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Dabbers aim for an upset
NANTWICH Town will be targeting a trademark FA Cup upset after drawing Conference North side Hucknall Town. Extending that lucrative FA Cup run looks tough for the Dabbers with their second qualifying round opponents flying high in third spot, just behind
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Storm all set to go
NEWTON Storm under eights rugby league team are raring to go for the new season based at Mesnes Park. They have had a good off-season and have prepared really well, looking faster, stronger and more skilful than previously. A couple of new players have
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Rylands triumph in last home game
RYLANDS rounded off their Manchester and District Cricket League home campaign with a fine six-wicket win against Newton Heath. Ade Timson took three early wickets but Newton Heath recovered and two substantial partnerships steered them to 191 for 9.
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Grappenhall juniors receive praise
TRIBUTES have been paid to a junior Grappenhall cricket team after a successful tour of Holland. Grappenhall under 14s, the current Warrington Sports Personality Under 16s Team of the Year, impressed their coach and Dutch officials during a six-day tour
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Round-up of all the week's junior rugby league matches
Pilkingtons u16 B 10 Rylands u16 18 PLAYER-of-the-match Eddie Vaughan crossed for two tries as an excellent team performance helped Rylands win at Pilkingtons. Chris Lee scored the try of the game after good work from Vaughan, Liam Bate and Aidan Johnson
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Stevens treble
Shevington Sharks A 14 Westbrook Tigers 44 WESTBROOK captain Phil Stevens took the man of the man award after scoring a hat-trick in his side's comfortable victory at Shevington on Saturday. Full back Gareth Price scored 20 points - including two tries
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Lewis is set to take on the world - aged eight!
WISTASTON'S young golfing sensation is set to take on the rest of the world. Eight-year-old Lewis George is on a roll after booking his tee at next year's US Kids World Golf Championship in Williamsburg, Virginia. A budding Tigger, Monty and Faldo without
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Premier days ended
ELWORTH CC's short stay in NSSC Premier Division ended in a rain-hit encounter with Burslem. Dave Palin weighed in with a captain's innings of 71 to set up a respectable two ton total but heavy downpours ensured no play after tea. Relegation after just
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Rain prevents a derby triumph
RAIN ruined Crewe CC's hopes of derby success over neighbours Haslington. Persistent downpours destroyed any hopes of the hosts signing off a successful season at the Vagrants in style, last Saturday. Even at the halfway stage of this campaign, both sides
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Rollings is the saviour
ANDY Rollings saved Sandbach RUFC from defeat with a last-gasp try. Despite being the better side, the Bradwall Road boys were staring down a barrel, trailing 17-12 at home to Vagabonds, last Saturday. But Rollings made sure their efforts paid off as
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First points are won
CREWE and Nantwich RUFC got their season up and running with success at Ashton on Mersey. Matt Farr's side bounced back from opening day disappointment against Dukinfield thanks to a 20-15 victory, last Saturday. It wasn't plain sailing having spent the
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Finishing wayward as Crewe FC lose clash of two two
CREWE FC boss Ian O'Reilly says his side need to raise their game to figure in the Mid Cheshire Division Two promotion race. Last Saturday's defeat in a top-of-the-table clash at Gamesley sees the league leaders open up a four point gap with little between
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Aiming to do better
Oldershaw 37 Warrington 13 WARRINGTON aim to put successive league defeats behind them when they entertain Winnington Park in the first round of rugby union's Intermediate Cup on Saturday. After an opening day 62-3 loss at Leigh, for the first 10 minutes
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Open door at Christmas
Started in 1991, WODAC is now established as one of the few facilities for homeless and isolated people during the annual shutdown of other resources. Knowing that someone sleeping rough has had a decent meal and some company in a warm building, instead
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The late show
Moore 3 Parkonians 3 MOORE almost snatched victory as a tight game between two unbeaten sides finished all square. Moore took the lead in injury time with a Lester penalty and, although Parkonians equalised with one of their own, Lester had a chance to
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Eagle's under 19s dazzle
EAGLE followed up last's week win at Fleetwood with a hard-fought victory against Eccles. Man of the match Nick Walsh crossed for a try, as did Friary, Shaw and Matt Wilson, who also kicked four conversions and one penalty. Sandbach u19 0 Eagle u19 45
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Ryan grabs best barbel
MEMBERS are still catching well at Balderstone and junior angler Ryan Kay christened his new Warrington Anglers' Association licence with a personal best barbel of a little more than 11lbs. His stepdad also caught a couple to 4lbs, while Andy Singleton
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Barbecue fundraiser
FUNDS for Winwick Primary School will be raised at a barbecue on Saturday, September 17. It is being organised by the PTFA and will start at 4pm.
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Afternoon stroll
AN afternoon stroll is the perfect way to walk off lunch. And Sankey Valley Park rangers are organising one on Saturday, September 24 from 1.30pm to 3pm. Meet at Bewsey Bridge, near to Lodge Lane car park.
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Class of 65 reunion
A SCHOOL reunion for pupils who left Burtonwood Council School in 1965 will happen on October 15. The class of 1964/65 were the last pupils to finish their secondary education in the building before it became Burtonwood Primary School. It is being organised
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Singing for your supper
HAYDOCK Ladies Choir will be singing for their hot pot supper in Burtonwood on October 1. The evening, which begins at 7pm, costs £5 and will be at the Methodist Church on Phipps Lane.
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Parish meeting
THE parish committee of St Michael's Church, Burtonwood, is to meet with Bishop David to discuss the interregnum, now thatthe Reverend Russ Naylor has retired. It will meet in the parish hall on Wednesday, August 31.
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Jumble sale boosts funds
A BUMPER jumble sale has boosted funds for a Christmas party in Winwick. More than £300 was raised by the Older People's Friendship Group for the party by a jumble sale on Sunday, August 20. Ernie Rudd, committee member, said: "It's a great boost to our
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Beach fun for children
A NEW programme of activities for parents and pre school children is being launched at The Beaches, part of Sandy Lane Sure Start's Children's Centre in Orford. Many of the courses come with free childcare. For more details, call 425580.
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Painting classes
ARTIST Chris Beesley is holding watercolour and oil painting classes in the Padgate area. Places are available for mornings, afternoons and evenings. All levels of painter welcome. For more details, call Chris on 490109 or 07773 982996.
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Top honour for Wesley
CONGRATULATIONS are in order for former William Beamont High School pupil, Wesley Heaton who has gained a PhD in pure and applied chemistry from Strathclyde University. He had previously graduated from Salford University with a first class MA with honours
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Church hall opened
THERE were two very special guests on hand to open new disabled facilities at a popular church hall last week. Rose Walworth, who is partially sighted and a regular user of Orford Church Hall on School Road, was accompanied by her guide dog Angie at the
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The night Warrington Wolves beat the world club champions
Warrington Wolves 33 Leeds Rhinos 16 STRUCTURAL engineers had better check The Halliwell Jones Stadium is fit for use in readiness for a potential play-off tie there next weekend. The 19-month-old ground was shaking at its core as a passion-fuelled capacity
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Pleasure to play for fans
ANDREW Johns has found another reason to make sure Wolves finish the regular season in the top four - he wants to play at The Halliwell Jones Stadium again. Johns is hoping to put in another influential display as Wolves go to Hull's KC Stadium tomorrow
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Bracek is hungry for more of the same
ROOKIE forward Andy Bracek is hoping to play a part in a victory at Hull that would guarantee Wolves a third or fourth-place finish and another home fixture next weekend. The 18-year-old, who received a late call into the team against Leeds following
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Time to stay cool
TRY machine Henry Fa'afili is not getting carried away with his feelings after one win against world club champions Leeds Rhinos. After all of the emotions tied in with what was a glorious Saturday night at The Halliwell Jones Stadium, the New Zealand
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Play-off ticket information
SHOULD Wolves avoid defeat at Hull and therefore gain a home tie in the play-offs next weekend tickets would go on sale at usual turnstile prices from Saturday. Season ticket holders would be able to make purchases from Wolves' stadium between 11am and
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Flats stopped
RESIDENTS in Howley are celebrating after developers pulled plans for 111 apartments in the area. Clr Yvonne Fovargue, member for the area, said the announcement was good news for the residents. She added: "I am pleased that they are listening to the
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Phil in triathlon for diabetes charity
A LATCHFORD man is doing his bit for the charity Diabetes UK when he takes part in a classic relay triathlon with two friends this Sunday. Phil Lunn, of Grange Avenue, will be swimming 20km in his leg of the three-part Nantwich north west contest, aided
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'Vital' club is saved thanks to council
A VITAL club used by charities and community groups has been saved after the borough council granted exceptional planning permission. Alford Sports and Social Club, in Howley, needed to sell off land after its accounts stopped breaking even. The money
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Town's cup nightmares
WARRINGTON Town will aim to put a nightmare week behind them when they return to UniBond First Division action on Saturday. Town travel to Goole for a 3pm kick-off before hosting Woodley Sports at Cantilever Park on Tuesday, kick-off 7.45pm, and they
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Music director takes top prize at ceremony
A WARRINGTON company director hit all the right notes as he took home top honours at a major regional awards. David Briggs, of Dawsons Music, was crowned Cheshire Director of the Year at last Thursday's Institute of Directors Director of the Year Awards
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Start up firm keeps on getting bigger
A FAST growing Warrington business has recruited two new managers to assist with the company's dynamic expansion. Premium Appliance Brands Ltd, Centre Park, which was only established in Warrington in 2003, and won start-up business of the year at Warrington
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Can you dig it?
AN eco-friendly school is hoping an ultra green garden will enhance the pupils' lessons and playtime. Two tonnes of recycled scrap tyres will be heading to Kingsmead Primary School in October to create landscaping and play areas for the children. The
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W'gtn Photographic
Society by John J Rutter WARRINGTON Photographic Society started its new season on September 13 with a presentation by new president Martin Berry. This year the society is hosting the prestigious St Helens Interclub competition on November 19. Before
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St Rocco's Lottery
Winners for draw held September 9 (major prizes first): 01468, 25314, 51455, 71433, 36280. £5 winners: 10113, 04031, 40418, 34620, 25231, 49908, 62196, 56511, 03077, 77131, 66114, 45959, 78359, 16319, 13274, 10400, 10779, 41871, 56975, 23331, 51131, 40580
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League of Friends
LOTTERY draw for week number four: 3, 10, 11, 15. Jackpot £99, no winner. Consolation prize £25, C Bolton.
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Fearnhead WI by Kath Tobiasen
OUR president, Judie Leah, welcomed everyone to our September meeting with a special hello to a new memner who has decided to join us and we are delighted to welcome her into our midst. Thanks to Anne Podmore for the lovely table flowers later won by
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Walton WI
by Gwen Ashley Our president, Mrs Jackson, opened the meeting by welcoming three visitors from Grappenhall WI. The Cheshire News announced several events coming up, including belly dancing at Comberbach on October 5, a craft day at Woodford on October
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Warrington HF
Rambling Club by Tom Leonard On Saturday, September 10, club members visited the south lakes area of Cumbria. After leaving the rain behind on the journey from Warrington, the walkers started from the village of Staveley in clear, sunny weather which
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Withdrawn
A SCHEME to build homes in Rixton has been withdrawn. Persimmon Homes had applied to Warrington Borough Council for outline planning permission for a developement in Claydon Gardens.
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Give blood
ANYONE wanting to give blood can go along to Birchwood High School next week. The school will be open for donations on Tuesday, September 20, between 2pm and 4pm and 5.30pm and 7.30pm.
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Gardening project takes top award
A BIRCHWOOD based company is celebrating following its sponsorship of an award-winning garden project that has helped drug users on the path to rehabilitation. Health care company Altrix, based on Garrett Field, sponsored the 'Choose Life' garden, which
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Becoming a cadet can fan the flames of young ambition
YOUNGSTERS with a burning ambition for a career in the fire service can learn what it takes to become a firefighter at Birchwood Fire Station. The crew's cadet force is on the lookout for new members between the ages of 13 and 18 to receive training in
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Plans are afoot to get a Home Watch scheme up and running in Culcheth
POLICE are urging residents in Culcheth to sign up for a new and improved Home Watch scheme. Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Steve Dodd, who has been working in the village for a number of months, is hoping to revamp the Home Watch scheme to make
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Lift rescue
FIREFIGHTERS were called to rescue a man trapped in a lift on Saturday. The incident happened at Peninsular House on O'Leary Street at 6.40am. A crew took just over 30 minutes to free the man.
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Symbol gift
A SYMBOL of the Northwest Development Agency's commitment to the railways has been handed over to the North West Rail Campaign. NWDA chief executive, Steven Broomhead, gave a totemic railway sign to the director of the North West Rail Campaign, Brian
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A SECURITY guard accused of stealing charity cash from the supermarket where he worked has been clea
Warrington man Barry Johnson was found not guilty in unanimous verdicts at Liverpool Crown Court last Thursday and discharged from the dock. Mr Johnson, aged 58, of Mill Farm Close, Warrington, had pleaded not guilty to five charges of theft. Mr Johnson
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Ashes clashes for 60th couple
A WARTIME couple who did not let thousands of miles get in the way of their romance have returned to Warrington to mark their 60th wedding anniversary. Former Australian air force pilot Ron Buchan, met his wife Marian, while he was stationed in Padgate
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Durkin-Brown triggers a Garswood goal-fest
SPECTATORS were treated to a goal-fest at Penketh High School on Saturday as Garswood came back from an early deficit to beat Eagle 7-3 in Warrington Junior Soccer League Under 11s Division Three. Kofe Durkin-Brown put Eagle ahead from the penalty spot
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'Heartbroken' by death of family man Len
A SENSITIVE, fun-loving man who doted on his family. That's how a heartbroken family described their brother, Leonard Dwyer, aged 24, killed last week, in a motorway crash. "He doted on all his nieces and nephews," said his brother, Andrew, aged 31, of
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SOLD OUT
HYSTERIA hit Warrington as panic buying left the petrol pumps 'bone-dry'. Queues stretched for up to a quarter-of-a-mile and tempers were frayed ahead of a supposed fuel blockade. Major suppliers like Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury's all ran out. But
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Parish meeting
PENKETH Parish Council will be holding its next meeting on Monday, October 10, at 7.30pm in Penketh Community Centre, Honiton Way.
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Monitoring youths
POLICE will be monitoring the play area in Kingsdale Road, Penketh, because congregating youths have been dropping litter and causing concern among residents.
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Councillors' surgery
GREAT Sankey South borough councillors Liz Smith and Alan Litton are holding their next surgery on Saturday, September 17, at Sankey Library, Marina Avenue, from 10.30am to 11.30am.
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Derelict houses 'to be demolished'
PLANS are understood to have been submitted to demolish a pair of derelict detached houses in Liverpool Road, Penketh. The homes, situated by Sankey Police Station, are currently boarded up and in a state of disrepair. One resident said: "It's a bit of
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Kerb plan blocked
PLANS for a dropped kerb to be introduced in Lymm have been shelved. Council planners turned down the scheme which was scheduled for Booth's Hill Road in the village.
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Staff raise £23,000
STAFF and customers at the Moto Lymm services have helped raise £23,000 for the Woodland Trust. The Lymm station helped a national five-day fundraising drive during the August bank holiday through a combination of fun and games. The money will pay for
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Neighbour wins planning battle against 'overbearing' extension
THE spectre of an ombudsman was brought into play as a Grappenhall man successfully argued against an extension next to his home. John Roberts, from Cawthorne Avenue, told the borough council's development control committee that the two-storey extension
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Cleaning up the village with pride
MEMBERS of Grappenhall and Thelwall Community Pride Group have been cleaning the village. The group, which consists of parish councillors and representatives from other organisations, was out picking up litter from the Bridgewater Canal towpath. Led by
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Student nurse Aisla opens new chapter
A NURSE from Lymm is both serving the country and illustrating children's books. Aisla Birchenough is currently finishing her final year studying mental health at Salford University, had the opportunity to illustrate a children's book arose while working
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New pitches
PLANS to build all weather sports pitches at Haydock High School have been submitted to St Helens Borough Council. The scheme includes eight pitches and the erection of floodlights.
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Ramble in the park
ST HELEN'S ranger service is holding a ramble in Mesnes Park, Newton, on Sunday, September 18, at 10.30am. A packed lunch and suitable attire are recommended. Call 229021 for details.
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Forum meets
THE next Earlestown and Newton Community Forum will be held today, Thursday, in room 10 at St Helens Town Hall. Community forum representatives work together to discuss ways of improving the lives of people in the area. The meeting, which is open to the
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Scouts sing and dance
THE North West Association of Scouts is putting on a Scout gang performance at the Theatre Royal in St Helens. The show, on Saturday night, will involve five Scout gangs performing sketches, songs and dances. The association is hoping for a large turn
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Stars spread the sunshine
A GALA charity bash held by Newton-based Nichols Plc has raised £10,000 for a children's charity. Stars from Coronation Street, Emmerdale and Brookside were among 250 guests at the newly refurbished Palace Hotel, Manchester, who helped to raise the cash
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Make a new start in life at roadshow
VISITORS to Newton Community Centre have the chance to gain specialist employment advice at a roadshow. Next Thursday, September 21, the advice and guidance centre Starting Point will host the event between noon and 3pm - and everyone is invited to go
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School faces decision day on closure
THE future of Richard Evans Primary School in Haydock will be under discussion at a crucial meeting next week. Officers at St Helens Council have recommended that the school close from August 2006 and for the last few months have held consultations over
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175th anniversary is marked by tragedy
A CELEBRATION of one of the landmark events in the history of Newton takes place this week. Today, Thursday, is the 175th anniversary of the opening of the Manchester to Liverpool line - and also a notorious tale. The line was the first purpose-built
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Wait a minute Mr Postman, where is our new branch?
CAMPAIGNERS say it is unacceptable that residents in Lowton still have no post office - three weeks after three others closed. Three post offices in the village closed on August 23 and residents were assured that a replacement would be opened before then
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Blood donors
PEOPLE can give blood at Stockton Heath Methodist Church on September 23. Two donation sessions will be held from 2pm until 4pm and 5.30pm to 7.30pm at the Walton Road church.
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Garden party
IT was cream teas and Pimms all the way as nobility in Appleton Thorn hosted a charity garden party. Viscount and Viscountess Ashbrook held the event at Arley Hall, near Appleton Thorn, for 35 people from the Motor Neurone Disease Association, many of
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Preaching to the choir
FANCY exercising your vocal chords? All Saints Church in Daresbury is currently looking for new singers. Anyone over the age of 10 is welcome to come join the church choir. For further details, ring 266476 or speak to the director of music after morning
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Older
I am unsure why, but Help the Aged has written to Warrington Borough Council asking that the International Day of Older People be celebrated in Warrington churches on October 2. The chief executive's department has passed on to me the supplied worship
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NORTH Cheshire Hospitals NHS Trust has announced the appointment of a new acting chief executive.
Ann Marr, who is currently chief executive of the neighbouring hospitals trust at St Helens and Knowsley, will replace Ian Dalton from October 3. Mr Dalton is leaving the post to take up a similar position with the University Hospitals of North Tees and
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Vets are top of the league
Newmarket Vets 5 Bay Mare 3 NEWMARKET stormed to the top of the Bolton Vets Soccer League with a thrilling victory against a Bay Mare side that paid the penalty. Bay Mare opened the scoring with the first of four penalties to feature in the game. Alan
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Off to a flying start
GOLBORNE Parkside amateur rugby league team face the sternest of tests on Saturday after opening the season in sensational style. They travel to play title- favourites Widnes Ball after a superb opening-day defeat of Shevington Sharks in North West Counties
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Promotion hopes dashed
GRAPPENHALL'S slim chance of promotion to Cheshire County Cricket League Division One came to an abrupt halt at Burnage. After rising to third spot, Grappenhall lost by six wickets at Burnage. They mustered only 114 with Richard Green scoring highest
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Appleton go out on high
APPLETON'S women's cricket side finished their season on a high with victory in a friendly at Oxton. Two outstanding catches from Emily Williamson helped Appleton restrict the home side to 69 for 3 from 20 overs. In reply, Appleton reached the target
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Damp wicket troubles Warrington
WARRINGTON fell to a seven-wicket defeat at home to Alsager after electing to bat on a wet wicket. The home side's decision proved to be disastrous as they were bowled out for 76, with only Liam Heaphy, Ben Bray and M Agar reaching double figures, before
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Grange on form
GRANGE turned in one of their most convincing displays of the season as they defeated Cheshire Cricket Alliance Division Two leaders Hartford by eight wickets. Grange are now clear in fourth place but can still finish third if they win their final game
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Glance guide to sport
Athletics Spectrum Striders' results from the Trafford 10km road race: 16, Liam Thompson 34mins 36secs; 31, Graham Houghton 35mins 39secs; 50, Mervyn Ward 37mins 14secs; 55, Claire Davies 37mins 35secs; 67, Tony McCarthy 37mins 59secs; 58, Julian Spencer
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Wolves win
Wigan Web Warriors 6 Warrington Wolves IMBRL 20 WARRINGTON ended Wigan's domination of the Internet Message Board Rugby League competition with a convincing victory at Wigan St Judes' ground. Adam Williams, Neil Ashurst, Jon Westwood and Liam O'Brien
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Bridge on top
BURTONWOOD Bridge continued their winning start to the North West Counties Division Three season with a 16-5 triumph against Thatto Heath. The try scorers for Burtonwood, who won 40-8 at Haydock A last week, were J Fairhurst, G Maddock and R Mathias,
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Slippery Soap secure success
Crosfields 40 Waterhead 4 ROB Ditchfield scored a hat-trick as Crosfields maintained their 100 per cent record with their second win of the National Conference League Division Two season. Waterhead took a four-point lead in the opening stages of the game
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Mo upsets as form horses go through
THE first round of the Carlsberg UK Crewe Open League winter team knockout competition provided no real surprises. Holders Delamere are bidding for a hat-trick after recording an easy victory over a depleted Rockwood B team. Runners-up for the last two
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Sports digest
Mixed Pairs League dates ENTRIES are being accepted for three Warrington Sunday Night Mixed Pairs Bowls League competitions. The Eric Smith event will take place at Rylands on September 25, while the Multicolour competition will be held on October 2 at
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Bulls complete comeback
Bank Quay Bulls A 30 Golborne Parkside A 26 BANK Quay Bulls' second string gained their first win in North West Counties Division Six as they came from behind to defeat Golborne Parkside. Parkside went ahead with a converted try, but John Barry pulled
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Impressive Rylands commit Folly to defeat
Rylands 34 Folly Lane 18 RYLANDS recorded their second consecutive victory in the North West Counties Division One clash with Folly Lane. Carl Lloyd scored after the visitors had taken an early lead, and although Folly Lane then regained their advantage
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We have to perform
WARRINGTON Wizards coach Eddie Harris believes his side will need to be at their best if they are to beat Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks in the first round of the National League Three play-offs on Saturday. In-form Wizards take on Sheffield Hillsbrough
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We have to perform
WARRINGTON Wizards coach Eddie Harris believes his side will need to be at their best if they are to beat Sheffield Hillsborough Hawks in the first round of the National League Three play-offs on Saturday. In-form Wizards take on Sheffield Hillsbrough
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Lymm's comeback wakes up Winnington
Winnington Park 39 Lymm 21 LYMM made a game of it in the second half after trailing 18-0 at the interval at Winnington Park in North Two West. Mark Berry put left winger Paul Morris over for a try that Lewis Hollington converted, and a kick from Adam
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Aiming to do better
Oldershaw 37 Warrington 13 WARRINGTON aim to put successive league defeats behind them when they entertain Winnington Park in the first round of rugby union's Intermediate Cup on Saturday. After an opening day 62-3 loss at Leigh, for the first 10 minutes
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Pond's up at Atcham
WHAT a session Lymm Angling Club bailiff Jason Pond had on the River Severn at Atcham last week. Getting on to his chosen peg after work at 6pm, he quickly set up his straight leger rig on his quiver rod after first baiting his swim with halibut-flavoured
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How do you want them to spend £19m?
THE Cheshire Partnership has £19m to spend on improving residents' lives and the Guardian wants to know how you think the cash should be used. Representatives from the body, which represents around 60 public, private, voluntary and community groups, joined
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Race night for hospice funds
A RACE night in aid of Wish House, a charity that grants wishes for terminally ill children, will be held on Thursday, September 22, at Chapel House, Chapel Lane, Burtonwood.
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Mayor will cut the ribbon at St Mary's Care Centre
THE Mayor of Warrington, Clr Hans Mundry, will officially open a new care centre in Burtonwood on September 20. St Mary's Care Centre is a 63-bed purpose built centre on Penny Lane, which caters for the physical and mental health needs of the young and
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Tower College students will have to catch school bus elsewhere
Residents from Westbrook Crescent told Clr David Earl that parents were obstructing their drives, churning up grass and making it difficult for road users when they were dropping children off for the school bus. The management of nearby Seven Woods pub
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A look back at Winwick
WINWICK Parish Council has been presented with pictures of the village in the 1800s by Frank Bryce, a Winwick historian and artist. The council plans to hang the pictures in Winwick Leisure Centre.
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Painting classes
PAINTING classes are being launched in Winwick. Morning, afternoon and evening classes are available. All levels of painter welcome. Call Chris Beesley for more details on 490109 or 07773 982996.
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Working for the community
MOTIVATED pupils were one highlight of a working holiday to Kenya for an Old Hall teacher. Rachel Green and her friend Emma Mackie, of Goose Lane, Hatton, went to the African country with Lasallian Developing World Projects to help build a primary school's
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Road hump will make no difference to speeding traffic
A FORMER Burtonwood Primary School pupil fears an accident is waiting to happen on Green Lane, despite a new speed hump. Glen Beckett, aged 38, of Mercer Street, was hopeful that the hump put in place during school holidays would slow down traffic outside
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Hunt for missing student unearths few leads
THE family of Sandbach student Steve Cook, who went missing while on holiday in Crete earlier this month, said their search had so far turned up few leads. The 20-year-old Liverpool University student, of Swallow Drive, disappeared on September 1 in the
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Panic buying at petrol pumps as protest fuels fears of a shortage
PANIC buying motorists have been draining Crewe and Nantwich of its petrol supplies this week ahead of national protests. Queues have been growing at the pumps since Monday and as the Guardian went to press some filling stations had already run dry while
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Attempts to save fire victim proved futile
A MAN died and two other people required emergency treatment following separate fires in Crewe's West End at the weekend. The man, a 37-year-old known to neighbours as Mike, died in his ground floor flat in Allen Place after what is believed to be a chip
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Light Opera needs help
The society, which has been performing in Warrington for 35 years, is in rehearsal for their its next production, The Merry Widow to be staged in April 2006. The society meets every Tuesday at The Studio in Padgate. If you can help call chairman Glynis
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Disabled gardeners can use Woolston allotments
THE grass is certainly looking greener for keen gardeners in Woolston after a new community allotment was officially opened last week. Councillor Ann Brennan, chairman of Wooslton Parish Council cut the ribbon to declare the Battery Lane allotment open
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Johns is the picture of a man in his element
IT took just 80 minutes for Australian superstar Andrew Johns to stamp his own indelible mark on Super League X and earn himself hero status across the town of Warrington. Fted like a god as he took to the field for the pre-match warm-up, Johns showed
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Club chief hoping for big turnout at the KC
THE man who engineered Wolves' signing of Andrew Johns is rallying support for the team at Hull tomorrow night, Friday. Wolves' first ever win at the KC Stadium would earn Johns and his new teammates another chance to display their Grand Final potential
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Dream is on
ANDREW Johns and Paul Cullen believe Warrington Wolves can get even better as they bid to turn their Grand Final dream into reality. The legendary Johns played a starring role as fourth-placed Wolves produced one of their finest performances for many
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How do you want them to spend £19m?
THE Cheshire Partnership has £19m to spend on improving residents' lives and the Guardian wants to know how you think the cash should be used. Representatives from the body, which represents around 60 public, private, voluntary and community groups, joined
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Pedal push
A SPONSORED 'Pedal Push' for the charity ChildLine was held at Westy Sure Start's children's centre on Saturday. The charity, which gives children in distress somebody to talk to, is suffering a cash crisis, threatening its night time advice service.
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Square comes alive for day
HARRISON Square was alive with dance and music on Saturday as part of a special day. Crowds lined the Dallam square for a day which included break dancing and the opportunity to enjoy some art. The event was organised by the Dallam Community House. Pictured
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Reserves supply dramatic winner
Malpas 0 Warrington Town Reserves 1 A LATE winner from substitute Phil Latham helped Warrington Town's second string grab victory at struggling Malpas on Saturday. Town almost took the lead when Warburton's fierce drive struck the bar, while the home
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Genesis 'win an office competition' is still open
THERE is still time for businesses to get their entries in for a money-can't buy prize, but time is of the essence if you want a chance. Warrington Guardian has teamed up with the Genesis Centre in Birchwood to offer free office space for a year for a
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Staff celebrate losing hundreds of pounds of weight
WORKERS at a Warrington company have been shedding the pounds thanks to the help of their own personal trainer. IT providers Strand Technology, based at Xpdia on Cinnamon Park, hired a personal trainer to ensure its 15-strong workforce are kept at the
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Moore and Darsebury WI by Anne Gunson
September 1 was the day of Moore and Daresbury WI Show. We had sections for produce, horticulture, floral art and handicraft. The room looked wonderful and the tables groaned under the weight of scones, shortbread, jams, chutneys, tomatoes, beans and
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Stretton WI
by Joan Howell THE September meeting included an exhibition of members' handicraft skills and took place in a most attractively decorated hall, with a very impressive display of work, including painting, sculpture, needlework, knitting and embroidery,
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The art of loving nature
NATURE lovers are being urged to take part in some wildlife art this weekend. Risley Moss nature reserve is holding a crafty capers event this Sunday, September 18, between 1pm and 3pm. Those who go along will be able to create some wildlife art work.
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The Turf and Feather finds a fun way to fundraise
A FUNDRAISING event at a Locking Stumps pub raised around £2,000 in only one day. Leanne Clare and her partner Liam Williams held the fundraiser at the Turf and Feather pub last Saturday in aid of the Still Birth and Neonatal Death Society (SANDS). She
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Hunt goes on for killers
TWO years after murdered schoolgirl Shafilea Ahmed vanished, the hunt for her killers goes on. The Great Sankey teenager, of Liverpool Road, disappeared on September 11, 2003 but, since then, no one has been charged over the brutal crime. The 17-year-old's
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Hill climb too steep for disappointing Eagle
Hill Athletic 3 Eagle Sports 2 EAGLE Sports paid for a poor first-half performance as they were knocked out of the Liverpool County Challenge Cup by Zingari Alliance League outfit Hill Athletic. Eagle found themselves 3-0 down at the interval but they
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Morrisons ballot result
THE result of a ballot on whether workers at Morrisons' distribution depots will strike is due today, Thursday. Union officials called for the vote as they believe bosses at the company are set to close a number of depots across the country - including
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Pierpoints Vulcan-ised in Premier Cup clash
PIERPOINTS suffered a thumping in the first round of Warrington Sunday Soccer League's Premier Cup as they lost 11-3 at Vulcan. They had recovered from 4-0 down to make it 4-3 before succumbing to another onslaught, and they were joined on the way out
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Crash girls' lucky escape as they are thrown through air
TWO friends were thrown through the air after a car mounted the pavement and hit them. Luckily, Danielle Monaghan and Laura Wilford only suffered grazes and bruises. "I was absolutely terrified," said Danielle's mum Jacky. "Some girls knocked on the door
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Dogs dead, horses rescued as blaze rips through farm
A NUMBER of dogs were killed and tens of thousands of pounds worth of damage was caused when flames ripped through a farm in Burtonwood on Tuesday night. Fire investigators are still looking into the cause of the blaze which completely destroyed several
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Little Treasures given special guests a very warm welcome
FIREFIGHTERS paid the children of a Great Sankey nursery a special visit. They taught the tots at Little Treasures about fire safety and showed them how to use the equipment. The crew came as part of the nurseries programme to bring in people who help
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Speed limit
THE 50mph limit on Widnes Road in Cuerdley has been extended to the boundary between Halton and Warrington.
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David races to Austria
DAVID Boden from Great Sankey got to experience the high-octane world of motor sport in the UK heat of a Lucozade sponsored competition to race in the Australian Rally. He was one of 25 finalists - but he did not reach the second stage of the competition
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Arrest over vandalism
A MAN was arrested vandalising Penketh Youth Centre in Honiton Way. He was charged with criminal damage after police were called out to reports of rowdy youths on Tuesday night, September 6. Penketh police are continuing to patrol the area after complaints
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Rewards
BROOKLANDS A women's bowls team will be representing Cheshire in county competitions at the start of next season. That is the team's reward for winning Cheshire's Guardian Cup at Alexandra Park in Stockton Heath. Brooklands defeated two other Warrington
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Noel prepares to step up a gear in pursuit of success
A RALLY driver has moved a step closer to being a scholarship champion. Noel James, from Marina Avenue in Great Sankey, is just one round away from the final of the ProSpeed Motorsport's rally scholarship final. The 28-year-old technician for Cheshire
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King joy
KING and Queen A claimed top spot in Section A of the Warrington and North Cheshire Bowls Association Friday League after finishing three points clear of second-placed St Oswalds A. Grange A took third place, while Post Office took the Section B title
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Enterprising boys clean up with venture
AN enterprising trio of Penketh teenagers have started their own car wash business. The boys have given out slips with their details and are building up a base of regular customers. They charge £2 for small cars and £3 for large ones. One customer, Phil
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A day for trash and treasure
A TRASH and treasure charity day will be held in Grappenhall next Saturday, September 24. From 11.30am until 4pm, the sale, to be held in the large room in Grappenhall village, will raise funds for the St Wilfrid's Church tower appeal. Everyone is welcome
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Pushing the pram for pounds
MUMS in Lymm will be raising money for charity with a sponsored pram push on Wednesday. From 10am the group will walk from Lymm village centre to Dunham Massey and back along the Bridgewater Canal to raise money for children's cancer charity CLIC.
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Inspector says no more plans for gardens on green belt
A GOVERNMENT planning inspector has dismissed an appeal against a possible development in Thelwall's green belt. Councillors attached a condition when they gave permission for the gardens to be extended at Barondale Grange on Stockport Road to stop any
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Piano man at United Reform
A CHARITY recital takes place in Lymm on Sunday, September 25, at Lymm United Reformed Church. Murray McLachlan, the international concert pianist, performs at 2.30pm with music including the last great sonatas of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven. The concert
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Michaelmas service
JAMES Jones, the Lord Bishop of Liverpool, will be presiding and preaching in St Michael's as the parish celebrates Michaelmas, followed by a parish lunch, on September 25 at 10am.
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Coffee event
STAFF at Newton Library will join in with this year's World's Biggest Coffee Morning on September 30.
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Wise up to healthier travelling
BUS travellers in Newton will be able to get fit thanks to a new travel initiative. Residents who produce a bus ticket issued for travel on September 24 will be able to get a free swim at the Selwyn Jones sports centre courtesy of St Helens Borough Council
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Panic on the streets of Newton over petrol 'crisis'
THE petrol panic that grabbed the country spread to Newton and Golborne. Pumps ran dry and tempers frayed on forecourts as the prospect of another fuel blockade loomed. "It's been mad busy!" said manager Siva Prem, of the Murco station in Market Street
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GUILTY
A SCHOOLBOY who raped a woman at knifepoint has been found guilty. A judge described the actions of the Lowton 15-year-old, who collects knives, as "cool, calculated and almost chilling" and adjourned sentence so a full psychiatric report can be prepared
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Natural health
STRETTON is opting for the healing touch in aid of National Eczema Week. Cheshire Natural Health will be offering free advice on natural ways to help this problem during next week's event. A number of treatments will be available, which include medical
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New closing times at park
ATTENTION park-lovers, Walton Hall Gardens has new winter closing times as the darker nights draw in. Walton's premier attraction will open at 8am to dusk while individual attractions will open at 10.30am in the colder months with the following closing
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Charlotte cruises to great exam results
A TEENAGER has been sailing on the wave of exam success, with special commendations from a ship's captain. Charlotte Williams, of Lyons Lane, was on a cruise around Portugal with her parents when she received her top GCSE results: eight A*s and two As
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Changes at the top as schools return
AS PUPILS get back to the classroom there are changes at the top for schools in Appleton, Stretton and Higher Whitley. With the start of the autumn term, children and staff at Cobbs Infants School, Stretton St Matthew's Primary School and Whitley Village
