THE number of people in Warrington claiming unemployment-related benefits has risen to its highest level for more than four years, according to the latest official figures.

FIREFIGHTERS were called to a chimney fire at a property in Cranborne Avenue, Warrington.

A range of subjects at the University of Chester have been placed in the UK’s top 20 in the Guardian University Guide 2027, while the institution has climbed the overall rankings and made the top 20% for the value added for students.

Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School has welcomed their newest students into the school community with their annual Inauguration Service.

A Warrington man is hoping to inspire others through a special exhibition of his artwork, which will go on display at Holy Trinity Coffee Bar next week.

Music lovers can look forward to an entertaining evening of opera, musical theatre and Gilbert & Sullivan when Stockton Heath Music Society launches its autumn series later this month.

WARRINGTON could be well placed to benefit from a new Government-backed “People’s Power” scheme aimed at putting communities in control…

PLANS for a controversial giant logistics rail freight development on the doorstep of Warrington have taken another step forward after developer Tritax Big Box Developments completed the acquisition of around 40 acres of land.

WARRINGTON Disability Partnership is proving that sustainability is about far more than saving energy – it can also mean recycling equipment, recycling opportunities and ultimately changing lives.

FIREFIGHTERS were called to Alder Lane, Warrington, after a commercial bin caught fire outside a business.

A registered sex offender who subjected a woman to a terrifying ordeal on a train travelling through Cheshire has been jailed just 72 hours after the incident, following a rapid British Transport Police investigation.

A 33-year-old man wanted in connection with a burglary was found hiding in a tent in a wooded area near Sankey Valley Park in Warrington after successfully evading police for 18 months.

Two teenagers have been sentenced for their part in causing a deliberate fire at a disused building on Barbauld Street in Warrington.

A Warrington man who was previously jailed in France for murdering his partner has been sentenced to six years in prison after seriously assaulting his elderly father at the family home in Winwick.

A gymnastics coach in Warrington has been charged with sexual offences as part of an investigation by Cheshire Constabulary’s Online Child Abuse Investigation Team.

A man has been charged with drugs offences following an investigation by detectives from Warrington Proactive CID into drug dealing in the town.

A man has been charged with drugs offences following a stop check in Warrington.

A suspected drug-driver has been arrested following a four-vehicle collision which closed the M56 at Stretton, Warrington, on Monday night.

Officers investigating an attempted arson in Warrington have released a CCTV image and are appealing for information and witnesses.

A police helicopter was seen circling over Warrington town centre today after officers attempted to stop a car which then made off.

A range of subjects at the University of Chester have been placed in the UK’s top 20 in the Guardian University Guide 2027, while the institution has climbed the overall rankings and made the top 20% for the value added for students.

Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School has welcomed their newest students into the school community with their annual Inauguration Service.

The first 36 Year 7 pupils at Bruche Academy are settling in nicely as the new school year gets underway.

Warrington & Vale Royal College has celebrated another year of outstanding achievement, with students on its Access to Higher Education (HE) courses achieving a 100% pass rate.

CHRIST Church CE Primary School, Padgate has been gifted more than 300 backpacks filled with a book, water bottle, pens, pencils and more as part of Amazon’s “Packed with Purpose” community initiative.

Around 1,000 students have gained valuable insight into careers in the leisure and hospitality sector during the last 12 months through Gulliver’s World’s Work Experience Workshops.

As children return to school for the 2026-27 year, the government is introducing new rules to help address the added financial pressures on parents through excessive school uniform costs.

Every September, a bunch of Warrington sixth formers trade the Golden Square for Zone 1. Priestley College alone sends dozens to London each year, and plenty more head off from other local sixth forms.

THE majority of state secondary schools in Warrington have now either introduced or committed to introducing phone-free school days, as a campaign inspired by the tragic death of local teenager Brianna Ghey gathers momentum.

SIR Thomas Boteler Church of England High School is beyond delighted and immensely proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of the Class of 2026, who have secured the best set of GCSE results in the history of the school.

THERE is something deeply disturbing about the sudden collapse of a charity whose very purpose was to stop young people taking their own lives.

THERE is something rather special about a village being able to celebrate its own sporting legend while, at the same time, celebrating the people who have worked tirelessly to preserve the story of the village itself.

THERE can be little argument that Britain needs more affordable homes. Young families deserve the chance to get on the property ladder, older residents need suitable accommodation to downsize into, and businesses rely on a growing workforce.

THERE comes a point when difficult conversations can no longer be postponed. For Warrington Borough Council, that point has long since arrived.

Warrington Borough Council has reopened the Warrington Local Plan for a major overhaul.

THE irony of the new-style Warrington Walking Day which will take place this year is that it will result in changes many people have been seeking for years.

WARRINGTON is often held up as a success story of modern regional Britain—but that narrative is beginning to fray, despite another upbeat Property Review last week.

IT is hard to believe it was 10 years ago today that I was reporting on the heartbreaking story about local band Viola Beach being killed in a tragic accident while on their first tour abroad.

I had a very positive meeting with Independent Cllr. Neil Johnson who has kindly agreed to plug some of the funding gap left by Culcheth & Glazebury Parish Council.

AS our American cousins celebrated Thanksgiving this week, Warrington Borough Councillors are set to vote on some key issues on Monday evening – including giving themselves another increase in allowances.

Latchford Albion Giants secured a home play-off semi-final after racking up a 58-22 victory over Blackpool Scorpions at the weekend.

LYMM, for what is known as a derby in this league, travelled to Birmingham-based Bournville, who were promoted back into National League 2 this season, but are not new opponents.

WARRINGTON Rylands were forced to settle for a 1–1 draw against Stockton Town after a dramatic first half saw them take the lead, concede a late penalty and finish the match with 10 men.

WARRINGTON TOWN suffered a heavy setback at Broadhurst Park on Saturday with their first defeat on the road, as FC United of Manchester ran out 4-1 winners against the Yellows.

A WARRINGTON Wolves side featuring 13 academy products defeated Toulouse to secure third spot in the Super League table.

WARRINGTON Wolves have announced the signing of powerful centre Jacob Gagai on a two-year deal ahead of the 2027 season.

Latchford Albion Giants secured a home play-off semi-final after racking up a 58-22 victory over Blackpool Scorpions at the weekend.

LYMM, for what is known as a derby in this league, travelled to Birmingham-based Bournville, who were promoted back into National League 2 this season, but are not new opponents.

WARRINGTON Rylands were forced to settle for a 1–1 draw against Stockton Town after a dramatic first half saw them take the lead, concede a late penalty and finish the match with 10 men.

WARRINGTON TOWN suffered a heavy setback at Broadhurst Park on Saturday with their first defeat on the road, as FC United of Manchester ran out 4-1 winners against the Yellows.

A WARRINGTON Wolves side featuring 13 academy products defeated Toulouse to secure third spot in the Super League table.

WARRINGTON Wolves have announced the signing of powerful centre Jacob Gagai on a two-year deal ahead of the 2027 season.

Every office has that one drawer or locker nobody can get into. Someone left, took the key with them, and now a perfectly good filing cabinet is just sitting there collecting dust. It sounds like nothing, but it quietly adds up.

The business landscape in Warrington has always been defined by its resilience and ability to adapt. From the historic markets in the town center to the cutting-edge tech firms in Birchwood Park, local entrepreneurs are constantly looking for ways to gain a competitive edge.

BUSINESS owners and retailers from across Warrington are being invited to attend the Warrington Conservative Business Forum at the Halliwell Jones Stadium on Wednesday, 30 September 2026.

Birchwood Park, the North West’s largest out-of-town business destination, has welcomed Green Earth Developments as its latest occupier, further strengthening the park’s growing business community and established cluster of house builders and property businesses.

Clare Murray has been appointed Director of Complex Services by Compassionate Care Group.

WARRINGTON is playing an important role in a nuclear jobs boom which has seen more than 6,400 high-skilled jobs created across the North West in just five years.

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Music lovers can look forward to an entertaining evening of opera, musical theatre and Gilbert & Sullivan when Stockton Heath Music Society launches its autumn series later this month.

If you’re renting in Warrington, chances are you’ve looked around your flat or terraced house and thought, “I wish I could do something with this place.” And honestly, most renters in the town think the same thing. Everyone just assumes they’re stuck with magnolia walls and whatever dodgy curtains the last tenant left behind.

GULLIVER’S World’s Land of Lights is returning bigger and brighter than ever and families are being urged to book now for the best bargain ticket prices.

BUSINESS owners and retailers from across Warrington are being invited to attend the Warrington Conservative Business Forum at the Halliwell Jones Stadium on Wednesday, 30 September 2026.

Falling asleep in a quiet room sounds easy, but many people lie awake while their mind keeps reacting to small sounds. White noise is one of the most popular bedtime tools because it replaces sudden noises with one steady, continuous signal. It does not switch off the brain, but it can make a room feel more predictable and less alerting.

WARRINGTON looks set to finally get an Urgent Treatment Centre – but a councillor has warned that a major new healthcare facility will count for little if patients cannot get to it.

Most of the serious conditions I see in general practice announce themselves. There is pain, or a lump, or a cough that will not shift. High blood pressure does none of that. It sits quietly for years, damaging the arteries, heart, kidneys and brain, and the first sign that anything was wrong is often a stroke or a heart attack.

Pain and injuries can make it difficult to work, exercise, sleep, or enjoy your normal daily activities. Whether you are dealing with persistent back pain, recovering from a sports injury, or seeking rehabilitation after an accident, professional physiotherapy in Brampton can help you work toward better mobility, strength, and physical function.

BUSINESS owners and retailers from across Warrington are being invited to attend the Warrington Conservative Business Forum at the Halliwell Jones Stadium on Wednesday, 30 September 2026.

Comedian, presenter and broadcaster Sue Perkins is embarking on her first stand-up tour in almost two decades.

DRIVERS are being warned to plan ahead as a large number of roads across Warrington will be closed for the annual Running Festival this Sunday (September 20).

FOR a generation of Warrington music lovers, Casi was far more than a nightclub. It was a place to belong – and now the spirit of the legendary Mersey Street venue is being brought back for one special night.

WARRINGTON Disability Partnership is proving that sustainability is about far more than saving energy – it can also mean recycling equipment, recycling opportunities and ultimately changing lives.

ATG Airports has renewed its Silver Patronage of Warrington Youth Zone, reaffirming its commitment to supporting young people across Warrington.

A family history spanning the Atlantic is bringing a Dallas woman to Warrington in the hope of reconnecting with relatives whose roots lie deep in Burtonwood’s brewing past.

A Woolston care home was transformed into a hive of activity at the weekend as residents, families and members of the local community came together to raise vital funds for a brave two-year-old boy living with childhood dementia.

WARRINGTON Disability Partnership is proving that sustainability is about far more than saving energy – it can also mean recycling equipment, recycling opportunities and ultimately changing lives.

ATG Airports has renewed its Silver Patronage of Warrington Youth Zone, reaffirming its commitment to supporting young people across Warrington.

A Woolston care home was transformed into a hive of activity at the weekend as residents, families and members of the local community came together to raise vital funds for a brave two-year-old boy living with childhood dementia.

On Sunday September 13, three determined runners represented Warrington-based children’s charity Adoption Matters at the Great North Run, the world’s largest half marathon.

A family history spanning the Atlantic is bringing a Dallas woman to Warrington in the hope of reconnecting with relatives whose roots lie deep in Burtonwood’s brewing past.

A WARRINGTON man will once again pay his respects to the 16 innocent people killed during one of the town’s darkest moments of the Second World War – the Thames Board Mills bombing.

HUNDREDS of visitors stepped inside Warrington’s policing past yesterday as the Museum of Policing in Cheshire opened its doors for a special Heritage Open Day.

This month is your chance to uncover hidden stories, explore local landmarks and celebrate Warrington’s rich heritage as Heritage Open Days return this September.

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.

AS we enter the New Year, it’s never been more important to talk about our mental health.

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.