PLANS for a four-storey apartment block of 76 town centre apartments will be put to Warrington planning chiefs this week – with a recommendation for approval.

A WARRINGTON husband whose wife lives with multiple sclerosis (MS)’ is completing 26 Miles on the SkiErg to raise vital funds for the MS Society.

ONLINE financial education is being offered to teachers and students in Warrington by the Yorkshire Building Society.

TEN students from Warrington’s Priestley College took part in an award project designed to inspire the next generation of engineers.

A NEW “bookswap” has been officially opened at Thelwall – thanks to an initiative by a local parish councillor.

WARRINGTON based volunteer Shannon Rowlands of Miller Homes was the star of the show at the company’s recent ‘Miller Meet’ event at Birchwood Park.

POLICE have dismantled a large cannabis farm in the Dallam area of Warrington.

ONE more COVID-19 death has sadly been reported at Warrington Hospital since last week although inpatient numbers and infection rates are continuing to fall.

LOCALLY born Fairfield & Howley Cllr. Jean Flaherty has been elected as the 138th Mayor and First Citizen of Warrington after being sworn in during a Mayor Making ceremony at the annual meeting of the council on Monday 23 May.

A man who was wanted by Warrington Police for a number of offences committed last year was arrested during the early hours of this morning following a police operation at Birchwood.

POLICE have dismantled a large cannabis farm in the Dallam area of Warrington.

A man who was wanted by Warrington Police for a number of offences committed last year was arrested during the early hours of this morning following a police operation at Birchwood.

FIREFIGHTERS were called out to tackle a deliberate fire involving a wheelie bin at Orford, Warrington, last night and an unattended camp fire at Great Sankey earlier today Sunday.

POLICE had a busy night of mainly alcohol-related incidents in the Warrington area with several arrests and a road traffic collision.

POLICE have arrested five people at Orford as part of an ongoing investigation into the organised supply of illegal drugs in the Warrington area.

POLICE and Crime Commissioner, John Dwyer, has confirmed his office has submitted further bids to the Safer Streets Fund, to help tackle crime and support victims.

WARRINGTON Police have made two more arrests for domestic violence-related incidents in the town.

POLICE seized three rifles and other weapons following a raid on a cannabis farm at Orford, Warrington.

POLICE are investigating after a car was torched at Birchwood last night.

A 31-year-old local woman is under investigation after allegedly stealing drinks from a fridge at Warrington Hospital over the weekend.

ONLINE financial education is being offered to teachers and students in Warrington by the Yorkshire Building Society.

TEN students from Warrington’s Priestley College took part in an award project designed to inspire the next generation of engineers.

OLYMIC medallist Danny Purvis put children at Warrington’s Alderman Bolton Primary School children through their paces in a fundraising circuit training event at the school.

A FORMER student at Warrington’s Priestley College has been rewarded for her journalism by the George Orwell Society.

WARRINGTON’S Priestley College has celebrated the achievements of its sports stars after an unprecedented year of success.

WARRINGTON & Vale Royal College student Daw Ryan has bagged a clutch of qualifications -while working for the NHS in the midst of the pandemic.

MUSIC teaching at Warrington’s Bruche Primary School has attracted the interest of trainee teachers at one of China’s most prestigious universities.

BUSINESSES across Warrington are being urged to make staff future-fit with the help of the Accelerate programme, which concludes at the end of May.

WARRINGTON Primary Academy Trust (WPAT) has welcomed an eighth school to the Trust – the third from outside the borough.

A NEW photography exhibition in Warrington is showcasing work by students from the University of Chester and celebrating the role of the camera in offering a form of escapism.

WHEN Warrington was recently revealed as the third best place for a night out in the UK, not surprisingly it attracted a lot of negative comments on social media.

WARRINGTON North MP Charlotte Nichols has accused the Government of more “broken promises,” after the Bill for the Crewe–Manchester extension of the HS2 network was submitted to Parliament, including the controversial Golborne link, which would have a devastating impact on Culcheth and surrounding area.

AS many feared and predicted Warrington Borough Council’s controversial investment in Together Energy backed fired as the energy supplier ceased trading.

MERRY Christmas & Happy New Year to all our readers and advertisers in what can only be described as another testing time for many during the COVID-19 pandemic.

SCROLLING through the national news headlines it would be quite easy to think we are on the verge of Armageddon, with very little balance showing all the good things still happening in the world.

READING, writing and watching the news can be pretty depressing most days, particularly in the midst of a pandemic, which is still very much here.

AFTER an unprecedented 18 months things appear to be gradually returning to normal, although in some cases it remains the new normal.

ONE thing the COVID-19 pandemic has shown me is the huge number of inspiring people and organisations we have in Warrington.

THE toxic world of politics is in full swing with the Local Elections looming large.

SPRING is in the air, the roadmap out of lockdown is underway and the vaccine programme is being rolled out so hopefully, the light is shining brightly at the end of what has been a very long dark tunnel.

GRAPPENHALL comprehensively defeated Bollington in the RSK Cheshire County League to make it two wins on the bounce.

LATCHFORD shrugged off a poor start to get back to winning ways when they defeated a tough Thatto Heath outfit 18-28 away from home.

WARRINGTON’S Priestley College has celebrated the achievements of its sports stars after an unprecedented year of success.

It’s becoming a growing trend, stars of the English Premier League who have called Europe their home traveling across the Atlantic Ocean to finish their careers in the United States.

WARRINGTON Wolves won back the Wire faithful despite going down 10-12 to arch-rivals St Helens in a thrilling encounter at the Halliwell Jones Stadium.

Charnley to leave Wire as club linked with Wests Tigers’ Thomas Mikaele

TODAY marks 150 days to go until the start of the Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021).

GRAPPENHALL comprehensively defeated Bollington in the RSK Cheshire County League to make it two wins on the bounce.

LATCHFORD shrugged off a poor start to get back to winning ways when they defeated a tough Thatto Heath outfit 18-28 away from home.

WARRINGTON’S Priestley College has celebrated the achievements of its sports stars after an unprecedented year of success.

It’s becoming a growing trend, stars of the English Premier League who have called Europe their home traveling across the Atlantic Ocean to finish their careers in the United States.

WARRINGTON Wolves won back the Wire faithful despite going down 10-12 to arch-rivals St Helens in a thrilling encounter at the Halliwell Jones Stadium.

Charnley to leave Wire as club linked with Wests Tigers’ Thomas Mikaele

TODAY marks 150 days to go until the start of the Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021).

It’s been interesting to observe the after effects of the recent global pandemic. While we were aware of the devastating health effects and saddened by the losses due to the virus, in a way we were surprised by the big changes it would bring to other parts of our lives too.

TEN new full-time jobs have been created at a new car service centre at Warrington.

As an electrician, you have a very important job. Not only do you help keep people safe and power their homes, but you also play a crucial role in the economy.

TECHNOLOGICAL innovator Jacobs, which has a headquarters in Warrington, is recruiting 600 people to respond to the U.K. and Ireland’s ambitious climate response goals for energy transition and decarbonisation.

Agriculture is at the forefront of the fight against hunger and food insecurity. With a population of more than 9 million people, there is a growing threat of starvation in many parts of the world.

BAS (NW) Ltd. are vehicle adaptation specialists based in Hollins Green and their aim is to provide vehicle solutions for disabled drivers and passengers.

RESTAURANT and bar operator Revolution has put in an offer to lease two of the three remaining unlet leisure units in Warrington’s flagship town centre development Time Square.

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ONE more COVID-19 death has sadly been reported at Warrington Hospital since last week although inpatient numbers and infection rates are continuing to fall.

WARRINGTON and Halton Teaching Hospitals are reintroducing visiting in all settings within the Trust following restrictions made in line with the COVID-19 pandemic, from tomorrow, Tuesday, with face-coverings still required.

The person who came up with the idea of holding a garage sale to sell goods you no longer wanted was a genius, in my opinion.

NINETIES chart-toppers East 17 are heading back out on tour this winter for a Christmas extravaganza, including a show at Warrington’s Parr Hall.

When it comes time to renovate or build a new home, cladding is often one of the first decisions you have to make. Cladding is the material that covers the outside of your home and can be made from a variety of materials, including wood, metal, vinyl, and composites.

School holidays are the chance for your kids to relax, rest, and bond with you. However, there is no reason why they should continue learning. Your kids don’t need to stop learning just because their school gates are closed.

It has become quite easy to sign up with an online gaming platform in this country, and most of them require minimal deposits for the purpose.

ONE more COVID-19 death has sadly been reported at Warrington Hospital since last week although inpatient numbers and infection rates are continuing to fall.

WARRINGTON and Halton Teaching Hospitals are reintroducing visiting in all settings within the Trust following restrictions made in line with the COVID-19 pandemic, from tomorrow, Tuesday, with face-coverings still required.

EIGHT women from across the world, brought together by a Warrington businesswoman, have shared their stories of resilience in a new book.

NEW Covid-19 infection rates are continuing a downward trend across Warrington, with some areas reporting zero cases in the latest small area data.

PEOPLE across Warrington are being asked to share their views on proposed changes to the town’s primary care extended access service.

TWO more COVID-19 deaths have sadly been reported at Warrington Hospital although inpatient numbers and infection rates are continuing to fall.

POLICE and Crime Commissioner John Dwyer, is encouraging people to reach out to those who may be struggling with their mental health

NINETIES chart-toppers East 17 are heading back out on tour this winter for a Christmas extravaganza, including a show at Warrington’s Parr Hall.

LYMM Festival returns at the end of June and organisers are calling on village residents, friends and families to get involved in the fun.

PEOPLE across Warrington are being urged to sign up to Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life with just a few weeks left until the big day.

LOCAL residents can join the nation in celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at Walton Hall and Gardens’ ‘Big Jubilee Lunch’ on Sunday 5 June.

WARRINGTON 10k race is back for the first time since the start of the pandemic, on Thursday 30th June at 19:30pm.

GULLIVER’S World in Warrington will host a Giant Jubilee with special events and celebrations during May and June.

LITERATURE lovers are in for a treat as an exciting new literature festival is to be held in Warrington next month.

A WARRINGTON husband whose wife lives with multiple sclerosis (MS)’ is completing 26 Miles on the SkiErg to raise vital funds for the MS Society.

WARRINGTON based volunteer Shannon Rowlands of Miller Homes was the star of the show at the company’s recent ‘Miller Meet’ event at Birchwood Park.

Joseph Holt Ltd has given to Warrington Borough Council an application for a variation of a Premises Licence for The Cat and Lion, Tarporley Road, Stretton, Warrington, WA4 4NB.

Lee Jonathan Hughes trading as Viable Transport Limited of 4, Aldford Close, Bromborough, Wirral, CH63 0PT is applying to change an existing licence as follows:

A NATIONAL pottery auction backed by the UK’s leading makers and celebrities will fund life-changing classes for children in Warrington.

PEOPLE across Warrington are being urged to sign up to Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life with just a few weeks left until the big day.

WARRINGTON Housing Association has launched a hardship fund to support its tenants hardest hit by the cost-of-living crisis.

A WARRINGTON husband whose wife lives with multiple sclerosis (MS)’ is completing 26 Miles on the SkiErg to raise vital funds for the MS Society.

PEOPLE across Warrington are being urged to sign up to Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life with just a few weeks left until the big day.

URGENT supplies are heading to Ukraine thanks to Warrington-based Care UK Charity- the 70th container/lorry of aid going abroad to help those displaced by or facing conflict.

WITH more than 4,000 votes pouring in for Warrington charities to feature on the town’s brand new official MONOPOLY board – the first charity and indeed organisation to ‘Pass GO’ is St Rocco’s Hospice!

TALENTED actor, writer and filmmaker Cat White has a new role as an ambassador for Warrington-based charity PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide.

IDENTICAL eleven-year-old twins Oscar and Sebastian Spink, who both suffer from a rare muscle-wasting condition, have raised over £3,000 for Muscular Dystrophy UK, after embarking on their biggest ever physical challenge.

A SOCIAL care worker turned charity director will skydive from 15,000ft to raise money for the Warrington charity where she has worked for over three decades.

VIDEO: IT will mark the end of an era when ferryman Kevin Wilkinson retires after almost 20 years of operating the historic Penny Ferry across the Manchester Ship Canal at Thelwall.

A NEW bid has been launched to safeguard the future of an 18th-century pub which, according to local legend, is haunted.

FOR the past 35 years John Cotterill has been working to uphold the memory of the veterans who served at Warrington’s RAF Burtonwood.

PLANS to refurbish and change the use of a historic building in Warrington town centre, have been submitted to the borough council.

A new road on the residential part of Omega has been named in memory of Major Frederic A Borsodi, USAAF, who tragically died whilst flying an experimental jet plane over Burtonwood airbase in January 1945.

A GROUP of aviation enthusiasts is set to fly in to Burtonwood Heritage Centre at Gulliver’s World to explore the fascinating history of the former airfield.

LOCAL trainspotters were given a rare treat when the Venice Orient Express travelled through Warrington, running from London Victoria to Runcorn in conjunction with the Grand National.

I have just read the April 2021 edition of Warrington Worldwide and I am delighted with Gary’s comments in the Editorial.

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.

My name is Julie Allen and at the start of this pandemic back in March, I set up a Facebook group called Coronavirus Support Warrington.

Read your ‘Editor’s Comment’ with interest, especially the part where you suggested that the required infrastructure be in place before…

ANDREW and Barbara Colyer enjoyed their trip down memory lane to Lymm and Grappenhall so much they had to write in to thank people for their hospitality and are now avid readers of our online publications.

THREE times over the last two weeks, when walking through St Thomas’ Churchyard in Stockton Heath, I was appalled to see dog walkers blatantly standing and watching their dogs off leash running around urinating on and fouling graves.

WARRINGTON businessman Carl Oates has sent a message of thanks to the people and businesses of Warrington who have helped launch his new building sites supplies business in the town.