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Journalist sees debut novel in print after 15 years

A journalist at the Ellesmere Port Pioneer is celebrating the publication of his debut novel – 15 years after he first came up with the idea for the mystery thriller. News editor Chris Smith, (32), began creating the characters for

Gays "should seek a cure" splash creates media storm

The reporter who broke a story quoting the Bishop of Chester’s views on homosexuals has found himself in the eye of a media storm. Chester Chronicle chief reporter Dave Holmes penned the exclusive for Friday’s edition, quoting the Rt Rev

Newsquest staff on the move

Andy Tipler, managing director of the Guardian Series, Warrington, has been promoted to managing director of Newsquest, Worcester. His successor will be Chris Hughes, currently finance director of Newsquest Cheshire/Merseyside at Warrington. Andy, who has more than 25 years’ experience

Cheshire baby vote scam explained – in court

The Baby of the Year contest at the Chester Chronicle received more attention than usual – when one doting mum spent £670 on phone calls to vote for her toddler. The competition in her local paper meant so much to

British Columbia trip for Peter

Former Newcastle Evening Chronicle deputy editor Peter Long is packing his bags for British Columbia as a guest of the International Society of Weekly Editors. He will jet out to Victoria, Canada, with his wife next month, for the society’s