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Wolves charity hosts open day
WARRINGTON Wolves Charitable Foundation is hosting an open day at The Halliwell Jones Stadium on Wednesday from 3pm to 7pm. Many of the great and good of Warrington’s civic life have been invited but the public are encouraged to attend too.
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Win a family ticket to see The Moscow State Circus!
The Moscow State Circus brings its latest and most spectacular show to date to the UK with this sensational extravaganza BABUSHKIN SEKRET. Inspired by the legend of ‘THE 12 CHAIRS’, the new show takes us on an incredible journey in the company of – without
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Concert tribute evening planned
WARRINGTON Male Voice Choir will be joined by the Leyland Band for a special evening of choral and brass music next Saturday, May 21 at the Parr Hall. As well as being a great night for music, the 'Gwahoddiad - the invitation' concert will
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Dive into a world of creative crafts at Creative Stitches & Hobbycrafts!
Visit Creative Stitches and Hobbycrafts at the Aintree Pavilion, Liverpool from 20-22 May where you will be spoilt for choice. With more than 120 exhibitors showcasing the latest products in the world of creative crafts, the show is bursting at
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Kayak for WDP on Bridgewater Canal
A UNIQUE charity challenge of kayaking down the Bridgewater Canal takes place later this month. Warrington Disability Partnership hosts the event on Sunday, May 29 with kayaks and canoes leaving the London Bridge Pub and Thorn Marine and regular intervals
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TEAM NEWS: Smith names 19-man squad for Castleford clash
WOLVES boss Tony Smith has named his 19-man squad to take on Castleford Tigers at the Halliwell Jones Stadium on Friday, kick off 8pm. Under 20s half back Gareth O'Brien retains his spot in the squad after a strong showing against Keighley Cougars
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New Town Hall leadership revealed
THE councillors to take the top jobs in the new look Town Hall can be revealed. Senior Labour officials and councillors met on Monday afternoon to thrash out who would take each position. Clr Terry O’Neill (Burtonwood and WInwick) will be council
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Bus company agrees new town deal
WARRINGTON'S bus company Network Warrington has announced its continued support of the town's premier football team - Warrington Town. It is the third successive year Network Warrington has sponsored the club as part of its community links. The deal
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Soldier's mum praises fundraisers
THE mother of Private Thomas Sephton, who was killed while serving his country in Afghanistan last summer, has been thanking the staff at the Village Hotel for their fundraising efforts. Angela Horn said: “I would like to send my sincere thanks and
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Mike Biggin to take over as Mayor
GRAPPENHALL and Thelwall councillor Mike Biggin is set to take over as Mayor of Warrington. Clr Ted Finnegan was due to take on the role at the annual council meeting on May 23. But his defeat on Thursday left the position vacant. After a round of
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Unilever staff to stage protest
WORKERS from Unilever plants are set to take part in a national demonstration today, Wednesday against plans to scrap pensions. Unilever has decided to axe its final salary pension scheme affecting 5000 employees including those from the Warrington
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Local papers keep communities strong, says Michel Roux
Like a robust local newspaper, good local food and produce lie at the heart of a strong local community, writes Michel Roux. Vibrant local restaurants, pubs, cafes and producers act as catalysts for the local economy, bringing money into the
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College suffers funding cuts
PRIESTLEY College is having funding cut with a 13 per cent reduction over the next three years. That will mean a loss of around £270,000 this year from the £11million budget, with the same figure then cut for the next two years. Deputy
