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What Sam Burgess has said about Wire's opening-day loss
THINGS to improve upon, but plenty to build on. That was Sam Burgess’ general verdict on his Warrington Wolves side’s display as they opened the new Super League campaign with defeat in Perpignan. Hosts Catalans Dragons ran out 16-10 winners
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WIRE SOCIAL: How fans have reacted to defeat in Perpignan
WARRINGTON Wolves fans have been reacting on social media after watching their team lose their first game of the 2024 season. The Wire were beaten in Perpignan by Catalans Dragons, who played the entire second half with 12 men following Michael
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Wire's Round One loss to 12-man Catalans as it happened
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Who deserves to be named Sportsperson or Sports Team of the Year?
TEENAGER Khovan Hussein has “overcome disabilities” and “worked hard” over the past 17 years. The 17-year-old beat off some tough competition from Bank Quay Bulls U14s and Alexandra Wilcock from AJ Stars to take home the Sportsperson of the Year
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Buckley-Ricketts at the double as Warrington Town wipe out Curzon Ashton
ISAAC Buckley-Ricketts netted twice as Warrington Town stretched their unbeaten run in National League North to six matches with a superb win at Curzon Ashton on Saturday And their fourth victory of that run allowed them to pass their pre-season
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Number of empty Warrington homes skyrocket as social housing lets hit decade low
THE number of empty homes in Warrington has skyrocketed, while the number of new social housing lets in the town is at a decade-long low. Action on Empty Homes has said the fact that, nationally, half a million properties are vacant or used as
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Why the Warrington Rylands match at FC United of Manchester was abandoned
WARRINGTON Rylands’ match at FC United of Manchester was abandoned on Saturday but manager Michael Clegg was upbeat afterwards. The Northern Premier League Premier Division affair was all square at 0-0 at the 61st minute mark when the referee decided
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Town centre building to be transformed into new studio apartments
A BUILDING in Warrington town centre could be transformed by new plans. Plans have been submitted to extend the block on Horrocks Lane near Time Square, which is currently home to four flats, into four new studio apartments. A double storey
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'Most attractive' home in heart of Warrington village is on the market for £1 million
‘A MOST attractive’ home in the heart of Stockton Heath is on the market for more than £1,000,000. The house is located on Grappenhall Road which is described as being characterised by a variety of ‘fine period’ properties ‘predominantly with origins
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Teenager to make Super League debut - confirmed Wire team for Round One
ARRON Lindop will make his Super League debut for Warrington Wolves this afternoon. The 17-year-old has been named to start on the wing for The Wire as they open their 2024 campaign against Catalans Dragons at the Stade Gilbert Brutus, taking the
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The 'magical' 1970s Warrington shop which is still missed today
DO you remember this Warrington town centre shop? Burgess' was based on Town Hill, off Horsemarket Street, was was much loved in the 1970s. It sold toys, hardware, china and homewares. It closed in the 1980s and was the building was later
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Qatar Airways offers tax-free salary for 'passionate' people keen to join cabin crew
AN award-winning class airline is offering ‘exciting opportunities’ to travel to 170 destinations across the world. Qatar Airways is looking for ‘passionate’ individuals to join their cabin crew. A tax-free salary and company provided accommodation
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Warrington college students hit the heights on Sicily volcano treks
PRIESTLEY students have enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime experience exploring volcanoes. The 38 learners, who all study geography, geology or environmental science at the Loushers Lane college, spent seven days in Sicily, which included visits to Mounts
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This DIY mistake could ruin your home as Brits issued warning by home experts
Homebase has warned Brits that making this DIY mistake could ruin their home. Mould in the home is a headache any time of the year but since it often occurs because of condensation, it can become a real problem in the Autumn and Winter months.
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Driving offences that could land you the most points on your licence revealed
The driving offences that could lead to the most penalty points on your licence have been revealed. More than 2.7 million drivers across England, Scotland and Wales currently have at least three points on their driving licences as a result of
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Kind-hearted Penketh business owners sponsor Guide Dog training puppy
A PENKETH couple are supporting a Guide Dog puppy through the extensive training programme. Paul and Andrea Clark run oven cleaning service Ovenu Warrington and are supporting yellow Golden Retriever/Labrador cross Ralph who replaces black Lab
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New training programme offered to prisoners at Thorn Cross to help with employment
A NEW training programme is being offered to inmates at an open prison in Warrington. It is designed specifically for those soon to be leaving prison and seeking employment. The programme, which is being delivered at HM Thorn Cross, will not
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Why Wire will be without Josh Thewlis for Round One clash
WARRINGTON Wolves will be without Josh Thewlis for today’s Round One clash with Catalans Dragons. The winger was named in The Wire’s 21-man travelling party for the Super League opener but when the squad flew out to France on Wednesday, he remained
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11 venues close to Warrington offering free entry and special offers next month
THE National Lottery is throwing open the doors offering free entry and special offers at dozens of venues across the north west including The Lymm Sanctuary Hub and Chester Zoo. Celebrating its 30th year, The National Lottery will once again be
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The Neapolitan pizzeria bringing a taste of Italy to Stockton Heath
AIMING to promote true Neapolitan pizza alongside classic Italian aperitivo, Rudy’s in Stockton Heath has the recipe for success. Three years ago, the popular pizzeria opened its doors in the centre of Stockton Heath using fresh ingredients to
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GAME DAY: Everything you need to know about Wire's 2024 season opener
TODAY'S the day... It has been 140 days since Warrington Wolves were last in competitive action but that wait ends in a few short hours as the Sam Burgess era begins. The modern-day rugby league legend takes charge of his first game as a top-flight
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What are the yellow boxes that have appeared across Warrington?
HAVE you noticed mysterious yellow boxes that have appeared on roadsides in Warrington? The boxes have spotted across various areas of the town, including on London Road in Appleton and Stockton Heath and on Wilderspool Causeway. They have
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Suspended sentence for woman who was racially abusive to doorman
A WOMAN has been spared detention after being racially abusive to a doorman. Angel Barnes also appeared before the courts for assaulting two people, with all offences occurring in Warrington. The 22-year-old was charged with racially aggravated
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Inquest opens into death of 35-year-old man at Warrington Hospital
AN inquest has been formally opened into the death of a 35-year-old man. Ian Hardy, from Runcorn, died after being rushed to Warrington Hospital on New Year’s Eve. His inquest was opened at Warrington Coroner’s Court on Wednesday and adjourned
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Warrington named one of the best places to live in the country
WARRINGTON has been named as one of the best places to live in the country. Property finder company Garrington has published its 2024 marketing report for England and Wales. The report ranks more than 1,400 towns, cities and villages on measures