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Warrington Wolves unveil 2023 kits as white home shirt returns
WARRINGTON Wolves have unveiled their playing kits for the 2023 campaign. For the first time since 2012, the home shirt is predominantly white in colour with primrose and blue horizontal stripes across the middle, shoulders and sleeves. In
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Much-loved Warrington town centre character sadly dies
A MUCH-loved Warrington character has sadly died. Peter McLean passed away earlier this week. He was living in supported accommodation in the town centre at the time. The 51-year-old was a familiar face in the town and could often be spotted
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Council hits out at 'shoddy deals' which will see asylum seekers move into Fir Grove
THE leader of Warrington Borough Council has blamed 'failed Home Office policy' and 'shoddy deals' for a decision which will see asylum seekers move into the Fir Grove Hotel. As the Warrington Guardian revealed earlier this week, staff were told
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High school students praised for creativity during baking extravaganza
STUDENTS at Culcheth High School have been praised for their ingenuity and creativity during a full day of baking. More than 25 students took part in the event at the secondary school, which was aimed at promoting 'linguistic diversity.' The
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So much to like about these pictures from the Rugby League World Cup 2021 tournaments
WELCOME to our updated gallery of favourite pictures from the action so far in Rugby League World Cup 2021 in England. All of the group matches in the men's competition are featured here, along with images from the England Community Lions versus
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3.5 miles of traffic congestion after lorries in crash on M6
THERE are traffic queues of three and a half miles on the M6 after a crash between two lorries near to Haydock Island. The M6 southbound between Junction 23 (Haydock) and Junction 22 (Winwick), has two lanes closed due to the collision. There
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"Warrington have been trailblazers" PDRL World Cup legacy is based in Warrington
A WEEK on from England winning the inaugural Physical Disability Rugby League (PDRL) World Cup in Warrington, focuses have already turned towards what comes next. While the tournament has been a huge success in both viewership and the quality of
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Picture revealed of Great Sankey masked man who terrorised children on Halloween
AN image has been shared of a masked man who was spotted in Great Sankey on Halloween. Parents reported the man spooking children and police were called. As reported earlier in the week, a number of reports were made to the force. Now one mum
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Councillors support motion calling for ‘fairer’ voting system
COUNCILLORS have supported a motion calling for a ‘fairer’ voting system for general elections. The motion, proposed by Liberal Democrat Cllr Ian Marks, was passed at the full council meeting on Monday. He said: “A proportional voting system
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Warrington Male Voice Choir to dish up Christmas cheer
GET ready for Christmas with a festive show from Warrington Male Voice Choir. They will be hosting the Christmas Voices Christmas Brass concert at Parr Hall on December 17, starting at 7.30pm. The choir is determined to put together a cracker
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National award for Warrington-based nursery SEND team
STAFF from a Lymm-based nursery group were rewarded for their hard work with a national award. The Kids Planet SEND Team collected a top prize for early years provision at nasen’s sixth annual awards. The Lymm-based nursery group, The Kids
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Two arrested after police called to Home Bargains in Newton-le-Willows
TWO people were arrested after police were called to Home Bargains in Newton-le-Willows. At around 1.45pm, on Thursday, November 3, officers attended the store on Haydock Street to reports of a man inside the shop smelling of cannabis. The
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An update on ticket sales for mammoth Tonga-Samoa clash
RUGBY League World Cup organisers are expected a sizeable crowd for Sunday’s mammoth quarter-final between Samoa and Tonga in Warrington. The two Polynesian giants face off at The Halliwell Jones Stadium in what is being billed as the game of the
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Drinks specialist recalls cocktail that fails to list milk and sulphite on label
A CHESHIRE leading drinks specialist wholesaler is recalling a cocktail. Hammonds of Knutsford is recalling Buzzballz Choc Tease Cocktail because it contains milk and sulphites which are not mentioned on the label. This means a possible health
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Big changes and key number left vacant - Wire reveal 2023 squad numbers
WARRINGTON Wolves have unveiled their squad numbers for the 2023 season with some big changes for key players. Perhaps the most eye-catching swap is that of Stefan Ratchford, who gives up the number one jersey he has worn since 2017 to Matt Dufty
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UK Drivers warned over windscreen hack which could land them in jail
UK drivers have been warned to avoid this 'life hack' after a viral video on TikTok showed a new way to keep car windscreens clear of rain this coming winter. Risk insurance experts from Chill Insurance were quick to warn motorists to avoid following
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What - if anything - can we learn from Warrington Wolves' 2023 squad numbers?
WITH rugby league no longer a game where numbers 1-13 play exclusively, squad numbers are not quite as significant as they once were. What they can sometimes do, however, is give an indication into a coach’s thinking ahead of the new campaign.
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Tonga touch down in Warrington ahead of mammoth quarter-final
THE Tongans have come to town! Having been based in St Helens for the Rugby League World Cup group stages, Kristian Woolf’s side were officially welcomed to Warrington yesterday having chosen the town as their new base. They will take the field
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Talented Warrington author's books turned into Netflix series
A WARRINGTON writer’s books have been turned into a Netflix series. The Bastard Son and the Devil Himself is an eight-part series based on Sally Green’s book series, Half Bad, which was released last month. The Grappenhall resident's fantasy
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Golden Square's exciting Brazilian eatery shows glimpse of what's in store
A SNEEK-PEAK has surfaced of the highly anticipated Rio Brazilian Steakhouse set to open in Golden Square in the coming months. Work is on-going to transform the premises into what will be a stand-alone meat feast experience - with many on the
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Man, 93, hospitalised following car crash in Longford
A 93-YEAR-old man has been hospitalised following a car crash in Longford. At around 5.15pm last night, Thursday, police were called to reports of a crash on Northway. Officers attended the scene and found a Honda Jazz had collided with three
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Daresbury Dairy produces delicious ice cream whatever the weather
GOOD quality products need good quality ingredients and Daresbury Dairy and Ice Cream Farm has the recipe for success. With everyone’s favourite frozen treat made using milk from cows on Penkridge Lake Farm, Claire and Matthew Whitlow together
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A milestone match for Warrington Town boss this weekend
MARK Beesley is set for a milestone match in charge of Warrington Town on Saturday. Saturday’s trip to Guiseley will be his 50th game as Yellows manager, a little under a year after taking charge at Cantilever Park. Having been assistant manager
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New seven-storey apartments block could be built on major road into town centre
A NEW seven-storey apartment block could be built on a major gateway into the town centre. It would fill spare land on Winwick Street near to Central Station and close to the John Street development which has stood unfinished for two years.
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MP Andy Carter calls for home secretary to reverse hotel asylum seeker plan
CONSERVATIVE MP Andy Carter has written to the home secretary to object an asylum seeker plan for a popular Grappenhall hotel. Yesterday, Thursday, the Warrington Guardian revealed that the Fir Grove Hotel has closed its doors amid a plan to use
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Major Warrington road to close at night for 6 weeks until mid December
A MAJOR road in Penketh – and many of the streets surrounding – will close in the evenings lfor the next six weeks. Carriageway resurfacing will take place on the A562 Warrington Road for six weeks until at least December 10. Work will take