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How Luke Littler fared against Michael van Gerwen in World Matchplay first round
WARRINGTON darts star Luke Littler returned to action in the World Matchplay at Blackpool Winter Gardens. But the 17-year-old's debut in the competition was ended at the first hurdle by three-times past winner Michael van Gerwen. The Dutchman
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Much-loved Granada TV presenter to leave after 36 years
ONE of the most familiar faces on television in the north west is to leave her role. Lucy Meacock has decided to leave ITV Granada after 36 years as the main presenter of ITV’s flagship news programme Granada Reports. Lucy began her broadcasting
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New plans launched for a healthier Warrington
WARRINGTON Borough Council’s public health and growth teams have launched two new strategies aimed at creating a happier, healthier, more active future for people. The Warrington ‘Move More, More Often’ and the ‘Eat Well, Feel Well’ strategies
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Beloved children's book character coming to forest for 25th birthday celebration
FAMILIES will have the chance to meet a popular children's book character and take part in a host of budget-friendly activities at Delamere Forest this summer. To celebrate 25 years of Julia Donaldson's beloved book The Gruffalo, Forestry England
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Plans submitted for ‘redundant’ doctor’s surgery to be turned into 8-bed HMO
A PLANNING application for a ‘redundant’ doctor’s surgery on Bewsey Street has been submitted to transform the disused building into a HMO with eight bedrooms. The application, which was submitted to Warrington Borough Council on July 5 outlines
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Funded holiday programme to support families across Warrington returns for summer
THE funded holiday activities programme for young people across Warrington is returning for the summer. School holidays can be a difficult time for families with the extra expenses of food, childcare and activities to keep children entertained
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Dates for family favourite illuminated Christmas trail confirmed as tickets released
TICKETS for an illuminated family favourite Christmas tradition are officially on sale ahead of its opening in November. Christmas at Dunham Massey is an after-dark illuminated festive trail that is located on the grounds of the historic Grade
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2025 signing arrives early to boost Warrington Wolves for run-in
WARRINGTON Wolves have confirmed that, as opposed to arriving in time for next season, Luke Yates will join the club immediately. Terms have been agreed for the Australian forward to join The Wire in advance of the two-year deal he had signed from
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Talbot heads to Brands Hatch after remarkable effort in winning at Snetterton
JOE Talbot will head to Brands Hatch for the Bennetts British Superbike Championship this weekend buoyed by a gritty victory on his latest outing. The 20-year-old former Lymm High School student heads to the Kent circuit holding second place in
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Further weather warning issued for outbreaks of heavy rain and thunderstorms
RESIDENTS are again being warned to expect outbreaks of heavy rain and thunderstorms. A yellow weather warning was issued for today, and now a second has been issued within the space of 24 hours. This latest warning for rain came into effect
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Update on current unauthorised caravan camps in town as police and courts involved
POLICE and the court system have been involved following unauthorised traveller caravan camps set up in Warrington. This is according to an unauthorised encampment log for Cheshire and Warrington operated by Cheshire West and Chester Council.
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Boy, 17, was subject of drug driving arrest after traffic light crash, police confirm
POLICE have given more details about a crash which saw a set of traffic lights were destroyed over the weekend. Officers from Cheshire Police closed Wilderspool Causeway at around 11.30pm on Friday, at the junction with Loushers Lane and Gainsborough
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Police stop 67 vehicles on same day and M62 stretch that pilots died in horror crash
THE day that two Ryanair pilots died in a horror crash on the M62 – and on the same stretch of motorway – was a dedicated police crackdown operation. A car was involved in a collision with two lorries on the westbound carriageway between junctions
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Match Review Panel ruling on George Williams yellow card confirmed
WARRINGTON Wolves can breathe a big sigh of relief following the release of this week's Match Review Panel minutes. Despite being sin-binned for a high tackle during the victory over Leeds Rhinos on Thursday, star half-back George Williams has
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New police commissioner set to appoint two Warrington deputies on job share basis
CHESHIRE'S new police and crime commissioner is planning to appoint two deputies on a job share basis. Dan Price (Lab) defeated former commissioner John Dwyer (Con) in the May elections this year to take up the PCC post. On Friday, at a confirmation
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Police boss to be quizzed over ‘security lapse’ at Duke of Westminster’s wedding
CHESHIRE'S police commissioner is being asked to look into an ‘unacceptable security lapse’ which enabled protesters to disrupt the Duke and Duchess of Westminster’s wedding, which was attended by Prince William. Just Stop Oil protesters sprayed
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Human remains found in Tenerife amid search for missing teen Jay Slater
Human remains have been found in Tenerife, where Lancashire teenager Jay Slater went missing, according to Spanish police. Police on the Spanish island said that a “lifeless body” had been found and that “all indications suggest” it could be 19
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Warrington AC hurdler wins gold at English Schools Championships
WARRINGTON Athletics Club are celebrating one of their runners returning from the English Schools Championships with a gold medal and debut international selection. Lewis Shaw produced a stunning personal best performance to cross the line first
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Man found unconscious in road is taken to hospital after electric bike crash
A MAN was taken to hospital after reportedly being found unconscious in the road. Emergency services attended Priestley Street in Bewsey in the early hours of yesterday morning, Sunday, following reports from a member of the public who found the
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CCTV released by police investigating motorbike theft at Warrington Hospital
POLICE investigating the theft of a motorcycle outside Warrington Hospital have released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to. At around 3pm on Wednesday, June 12, an unknown offender stole a black and red Lexmoto Titan motorcycle
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Police update on manslaughter arrest as elderly man dies after bus ‘altercation’
POLICE have provided an update after a man was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter. It comes after a pensioner died following reports of an altercation on a bus in Warrington. At around 7pm on Saturday, July 13, police were called to Cotswold
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Toby King's 'wild' idea to help make rugby league more exciting
TOBY King was the latest guest on Sky Sports Rugby League’s weekly podcast – and it was as box-office as you’d expect. The Warrington Wolves centre joined Sky’s rugby league reporter Jenna Brooks and pundit Jon Wilkin for an episode filmed before
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Council responds to claim busy junction is dangerous amid crash fears
THE council has responded to claims that a busy junction in the town is dangerous. A resident contacted the Warrington Guardian raising concerns over safety at the junction of Hawleys Lane, Winwick Road and Long Lane. Concern stems from a number
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Who awaits Littler if he beats Van Gerwen in World Matchplay first round
LUKE ‘The Nuke’ Littler and Michael van Gerwen now know who lies in wait for whichever one of them wins tonight’s blockbuster battle in round one of the Betfred World Matchplay at Winter Gardens in Blackpool. The 2024 Premier League rivals with
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Town and Rylands shaping up nicely after friendly success
PRE-SEASON has started impressively for both Warrington Town and Warrington Rylands in terms of results. Both have beaten higher-ranked teams in their early friendly matches as they build towards the new campaign, with Town preparing for a second
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'Exciting' new pump track and first in the area opens at Warrington park
AN exciting new cycling track and the first of its kind in the area has officially opened at a park in Warrington. The new pump track is open at Dakota Park in Great Sankey and is predicted to be a major hit with young people across the town.
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Warrington residential home is rated one of the best in the world
A RESIDENTIAL home in Grappenhall has won one of the most prestigious accolades. Heathfield Residential Home is a care home for women and has been awarded platinum status by Investors in People - the highest accolade possible. It means policies
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Can I drop a kerb myself? Find out if you need permission from your council
Having a dropped kerb in front of your house can be useful in many ways. Not only does it allow access to vehicles from a road, across the pavement, into a driveway or parking area but it can also add value to your home. However, if you are
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The positive signs Sharrock saw in Wire women's loss to Leeds
WARRINGTON Wolves head coach Armani Sharrock had nothing but praise for the effort and desire of her young team despite their 50-4 defeat to the Leeds Rhinos in the Betfred Women’s Super League. The Wire, missing several first team players through
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Is a season-defining run of games about to start for Warrington Wolves?
OVER the next three weeks, we may know a lot more about what Warrington Wolves are playing for in 2024. The Wire are firmly in the conversation at the right end of the Super League table and upon the conclusion of Round 17, they sit second in the
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Mum issues acrylic nail warning to teens after daughter undergoes surgery
A mum is warning that many acrylic nails could be hiding a 'poisonous' ingredient that left her teenage daughter's thumb so infected she needed her nail surgically removed. Rebecca Scott had treated her 15-year-old daughter Laylah Crane to £45
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Warrington nursery named one of best in country in flawless report
A NURSERY has been named outstanding in all areas in a new report. Cheshire Day Nursery, based on Grammar School Road in Latchford, hit the perfect score following a visit by Ofsted inspectors. The glowing report praised staff and the environment
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Drunk tipped used cat litter tray over woman in ‘gratuitous degradation’ and hit her
A VILE incident by a drunk saw him tip a used cat litter tray over a woman he was supposed to love. Kevin Massey also struck his then-partner with the tray, slapped her on the leg and hit her to the face in an unnecessary domestic attack. The
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European chain takes over Warrington hotel
A EUROPEAN hotel chain has taken over a Warrington establishment. B&B Hotels has announced the takeover of five hotels at locations across the UK including the Pentahotel at Birchwood Business Park. In addition to the Warrington hotel,