£3 billion programme to re-build region’s water network
WARRINGTON-based United Utilities has signed a landmark agreement to refurbish the crucial Haweswater aqueduct, that carries water from Cumbria to 2.5 million customers across the North West.
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Plans submitted for re-development of former university campus
DETAILED plans for the re-development of the former Padgate campus of the University of Chester, including 410 dwellings, have now been submitted to Warrington Borough Council planners.
Is Bridge Street still the cause of town’s night time issues?
IS Warrington’s Bridge Street – long regarded by many as the centre of the town’s evening economy but also the cause of its night time issues – still the problem it used to be?
Heavy defeat for Warrington in Cheshire County League
WARRINGTON suffered a heavy defeat against Heaton Mersey – the latest in a series of disappointing results in their Cheshire County League come-back season.
Solar Together scheme returns in Warrington
THE Solar Together scheme – introduced in Warrington two years ago – to enable residents to benefit from group buying of solar panels and battery storage, has re-opened.
Some bus services to cease operation next month
A NUMBER of bus services in Warrington will cease operation next month, following a review of services across the borough.
“Firearm” incident: Man charged and due to appear in court
A MAN who was arrested after reports of a disturbance involving what appeared to be a firearm in Warrington town centre earlier this week has now been charged.
Council leaders pledge: “No-one will be left behind by devolution”
COUNCIL leaders across Cheshire and Warrington have today reassured local rural communities that “no one will be left behind by devolution, as the benefits will go to all communities across the whole area”.
£10,000 worth of illegal goods found in Warrington shop
A JOINT investigation between police, Trading Standards, Immigration and HM Revenue and Customs resulted in the discovery of more than £10,000 worth of illegal goods in a Warrington shop.
Research reveals hidden health challenge of music festivals
NEW research into UK music festivals – such as Creamfields which returns to Warrington again from August 21-24 – has revealed a hidden health challenge that is seldom spoken about.