Kitten left for dead in plastic bag survives thanks to student veterinary nurse
A KITTEN left for dead in a plastic bag with his five siblings on a freezing cold night in Warrington has miraculously survived – thanks to the love and care of a student veterinary nurse.
Rising river levels result in flood alert for River Sankey catchment area
HEAVY rainfall and a forecast of more to come has resulted in a Flood Alert for the River Sankey catchment with St Helens and Warrington.
Police seek witnesses following serious collision on Springfield Street
POLICE are appealing for witnesses and video footage following a serious collision on Springfield Street in Warrington town centre on Friday evening, December 12.
Police donate £50,000 to community charities this Christmas
Christmas is coming early for five Cheshire-based charities this year as Chief Constable Mark Roberts has announced they will each receive a share of £50k to support their work within the community.
Warrington Male Voice Choir announces new rehearsal venue
AFTER almost 40 years of rehearsing at Alford Hall, Warrington Male Voice Choir is embarking on an exciting new chapter at St James Church.
Culcheth Players get ready for some Fee Fi Fo FUN
BUSTER Gut Bucket the Giant has taken the Princess captive in his castle in the clouds. Will Jack be able to rescue her and win the hand of the girl he loves? Will Butter Milk the beloved cow ever get back home to the dairy?
Second phase of Peel Hall development approved – by one vote!
DESPITE opposition from from local residents town planners have approved the second phase of the controversial Peel Hall development at Warrington – by a single vote!
Flavers Restaurant celebrates “best newcomer” award win and raises funds for Mayor’s charities
FLAVERS Restaurant in Warrington hosted a vibrant celebration evening to mark their recent triumph in winning the Best Newcomer Curry Award 2025.
Queen Victoria abdicates best-dressed crown at Lymm Dickensian!
THOUSANDS of people packed into Lymm for the annual Dickensian Festival, as Queen Victoria graciously abdicated and handed over the best-dressed crown to someone more local.
Celebrating 20 years of Direct Taxis
WARRINGTON-based Direct Taxis is celebrating 20 years of business in the town, safe in the knowledge it is one of the safest and cheapest places to use a taxi.
Police seek information after four men armed with metal grinder steal cash from ATM at M&S store
DETECTIVES are appealing for witnesses and video footage following an ATM attack when four men armed with a metal grinder gained access to the M&S retail store at Gemini, Warrington.
Creamfields drug dealer faces Christmas behind bars
A drug dealer is facing Christmas behind bars after he admitted taking illegal drugs to the Creamfields music festival at Daresbury near Warrington.
£21k of illegal cigarettes and vapes seized during joint operation
Illegal tobacco, vapes and cigarettes worth an estimated £21k have been seized from shops across Warrington.
Woman arrested following theft of parcels in Latchford area
A woman has been arrested following the theft of parcels from outside properties in the Latchford area of Warrington.
Three men arrested for money laundering following M6 stop check
POLICE have recovered more than £12,000 cash and arrested three men following a stop check on the M6 at Winwick, Warrington.
Police cracking down on drink and drug drivers this Christmas
INCREASED police patrols are taking place across Warrington and Cheshire in a crackdown on drink and drug driving to keep the county safe over the festive period.
Twenty-nine wanted offenders arrested during targeted week of action
Cheshire Constabulary ran a week-long operation to target criminals wanted by police.
Appeal for vigilance following purse thefts in town centre
Police are appealing for people to be vigilant following recent purse thefts in Warrington town centre.
Man wanted on recall to prison
Police are appealing for help in tracing a man wanted on recall to prison.
Dangerous driver jailed following motorway pursuit near Warrington
A disqualified driver has been jailed after leading police on a dangerous pursuit across the M6 and Warrington.
Former high school teacher banned from teaching after sending inappropriate messages to child
A former high school teacher from Warrington who sent inappropriate messages to a child texting “I was horny,” and “you gay yet?” has been banned from teaching.
Plan for new all-through school approved despite opposition
PLANS to create a new “all-through” school catering for pupils aged 2-16 at Padgate have been approved by Warrington planners, despite opposition from local residents.
Major investment to expand local SEND provision including £675,000 investment at Birchwood High School
A major investment to expand SEND provision in Warrington, including a £675,000 investment at Birchwood High School, has been approved by Warrington Borough Council’s cabinet.
Controversial plans for “all-through” school recommended for approval
THE controversial plans for a new “all through” school catering for pupils aged 2-16 at Poulton-with-Feanhead comes before Warrington planning chiefs next week.
Sophie’s focus on firefighting career
A FORMER Priestley student whose goal is to become a firefighter recently reflected on her experiences so far.
Specialist school plan for former children’s day nursery
PLANNING chiefs at Warrington are studying proposals to convert a former children’s day nursery into a specialist school for children with emotional and mental health issues whose needs are not met by mainstream schools.
College thrilled to receive prestigious Employer of the Year award
WARRINGTON & Vale Royal college has been awarded Employer of the Year: Platinum at the prestigious Investors in People awards, an accolade that reflects the college’s unwavering commitment to its staff and its recent achievement of Platinum status.
Record number of college students progress to university
Warrington & Vale Royal College is celebrating an exceptional year of student success, with new data showing more of their level 3 students than ever before progressed to university following this summer’s Vocational Results Day.
Charity golf day raised nearly £300 for cancer research and college
A CHARITY golf day featuring students and staff from Warrington’s Priestley College raised nearly £300 for cancer research and the college student fund.
Warrington primary school named a winner at Educate Awards
A WARRINGTON primary school was named a winner at this year’s Educate Awards.
Would a Turkey vote for Christmas?
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.
Future of Woolston Hub should be a “no brainer” for council
LET us all hope Warrington Borough Council’s six-week consultation over the future of Woolston Neighbourhood Hub results in a positive outcome for the thousands of local people who rely on the community facility.
Stop moaning and do something useful like the Warrington Litter Network
DURING my travels around Warrington reporting on local issues or showcasing local offerings, it never ceases to amaze me how many negative people pop up on social media having a go at the town they live or work in.
Broaden your horizons and celebrate other cultures
CONGRATULATIONS to everyone involved in this year’s Warrington Mela which is fast becoming one of the highlights of the year in the town’s calendar of events.
Toxic politics reaches a new low in Culcheth
I’m sorry to say that the world of toxic politics has reached a new low in the Culcheth area – and it’s not just me saying it – I am hearing it from lots of people across the whole of Warrington.
Shocked and horrified by level of online homophobia directed at Warrington Pride
THE year is 2025 and the UK is meant to be a place of freedom of expression – although sadly not judging by some of the commentary linked to my coverage of Warrington Pride.
Time for a much-needed apology from the corridors of power
THE findings of the Government’s Best Value Inspection into the financial affairs of Warrington Borough Council came as no surprise for many, with debts of around £1.8 billion.
Keep up the great work Warrington Litter Networks
CONGRATULATIONS to everyone involved with the volunteer Warrington Litter Networks who took part in the Great British Spring Clean recently, collecting over 300 tonnes of rubbish!
Remembering the remarkable Cindy Sturman
THERE wasn’t as dry eye in the house when family and friends gathered at the Raven Inn to celebrate the life of Cindy Sturman.
Disappointing but not surprising
WHILE there will be lots of disappointment in Lymm following the approval of new “prison block” retirement apartments on former Green Belt land in the village, it was hardly surprising to see the development allowed on appeal.
Lymm’s fighting spirit shines despite scoreboard setback
DESPITE the final score and a 33-43 home defeat to Cinderford, Lymm’s relentless attack and dominance in territory show a team with plenty to build on.
Rylands triumph over fellow promotion hopefuls
WARRINGTON Rylands ended their three-match winless run with a hard-fought victory over fellow promotion hopefuls Lancaster City, a result manager Neil Reynolds described as “fantastic.”
Three is the magic number for Warrington Town as Daly strikes late winner
REECE Daly lashed home an injury time winner to make it third time lucky for Warrington Town in a 3-2 win at Rushall Olympic.
Luke Littler kick-starts title defence with win and rules himself out of BBC SPOTY race
AS he kick-started his World Darts Championship title defence with a win, Luke Littler said he won’t be attending the BBC Sports Personality 2025 Awards ceremony.
Junior Tse awarded black belt at karate aged just nine!
A nine-year-old youngster from Lymm has become the youngest black belt in his karate class aged just nine.
Lymm lose in Devon but leave their mark
LYMM made the long journey to Devon for a first-ever encounter with Barnstaple, another club with a proud heritage, having been founded 149 years ago.
Lymm’s fighting spirit shines despite scoreboard setback
DESPITE the final score and a 33-43 home defeat to Cinderford, Lymm’s relentless attack and dominance in territory show a team with plenty to build on.
Rylands triumph over fellow promotion hopefuls
WARRINGTON Rylands ended their three-match winless run with a hard-fought victory over fellow promotion hopefuls Lancaster City, a result manager Neil Reynolds described as “fantastic.”
Three is the magic number for Warrington Town as Daly strikes late winner
REECE Daly lashed home an injury time winner to make it third time lucky for Warrington Town in a 3-2 win at Rushall Olympic.
Luke Littler kick-starts title defence with win and rules himself out of BBC SPOTY race
AS he kick-started his World Darts Championship title defence with a win, Luke Littler said he won’t be attending the BBC Sports Personality 2025 Awards ceremony.
Junior Tse awarded black belt at karate aged just nine!
A nine-year-old youngster from Lymm has become the youngest black belt in his karate class aged just nine.
Lymm lose in Devon but leave their mark
LYMM made the long journey to Devon for a first-ever encounter with Barnstaple, another club with a proud heritage, having been founded 149 years ago.
Celebrating 20 years of Direct Taxis
WARRINGTON-based Direct Taxis is celebrating 20 years of business in the town, safe in the knowledge it is one of the safest and cheapest places to use a taxi.
5 best prop trading firms in the UK
Futures prop trading has become popular among UK traders, largely because it’s easy to access remotely, affordable to get started, and perfectly aligned with US market hours.
Prepaid dollar cards: a practical solution for paying for international services
Paying for international subscriptions and digital services has become a routine part of the budget for entrepreneurs, freelancers and globally distributed teams. Cloud storage, software licences, CRM tools, design platforms and ad accounts all require recurring payments, usually in US dollars.
Local estate agency builds for growth with support from HSBC UK
WARRINGTON-based independent property specialist Belvoir Sales & Lettings is laying the groundwork for further growth following a change in ownership, after securing a six-figure funding package from HSBC UK.
Cheshire businesses offer ex-offenders a fresh start
Eleven ex-offenders in Cheshire have now been offered the chance to make a fresh start thanks to a new scheme that aims to cut the cycle of re-offending in the county.
The importance of the correct PPE when working with machinery
Industrial machinery can inflict catastrophic injury, if it’s not handled properly. But perhaps more problematic are the long-term, gradual effects.
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Warrington Male Voice Choir announces new rehearsal venue
AFTER almost 40 years of rehearsing at Alford Hall, Warrington Male Voice Choir is embarking on an exciting new chapter at St James Church.
Culcheth Players get ready for some Fee Fi Fo FUN
BUSTER Gut Bucket the Giant has taken the Princess captive in his castle in the clouds. Will Jack be able to rescue her and win the hand of the girl he loves? Will Butter Milk the beloved cow ever get back home to the dairy?
Flavers Restaurant celebrates “best newcomer” award win and raises funds for Mayor’s charities
FLAVERS Restaurant in Warrington hosted a vibrant celebration evening to mark their recent triumph in winning the Best Newcomer Curry Award 2025.
Public urged to use NHS 111 ahead of doctor strikes during busy Christmas period
People across Cheshire and Merseyside are being urged to use NHS 111 for all non-emergency healthcare needs ahead of planned industrial action by resident doctors (previously known as junior doctors) and the busy Christmas period.
Public urged to use NHS 111 ahead of doctor strikes during busy Christmas period
People across Cheshire and Merseyside are being urged to use NHS 111 for all non-emergency healthcare needs ahead of planned industrial action by resident doctors (previously known as junior doctors) and the busy Christmas period.
Local workforce and residents offered free access and special discounts at new Daresbury Health Club
WARRINGTON workers and local residents are able to try the facilities for free at the new Daresbury Health Club, with special discounts for coffee lounge.
Hoarding – a mental health condition you may need help with!
HOARDING is officially recognised as a mental health condition – but Warrington-based social care charity Making Space can help deal with it.
Last chance to share your views on men’s health services
Healthwatch Warrington is making a final call for men across the community to share their experiences with health and mental health services before the survey closes on December 22.
Culcheth Players get ready for some Fee Fi Fo FUN
BUSTER Gut Bucket the Giant has taken the Princess captive in his castle in the clouds. Will Jack be able to rescue her and win the hand of the girl he loves? Will Butter Milk the beloved cow ever get back home to the dairy?
Iconic Walton Hall stars in Netflix TV series
WARRINGTON’S iconic Walton Hall and Gardens have taken centre stage in the highly anticipated Netflix and AMC series Talamasca: The Secret Order.
Children’s Society survey says 2-in-3 people think Christmas is too commercial
A NEW poll from The Children’s Society reveals that two in three people in the North West – including Warrington – think Christmas is too commercial.
From Christmas classics, big hits from the 80s and two-tone – Live music at Empire Warrington
THIS weekend’s Live Music at the Empire in Warrington town centre has a wide variety of tastes, kicking off on Friday with full-on Xmas party mode!
Police donate £50,000 to community charities this Christmas
Christmas is coming early for five Cheshire-based charities this year as Chief Constable Mark Roberts has announced they will each receive a share of £50k to support their work within the community.
Flavers Restaurant celebrates “best newcomer” award win and raises funds for Mayor’s charities
FLAVERS Restaurant in Warrington hosted a vibrant celebration evening to mark their recent triumph in winning the Best Newcomer Curry Award 2025.
Bellway supports Mission Christmas for third year running
The Warrington-based regional office of housebuilder Bellway has once again supported Cash for Kids, donating hundreds of toys and gifts to the annual Mission Christmas appeal.
Public Notice: Licensing Act 2003: Notice of Application for Grant of a Premises Licence – Rios Piri Piri
Rios Piri Piri Warrington Limited has given to Warrington Borough Council an application for the Grant of a Premises Licence for 110 Bridge street, Warrington, WA1 2RU, on 11 December 2025.
Police donate £50,000 to community charities this Christmas
Christmas is coming early for five Cheshire-based charities this year as Chief Constable Mark Roberts has announced they will each receive a share of £50k to support their work within the community.
Flavers Restaurant celebrates “best newcomer” award win and raises funds for Mayor’s charities
FLAVERS Restaurant in Warrington hosted a vibrant celebration evening to mark their recent triumph in winning the Best Newcomer Curry Award 2025.
Bellway supports Mission Christmas for third year running
The Warrington-based regional office of housebuilder Bellway has once again supported Cash for Kids, donating hundreds of toys and gifts to the annual Mission Christmas appeal.
Festive fun as Santas Dash for charity at Walton Hall & Gardens
THE grounds of Walton Hall & Gardens in Warrington were a sea of red and white as participants, decked out in full Santa suits, took part in the annual Warrington Disability Partnership (WDP) Santa Dash.
The hidden slaughterhouse of the Earls of Warrington
Deep in the heart of Cheshire, in the grounds of Dunham Massey park, once home to the Earls of Warrington, stands a stunning and mysterious archaic building hidden away amongst tall, mighty oak trees that have stood for over five hundred years in what was once a Medieval deer park.
Dedicated volunteers team up with Warrington Museum to bring the story of a beloved steamship to life
Manchester Ship Canal’s fascinating history has been brought to life at Warrington Museum and Art Gallery.
Book Society auction raises funds for four Warrington charities
WARRINGTON Gentlemen’s Book Society, the oldest society in the town, helped raise funds for four local charities, with an auction…
Historic Grappenhall and St. Wilfrid’s Church
Today Grappenhall village is a leafy suburb of Warrington tucked away just off the A50 Knutsford Road, but Grappenhall has an ancient past with a firm foothold in the history of Warrington.
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.


