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Yahoo
15 hours ago
- Sport
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Witton progress in FA Cup, Winsford United hammer 1874 Northwich
WITTON Albion progressed in the FA Cup and Winsford United smashed 1874 Northwich in a busy afternoon of Mid Cheshire football. Albion had to come from behind to overhaul lower level AFC Liverpool 4-1 in the preliminary round at the U Lock It Stadium but there was no doubting the outcome in the end. Adam Moorcroft's second-minute opener for the visitors fired an early warning to Witton, who got their noses in front by the break thanks to scores from Billy Jones (26) and Joe Duckworth (40). Two minutes into the new half Freddy Garbutt made it 3-1 to dampen Liverpool's hopes of a fightback. The tie was sealed with Garbutt's second 14 minutes later. Ben Harrison's side will play host to Darlaston Town in Northern Premier League West on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Winsford United sent 1874 home with their tails between their legs following a 5-1 hammering in the 'derby' at Barton Stadium. Oli Pope was among the home heroes, bagging a hat-trick in the Midland League Premier Division encounter that attracted a crowd of 556. Blues were 4-0 ahead inside 24 minutes, with striker Matty Birchall starting the rout with his first goal of the season in the sixth minute. Pope doubled the lead three minutes later, receiving a ball over the top at the back post and making no mistake with finding the net from short range. The third goal was 'ditto' the second and then Elliott Coleman produced a top-drawer finish for the fourth. Greens then held out Winsford for 60 minutes, though they were saved by the woodwork when Birchall rattled the post. There was no denying Winsford a fifth though and it was Pope who showed some neat control of the ball before slotting home his third in style in the 84th minute. The closest 1874 had come was when Kyle Worsley hit the crossbar with a free-kick in the 72nd minute, before Liam Fitzpatrick netted a consolation four minutes into added time when he cut inside, beat three men and then rifled his shot into the top-left corner. Elsewhere, Barnton netted a 4-2 home win against Wolverhampton Casuals at Townfield. George Edwards put The Villagers ahead in the second minute but the visitors got themselves level courtesy of Connor Parker after 33 minutes. The response was almost immediate, Thomas Matthews restoring Barnton's lead. Callum Parker's goal four minutes into the second stanza gave his side breathing space and Jordan Sherlock's 56th-minute score put The Villagers out of sight. Casuals' second goal from the penalty spot late on was tucked away by Kyri Kourouyianni.
Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
13 stunning photos of striking contrasts around Mid Cheshire
AMATEUR photographers have been capturing stunning contrasts around Mid Cheshire. Guardian Camera Club is a supportive and friendly group of amateur and professional photographers and as well as submitting photos taken recently, members also take part in regular themed challenges. This week was all about striking contrasts. Recent themes have included insects, extreme weather and pets as well as feathers, high and low, and churches. You can join 822 others on Facebook at Arley Hall lights by Celia Axford Chester Cathedral by Donna Maria Long Light and dark by Wendy Mahon Light and dark at Antrobus Golf Club Little and large by Terry Gregory Little and large, Manchester Airport by Steve Haskew Nature vs machine by Lynzi Blake Butterfly on purple by Terry Gregory Serene swan, Marbury Park by Patricia Dyson Summer and autumn by Alison Hamlin Hughes Purple and green, Higher Marston by Alison Hamlin Hughes Sunflower centre by Patricia Dyson Swan lake, Winsford by Alan Bailey
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Sport
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BOWLS ROUND-UP: Strange game but Wharton Cons come out on top
Stuart Greenhalgh brings us the latest news from the Mid Cheshire crown green bowling scene… WHARTON Cons A headed into their Premier home game against Owley Wood B looking to continue their unbeaten run. The game itself was a strange one as Owley Wood players kept finding great bowls to frustrate the Wharton players. However, Wharton came through with a full house 210-89 for a comprehensive win, though I cannot help thinking Owley deserved a few more. Action from Wharton Cons versus Owley Wood B (Image: Contributed) Action from Wharton Cons versus Owley Wood B (Image: Contributed) Action from Wharton Cons versus Owley Wood B (Image: Contributed) Action from Wharton Cons versus Owley Wood B (Image: Contributed) Over at Owley Wood, their A team were also involved in a big victory, when they comfortably overhauled Shavington A 210-102. Crewe PO kept up with the leaders with a 206-126 win against Castle Sports B. Frodsham Red Lion A were another team that had a great home score, beating Rudheath A 206-144. Castle Sports A also added to a night when all five home games ended with the home team all scoring over 204, when they beat Victoria B 205-103. In Section One, Victoria A continued their march to the Premier with a convincing home win against Middlewich RBL 210-73. Victoria are looking like they are going to finish first, with Kingswood and Barnton CCA set to fight it out for promotion. Kingswood BC had a good home win 197-131against Wharton Cons B, keeping them in second place. Third place Barnton CC A moved within three points of second spot, winning at home 204-132 against Crosstown A. Fourth place Meadowbank fell further behind the top three when they lost 180-164 at Castle Sports C. In Section Two, Barnton CC B remained on top even after losing away at second place Moulton RBL A 192-153. Third place Sandbach Park A just managed a home win against Winsford Cons A 181-171. Fourth place Davenham A won at home against Castle Sports D 195-116. The big scorers of the night were Winsford Cons B who won at home against Lk Graylams 205-120. Bottom of the table Shavington had a tiny margin of victory in their home game against Kelsall 161-160. Section Three leaders Barnton CC C had a good home win against Tarporley B 206-140. Second place Comberbach C won at home against Sandbach Park B 189-114. They have a game in hand over the leaders and are only 23 points behind. Owley Wood D lost at Crowton 184-152, while their C team had a home victory against Winnington Park A 179-122. Crowton won at home against Owley Wood D 185-142, while Hartford A lost at home to Davenham B 162-184. In Section Four, Cuddington held on to top spot with an away win against Norley A 137-170. Castle Sports E are in second place after a home win against Comberbach D 182-141. Third place Rudheath C had a home win on Thursday against Davenham C 179-158. In fifth Barnton CC D lost against Owley Wood E 181-171. Davenham D won at home against Moulton RBL B 153-141. Winnington B had a good home win beating Hartford B 190-111. Cuddington had a great away win beating Norley A 137-170. First place Castle Ladies kept the top spot with a home win against Barnton B 161-102. Second place Winnington Ladies had a good home win against Bunbury 162-116. Barnton A in third place lost at home to Lady Owls 135-141. Norley, in fourth place, lost at Red Lion Ladies 161-110. Red Lion Ladies are in seventh place but have played one less game so have every chance of going to the top when that game is played. Only three games were played in Division two this week. Crowton Ladies had a home win against Bostock Ladies 149-134. Lady Owls B had an away win at Hartford 131-145. Rode Heath won at Cuddington Ladies 116-149. Castle Sports' Kev Duncalf reached the final of the Elsie-Rose Bowl Invitational at Subscription Bowling Club in Runcorn on Saturday. Greg Smith took the title at the end of a great day's bowling, collecting the silver plate and £600. As runner-up Kevin received the Isabella Cup, silver plate and £300. (Image: Contributed)Results: First Round: Glynn Cookson 21-12 Jason Cornes, Ryan Walters 21-19 Andy Hamman, Danny Barwise 21-18 Adam Penlington, Danny Nixon 21-14 Barry Ellams, Chris Ashton 21-19 Chris Price, Darren Plenderleith 21-7 Jack Bushell, Martin Lloyd 21-18 Neil Bithell, Greg Smith 21-5 Tom Vickers, Lee Johnstone 21-20 Steve Morrey, Kev Duncalf 21-7 Fred Worrall, Mark Ball 21-13 Matty Worden, John Brown 21-19 Gareth Hughes, Alan Manuel 21-20 Matt Thurwell, Rob Lawrenson 21-15 Reece Farr, Nicola Boulton 21-4 John Gatley, John Bailey 21-18 Jamie Bramley. Second round: Glynn Cookson 21-7 Ryan Walters, Danny Nixon 21-13 Danny Barwise, Chris Ashton 21-18 Darren Plenderleith, Greg Smith 21-14 Martin Lloyd, Kev Duncalf 21-19 Lee Johnstone, Mark Ball 21-12 John Brown, Alan Manuel 21-17 Rob Lawrenson, John Bailey 21-13 Nicola Boulton. Last eight: Glynn Cookson 21-20 Danny Nixon, Greg Smith 21-9 Chris Ashton, Kev Duncalf 21-8 Mark Ball, John Bailey 21-10 Alan Manuel. Semi-finals: Greg Smith 21-9 Glynn Cookson, Kevin Duncalf 21-20 John Bailey. Final: Greg Smith 21-5 Kev Duncalf.
BBC News
08-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Mid Cheshire: 'This area has massive untapped potential'
Despite Mid Cheshire boasting a proud heritage, some of its residents think it has often been overlooked and overshadowed by the likes of Chester, Liverpool and its councils are going to promote Mid Cheshire in an attempt to encourage more business investment in the area and lure more region comprises the three salt towns of Middlewich, Northwich and Winsford - where the commodity has been extracted since prehistoric times - and the surrounding what's included in the plan, what could it mean for the area, and what do residents want to see? "A bold and ambitious 15-year vision," is how the new plan for Mid Cheshire was described by Cheshire West and Chester Council at a recent covers areas including business investment, skills and infrastructure, and will also include the creation of a business-led board named the Mid-Cheshire Partnership."It's about tying together the areas in Mid Cheshire that have a shared history and a shared heritage, as well as having strong economic ties," said the council's deputy leader Karen local authority is keen to emphasise that the plan will not be led by the it is designed to be a collaboration with businesses, community groups and councillors are not Lynn Gibbon said that while the plan offered a "compelling vision" for the area, she had concerns."Vision without delivery is just a story and right now the Mid Cheshire Plan has serious weaknesses in its foundations especially when it comes to growing our rural economy," she told the meeting where it was ultimately approved."I support the ambition but I challenge you to sharpen the evidence, cost the actions and get serious about rural delivery because we can't afford another strategy that sounds good but delivers little." Andrew Cooper is the first MP for Mid Cheshire for more than 100 previous Mid Cheshire seat was abolished in the 19th it was reinstated in 2024 as a result of a boundary review, all three of Mid Cheshire's major towns were in different parliamentary was part of the Congleton seat, Northwich was included in Weaver Vale, while Winsford fell within the Eddisbury while the Mid Cheshire plan was approved by Cheshire West and Chester Council, Middlewich is actually part of the neighbouring Cheshire East a result, the plan includes the two councils working closely together."Something that I've pushed for a lot - for a long time - is trying to eliminate this idea of 'borderland thinking'," said Labour MP Cooper."So we have an arbitrary line that goes between Cheshire West and Cheshire East, sort of skirting around the outside of Middlewich."But the economies of Northwich, Winsford and Middlewich? They're not separate entities, they're interdependent, they're integrated into one another."I've felt for a long time that the councils need to work more closely together and need more of a strategic vision about how you make the economy of Mid Cheshire work." But what do people in the area think? And what do the want to see?On Witton Street in the heart of Northwich, Paul Esling told me that while he believes the town has a lot to offer, it sometimes gets "overlooked".He would like to see the return of free parking and a reduction of business rates to encourage more independent and artisan shops."I think we get a bit lost," said Mr Esling, "because we're sandwiched by Chester, Liverpool, Manchester."You've got towns like Alderley Edge and Knutsford that are seen to be quite salubrious and I think we can [also] get overlooked in that respect."But he said annual events, such as the Pina Colada Festival and the River Festival, certainly helped."If they can do more of this here, the traders would have a better chance."But also it brings people in who wouldn't normally be here and then they come along and think 'this is alright, actually'." 'A bit run-down' Viv Powell lives in Winsford and regularly visits her daughter and grandchild in told me she wanted to see more investment in local high streets to encourage people to stay in the area."I think they should spend a bit of money, because there are a lot of people who live in this area that would do a lot more shopping here," said Ms Powell."But if you go to Chester there's no point in coming back into Northwich to buy a loaf."That's what they should be encouraging people, saying you don't have to go far to have a good time. Stay in your local area."Shelia Forrest lives in the village of Hartford, which is about two miles (3km) southwest of Northwich and only about six or seven miles from Winsford and would loved to see more cultural activities in the area, as she currently often heads to Knutsford or Chester."Maybe a bit more art-centred things here to see," she Forrest praised Northwich's cinema and theatre but said she'd like to see more exhibitions in the also said Mid Cheshire's town centres could use a little TLC."It's a little bit run-down," she explained. "The area's nice where they built the cinema but I think they could have probably done a bit more."I think they could improve the centre, clean it up. If you go out to Knutsford, it isn't like that, it's nice. If you go to Chester, it's nice."You don't want people going out of area so I think this would improve it." The Mid Cheshire plan was approved in May and is still at an early funding has yet been secured, although Cheshire West and Cheshire Council believes the plan's mere existence will help with bids for MP Andrew Cooper is very optimistic."I genuinely believe that Mid Cheshire has massive amounts of untapped potential," he said."I hope people from Middlewich, Northwich and Winsford will see that their concerns about how much attention, how much economic planning goes into the development of the places where they live, [have] been taken seriously, it's happening and people are on it." Read more stories from Cheshire on the BBC and follow BBC North West on X. For more local politics coverage, BBC Politics North West is on BBC One on Sunday at 10:00am and on BBC iPlayer.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Health
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Hospital-based children's services recognised for commitment to improving care
Mid Cheshire's hospital-based children's services have been awarded a certificate of commitment to improving care for mothers and babies. The award is the first step towards gaining recognition from UNICEF UK's Baby Friendly Initiative. The certificate was presented to staff at Leighton Hospital by Dr Clare Hammell, chief medical officer and deputy chief executive officer. Dr Hammell said: "This award from the UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative is a reflection of our ongoing commitment to increase breastfeeding rates and improve care for all mothers locally. "Breastfeeding protects babies against a wide range of serious illnesses, including gastroenteritis and respiratory infections in infancy, as well as cardiovascular disease, asthma, diabetes and obesity later in life. "We also know that breastfeeding reduces the mother's risk of some cancers, and that it supports the mental health of both mother and baby." The Baby Friendly Initiative is a global programme that aims to transform healthcare for babies, their mothers, and families. In the UK, the initiative works with public services to better support families with feeding and developing close, loving relationships to ensure that all babies get the best possible start in life. The certificate of commitment recognises that a healthcare facility is committed to implementing recognised best practice standards. Anne Woods, UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative deputy programme director, said: "We are delighted that Mid Cheshire Hospitals has received this award. "Our work to support breastfeeding is based on extensive and resounding evidence that breastfeeding saves lives, improves health and cuts costs in every country worldwide, rich and poor alike. "Mothers at Mid Cheshire Hospitals have the satisfaction of knowing that the staff are aiming to provide the highest standard of care."
