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Police in Walton recover moped believed to be stolen
POLICE have recovered what they believe to be a stolen moped in Walton. Yesterday, Saturday, the team from Warrington Police took to social media to share they would be making enquiries to establish its ‘rightful owner’. A spokesperson said
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England crowned Physical Disability Rugby League World Cup champions in Warrington
ENGLAND are the inaugural Physical Disability Rugby League World Cup champions after defeating New Zealand at Warrington Wolves’ Halliwell Jones Stadium. Shaun Briscoe’s side completed an unbeaten campaign in fine style, recording a 42-10 success
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It's on! World Cup treat as Tonga set to face Samoa in Warrington quarter-final
WARRINGTON Wolves’ Halliwell Jones Stadium will be the stage for a mouthwatering men’s Rugby League World Cup quarter-final next weekend. Following tonight’s crunching win by Samoa against France in Warrington, as Group A runners-up they will face
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Happy memories of one of Warrington's best loved and long gone drinking dens
OVER the past couple of weeks, we have been remembering the old Wimpy bar on Bridge Street. Many readers got in touch to say they loved a burger in Wimpy followed by a trip to a favourite drinking spot. The old Blackburne Arms in the town centre
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Woolston gym says 'now is the time to change your life'
FOLLOWING a successful launch in September, a gym in Woolston is celebrating its progress with a call to arms for those thinking of getting into fitness. "Now is the time to change your life," say the owners of CrossFit Warrington, Sarah Lunn and
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Amazing Culcheth house with a swimming pool, cinema room and karaoke room is for sale
A HOME with an indoor swimming pool, a cinema room, and a karaoke room is on the market in Warrington for £1,500,000. Located on Twiss Green Lane, estate agents Bridgfords say the property is situated in a ‘desirable’ part of Culcheth. Boasting
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MP pushes for expansion of stem cell register in Warrington South
THE MP for Warrington South is promoting the expansion of the stem cell register in the town. Andy Carter, Conservative MP for Warrington South, met with the Anthony Nolan Trust in Parliament this week. The trust aims to promote the stem cell
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Three Warringtonians in England Women 19 for opening Rugby League World Cup clash
HEAD coach Craig Richards has named his 19-strong England squad to take on Brazil at Headingley on Tuesday in the opening game of the Women’s Rugby League World Cup (KO 2.30pm). Warrington's Emily Rudge, the most experienced player in the squad
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Warning to anyone who shares a bed with their dogs ahead of winter months
Dog lovers have been warned about letting their four-legged friends onto the bed with them. The colder months are not just affecting us, but also our pets, and the experts at bed and mattress retailer Happy Beds have revealed why you should avoid
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Ofsted praise Orford nursery where 'smiles and giggles are abundant'
Smiles and giggles are abundant at a nursery in Orford, according to Ofsted. Kids Planet Beamont received a ‘good’ rating from inspectors following a one-day inspection. It also received a good rating in all four categories - the quality of
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Former Bridgewater High student to feature in new BBC drama SAS Rogue Heroes
THE BBC's newest show SAS Rogue Heroes features an actor from Warrington. Corin Silva will play ‘Gentleman’ Jim Almonds in the show based on the true story of the formation of the SAS during the Second World War. Corin is Warrington born and
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The Latchford salon that is a cut above the rest
CHRIS Whitfield and Mike Houghton have been a couple for 13 years. They’re best friends and business partners too and despite only opening Beehive Hair Salon four years ago, the dynamic duo have had to close their books to new clients. Chris
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Ex-Warrington landlord moves his popular Halloween displays to new home
THE former landlord of a Warrington pub has moved his popular Halloween display to his new home. Andrew Wharfe ran The Lower Angel in Warrington town centre for 12 years before moving to Rhyl in North Wales last year. One of the highlights
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Town centre bar will host meet ups for men struggling with mental health
A TOWN centre bar is set to host regular meet ups on Wednesday evenings for men struggling with their mental health. Dead Eyes on Bridge Street is a popular place to get together with friends and family for drinks and a bite to eat. The venue
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Green light for plans to begin £4million refurbishment of closed care home
A MULTI million-pound refurbishment and reopening of a closed Warrington care home has been given the green light. An application has been granted planning permission by Warrington Borough Council relating to the former Heathercroft Care Home in
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'Gangs of kids' making life a nightmare for Woolston business, owner says
A WOOLSTON businesswoman has said that 'gangs of kids' regularly make her life a 'nightmare.' Groups of youths regularly gather near Dam Lane shops, in Woolston, and they are disturbing local businesses, according to shop owners. Lisa Parker
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Two town centre roads to close today for demolition of New Town House
TWO town centre roads will close while a major town centre building is demolished. Warrington Borough Council has confirmed the demolition of New Town House, which started last month, will force the closures over today, Sunday and tomorrow, Monday
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Warrington house prices rise by hundreds - how much your home could be worth
HOUSE prices in Warrington have gone up by an average of over £600 in the month of August, according to figures from the Land Registry. The latest data from the government department reveals that in August 2022 average house prices in Warrington