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Arrival of shoemakers into Chester city centre welcomed by Legat Owen
CHESTER'S Legat Owen has celebrated its role in securing a high-profile tenant for a property in Watergate Street.
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Gruesome Chester attraction becomes scene of romantic proposal
TOP historical attraction Sick to Death shocked another visitor recently, but not for the reason you might think.
Popular city centre venue announces fresh start under new ownership
A POPULAR city centre venue is preparing for a fresh start under new ownership.
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Customer toilets to return to Eastgate Square later this year
CUSTOMER toilets are finally making a return to Eastgate Square Shopping Centre in Chester city centre.
This is the bizarre reason why Cheshire firefighters were called to Hoole...
Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service were thanked by the owners of a Hoole launderette for their swift action on Monday.
Cheshire town dealer caught by plain clothed officers carrying out drug deal jailed
A WARRINGTON dealer who was caught by plain clothed police officers carrying out a drug deal in a local park has been jailed.
Chester man jailed for more than ten years for multiple counts of rape
A CHESTER man has been jailed for more than ten years after he was found guilty of multiple counts of rape.
Queues on M53 approaching Chester because of obstruction
TRAFFIC was temporarily held near junction 12 (Chester Services) because of an obstruction on the southbound carriageway.
Students and staff from Hong Kong visit University of Chester on 10-day tour
The University of Chester’s business school hosted a 10-day international study tour for students and staff from The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK), focusing on these important themes through an immersive educational programme.
Restaurant near Chester among national top 20 in prestigious sustainability list
A FARNDON restaurant has been praised for its quality and sustainability for the second year running.
Plans for more than 400 homes in major city centre development advance
Public feedback is being sought for the next phase of the Chester Northgate regeneration project, with an engagement period running until June 19.
Families supported by charities enjoy memorable Roman Day experience at racecourse
FAMILIES receiving support from three charities enjoyed a day to remember at Chester Racecourse.
Firefighters called to suspected 'deliberate ignition' in Chester
FIREFIGHTERS say a fire on open ground in Chester is thought to have been a 'deliberate ignition'.
Cheshire West advertising sites to boost small businesses and council revenue
A ADVERTISING firm's 46 roundabout sites will be used over the next five years to boost exposure for small businesses and drive council revenue.
Woman who threatened manager at sheltered accommodation handed community order
A WOMAN and a man who were involved in an aggressive altercation at sheltered accommodation in Chester have been sentenced.
Get your wands out and make some notes as Chester hotel offers wizard meetings
A CHESTER hotel is now offering a new meeting experience in the city centre – a wizarding boardroom.
Narrowboating Cheshire's serene canals where 'urgency quietly slips away'
WE all have ambitions which sit quietly in the background of our lives — perfectly achievable, endlessly appealing, yet somehow never quite happening.
University of Chester leader recognised for driving 'positive change'
A UNIVERSITY leader has been recognised for driving positive change both on campus and in the wider community.
Back to school with Chester pupils for nostalgic gallery
There are plenty of fresh faces from the past in today's look through the Chester Standard archives.
Accountant admits stealing over £21,000 from equestrian centre near Chester
A WOMAN from St Helens who worked as an accountant at an equestrian centre near Chester has admitted stealing more than £21,000.