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Do you recognise this house?
THIS photo was sent in by Glynis McIntyre of Monmouthshire. She said: "This photo has been in my husband's family for years but nobody is quite sure either where it is or exactly who the people were." "There's just about agreement that the family group
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Dallam landscape
DR Frank O'Reilly, of London, sent this picture in. He said: "I took this photograph in 1978. "It shows a landscape, (the corner of Tavlin Avenue in Dallam), which has now almost totally vanished. "The huge engineering structure is the North Sea
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Acoustic festival star facing Death Valley riding challenge
A HEADLINE act at Nantwich's Acoustic Festival of Britain is preparing for an arduous 250-mile bike trek across the globe's most inhospitable terrain. Rocker Steve Harley, Cockney Rebel singer and songwriter, has been signed up to appear at the inaugural
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Last chance to be town's Princess
ORGANISERS of the Nantwich '06 Family Fun Day have issued a challenge to the town's youngsters, saying they should prove they are not apathetic by joining the race to be a Community Princess. The Fun Day's organisers have been disappointed with the number
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Small firms should cash in on funding
SMALL businesses in Nantwich are being urged to take advantage of Government funded rate relief. Borough council leaders are keen to ensure that all local firms are aware of any financial help available and that applications are easy to make. So far this
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It's a mini adventure
MORE than 200 primary schoolchildren took part in a Mini World Cup Competition at Moss Farm leisure centre under the watchful eye of Northwich Victoria manager Steve Burr. The Vics boss paraded the team's Conference North winners' trophy and also presented
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Bridge proving a big hit with walkers
THE Wistaston Jubilee Footbridge - built to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II to the throne - has been formally opened. Civic leaders unveiled a plaque funded by Wistaston Community Council at the Wistaston Green
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Who will be the star of this year's quest
THE cream of South Cheshire's performing talent will be competing for the annual StarQuest title next month. The talent show will take place on July 1 at Market Square in Crewe, organised by the borough council together with Wulvern Housing. The competition
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Better late than never!
IT might have been delayed by a day but there was still all the fun of the fair at Birchwood carnival. Thousands turned out to enjoy the activities at Birchwood Forest Park after the event was moved back by a day to avoid a clash with England's match
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First steps to chain of command
THE official start of the Mayoral year took place on Sunday, June 10. Dignitaries from across the north west gathered together for the annual Civic Sunday parade and service. The entourage left the Town Hall, led by Mayor Clr Linda Dirir and consort Alin
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A tale of two villages
THERE has been an influx of bikers and backpackers in Culcheth and Glazebury over recent months and now residents think they know why. For it seems that the two Warrington villages have now been included on the Land's End to John O'Groats trail. Thousands
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Break your silence: don't be a victim of domestic violence
LIVING in fear of her life was nothing new for Amy*. For five years she endured violence and threats at the hands of her partner. But it was when she woke up in hospital next to a woman who had been so viciously beaten around the head that her face was
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You know when you've met the one
"SHE was the best one for me, and I was the best one for her." Norman Wilford knew he had met the woman he was going to spend the rest of his life with when he met Edith. He saw her at a New Year's party then took her on a date to a vaudeville show at
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Tutors' pay row resolved before graduation
STUDENTS at the Warrington campus of the University of Chester will graduate as planned next month after a national pay dispute was resolved. There had been concerns that students would not be able to graduate from their course after lecturers refused
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Beyond reasonable doubt - a job well done
WITH 350 years' service between them, a little celebration seemed in order. And so 13 magistrates from Warrington gathered together after being awarded certificates to mark their achievement. They each received framed mementos, produced by former chairman
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Could this little lady be your cat?
THIS little lady was found on Orford Park on Friday, June 9. The old ginger short haired cat was found in a disoriented state and taken to the Rees Veterinary Centre on Orford Avenue. For more information call Caroline on 232221.
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Former mayor dies
FORMER mayor and stalwart of the town Albert Clemow died suddenly yesterday, Sunday. Mr Clemlow was mayor from 1998 to 1999 and was still Poulton North councillor up until his death. For the full story see Thursday's Warrington Guardian.
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I want to see my girl grow up and to turn old with my husband
FACED with the agonising decision of having a full hysterectomy or gambling against the 60 per cent chance of contracting ovarian cancer, Lisa Eden's mind was made up. The 36-year-old was told she ran a high risk of getting ovarian and bowel cancer after
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Help at hand to set up a new business
IF you are interested in starting your own business or are looking for a new job help and advice is available at Newton Community Centre. Anyone who has ever thought about setting up their own business, regardless of their skills, experience or qualifications
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Saints take the health message on the road
SAINTS community sports coach Ray Burrows lent a helping hand at a successful holiday activity session at Mesnes Park in Newton during the school holidays. The activity sessions for five-to-nine-year-olds saw a high turnout, with parents and grandparents
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The buzz about bees
THERE will be a meeting of the Newton-le-Willows Gardeners Association at the Kirkfield Hotel on High Street in Newton on Thursday, June 29, at 7.30pm. The speaker will be Alan Kelly, who will give a talk on bee keeping. There will be a raffle, and all
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Barbershop four to sing
HAYDOCK Barbershop Quartet will be stretching their vocal chords at the fourth St Helens Arts Festival on July 8. The free event, organised by St Helens Council, is suitable for people of all ages and aims to provide arts-based activities that are interesting
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Soap star helps salon make waves on anniversary
HOLLYOAKS' hottest new star helped hairdresser Christopher Rafferty celebrate 20 years on Newton's High Street. A party to mark the milestone began with Emma Rigby - who plays Hannah Ashworth in the popular Channel 4 soap - releasing 20 helium-filled
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When a hero comes along
Do you know about any real life heroes who have helped to save someone's life? If so then there's still time to nominate them for a National Life Savers Award. But hurry because the deadline for applications is this Friday, June 16. The awards are organised
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Support for diabetes
PRACTICAL tips on how to cope with diabetes were given to shoppers this week, thanks to a team of enthusiastic volunteers. Halton Diabetes Support Group chatted to people in Halton Lea on Monday and will be in Asda, Widnes on Thursday, June 15, from 9am
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Tots work is up at the Tate
A NURSERY in Halton Lodge was one of a select few that got the chance to make its mark alongside some of the world's best artists. Children from Ladybirds Neighbourhood Nursery took part in the project celebrating National Sure Start Month. Using their
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Pupils asked to sing for peace
SCHOOLS are urged to get involved in a historic project that will get children singing for peace. The project, Song For Peace, has been created in partnership with teachers' union NASUWT, charity Youth Music and the Peace One Day organisation. It aims
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Germ-bashing
HEALTH chiefs involved in National Food Safety Week have put handwashing at the top of their germ-bashing list. Infectious diseases cost the NHS £6 billion a year with many of the viruses treated by GPs preventable by better hygiene.
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Lasting tribute to a family man
THE GRIEVING family and friends of a much-loved community figure are raising money for vital research into the disease that claimed his life. John Dalton died last month from Motor Neurone Disease aged just 53. Already his tribute fund has raised £2,234
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Baking hot!
CROWDS descended on a Nantwich village last weekend for the traditional Wybunbury Fig Pie Wakes. As the rest of the country was brought to a halt to watch England's unimpressive opening match in the World Cup, villagers had their own competition to think
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Neighbours plot their way to victory with wall chart
A CRATE of beer is winging its way to some of England's staunchest supporters in Middlewich this week thanks to the Guardian and Tesco. Residents in Livingstone Way held a World Cup street party to celebrate England's first match on Saturday and made
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Warrington Wolves 16 Wakefield Trinity Wildcats 17
WARRINGTON Wolves suffered their third straight defeat as a late drop goal gave Wakefield victory at The Halliwell Jones Stadium on Sunday. Wolves had been beaten by Hull Kingston Rovers and Harlequins in their last two games and Wildcats completed a
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Race ended in a head-on smash
TWO Crewe motorists involved in a road race, which ended in a horrific head-on smash, have both been sent to prison. Paul Douglas, aged 23, of Holland Street and Christopher Hulme, 20, of Sandon Park Gardens, were both jailed for 12 months for dangerous
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Tug-of-war over memorial continues
THE long-running war memorial saga took a further twist this week as a Labour watchdog chief 'called in' a decision to halt the monument's relocation. The memorial has already been removed from its historical home in the town centre amid plans to install
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A super day for our SUPANAN
SUPANAN Vera Newton received some right royal treatment at the weekend, courtesy of the borough council and the Guardian. Vera, aged 80, of Walthall Street won the competition to find South Cheshire's top gran after being nominated by her granddaughter
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Store given a makeover
BRIGHTLY coloured balloons will herald the opening of a new look Woolworths at Halton Lea on Thursday Exciting designer looks are promised as this High Street giant store has been given a makeover. "The team is very excited and can't wait to open the
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'It will be the best show yet'
CREAMFIELDS boss James Barton believes the dance music festival's new location could help make this summer's event the best yet. The Cream chief executive says that if the 15-hour outdoor party is as successful in Daresbury as it has been in Speke, the
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TESTING TIME
Pupils at St Chad's Primary School in Winsford were given an expert lesson in science on Friday as part of a day packed full of interesting experiments. Scientist Lorelly Wilson visited the school to work with children in a challenge to learn more about
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Highways chief looks at crossing bid
AN inspection of Thelwall New Road has been delayed. The road has seen several accidents and Grappenhall and Thelwall Parish Council has been campaigning for years for a crossing on the road. They claim cars regularly speed on the road. John Drake, capital
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Pair snatch cash and cigarettes
TWO armed men stole cash and cigarettes during a robbery at Fearnhead Spar on Sunday. The pair, one armed with a six-inch screwdriver, stormed the shop on Cinammon Lane North at 9pm. They threatened the two members of staff as they were closing up for
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Dog fed through letterbox was half normal weight
AN RSPCA inspector had to feed and water a ravenous German shepherd through a cat flap at an address in Lymm. When access was gained to Grove Avenue the following day, the dog was found to be only half its normal body weight. Owner David Chesterson, 27
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'Don't destroy this front line service'
A RALLYING call to save the park rangers has been made by a former colleague who now lives in the United States. John Cunliffe said the service is at the front line of combating anti-social behaviour and he wants people to fight Warrington Borough Council's
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New degree course in slimming
UNIVERSITY students will soon be able to sign up to a unique degree course aiming to help people lose weight. The University of Chester, which has a campus in Warrington, is to launch an MSc in weight management, the first course of its kind in the country
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Firefighters are facing rent rises
RENT rises are being suggested for dozens of firefighters across Cheshire as part of an overhaul of five Cheshire fire stations, including Stockton Heath. Fire brigade chiefs want staff from day stations - also including Knutsford, Northwich, Congleton
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Healthy menu is a turn-off at schools
MOST people would jump at the chance to eat a meal prepared by one of the country's top chefs. But Jamie Oliver-inspired menus don't seem to be the dish of the day for Warrington children. Council bosses say they are trailblazing to encourage healthier
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Six degrees of education
AT school Mervyn Ward was told he could do better, but more than three decades later he still cannot put his study books down. The 51-year-old qualified accountant and audit manager has just picked up his sixth degree and says he has no plans to stop
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Keep the royal flag flying
IT may have coincided with England's World Cup debut but that didn't stop the hundreds of people who flocked to Lymm village centre for the annual May Queen event. With a slight change of route due to road works on Eagle Brow, the usual floats gathered
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We're more in love now than ever before
SMITTEN from the moment their eyes first met, Elsie and Harry Finch's romance was truly a match made in heaven. The couple, of Fitzwalter Road, Woolston, met when Mr Finch's friend asked if he could bring along his girlfriend and her friend, Elsie, to
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Rough ride for park
OBJECTORS hope a footpath can put a spanner in the works for Gulliver's. The theme park bosses want to build a new site and a hotel - but residents are trying to get a path adopted as a public highway, which could stop or impinge on building work. The
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JUMP for joy
STAFF at The Royal Bank of Scotland gave a massive boost to the funds of a Warrington children's charity. Warrington and Northwich staff held a casino night at Warrington Golf Club and raised £1,342 for JUMP, Jacob's Unique Memory Pot. An extra £1,000
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Former mayor dies
FORMER mayor and stalwart of the town Albert Clemow died suddenly yesterday, Sunday. Mr Clemow, 67, was mayor from 1998 to 1999 and was still Poulton North councillor up until his death. For the full story see Thursday's Warrington Guardian.
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Hospitals bid for foundation status
HEALTH Secretary Patricia Hewitt has welcomed a further wave of 16 trusts applying for foundation trust status, including St Helens and Knowsley Hospitals. Foundation trusts enjoy greater freedom from the Government's control on funding. Patricia Hewitt
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Young support for our lads
FOOTBALL fans at Lowton Junior and Infants School believe England have got what it takes to go all the way in the World Cup. The Newton and Golborne Guardian spoke to a group of year three and four pupils to see what they thought of the tournament in
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Tim lands a place in the 'Bud' World Cup
MIXING with the world's finest football stars sounds like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. But fresh from competing in Channel 4's Pepsi Max World Challenge and playing with the likes of Ronaldinho and David Beckham, Tim Lees is off on another unbelievable
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Motorway congestion-busting scheme to be launched
AN INNOVATIVE new scheme to reduce congestion and improve traffic flows at some of the busiest junctions on the motorway network in the north west is being launched in Newton. Motorway access management, or traffic signals on motorway entry slip roads
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Meet the winner
TREBARON Garden Centre presented a complete garden furniture set worth more than £500 to a St Helens woman after she won its grand-reopening competition. Coronation Street's Charlie Stubbs marked the re-opening of the garden centre on Southworth Road
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Hand over your lethal weapons
THIS is the haul of knives handed in to police during an amnesty in Newton and Earlestown. Almost 400 knives were handed in to police stations on Merseyside during the first week of the National Knife Amnesty. In St Helens alone, 45 knives and blades
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Hospital visiting times change
VISITING times at Halton and Warrington hospitals have been changed to protect patients' mealtimes, say health chiefs. Relatives and friends are now asked to call in between 3pm and 4.30pm and 6.30pm and 8pm. "Visitors are a hugely valuable aid to the
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London trip
A GROUP of students got the chance to walk the corridors of power in Westminster as part of their studies. Widnes and Runcorn Sixth Form College A level Law and BTEC youngsters who are studying forensic science spent two days in London learning all about
