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Pupils score a perfect 100
HOLY Family Catholic Primary School of Cronton were "delighted" with their Key Stage 2 SAT results, which saw 100 per cent scores in English, Maths and Science. A spokesman said: "All children and staff work extremely hard and we are delighted with the
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Rod Stewart
It Had to be You - The Great American Songbook THERE'S no doubt about it - Rod Stewart's voice ain't what it used to be. And although there are critics out there who would arguably say that he never had a fantastic voice anyway, the inevitable effects
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Escapology
Robbie Williams THE entertainer is back. Robbie Williams, king of pop, has stormed to the top of the charts again with his fifth solo album, Escapology, after taking a well earned rest in America and it's packed full of great tracks. The first tune to
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Wired and Wonderful
Lee Evans Live at Wembley Arena Ever since Newman and Baddiel's groundbreaking stadium performances, the path has been open for high profile comedians to be able to take to a stage that would be more effectively dominated by Bruce Springsteen Although
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Spider-Man
Cert: 12 COMIC book hero Spider-Man finally made it to the big screen in this mildly enjoyable romp, directed by Sam 'Evil Dead' Raimi. Nerdy student Peter Parker (Tobey Maguire) lives with his aunt and uncle, and is madly in love with girl next door
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Blondie + INXS
Manchester Arena NOSTALGIA may have been in the air at Manchester Arena on Sunday, but Blondie and INXS are two bands still very much looking to the future. This festive UK tour is crucial for INXS, who are back with new singer Jon Stevens, five years
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The magic touch
IT'S the unlikeliest of popular beat combos. When two friends from Liverpool met a duo while travelling in Eastern Europe they could hardly imagine that music critics everywhere would today be heralding their shared pop sensibilities. Ladytron have emerged
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Ambitious plan unveiled for Weaver Valley Park
NANTWICH could be part of a possible regional park in a project designed to aid rural recovery. With the county's agricultural and tourism industries still reeling from the Foot and Mouth crisis and September 11, the idea is a positive one that could
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Let there be dark
I WOULD like to join with all the well wishers in congratulating Warrington Wolves following the good news that the new stadium is finally going to be built. And being so close to where I live, I shall have to buy a season ticket! But as the local officer
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Need for a cinema
WE DO need a cinema in or near to the centre of Warrington, be it multiplex or whatever. How about the imposing albeit disused Cheshire Lines building at the rear of Central Station. It stands in its own grounds and access to the site is quite easy for
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Fans celebrate but will they be able to park?
IT'S GOOD news for all sports fans that Warrington Wolves has finally got the green light for a new stadium. But there are some issues that should have been sorted out before approval was given. The total number of parking spaces provided for both the
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Good communications are essential to success
I SHOULD like to respond to the comments made by Helen Jones MP in her column 'House Calls' by highlighting the vital role which communication plays in today's NHS. The following is taken from the 24 page document entitled: Shifting the Balance of Power
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ScottishPower is confident over gas plant evidence
A COMPANY that wants to build a huge gas plant in Byley this week finished putting its case across to a Government inspector. On Thursday, a ScottishPower spokesman said the company was confident the evidence it had submitted to the inquiry would show
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Action could be taken over troublesome trees
DRASTIC action could be taken by borough council bosses this week to deal with a crop of troublesome trees in Middlewich. Congleton Borough Council will meet today, Wednesday, to discuss ways of dealing with a group of trees in Rushton Drive that is apparently
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Are you Wolves wise? Quiz Four
Here we go again with the fourth section of our Wolves quiz series, to test your knowledge about all aspects of the primrose and blue club. We think these will really test your brains. It is all for fun and don't forget to visit back to check out the
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Changes approved
A RETROSPECTIVE planning application for a single rear extension on Egerton Avenue in Fairfield has been deferred until the first development control committee meeting of the New Year. The property, which is a semi-detached house, has an extension, which
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Mixed results in school league tables
WINSFORD schools produced a mixed set of results in this year's primary league tables. St Chad's Primary School had an excellent set of results, with an across the board increase in English, maths and science. The school obtained 86 per cent in English
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Popular bus service could be saved
USERS of a popular bus service which was to be axed may have a happy ending to their transport worries after all. Passengers who use the X22 bus - which travels from Glebe Green to Liverpool on Saturdays with a return run in the evening - were told by
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Shop granted
PLANS to build a new Spar shop in Chester Road have been approved following negotiations with the developer. The plans were deferred at last month's meeting of the borough's development control committee after residents in Elgin Avenue raised concerns
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Join our youth council
DON'T forget that volunteers are still needed to form a youth council in Westy. Clr Hans Mundry is contacting youngsters who said they wanted to join at a fun day in November but other teenagers are welcome. The youth council will look at what youngsters
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Police hunt after attack on woman
A WOMAN was assaulted in a frightening attack in Winsford on Saturday, December 1. The 39-year-old woman was walking home along Saxon Crossway at 11.30pm when she discovered a man urinating into a hedge. She ignored the man and continued on her way home
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Movers and shakers put on a show!
YOUNGSTERS in Westy have been moving and shaking this week in preparation for a special show. Children, aged between six months and four years old, are busy rehearsing for performances at Playmates' two open days. The first open day will be at Westy Community
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Memorial service to light up a life
ST Luke's Hospice in Winsford was the venue of a special memorial service at the weekend. The hospice's annual Light Up a Life fundraiser has raised lots of vital cash in past years and this year's event continued that trend. But the emphasis was firmly
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£5m recycling plant plan is approved for second time
PLANS for a £5.5 million recycling plant in Latchford have been given the go-ahead for the second time. Alcan and Imco, two aluminium recycling giants, resubmitted the proposals to the borough council despite receiving permission for the plans back in
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Scared to go home
A WINSFORD woman is scared to return home after an 18-inch crossbow bolt was fired through a second-floor window at her house. Tracy Barcoe was not at her terraced home in John Street, Winsford, when the terrifying incident happened sometime between Wednesday
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Jubilee play ground boost for villagers
AFTER a long wait the people of Antrobus finally have a new children's play area in the centre of the village. The jubilee playground was officially opened on Thursday, December 12. During the past two years, the parish council and residents have been
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Darius live at the Carling Apollo, Manchester Saturday, May 17, 2003
THE Carling Apollo, Manchester, has announced that Glasgow-born solo star Darius will be playing there next May as part of his debut UK tour. The Pop Idol finalist's highly anticipated debut album, "Dive In", was released earlier this month and reviewed
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Mayor to visit Omagh for concert
WARRINGTON'S continued links with Northern Ireland will continue this weekend when the Mayor visits tragedy-stricken Omagh. Mayor Clr George Warburton and Mayoress Olive Warburton will attend an advent concert in the town tomorrow, Friday, at 11.30am.
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Fire rally success
WARRINGTON firefighters joined a national rally in London last weekend aimed at raising awareness of the dispute over pay. And if negotiations, which are taking place this week, fail, the third strike will start at 9am on Monday and continue for eight
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Off licence chain calls in receivers
RECEIVERS have been called in at a Warrington off licence chain that employs more than 3,000 people around the country. Increasing competition from supermarkets has been cited as one of the reasons behind the Loushers Lane-based Cellar 5 group's current
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Dave brings down curtain on illustrious police career
A WARRINGTON police officer, who was awarded the force's highest honour and has spent almost 30 years serving the town, will soon be retiring. Det Sgt Dave Betts, head of the Crime Prevention and Community Safety Unit at Warrington, retires next week,
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Masons dig deep again to help St Rocco's Hospice
WARRINGTON Masons handed over a welcome donation to St Rocco's Hospice last week, to the tune of £2,400, which will help to buy new equipment. This is the fifth year that the hospice has received a grant from the Masonic Grand Charity to help enable St
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You're in the Army now (well, almost)
SEVEN Warrington youngsters will congregate at the Masonic Hall on Winmarleigh Street this week ready to sign up for a career in the Army. They will be greeted by Captain Phil Atkinson, the Army careers advisor for St Helens and Merseyside, before swearing
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Judo club finds new home after old one gets the chop
A JUDO club with around 40 young members has secured a new base in Sankey Bridges. Plans to build a clubhouse with car parking for the Samurai Judo Club on land off Wellfield Street were approved by the borough council's development control committee
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Stadium and Tesco store will bring jobs boost
THE new Warrington Wolves stadium and Tesco development looks set to provide a massive regeneration and jobs boost for the whole town. Members of Warrington Borough Council's planning committee met last week to back the scheme that will benefit the forgotten
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Army raises charity cash
A COLLECTION held after The Salvation Army's annual charity concert has raised more than £400 to provide clean water. The concert, attended by the Mayor and Mayoress of Warrington, Clr George and Mrs Olive Warbuton, included music, carols and an original
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Centre awarded quality mark
A CENTRE in Warrington that helps people affected by abuse has been rewarded with a community achievement seal of approval. The Warrington Advice & Resource Centre, based at Palmyra Square, has scooped the Community Legal Service (CLS) Quality Mark
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Warrington MEP welcomes airport security legislation
LAWS aimed at improving the security of Europe's airports have been welcomed by a Warrington MEP who helped to create them. Jacqueline Foster MEP was involved in the discussions between the European Parliament and Council to reach an agreement on financing
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Flightpaths will NOT change
THE flightpaths over Knutsford will not change, airport bosses said on Monday. In a statement faxed to the Knutsford Guardian, managing director John Spooner said the airport would instead continue to seek ways to reduce the impact of aircraft noise.
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MP will support graduate tax
A WARRINGTON MP has slammed plans to charge students top-up fees but says a graduate tax could fund a world-class university system. The Labour Government has come under heavy criticism for its policy that could see students wishing to attend the country's
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Council asking for more help from parents
WARRINGTON Borough Council is on the lookout for parent governors who have an interest in the future of education in the borough. The council is looking for a parent governor representative for secondary and special schools to join the scrutiny and strategic
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Becks 'bigger than Santa'
DAVID Beckham is more popular than Santa Claus - that is the verdict of youngsters from the Wacky Warehouse at the George and Dragon pub on Warrington Road, Glazebury. Children surveyed admitted that they would rather have presents from Becks than bearded
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Council meets on Monday
THE next full meeting of Warrington Borough Council takes place this Monday, December 16, at the Town Hall. The meeting is open to members of the public and starts at 6.30pm.
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Warning over sales tactics
THE sales tactics of some security firms operating in Warrington are "extremely concerning" according to trading standards officers. Firms selling panic systems, house alarm systems and intercoms are often targeting frail older people. According to the
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Council may relinquish control of its housing
CONTROL of Warrington's 10,000 council homes could be transferred into private hands, according to a new report. The report, to be discussed at a Town Hall meeting next week, puts forward four alternatives for the future of the borough's housing stock
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Man, 34, faces carjack charges
A MAN has appeared in court in connection with a carjacking offence in Appleton and a series of similar offences across the county. Michael Champion, aged 34, from Blackpool, faces 10 charges following incidents in Warrington, Blackpool and St Helens
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Elderly man is sought after bus attack on girl, 17
DETECTIVES are hunting an elderly man who indecently assaulted a teenager travelling on a bus towards Warrington. A 17-year-old girl caught the number 19 bus at Leigh bus station at 3pm on Friday, December 6, and sat at the back. An elderly man also got
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Relief at last as M62's junction eight opens
JUNCTION eight of the M62 will officially open next week - and will finally ease congestion in Warrington after 18 months of improvement work. Work began on the £32 million interchange in March last year, to widen the motorway to four lanes between junctions
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Donation
GRAPPENHALL and Thelwall Parish Council has agreed to donate £125 to ChildLine North West.
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Festive service
ST PETER'S Church, in Oughtrington, holds its annual Christingle service on Christmas Eve, starting at 4pm. Everyone is welcome.
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Gareth Gates: What My Heart Wants To Say (19 Music) single
THE spiky-haired second placed pop idol returns with a bland and uninspiring title track that would be very welcome at any karaoke party. Also included on this bumper festive package is a video and, because it's that time of year, a very soppy seasonal
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Changes planned
ALTERATIONS are planned for Heatley Heath Farm in Lymm, which would involve converting the existing barn and stables area into two houses. The application has been lodged with Warrington Borough Council.
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Let there be lights
WARRINGTON Borough Council has proposed the installation of traffic lights at the junction of Chester Road and Church Lane. After consulting residents, the council has decided that traffic lights would be the most effective safety measure at the junction
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Village ready to step back in time for Dickensian festivities
THIS year's Dickensian Day will bring Lymm to a standstill on Saturday and once again there will be family fun throughout the village. The main parade gets under way as usual from the Lymm Hotel at 1.30pm, featuring morris dancers, horse-drawn carriages
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Lottery boost for £1 million dam project
A BID to secure funding for an ambitious £1 million project to renovate Lymm Dam has taken another step forward. The project application by the Lymm Environment and Heritage Group has been given stage one approval by the Heritage Lottery Fund, meaning
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New Year concerts
Manchester Camerata's New Year Gala Concerts are always a favourite with audiences, and this year will be no exception. Indeed, in the orchestra's 30th anniversary year, the celebrations are set to be more spectacular than ever! The New Year's Eve Opera
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Cosmopolitan comedy capers at the Rawhide Club this month
The next two weeks at Rawhide bring two of the very best comedians from over the pond. Representing Canada there's a 2002 Perrier Award Nominee and a Rawhide favourite, Phil Nichol. He promises outrageous antics, comic songs and more energy than the Duracell
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If the coat fits ...
Bill Kenwright's record-breaking production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's phenomenal family musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat has a fantastic new star for Liverpool - Boyzone's Stephen Gately in his theatrical debut! The Empire
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Youth choir sing in Omagh
THE Warrington youth choir are travelling to Omagh in Ireland this weekend to perform a series of concerts designed to strengthen links between the two towns. Both Warrington and Omagh share the harrowing experience of being victims of terrorist attacks
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Under 18s night at Mr Smiths
RISING star Lucy Carr, first artist to be signed to Peter Stringfellow's new record label, is performing at the opening of a new monthly under 18's event being held Warrington's Mr Smiths nightclub. Other performers include Flip n' Fill, Smoke 2 Seven
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Fat Shaft v Starsailor
IT'S the clash of the titans! Come the bell sounding tomorrow, Friday, Warrington music fans will have the choice between watching Starsailor or Fat Shaft. Ok. Maybe, it's not a fair contest. But the electronic wizards are a good alternative as many of
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Search for field tales
THE search goes on for tales and memories Lymm people might have of using the field next to the Farmers Arms pub. Lymm Parish Council needs to hear from as many people as possible with memories of using the land if they are to successfully apply for it
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Operation slashes car park crime
AN undercover operation has taken place in a bid to slash car crime at a Westbrook pub car park. Following 21 vehicle break-ins at the Memphis Belle, officers from Sankey police's community action team launched an investigation. Using a covert observation
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Could you be Santa's little helper?
THIS Christmas The Lowry Hotel is adding a special touch of magic by making sure that every guest staying at the hotel over Christmas - including around 50 children - will receive a present specially chosen for them. And they need YOUR help! The hotel
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Historic Bath House is in 'perilous condition'
URGENT work is needed to save part of Congleton's history, borough conservation officer Michael Scammell has warned. The Bath House at Colehill Bank is a listed structure in the former garden of Bradshaw House. The Bath House and a classical garden seat
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Fatal road smash sparks witness appeal
POLICE are appealing for witnesses to road accidents which claimed a man's life and left another seriously injured. Brett Holmes died from injurie he suffered in a three-vehicle accident at Rode Heath on Thursday. Another man was badly injured in another
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Spring date for skatepark
CONGLETON skateboarders could have a long-awaited home of their own by next spring alongside the town's leisure centre. A £63,000 skatepark is earmarked for land near the centre for the scores of local teenagers who enjoy the sport. The youngsters are
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You'll be in rock 'n'roll heaven with Buddy
Buddy Liverpool Empire DON'T miss this chance to Rave On with one of the fore fathers of Rock and Roll in a musical biography of the bespectacled boy star who became a legend. Gus MacGregor's portrayal of Buddy is striking and convincing but it's the
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Cheeky Monkey's comic link-up
IT'S the clash of the titans! Don't adjust your TV sets this Christmas as Warrington funny man Steve Harris gets ready to do battle with everyone's favourite ice queen - Anne Robinson. Harris, the brainchild behind the Cheeky Monkey Comedy Club, was delighted
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Natural Born Killers
Cert: 18 DO not bother with the popcorn bowls when settling down to watch the uncut version of Oliver Stone's directorial vision Natural Born Killers -you might choke! Natural Born Killers caused a stink as one of the most controversial and critically
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From ballet shoes into the battlefield
Deathwatch Cert: 15 By ALISON KLABACHER THE horror of the First World War battlefields is given a new meaning in this disturbing gore-fest of a film that brings a different kind of terror to the trenches. A group of soldiers, portrayed by big names including
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Street lighting complaints prompt campaign
THE quality of street lighting in Nantwich is so poor that a local councillor has started a campaign to improve the dim situation. Jean Pearson, who represents Wellington Ward, is the latest councillor to speak out about the poor lighting problems facing
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Call yourselves Christians?
SO CHRISTMAS comes early to Stockton Heath! We refer to the article in the Guardian "Rid the village of these beggars" and are saddened to read how the police and parish councillors are asking shoppers not to buy food for "beggars", fearing that the leafy
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Still many questions to be answered
I READ with amazement the comments made by North Cheshire Hospital Trust Chief Executive Paul Cronin in response to my questioning the amount of money the Trust spends on public relations. He has it would seem spun himself into some confusion. According
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Murder gang stole car from Middlewich
SOMEONE in Middlewich could hold vital information in connection with a murder in Wavertree. Police confirmed yesterday, Tuesday, that a car used by a masked gang of men in an armed attack on a pub in Wavertree was stolen from a showroom in Middlewich
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WYCH CENTRE HERE TO STAY
A COUNTY councillor has slammed those he believes are whingeing about the future of the Wych Centre. Clr Dave Sutton said the Wych Centre in Civic Way does receive grants and says the grant of £3,645 is still the largest of any organisation in the Congleton
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Found a home
A SCALE model Georgian house, which was featured in the Guardian two weeks ago, has gone to a good home. Ron Tinsley, of Kemmel Avenue in Wilderspool, has spent the past 10 years making the 1/12th model and he was looking for a local charity to donate
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Time to play
WESTY Sure Start holds play afternoons at the toy library every Wednesday between 1pm and 3pm. The sessions, which are for pre-school children and their families who live in Westy, are held at St Margaret's Community Centre on Lindley Avenue. More information
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Praise for teenagers who helped cows on the moo-ve
POLICE have praised three teenagers from Tarporley Community High School after their quick thinking and commitment prevented a road accident. John Buck, Ben Wrigglesworth and James Nixon were walking to James's house on November 3 when the lads came across
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Spa is a feet of genius
AMAZED, I watched the water round my feet turn orange! It's not a trick, I was told reassuringly, just toxins being drawn away from your joints. I felt so relaxed as the warm water gently bubbled around my feet, I could have fallen asleep. Complimentary
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Having FUN!
YOUNG members of Families UNited were joined by Warrington's Mayor on Sunday to celebrate the charity's first Christmas. FUN is a group for youngsters aged between two and 16, who have different disabilities, and Clr George Warburton joined in the fun
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Scott's surprise visit was the icing on the cake
A YOUNG boy was rewarded for his devotion to Winsford United when defender Scott Williams put in a surprise appearance at his birthday party. Johnathan Simpson, aged seven and from Heaton Square, is a devoted United fan who watches as many of his team's
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Why build new homes when flats are empty?
AN angry resident has slammed proposals to build 150 properties in Westy when council flats are lying empty at Kingsway House. Anne Heesom, of Pichael Nook, has been protesting against plans for flats and housing association homes on a contaminated former
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School excludes boys for dealing in drugs
THREE boys aged between 13 and 15 have been permanently excluded from Sandbach School after being caught supplying and dealing drugs. The school has also given fixed term exclusions of 10 days each to five boys for possession and for linking up other
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Happy birthday!
December 11 Connor Mainwaring December 12 Jessie May Fewtrill Melanie Owens Sarah Jane Batty Holly Sheen Herbie Dakin Joshua Claffey Zachary Clarke December 13 Robert Mather Clare Hewitt Kylie Broadfield Alexandra Hall Charlotte Louise Wilks Laren O'Toole
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Deputy head bids farewell after 26 years
THE deputy headteacher of Weaverham High School has announced his retirement this Christmas after dedicating 26 years to the school. Stan Williams joined the school in 1976, following a period of teaching at St Nicholas High School in Hartford. He arrived
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Kit appeal is a big success
YOUNGSTERS in Georgia are to benefit - after Davenham Junior Football Club's successful appeal for football kits. More than 560 items have been collected and will be delivered to Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child in Wrexham before Christmas.
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Class acts
TWO of Warrington's most famous faces were among the 130 students honoured at Warrington Collegiate's eighth annual award ceremony. Warrington Wolves coach Paul Cullen and best-selling author Pete McCarthy have been awarded fellowships of the institute
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Civilians to tackle disorder problems
CIVILIANS will soon be helping the police in Warrington to clamp down on problems of disorder and anti-social behaviour in the town. Six community support officers - selected from members of the public - are soon to be employed as part of a national trial
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County's top cop hangs up truncheon after 39 years' service
THE top police officer in Cheshire has stepped down as Chief Constable after 39 years of service in the force. Nigel Burgess retired last week to signal the end of five years in the job, and he passed on his best wishes to his successor, Peter Fahy. Mr
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Coach Cullen honours hard-working schoolchildren
WARRINGTON Wolves coach Paul Cullen was on hand to honour deserving pupils at Bridgewater High School's annual awards ceremony. The Wires' saviour presented prize winners with their awards as the school celebrated the success of more than 120 pupils in
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Wolves recruit a Manic Street Preacher and a former Stone Rose
ONE of Warrington's favourite sons and a man with more than a passing link with the Wire have passed on their congratulations following news of the Wolves' new stadium. Warrington Wolves club captain Lee Briers met up with ex-Stone Roses legend Ian Brown
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Digging in... at last
Action always speaks louder than words and at last Warrington Wolves fans can believe their new stadium is on its way after contractors moved in to start digging up land this week at the southern end of the former Carlsberg-Tetley brewery site. One of
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Policy meeting
THE next meeting of Warrington's policy committee takes place next week at the Town Hall. The meeting begins at 5pm on Monday.
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Screening day
WARRINGTON Lions will hold an osteoporosis-screening day on January 4. The simple test involves measuring the ankle density and takes just a few minutes. The tests will be in the Golden Square management offices. For an appointment call 813652.
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Blood session
THERE will be a blood donor session on Christmas Eve from 10am until 12.30pm at Wycliffe United Reformed Church Hall, Bewsey Street/Edgeworth Strreet.
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Collegiate students try to bridge the college work gap
STUDENTS with learning and physical disabilities have successfully completed a course in Dallam aimed at bridging the gap between college and work. The access to community and employment project, ACE, has been running in partnership with Warrington Collegiate
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MEP slams EC food plans
A WARRINGTON Euro MP has condemned the use of irradiation in food - after plans were revealed to extend the number of groceries treated this way. Liberal Democrat MEP Chris Davies, a member of the European Parliament's health and consumer affairs committee
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Post deadline coming soon
SEND your cards early, was the message to Warrington residents as the Post Office released posting dates for the hectic Christmas period. To get your greeting to a loved one on time, send second class post by December 18 and first class by December 21
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Star Gladys is top of the class
A FRENCH linguist at Warrington Collegiate Institute has scooped a top award after achieving full marks in her French A-Level exam. Gladys Abouchaar was named as the top candidate in all languages A-Levels last summer and the Assessment and Qualifications
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Drink drive campaign launched for Christmas
WARRINGTON'S Christmas crackdown on drink drivers is under way and police are urging the public to play their part. Operation Wild Liquor will run until January 2 and will continue the work of the Warrington Road Safety Partnership - specifically targeting
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Plan deadline
THE last chance to support a document that could safeguard green fields like that of Longbutt Lane in Lymm is almost upon us. The deadline for support and objections to the borough council's unitary development plan is 5pm on Monday, December 16 and support
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Carol service at Bewsey Barns
THERE will be a carol service at Bewsey Barns Community Centre in Old Hall this weekend and everyone is welcome to attend. Sankey Valley St James' Primary School choir will be singing carols, and the event starts at 4pm on Sunday.
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Taxes could still be increased, despite £10m funding boost for Town Hall
WARRINGTON Borough Council will receive a Government cash boost next year - but a council tax increase and spending reduction could still be on the cards. Warrington remains one of the poorest-funded authorities in the country, despite the latest Government
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A49 lane closures
WORKERS at Transco are on a mission to keep traffic flowing in Winwick when work gets under way on mains replacement. The maintenance work has been scheduled to coincide with the opening of junction eight of the M62 and minimise disruption to motorists
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Party time
CHILDREN belonging to Warrington's Butterfly Project celebrated the festive season last week with a grand party at Thomas Risley Church in Locking Stumps. The project, based on Wilson Patten Street, looks after children with life-limiting illnesses, and
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Landlords sign up for pub watch
TROUBLEMAKERS who target the town's bars and clubs will be firmly in the sights of a relaunched pub watch project. Almost 30 landlords have signed up to the initiative, which has not been active in the town since the mid-1990s. Like before, the aim of
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Elton John: Greatest Hits 1970-2000 (Mercury) ALBUM
BIZARRE is a word I would have used to describe Elton John before I heard this two CD compilation, now I would use the term to describe my reaction to it. I knew I liked a couple of his early '70s songs but I used to think his style had slowly decayed
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Holly Valance - Naughty Girl (London Records 90 Ltd) single
DOWN boy! You might want to give this young lady a Kiss Kiss but I'm sorry to say she's been a Naughty Girl! Miss Valance is in a contrite mood in her latest release from her debut album 'Footprints', crooning a grovelling apology for her misbehaviour
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George Harrison - Brainwashed (EMI) album
Brainwashed is a bittersweet collection of tracks lost deep in the theme of spiritualism and woven through gentle Rock & Roll, Blues, and slide guitar. George died in November before the album could be finished, but it rarely sounds incomplete. There
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David Grey: The Other Side (IHT) single
DAVID Grey's music is nice in the same way that kittens and cups of tea are nice. His music is homely but entirely uninspired. The Other Side is taken from David Grey's new album A New Day at Midnight , the follow up to the seven times platinum White
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Carol concert
THIS year's Carols at The Cross will bring a seasonal flavour to Lymm on Christmas Eve. The village will be closed to traffic for the event, so be sure to be in your place by 7pm. Padgate Brass Band will provide the music.
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Garage approved
PLANS to build a detached garage with playroom in Grappenhall have been given approval. Members of the borough council's development control committee voted in favour of the scheme, which is for the Willows, on Knutsford Road.
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Tasty treats
A LYMM church holds a special Taste of Christmas event on Monday, with mulled wine, mince pies and a raffle. The event is being held at St Mary's Church hall on Crouchley Lane from 7pm. There is no admission charge, but a collection will be held for the
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Bridleway work due
WORK is set to be done on a number of bridleways in Grappenhall and Thelwall over the next 18 months. Work on the permissive bridleway from Ferry Lane to Statham will take place early in the new year, with the creation of Laskey Lane bridleway set to
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Take a 'wok 'n' roll stroll to the Everyman to see Aladdin
The Everyman Theatre takes an enchanting journey to old Peking this Christmas in Aladdin - The Wok 'n' Roll Panto, until January 25, promising fun, frolics, music and mayhem for the whole family. The cheeky but loveable hero Aladdin unwittingly sets eyes
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Band stage a real champion performance
Williams Fairey Band, the recently crowned 2002 National Champion Brass Band of Great Britain, are to perform a concert of Christmas music at the Gracie Fields Theatre Rochdale this Sunday at 7.30pm. The concert entitled The Williams Fairey Band say a
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Community band hits the high notes to grab national top spot
WARRINGTON'S own community band was celebrating after claiming a top award in a national band event recently. Appleton based North Cheshire Concert Band picked up the gold award at Great Sankey High School in a competition organised by the British Association
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Arson attack appeal
WITNESSES to a suspected arson attack that destroyed a portable toilet in Stockton Heath are being urged to come forward. Police have made a fresh appeal to anyone who can help them with their investigation into the incident, which happened at the new