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Chester Zoo 10K to make return in race to save rhinos
Chester Zoo’s 10K ‘Run For Nature’ is returning this September, with runners helping the zoo to protect highly threatened rhinos. The new event, in its second year, is set for Sunday, September 22 – an important day on the international calendar
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Win tickets to see cast of cult classic reunited in Warrington
THE cast of Quadrophenia are reuniting in Warrington to celebrate 45 years since the release of the British cult classic. And we have teamed up with Parr Hall to give away six tickets to the show. Phil Daniels (Jimmy), Leslie Ash (Steph), Mark
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Independent who served as soldier bids to become Warrington South MP
AN independent parliamentary candidate for Warrington South – who has served as a soldier – has revealed what his biggest priority would be if he becomes MP. The General Election will take place next Thursday, with polling stations open from 7am
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‘My party expects me to lose, here's why I'll win’ – Warrington North Tory candidate
THE Conservative parliamentary candidate for Warrington North says ‘my party expects me to lose’ but explained why she is ‘going to win’ in a letter to residents. The General Election will take place next Thursday, with polling stations open from
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Ex-Masterchef star teams up with Lymm chef for one night only
FORMER Masterchef contestant Dylan Owens and his superstar ‘Commis Chef’ Aiden Byrne are bringing a taste of Wales to a Wirral venue next week. The event at Lost in Claremont Courtyard, Clatterbridge on Friday July 5 is described by the promoter
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Here are 27 of the best pictures from Warrington Walking Day 2024
WARRINGTON Walking Day saw crowds flock to the town centre once again, as around 30 groups took part this year. Despite a bit of rain, each group took part with a smile on their face and held their banners with pride. Crowds lined the streets
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Van stopped in Warrington after police spot huge crack across windscreen
A VAN was stopped by police after they spotted a huge crack across its windscreen. Officers pulled the vehicle over in Warrington, near to Gemini Retail Park. In a social media post, members from North West Motorway Police said how the driver
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Warrington firm that started from a kitchen table celebrates landmark
A WARRINGTON property company that started from a kitchen table is ‘giving back’ through a £25,000 charity campaign to celebrate 25 years in business. X-Press Legal Services, which has its head office in Olympic Park, commemorates reaching the
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Delight for these WA postcode neighbours with lottery win
WINNERS of the People's Postcode Lottery have been located in the WA postcode area. Lucky residents in Rainford received £1,000 today Thursday, June 30, after enrolling in the UK lottery. The winners on Rookery Lane bagged the generous sum
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What Peel Ports said after swing bridges got stuck and caused 'utter carnage'
PEEL Ports has issued a statement after swing bridges in Warrington became stuck open this week. On Wednesday, the faults on swing bridges on both Chester Road and Knutsford Road caused ‘utter carnage’. There was heavy traffic in the area,
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Parents of Westbrook soldier killed serving country ‘overwhelmed’ by tribute
A ‘LOVING’ soldier with a ‘great sense of humour’ has been remembered by students at his former primary school, as a plaque dedicated to him has been unveiled. Steven Birdsall attended St Philip Westbrook Church of England Primary School when he
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Six-year-old kart racer making his mark at national level
HE might only be six-years-old, but Warrington’s Kalman Simon is already racing at national level. In fact, the St Elphins Primary School pupil placed second in round four of the British Bambino Karting Championship in Rowrah, Cumbria, last weekend
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Grappenhall schoolchildren cook up a storm in bake-off
YOUNGSTERS in Grappenhall shows off this baking skills at the annual Grappenhall Walking Day. A bake off took place on Saturday at St Wilfrid’s Primary School in the village. The winner of the Reception category was Isla Nugent, with Ben Cowap
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Warrington Walking Day 2024 as it happened
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I figured out how to stop flies invading my home with this cheap vinegar hack
I have absolutely loved watching my house plants burst into life over the last few weeks, as the sunshine has been taking over every room in my house. The warm temperatures (which I have found a little insufferable) have encouraged so much new
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Was your baby born in June 2024? Send us your pictures
IT'S been a sunshine-filled month of June welcoming Warrington's newest residents. 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
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We're looking for the Best Independent Shop or Business in Warrington
INDEPENDENT traders are at the heart of Warrington’s local communities and with the ongoing cost of living crisis they’re struggling. It’s not easy running your own business, juggling increasing overheads, big company competition and a move away
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Warrington Wolves stats leaders as Dufty tops several charts
WITH the Super League season having taken a pause for the international break, it is a good time to have a look at where Warrington Wolves players sit in terms of the individual player stats. Here’s a look at where things stand currently… APPEARANCES
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Building with mural that raised suspicions Banksy had visited the town is for sale
A BUILDING with a mural that raised questions if Banksy had visited the town is for sale in Warrington. The property is located on Warrington Road in Culcheth. It is described as being in a popular commercial location and it is listed on Rightmove
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Firm with the coolest office in Warrington is shortlisted for four top awards
A THRIVING firm with the coolest office in Warrington has been shortlisted for four top awards. No Brainer, based in Stockton Heath, is hoping for a hat trick of wins at the Digital PR Awards next month. Its team is up for for Campaign of the
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Man, 27, given warning after running red lights and hitting kerbs in town centre
MAGISTRATES have issued a warning to a 27-year-old who appeared in court after he was caught driving dangerously down Winwick Road. Constantin Florea, of Forster Street, appeared at Warrington Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday representing himself.