County Cheshire Showbiz Latest News and Updates

"I didn't know whether to run around jumping for joy or cry buckets."

With Big Brother set to return after five years off air, a whole new host of contestants will experience life isolated from the outside world in the famous house. Throughout the show’s 18-year history on our screens, Big Brother brought us plenty of iconic moments and introduced us to some memorable personalities. Here, former contestant Sophie Reade, who won the show in 2009, talks to OK! about her own experience on the show… “Growing up, I watched Jade Goody on Big Brother and thought I’d apply as soon as I was old enough.

Standing proudly in the heart of residential Oswaldtwistle is a chip shop that has achieved heights only few in the region have managed. And as we found out, it's homemade fishcakes are to die for - with lashings of salt and vinegar.

Bosses of an historic country pub famed for its Sunday roasts have announced its sudden closure - blaming "£10k a month" gas and electric bills. The Frozen Mop is set in a 19th century barn building in rural Mobberley in Cheshire.

Former Love Island star Gemma Owen took to Instagram to show off a a rare snap of her garden at home, which is so big it could be mistaken as a park. The Love Island finalist, 20, appeared on last year's summer version of the show and lives in a sprawling home in Cheshire with her football legend dad Michael Owen, mum Louise, sisters Emily, 15, and Jessica, 12, and brother James, 17.

A gran whose weight left her feeling “drab” says an everyday household chore helped her drop three dress sizes.

An Audi was stolen after burglars smashed their way into a house in Cheshire. Police were called to the address on Gravel Lane in Wilmslow shortly before 7am this morning (Friday).

As a hard-working trucker he is entitled to a mug of tea. But not while driving on the M6.

A knuckle-duster carrying dealer 'brought misery' to residents in a town she helped flood with drugs. Georgia O'Brien was arrested while carrying a knuckleduster, 53 wraps of crack cocaine and 30 wraps of heroin .

A woman claimed she was sexually assaulted by Benjamin Mendy's friend Louis Saha Matturie after being invited to a party at the ex-Manchester City player's home, a jury heard. Mr Matturie denies sexual offences alleged by three separate women.

Manchester Airport has called for the HS2 rail line to be built in full as promised - from London to Manchester.

Stretford Public Hall is to get vital repairs as part of a huge funding drive from the government to 'secure' the future of pubs, museums and sports clubs across the UK.

When Barbara Geraghty-Whitehead first started experiencing a 'dizzy vertigo feeling' during the first coronavirus lockdown, she put it to the back of her mind.

A Cheshire pub once described as a ‘lost cause’ has now been named the best pub in Britain after taking the overall title at the Great British Pub Awards last night. The Cholmondeley Arms took home the award for Great British Pub of the Year and Country / Rural Pub.

A woman has died after a crash between a motorbike and tipper on a road in Cheshire.

A mum who piled on the pounds after snacking on crisps and biscuits has revealed her secret to losing more than two stone.

A number of schools have sent out emails to parents informing them that a lockdown has been put in place.

Manchester United players are leaving the club's Carrington training complex later now as they are kept in for lunchtime meals.

Molly-Mae Hague has been defended after she was seen issuing somewhat of a disclaimer on her latest social media post. The former Love Island star took to Instagram with an adorable snap of herself and baby daughter, Bambi, as they enjoyed a trip out.

Police are investigating after schools in Manchester, Cheshire and Liverpool were sent an email which 'made threats to pupils and staff'. At least one school, a primary in Chester, has been put in lockdown following the threat, while police officers have been sent to schools to 'provide reassurance', CheshireLive reports.

Greater Manchester is facing heavy rain this morning with a Met Office weather warning in force for several hours. It appears autumn has finally arrived today (September 12), with the recent heatwave making way for downpours and more typical temperatures.

A burglar who broke into homes in leafy Wilmslow and stole property worth thousands of pounds has been jailed.

Ben Shephard is usually seen looking suited and booted when he appears on national TV in the mornings on Good Morning Britain. But the presenter was rendered unrecognisable when he took on a tough challenge over the weekend.

Tommy Fury has teased some "exciting" news - but admitted he "may get in trouble" at home. The boxer offered the hint as he continues to train for his upcoming fight with KSI.

Members of the public are being urged to look out for a missing teenage boy with links across the north west. Rhys Dawson-Blake was reported missing on Monday (September 4), after he was last seen by a relative the evening before.

Former star of the Real Housewives of Cheshire Nermina Pieters-Mekic has told fans she's been diagnosed with breast cancer. The model and showjumper took to social media to confirm the heart-breaking news as she explained why she'd been silent on her online platforms recently.

Former The Real Housewives of Cheshire star Nermina Pieters-Mekic has announced in a heartfelt post on Instagram she has been diagnosed with an early stage aggressive breast cancer after finding a lump in her left breast. The star, who shares two-year-old daughter Alaya-Rose with her West Bromwich Albion player husband Erik Pieters, also explained her fears in the wake of her diagnosis that she wouldn't see her daughter "grow up." Speaking on her social media, alongside some pictures of her and husband Erik, including one of her wearing a cold cap which is sometimes used during treatment to prevent hair loss, Nermina said: "And just like that my life changed forever.

A mum who felt too self-conscious to be photographed because of her size has revealed her secret to losing almost two-and-a-half stone.

Christine McGuinness is stranded on holiday amid the fallout from the UK air traffic control meltdown – but is “safe and happy”. The model and TV personality, 35, gave an update on her unexpectedly extended sunshine getaway to her fans on social media. She is one of hundreds of thousands of airline passengers who have been stranded or delayed over the bank holiday weekend after flights were suspended due to a “network-wide” air traffic control computer failure.

Chris Evans flipped over a TukTuk and injured two female passengers at a car festival he runs. The former Top Gearpresenter overturned the rickshaw vehicle as he performed 'donuts' according to witnesses at the scene, the Mirror reports.

A drag queen who credits performing with saving their life is to make their Manchester Pride debut this weekend.

An 130-year-old pub in Cheshire has reopened following a major refurbishment - and its exterior now features a giant mural of Sir Winston Churchill.

The acting world doesn’t always pan out as planned for some soap stars, or perhaps they just need a break from the limelight. For some, turning their back on their on-screen profession in favour of a more ‘normal’ way of life is the way forward. With everything from careers in the teaching industry to working as firefighters, we take a look at what some soap stars are up to professionally these days.

Paddy McGuinness has reached out to his fans and says he was left 'speechless' after celebrating his 50th birthday last week. The Top Gear presenter took to his Instagram on Monday (August 21) to speak to his two million followers after receiving some mystery presents.

It might only be August but plans are well underway for Christmas, with light trails, ice rinks and Santa steam trains already confirmed and booking up fast. And now, there's a chance to get your office party sorted as a brand new alpine-themed yurt village is coming to Manchester.

Lucy Letby will die behind bars after murdering seven babies and trying to kill six others.