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Two children die and nine others injured in horrific Southport stabbing incident
TWO children have died after a knife attack in Southport this morning, Monday, police have tragically confirmed. Nine other children have been injured, with six of the nine being in a critical condition. All those injured have suffered stab wounds
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Ex-Wales youth international becomes Town's fifth summer signing
WARRINGTON Town’s fifth new signing of the summer has been confirmed. Versatile defender Murphy Bennett becomes the latest player to join Mark Beesley’s squad, with the 19-year-old signing on for the new National League North season. Bennett
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Police launch CCTV appeal after 75 chairs and stools stolen from bar
POLICE have issued a CCTV still of a man they wish to speak to following the theft of chairs and stools from a bar. At around 7am on Saturday, June 19, two unknown offenders stole approximately 30 chairs and 45 stools from Savannah 19 bar on Common
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Artist who uses creativity to cope with mental illness displays work in Warrington
A 63-year-old artist who uses art to help cope with mental illness is displaying his work in Warrington town centre. Paul Larkin, who was first diagnosed with a mental illness at 18, uses art to help him cope after many struggles maintaining it
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Warrington head teacher's heartfelt message to parents as she leaves after 25 years
A WARRINGTON head teacher has expressed her ‘unending love’ for her school in a heartfelt farewell message to parents as she announces her departure after 25 years. Helen Lennon was once a pupil at St Oswald’s Primary School, in Padgate, which
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Ex-BBC presenter Huw Edwards charged with making indecent images of children
Former BBC presenter Huw Edwards has been charged with making indecent images of children, the Metropolitan Police has said. Edwards was suspended in July 2023 after claims he paid thousands of pounds for sexually explicit images. He remained
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Rachel Reeves announces 'painful' spending cuts - winter fuel allowance and more
Chancellor Rachel Reeves today announced a series of cuts to address a public spending black hole of around £20 billion left by the Conservatives. Ministers have in recent days sought to suggest the economic inheritance is worse than they expected
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Hundreds of people pack out town centre park to watch spectacular free show
HUNDREDS of people packed out a town centre park to watch a spectacular show this weekend. Bank Park was host to the Gorilla Circus which was part of Warrington Arts Festival’s final weekend. Among the gravity-defying stunts was wire walking
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Warrington’s cheapest and dearest petrol stations as fuel prices on the rise
DRIVERS are still paying too much for their fuel, with retail margins ‘significantly’ above historic levels, according to a UK competition watchdog. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said that the fuel market is still ‘failing consumers
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Match Review Panel rules on Matt Dufty's yellow card at Wigan
WARRINGTON Wolves can breath a sigh of relief after the release of this week's Match Review Panel findings. The panel have opted against further action against Matt Dufty following his yellow card during the Round 19 victory at Wigan Warriors,
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Police declare ‘major incident’ in Southport amid ‘number of casualties’ in stabbing
POLICE have declared a major incident in Southport, with a ‘number of casualties reported’. Merseyside Police has confirmed armed officers attended the seaside town this morning, Monday. This followed reports of eight people receiving stab
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Bank customers warned of temporary closure of town centre branch for upgrades
CUSTOMERS are being warned that a town centre bank branch will be closed temporarily this week. The HSBC branch on Bridge Street is to close its doors for a month to allow upgrade work to take place. This will include new paintwork and signage
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Gold and silver for Warrington athletes at English Championships
LEWIS Shaw underlined his status as one to watch in the world of athletics by claiming another national title over the weekend. Following his victories at the English Schools and the SIAB Schools International, the Warrington Athletics Club hurdler
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Jackpot as duo raise more than £2,600 in Las Vegas-themed charity night
TWO men have raised a fortune for two good causes after hosting a dazzling Las Vegas-themed fundraiser. Thomas Taylor and Gary Hornsby raised £2,677 for two charities, with £1,338.50 each going to Andy’s Man Club and PTSD999. The former is
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AMATEUR RL: 'Very special' Woolston victory and Crosfields win on the road
WOOLSTON Rovers bounced back to winning ways with what their head coach described as “a very special win” on Saturday. Having lost narrowly to promotion-chasing Leigh Miners Rangers last time out, the Green and Golds welcomed Dewsbury Moor Maroons
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Another extra bay created for Wire fans in Vegas due to huge demand
DEMAND for tickets among Warrington Wolves supporters for next year's historic clash with Wigan Warriors in Las Vegas has been extraordinary. Indeed, it has now been confirmed that another extra area has been opened for Wire fans after their allocated
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Weather warning issued as thunder and lightning storms set to hit this week
RESIDENTS are being warned that thunder and lightning storms could hit the area later this week. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for the north west, with heavy showers and thunderstorms expected to develop on Thursday, potentially leading
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Carer in ‘utter shock’ after advancing to national round of prestigious competition
A CARER working at a Warrington care home says she is ‘in shock’ after advancing to the national round of a prestigious competition. Mariza Dee, who works at Westvale House Care Home in Old Hall, has advanced to the national round of judging.
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Youths smash bus windows by throwing stones then flee on electric scooters
POLICE are investigating an incident of anti-social behaviour in which a bus was damaged. Two youths are reported to have thrown stones at a bus, smashing two windows, before fleeing the scene on electric scooters. The incident has only recently
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Suspect charged with threatening policeman and other man with a hammer in public
A SUSPECT has been named by the courts after being charged with threatening a policeman with a hammer in public. Christopher Doyle will appear before the courts after being charged with seven offences. The 39-year-old, of Rolleston Street in
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How swimmer Kathleen Dawson fared in her opening Paris 2024 Olympics swim
WARRINGTON swimmer Kathleen Dawson has completed her first swim in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The 26-year-old former Great Sankey High School student finished fifth in heat three of her specialty event, the 100m backstroke. Dawson, who came
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Wire's reserves put on a show in their final home game of 2024
IN what was their final home game of the year, Warrington Wolves’ reserve team put on a show at The Halliwell Jones Stadium. Those that chose to attend the Saturday lunchtime kick off were treated to a stellar display from Ryan O’Brien’s side,
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Did you know your pet can get sunburnt? Here's how to prevent and treat it
PDSA has issued a warning to pet owners about sunburn as the sun can impact our furry friends too. Sunburn can be painful for our pets and the skin damage caused by it can lead to cancer. When the sun is shining, there are ways to protect your
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Stargazers can look forward to seeing the Delta Aquariids meteor shower this week
Tomorrow, stargazers can look out for a meteor shower as the Delta Aquariids lights up the night sky. The display is expected to peak in the early hours of Tuesday with up to 25 shooting stars an hour streaking across the sky. The Delta Aquariids
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Sandwich shop seeks to 'expand' business to include hot food takeaway
PLANS seeking permission to enable a breakfast and sandwich shop to "expand" its menu and operate as a hot food takeaway have been drawn up. Proposals relate to the business premises at 64 Park Road South, Newton-le-Willows. Applicant Rizwana
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TRIBUTE: Decorated swimmer leaves us, but the memories will live on forever
BILLY Dutton will long be remembered for his character – as well as his remarkable swimming successes. The lifelong Great Sankey resident died a few months short of his 80th birthday, leaving the masters and open-water swimming communities in mourning
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Man found with Class A drugs and extreme animal porn spared jail
A 22-year-old man found in possession of Class A drugs and extreme bestiality pornography has been spared jail after ‘burying his head in the sand’. Owen Hennessy, of Lindsworthy Close in Great Sankey, appeared in Liverpool Crown Court on Thursday
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Woman must return her ex's phone after threatening to sell his photos on OnlyFans
A WOMAN who threatened to sell her ex’s photos on OnlyFans must return his phone. Shelley Taylor has been handed a community order after admitting to harassing her former partner in Warrington. The 41-year-old had been in a relationship with
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Residents complain of 'menacing seagulls' and their 'splatter' in one area of town
RESIDENTS have complained of ‘menacing seagulls’ in one area of Warrington. In particular, their ‘nuisance calling’ and the ‘splatter’ that they leave on cars. Those living in the Bewsey area say the problem is particularly bad around Warrington
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Demolition planned for remains of fire-damaged home after major fatal blaze
PLANS have been drawn up for the demolition of the remains of a home which was severely damaged in a major and fatal fire. An application has been submitted to Halton Borough Council’s planning department for the proposed demolition of the two-storey
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All the best and worst food hygiene ratings in Warrington given in July
THE month of June has seen a number of restaurants, cafés or canteens given new food hygiene ratings in Warrington – and we have a list of them here for you to see. Inspections are routinely carried out to ensure that establishments are up to scratch