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19 years since Warrington last turned red and Labour won General Election
LABOUR’s landslide election victory secured a 174-seat majority in last week’s General Election – the party’s biggest since 1997. In a speech outside Number 10 Downing Street, new Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said “you have given us a clear
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Supplementary planning documents approved by council’s cabinet
NEW documents that will ensure new development in the town is designed to the ‘highest standards’ have been approved. The cabinet approved the updated supplementary planning documents (SPDs) at its meeting on Monday. According to a report to
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THE FINAL WORD: Not Wire's finest showing, but still comfortably good enough
IN many ways, this was “mission accomplished” for Warrington Wolves. Of course, that is far from the case in the long term but in this little block of fixtures, they can be happy with the job they have done. Their post-Wembley wobble knocked
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A hidden gem of a perfect pizza parlour in the town centre you need to try
FANCYING a bite to eat in Warrington town centre, we went for a walk around. We had no plans of where to go and were open to any options. Considering what type of food to go for, we walked past The Odyssey on Bold Street and saw a sign advertising
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Mum-of-three gets 'groundbreaking' opportunity to grow new business
A MUM-OF-THREE who left her job in sales to launch a new creative project feels that things are falling into place to grow her business. Describing herself as a creative, Katy Quinn had long wanted to build something of her own and so decided to
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Broomfields Leisure Centre pool problem 'may take some time to resolve'
THE swimming pool at a council-run leisure centre will remain closed for the moment, it has been confirmed. The pool at Broomfields Leisure Centre in Appleton has been closed since the start of the month. Now users have been told the problem
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Enormous fairground show to come to Warrington this weekend
THE popular Cheshire Steam Fair is back this weekend. Cheshire Steam Fair was established more than 30 years ago and attracts huge crowds The event sees the fields of Daresbury taken over this Saturday and Sunday. A full programme of top
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Two men killed in M62 horror crash were Ryanair pilots heading to work
THE two men killed in Thursday morning's crash on the M62 both worked for Ryanair. Cheshire Police have confirmed today, Friday, that Matt Greenhalgh, 28, and Jamie Fernandes, 24, are Captain and Senior First Officer for the airline. They were
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Predatory Warrington rapist may receive life sentence for horrific attack
A MAN who raped a woman who became separated from her friends on a night out has been told he may receive a life sentence. And three years after that horrific offence, Maryian Grudev tried to rape another woman in Warrington. After a trial
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The best places in Warrington to watch England in the Euros final on Sunday
IT is official, England are in the Euros 2024 final. Could it be coming home? The Three Lions will take on Spain on Sunday at 8pm. So if you fancy making an outing to watch the big game but can’t decide where to go, we can lend you a helping
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The new name Warrington Town's home ground will now go by
SUPPORTERS returning to Cantilever Park for Warrington Town’s first pre-season friendly may notice something different. Aside from the upgrades required for them to remain in the National League North, Yellows’ home ground has a new name as part
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The world's oldest horse has been reunited with hometown of Warrington
THE world’s oldest horse is back in his hometown thanks to Warrington Arts Festival and a dedicated new group of community campaigners. ‘Old Billy’ lived in Warrington more than two centuries ago and reached the grand old age of 62 – nearly three
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Retailer with 2 Warrington stores set to enter administration
Carpetright is set to enter administration, putting the future of its more than 1,800 staff at risk. The carpet and flooring retailer has filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators. It operates stores at Pinners Brow Retail Park and
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STAT ATTACK: How Dufty fell just short of keeping an impressive run going
MATT Dufty once again stole the show for Warrington Wolves as he played a key role in helping them beat Leeds Rhinos. However, one particular run of consistency came to an agonising end for the Australian full-back. We have become used to seeing
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Police urge residents not to have ‘blasé attitude’ in summer burglary plea
HAVING a ‘blasé attitude’ could be leaving the window open to thieves this summer – both metaphorically and physically. Cheshire Police is issuing home safety advice to residents to help keep their homes safe this summer. As warmer days and
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Lucky neighbours win £5,000 today on People's Postcode Lottery
LUCKY residents in the WA postcode area have been celebrating a win on the People's Postcode Lottery. Those living in the WA9 3GH postcode, in the area of Sutton, St Helens, all won £5,000 on Friday, July 12, if they were signed up to the Postcode
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Contract boost for Warrington Wolves as Ashton commits
WARRINGTON Wolves have moved to tie one of their key assets down to an extended contract. Winger Matty Ashton has penned fresh terms with the club, with his new long-term deal set to keep him at The Halliwell Jones Stadium until the end of the
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Emergency services called after crash closes main road in Warrington
EMERGENCY services were called following a crash in south Warrington this morning, Friday. Police say they were contacted about the incident on the A49 at Stretton at around 10.30am. Officers attended and found there had been a collision between
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Police issue rogue trader warning as resident scammed in tree cutting con
POLICE have issued a warning to residents not to be caught out by rogue traders operating in the area. Cheshire Police is making people aware of con artists who targeted a Stockton heath resident yesterday, Thursday. They claimed to be carrying
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The Wire player singled out for praise by Sky Sports pundits after Leeds win
A PLAYER who perhaps goes unheralded among the Warrington Wolves squad was singled out for praise by Sky Sports’ pundits following the victory over Leeds Rhinos. Both Sam Tomkins and Jon Wilkin had good words to say about Josh Drinkwater after
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Plans for blocks of industrial units near flats thrown out over multitude of flaws
PROPOSALS to create industrial units near to recently approved flats have been categorically rejected. Plans had been submitted to Warrington Borough Council’s planning department to build 11 small industrial units contained within two buildings
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When you can see famous Red Arrows flying over Warrington this weekend
YOU will be able to see the famous Red Arrows in the skies above Cheshire this weekend. The Red Arrows, officially known as the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, is the aerobatics display team of the Royal Air Force They will twice perform a
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What Littler is saying about World Matchplay clash with Van Gerwen in Blackpool
PREMIER League champion Luke ‘The Nuke’ Littler will be looking to continue his staggering first season in top-flight darts in the 2024 Betfred World Matchplay at Blackpool Winter Gardens. The Warrington 17-year-old will be making his debut in
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‘Increasing levels’ of homelessness among ‘risks’ facing council
‘INCREASING levels’ of homelessness in Warrington are considered ‘probable or almost certain to occur’, according to a report. The strategic risk and insurance report for quarter four of 2023-24 will come before the council’s audit and corporate
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LETTER: Could moving Walking Day to a Saturday help boost numbers?
I HAVE to say I agree with the comment on Warrington Walking Day. While still a fabulous event, it is not what it was. The crowds were down this year, there is no doubt about that, and there were far fewer people walking. I am not looking
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THE MORNING AFTER: Job done, the Dufty show and a nervous wait incoming
A THIRD victory in a row for Warrington Wolves as their momentum continues to rebuild. Leeds Rhinos were beaten 30-18 at The Halliwell Jones Stadium on Thursday night to allow The Wire to move - temporarily at least - into standalone second place
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LETTER: New MP is nowhere near the same as excellent Andy Carter
WHILE the rest of the country was waking up to celebrations on Friday morning, I have to say I was rather depressed. From the excellent Andy Carter as MP, we now have Esther McVey, who is not anywhere near the same bracket. And all through
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Decision set to be made on plans for hundreds of homes at Peel Hall
COUNCILLORS are set to make a decision on plans for hundreds of new homes on land at Peel Hall. A reserved matters application for 404 homes on the land – extending between M62 to the north, Mill Lane to the east, Poplars Avenue to the south and
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LETTER: It is about time Peel Ports spent money on terrible swing bridges
WITH reference to your good report about how United Utilities can be sued over canal sewage (Warrington Guardian, July 4) - it is about time. It has got away with doing the right thing and spending money, not on itself. I would comment the
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LETTERS: General Election reaction – denial of democracy or end of sleaze?
IF Boris Johnson’s 2019 General Election majority of 80 seats, with just 43 per cent of the vote, was a denial of democracy, then Labour’s colossal margin of 172 with 34 per cent voter share seems just as bad, if not worse. No less than 26 million
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Residents reassured over Christian festival event as 100 caravans arrive on field
RESIDENTS have been reassured that caravans reported on a field in Winwick are there legally. Reports have been received by Cheshire Police that around 100 caravans had accessed land on Highfield Lane in Winwick without permission. However,
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Unauthorised traveller caravan camp reported on car park of B&Q in Warrington
MORE travellers have pitched up unauthorised on private land in Warrington. A total of nine caravans and associated towing vehicles set up camp on the car park of B&Q Warrington. This is according to an unauthorised encampment log for Cheshire
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Millions of drivers who passed test before 2015 risking £1,000 fine, DVLA warns
Millions of motorists are currently driving illegally and at risk of a £1,000 fine from the DVLA, new figures have shown. It is illegal in the UK to get behind the wheel of vehicle without a valid photocard licence, which carries a driver’s personal
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Police closed M62 in early hours as man taken to hospital after being hit by lorry
THE M62 was again closed in the early hours of this morning, Friday. Emergency services rushed to the motorway heading westbound between junctions 12 for the M60 at Eccles and 11 for Birchwood. This came after emergency calls were received
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How will you be showing your support for England this weekend?
ARE you ready for the Euros final? Have you got your England flags or red and white bunting hanging from your windows? The Euros final featuring England v Spain kicks off on Sunday night at 8pm. How are you showing your support for the
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Town centre Spanish restaurant to close early on Sunday for Euros final
LAS Ramblas - the Spanish tapas restaurant on Palmyra Square will be closing early this Sunday so their team can watch the Euros final. Food is usually served until 9pm each Sunday at Las Ramblas and its sister restaurant Grill on the Square but
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Cow in danger of drowning in River Weaver hauled to safety by specialist firefighters
A COW stuck in a river has been rescued by Cheshire firefighters. The animal was in danger of drowning in a remote spot in the River Weaver. Firefighters were able to track down the distressed animal, thanks to the what3words app and Northwest
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Could Matty Nicholson pull on a Warrington shirt again after this year?
IT is clear Matty Nicholson is not moving to Australia to make up the numbers. Naturally, he would dearly love to have the same kind of impact and longevity in the NRL as the man he is effectively going to replace at Canberra Raiders from next
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NRL move confirmed for Matty Nicholson as Wire receive 'significant' transfer fee
MATTY Nicholson’s move to the NRL for next year has now been officially confirmed. Warrington Wolves have announced the back-rower's impending departure to take up a three-year deal with Canberra Raiders, with the move to take place at the end
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15 fabulous photos from Warrington schools' Prom 2024
PROM season 2024 is coming to end - and our special supplement inside the Warrington Guardian is coming soon! Youngsters across Warrington have been letting their hair down and celebrating the end of their GCSEs as they attended their leavers’
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We're looking for the best children’s class or kids’ group in Warrington
HOW do you keep the smallest members of your family happy and entertained? Do they go to baby yoga or music classes? Is there a reading group for toddlers that they enjoy or are they learning a foreign language? Who would you recommend
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Woman who begged man to sleep with her jailed for longer for stab threats to teens
A WOMAN who was recently locked up after begging a man in the street to sleep with her has been jailed for longer. Alison Haughton was handed a 38-week prison sentence only last month for sexual assault after grabbing a neighbour by the hips as
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More than 20 species discovered in Mersey in Warrington during event
MORE than 20 species of animals were discovered in the Mersey in Warrington. And this was just during one event hosted by The Mersey Gateway Environmental Trust at Fiddlers Ferry Sailing Club. The trust held an open day at the Penketh club
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Care concerns raised by family of woman, 37, who suddenly died at Warrington Hospital
THE family of a woman, 37, who deteriorated suddenly at Warrington Hospital have raised care concerns, an inquest heard. An inquest was opened into the death of Jade Ellis, of Townfield Lane, Winwick, at Cheshire Coroners Court on Wednesday.