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Birchwood Park launches free bus scheme for business park occupiers
A FREE bus scheme has been launched by Birchwood Park. Birchwood Park has launched the free bus scheme as part of its commitment to Net Zero, the park says. Available as a free bus travel ticket via the business park's 'Parklif'e app, the free
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Popular Indian restaurant Bombay 8 hit with two-out-of-five for hygiene
A POPULAR Indian restaurant and takeaway in Westbrook has been slapped with a poor food hygiene rating. Bombay 8, on Apollo Park in Westbrook, has been given a rating of two-out-of-five for food hygiene following an inspection. Inspections
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Tributes paid to loving grandad who died after being hit by multiple cars on A50
THE heartbroken family of a 'loving' who died after being hit by multiple cars on the A50 have paid tribute to him. Emergency services were called to the scene in High Legh at around 8.17pm on Monday, November 20 following the collision near the
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Your chance to own town centre nightclub as it is listed on the market
A FORMER nightclub in Warrington town centre has appeared on the property market. Bridge Street bar 53 Degrees North has sat empty for years, but it has now appeared as an online listing. The venue is listed with leisure property specialists
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VIDEO: Wire players working on their running...and their singing
PRE-SEASON can often be a dark and difficult place, but Sam Burgess is clearly trying to keep things as light-hearted as possible for his Warrington Wolves players. The latest pictures from the camp have shown the squad grinding through a hill
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Developer behind plush town centre hotel scoops hattrick of coveted awards
THE developer behind a plush hotel in Warrington town centre has received coveted awards for the scheme. Priestley Homes and Construction claimed the titles at the International Property Awards in London, which recognises the highest levels of
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Youths accused of Brianna Ghey murder had ‘preoccupation with death’, trial hears
TWO youths accused of murdering Brianna Ghey had a ‘preoccupation with violence, torture and death’, a jury was told. The trial of two 16-year-olds – referred to as girl X and boy Y – from Warrington and Leigh respectively, began at Manchester
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Take That credit Warrington Wolves owner for comeback reunion tour
WARRINGTON Wolves owner Simon Moran was the brains behind the Take That comeback tour in 2006 and current members Gary Barlow, Mark Owen and Howard Donald thanked him publicly in a BBC documentary on Saturday night. The Wolves boss is a hugely
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Emergency services called to main road in Warrington after crash blocks route
A MAIN road in Warrington has been closed this afternoon following a crash. The crash involved a DAF lorry and a Land Rover near to Owen’s Corner on the A49 in Stretton. Police were called to the incident at around 2.50pm and paramedics were
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An update on Warrington's bin strikes which may go on until Christmas Eve
WARRINGTON residents are facing another week of unemptied bins as strikes continue with talk of them going on till Christmas Eve. Refuse workers first walked out at the beginning of October in a row over pay and conditions. But now, as we approach
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Could England's series against Samoa be back on the table?
A SERIES against Samoa at the back end of next year could once again be on the cards for England. The prospect of the Samoans following fellow Pacific Islanders Tonga in heading to the northern hemisphere for a post-season tour looked to be dead
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Residents evacuated and five arrests after 'unknown substances' discovered
RESIDENTS have been evacuated after a number of unknown substances were discovered at a property in Knutsford. A 100-metre cordon has been set up around an address on Longridge. Five people have been arrested and a large number of ambulances
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Abandoned caravan left wrecked in Stretton after arson attack
A CARAVAN abandoned in Stretton has been burned down before it was planned to be removed by Warrington Borough Council. Pictures of the shocking burnt-out vehicle were posted by Hatton, Stretton, and Walton Police. Last week the abandoned caravan
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Happy Lancashire Day - but is Warrington in Lancashire or Cheshire
TODAY, November 27, marks Lancashire Day - a celebration of the historic county which can trace its origins back more than 800 years. Lancashire Day is the county day of historic Lancashire in England. The county traces its origins back more
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Cultivating young journalists: Enrol in Newsquest's Young Reporter short course
Schools are actively signing up their students for the Young Reporter Scheme short course, which is being launched now. Starting at the beginning of January, the four-month journalism programme is for students from school years 10 to 13. Similar
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LANCASHIRE DAY: Looking back at a famous Lancashire Cup triumph for Wire
THERE was lots to like about Warrington Wolves' Lancashire Cup Final win against Wigan back in 1980. Second-rower Tommy Martyn's incredible 62-metre try from the kick-off was a highlight, and probably the most memorable moment of the England international's
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Dad who killed 7 geese after ploughing his car into them walks free from court
A DAD who killed seven geese after ploughing his car into them has walked free from court. Abraham Andemariam didn’t stop after the distressing incident on Omega Boulevard and drove straight on to work. He left the greylag geese suffering on
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Warrington's first Hong Kong football team victorious on first match
WARRINGTON’S first Hong Kong football team gained a victory in their first ever match. Yellow Lion FC (YLFC) started originally in 2021 and is a ‘community orientated’ team with most of its core members having migrated from Hong Kong. The team
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Singer Becky Hill to perform at Delamere Forest this summer
THE latest big name announced to perform at Delamere Forest this summer is singer-songwriter Becky Hill. Forest Live, the summer concert series presented by Forestry England, has announced that she will be performing at Delamere Forest on Thursday
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See why Grace Dent has quit the I'm A Celebrity jungle as ITV releases statement
A spokesperson for I'm a Celebrity has revealed that restaurant critic Grace Dent has left the jungle on "medical grounds". The columnist and broadcaster joined the 2023 edition of the show alongside well-known faces like politician Nigel Farage
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RECAP: All that was said in court on day one of Brianna Ghey murder trial
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Early morning crash outside Warrington Hospital sees police and ambulance called
EMERGENCY services were called to Warrington Hospital this morning, following a crash. It happened outside Warrington Hospital, near to the Lovely Lane entrance around 8.30am this morning, Monday. Police say a car hit a parked vehicle.
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Luke Littler's World Championship opponent confirmed after latest major victory
THE rise of teenage darts sensation Luke Littler shows no sign of ending. In just a few weeks, the Padgate Academy pupil will step onto the biggest stage of his young career – and will do so having been crowned as the world’s best young player.
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Comic John Bishop to play two shows in one day at Parr Hall next year
STAND-UP star John Bishop will play two shows in one day at Parr Hall next year. After two years spent TV presenting, stage acting, podcast hosting, dog walking and decorating the spare room, the Runcorn-born funnyman will be performing a huge
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SQUAD DEPTH: How will the changing of the guard at 9 play out?
OUR next Squad Depth Analysis piece looks at Warrington Wolves’ options in the key position of hooker. In theory at least, having three senior options means the squad is greater in quantity, but at what cost? THE OPTIONS: This area is where
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Enjoy a magical Christmas at Cottons Hotel and Spa in Knutsford
Award-winning Cottons Hotel and Spa in Knutsford – part of Daniel Thwaites – has launched its selection of Christmas activities for 2023. Whether it’s a chance to get the family together, a festive catch up with friends, or a romantic winter getaway
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Convicted armed robber caught on the run in Holland is jailed again over drug supply
A CONVICTED armed robber who was caught by police in Amsterdam after going in the run is now back in prison. James Muldoon was one of Britain's most wanted criminals when he was arrested by Dutch police back in April 2010. He had been circulated
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Footage of ecstatic Wolves fan's victory dance used for major advertising campaign
THE victory dance of an excited Wolves fan from Padgate caught on camera has become a major advertising campaign on TikTok. Nathan Caley was captured on his family home’s Ring Doorbell footage doing a celebratory dance back in August after just
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Why we cannot name teenagers standing trial accused of murder of Brianna Ghey
TWO teenagers are due to stand trial today, Monday, accused of the murder of Brianna Ghey in Culcheth. On February 11, the 16-year-old schoolgirl was found on a path at Culcheth Linear Park having sustained multiple stab wounds, and she was sadly
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All you need to know as trial of youths accused of Brianna Ghey murder starts today
THE trial of two youths accused of the murder of Brianna Ghey is due to start today, Monday. The duo, both aged 16, each face a charge of murdering the Birchwood schoolgirl in Culcheth Linear Park in February. The trial will take place at Manchester
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Your chance to send a message of support to our veterans
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year”, so sings Andy Williams every year. But for an isolated veteran, this couldn’t be further from reality. For most of us the festive period is a time for friends, family, and jollity. Sounds idyllic, doesn
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Details revealed over new police station to replace 'not fit for purpose' building
MERSEYSIDE’S Police Commissioner has revealed some of the details about the upcoming new replacement police station to be built in Newton-le-Willows. The Commissioner and Chief Constable recently unveiled a refreshed 12-year plan to continue the