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Hub model could ‘produce a cost avoidance into the millions’
A COMPLEX needs hub model could ‘produce a cost avoidance into the millions’, according to a report. At its meeting on Monday, the council’s cabinet is recommended to approve the implementation of the complex needs hub model. A report to cabinet
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Key update on ‘best value’ inspection into council
A ‘BEST value’ inspection into Warrington Borough Council is set to conclude later than initially planned due to the General Election. As reported last month, the Government has ordered a ‘best value’ inspection into the council amid its huge level
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Award-winning salon staged hair and beauty event showing styles 'through the eras'
A WARRINGTON salon owner staged a hair and beauty event which saw models take on different styles through a range of iconic eras. Some things are timeless, but one thing that does change from decade to decade is hair styles and make-up trends.
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Warrington specialist college 'requires improvements' following graded inspection
A SPECIALIST college in Warrington has been graded as ‘requires improvement’ by education watchdogs. Willow Green CIO, originally based at Green Lane Community Special School, was given the low grading by Ofsted after an inspection in April.
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Sam Burgess' heartwarming words about Rob Burrow as Wembley tributes are confirmed
“HE had the heart of a lion while playing, and the heart of a thousand lions when facing motor neurone disease.” They were just some of Sam Burgess’ heart-warming and emotional words in paying tribute to his former Great Britain and England teammate
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Pair arrested near prison as drug packages found by clever police dogs
TWO suspects have been arrested over the supply of drugs and throwing illicit substances into a Warrington prison. The arrests were made last week near to HM Prison Risley after suspicious activity was reported. Police dogs were sent to the
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Legendary TV star pays visit to thriving business in village in Warrington
A LEGENDARY TV star paid a ‘Royle visit’ to a village in Warrington this weekend. Sue Johnston OBE, who was born in Padgate and is best known for starring in Brookside, Waking The Dead and The Royle Family, attended an event to celebrate a business
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Everything you need to know ahead of Warrington Pride this weekend
IT’S officially Pride Month, and the celebration will be once again returning to the streets of Warrington this weekend. On Saturday, the annual Warrington Pride celebration will celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, acceptance, diversity and inclusion
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Nissan Micra with L Plates crashes into lamppost on Morrisons supermarket car park
A CAR with L Plates crashed into a lamppost on Morrisons supermarket car park in Stockton Heath. Police were called to reports of a collision involving a Nissan Micra on the car park in Greenalls Avenue at around 9.30am on Saturday. The bumper
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Burgess confirms early Wembley team news with Wire close to full-strength
SAM Burgess insists he does not yet know the team he will select for Saturday’s Challenge Cup Final. However, he did affirm that everybody other than those with pre-existing injuries remains available for the clash with Wigan Warriors at Wembley
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Talented 11-year-old dancer to perform with the English Youth Ballet
A TALENTED young dancer is living his dream as he has been invited to perform with the English Youth Ballet for the second time. George Alderson, aged 11 and from Newton-Le-Willows, first started to be interested in dancing after he would dance
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Caravans spotted on sites in town as two unauthorised encampments reported
TWO unauthorised traveller encampments have been reported in Warrington. Four caravans and associated towing vehicles were spotted at Randox Health Labs on Saturday. This is according to an unauthorised encampment log for Cheshire and Warrington
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Man arrested after large police presence descends on street and closes road
A MAN has been arrested after a large police presence descended on a street. Around half a dozen police cars were spotted on Dial Street in Warrington town centre this afternoon, Monday. Cheshire Police has confirmed that officers were in attendance
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DISCIPLINARY: The verdicts are in as Wigan pair are banned for cup final
WARRINGTON Wolves' Challenge Cup Final opponents Wigan Warriors have been beset by suspension issues ahead of Saturday's clash at Wembley. As things stand, Wigan will have to plan without both Adam Keighran and Tyler Dupree after both were hit
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Pub releases CCTV as ‘rude’ visitors reportedly ‘order food but leave without paying’
A PUB has issued a CCTV appeal after a reported incident over the weekend. The Cheshire Cheese has posted stills on its social media page which it says were captured from CCTV cameras inside the pub on Saturday afternoon. Owners say a group
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Couple to drive to Leeds to lay Wire fans’ flowers in tribute to Rob Burrow
A COUPLE from Latchford will be collecting flowers to take with them to pay tribute to Rob Burrow tonight, Monday. Roxy and Rob Jones, who are Warrington Wolves fans, will be stood outside the Halliwell Jones Stadium between 4pm and 5.30pm.
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Watch as bird that went extinct in the UK 600 years ago spotted flying over Cheshire
A BIRD that went extinct in the UK hundreds of years ago has been spotted in the Cheshire skies. Cheshire Wildlife Trust has shared their excitement after a white stork was seen flying over the county. Darren Banks, the trust’s land management
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Universal Credit £470 increase for many claimants this month
Thousands of Universal Credit claimants are set to see their payments increase this month. Millions of benefit recipients, including a number on Universal Credit, saw their payments increase by 6.7 per cent in April. The increase was announced
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A major change to banknotes is being introduced this week
Brits have been told to keep an eye out for a major change to the banknotes they receive from this week. Notes carrying the portrait of King Charles III will be issued for the first time on June 5, the Bank of England confirmed. The portrait
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Traditional pub closed until next week as work begins on exciting refurbishment
A TRADITIONAL pub has closed its main building due to the start of refurbishment work. Improvements are currently underway at Red Lion in Stockton Heath, with the pub being closed until next week. However, the barn bar and beer garden are still
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Queuing traffic reported as emergency services close road after two-vehicle crash
QUEUING traffic has been reported following a crash this morning, Monday. Emergency services closed Greystone Road in Penketh following an accident at around 8.35am, at the junction with Honiton Way. One fire engine from Penketh Fire Station
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Padgate Walking Day confirmed to go ahead - here is what we know
PADGATE Walking Day will be going ahead after a U-turn on a decision to cancel it. Cllr Sue Emery, who has spearheaded the campaign to change the decision, has confirmed that the historic event will go ahead as planned on June 22. This follows
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The man leading Wire back to Wembley - and why he says they're just getting started
SAM Burgess’ time at Warrington Wolves will ultimately be judged by what happens on the field. But it is about so much more than that. “A good team that needed a bit of direction” was how he described the squad he inherited, many of whom were
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How the coming days look for Warrington Wolves as 'Wembley Week' arrives
FINALLY, Warrington Wolves can officially turn their attention to Wembley and the Challenge Cup Final. Anyone who has experienced the lead-up to such a game will tell you it is a week like no other and now, the Wire squad are ready to attack it
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New plans to convert former beauty salon decided on
NEW plans to convert a former beauty salon have been granted approval. Previous proposals for the change of use of Ambiance Tanning Beauty and Hair Salon on Market Street, Earlestown, to a ground floor HMO were refused in 2023. Planning officers
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Permission sought for signage as new bar and grill to open in Slug and Lettuce
DESIGNS have been unveiled for a new bar set to open in a former Slug and Lettuce venue. Plans have now been submitted to Warrington Borough Council’s planning department seeking advertisement consent for the premises in Stockton Heath. The
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Family of three-year-old girl with extremely rare brain condition to hold fundraiser
THE family of a three-year-old girl with a rare brain condition is to hold events to help the hospice which has provided much-needed support to her. Evie Withington, from Great Sankey, has been diagnosed with AARS1, which mum Claire said prevents
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Three suspects named after being charged with conspiracy to steal vehicles
THREE suspects have been named by the courts after being charged with conspiring to steal vehicles. It is alleged that the trio were involved in a plot to steal seven cars across Warrington and Ellesmere Port over a period of three months.
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Everything you need to know ahead of Tour of Britain cycling into town
THE Tour of Britain will take place in Warrington this weekend for a day full of fast paced cycling action. Some of the best women cyclists in the world will compete in the third stage of the event in Warrington on Saturday, June 8. So, here