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Can you be fined for parking in a parent and child space? The legal rules
Sometimes when we're in a rush or there are limited parking spaces, you might find yourself parking in a designated parent and child space. The parking spaces often featuring a graphic of a happy family or a pram are typically larger and closer
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Last chance to nominate a school star in our Education Awards 2024
THERE’S just a few days left to tell us who you think should win one of this year’s Warrington Guardian Education Awards. We want to hear about star students, terrific teachers and super support staff as well as unsung heroes, top teams and outstanding
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Wanted appeal launched in bid to trace man sought on recall to prison
POLICE are appealing for help from members of the public in a bid to find a wanted man. A manhunt is underway to locate Michael Marsden, who has links to Warrington. The search is led by Lancashire Police, with the 40-year-old wanted on recall
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Police want to speak to this couple over Golden Square shoplifting allegation
POLICE have issued a CCTV appeal following a shoplifting incident in Warrington town centre. Cheshire Police officers would like to speak to the couple pictured over the theft of clothing. The incident occurred last month in TK Maxx, located
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Popular light trail returning to Warrington - but in a new location
A POPULAR light trail is returning to Warrington, but this time in a new location. Luminate usually takes place at Walton Hall and Gardens. But this year, it will be hosted down the road from Appleton Thorn at Arley Hall. Organisers say
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Cheshire Tories don’t want debt hit Warrington included in possible devolution deal
CHESHIRE East is to meet with government officials to discuss possible devolution options but some councillors were adamant they didn’t want a deal which included Warrington. Peter Skates, the council’s acting director of place, said devolution
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Why Sam Burgess feels Wire have 'the perfect fixture' for this particular week
LOSING a final is a crushing disappointment, as Warrington Wolves have found out over the past few days. Now, however, they must move on – and head coach Sam Burgess says their response to being on the wrong side of the Challenge Cup Final scoreline
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Magician’s performance for Ukrainian children ‘brought a tear to his eye’
A PROFESSIONAL magician from Old Hall has performed some of his tricks for Ukrainian children in a performance that will ‘stay with him forever’. Peter Turner, 62, has been a professional magician for the past 25 years after giving up his job to
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One-hour delays on M6 in Warrington following crash in roadworks area
THERE is heavy traffic on the M6 in Warrington following a crash. The incident happened on M6 northbound between junction 23, Haydock, and junction 24, Ashton in Makerfield. It happened specifically in the roadworks area. Two lanes are
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Proposals for ‘school street’ to keep roads safe for pupils recommended for approval
PROPOSALS for a new ‘school street’ to improve road safety are being recommended for approval. At its meeting next Wednesday, the traffic committee will consider two written objections and two letters of support relating to the proposal to introduce
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Plans for house in Newton-le-Willows submitted
PLANS for a new house in Newton-le-Willows have been submitted. An outline application for one dwelling on land adjacent to 72 Victoria Road has been submitted, with some matters reserved except access, layout and scale. It is currently ‘awaiting
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Popular artisan market returning to Great Sankey with more than 50 stalls
A POPULAR market is returning to Great Sankey this weekend for a Father’s Day special. Taking place on Saturday, the artisan market will feature a 50-stall lineup, live music, and glitter face painting. And there will also be a whole host of
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Priestley student facing one of toughest admissions processes offered FOUR uni places
DESPITE facing one of the toughest university admissions processes, a Priestley student has incredibly been offered places to study medicine at FOUR different universities. Ola Grabarczyk, who studies A-Level chemistry, biology and geography, received
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Police issue CCTV of clothing after teenage boys flashed in street by pervert
POLICE have issued CCTV images of the clothing of a suspect they wish to speak to after two teenage boys were flashed in the street. Sometime between 7pm and 7.30pm on Wednesday, May 8, the children were followed by a man as they walked onto the
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Historic bridge finally reopens after being damaged by HGVs
A HISTORIC bridge has opened following repairs to damage caused by HGVs. Hobb Lane Bridge in Moore was damaged due to HGVs taking the wrong diversion when the Daresbury Expressway was closed last year. It is described as a ‘vital road link’
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England-Samoa Test series, dates and venues are confirmed
IT has been confirmed that England and Samoa will go head-to-head in a post-season Test series. Warrington Wolves star and England captain George Williams is likely to be involved in a two-Test series against the nation that ended their hopes in
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‘Opportunity’ beckons as pub that ‘will never open again’ hits the market
A PUB that 'will never open again' has hit the market. The Tunnel Top in Dutton, near Warrington, is up for sale. Having shut its doors as a pub in 2017, the premises has since been used as a private property. An application was submitted
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Other Warrington Wolves action this weekend as women and reserves return
AS well as Friday night’s Super League meeting, Warrington Wolves and Salford Red Devils have another game scheduled for this weekend. The two clubs’ reserve teams will meet at Victoria Park on Saturday, with Ryan O’Brien’s Wire side aiming to
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Padgate Walking Day: Schools confirmed going and not going and further updates
THE decades-old tradition of Padgate Walking Day will return this year despite the announcement of its cancellation. However, it may look very different to how you have known it in previous years. Former organisers of the event, Churches Together
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Toxic plant that causes burns to skin spotted in 'beautiful nature space'
A DANGEROUS plant has been spotted in a ‘beautiful nature space’ in Warrington. Giant Hogweed has been identified amongst the shrubbery at Spittle Brook in Woolston. The plant, which originates from the Caucasus Mountains and Central Asia,
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Historic Thelwall Rose Queen is returning to the village this weekend
A HISTORIC event is returning to a village in Warrington this weekend. Thelwall Rose Queen will be taking place on Saturday. As always, the event will consist of a fantastic day of processions, competitions, entertainment and stalls. The
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Village high street store forced to close in latest blow
A VILLAGE high street store has been forced to close. Tailormade Kitchens and Bedrooms was based on London Road at The Forge Shopping Centre in Stockton Heath. The firm provided fully bespoke services and said it prided itself on providing
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Flash mob yoga to take over Time Square on longest day of the year
A FLASH mob yoga workout will take over Time Square next week at the sun comes up on the longest day of the year. Hotpod Yoga Warrington is hosting an early morning yoga session – at 6am - in the town centre to celebrate the light, energy and power
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'Check your change': Your £2 coin could be worth £500 - how to spot
Experts have urged everyone to check their change and look for a rare £2 coin that could be worth a small fortune. The rare coin, which has been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation and features an error that makes it
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Lane closures and long queues on M62 in Birchwood due to broken down car
One lane has been closed and queues are building on the M62 Eastbound in Birchwood due to a broken down vehicle. Delays were already growing along the carriageway at junction 11, Birchwood, following an accident on the M602. One lane has been
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Delays on M62 Eastbound in Birchwood following accident
Congestion is building along the M62 Eastbound near Birchwood following an accident. Queues of traffic are forming along the carriageway on junction 11 (Birchwood) following an road traffic accident that took place on the M602 Eastbound. Two
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2lb baby born at 27 weeks defies odds and loves life – and football!
ZENITH Brett gave birth to her baby boy after being pregnant for just 27 weeks. Throughout her pregnancy, Zenith and her husband Richard were told to prepare for the worst, when doctors said their baby wasn’t viable and he didn’t have a heartbeat
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Which of these top 12 beer gardens is the perfect place for a drink al fresco?
WHEN the sun is shining on a hot summer’s day, not much beats a cold, refreshing drink in a beer garden. A drink or two al fresco with family and friends is the perfect way to enjoy the warm weather. But where is the best beer garden in Warrington
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Holroyd's chance to show he is Nicholson's replacement? Sam Burgess has his say
FOR the next few weeks at least, Adam Holroyd looks set to get another chance to shine in the Warrington Wolves back row. Looking further ahead, however, it could also be seen an opportunity for him to show Sam Burgess that, should he require a
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Will your house be turning red and white for England in the Euros?
ARE you ready for the Euros? Have you got your England flags or red and white bunting hanging from your windows? The Euros kick off tomorrow night, Friday, when Scotland take on hosts Germany with England’s first game against Serbia taking
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Man, 73, found in state of ‘decomposition’ on sofa in Great Sankey
A 73-year-old man was found at his home in a state of ‘decomposition’ on his sofa, Cheshire Coroner’s Court heard on Wednesday. David Whittaker, from Great Sankey, was found on the sofa by Police officers and later identified. The court heard
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Warrington sees rise in number of crime reports over past month, new data shows
THE number of criminal incidents reported in Warrington has risen over the past month. This is according to new data released for April 2024 – the latest period for which data released by the Home Office is available. The town saw an overall
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Prisoner handed longer behind bars after being caught in jail with a knife
A PRISONER has been handed longer behind bars. Lewis Georgiou was serving a sentence inside a Warrington jail when he committed the offence. He was subsequently charged with the unauthorised possession in prison of knife or offensive weapon
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Another large property on major road set to be converted from offices to HMOs
A PROPERTY on a major route through the town centre that is currently used as offices looks set to be converted into HMOs. Plans have been submitted to Warrington Borough Council’s planning department for numbers seven to nine Wilson Patten Street