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Increased police patrols across town tonight amid reports of anti-social behaviour
MORE police officers have been deployed to patrol areas across Warrington this evening, Wednesday. Cheshire Police has confirmed that there is an increased visible officer presence in the town tonight. This is to crack down on anti-social behaviour
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A 'must see cinematic event' airs in cinemas across Warrington this Christmas
FANS of world-renowned violinist André Rieu can experience the magic of the festive season this Christmas by attending exclusive screenings of his latest concert at a cinema in Warrington. His Christmas spectacular ‘Gold & Silver’, filmed in the
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Wire and England try machine Matty Ashton continuing with his 'big' plans
WARRINGTON Wolves and England try machine Matty Ashton says he is living the dream as a rugby league professional, but feels there is more to come from him yet. The 26-year-old’s plan is to keep getting bigger and stronger to maintain his place
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Man who burgled Nando's restaurant sentenced by court
A MAN who burgled a Nando’s restaurant while under a community order has been sentenced. Jamie Critchley, of Belvedere Road, Newton-le-Willows, appeared before Liverpool, Knowsley and St Helens Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, October 22 for a sentencing
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Your spooky scary Warrington pumpkin lanterns ready for Halloween
IT’S Halloween! And it looks like many of you have been getting into the spirit of Halloween over the past few days. We asked you to share your carved pumpkin lantern creations that will be lighting up your windows and doorsteps. There
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Cream Classical Ibiza announced as Liverpool festival headliner
Cream Classical Ibiza has been announced as the Saturday headliner for the On The Waterfront festival in Liverpool. The event will take place on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the Pier Head. The festival organisers have promised a performance
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Plans afoot to turn empty former shoe shop on busy street into licensed premises
AN empty former shop unit on a busy street in Stockton Heath is set for a new lease of life. Plans have been submitted to Warrington Borough Council seeking permission for a change of use of the building. Applicant David Thrussell, of Folde
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Need some inspiration for this year's Halloween costumes?
HALLOWEEN - the spookiest and scariest time of the year. Have you sorted your child's Halloween costume for tomorrow night? Youngsters across Warrington will be dressing up for trick or treating - will there be pumpkins or skeletons, ghosts
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Grandparents will be able to eat free at these pubs in Warrington in November
GRANDPARENTS will be able to eat free at a number of pubs in Warrington next month. It comes as carvery and cake experts Farmhouse Inns has launched its new Grand Day Out initiative, offering grandparents and elderly relatives a free carvery throughout
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Warrington teacher sees dream come true with the release of her debut novel
A TEACHER at a Warrington college is celebrating the publication of her debut novel. Creative writing tutor Karen Kendrick’s first book, entitled Afterwards, follows the journey of a young girl navigating the afterlife. Karen has been teaching
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Residents prosecuted by courts after being linked to fly-tipped rubbish in alley
TWO Orford residents have been fined by the courts for failing to properly dispose of their household waste. Cristina Gherasim, aged 33 and of Clegge Street, and Andreea Ionica Spiridon, aged 26 and of Orford Lane, were prosecuted by Warrington
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Budget highlights from pensions and fuel duty to inheritance and price of a pint
Chancellor Rachel Reeves set out a Budget which will increase taxes by £40 billion as she promised to “fix the foundations” of the economy and repair the public finances. In the first Labour Budget since 2010 – and the first ever delivered by a
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Martin Lewis responds to Rachel Reeves' budget and 'very big' tax rises
Martin Lewis has responded to Rachel Reeves' autumn budget. In a historic speech, the chancellor said "the country voted for change" on the 4 July general election. Labour was given a mandate "to restore stability to our country and to begin a
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Lucky Warrington residents win big in this week’s Postcode Lottery
RESIDENTS in one area of Warrington are celebrating after winning the People's Postcode Lottery. The lucky residents of Walton Road in Stockton Heath are celebrating the Postcode Lottery draw this morning, Wednesday. Each month, people can
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Neighbourhood Weekender 2025 could give boost of £2million to town
THE RETURN of beloved music festival, Neighbourhood Weekender, has been welcomed with open arms and is set to give a £2million boost to Warrington. Attended annually by tens of thousands of fans, Neighbourhood Weekender has become a staple in the
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The price of fuel at Warrington’s petrol stations ahead of predicted budget hike
PETROL prices have fallen by an average of 13p and diesel prices have dropped 15p since February. But prices are expected to rise following the budget announcement today, Wednesday. A rise in fuel duty, an added tax which is included in the
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Here You Come Again brings Dolly Parton magic into your life
One of the great things about the theatre is that it offers pure escapism. Never has that been more true than with Here You Come Again, a new musical which combines memories of the Covid pandemic with the songs of Dolly Parton. Steven Webb
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Warrington school to host exciting laser extravaganza event on grounds
A WARRINGTON school is hosting a ‘laser extravaganza’ event to raise funds for its wheelchair accessible playground. Taking place in the school grounds of Fox Wood School, the event will commence on Friday, November 15, and will feature a dazzling
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MP highlights ultimate sacrifice of brave Warrington soldiers in Parliament speech
THE ultimate sacrifice paid by three brave soldiers from Warrington was highlighted in Parliament by one of the town’s MPs. Warrington South MP Sarah Hall named Marine Steven Birdsall, Private Thomas Sephton and Private Daniel Wade in the House
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Lanes reopen but long delays remain after emergency repairs on M56
ALL lanes have reopened but long delays remain on the motorway following emergency repairs. Queues have been present all afternoon on the M56 eastbound outside Runcorn today, Wednesday. Delays of approximately three hours were expected between
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Wilderspool firm acquired by business in 'strong move'
An employment law, HR, and health and safety specialist has announced the acquisition of Wirehouse Employer Services. WorkNest, a division of The GRC Group, is the company acquiring Wirehouse. Wirehouse is known for providing retained HR, employment
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Suspect charged with two counts of sexual assault at Creamfields music festival
A SUSPECT has been charged with committing sexual assaults at Creamfields. The electronic dance music festival is staged annually in Daresbury and sees tens of thousands of people attend the area from across the country. Now, a suspect has
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Ex-League One forward scores five times in Rylands' cup cruise
ALEX Kiwomya scored five goals for Warrington Rylands in last night’s Liverpool Senior Cup cruise. Neil Reynolds’ men scored 10 goals in all as lower level Skelmersdale United were sent packing from Gorsey Lane. But the post-match talk for
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POLL: Should children be given playdough instead of sweets at Halloween?
Halloween is the one day of the year when it’s acceptable for children to spend an entire evening tucking into sweets, or is it? That’s not what the experts have said, as leading dental surgeons think children should be given alternative treats
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Warrington Guardian readers can subscribe for just £2 for 2 months in this flash sale
READERS who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £2 for 2 months or over 30% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read our news site online. Subscribers
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Four men charged with stealing £7,000 worth of copper cables from Fiddler’s Ferry
POLICE have charged four men with burgling Fiddler’s Ferry power station. The quartet, all of Yorkshire, are accused of breaking into the Cuerdley site armed with tools to assist with the theft of copper cabling. The power station began operations
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Latest Warrington Rowing Club medal successes hailed by captain Charlie Ford
AFTER the latest medal successes, Charlie Ford is a happy Warrington Rowing Club captain and junior coach. Seventeen crews from the club tackled The Dee Autumn Head hosted by Grosvenor Rowing Club in Chester, with a number achieving finishing places
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Recently established coffee shop is for sale in Warrington
A RECENTLY established coffee shop is for sale in Warrington. Studio Lounge Coffee is located on Milner Street, next to the Post Office. A one-off premimum of £30,000 is sought for the following fixtures and fittings: - Recently established
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Watch Matty Ashton's 2024 highlights including some stunning tries
IT has been another stunning year for Matty Ashton. He became just the 10th player in Warrington Wolves history to score 30 tries in a single season, finally reaching 32 from 29 appearances. That kind of form earned him a place in the Super
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New unit at Warrington prison demolished after it didn't meet building standards
A NEWLY constructed building at a prison in Warrington has already been demolished after it was found not to meet building standards. Back in 2022, the Warrington Guardian revealed that a dilapidated building within the HMO Prison Thorn Cross complex
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Drunk initially treated woman ‘like princess’ – but strangled her after vodka binge
A WOMAN thought she was in a relationship with a loving man who ‘treated her like a princess’ – before he strangled her and punched her in the face. John Houghton also damaged her possessions during an alcohol-fuelled attack which left the woman
