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Plans to resurface Warrington primary school car park submitted
PLANS to resurface an Appleton primary school’s car park and create new parking spaces have been submitted. An application proposing the resurfacing of the car park, creation of new parking spaces, creation of a new bin storage compound, installation
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MP thanks men’s mental health support group
WARRINGTON South MP Andy Carter has thanked a men’s mental health support group in the town. On a recent visit to the Golden Square in Warrington, Mr Carter met with volunteers from the Directions for Men team, a support group aimed at supporting
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Plans for new homeless flats in Bewsey approved by councillors
PROPOSALS to build new apartments to reduce the number of 18 to 25-year-olds at risk of homelessness or experiencing homelessness have been approved. An application proposing the construction of six new one-bed apartment units, as well as a one-bed
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Fast-growing Warrington coffee firm unveils its latest opening
A Warrington coffee shop chain has unveiled its newest venue. Independent coffee shop chain, The Coffee House, opened its doors to their latest store in Birkenhead’s, Pyramid Shopping Centre on Saturday (February 17). Founded in 2011 in Warrington
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Classic Ibiza fans choose favourite tracks for this summer's Balearic-infused concert
CLASSIC Ibiza fans can now choose their favourite house tunes to be performed at this summer’s live concert. The Balearic-infused celebration returns to Tatton Park on Saturday, June 29. The show’s 55,000 social media followers can now vote
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Laugh-a-minute show was best yet for Burtonwood group
‘Full Disclosure’… ‘The Addams Family’ is Burtonwood AMADS’ best musical outing yet. Starring Zack Smith and Bianca Tranter in the central roles of Gomez and Morticia Addams, this imaginative production was laugh-a-minute funny, with outstanding
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Prison making 'good progress' after damning report uncovered range of serious issues
RISLEY Prison has been praised by inspectors - nine months after a damning report unveiled serious concerns. Five areas were highlights as 'key concerns' at the report in April with 'decrepit showers', poor dental facilities, little support for
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Crowther among players banned as Match Review Panel confirms Round One charges
JORDY Crowther is set to miss Warrington Wolves' Round Two clash with Hull FC after being hit with a ban by the Match Review Panel. The Wire forward is one of several players suspended for incidents during Round One, which saw 13 cards dished out
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31-year-old arrested on suspicion of sexual assault on Warrington bus
A 31-YEAR-OLD man has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault after an incident on a Warrington bus. Cheshire Police have confirmed the arrest, as well as putting out an appeal for witnesses that may have information regarding the incident
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Rugby, dance, makers market at more at charity spectacular at Tetley Walkers
A FUN day in Orford to raise money for charity is back this year - with organisers promising it will be bigger and better than before. Tetley Walkers Charity Shield & Family Fun Day started last year and will return on Saturday, May 4 for the bank
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58-year-old man tragically found dead in Birchwood as police attend
A 58-YEAR-OLD man was tragically found dead on Thursday at an address in Birchwood. Cheshire Police have confirmed that the 58-year-old was found dead following welfare concerns for the man, with officers being called to the address. A local
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Twisted teaching assistant put hidden cameras in toilets and sexually abused boys
A TWISTED teaching assistant installed hidden cameras inside toilets, showers, and changing rooms and sexually abused pupils. One of Andrew Thompson's victims tried to escape the room while he was sexually abusing him, but the paedophile had locked
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Successful tournament staged at Warrington Youth Zone
CUPS and medals have been presented to the winners and runners-up of the Sunrise Badminton Network’s inaugural Warrington Challenge Junior Badminton Tournament held at the Youth Zone in Warrington. The players, mostly from Bridgewater High School
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Man taken to hospital after large police presence reported in Latchford
A LARGE emergency services presence was called to Latchford on Friday evening. Police and ambulance were seen at Brindley Avenue at 4.15pm. Officers say an 18-year-old man was taken to hospital, where he remains/ A spokesman added: "Shortly
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Lymm get important run off to a winning start against Otley
LYMM got their sequence of important matches against fellow teams in the bottom half of National League 2 North off to a winning start. They held off a second-half Otley rally to win 15-14 at Crouchley Lane on Saturday, climbing above Preston Grasshoppers
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Arrests made as caravan stolen in Cheshire found more than 200 miles away
A LUXURY caravan stolen in Cheshire was found more than 200 miles away. The vehicle was reported stolen from a farmyard on Saturday (February 3), but police received a tip-off a few days later that it had made its way to Dartford in Kent. The
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Online stalker from Cheshire is the focus of new Netflix documentary
A STALKER from Cheshire is the focus of a new Netflix documentary. In 2022, Matthew James Hardy was sentenced to nine years in prison for five counts of stalking, the longest custodial term in British history for online stalking. Now, that
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Thelwall volunteer steps down from much-loved miniature railway - aged 85
A VOLUNTEER who has been at driving at a much-loved miniature railway is hanging up his driver's hat - aged 85. The High Legh Miniature Railway, based at the High Legh Garden Centre is 15 years old this October. And Brian Johnson, from Thelwall
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Traffic survey in Sankey to take place again after school closure angers residents
A TRAFFIC survey on a busy estate will be repeated after it was carried out when the nearest high school was closed. The survey in Whittle Hall, which has long been demanded by residents concerned about the impact of extra housing and school traffic
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PICTURES: Wolves Reserves coach proud of commitment and connection in defence
WARRINGTON Wolves Reserves blew off the cobwebs with a fine 46-12 victory over Salford Red Devils Reserves in a pre-season friendly at Victoria Park Stadium on Saturday. Three players bagged two tries each – wingers Frank Sergent and Jake Thewlis
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If you have one of these medical conditions you may not need to pay council tax
In the UK thousands of people are paying council tax unaware that they could potentially avoid paying the national tax or receive a discount. It comes as many could be offered a discount if they have been diagnosed by a doctor as “severely mentally
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One person rescued from roof and three taken to hospital after arson attack on house
ONE person was rescued from the roof of a two-storey terraced house after an arson attack. Four casualties were treated at the scene by paramedics after a fire broke out in Wilderspool Causeway shortly after 6.30am this morning, Monday. Crews
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Wire, Catalans and Round Two opponents face nervous wait for Match Review Panel
WARRINGTON Wolves will be among a number of clubs facing a nervous wait for the findings of this week’s Match Review Panel. The disciplinary charges from Round One are set to be revealed this afternoon and after 13 cards were shown in the first
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Grandad Tommy recovered from bladder cancer
Tommy was diagnosed with bladder cancer just before his 60th birthday. Now, thanks to a Cancer Research UK trial, he’s enjoying playing football with his grandson. “It was March 2012 when I first noticed some blood in my pee. I decided to go to
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Priestley College: Building brighter futures together
PRIESTLEY College is working with local employers to build better futures for young people in the local area. Partnerships forged between the leading sixth form college and industry are creating opportunities not only for students, but for the
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Plans drawn up to convert terraced property into house of multiple occupation
PLANS have been drawn up to create another HMO in the town. An application has been submitted to Warrington Borough Council’s planning department for a section 192 certificate. This would allow the modification of 9 Marsh House Lane in Orford
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Inquest opens into death of woman in hospital 20 days after being rushed there
A WOMAN died in hospital 20 days after being rushed there, an inquest hearing has heard. Chi Yan Carol Cheng sadly died at Warrington Hospital, having been found requiring medical attention at home. An inquest into her death was formally opened
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Jury to examine death of ‘talented musician with zest for life’ in hospital
THE death of a ‘talented musician with zest for life’ after being admitted to hospital is set to be examined through an inquest. A coroner will resume the 10-day inquest into the death of Liam McGenity today, Monday, during which a jury will reach
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Mum who glassed stranger in face in Warrington pub walks free from court
A MUM who glassed a stranger in a pub in Warrington has walked free from court. Zoe Allen’s victim was left needing stitches after he was glassed in the face. Allen was told by the Judge that ‘people who glass people in pubs deserve to go to