Local News from Monday, August 31st, 2026

A Paul Lewis header, early in the second half, saw Morecambe end Chester’s unbeaten start to the season.

The Chester Civic Trust, which celebrates its 66th year this year, is opening its HQ Bishop Lloyd’s Palace to visitors during the national Heritage Open Days festival on Saturday, 12th September between 10am and 4pm.

Detectives are appealing for witnesses and video footage following a fatal collision on the M56 in Cheshire.

Chester FC will be looking to end the August Bank Holiday Weekend with a win as they welcome Morecambe to the Deva Community Stadium.