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Training starts
WARRINGTON IMBRL have resumed pre-season training ahead of the new North West Counties Amateur Rugby League season. The team, which is made up of supporters of Warrington Wolves, train at Crosfields' Hood Lane ground on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6.45pm
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Please sir ... can we have some more
THE audience were left wanting more after a performance of Oliver in Lymm. The youngsters at Ravenbank Primary School in the village put on the show for their end of year performance.
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Policians seem to occupy the safe centre ground these days: can each politician tell me how their party's policies differs to the other? Gary, Appleton
David: This is a wide question. But I'll be specific. In 1978 when Thatcher won a big election, it was around fixing a broken economy. We will win the next election around fixing a broken society. At the end of the Blair/ Brown legacy which we are currentlyu
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Is it encumbant on prospective candidates to tell voters that they are there voice in Westminster, and then when elected do exactly the opposite; ie ask no questions in The House; Toe the party line on all matters irrespective; ensure salary increases, ex
David: What a great question! A constiuency MP should spend the majority of his or her time focussed on the constiuency, not on trying to get promoted in parliament. I believe that miss Southworth has one of the most positive Blair voting records of any
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Adam’s design is playtime dream
THIS year's Royal Horticultural Society flower show at Tatton Park housed some home-grown talent when Appleton Thorn's Adam White displayed his award-winning designs. His natural play design captured the imaginations of children and adults alike, especially
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How can you know what affects us when you don't even live in the town!!!!???
Jo:I do live in the town, I live in Bewsey! I have a flat there. I think it's imperative. How can you know how services impact if you don't use them. Also, it's a good way to stay in contact with what issues are important, what people are thinking - and
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Emma is a chip off the old block
CAMPAIGNING for their peers must run in the Ratcliffe family. Emma Ratcliffe hopes to emulate her grandmother Mildred by speaking up for her generation as the youngest member of the National Children's Bureau (NCB). The 11-year-old, originally from
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What do the Candidates think the energy mix will be in the UK in 2020?,Paul Campbell, Culcheth
David: The government target for the percentage of renewables by then is over 20%. At current rate of progress we are going to get nowhere close to that. I think by 2003 we should have had 10% and it was nearer 4. In parallel with this failure, we are
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What are the major issues affecting Warrington at the moment? David, Lymm
David: Before I answer this I want to say that I very much regret that Helen Southworth has chosen not to turn up at this discussion. We may get on later to talk about the role of the MP and I hope we do - it's very clear to me that part of her role is
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He’s the head of Nickelodeon and from Great Sankey
FROM Wacky Races to Spongebob Squarepants, cartoons have played an important part in Howard Litton's life. The former Penketh High School pupil is now one of the most powerful men in the world of children's television as the head of Nickelodeon in the
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Brady’s 99 aids Grappenhall
ALAN Brady hit 99 not out as Grappenhall's second team moved into the semi finals of the Cheshire County Cricket League Second XI Cup on Sunday. Grappenhall travelled to Sale in the quarter finals and the hosts were reduced to 13 for 3 thanks to good
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Why are there so few cycle paths in Warrington? If we're being encouraged not to use our cars, shouldn't everything be done to make it easier to be green? Hazel, Padgate
Jo:Number 1, Warrington was run by the Labour party for 23 years and they seem to have no interest in promoting the environment in the town. Since the Lib Dem / Tory coalition took over last year we have taken steps on all aspects of improving Warrington's
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What are your impressions of David Cameron? Is it time for a change for the Conservatives?
Jo: My impression of David Cameron is that he is all spin and no substance. He is Blair clone - almost Blair's inheritance in that he's this public school fresh faced guy who will do anything to get the tories back into power and the polls following
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Jukes wins Fish’O’Mania
CONGRATULATIONS to Warrington Anglers' Association junior squad member Adam Jukes after he followed up his excellent sixth place in the National Federation of Anglers Championships with a win in the Fish'O'Mania on Saturday. Adam put 17kg of carp on
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Pat’s got a lotta bottle
ERNIE the fastest milkman in the west has a new rival. For newly retired Pat Gater is after his job. And staff at Our Lady's Primary School, Latchford, were only too happy to oblige in making the teacher's dream to drive a milk float come true with
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Clampdown on scramblers
POLICE swooped on illegal scrambler and moped riders in Newton. They hit illegal riding hotspots and, on Saturday, handed out warnings to the public at Warwick Avenue in Newton. Anyone with information about the anti-social riding of off-road vehicles
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Pupils club together
PUPILS at St Aelred's Catholic Technology College are all tee'd up when it comes to golf. The school has laid claim to two prestigious golf championships in the past few weeks. The first was a win in the St Helens Schools' Golf Tournament, which was
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School’s out for summer
MUSICAL stars of the future celebrated the end of the school year with a huge concert at Newton High School. The music extravaganza, which took place last Wednesday, was created by music teacher Dylan Daniel, who worked with pupils on the showcase that
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Talent show competition
BUDDING Beyonces and mini Mikas can showcase their talents at a special event. Merseyside Police have organised a talent show for young people in Newton and Earlestown during the summer holidays. The event finishes with a grand final at the end of August
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Tributes to popular
FLORAL tributes cover the shutter to a barber shop in Earlestown, marking the death of its owner. Trevor Gaskill died outside a house on Houghton Close just after midnight last Thursday. The 39-year-old's death has prompted a police investigation and
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Music fans weather the storm
A LAST minute stage crisis and torrential rain weren't enough to dampen the spirits of music fans in Newton. Last weekend saw Mesnes Park taken over by two stages featuring more than 60 live acts performing over three days for the Newton Music Festival
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Disabled bays
WARRINGTON Borough Council has made an application to create disabled parking bays in Brighton Street and Wellfield Street.
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Afternoon tea
ENJOY an afternoon tea at St Elphin's Church on Saturday, July 28. Organised by the Mothers' Union it takes place in the rectory from 2pm until 4pm. Call 635020 to attend.
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Physio clinic on horizon?
A PHYSIOTHERAPY centre could be created in Fairfield. A planning application has been submitted to Warrington Borough Council to convert a residential property on Manchester Road to a physiotherapy clinic.
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Spreading the message
THERE was a breath of fresh air at a Bewsey school last week as pupils found a different way to mark the start of the smoke free laws. Youngsters at Bewsey Lodge Primary School were encouraged to create their own no smoking' posters for a school- wide
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Father and son in brawl outside pub
A FATHER and son have received prison sentences after a family dispute descended into violence outside a Longford pub. Phillip Shaw, aged 48, and 25-year-old son, Damien, both of Statham Avenue, Longford, were convicted of affray after admitting brawling
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A life changing college trip
A GROUP of students from Priestley College have been making a difference to the lives of children on a trip to Romania. The teenagers, who are studying early years and health and social care, spent their time working in a children's orphanage and hospital
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Parking bay application
AN application has been made by Warrington Borough Council to create a disabled parking bay on Bramhall Street.
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Cameras roll at Wycliffe
TELEVISION cameras will be in Bewsey this weekend. A camera team from Wonderful TV Network will be filming the Day of Renewal Annual Convention, which takes place this Saturday, at Wycliffe United Reform Church. The meeting is open to the public and
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NORTH versus SOUTH
COUNCIL chiefs have been accused of hijacking children from the north of the town to save schools in the south. Clr Colin Froggatt said that education bosses are "stealing children from one area and moving them to another" at a meeting on Tuesday night
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Holiday club for children
WOULD your kids like to go on a dusty adventure during their summer holidays? They can do just that with the Desert Detectives, a summer holiday club held at St John's United Reform Church. Youngsters can spend their days searching out clues about the
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Baffled by question
THE question asked by Ms Kueres of Stockton Heath Parish Council was What steps were the parish council going to take to ensure that any money arising from the demolition of Stockton Heath Primary School is spent in Stockton Heath?" ("Stop asking questions
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Don’t fall foul of wardens
I WRITE on behalf of my daughter and any other motorists caught out by devious parking wardens at Walton Gardens. We live in Runcorn and since my children were little we have brought them to Walton Gardens, the same as my parents did when we lived in
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Support for Cullen is refreshing to read
IT was refreshing to read the letter from Bill and Marion Littlefair, concerning Paul Cullen, the Warrington Wolves Rugby League coach. They request that we keep the faith with Paul, which I fully endorse. Paul is a local man who played hard for Warrington
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What a waste
THE junction at Asda Westbrook lights is a waste of taxpayers' money; it will need more spending to rectify the congestion it has caused. The money would have been better spent improving the junction on Sankey Way/Cromwell Avenue which must be one of
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Vandalism
I WAS shocked to be told of the damage two youths did to Sycamore Lane Primary School. Thanks to the workers on a nearby building who came across in their own time and repaired some of the damage. It is time parents and councillors tried to find a solution
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What planet are you on?
THE council has agreed that creating more bus lanes will help Warrington's traffic flow. What planet are these people on? To get traffic flowing it needs to get rid of the bus lanes and cycle lanes that have reduced two lanes of traffic to one, and
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Lions appeal for your help
WARRINGTON Lions are appealing to men and women in Warrington who wish to devote a little of their spare time to help others in need of assistance. Please contact Lion Mike Holden 816393 for more information. HARRY THOMPSON Orford
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Traffic survey false picture
HAVING experienced the frustration of waiting in long lines of traffic at Westbrook, which prior to the installation of lights instead of the roundabout, did not exist, and having read the comments in the Warrington Guardian over recent weeks I was absolutely
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Thank you
MAY I say thank you to the two kind women who came to help me when I fell over on Saturday July 14, in town. One woman was an off-duty nurse who was so caring. Thank you both for your kindness. Thanks also to accident and emergency staff. PAT DOYLE
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Credit to teaching staff
I HAVE just had a very pleasant evening at the Sacred Heart Church on Liverpool Road. The children from the primary school have a small band, which was delightful to listen to, but what really amazed me was how well behaved and disciplined all the children
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XIII Heroes
The brand new Golden Square shopping centre in Warrington is the venue for the next XIII Heroes rugby league charity fundraiser. This coming Friday and Saturday, the 27 th and 28 th July, a team of thirteen rugby league fans will each complete a half
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Impressed by hospital staff
I ATTENDED Warrington Hospital on Sunday, July 15, as an inpatient to have my inguinal hernia repaired. I have nothing but praise for all those who attended to me, from the skilful hands of Mr Brett the consultant to the efficiency of the woman who cleaned
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Traffic chaos
WHAT on Earth has happened to the traffic lights between Gainsborough Road and Wilderspool Causeway? Every time I venture in that direction from Stockton Heath there is a queue of cars waiting to get through. It appears that the timings are changed in
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Council can’t take praise
IN response to Dave Stamp, head of parks and green spaces, regarding the standard of cemeteries. Mr Stamp mentioned that two cemeteries managed by the council, Burtonwood and Fox Covert, have achieved the national Civic Trust Green Flag Award, which
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Hospital staff deserve medal
MY husband and I were on holiday at Preston Brook Marina, Murdishaw, on our canal cruiser when my husband had a heart attack. The ambulance was called and we were taken to Warrington Hospital straight into the resuscitation unit, then on to the coronary
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Parents held responsible
WHEN are parents going to be held responsible for what their children get up to? I was upset to read in the Warrington Guardian of a little girl who had her head cut open by a golf ball; it could have killed her. Golf clubs and golf balls are not toys
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Cullen to sign contract
PAUL Cullen could be set to sign a new contract as head coach of Warrington Wolves. Cullen's current contract expires at the end of the season and speculation about his future has rumbled on throughout the year, with the national media linking other
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New member on board
LYMM Parish Council will co-opt a new councillor after Clr Bob Carville resigned. Clr Carville left due to ill health last month and there was no call for a new election.
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Barbecue raises £2,000
A BARBECUE held by the Lymm Committee of Cancer Research UK raised more than £2,000 for the cause. The event, held at the home of Geoff and Alison Hawley, raised £2,030. Jean Parkinson, secretary, said: "I would like to thank all who supported this
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Owner replies
THE owner of a Thelwall property featured in last week's Warrington Guardian has spoken out. He says the former corner shop is not derelict nor are there any rats. And he said the occupiers, who do not wish to be named, have lived there for many years
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Litter pickers unite for clean up
MEMBERS of Marlfield WI in Grappenhall helped out the community last week. The women started a litter pick along Bridgewater Canal bank and then through Grappenhall.
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£8k from day
AN open day at a Millington charity has raised £8,000 for the charity. More than 800 guests went to the day at The Children's Adventure Farm Trust earlier this month.
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Newsquest donation to flood appeal
WARRINGTON Guardian's parent company Newsquest Media Group is donating £10,000 to the national flood appeal. The UK's second biggest regional media publisher has a number of titles in the Worcestershire. Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire and Herefordshire
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Pay and display car park plan is back
PAY and display in Lymm's car parks could be back on the agenda in a bid to solve the village's parking woes. A controversial pay and display scheme was shelved two years ago but council leader Ian Marks said it was time the idea was put back on the
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Lymm juniors
LYMM RFC are looking to recruit new players for their under 14s rugby union team. The squad currently includes boys from at least six schools across north Cheshire and summer touch rugby sessions take place at Appleton Thorn on Thursdays. Newcomers
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All focus on the Challenge Cup semis
WITH there being no game for Warrington Wolves this weekend, rugby league's eyes are on the two Carnegie Challenge Cup semi finals. I have to be honest and say I haven't really got a preference who wins Saturday's semi between Bradford Bulls and St Helens
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Darwen friendly
WARRINGTON Town will play their second pre-season friendly when they travel to Darwen on Tuesday. The Yellows, who opened their pre-season schedule with a 2-1 defeat to Bury, host Everton at Cantilever Park on August 2. But Saturday's friendly at Golborne
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GOLF: Archer set for German test
PHIL Archer returns to action at the Players' Championship of Europe today, Thursday. The Birchwood Golf Club professional will compete in Hamburg, Germany, having had a week off after missing out on qualification for the Open Championship.
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Crosfields make trip to Daten
CROSFIELDS FC commence their pre-season schedule with a friendly at Daten tonight, Thursday, at 6.30pm. The Cheshire Building Society League Division One side, who start their season on August 11, host Ashton Town on Saturday at 3pm before further home
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New deals for Gleeson and Bracek
MARK Gleeson and Andy Bracek have penned new deals to keep them at The Halliwell Jones Stadium. Both were scheduled to be out of contract at the end of the season but 25-year-old hooker Gleeson has signed a new one-year contract, while 20-year-old forward
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Knott fund-raiser at Golden Square
RUGBY League fans will run a half marathon at the Golden Square shopping centre to raise funds for former Wolves player Ian Knott. The 30-year-old was forced to retire two years ago with a serious back injury and now finds walking severely painful and
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PICTURES ADDED: Briers clocks up 2,000 points on his family day out
Hull Kingston Rovers 20 Warrington Wolves 60. LEE Briers certainly picked his time to score his first hat-trick in six years and pass the 2,000-point mark for Warrington Wolves. Many of his wife's family - all lifelong Hull KR fans - will have had
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Jon's off to Russia
BANK Quay Bulls' Jon Walker jets out to Russia today, Thursday, to represent BARLA's under 21s team. The 20-year-old is set to face a Russian Students side tomorrow before Tuesday's encounter with Kazan.
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Glance guide to sport
Athletics. Warrington Athletics Club's results from the final match of the Young Athletes League: Under 17s girls: Hayley Darbyshire, 1, 100m, 13.2secs; 1, 200m, 26.9secs; 2, shot put B, 4.87m; Sarah Griffiths, 1, 1500m, 5mins 21.6secs; 3, javelin,
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Rylands A prepare for Challenge Cup Final
RYLANDS A will take on Cadishead Cons in the final of the Warrington and North Cheshire Bowls Association Challenge Cup at Pierpoints on Saturday at 2pm. Rylands have also reached the Silcock Cup Final and will face St Oswalds at Orford War Memorial
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Appleton reach cup semi finals after bowl-out drama
APPLETON Cricket Club reached the semi finals of the Cheshire Cricket Alliance Cup in a dramatic bowl-out against Trinity on Sunday. Appleton worked hard to get the game on at Lyons Lane despite the wet conditions but Trinity got off to a flying start
