Council marks 100 years since WW1

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WARRINGTON Borough Council marked 100 years since the start of World War One today with the official naming of a room in Warrington Town Hall.
The Mayor of Warrington, Cllr Ted Finnegan, opened the World War One Remembrance Room in front of council representatives including the leader, Cllr Terry O’Neill, deputy leader, Cllr Mike Hannon, and chief executive Professor Steven Broomhead.
The Mayor said: “As a council, we have thought long and hard about a fitting tribute that will leave a lasting legacy in Warrington. The town hall is and will always remain at the centre of our town – the place where the good people of Warrington flock at times of trouble and celebration. It is only right then that we rename this committee room. From today it will be officially known as the World War One Remembrance Room.”
The council is also inviting residents to take part in the national ‘Lights Out’ commemoration this evening by leaving only one light or candle on between 10 and 11pm. Millions of people across of the country are expected to be taking part in this shared moment of reflection.
The small ceremony also marked the start of the council’s four-year First World War commemoration programme.
Pictured: The Mayor of Warrington in the World War One Remembrance Room


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