News in Frodsham

Yesterday (Monday 22 February), Prime Minister Boris Johnson set out the government's 'road map' out of lockdown.

In his announcement, Mr Johnson said that restrictions will be lifted uniformly across all regions of England, with a return of the tiered system having been ruled out.

Yesterday afternoon (Monday 22 February), one fire engine from Frodsham was called to a fire involving a van in Helsby.

At around 1.50pm firefighters were informed of smoke coming from under the bonnet of the stationary vehicle in Dove Close.

The Dunham Arms pub and its manager will have to pay £2,454 after the manager was found to be watering down spirits.

Jia Tong Chen, 41, manager of the Dunham Arms on Chester Road, Dunham on the Hill, pleaded guilty to nine offences in respect of himself and Dunham Arms Limited of selling spirits which had been watered down.

Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has outlined the government's 'road map' out of lockdown to the House of Commons.

During his briefing, Mr Johnson said: "We're setting out on what I hope is a one-way road to freedom."

Cyclists are now being offered the opportunity to express how safe they feel on local roads by filling out a survey created by Cheshire Police's Roads and Crime Unit.

Any cyclist who lives and or cycles in or through Cheshire is being encouraged to complete the short questionnaire from Cheshire Police.

A new coronavirus testing facility is set to open in Forest Hills Hotel car park on Bellemonte Road.

The centre, run by Cheshire West and Chester Council, will offer tests by appointment for local residents.

Cheshire's NHS Clinical Commissioning Group, the body responsible for rolling out the Covid-19 vaccine, is urging residents aged 65 and over to arrange their first dose via the online booking system rather than waiting for news from their GP.

This is because GP practices are currently focussing on the vaccination of people aged 16-64 who are clinically vulnerable, potentially creating a long wait for over-65s.

The congregation of St Laurence Church has raised an impressive £270 for The Children's Society through its Christingle Event on Christmas Eve.

However, the donation link is still open, and can be accessed by clicking here.

Which of Frodsham and Helsby's green spaces leave you feeling inspired? Might it be Woodhouse Hill, Helsby Quarry or maybe Castle Park?

Cheshire West and Chester Museums and Libraries are now asking you to share your photos of these spots for a new rolling online exhibition celebrating the beauty of our borough.

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