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Primary school recognised for long-standing partnership with Kenya institution

1 week ago | northwichguardian.co.uk | Matthew Simpson

Wincham Community Primary School's collaboration with Njoro DEB Primary School has gone from strength to strength since it began in 2009. During the following years, the schools have engaged in reciprocal visits, sharing their culture and insights into education. Now, at the National Teaching Awards, Wincham has been awarded a prestigious certificate of excellence for 'School or College Partnership of the Year'.
Drug dealer awaiting crown court sentence after admitting supplying ketamine

1 week ago | northwichguardian.co.uk | Matthew Simpson

Chester Crown Court (Image: NQ) A MIDDLEWICH drug dealer will be sentenced at crown court next month after admitting supplying ketamine. Cameron Law, formerly of Clive Way, appeared at Chester Crown on June 9 where he pleaded guilty to two drug offences, including possession of a Class B drug with intent to supply. The court heard the 27-year-old was caught in possession of ketamine on February 24 last year in Northwich.
Community continues decades-old tradition as village Rose Queen crowned for 2025

1 week ago | northwichguardian.co.uk | Matthew Simpson

The Whitley community attended the Village Hall Field on Saturday, June 14, for the annual fete, now in its 78th year. And during the event, Rosie Pitchford was crowned the 2025 Whitley Rose Queen, taking over from retiring queen Phoebe Hodgson. As ever, the fete was kicked off with a procession, which this year was joined by two sheep, a goat, and a donkey Great Budworth Alpaca Walking.
Caring schoolgirl Eliza donates locks for ill children who have lost their hair

2 weeks ago | northwichguardian.co.uk | Matthew Simpson

Davenham Primary School pupil Eliza Wood was inspired to help the Little Princess Trust after seeing one of her fellow classmates do the same last year. The seven-year-old grew out her hair before getting it trimmed on Friday, June 6, by Sophie Walker Hair in Winnington. The Little Princess Trust provides real hair wigs for children who have lost theirs through treatment for cancer or other conditions.
Pensioners warned over returning winter fuel payment text scam

2 weeks ago | northwichguardian.co.uk | Matthew Simpson

Fraudsters target vulnerable residents, giving them details of a bogus and unnecessary application warning. Victims get a text message directing them to a fake website aimed at tricking them into handing over personal details, including bank account details. One such message reads: “DWP Service Centre: You have not yet completed your application for an energy subsidy for 2024-2025. "The subsidy is £300. It is important that you submit your application by June 10.
Historic Cheshire hotel recruiting new leadership team ahead of ownership switch

2 weeks ago | knutsfordguardian.co.uk | Matthew Simpson

The Vicarage Hotel (Image: Christie & Co) AN historic 16th century Cheshire hotel has launched a recruitment drive for a new leadership team ahead of an upcoming change of owners. Operations at The Vicarage, in Cranage near Holmes Chapel, had been overseen by Condor Hotels after its previous ownership - Flat Cap Hotels - went into administration in 2024.
'Head-banging' tunes aplenty as theatre group set to take audiences back to school

2 weeks ago | northwichguardian.co.uk | Matthew Simpson

Knutsford-based Together for Theatre Productions has revealed its next major show will be 'School of Rock - The Musical'. Based on the beloved 2003 film starring Jack Black, the musical adaptation brings the same infectious energy and rebellious spirit to the stage. And this August the new show will grace the stage at the Northwich Memorial Court. "We’re incredibly excited to bring School of Rock to life," said Ben Evans-Clarke, the show’s director and society chairman.
Patients and staff to benefit after VIN receives 'vital' £2.6m funding boost

3 weeks ago | northwichguardian.co.uk | Matthew Simpson

The Victoria Infirmary Northwich (Image: Google) PATIENTS and staff at the Victoria Infirmary in Northwich are set to benefit after the hospital received a 'vital' funding boost. Following confirmation of a hospital funding package in the Government's autumn budget, £2.6 million has been awarded to the Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT).
Inference and prediction for random walk models in biology

1 month ago | biorxiv.org | Matthew Simpson |Michael J. Plank |Queensland Univeristy

AbstractParameter inference is a critical step in the process of interpreting biological data using mathematical models. Inference provides a means of deriving quantitative, mechanistic insights from sparse, noisy data.
Landmarks and feline legend immortalised on station platform as mosaic unveiled

1 month ago | northwichguardian.co.uk | Matthew Simpson

Train passengers now arriving at Cuddington Station will be greeted by three panels on the platform depicting several favourite sights of residents. These include St John the Evangelist's Church in Sandiway, Whitegate Way, The White Barn pub, and the Round Tower on the A556. Also depicted is local legend Harry the Cat who, before his sad death earlier this year, befriended young and old alike on his strolls around the village.