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Warrington Wolves youngsters get their chance on the big stage
WARRINGTON Wolves’ Scholarship side got a chance on the big stage on Wednesday night. Their game against Hull FC was moved from Victoria Park to The Halliwell Jones Stadium, but Paul Berry's charges could not mark the occasion by recording a fifth
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Rare eagle rays arrive at Blue Planet Aquarium
The Blue Planet Aquarium in Ellesmere Port has welcomed a rare species of ray for the first time in its history. Two male ocellated eagle rays (Aetobatus Ocellatus), named Bequia and Nevis, have arrived at the aquarium from the National Marine
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Popular artisan markets are back in Warrington this weekend with more than 45 stalls
POPULAR artisan markets are back in Warrington this weekend. Birchwood Shopping Centre will host the event on Saturday which will take place both inside and outdoors. Marketgoers will be able to find more than 45 stalls which will feature a
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Man arrested on suspicion of assault in Stockton Heath
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of assault and criminal damage in Stockton Heath. The 41-year-old man was arrested in relation to an incident that took place in Stockton Heath on Thursday, June 13. He is being questioned by officers following
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£20 note with ‘very rare’ serial number up for auction in Warrington for £7,700
A ‘VERY rare’ bank note is up for sale in Warrington for a whopping £7,699. The £20 UK plastic polymer bank note is up for auction on Ebay for a staggering 385 times its actual value. This is due to it having a ‘very rare and unique’ serial
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Let's celebrate the class of 2024! Share your Year 11 prom photos
PROM season is here! After 12 years at school, 15 and 16-year-olds have waved goodbye to lessons and exams and are ready to enjoy the summer. But not before they’ve had one night full of glamour and sparkle at their Year 11 prom. This year
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Airbnb holiday let plans for Fearnhead annex to be decided upon by council
COUNCIL planners are set to rule on plans to create an Airbnb holiday let in Fearnhead. An application has been submitted to Warrington Borough Council’s planning department for an annex at 28 Cinnamon Lane. Applicant Stuart Halliwell is seeking
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Letter: Why can't the council show some pride in this town?
AFTER seeing your photos of Warrington’s Pride marchers in last week’s Warrington Guardian (June 13) , I realised that the word ‘Pride’ should also apply to Warrington’s built environment, as well as the LGBTO+ community. Warrington ‘s town centre
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Letter: Staff at Warrington Hospital are five star and go above and beyond
I HAVE recently been in Halton Hospital and Warrington Hospital for an operation. Both hospitals were five star and all the staff were very kind and caring. I know they are doing their job well but they go the extra mile. SHEILA DOLAN
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Burlesque the Musical is a rambunctious rendition of a beloved classic
FEATHERS and diamonds and confetti – oh my! Burlesque the musical has made its debut at Manchester Opera House to huge roars of applause, and it’s like you’ve never see it before. With huge creatives behind it, including Christina Aguilera and
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Letter: Do we hold the record for long serving Wire fans?
May I through your paper query if my years supporting the Wire are any kind of record.?(including my family tree of supporters) I am now 86 years of age and my first experience of standing on the terraces at Wilderspool was when my dad took the whole
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Long delays in Warrington after swing bridge gets stuck
THERE are long delays across Warrington this afternoon, Wednesday. The town's swing bridges were activated around 2pm but one became stuck. It has left long delays in the area. Queues of traffic are being reported on all routes south out
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Children from across Warrington given valuable tips to stay safe in water
CHILDREN from across Warrington have been receiving special water safety advice. Youngsters from schools in the town have been taking part in swim sessions from LiveWire's aquatics team and crew members from Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service as
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Outdoor swimming pool less than an hour away from Warrington that is a hidden gem
THIS outdoor swimming pool in Cheshire which is less than an hour away from Warrington was revealed as a hidden gem last year. Nantwich Brine Pool was described as the place to beat the crowds and stay cool last summer after it was named as one
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Popular pub's dining experience could see it named one of Cheshire's best
THE dining experience at a popular country pub near Warrington has put it in the running for a food and drink award. Offering a 'diverse' a la carte menu, the family-run Antrobus Arms also puts on monthly tasting menus and boasts a 'destination-worthy
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Contents of hairbrush in Creamfields reveller’s possession on entry saw him jailed
THE contents of a hairbrush found in the possession of a Creamfields reveller has seen him put behind bars. Daniel Jackson entered the Daresbury music festival at around 6pm on Thursday, August 25, 2022, when he was stopped following a positive
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Matty Nicholson addresses his future as NRL speculation continues
MATTY Nicholson insists he has made no decision about his future as speculation continues to rumble. Warrington Wolves are said to be preparing for life without their young back-rower from 2025, with the 20-year-old said to be closing in on a move
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Man, 60, banned from roads for getting behind wheel while on drugs
A MAN has been banned from the roads after being caught behind the wheel while on drugs. Steven Lockett, of Needham Drive, Hartford, was travelling along London Road in Warrington when he was stopped on July 12 last year. A subsequent blood
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'Couch potato' dog who has spent more than 750 days in care needs a forever home
A FIVE-year-old dog who has spent his life in more than 700 days in care in Warrington is looking for a forever home. Lurcher crossbreed Alvin is one of the longest staying residents at the RSPCA Warrington, Halton, and St Helens branch. Alvin
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Warrington man arrested after crash which saw firefighters rescue two people from car
A MAN has been arrested following a crash that saw two people rescued from a car. At around 4.05pm yesterday, Tuesday, emergency services were called to a crash on Delph Lane in Daresbury. Officers attended and found that there had been a collision
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Drivers warned they could face fines of up £2500 for wearing sunglasses
Motorists have been warned they could face fines of up to £2500 for driving while wearing sunglasses this summer. With the sun shining and the hotter weather arriving, many of us will be reaching for the shades as we head out every day. However
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Legendary DJ wows crowds at Lymm Festival with 'wonderful' show
RADIO star Bob Harris performed a 'wonderful show' during the ongoing Lymm Festival on Tuesday night. The Radio 2 DJ was performing with Colin Hall, the former custodian of John Lennon's house in Liverpool. Colin and Bob performed their theatre
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Sportswoman from Warrington who received an MBE for her dedication dies at 94
A sportswoman from Warrington who was the first female to referee bowls on TV and received an MBE for her dedication has died age 94. Mary Ashcroft, who was one of 13 children, was born in Howley in 1929 and grew up in Latchford. After attending
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How to get your live rugby league fix during the international break
THE first team may not be in action, but there are ways in which you can get your Warrington Wolves fix during the international break. The scholarship and reserve teams are in action this week for those wanting to take in some live rugby league
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‘Roidsville’ drug conspirator to pay back less than £6,000 of £825,000 illicit gains
A MAJOR player in a multi-million-pound drug conspiracy will repay a small fraction of his huge illicit gains. Warrington-based gang members Samuel Brough, Nathan Bradley, Michael Murray and Gary Stevens supplied close to £2million in illegal drugs
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Successful Latchford business expands with new store in town centre
A SUCCESSFUL cake shop has expanded to Warrington town centre. Monia’s Cakes already has a store on Knutsford Road in Latchford. It serves a variety of fresh homemade cakes that can be enjoyed with a hot drink. And it also offers speciality
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Property home to thriving business of 40 years is for sale in Warrington
A PROPERTY that was home to a thriving business for more than 40 years is for sale. The building is located on Gaskell Street in Stockton Heath. (Image: Ashtons/Rightmove) It is described as being in an ‘excellent spot’ which benefits