Local News from Monday, November 2nd, 2026

Thousands of illegal cigarettes and a large quantity of illicit tobacco have been seized during a joint operation carried out by Cheshire West and Chester Council, Police and HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).

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For Janet and her daughter Steph from Macclesfield, becoming smoke-free has brought far more than giving up cigarettes. Together, they have improved their health, saved money and supported one another through a life-changing journey.

 Friends for Leisure, a Cheshire East charity supporting children and young people with additional needs and disabilities, has raised more than £1,500 at a special charity gala dinner celebrating its 30th anniversary.