Dangerous high-speed driver who almost caused head-on collision given suspended sentence
AN innocent motorist narrowly escaped a head-on collision when a dangerous driver in a speeding car headed straight for him, a court heard.
Police appeal to catch men who targeted elderly woman at cash machine features on Crimewatch
A POLICE appeal to catch two men who targeted a vulnerable elderly woman at a cash machine in Warrington town centre featured on Crimewatch live this morning.
Police investigations ongoing after body sadly recovered from River Mersey
UPDATED: POLICE investigations are ongoing after a body was sadly recovered from the River Mersey, off Howley Lane, Warrington, yesterday, Sunday.
Plan for 170 new homes approved despite major opposition
A CONTROVERSIAL plan for 170 new homes on a greenfield site has been given the go-ahead by Warrington planning chiefs despite major opposition from nearby residents and councillors.
Crackdown on anti-driver LTN road schemes and blanket 20 mph limits to put local consent first
THE Government has strengthened guidance to ensure Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTN) and 20mph speed limits have the support of local people.
Celebrating 25 years of Lymm Life!
APRIL marks the 25th anniversary since the launch of Lymm Life magazine which has managed to survive the test of time, despite huge changes in the world of media.
Cindy’s story inspires The Raven to support Parkinson’s UK
A regular at the new look Raven Inn, which has supported a number of charities since opening last August, has inspired a fundraiser supporting Parkinson’s UK.
Warrington ranked 26th best place in UK to make switch to electric vehicles
DESPITE being one of just nine local authorities to receive Government funding through a Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) pilot scheme, the town has only been ranked 26th in new research showing the best UK towns to make the switch to electric vehicles.
College hosts successful ‘Prepare for Post-16’ careers advisor and teacher conference
WARRINGTON & Vale Royal College recently welcomed over twenty esteemed guests from partner secondary schools to its annual ‘Prepare for Post-16’ careers advisor and teacher conference.
Irish community turn out in force for St Patrick’s Day parade
WARRINGTON’S Irish community turned out in force for the annual St Patrick’s Day parade through the town centre, as victims of the IRA bomb attack on the town 31-years ago this coming week, were remembered with a minutes silence.
Dangerous high-speed driver who almost caused head-on collision given suspended sentence
AN innocent motorist narrowly escaped a head-on collision when a dangerous driver in a speeding car headed straight for him, a court heard.
Police appeal to catch men who targeted elderly woman at cash machine features on Crimewatch
A POLICE appeal to catch two men who targeted a vulnerable elderly woman at a cash machine in Warrington town centre featured on Crimewatch live this morning.
Police seek help to tackle anti-social bikers
LOCAL police in the Bewsey and Whitecross areas of town are seeking help to tackle increasing issues with anti-social bikers.
Police seek CCTV footage following Orford burglary
POLICE are appealing to the public for CCTV or doorbell footage following a burglary in the Orford area of Warrington.
Busy night for police as FOUR drink drivers arrested
IT was a busy night for Warrington Police last night (Friday) as FOUR people were arrested for drink driving in the town.
Bewsey crime hotspot house closed down by police
POLICE have secured a closure order following reports of drug abuse, disorder and crime at a property in Bewsey, Warrington.
Drug dealer jailed following police raid
A drug dealer who was arrested following a police warrant at his Warrington home has now been jailed.
Anti-corruption hotline welcomed by crime commissioner
CHESHIRE Police and Crime Commissioner John Dwyer has welcomed the news that an anti-corruption hotline has been launched nationally by independent charity Crimestoppers.
Appeal to trace scrambler biker who vandalised police vehicle at Orford
POLICE are appealing for information after a scrambler biker vandalised a police vehicle at Orford.
Former company director jailed after being convicted of historic sex offences involving girl aged under 14
A former Warrington company director who went on the run after being convicted of historic sex offences involving the rape of a girl aged under 14 in the 1990s has been jailed.
College hosts successful ‘Prepare for Post-16’ careers advisor and teacher conference
WARRINGTON & Vale Royal College recently welcomed over twenty esteemed guests from partner secondary schools to its annual ‘Prepare for Post-16’ careers advisor and teacher conference.
College celebrates another successful Employer Week
A STAPLE event in the diary of Warrington & Vale Royal College is Employer Week, a timetabled week of employer-led activity. Taking place twice during the academic year, Employer Week is a great chance for students to meet, engage with and learn lots from those working in industry.
Sir Thomas Boteler celebrates Inclusive School of the Year award
SIR Thomas Boteler Church of England High School is celebrating after winning the Inclusive School of the Year Award, awarded by Warrington Parents and Carers (WarrPAC).
The Ministry of Justice seeks trainee probation officers
THE Ministry of Justice has launched a non-graduate pathway for trainee probation officers – and there are five vacancies in the Warrington and Halton area.
Guide on how to write a term paper
Student’s life is like a roller coaster: you enjoy it by going up and down, having fear sometimes and pleasant moments. Each semester comes the moment when you would like to close your eyes, and when you open them, everything is finished.
School host local writer Kate Martin to celebrate World Book Day
PUPILS at Warrington’s Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School were delighted to host an all-day event with published local writer Kate Martin on World Book Day, to celebrate creative writing.
College shortlisted for accounting training provider of the year
WARRINGTON & Vale Royal College has been shortlisted as AAT Medium Training Provider of the Year 2024 in this year’s prestigious AAT Training Provider Awards.
Teaching hub wins £1 million government funding
GENERATE Teaching Hub – part of Warrington Primary Academy Trust – has secured a government funding commitment of more than £1 million to continue its work for the next four years.
College art student selected as a ‘Young Producer’ for Warrington Arts Festival
LEVEL three Extended Diploma Art & Design student Imogen Bailey, has seized an extraordinary opportunity as a Young Producer for the upcoming Warrington Arts Festival.
The ultimate guide to moving to the UK for university
International students moving to the UK for university is an exciting journey filled with new experiences, opportunities, and challenges. It’s a chance to immerse yourself in a diverse culture, meet people from all over the world, and gain a top-quality education. However, it can also be daunting, especially when it comes to finding the right student accommodation from abroad.
Time to show some seasonal goodwill and end bin strike now!
WHILE Christmas spirit arrived in Warrington at the weekend by the bucket load – the streets continue to pile high with uncollected refuse due to the ongoing bin strike.
Time for keyboard warriors to stop knocking best of Warrington
OVER the past year I have written several stories which have identified Warrington as one of the best and safest places in the UK to have a night out.
Is bigger any better?
BIGGER certainly isn’t always better when it comes to running organisations – in fact my recent experiences suggest the complete opposite.
The complexities and frustrations of planning matters
THROUGHOUT my journalistic career spanning more than 40 years planning matters have always been some of the most contentious stories I have written about.
No logic in moving Lymm into Tatton while retaining Warrington services
THEY say a week is a long time in politics – well now 24 hours is a long time in politics!
Busy time on the buses – now we need free-flowing highways – are LTNs the answer?
IT’S certainly been a busy time at Warrington’s Own Buses recently, in particular, their move from the old depot on Wilderspool Causeway to their new state-of-the-art premises on Dallam Lane.
A heartfelt plea to the Trustees of Oughtrington Community Centre
THEY say a week is a long time in politics – well five weeks is an awfully long time for local pensioners to be locked out of the Oughtrington Luncheon Club.
A resolution for the new year – the gift of giving and being nice!
AS we celebrate a new year with the current cost of living crisis, it is difficult to look to the future with optimism.
Shop local and support Small Business Saturday
TODAY, December 3, marks Small Business Saturday and with the cost-of-living crisis, there has never been a more important time to support local businesses in Warrington.
Christmas – the gift of giving!
CHRISTMAS is coming and traditionally it is the season to the jolly – but there will be many suffering this year from the “cost of living crisis” and the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Six games undefeated for hockey women
WARRINGTON Hockey Women’s 1st Team made it six games undefeated with a 3-1 away win at local rivals Golborne.
Lymm overrun by League leaders
Following the jubilation of a superb victory over Hull last week, the atmosphere among the travelling supporters was tinged with a hint of scepticism as Lymm prepared to take on the league leaders, Leeds, on a brisk and overcast Yorkshire afternoon.
Ratchford breaks Super League record as Wolves romp to win in London
STEFAN Ratchford set a new Super League goalkicking record as Warrington Wolves moved top of the table with a 58-4 win at London Broncos.
Rylands back up to second
WARRINGTON Rylands increased their impressive run of results under interim player-managers Sam Wilson and Dean Furman by defeating Bamber Bridge 2-0 at The Hive Arena moving back up to 2nd int the table.
Gloucester pinch injury time winner at Warrington Town
GLOUCESTER City pinched a possibly priceless three points in their quest for National League North survival with a 2-1 win at Warrington Town.
Wolves’ coach ready to rise to the Challenge
WARRINGTON Wolves’ Women will open their season with a BetFred Challenge Cup tie against Bradford Bulls this Saturday.
Six games undefeated for hockey women
WARRINGTON Hockey Women’s 1st Team made it six games undefeated with a 3-1 away win at local rivals Golborne.
Lymm overrun by League leaders
Following the jubilation of a superb victory over Hull last week, the atmosphere among the travelling supporters was tinged with a hint of scepticism as Lymm prepared to take on the league leaders, Leeds, on a brisk and overcast Yorkshire afternoon.
Ratchford breaks Super League record as Wolves romp to win in London
STEFAN Ratchford set a new Super League goalkicking record as Warrington Wolves moved top of the table with a 58-4 win at London Broncos.
Rylands back up to second
WARRINGTON Rylands increased their impressive run of results under interim player-managers Sam Wilson and Dean Furman by defeating Bamber Bridge 2-0 at The Hive Arena moving back up to 2nd int the table.
Gloucester pinch injury time winner at Warrington Town
GLOUCESTER City pinched a possibly priceless three points in their quest for National League North survival with a 2-1 win at Warrington Town.
Wolves’ coach ready to rise to the Challenge
WARRINGTON Wolves’ Women will open their season with a BetFred Challenge Cup tie against Bradford Bulls this Saturday.
How QR codes are revolutionizing the real estate industry
Efficiency and accessibility are paramount in the fast-paced world of real estate. Enter QR codes – those pixelated squares that have become ubiquitous in marketing materials, packaging, and now, real estate listings.
Bank celebrates £500m savings milestone in support of businesses
A SPECIALIST business bank based in Warrington is celebrating a £500m milestone as it continues to support small businesses in achieving the best returns on their cash.
Local entrepreneur celebrates business expansion
AN entrepreneur from Warrington is celebrating her successful expansion into larger premises.
Four first-time entrepreneurs start engineering business
FOUR first-time entrepreneurs have secured a £75,000 Start Up Loan, delivered by GC Business Finance, to start a Warrington engineering business, Valvworx, which will create jobs in the area.
Securing the cloud: how cloud providers are enhancing cybersecurity
The cloud era has revolutionised the way businesses operate, offering unparalleled flexibility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. However, the array of services offered by cloud providers can often seem like a labyrinth of jargon to the uninitiated.
Unlocking business growth: aspects to consider while preparing for expansion
Businesses evolve and transform over time in order to respond to changes in their environment and stay relevant and competitive in their respective fields.
Accountants Warrington
Warrington based accountants
Air conditioning and heating solutions
Air conditioning and heating solutions, Warrington
Art Galleries Warrington
Art Galleries in Warrington, Stockton Heath and Lymm
Builders Warrington
BUILDERS in the Warrington area
Carpets and Beds
Carpet suppliers and carpet cleaners in the Warrington area.
Car Sales and Repairs
Car sales and repairs in Warrington
4 hottest internal design trends from 2024 so far
If you’re like me, you’re always looking for the latest trends to refresh and revitalize your living space. Well, you’re in luck because 2024 is shaping up to be an exciting year for interior design.
David Walliams’ Awful Auntie exciting family adventure tours the UK
BESTSELLING children’s author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company have teamed up for a brand-new production of the family adventure Awful Auntie.
Lockdown legends Toyah and Robert to party at Parr Hall
ICONIC performers and husband and wife team Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp found a whole new audience together when the short videos they recorded during lockdown started to go viral.
Hundreds more people seen and treated sooner for cancer, new figures show
NEW NHS England data shows staff in the North West treated almost 1000 more people for cancer in January this year, compared to the previous month (December 2023), despite ongoing winter pressures and industrial action.
Hundreds more people seen and treated sooner for cancer, new figures show
NEW NHS England data shows staff in the North West treated almost 1000 more people for cancer in January this year, compared to the previous month (December 2023), despite ongoing winter pressures and industrial action.
Measles is spreading in Warrington – make sure you are protected
WARRINGTON Borough Council’s public health team is urging local people to check that they and their children have had the MMR vaccine that protects against measles with cases now confirmed in the town.
Order repeat prescriptions ahead of Easter
RESIDENTS of Warrington are being reminded to order repeat prescriptions if they are due ahead of the Easter Bank holiday.
National No Smoking Day – it’s never too late to quit!
THE Public Health team at Warrington Borough Council in partnership with LiveWire is encouraging smokers in the borough to give up this No Smoking Day, today, March 13.
David Walliams’ Awful Auntie exciting family adventure tours the UK
BESTSELLING children’s author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company have teamed up for a brand-new production of the family adventure Awful Auntie.
Lockdown legends Toyah and Robert to party at Parr Hall
ICONIC performers and husband and wife team Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp found a whole new audience together when the short videos they recorded during lockdown started to go viral.
Brave group of local men to go “The Full Monty” for St Rocco’s
A BRAVE group of local men are to go “The Full Monty” to raise money for Warrington’s St Rocco’s Hospice.
All set for Lymm Duck Race 2024
LYMM Roundtable’s annual Duck Race in the village will take place on the Easter Monday Bank Holiday, starting at 12.30pm at the lower dam.
Cindy’s story inspires The Raven to support Parkinson’s UK
A regular at the new look Raven Inn, which has supported a number of charities since opening last August, has inspired a fundraiser supporting Parkinson’s UK.
Wonderland-themed ball raises thousands for Warrington Disability Partnership
A ‘Wonderland’-themed fundraising ball celebrating the work of Cheshire-born Lewis Carroll has been hailed as a “roaring success” after it raised more than £5,000 for Warrington Disability Partnership.
Local charity unveils report stating ‘Social Care Set to Influence Election Year’
A ground-breaking new report by Warrington charity Community Integrated Care has revealed a once-in-a-generation opportunity to end the enduring workforce crisis in social care, with exclusive public and MP polling finding consensus that the social care pay gap and workforce shortages must be addressed.
New fund launched to support good causes across Warrington
A new fund aiming to raise hundreds of thousands of pounds for good causes across Warrington will be launched tonight…
Cindy’s story inspires The Raven to support Parkinson’s UK
A regular at the new look Raven Inn, which has supported a number of charities since opening last August, has inspired a fundraiser supporting Parkinson’s UK.
Wonderland-themed ball raises thousands for Warrington Disability Partnership
A ‘Wonderland’-themed fundraising ball celebrating the work of Cheshire-born Lewis Carroll has been hailed as a “roaring success” after it raised more than £5,000 for Warrington Disability Partnership.
Local charity unveils report stating ‘Social Care Set to Influence Election Year’
A ground-breaking new report by Warrington charity Community Integrated Care has revealed a once-in-a-generation opportunity to end the enduring workforce crisis in social care, with exclusive public and MP polling finding consensus that the social care pay gap and workforce shortages must be addressed.
New fund launched to support good causes across Warrington
A new fund aiming to raise hundreds of thousands of pounds for good causes across Warrington will be launched tonight…
Treasure trove of memories of man who saved The Wire
A treasure trove of memorabilia of former Warrington RLFC Chairman Sir Ossie Davies, the man who saved The Wire, has come to light, sparking memories of the club’s Wembley triumph 50 years ago this year.
Change-of-use for historic pub – but to what?
PLANNING chiefs at Warrington have given the go-ahead for a change of use of a historic pub – although it is not clear exactly what it will be changed to.
Studio flats plan for landmark town centre building
PLANS for four self-contained studio flats in Warrington town centre have been submitted to borough planners
Ambitious proposals for Pyramid Arts Centre will cost nearly £5m
AMBITIOUS proposals for the modernisation of Warrington’s Pyramid Arts Centre – a Grade 2 Listed building – look set to go ahead at a cost of nearly £5 million.
Start 2024 in the best way with Dry January
The festive season brings excitement for many, but it can also be a time of indulgence, and perhaps drinking more alcohol than we would like. As we head into a new year, many people will be wanting to feel a little fitter and healthier.
Make space in the day for your mental health this Time to Talk Day
AS we enter the New Year, it’s never been more important to talk about our mental health.
Refreshing to read common sense
I have just read the April 2021 edition of Warrington Worldwide and I am delighted with Gary’s comments in the Editorial.
Letter: Warrington Cenotaph gathering was not an organised meeting
I am writing to you with regard to the Council’s actions in reporting the gathering at The Cenotaph War Memorial, Warrington town centre, on Remembrance Sunday, 8th November 2020, to Cheshire Police.