LION & Railway roared into a 10-point lead at the top of Division One of the Northwich and District Pool League when they whitewashed Coachman B 7-0 to maintain their 100 per cent start.

In-form Greenbank stayed in second place after beating Owley Wood 4-3, and Pillar of Salt moved into third place when they defeated Coachman A by the same score.

Witton Chimes A had an outstanding 6-1 win against Green Dragon A.

In Division Two, Barn Owl beat Green Dragon B to stay top, but close behind are Winnington Park and Gladstone Club.

This season's two new teams, Northwich Vics and Farmers Arms, both recorded 4-3 wins, while Witton Chimes B beat Thatched Tavern.

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