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Matt Hancock broke government rules to be on I'm A Celeb, Parliament watchdog says
Matt Hancock has broken Government rules as he didn’t consult Parliament’s anti-corruption watchdog before making an appearance on ITV’s I’m A Celebrity, the body’s chairman has ruled. Lord Pickles, the Tory chair of the Advisory Committee on Business
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Person hit by train near Warrington Central
A PERSON has been hit by a train near Warrington Central. The incident happened this evening, Tuesday. East Midlands Railway revealed the sad news on Twitter. It is believed the person was hit between Warrington Central and Liverpool.
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Volunteers hope to 'make Howley bloom' by planting thousands of daffodils
VOLUNTEERS from Warrington’s litter networks hope to make Howley a vision of colour for next spring by planting more than 4000 daffodils this November. Plans to ‘make Howley bloom’ have been supported by Warrington Borough Council, who encouraged
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Star Wars actor to open new collectible store in Golden Square this weekend
A STAR Wars actor will be coming to the Golden Square to open its latest collectibles store. Funky Figures will be opening in Warrington's shopping centre this weekend. Having already opened stores in Bury and Wigan, the pop culture store is
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Warrington's Kym Marsh pulls out of Saturday's Strictly Come Dancing performance
Kym Marsh has pulled out of this weekend’s Strictly show after testing positive for Covid-19, the programme has announced. The former Hear’Say singer, who lives in Penketh, performed a paso doble to We Found Love by Rihanna featuring Calvin Harris
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Future site of new supermarket looks unrecognisable as work continues
A PLOT of land earmarked for a new supermarket looks unrecognisable as work to prepare it continues. Demolition crews moved onto the site on Europa Boulevard in Gemini over recent weeks to knock down the former Arnold Clark dealership. The
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Newest investment into Birchwood's Trident Park amid controversy
THE newest investment into Birchwood's Trident Business Park has been unveiled amid tension between developers and residents. A business has procured a two-storey office block on the premises, as part of the rejuvenation of its North West offices
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Plans to redevelop site following demolition submitted
PLANS to demolish a property in Lymm to pave the way for redevelopment have been submitted. The status of the application for Ravenbank House, on Pepper Street, is listed as ‘pending consideration’. A design, access and planning statement has
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Proposed bypass scheme ‘is still alive’
THE proposed Western Link bypass scheme ‘is still alive’ despite a funding shortfall. Costs to deliver the project have increased significantly, with question marks over how they will be met. The route is planned to connect the A56 Chester
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Air ambulance called and boy, 12, taken to hospital after crash with car
AN air ambulance was dispatched to Warrington following a crash involving a boy on a bike and a car yesterday, Monday. The helicopter, along with a response vehicle, ambulance and police, attended Liverpool Road in Great Sankey at around 9am.
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Town centre doughnut store set for exciting new move into Golden Square
A DOUGHNUT store in the Old Fish Market is set for an exciting move to new premises this week. Planet Doughnut will be moving from its current site into new premises at the entrance to the mall. The new store will be shared with an Asian restaurant
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Millions of people to receive £324 payment from tomorrow
Over a million families on tax credits can expect to receive their second cost of living payment tomorrow (Wednesday, November 23). The payment of £324 will be paid automatically into bank accounts for those that are eligible and could be paid
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Police to crackdown on domestic abuse in Warrington during the World Cup
CHESHIRE Police have announced a crackdown on domestic abuse during the World Cup. Domestic abuse reports often spike during football tournaments, and Cheshire Police is gearing up to ensure abusers are brought to justice. Officers will also
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Everything you need to know about Warrington Winter Wonderland
CHRISTMAS has come early, as Warrington will be taken over by a winter wonderland this weekend. On the 26th and 27th of November, Warrington town centre will have a full set of activities, ranging from funfairs to Christmas carols and even an appearance
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Let your child's imagination run free this December
ARE you ready to let your child’s imagination run free? Dreamland Imaginarium is coming to Manchester next month with a multisensory and interactive world bursting with giant inflatables, textures, sights and sounds. The fun-filled experience
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Guiseley supporter at Saturday's Warrington Town match is BANNED - here's why
THE Guiseley AFC supporter who entered the pitch and swapped Warrington Town FC goalkeeper Tony Thompson's drink bottle during Saturday's FA Trophy clash has been issued with a ban. During a break in play in the second half, Yellows summer signing
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Turkey hanging kebabs and pigs in blankets burgers – popular eatery’s new menu
AN award-winning bar and restaurant in Warrington town centre has unveiled its new winter food menu. The Botanist is treating customers to sharing boards, oozy cheese fondue and Instagrammable twists on Christmas classics. Expertly crafted
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Lymm Café receive generous donation from McGoff construction workers
A CAFÉ in Lymm were left feeling very ‘grateful’ after construction workers from the McGoff Group surprised them with a delivery of a handmade life-like ‘mud kitchen’ for children within the community to enjoy. The sturdy and weatherproof kitchen
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Flood alerts removed after residents warned flooding was possible
FLOOD alerts issued covering large areas of Warrington have now been removed. The cautions urged residents to be prepared for the possibility of localised flooding over the course of today, Tuesday. The first flood alert was for the Sankey
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Inconsiderate parking could cost a life as experts warn to park safely
Emergency services have warned that parking dangerously or inconsiderately could kill or cost a life. The services are trying to make people aware of the importance of safe driving and road use as the weather changes and driving conditions worsen
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Police warning to residents using traffic cones to prevent parking outside homes
RESIDENTS who place traffic cones outside their home to prevent people from parking there have been warned by police. It comes after officers received reports of cones being used on streets in Stockton Heath by households to reserve parking.
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Birchwood ready for Christmas with packed calendar - and every event is free
CHRISTMAS is well and truly on the way to Warrington this year, and communities across the town are gearing up for the big day. Birchwood Shopping Centre has announced its calendar of activities for the festive season, and it is jam-packed and
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The £350k 'field to fork' restaurant opening on a farm in outskirts of Warrington
A NEW £350,000 restaurant serving food fresh ‘from the field to the fork’ has opened on the outskirts of Warrington. Farmer David Fryer and wife Becky have created a unique ‘true seasonal dining’ experience in the middle of one of their fields.
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Town centre bakery tempts tastebuds with new sandwich menu
WHITE Lace Bakery is the place to go for Warrington’s best desserts, after the town centre venue scooped one of our Best of 2022 awards. The busy shop is now serving something a bit more savoury for hungry customers to enjoy at lunchtime. With
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Wire players - weddings, babies, engagements, tearful reunions and holidays
WARRINGTON Wolves players have provided a snapshot into their lives between the season's end and returning to training. While much of the focus has been on the Rugby League World Cup, for those stars who were not involved it is wedding bells, engagements
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Successful start for vets sees new clinics opened as part of £1million investment
A SUCCESSFUL first 12 months for a veterinary group have seen it open two new clinics in the area as part of major £1million investment. North Star Vets, which launched Burford Lane Vets in Lymm a year ago, has now opened Westbrook Vets and Sandymoor
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Offender who carried out series of sexual assaults is spared immediate prison
AN offender who carried out a series of sexual assaults in the space of a day has been spared being sent to prison. Florin Niculcea admitted carrying out the shocking crime on three occasions the same day, as well as being in possession of drugs
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Pervert left young girls traumatised after exposing himself near children’s play area
A PERVERT has been locked up after performing a sex act on himself in plain sight of two young girls. Jamie Scott looked directly at the teenagers as he exposed his penis within close proximity of a children’s play area in broad daylight. The
