's decision to move Cheshire West and Chester, Cheshire East and Warrington into Tier 3, Chester schools create art trail to Greenway, Council leader responds to borough's new tier restrictions, Cheshire West and Chester Council urges essential travel only to and from Wales, Changes to garden waste collections in the new year, Spotlight on the community sector - 21 December 2020, Emergency support available during the festive holiday season, Library services move on-line during the Christmas period, Chester Market welcomes three new traders and looks forward to an exciting future, Leader of Cheshire West and Chester Council comments on latest government restrictions, Helping people access food in rural areas, Donate to crowdfunding effort and support community initiatives, Happy Christmas from the Ellesmere Port Hub, Joint winners for Special Contribution to COVID-19 Response award, Company boss urges other business leaders to apply for COVID grants, Cheshire West and Chester remains in Tier 2 over Christmas, Chester shops are prepared for the run up to Christmas, Care homes in Cheshire West and Chester to take part in visitor testing scheme, Borough businesses urged to benefit from COVID grant funding, Dyson Brown named Inspirational Volunteer of the Year, West Cheshire Museums during the Christmas period, Testing pilot starts in Cheshire West and Chester, New play equipment revealed at Johnston Recreation Ground, Willaston, Step up to more good news for Chester's City Walls, Celebrating the life and achievements of a Chester hero, Plans in place for people to access food over the festive period, More sites offer COVID-19 vaccine in Cheshire West and Chester as roll-out continues, Spotting that something's not right could save children from abuse, Winter Grant Scheme payments launched to support family households and individuals over winter, Chester Cathedral Christmas Tree Festival, Electric scooter trial to be launched in Chester, Here and Now Trustee recognised for all her great work, Road closure needed for tree safety works in Malpas, New walkaway on Chester's historic City Walls opens in time for Christmas holidays, Northwich is ready to welcome back shoppers, New Cine Window Winsford display celebrates community resilience, Cheshire West and Chester to benefit from £12 million plan for 500 hectares of new woodland in England by 2021, Winner of Older Volunteer of the Year announced, Council helps Winsford Community Grocery reduce food waste in the borough, Chester sees massive 300 per cent increase in cycling, Bollards installed to make Chester a safer place to be, Spotlight on the community sector - 3 December 2020, Chester is ready to welcome back shoppers carefully, Targeted testing plans drawn up in the fight against COVID-19 infections in Cheshire West and Chester, Question Time comes to Cheshire West and Chester, Clinically Vulnerable residents no longer required to shield after 2 December, Christmas shoppers encouraged to plan ahead, Council's libraries, museums and the Cheshire Record Office to reopen from 2 December, Best recycler in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, Helping people access food over the festive period, Council asks for residents' views on wildflowers, green spaces and play, Council supports Grief Awareness Week 2020, Winnington Swing Bridge repairs coming to an end, COVID-19 positive residents can get cash support to self-isolate at home, Inspection of Council's crematorium service shows high standards, Dorothy shines the light of hope on Carers Rights Day, Council Leader responds to borough's new tier 2 restrictions, Providing much-needed funding for community initiatives, Council prosecutes Ellesmere Port woman linked to fly-tipped waste in Rivacre, Funding boost for the expansion of active travel schemes in west Cheshire, Supporting valuable projects in the community, Council Leader responds to the latest Government announcements on COVID-19, Tell us your stories about access for disabled people, Cheshire Police to host 90 minute web chat on domestic abuse to mark White Ribbon Day, Local contact tracing launched in Cheshire West and Chester to stop the spread of COVID-19, Cheshire West and Chester Council urges everyone to keep fighting Coronavirus, Chester Town Hall lights up in support of carers, Borderlands leaders seek £20 million of seedcorn investment from Chancellor for improving vital rail links serving North Wales, Cheshire and Wirral, Former TV presenter to put public questions to Council in live online budget event, Northgate development boosts Apprentice numbers, Radio Northwich to spread Christmas cheer with community carol singing event, Carbon reduction projects benefit from share of Climate Emergency Fund, Public urged to have their say on the borough's Climate Emergency response plans, New bus interchange opens in Ellesmere Port, Council shows support for World Pancreatic Cancer Day, Cheshire West Recycling promotes NHS COVID safety messages, National Consumer Week raises awareness of consumer rights for online purchases, First grants paid - Cheshire West COVID-19 Financial Support for Businesses, Support your local Market campaign launched for Ellesmere Port, Holiday Hunger funding helps feed families over the half term, Lighting the way at Bunbury Green, Ellesmere Port, Chester Northgate unveils The Florist as its latest restaurant letting, Sustainable Transport Taskforce meet for first time - call out for questions, Chester restaurant fined for food safety allergen offence, Cheshire West COVID-19 Financial Support for Businesses grant launches, Only essential travel across the Welsh border can continue during England's new COVID-19 lockdown, Council Leader outlines support for Clinically Extremely Vulnerable People during lockdown, Council announces how some services will be affected by second lockdown restrictions, Celebrating Occupational Therapy Week 2 - 9 November, Schools remain open during second national lockdown, Northwich BID launches 'Town Centre Online' to support businesses, Avian influenza (bird flu) identified at west Cheshire broiler breeder, Lord Mayor sends condolences to the people of Vienna, 'We stand ready to respond' - statement from Cllr Louise Gittins, Leader of Cheshire West and Chester Council, on proposed national restrictions, Leaders respond to new national restrictions affecting Cheshire, Cheshire West and Chester Council calls Poverty Emergency, Cheshire West and Chester in strong position to turn Coronavirus surge around, Sustainable Transport Taskforce membership confirmed, Northwich High Street Post Office is the latest to benefit from Townscape Heritage project, Lord Mayor sends condolences to the people of Nice, Cheshire West and Chester is stepping up to support families this half term, Three new COVID-19 Local Testing Sites to open in the borough, Council's stray dogs service achieves gold standard for ninth year, New Taskforce Formed as part of experimental active lanes consultation, Residents encouraged to have their say on budget plans, Council asks residents to think of vulnerable people and animals this fireworks season, Work to begin on new passenger building at Boughton Heath Park and Ride site, Council's safety advice if you're planning a visit to a Household Waste and Recycling Centre (HWRC) this half term, Council supports national campaign to stop food waste, Repairs planned for Hartford Bridge following vehicle damage, Council leader asks Prime Minister for Unique Package of Support for Chester's Tourism and Hospitality Businesses, World premiere of the Chronicles of Atom and Luna, Year of Volunteering campaign - Supporting older people and their carers, Go online, try something new and increase your digital confidence during Get Online Week, Councils advising residents to avoid unnecessary travel to neighbouring boroughs, Borough pledges to turn things around and lower COVID-19 restrictions, Council gives green light for Green Flag Awards, New COVID-19 restrictions proposed for Cheshire West and Chester, Portrait of Loelia, Duchess of Westminster William Acton (1906-1945), Cultural Recovery Fund support for Cheshire West and Chester Cultural Services from Arts Council England, Cheshire West's COVID-19 infection rate doubles, Appeal to find forever homes for sibling groups during National Adoption Week, Cheshire West and Chester Council supports World Mental Health Day, Year of Volunteering campaign - Volunteers help Chester Zoo's fight for survival, Celebrating the contributions of older residents, Work continues on Chesterâs historic City Walls, New COVID-19 Local Testing Sites to open in the borough, Update on latest COVID-19 infection rate in Cheshire West, Chester's inner ring-road is going clockwise, How residents can reduce Cheshire West's rising COVID-19 infection rate, Providing communities across west Cheshire with valuable information and advice, Celebrating the sons and daughters of foster carers, Attractive financial offer for owners of empty flats and homes, The Tiger Who Came to Tea exhibition to visit The Grosvenor Museum this Christmas, New payment for low earners who are self-isolating, Cheshire West and Chester Council proposes greater restrictions on household contact, Tree works to take place on Overleigh roundabout on Wednesday, Council sets out additional safety measures in schools and early years settings to help stop spread of virus, Cheshire West's weekly COVID-19 infection rate continues to rise steadily, Residents urged to follow health advice on attending sports events and reminded to stick to new regulations this weekend and in the coming weeks, Roman stone recovered from Chester Northgate to be used in city walls repair, Helsby Quarry pathway improvements will need full closure of the site, Help to scrutinise the impact the pandemic has had on Cheshire Westâs economy and on post-18 education, training/employment opportunities, Owners of public premises required to display new COVID-19 QR poster, Have your say on vision for leisure, health and wellbeing in west Cheshire, Residents urged to download the new COVID-19 app, Pupils encouraged to get cycling during Bike to School Week, Traffic management changes at Chester's Frodsham Street and Foregate Street, Schools and families work together to successfully welcome back pupils during the autumn term, COVID-secure help and advice for local businesses, Additional CCTV cameras will protect Chester's historic Rows from damage caused by anti-social behaviour, Play your part in the Great September Clean, Council supports commuters and visitors with half price Park and Ride, Council seeks views on support for families of disabled children, A big thank you for playing your part during Recycle Week, Cheshire Council leaders: act now to avoid local lockdown, Socially distanced splash of colour comes to Hoole, Councils secure Government confirmation there are no current lorry park plans for Cheshire, Pension Fund reveals its carbon footprint, New #YouCanAdopt campaign launches in west Cheshire to debunk the myths on adoption and highlight the number of children looking for a new family, Archaeologists return to Grosvenor Park next week, Cheshire and Merseyside Directors of Public Health express deep concern over lack of COVID-19 testing capacity and resources for locally supported contact tracing, Ellesmere Port man prosecuted at Chester Crown Court for fraudulent trading, Play your part to protect our community by following new COVID laws, Emergency closure of A51 Boughton, Chester, Let people with symptoms get tested first, Council calculates litter clearing costs to support Keep Britain Tidy campaign, Chester preparations to welcome students for the start of new academic year, New artwork creates a buzz in Alexandra Park, Hoole, Help to scrutinise Cheshire West's Community Response and Shielding Support during the pandemic in an online meeting, Increase in COVID cases among the under 35s, VINCI Construction UK become the Grosvenor Museum's latest Corporate Partner, Council supporting schools reporting confirmed COVID cases, Improved play area now open at Woodfall Lane, Little Neston, Successful reopening of schools across west Cheshire, Council raises concerns about Government lorry park plans for west Cheshire, No Cull Zone for badgers around Northwich Woodlands proposed by Council, Families encouraged to keep a car free zone around schools, Positive news for Northwich as businesses expand and open, COVID-19 local testing site to open in Chester, Year of Volunteering - Keeping in touch during the pandemic through letters, New bookings now available to tie the knot in 2020, Last chance to play your part in planning for a stronger future, Building project begins at Blacon High School, Council listens and pauses to reflect on trial cycle and bus lanes, Council issues letter setting out steps for safe reopening of schools, New Council app makes reporting repairs and maintenance easier, Trial cycle and bus lanes to open in Chester to support increasing numbers of road users leaving their cars at home, The Festival of Hope is coming to Winsford from August 29, The Festival of Hope is coming to Chester from August 29, Leader reminds residents about the importance of social distancing, Active travel encouraged as part of return to school plans, First Archaeological Finds Revealed from Chester Northgate Site, Play your part and keep caring for our bin collection crews, West Cheshire pays its respects on 75th anniversary of VJ Day, Supporting people with neuromuscular conditions during the pandemic, Residents invited to share their views on health services during pandemic, Festival of Hope takes over Winsford subway, Commuters who car share urged to be COVID conscious as latest data is updated, Not too late to give your views on the Council's Highways Service, Work continues this week to make Chester's roads more cycle friendly, West Cheshire commemorates Victory in Japan with a two minute silence, Leader calls on all business to be more 'COVID-Secure' as latest data is updated, Cheshire and Merseyside Directors of Public Health urge use of face coverings as COVID-19 cases rise, Supporting young performers during COVID-19, Chester Bandstand's online programme a hit with audiences, Rt Hon Nigel Huddleston MP, Minister for Sport, Heritage and Tourism visits Chester, Wear face coverings in all libraries, museums and public buildings, New cycle route opens on Sutton Way Boulevard, Ellesmere Port, Work begins next month on canal towpath between Chester and Ellesmere Port, Lord Mayor of Chester sends condolences to Beirut, Winnington Swing Bridge repairs to begin this month, Chester residents asked to vote on the final name for the Eco trees site, Updated: Temporary leisure centre closures (reopening), Traffic signals scheme proposed for A540 junction improvements, Continue to play your part to reduce the spread of COVID-19, Encouraging people to lead a healthy lifestyle, Council thanks local 'hubs' for work to support shielded, Council seeks views on changes to charging policy for adult social care services, Community response providing holiday food, Leader encourages residents to keep following guidelines as latest COVID-19 data is updated, Museums and Record Office to reopen with strict measures to keep visitors safe, Providing activity packs for people with sensory loss, Report provides insight into pupils at risk of exclusions in local schools, Share your views on support for vulnerable children during the Coronavirus pandemic, New partnership launched to strengthen Cheshire's response to COVID-19 outbreaks, Reopening of Park and Ride service will contribute to Council's green travel plans, Free nutritious food and activities for children across west Cheshire this summer, Leader thanks schools, colleges and nurseries for pandemic support, Creating a welcoming space for autistic adults, Temporary one-way system on Civic Way, Ellesmere Port, Lord Mayor of Chester shows his support for city centre businesses, Council thanks care home staff: the 'unsung heroes', Staff in public buildings to ask visitors for contact details to prevent local COVID-19 outbreaks, Project Happy Art competition winner announced, Preparations begin for £7.29 million A51 improvement scheme, Council's Building Control team achieves full house in Fire Safety assessments, Investing in our walking and cycling routes, Council warns of COVID-19 related 'free CCTV' scam, COVID-19 antibody test does not prove immunity, Chester's Fountain stays quiet for a little longer, Cheshire West Recycling reaches three-month milestone after challenging launch, Reduction in COVID-19 cases in west Cheshire, Infrastructure investment essential to make rail competitive for 'Green' post COVID-19 economic recovery, Cross-border support for Airbus employees, Council asks for views on its Highways Service, Cheshire West High Street, Town, and City Centre Commission, Positive impact on children and young people as schools welcome back more pupils, Council to open some libraries with safety measures in place, Mersey Dee Alliance Release - job losses in aerospace industry, Council to reopen its outdoor play areas and outdoor gyms, Chester Town Hall lights up blue to mark NHS 72nd birthday, Special webpages launched for Libraries' Summer Reading Challenge, Funding success for additional play improvements at Johnston Recreation Ground, Willaston, Cheshire Archives and Local Studies LGBT+ history digital exhibition launched, Successful Adults Read Two challenge moves online this summer, Council able to say 'I do' to wedding ceremonies following new guidance, Council launches plan to prevent and manage local outbreaks, Council and Brio set out new vision for health and wellbeing based on community need, Improvement work to soon begin at Woodfall Lane Play Area, Little Neston, Leader Statement - Managing the transition as stay-at-home guidelines eased, Work commences on Chester Northgate scheme, Help to scrutinise the Council's response to COVID-19 in new online meeting, Lord Mayor sends condolences to the people of Reading, Next phase of plans for Northwich Market to begin on 29 June, Supporting those feeling lonely or isolated, Helping young people in their fight against cancer, Council will continue supporting refugees fleeing violence and persecution, Postponed repairs to Winnington Bridge are now rescheduled, 1 in 3 people in the North West targeted by a scammer since lockdown began, Council to invest in an improved and enhanced library service for Northwich residents, Council sets out position on wider opening of schools, Support for people with money worries during COVID-19 pandemic, Vivo's Community Fund supports worthy local causes, Ellesmere Port restaurant owner sentenced for 23 food safety and hygiene offences, Council's Registration team will be able to register births from Monday, Leader calls on residents with coronavirus symptoms to self-report and self-isolate, Northwich prepares to reopen the high street, More shops prepare for reopening in Chester, Support, advice and guidance for businesses, Trading Standards officers warn of NHS Test and Trace scams, Council responds to increase in north west 'R' rate and impact on schools, Help make a difference to the borough's future, Council shows support for Black Lives Matter and the struggle against inequality, Council Leader writes letter of support for Chester Zoo's reopening plans, Business leaders collaborate to tackle poverty in west Cheshire, Volunteers Week - COVID-19 can't stop 99-year-old Olive, £600 million Infection Control Fund announced, Council response to Chester Zoo announcement, Online Summer Reading Challenge "Silly Squad" is coming soon, Volunteers Week - Volunteering from your own home, Vans and trailers allowed at Recycling Centres and trade waste site to re-open, Vivo thinks green with new energy contract, Volunteers Week - Keeping in touch with vulnerable people, Major infrastructure project will help Winsford Industrial Estate thrive and create jobs, Volunteers Week - Giving something back to the community, Caution urged as shielding rules are eased, Council confirms approach to re-opening of public facilities, Council teams create 11 hectares of wildflower havens in parks, Northwich children invited to be part of Project Happy, Update on Cheshire West and Chester care providers, Cheshire Police to host web chat on domestic abuse, Framework developed to support schools to plan for the inclusion of extra year groups, West Cheshire to lead the way in local fight against Coronavirus, Council reopens sports and park facilities in the borough, Latest report highlights impact of COVID-19 in west Cheshire, Northwich BID on the lookout for community campaign content, Northwich BID publishes recovery strategy survey to support businesses, Recycling centres work well during first week, Burton Marsh Greenway will reopen this week, Council and schools to develop plans for safe reopening, New funding available for small businesses, Residents must respect COVID-19 restrictions in Wales and not travel over the border, Work starts on the new bus zone in Ellesmere Port, Council urges residents to continue to follow stay at home guidance, Council reaffirms commitment to Chester Northgate as the key to the city's recovery from COVID-19, West Cheshire Museums take part in Virtual Careers Festival, Councillor Matt Bryan appointed as Cabinet Member for Climate Emergency, Perfect paving improvements in city centre, Council's VE Day tribute in Grosvenor Park, Play your part to help vulnerable children during lockdown, Council sets out plans for Recycling Centre re-opening, Message from Leader of Cheshire West Council, Louise Gittins on Coronavirus pandemic, Foster4, Cheshire West and Chester Council's regional foster carer recruitment service, celebrates Foster Care Fortnight, Council's Street Lighting Team arranges VE Day celebration light displays, Creating opportunities for yourself in the care sector, Providing funding for those at the heart of the COVID-19 response, New bollards being installed in Chester to make city more secure, Council launches online meetings during Coronavirus crisis, VE Day commemorations throughout the week, Update on Personal Protective Equipment from the Cheshire NHS and Local Authority Partners, Council leader confirms position on Household Waste Recycling Centres and waste collections, Council Greenspace officers' message is on song, Making sure the borough's residents have the food they need, Tributes paid to dedicated Neston councillor, Council acting to ensure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the social care front line, The Lord Mayor of Chester's VE Day commemoration events move online, Council StreetCare officer called up to join northwest Army taskforce during pandemic, Council's rallying call to Inspire Cheshire West, Supporting older people in communities across west Cheshire, Council's Trading Standards officers offer tips to avoid scammers during pandemic, Council and Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service are urging residents to avoid lighting bonfires during the COVID-19 pandemic, Council Road Safety Officer's tribute the NHS and key workers is amazing, Council's Highways teams keep road network safe during pandemic, Council fostering services thank foster carers, Chester Bandstand 2020 performing at the virtual bandstand, Council StreetCare team's unique way of showing support for NHS and key workers, West Cheshire applauds its committed social carers, Reminder of sky lantern dangers following an online campaign to use them to show support for the NHS, West Cheshire Museums rise to the challenge of providing free access to collections and educational support, Stay home and stay safe this bank holiday weekend, EU Settlement Scheme applications: important message about COVID-19, Cheshire West and Chester Council call out for carers, £8.5 Million payments already made to local businesses, Mental health and wellbeing support during the pandemic, Closure of Blacon cemetery and crematorium grounds, Council's plea to dog owners during the pandemic, Council's new dynamic duo will keep streets clean during current pandemic, Westminster Foundation donates £250,000 to Community Response Fund, Council and partners ensure every person who is homeless has a place to stay during the pandemic, Support cemetery staff by observing social distancing, Council champions good neighbours in the fight against Coronavirus, Arts and Heritage Emergency Funds announced, Council launches dedicated support to those most in need of help with self-isolation, Local business support in response to Coronavirus, Cheshire West and Chester Council's household waste recycling centres to close, Community Response Fund now available for local community initiatives, Council Leader reminds people to observe social distancing in green spaces, Council outlines support to the borough's businesses in response to Coronavirus, Parking permits being distributed to those fighting the Coronavirus, Be aware of scammers taking advantage of the coronavirus pandemic, Council shows support for NHS staff and key workers, £2.4 million hardship fund will help west Cheshire's vulnerable residents, Markets remain open for essential supplies, Council's front-line teams change working methods during Coronavirus outbreak, Changes to Council's Registration Services, Council makes £250,000 available to community groups to support vulnerable residents, Closure of Council-owned play areas and advice for using parks and open spaces, Help in Emergencies for Local People (HELP) available now, Council to help co-ordinate support and 'shielding' for highly vulnerable people during Coronavirus pandemic, Blog post from Leader of Cheshire West and Chester Council Louise Gittins - Our five point plan, Bus timetables change from Monday 23 March, West Cheshire Museums will be temporarily closed to the public from 5pm Friday 20 March, Sub-regional financial support in response to COVID-19, Coronavirus temporary closures in west Cheshire, Closure of libraries and community centres, Council briefing on COVID-19 and the homeless community, Council shares important advice with residents on bin collections during the Coronavirus pandemic, Sports bookings and events in parks and open spaces postponed, Coordinated community response to COVID-19 launched, Find out about the start of Northgate at Town Hall drop-in, Council and Action54Zero action group work together on road improvements, Walkway to be installed at collapsed city wall, Council welcomes plans for full fibre broadband in Chester, Malpas Library to benefit from improvement works, Media statement re NHS England's statement on COVID-19 related death in the borough, Overnight road closures needed for resurfacing works, Confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Cheshire West and Chester borough, Year of Volunteering - A small favour makes a big difference to charities, Council supports sustainable fashion event, Council backs Government decision to phase out badger culling, Skills, Jobs and Opportunities Fair, Northwich, Preparation starts for Ellesmere Port bus zone, Cheshire Rural Touring Arts new Spring season - touring professional performances to communities across Cheshire, Chester Civic Trust awards Chester Indoor Market and George Street Pocket Park, Book swapping and a quiz for World Book Day at Council libraries, Community cinema to show five new short films, Council secures £780,000 funding for repairs to the iconic Winnington Swing Bridge, New opening hours for some Household Waste Recycling Centres, Council has a new weapon against fly-tipping, On-street parking charges in Chester to begin in May, Phil Redmond, CBE showcases latest short film, 'How we Live' with help from Winsford school pupils, Year of Volunteering - Championing the use of sustainable palm oil, Council to invest increased rental income back into the community, Have your say on Pension Fund's investment plans, Overnight road closures needed on A41 at Milton Green, Growth Track 360 statement on the HS2 announcement, Imaginative children's play 'Ogg 'n' Ugg and the World's First Dogg' shows at Northwich's Lion Salt Works Museum on 14 March, Council sets out four-year plan to transform west Cheshire, Reaching Audiences - Using Social Media workshop for community arts organisations, Support from all sectors at borough's first Climate Emergency conference, World-first low carbon hydrogen project in the North West wins Government backing, Work has begun to make damaged city wall safe for rebuild, Meet the buyer event - Chester Northgate and Ellesmere Port HUB, Tree stumps to be removed from Civic Way car park next weekend, Helping people with learning disabilities develop relationships, Proud of our past now we're building the future, Council celebrates Love Your Streets anniversary this Valentine's Day, Hays Travel in Northwich benefits from the Townscape Heritage Project, Taxi driver appears in court for breaking private hire rules, Love is in the air at the Grosvenor Museum with new Valentine's Museum Trail, Ellesmere Port man jailed for 50 weeks for duping vulnerable pensioner, Year of Volunteering - People with learning disabilities helping to create a greener environment, Group recommends saving and investing in Chester's Dee House, Council promotes national reading campaign to support children's health and wellbeing, Residents urged to sign up for digital bills, Year of Volunteering - Bringing people together to tackle food poverty, Drop-in sessions on Air Quality Action Plan for Chester, Radio Northwich to make a move to Barons Quay, Council sets out budget plan against a backdrop of national financial challenges, Comedians to give fake academic talks at Grosvenor Museum, Nature-based project scoops national award, Unique partnership with developer creates new affordable housing, Cheshire West streets to be named after borough's war heroes, Traffic lights to be replaced on A51 near Aldi next week, Council commits to take action to become carbon neutral, New digital health and social care directory launched, Shoppers, retailers and commuters all benefit from Parking Strategy changes, Going the extra mile for people with learning disabilities and autism, Council begins resurfacing programme to extend 'life expectancy' of borough's roads, The first Council house building scheme in 40 years has achieved completion, Cabinet welcomes proposals to move Chester City Gateway vision forward, Council supports environmentally friendly businesses, Thousands of trees to be planted in environmental project, Ellesmere Port becomes Pilot Participant for High Street Task Force, Something for everyone during Health and Wellbeing Week at Cheshire West Libraries, Pupils given a taste of life working in theatre production, Work begins on improvements to Hoole's Alexandra Park, Hear about recommendations for the future at Dee House at public event, Cycleway improvement works progress on schedule at Sutton Way, Ellesmere Port, Chester's Chinese New Year celebrations Year of the Rat, Free creative writing workshops for beginners at Blacon Library, Year of Volunteering - Creating opportunities by volunteering at the West Cheshire Poverty Truth Commission, Cheshire West and Chester Council's Eat Well Be Active group officially launch Food Active's Healthy Weight Declaration 'Partner Pledge', Year of Volunteering - Volunteers at the heart of valuable community project at The Port Grocery, Council's tree-cycling ensures a green new year, Improve your job prospects at volunteer fair, Event to promote award-winning training available for Approved Driving Instructors, Statement on the fire at Northwich Outdoor Market, Council's recycling team working with artists to highlight plastic waste problem, Chester's Indoor Market top ten in the country, Share your views on proposals for new walking and cycling routes, Competition to find Cheshire's Most Welcoming Front Door, Chester's first 'talking bench' says "Hello", Providing volunteering opportunities to help communities thrive, Community offer support for people sleeping rough this winter season, Cheshire West welcomes 36.4 million visitors and multi million investment, Changes to library opening times during the Christmas period, Take part in shaping the future of Winsford town centre, Weigh of the World offers an alternative for shoppers in Northwich, Council advice service helps new business achieve top marks for food hygiene, Council supports 'Christmas Tree-cycled' event in Chester Cathedral, Action packed Christmas comes to Cheshire's award-winning Lion Salt Works Museum on 14 - 15 December, Advice for online shoppers during the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, Domestic abuse campaign opens the door on unhealthy relationships, Cheshire West firm named in prestigious Small Biz 100, Chester's Christmas Lantern Parade 28 November, Northwich BID launches campaign to promote the town's nightlife, All aboard the Park and Ride bus with ChELFie and ELFie, Chester's Christmas Elves, Work to begin on new cycle route at Sutton Way Boulevard, Ellesmere Port, Road Safety Team is stepping up for safe streets this UK Road Safety Week, Volunteers have been busy at Caldy Valley Nature Park, Volunteers in action at Northwich Woodlands this autumn, Additional work needed to transform Sandiway Library building, Free bus shelters for local community groups, Council arranges roadworks embargo for Christmas period, Tap the APP and buy before you ride on Chester's Park and Ride, Volunteers plant 'grass beating' seeds to boost wildflower growth, Winsford restaurant owner sentenced for food safety and hygiene offences, Council's Greenspaces team works with Disabled Ramblers to improve access in the Weaver Parkway, Make sure you can vote in the General Election, The Lion Salt Works and Weaver Hall Museum announce first Corporate Partner, Ellesmere Port Christmas lights switch on and lantern parade, Ellesmere Port scoops a Silver North West in Bloom award, Private landlords and letting agents offered support at forum, Providing excellent facilities for people with learning disabilities, Help shape the future of Winsford Cross Shopping Centre, Pre-hearing notification - peanut allergy case, £90 million investment plans for children, families and young people, Go Contactless on Chester's Park and Ride, Lord Mayor to lead Annual Service of Remembrance at Chester Cathedral, Get ready for the 2019 Northwich Christmas Extravaganza, Chester Park and Ride extended for the Lord Mayor's Fireworks Extravaganza, Winsford author comes to Winsford Library to tell her son's story that launched a national campaign, Sports pitch plans revealed for Coronation Fields in Hoole, Council to build another 737 new homes across Cheshire West and Chester, Play Your Part to tackle the climate emergency, Independent coffee house, BEAR, set to open new store in Barons Quay, On-street parking charges in Chester will begin in the new year, Celebrating a good care service for those who need support, Upgrade to traffic lights will begin outside Countess of Chester Hospital next week, Council helping borough's business leaders prepare for Brexit, Putting your home at the heart of borough plans, Chester's Frodsham Street is awarded Healthy Street accolade, Unsafe trees to be removed from Ellesmere Port's Civic Way car park, Chester Elves helping prepare the city centre, Chester welcomes the festival of Diwali on Saturday 19 October, Hamilton House occupation ends peacefully, Play Your Part in ambitious plans to transform the borough, Council's plan to support occupants after leaving Hamilton House, Cheshire West and Chester Council invite young people to participate in Climate Emergency Summit, Northwich celebrates achieving Makaton friendly status, Council fostering service celebrates super sons and daughters of foster carers, City centre site investigation work from Monday 14 October, Council's Crown Court appeal keeps unsafe taxi driver off the roads, Prizes handed out to Northwich In Bloom competition winners, Business community invited to Lets Talk Business at event, Recognising local people and youth projects in the West Cheshire Youth and Community Awards 2019, SIXTEEN national touring exhibition comes to Ellesmere Port Library, Northwich restaurant owners sentenced for food safety and hygiene offences, Find out what's happening near you during 'Fun Palaces' weekend at Cheshire West Libraries, Join in the celebrations for Great Boughton Library's 50th birthday, Be part of the celebrations as Chester Town Hall marks its 150th birthday, As summer comes to an end the borough continues to bloom, Pupils join Love Your Streets campaign and transform alleyway, Work programme confirmed for rebuild of Northgate steps, Council starts badger vaccination programme in Northwich Woodlands, Chester to become High Street Action Zone, Lottery success for Cheshire Archives Service, Free travel on the Chester Park and Ride to support World Car Free Day, Eighth RSPCA Gold Award in a row for Council's work with stray dogs, Council's Road Safety Team supports "EDWARD" initiative, The Cheshire Rural Touring Arts autumn season, Cheshire West and Chester Council set to exhibit at Revo 2019, Resurfacing works to begin in Lostock Gralam this week, Have your say on the allocation of social housing, Vivo Care Choices' services rated good in all areas, Fines for city centre bus lane cheats begin next week, Leader of the Council asks for Local and Sustainable Transport in the North, Partial demolition of Weaver Square to begin 23 September, New council Trading Organisation could run residents' waste collection and recycling service, Great British High Street Awards judges visit Northwich, Work due to begin on A51 inner ring road in Chester next week, Northwich set to host first ever Mindfulness Day, New skate and wheels area celebration day at Limewood Fields in Newton, Chester, Council's hedge maintenance programme keeps borough beautiful and protects wildlife, How the Council's Rapid Rehousing Pathway is changing lives, Northwich named first town in the North West to be Makaton Friendly, Be part of a special event as HRH The Princess Royal and HMS Albion ship's company visit Chester, Cheshire West and Chester Council scaling up preparations for no-deal Brexit, Adult Learner praised at celebration of adult learning event, Author's library marathon arrives in Cheshire West, People sleeping rough can move their belongings to a secure location, GCSE results success for Cheshire West and Chester young people, Fault on the traffic signals at the junction of A41/A55/A5115, Drop-in events will reveal Council's vision to reduce traffic congestion on A51, Northwich shortlisted for Rising Star in Great British High Street Awards, New stalls to add to success of Chester Market, Connecting Cheshire completes latest phase with more than 90,000 premises able to access superfast broadband speeds, Volunteers support transformation at Lightfoot Lodge, Cheshire West and Chester Sixth Formers Celebrate A-Level Success, Have your say on Council's Homelessness Strategy, Council offers assistance to European citizens living in Cheshire West after Brexit, The Art Kiosk opens at Chester Indoor Market, Public ballot announced for special Cathedral Service with HMS Albion, Ellesmere Port hosts judges for North West in Bloom bid 2019, Offering a fair day's pay for a fair day's work, Assessment hub is helping people lead lives away from the streets, Council tackles cigarette litter focusing on its effect on wildlife, Repairs to begin at Bradley Bridge in Malpas, Community planting session brings more colour to Northwich, Council helps prevent erosion on the banks of the River Dee, Chester restaurant owners fined over £11,800 for food hygiene offences, Public football pitches receive major upgrade, Pupils given a taste of their future career, Council invests in new workspaces to help local businesses thrive, Council begins consultation on use of technology in funeral services, Council project introduces pupils to environmental career options, Council teams battle rapid weed growth due to weather conditions, Cheshire West and Chester Council's Local Plan (Part Two), Vivo's Green team helps the community grow, Barons Quay Social announces opening weekend, A new health and wellbeing plan for the borough - have your say, Travelling into Chester city centre is a piece of cake this summer, Dee House Working Group looks to the future, New writers perform their very own stories at Storyhouse, Chester, A growing number of care providers support the Local Living Wage, Refresher courses help over 60s drive safely for longer, A Victorian lady botanist: Grosvenor Museum acquires portrait of Eliza Potts, New community connectors helping those in need, Cheshire West town shortlisted in high streets funding bid, New cycle and pedestrian works will link Winnington to Northwich town centre, Deputy Leader calls on Government to help communities after Brexit, Come and see plans that bring Chester Northgate to life, Northwich Library hosts exhibition to mark Sir John Brunner's Centenary, Children invited to join Space Chase at Cheshire West libraries, Local young people speak out about issues important to them, Pupils receive Junior Safety Officers of the Year Award, Council celebrates Armed Forces Week 2019, Cheshire Schools Book Awards winners announced, Council ensures Blue Badge holders still benefit from free parking in Frodsham and Helsby, Ellesmere Port Public Services Hub planning application, Council asks for views on services for dogs, Consultation opens to improve outcomes for children with additional needs, Get involved in the debate about Dee House, RSPB event at Grosvenor Park has unexpected visitor, Changes to car parking in Frodsham and Helsby are confirmed, Boost your job prospects - Ellesmere Port Jobs Fair, Planning permission for Sutton Way transformation, Chester Northgate - plans submitted for a leisure and cultural destination in the heart of Chester, Community event will celebrate completion of Sytchcroft play area and open space improvements in Neston, Nominations now open for the West Cheshire Youth and Community Awards 2019, Groups in Little Sutton come together for Ellesmere Port in Bloom bid, Residents can meet with employers offering job opportunities, Special discounts for military personnel to honour Armed Forces Week, Council helps Syrian refugees make Cheshire West their home, New Re-imagining Neston group launches its Vision Tree and invites everyone to get involved in the next steps, Northwich BID helps make the town greener and cleaner, Free parking for all now available at Wellington Road North car park in Ellesmere Port, Chester's Midsummer Watch Parade 22 and 23 June 2019, Council supports Clean Air Day 2019 with free Park & Ride travel, Community event will celebrate completion of Saxons Lane play area and open space improvements in Greenbank, Northwich, Facts about Dee House to be presented to the public, Campaign encourages people to fight back against scammers, Environment Day is big success in Wolverham, Hero, Humanitarian, Saint: Grosvenor Museum acquires portrait of Leonard Cheshire, Local Businesses Provide Park Defibrillator, Chester Heritage Festival 2019 - Telling the story of our city and its people, Be a Breath of Fresh Air on World Environment Day, New Lord Mayor of Chester is Councillor Mark Williams, Libraries encourage bedtime reading with Pyjamarama, Chester woman's appeal against sentence for animal licensing offence is heard in court, Working Group completes its fact finding phase.