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MPs united in opposition to ‘unacceptable’ plan for huge toll bridge price hike
BOTH of Warrington’s MPs are united in their opposition to plans for a huge hike in the price to cross a bridge in the town. Andy Carter and Charlotte Nichols both spoke during a public inquiry to highlight their discontent over proposals to raise
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Late fightback rescues a point for Warrington Rylands
TRAILING 2-0 with just five minutes on the clock and heading for defeat, A-Jay Leitch-Smith and Sam Egerton struck to crown a stunning comeback as Warrington Rylands shared the points with FC United of Manchester. Against the run of play, the home
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Warrington Town slip to defeat at home as early goal proves critical
MARK Beesley says Warrington Town’s first-half performance during their home defeat to Marske United on Saturday afternoon was among the worst in his time at the club. Andrew May headed home a sixth-minute opener for the visitors, who arrived having
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A heartbreaking end to Williams and England's World Cup
ENGLAND’S hopes of lifting the Rugby League World Cup came to a heartbreaking end this afternoon. Stephen Crichton’s golden-point drop goal sealed a 27-26 victory for Samoa at the Emirates Stadium, denying Shaun Wane’s side a spot in next week’
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Council downplays economic crisis facing schools across Warrington
WARRINGTON Borough Council has called the proposed increase for pupil funding in schools 'inadequate.' The funding increase proposed is two per cent - which in real terms, is a funding cut, given inflationary pressures and high costs. It was
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'It is a precious and emotional song' - Sam Lyon releases new single
AN accomplished musician has released a new single offering comfort to anyone feeling down. Acoustic singer-songwriter Sam Lyon’s new song ‘The Calm Within The Storm’ has already struck a chord with loyal fans. “The song was written about a
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How American soldiers made homemade gifts for Warrington children
A CHRISTMAS with no toys is a terrible thought for any child. But that was the reality for some children in Warrington in December 1944 – although they did have a Christmas party planned by the American Red Cross Club to look forward to. La
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Councils lose legal fight to stop hotels from housing asylum seekers
TWO councils in similar situations to Warrington have lost bids for High Court injunctions to prevent hotels from housing asylum seekers. East Riding of Yorkshire Council asked the High Court to continue an interim injunction preventing migrants
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I'm A Celeb's Boy George is godfather to very famous TV star
ITV I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! star Boy George is godfather to a very famous reality TV star. It has been revealed the Karma Chameleon singer is godfather to Big Brother legend Aisleyne Horgan Wallace. Aisleyne’s best friend Nicola
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Hundreds of thousands struggle to secure tickets to Peter Kay’s comeback tour
PETER Kay fans faced huge online queues as they attempted to secure tickets for his first tour in 12 years. Many reported seeing messages on the Ticketmaster website telling them there were more than 200,000 people ahead of them in the virtual
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The road closures you need to know ahead of Remembrance Sunday ceremony
THERE are a number of road closures you need to be aware of ahead of tomorrow’s Remembrance Sunday ceremony. The annual event honouring those who have fallen in war takes place at the cenotaph at Bridgefoot tomorrow, Sunday. Mayor of Warrington
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Warrington Wolves World Cup heroes – Des Drummond
DES Drummond’s stunning form with his new club Warrington, after his 10 seasons with Leigh, was rewarded with a World Cup appearance for Great Britain in the 1985 to 1988 event. He was on the wing as the Lions destroyed Papua New Guinea 42-0 at
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Lovingly restored home with period features and garden surprise up for sale
THIS lovingly restored home in leafy Stockton Heath could be yours after being put on the market. Estate agents say buyers will love the level of consideration that went into refurbing the four-bedroom house on Marlborough Crescent.
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Police patrol shops after reports of ASB making workers’ lives a ‘nightmare’
POLICE officers have been out on patrol in response to a series of anti-social behaviour at shops in Woolston. It comes after the Warrington Guardian reported that yobbish activity by youths is making the lives of workers at Dam Lane shops a ‘nightmare
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Suspect in domestic incident gave false name to police and was found with knife
A MAN was arrested by police after reportedly being found in possession of a knife yesterday evening, Friday. Cheshire Police says it was called to Chapelford after receiving reports of a domestic incident. The suspect is said to have fled
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Plans approved for former bank branch which closed and is now up for sale
PROPOSALS submitted to make alterations to a bank which closed in recent months have been approved. The application relates to the former NatWest bank branch building on London Road in Stockton Heath. The bank closed its doors to customers
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Warrington libraries open their doors offering a 'warm safe place' this winter
MANY people will feel the full impact of the cost-of-living crisis this winter with several already having to choose between having a hot meal or heating their homes. To help those in need this year, libraries ran by LiveWire in Warrington are
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Suspect who ‘ran over officer’ stopped by police after 100-mile M6 police chase
A SUSPECT has been arrested after reportedly ‘running over a police officer’ and leading police on a 100-mile pursuit this morning, Saturday. The incident is alleged to have occurred in the Blackpool area, with police chasing a car for more than
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Home Office showed no compassion for Fir Grove asylum seekers
Steven Broomhead is chief executive of Warrington Borough Council and writes a regular column for the Guardian I often find myself devising and delivering solutions to issues created by other organisation’s difficulties and have to ‘suck it up’
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Aldi, Lidl, Waitrose and Iceland price hike warning on Christmas dinner favourite
Shoppers are being warned to prepare to pay much more for frozen turkeys this Christmas. New research, analysed by The Grocer, has revealed the cost of frozen turkeys has skyrocketed, even at some of the cheaper supermarkets. The research found
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Major gas works to take place on Warrington road for two weeks
GAS mains works will take place in Lower Walton later this month. For two weeks from Monday, November 28, Silverdale Road will be closed from its junction with Gainsborough Road to its junction with Elgin Avenue. Access will be under the control
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Homemade candle business has the sweet smell of success
WHEN Jason Mitchell started making candles three years ago, he was looking for a way to relax and boost his mental health. He was working hard as a mental health nurse at Hollins Park in Winwick and struggling with a relationship. He invested
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Plans to refurbish disused 100-year-old building in town centre revealed
THE newest plans for a retail development in the heart of Warrington have been submitted to the local planning authority. Initially reported in the summer as being planned for an autumn opening, the retail development - 'The Hive' - has now submitted
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Take a look inside the new Warrington takeaway offering delicious Japanese food
A UNIQUE takeaway serving delicious Japanese food has arrived in Warrington. Zumuku Sushi has opened on Warrington Road in the spot of a former Japanese takeaway. Owners John Yap and Kathleen Busby said that when they saw the Penketh site
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Demolition of former car garage begins to make way for new supermarket
WORK has started to demolish a former car garage to make way for a new supermarket. Demolition crews have moved onto the vacant Arnold Clark dealership on Europa Boulevard in Gemini. The business announced its intention to vacate its old site
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How Matty Ashton feels about potential edge partnership with Stefan Ratchford
MATTY Ashton is hopeful a potential edge partnership with Stefan Ratchford in the Warrington Wolves side can be a fruitful one. The versatile veteran will wear squad number four in 2023, indicating head coach Daryl Powell may see him more as a
