Shortly after 6am on 6 June the body of a man was discovered in the River Dee.
Formal identification has now taken place and we can confirm that it is Colin Purton, aged 78, who went missing from his home in Penyffordd on 22 May.
Next of kin have been informed.
There do not appear to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding the death and a file will prepared for the coroner.
Hundreds to turn Chester’s streets green to raise money for Clatterbridge Cancer Charity
The streets of Chester will turn green as hundreds of people take part in a glowing night walk to help local people with cancer.
Major step forward as powers move from Westminster to Cheshire and Warrington
The transfer of powers from Parliament to Cheshire and Warrington has been confirmed, giving local people and leaders more control over their destiny.
Police warn Nissan Navara owners to be vigilant following thefts
Police are warning Nissan Navara owners in Cheshire to be vigilant following nine thefts in the past two months.
Sam Rowlands, Member of the Welsh Parliament for North Wales, says the default 20mph speed limit is still causing confusion and frustration in North Wales.
Chester man found guilty of murder
A man has been found guilty of murdering a woman at his home in Chester.
Blues Match Report: Hereford 5 - 2 Chester
Chester FC fell to defeat in Worcestershire against Hereford at the Sixways Stadium on Tuesday evening.
Public toilets could be spared closure under Community Asset Transfer plans
The future of three sets of public toilets could be preserved after Flintshire County Council’s cabinet agreed to transfer the facilities to local management.
Cheshire Police Commissioner called on to apologise for misleading public over cost of Land Rover
Recent Freedom of Information data shows that the Cheshire Police Commissioner, Dan Price’s Land Rover has cost the taxpayer more than three times as much as just claiming business mileage over the same period.
Man charged with 39 offences related to online grooming
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Chester and Wirral Football League - Weekend Round Up
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Planned public consultations on Place Making Plans for Flint and Mold
Flintshire County Council is set to launch consultations to help shape the future of the towns of Flint and Mold, and local people are being encouraged to share their views.
Eastgate Square unveils centre-wide improvements as part of long-term repositioning strategy
Eastgate Square has completed a significant programme of centre-wide improvements, reinvigorating its central atrium, The Square, and enhancing the overall visitor experience in the heart of Chester.
Blues Match Preview: Hereford v Chester FC
Chester FC travel to Sixways Stadium in Worcester this evening for a meeting with Hereford.
Major step forward as powers move from Westminster to Cheshire and Warrington
The transfer of powers from Parliament to Cheshire and Warrington has been confirmed today, giving local people and leaders more control over the region’s future.
TOP CHESTER CHOIR SET TO BE JOINED BY SPECIAL GUESTS FOR FIRST CONCERT OF THE YEAR
A Chester-based choir, which is highly regarded as one of the best chamber choirs in the Northwest, will be joined by special guests for its first concert of 2026.
RISING YOUNG CLASSICAL MUSIC STAR TO JOIN CHESTER ORCHESTRA FOR CATHEDRAL CONCERT.
A rising star of the classical music world is set to join Chester Philharmonic Orchestra for its first concert of 2026.
Family pay tribute to 24-year-old woman who died following fatal collision in Barton
The family of a 24-year-old woman who died following a collision in Barton have paid tribute to her.
Safer access improvements to begin in Penyffordd
Transport improvement works will get underway this week at Penyffordd Roundabout, Flintshire County Council has announced.
Local MP to Host International Women’s Day Coffee Morning for Local Residents
Residents are warmly invited to join Samantha Dixon MP for a relaxed coffee morning and open conversation to mark International Women’s Day (IWD) on Saturday 7th March, 10:00am–11:30am.
£1.5 million boost for Flintshire town centres and community facilities
A £1.5 million package of improvements to public toilets, town centres and sports facilities has been approved by Flintshire County Council’s cabinet.
