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Kiwis, Kumuls, Kukis and more – what to expect as World Cup hits Warrington
ACROSS the four tournaments encompassed at this year’s Rugby League World Cup, nowhere is hosting more matches than Warrington. With four men’s matches and the entire PDRL tournament being held in the town, we have arguably the biggest hive of
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Wire extend partnership with kit supplier O'Neills
WARRINGTON Wolves have extended their partnership with kit suppliers O’Neills. The Irish sports manufacturers will now supply training and playing kits for The Wire’s men’s, women’s, academy, wheelchair, PDRL and LDSL teams until 2026. O’Neills
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Padgate residential going the extra mile to raise funds for additional support
A RESIDENTIAL complex in Padgate is going above and beyond to raise funds for additional support to provide to its residents. Harpers Green, on Harpers Road, is fundraising to buy new equipment that will help residents in the event of a fall.
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Enchanting light trail is returning to Walton beauty spot this winter
AN enchanting light trail is returning to Walton this year – and it promises to be bigger and better than ever. Luminate Winter Light Trail is arriving at Walton Hall and Gardens on November 24 and will run until December 24. The entire trail
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Counter-terrorism police issue warning for Rugby League World Cup
NORTH West counter-terrorism police have issued a warning for those travelling to, or attending, events during the Rugby League World Cup this month. Thousands of attendees are being warned to 'trust their instincts' and 'to be vigilant' during
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The clearest hint yet that Williams will start for England against Samoa?
HAVE we had the clearest indication yet that George Williams will be England’s first-choice half-back for the Rugby League World Cup? The Warrington Wolves man has been handed the squad number seven – the same number he wore for The Wire this year
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Deputy leader slams ‘mistruths’ over council’s investments
WARRINGTON Borough Council’s deputy leader has slammed the ‘mistruths’ over the authority’s investments. A report on the year-to-date performance of the material schemes that make up the council’s non-treasury investment portfolio came before the
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'TV doctor Ravi walked in on Lucy Letby 'attacking 98-minute-old baby''
A CONSULTANT paediatrician at the Countess of Chester Hospital walked in on neonatal nurse Lucy Letby 'trying to kill' a 1lb 8oz baby that had been born only 97 minutes earlier, a court has heard. Nicholas Johnson KC continued his opening of the
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Man issued dispersal order to leave Warrington after selling items from door to door
A MAN has been issued with a dispersal order to leave Warrington after selling items from door to door. Today, Wednesday, police received multiple reports regarding a group of men selling items door-to-door in the Appleton and Stretton area.
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Downing Street issues bank holiday update for King Charles' coronation
A bank holiday next year for the coronation of King Charles III is still “on the table”, the Prime Minister’s official spokesman has said. With the coronation planned for Saturday, May 6, Downing Street sources told The Mirror that it is highly
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Fly-tipper who called himself 'man with a van' on Facebook dumped waste outside substation
A FLY-TIPPER who advertised himself as a ‘man with a van’ on Facebook has been fined for dumping waste outside an electricity substation in Risley. Gary Heap pleaded guilty to the offence at Warrington Magistrates’ Court where he was handed a hefty
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Bents Garden and Home officially unveils its 'Christmas Experience' 2022
ITS that time of year again, with Bents Garden and Home officially unveiling its 'Christmas Experience' 2022. Details were kept tightly under wraps until the official opening of the festive section by Matthew Bent, with the event taking place at
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Large group of travellers move onto land in Great Sankey after 'breaking into' former BMX track
A LARGE group of travellers has moved onto land in Great Sankey after ‘breaking in’ to a former BMX track. At around 8pm last night, Tuesday, police were called to reports of an unauthorised encampment at the site on Liverpool Road. “Officers
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Warrington Town Hall could shut for the winter due to cost of living crisis
FEARS have been raised over ‘sky high’ bills amid the cost of living crisis as councillors call for action – while the Town Hall could close over winter. A Labour motion, proposed by Cllr Janet Henshaw and seconded by Cllr Siobhan Carr, was put
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New bar and eatery opens in Time Square to rave reviews
A NEW pizza stand and cocktail bar has opened in Time Square development to rave reviews. Parlour Bar and Eatery opened for the first time this weekend and is now officially open every day from 11:30am. The new independent restaurant specialises
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Care home owners fined following death of resident, 90, who accidentally set fire to himself
OWNERS of a care home have been fined more than £60k after a 90-year-old resident accidentally set fire to himself while smoking. Ashberry Healthcare Ltd, which ran the former Heathercroft Care Home in Woolston until 2021, pleaded guilty to three
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LETTER: Thanks to police and Warrington council for removing travellers
I WOULD like to say a big thanks to Warrington Borough Council and our local police for the rapid response in removing an illegal traveller’s encampment. Last Wednesday evening at 7.30pm a group of travellers descended on a children’s park at the
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LETTER: How will Warrington GPs be able to open at evenings and weekends?
IT was hard to read the report on extended hours at the doctors in Warrington without raising a smile. Given the lack of access we have currently, where will the staff come to offer evening and weekend appointments? It is impossible to get
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LETTER: Warrington Hospital parking prices me out of volunteering
I AM a recently retired nurse, and looking for something to keep me occupied, I decided to look into volunteering at Warrington Hospital. I was staggered to find that I would have to pay to park on the site. The shifts are four hours long at
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Greggs is giving away free bakes, sausage rolls and hot drinks - how to get yours
You can enjoy a free bake or sausage roll from Greggs at any point this year. All you need to do to claim the offer is sign up to the Greggs App. The offer gives you a free bake or sausage roll, including steak bake, cheese and onion bake and
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This Warrington boss has been named one of the most ambitious in the country
A BUSINESS leader from Westbrook has been named one of the most ambitious in the country. Janette Martin, CEO of Talos360 is included in The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2022. The programme, which is supported by The Times
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'Severe' delays across Warrington starting to clear after multi-vehicle crash on M6
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Hour long delays on M62 in Warrington following early morning crash
THERE are delays across Warrington this morning following a crash on the M62. Traffic was stationary on the M62 in Warrington this morning, Wednesday, following a multi-vehicle crash. The M62 westbound was ‘blocked’ due to an accident between
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Offender who threatened to destroy woman's flat and blow up her car avoids jail
AN offender who threatened to destroy a woman’s flat and blow up her car has been spared jail. Daniel Eyres, of Brick Street, also stole £30 from his victim. The 32-year-old appeared before Warrington Magistrates’ Court for sentencing in September
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Impressive rooftop terrace could be used to create town centre cocktail bar
HUNDREDS of thousands of pounds are being planned to be spent on the construction of a rooftop terrace bar in the centre of town. Plans have been submitted by The Grand cocktail bar, near Bridge Foot, to begin work creating a rooftop terrace and
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Warrington becomes UK's first council to generate all of its own electricity
WARRINGTON has become the first local authority in the country to produce all of its own electricity. This comes as Warrington Borough Council recently commissioned investments into solar farms, with work on the latest farm being completed this
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COMMENT: Race is on for Wire to balance their squad after missing out on Wardle
MAKE no mistake, Jake Wardle’s move to Wigan Warriors comes as a big blow to Warrington Wolves’ 2023 plans. Plenty has been said about the centre’s future on both sides of the Pennines but having made clear his desire to keep him longer-term after
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Verdict and reaction as Warrington Town slip to midweek home loss
MARK Beesley says his Warrington Town gave themselves “a mountain to climb” as they lost to Gainsborough Trinity on Tuesday evening. Two goals in six first-half minutes from Liam Waldock ensured the visitors left Cantilever Park with three points
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Warrington Rylands 'not at the races' as unbeaten run ends
JODY Banim admits his Warrington Rylands side “weren’t at the races” as their six-match unbeaten run came to an end on Tuesday evening. Two goals either side of half-time saw them lose 2-1 at Lancaster City for their first defeat in almost a month