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Traffic stopped on M6 in Warrington after late night crash
TRAFFIC has been held on the M6 in Warrington after a crash this evening, Tuesday. A collision happened before 9pm on the Thelwall Viaduct. All traffic was stopped following the incident with congestion back from the scene on the incident,
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Buckingham Palace confirms exact date of King Charles' coronation next year
The coronation date of King Charles III has been confirmed as Saturday, May 6 next year by Buckingham Palace. The Palace said the ceremony will be “rooted in longstanding traditions and pageantry” but also “reflect the monarch’s role today and
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Council halves its carbon emissions amid 'climate emergency'
WARRINGTON Borough Council has announced that it has slashed its carbon emissions by more than half. Since 2013, the council has been working to reduce its carbon footprint, and in the eight years from 2013 to 2021, the council dramatically cut
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‘Thoughtful’ pharmacist who served the community for over two decades dies
A FAMILY man who was much-loved within the community has passed away. Edward John Scarisbrick formerly worked at Rowlands Pharmacy in Newton-le-Willows for 20 years and was widely known around the area. He pdied at the age of 46 in the early
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Warrington community nurse wins prestigious national award
A COMMUNITY diabetes nurse at Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals Trust has won a prestigious national award. Liz Atkins has worked four days per week for the trust for the past five years - but during Covid she stepped up her hours further
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Tributes to ‘incredibly tenacious’ campaigner following death
TRIBUTES have been paid to an ‘incredibly tenacious’ campaigner following his death. Richard Buttrey, a retired accountant from Stockton Heath, passed away in hospital last Thursday, October 6. Campaigners have described him as being ‘instrumental
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This month marks 35 years since IKEA Warrington opened its doors for the first time
THIS month marks 35 years since IKEA Warrington opened its doors for the first time. The Swedish furniture giant opened on October 1, 1987. Thousands of people - including some who had camped out in the days beforehand
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A familiar face returns to boost Warrington Town squad
WARRINGTON Town can once again count on the services of left-back Eddie Clarke. The 23-year-old has re-joined Mark Beesley’s squad and is available to make his second debut for the club against Gainsborough Trinity tonight. Clarke, who played
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School that goes 'above and beyond' for its pupils wins national award
WARGRAVE House School and College has received a national award. The school for individuals with autism and co-existing diagnosis recently gained national recognition as it was awarded the Outstanding Impact Award 2022 at the National Association
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Council chiefs told not to ‘kid’ themselves over challenge to balance budget
WARRINGTON Borough Council’s leader has told cabinet members not to ‘kid’ themselves over the challenge facing the authority to balance its budget. The Labour-run authority is forecasting an overspend of £9.2 million. A 2022-23 budget monitoring
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Travellers move to unauthorised encampment in Risley
AN UNAUTHORISED encampment of travellers has been set up in Risley. Silver Lane, just outside of Birchwood, is now hosting a number of caravans that pitched up on the site. According to Cheshire and West Chester county council, the encampment
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Lymm Rugby Club juniors get their chance to shine
WITH the senior teams not in action, Lymm Rugby Club’s junior section had the chance to shine at the weekend. There was a full programme of both training and matches for the youngsters on Sunday, with the youngest players in the under 5s and under
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Lucy Letby trial: Nurse 'caught by mum trying to attack her new-born son', court hears
ALLEGED killer nurse Lucy Letby was 'caught trying to attack a new-born twin' by the child's mother, a court has heard. Letby 32, denies seven counts of murder and 15 counts of attempted murder, in relation to the deaths of seven babies at the
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OPINION: Why fracking debate does matter for future in Warrington
I think it’s fair to say I have some fairly strong opinions but I also like to think my opinions are arrived at after careful consideration. Having said that, I also think it’s appropriate to change your mind sometimes. Take fracking for example
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First headliner of Creamfields 2023 announced as festival sells out in record-breaking time
CREAMFIELDS North 2023 has sold out, making it the fastest-selling Creamfields festival on record. And to coincide, Cream HQ has just revealed the first headline for next year. The Swedish House Mafia will take to the Daresbury fields to headline
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Large police presence in town centre following concerns for safety of woman at car park
A LARGE police presence was in the town centre last night, Monday, following concerns for the safety of a woman. At around 6.20pm, officers attended reports of concerns for the safety of a woman at a car park on Academy Way. On arrival, officers
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New health hub aiming to reduce Covid backlogs is coming to Warrington
A NEW hub aiming to reduce Covid backlogs is coming to the town. The Health Secretary has approved 10 new community diagnostic centres (CDCs) which will be rolled out across England - including in Warrington. Based in community settings such
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Martin Lewis highlights 'little known benefit' that can pay you thousands
Martin Lewis has highlighted a “little known benefit” that can pay you thousands at a time when many people are struggling with the cost-of-living crisis. The MoneySavingExpert alerted grandparents that they could be entitled to claim benefits
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'World Class Warrington' event promises to showcase best of town's businesses
WARRINGTON is set to champion its 'world class' businesses this week, with a conference coming to the town centre. 'World Class Warrington' is being organised between Warrington Chamber of Commerce, Warrington & Co and Warrington Business Exchange
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This World Cup is a show of confidence in rugby league's growth
COLOURFUL, passionate and absorbing Rugby League World Cup action returns to these shores for the first time since 2013. While that tournament featured matches in England, Wales, Ireland and France, the entire 2022 event – delayed a year because
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M6 northbound reopens two lanes after vehicle overturns - delays of 60 minutes
THE M6 northbound has reopened two lanes after an overturned vehicle closed the motorway earlier today. The incident happened between junction 17 at Sandbach and 18 for Middlewich. Two lanes remain closed as contractors clear a spillage from
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The type of half-back Wire need? Assessing the potential signing of Drinkwater
WARRINGTON Wolves have been looking for a half-back for 2023 – but have they finally got their man? The club have been linked with a deal to bring Catalans Dragons half-back Josh Drinkwater to The Halliwell Jones Stadium for next year. Drinkwater
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Traffic held on M6 after ladders fall from van and cause damage to vehicles
ALL traffic was held on the M6 northbound last night, Monday, after a set of ladders fell from a van. Traffic between junction 20, Lymm and junction 21, Woolston, was held at around 9pm. This was to allow for patrols and Highways North West
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Hotel prices spike in Warrington over Eurovision weekend
HOTELS in Warrington seem to have increased their prices over the weekend of the Eurovision final. It was announced last week that Liverpool will host the competition after the UK came runners-up to Ukraine in last year's show. Due to Russia's
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A return to league action for Town and Rylands - midweek football preview
AFTER FA Trophy victories at the weekend, Warrington Town and Warrington Rylands turn their attentions back to the bread and butter this evening. Both sides are in Northern Premier League Premier Division action as they look to continue their promising
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The family-run farm in Warrington offering 15,000 pumpkins to choose from this spooky season
THERE are few better ways to welcome in the spooky season than with a trip to a pumpkin patch. So we decided to pay a visit to Kenyon Hall Farm in Croft. The family-run farm is hosting its annual Pumpkin Festival after planting 15,000 tiny
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Latchford woman ordered to pay more than £120 after putting feet on seats of train
A LATCHFORD woman has been ordered to pay more than £120 after putting her feet on the seats of a train. Cerys Woodruff, of Cumberland Street, Latchford, appeared before Liverpool Knowsley and St Helens Magistrates’ Court after pleading guilty
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Vile drunk who spat in police officer's face is put behind bars
A VILE drunk who spat in a police officer’s face has been jailed. Stephen Jones, of Portland Road, Great Sankey, committed two offences on the same day. The 48-year-old appeared before Chester Magistrates’ Court for sentencing last week after
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Warrington & Vale Royal College announces free adult education courses for autumn - sign up now
Warrington & Vale Royal College is pleased to be offering its range of Adult Community Learning (ACL) courses completely free of charge to anyone who enrols on a 2022/2023 ACL course between now and December 15, 2022. The college, situated in the