Local weekly news 01/05/2026

Local weekly news 01/05/2026

Author: Chester Talking Newspaper May 1, 2026 Duration: 1:22:38
Local news from Chester, including Pub helps fund vital treatment for Ellesmere Port girl with life-threatening allergies; Chester schoolgirl to join top circus company in Las Vegas; Westminster Park 80th anniversary celebrations feature Duke and Duchess; UK and Mozambique musical collaboration coming to Chester; Date for Mold Shire Hall demolition; Plant Fair in Holywell; Santander closes last branch in Flintshire.

For residents in and around Chester who are blind or partially sighted, Chester Talking Newspaper delivers a vital, familiar service in audio form. This weekly audio digest transforms local news and community stories into an accessible format, continuing a long-standing tradition of connection. Each episode is carefully prepared by a dedicated team, ensuring listeners stay informed about the matters that affect their city directly-from council decisions and local events to human interest stories and updates you might not find in national headlines. The audio version you hear in this podcast is first shared with listeners via posted cassettes and memory sticks every Friday evening, a personal touch that underscores its community heart. Shortly after, the same recording becomes available here, offering a convenient way to catch up on demand. It’s more than just a news report; it’s a consistent, reliable voice for the visually impaired community in Chester, discussing politics and local affairs with a clear understanding of the area’s unique character. Tuning in means keeping your finger on the pulse of the city, delivered with a neighbourly familiarity that has defined this service for years.
Author: Language: en-gb Episodes: 9

Chester Talking Newspaper
Podcast Episodes
Local weekly news 15/05/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:22:28
Local news from Chester, including Chester actress Summer-Joules leads ‘Boo playing Bella’ film, Plans for new parking restrictions in Chester announced, The Chester country pub among UK’s best for dog-friendly breaks, H…
Local weekly news 08/05/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:11:36
Local news from Chester, including 1. Fine imposed on man for entering a property subject to a closure order. 2. 35 years of Pets at Home in Chester. 3. Tackling fly-tipping. 4. University of Chester wins national award…
Local weekly news 17/04/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:34:50
Local news from Chester, including Chester FC in play-off position after win over leaders, St George returns to Chester to tackle fire-breathing dragon, UK-based Russian classically trained pianist to perform in Chester,…
Local weekly news 10/04/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:00
Local news from Chester, including 1. Chester zoo helping to reintroduce Bongo to Kenya. 2. Chester Primary School received mixed report from OFSTED. 3. Cheshire police Operation Caesar highlights safe driving. 4. Cheste…
Local weekly news 03/04/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:57:34
Local news from Chester, including Update on A494 River Dee bridge; Motability changes 2026 charges and higher costs explained; Farm training centre Agri-cation plans Cheshire expansion; Duke and Duchess of Westminster v…
Local weekly news 20/03/2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:22:58
Local news from Chester, including UK Zoo released thousands of giant spiders into the wild, Chester Racecourse line-up to feature Bootleg Beatles, Gareth Gates to headline food and drink festival in Chester, Cheshire Po…