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Poll started by resident for and against Walking Day attracts thousands of votes
A POLL asking residents if they would like to see Padgate Walking Day go ahead has attracted thousands of votes. Resident and supervisor at The Dog & Partridge pub in Paddington, Nathan Hepper, has started a Facebook poll with the hope of convincing
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Inspirational disability darts player from Birchwood ranks among best in the world
AN inspirational disability darts player from Birchwood is now ranked eighth in the world and second in the UK after his life was saved nearly 20 years ago. Michael Austin, 51, started playing darts when he was 12 years old after his dad brought
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Pretty Muddy event at Victoria Park could be cancelled due to lack of volunteers
A MAJOR charity event in Warrington could be axed if more volunteers do not come forward. Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life and Pretty Muddy events this June are in desperate need of more helpers and the charity is urging more people to volunteer
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Plans for replacement fencing at primary school approved
PLANS for replacement fencing at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School have been approved An application proposing the replacement fencing to the school boundary – with 2.4m high security fencing and gates 'in order to improve safe guarding' – came
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Labour Warrington South candidate launches campaign
LABOUR’S parliamentary candidate for Warrington South in the general election has launched her campaign. Speaking outside the Mulberry Tree in Stockton Heath, Sarah Hall kicked off her campaign to become the next MP for Warrington South. She
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How you can win free tickets to upcoming events, including festivals, in Warrington
YOU could win free tickets to one of the many events taking place at Walton Hall and Gardens this summer. It comes as the Warrington Guardian has teamed up with Walton Hall and Gardens and its festival partners at Daresbury Festival to offer the
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Man arrested following reports of concerns for safety of person
A MAN has been arrested following reports of concerns for the safety of a person in Warrington. At around 8.05pm last night, Monday, officers were called to an incident on Lovely Lane. This was concerning reports for the safety of a man.
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The three Warrington pubs where you can get a FREE pint tomorrow – here’s how
FOOTBALL fans can bag themselves a free drink at three Warrington pubs tomorrow, Wednesday. But only if they can prove their footballing knowledge ahead of a big summer of sport which includes the Euros. The offer comes as a nationwide survey
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Crowds of people spotted outside new bar that has opened in Warrington
CROWDS of people could be spotted outside of a new bar that opened in the town centre last weekend. Cameron Brown's aim was to create a bar which offers a safe space for people to be themselves and enjoy a nice drink. The Padgate resident has
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Warrington Music Festival has another successful year as hundreds attend
WARRINGTON Music Festival made its grand return last weekend – bigger and better than before. The ticketless, open-air event took place on Saturday, May 25 and filled the centre of Warrington with music for the entire day. The festival, which
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Friday night rugby league at Woolston Rovers as high-fliers arrive
THERE will be Friday night rugby league action at Monk Sports Club as Woolston Rovers try to get back to winning ways. The Green and Golds welcome Ince Rose Bridge in their return to action following a fortnight off, with the game being moved from
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All about the new rule set to be rolled out at Warrington Hospital
A NEW rule is set to be rolled out at Warrington Hospital. Today, Tuesday, the NHS has announced the 143 sites that will test and roll out Martha’s Rule in the first year. The initial target was to enrol at least 100 sites, but due to significant
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The M56 closures you need to know ahead of resurfacing over coming weeks
MOTORISTS are being warned of disruption from a project to resurface one of the busiest sections of the M56. National Highways is resurfacing sections of worn carriageway around Manchester Airport next month. This will be on both the eastbound
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Suspect named by courts after being charged with burgling pub with intent to steal
A SUSPECT has been named by courts after being charged with burgling a pub. It follows an incident on March 21 at The Poplars pub in Orford. Cheshire Police attended the premises after receiving reports of a burglary. A suspect is now due
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Warrington team help to raise £7,000 after completing over 5 million steps in a month
COLLEAGUES from Warrington have helped to raise more than £7,000 after completing five-and-a-half million steps in a month. The team at Miller Homes, which is headquartered at Birchwood Park, have raised the funds for Alder Hey Children’s Hospital
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Warrington Guardian readers can subscribe for just £4 for 4 months in this flash sale
Readers who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £4 for 4 months or over 40% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read our news site online, as subscribers
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Warrington racer wins on first outing since suffering a heart attack
WINNING both races at a meet is a big enough achievement for Warrington’s Stuart Tranter without any added context. When you consider they were his first outings since suffering a heart attack, however, it makes his achievement even more remarkable
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Inmate arrested by police in Lancashire after absconding from Warrington prison
AN inmate of a Warrington prison has been arrested by police after absconding. It comes following a six-day manhunt by officers, with a public appeal for information launched. Cheshire Police issued an appeal for information from members of
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The family team that represented Warrington Athletics Club on Friday
THE Gregory family was out in force to represent Warrington Athletics Club on Friday – and they even had a race between themselves! Parents Mark and Anne were joined by kids Cara, Rory, Siobhan, Sinead and Orla at Helsby Running Club’s track night
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Emergency services assist 4 casualties after crash on Manchester Road
EMERGENCY services assisted four casualties after a road traffic collision on Manchester Road in Woolston. The crash, which involved two vehicles, was attended by firefighters at 7.55pm yesterday, Monday. Two fire engines were called to the
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UK households can claim £170 refund on TV licence fee - are you eligible?
UK households could be eligible for a £169.50 refund on their TV licence costs. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence in order to watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. However, you could
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Residents in this area of Warrington win £1,000 if signed up to Postcode Lottery
SURELY there’s no better way to brighten a gloomy Tuesday than with a lottery win. Old Hall residents have received some good news this morning. Those living in the WA5 1QT area have all won £1,000 if they were signed up to the Postcode Lottery
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Send us your photos of babies born in Warrington in May 2024
DID you welcome a new bundle of joy this month? If you live in Warrington and celebrated a new baby boy or girl during this month, we would love to see your pictures. Pictures will be used in a special 'Born in Warrington: May 2024' online
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VOTE: How would you solve the strange selection dilemma facing Burgess and Peet?
SAM Burgess and his Wigan Warriors counterpart Matt Peet face a strange and awkward selection scenario this weekend. Warrington Wolves welcome their neighbours to The Halliwell Jones Stadium on Saturday for the first Super League meeting between
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Police name woman charged with leaving restaurant in Warrington without paying
A WOMAN has appeared before the courts after leaving a restaurant in Stockton Heath without paying. Joann O’Neill was initially arrested on suspicion of breach of the peace following an incident at an eaterie on London Road in Stockton Heath.
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Man with ‘overwhelming need for rehabilitation' given suspended sentence
A MAN with an ‘overwhelming need’ for rehabilitation has been given a suspended sentence after threatening his dad with a knife and demanding money for alcohol. On January 11, Lloyd Broadhurst, of Beckett Drive, Winwick, was arrested after his
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Teenager found with nearly £4k in class A drugs given ‘one chance’ by judge
A TEENAGER found with nearly £4,000 worth of class A drugs in Latchford has been given his ‘one and only chance’ by a judge. Khiarn Chandler, of Lawnhurst Avenue in Manchester, was sentenced in Liverpool Crown Court on Friday. The 18-year-old