Local News from Monday, July 6th, 2026

A man has been convicted of raping and attempting to rape a woman in Congleton.

Macclesfield District General Hospital has opened a new eight-bed Acute Medical Receiving Unit (AMRU), made possible through capital investment into Urgent and Emergency Care services, secured in 2024.

Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage following a fatal collision in Allostock, near Northwich.

A father is preparing to run 105 miles through the Lake District this July to thank the hospital team that cared for his premature son.

From September, Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust will send most outpatient appointment and clinic letters digitally via the NHS App and text message. Patients who would prefer to continue receiving paper letters will need to let the Trust know.

Congleton Town Council is delighted to launch its popular Summer Play Days, bringing four free days of family fun to Congleton town centre throughout the school holidays.