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Plans for 550 homes and hotel recommended for approval
PROPOSALS for 550 homes and a 160-bed hotel in the town centre are being recommended for approval. Demetrius Limited’s planning application for land bounded by Tanners Lane and Winwick Street will come before the development management committee
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Plans to replace ‘rotten’ down-pipe at Town Hall
COUNCILLORS are set to make a decision on plans to replace a ‘rotten’ down-pipe at the Town Hall. The council’s application for the west annexe of the listed site will come before the development management committee at its meeting on Thursday.
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Warrington's much-loved Chinese restaurant celebrates 10 years of tasty success
WARRINGTON’S award-winning Chinese restaurant has reached a milestone of 10 years since it first opened its doors in the Cultural Quarter. The eatery’s owner is hoping to see all its regular faces come in throughout the month to eat some of their
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Padgate play café celebrating 1 year anniversary described as 'life-line' to mums
AFTER realising she could no longer face motherhood alone, Grace Dudley decided to open a play café in the hope it would bring mums in the community together. Fast forward a year – it is thriving. Mini Mania Play Café, based in Padgate, first
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WATCH: Fly-tippers caught on camera dumping mattress
TWO culprits have been caught on CCTV fly-tipping at a property in Orford this week. Shocking footage from a security camera shows the individuals carrying a mattress and dumping it into a property on Kirkstone Avenue at approximately 8pm on Monday
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The impressive gesture from Wire players and staff to their young fans
PLAYERS, coaches and staff at Warrington Wolves will be donating junior memberships to young fans in the town. More than 250 “Wolf Pack” memberships have been pledged by the club so far, with first-team squad members all contributing. When
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Dates announced for Santa's sleigh visiting Culcheth this year
THE dates that Santa's sleigh will be visiting Culcheth in the run-up to Christmas have been announced. In a festive tradition, Santa's sleigh will be visiting different locations throughout Warrington in the lead-up to the big day. A
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Take a look at this Stockton Heath business' show-stopping festive display
A STOCKTON Heath business has been transformed into a winter wonderland. Cowdel Clarke Estate and Letting Agents' window has been decorated with a beautiful Christmas-themed display. Featuring local businesses, the artwork is bringing festivity
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Police launch murder investigation after Latchford man found dead in Dubai
A MURDER investigation is under way after a Warrington man was found dead in a luxury apartment in Dubai. The body of Jerrerd Steven David Winstanley was found at an apartment in the Damac Hills area of the United Arab Emirates city on Thursday
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The first images of Josh Drinkwater in his new colours
WARRINGTON Wolves’ new half-back has reported for duty. Josh Drinkwater – signed from Catalans Dragons on a two-year deal – has joined his new teammates for training ahead of the 2023 campaign. And the club have released the first images of
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Birchwood Park Christmas market returns this year with a new date
BIRCHWOOD Park's Christmas market is returning this year, with a date announced for the festive event. The business park will be hosting a festive market next week, which will see stalls hosted by a number of companies and vendors. Included
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Christmas choir returns to Parr Hall after two years away
A CHRISTMAS choir is returning to Warrington's Parr Hall this year, after a two-year absence. Gemini Musical Theatre Company is helping everyone to get into the festive spirit with their Christmas carol concert. The concert will take place
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Everything you need to know for Peter Kay's shows at AO Arena Manchester this weekend
Peter Kay is heading to Manchester’s AO Arena for two shows this weekend as part of his first tour in 12 years. The comedian announced his comeback tour and with many shows sold out across the UK, additional dates have been added meaning the tour
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Young girl's handwritten heartfelt letter to The King receives a warm response
A YOUNG admirer of the Royal Family who sent two heartfelt letters addressed to the King and Prince and Princess of Wales was ‘thrilled’ to receive two responses. Elsie Hattee, aged seven and from Fearnhead, was moved by the death of Her Majesty
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Chester Zoo plans to bring in rare snow leopards
A PAIR of rare snow leopards could be about to make the move to Chester Zoo after a planning application was submitted for a new habitat. It would mark the first time in its 91-year-history the zoo has been home to the animals, which are usually
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Martin Lewis issues urgent advice to households earning less than £40,000
Martin Lewis has called for households earning under £40,000 to act now and avoid missing out on money owed to them. The MoneySavingExpert warned a lot of people were missing out on extra cash through Universal Credit because they did not know
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Sir Elton John to headline Glastonbury 2023 for his final UK show
Pop icon Sir Elton John has been announced as the first headline act for Glastonbury Festival next summer. The show will mark the Rocket Man's last ever UK date for his farewell tour, Farewell Yellow Brick Road. Sir Elton John will close the
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Villagers warned to keep cars and sheds locked after suspicious activity reports
RESIDENTS in two Warrington villages have been warned by police following suspicious activity last night, Thursday. Cheshire Police says it has received reports of a suspect trying door handles of vehicles in Burtonwood, as well as of shed break-ins
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One last cast, he said, and look what he caught...
JAMES Shimmon had a good day’s sport on The Mount at Buckley and was more than happy at this time of the year with his catch of six carp. Four of them were in single figures weight-wise, along with a 13lb common and a 12lb mirror on his last cast
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A sight all Warrington Wolves fans will be delighted to see
THIS is something all Warrington Wolves fans will be no doubt delighted to see. After missing the second part of the 2022 season with an ACL injury, prop Joe Philbin has taken a significant step in his rehab. Pictures and video posted on The
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Police say weapons in town centre ‘will not be tolerated’ after youths arrested
POLICE say they will not tolerate people possessing weapons in Warrington town centre. It comes after two youths were arrested last night after being caught with blades by officers. More Cheshire Police officers are being deployed to the town
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What's being said about Hannah as she climbs cyclocross ladder
A TEENAGER is gearing up to challenge for top spot in the sport of cyclocross. Priestley College student Hannah McClorey is currently sixth in the national series rankings, but is aiming higher. “I love competing and just want to keep improving
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We spent a morning with the charity bringing Christmas to children with disabilities
CHILDREN'S Adventure Farm Trust (CAFT) is a charity in Warrington that promotes the experiences of children with disabilities. Established in 1992, CAFT is located just outside of Lymm, on Reddy Lane, and I went down to the farm to see the work
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Welcome to the world - babies born in Warrington this November
IT is time to welcome the latest gorgeous bunch of newborns calling Warrington their first home. Every month we will be appealing for your pictures of your new babies for a special supplement at the start of next year. If you're due to give
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Warrington's top places to enjoy breakfast on English Breakfast Day
WHO doesn't love a full English? Bacon, sausage, eggs, hash browns, beans and toast. Do you add tomatoes? Or mushrooms? Today is English Breakfast Day - a day dedicated to showcasing the country's long-standing tradition of starting your
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Woman who refused to provide sample for police is banned from the roads
A WOMAN who ‘deliberately refused’ to provide a sample for police when asked has been given a suspended jail sentence. The court heard that Siobhan Speak was displaying a ‘high level of impairment’ after getting behind the wheel. The 33-year-old
