News for Cheshire

Quarries Warning for Youngsters

As the school holidays continue, young people in Cheshire are being warned to stay away from quarries.

Every year a young person is killed or injured by swimming in them.

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Number Plate Thefts on Rise

Cheshire Police are urging the public to pick up security screws after a rise in number plate thefts.

Drivers are not able to use the cars if the plates have been stolen and they have to pay for replacements.

Security screws, ultra-violet pens and Smart water can be used to deter thieves.

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 Campaign Focus on Passive Smoking Threat

The Smoke free Campaign is coming to Cheshire.

It is encouraging parents to protect their children from second-hand smoke.

It can damage their hearing, bring on asthma attacks and even cause cot death.

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Macclesfield Town Suffer First Defeat of the Season

Macclesfield lost 1-nil to visitors Shrewsbury at the weekend.

Despite home advantage at the Moss Rose, the Silkmen were unable to recover and find a reply.

The defeat now leaves Macclesfield in 16th place in the table.