University’s 18th annual Diversity Festival
THE University of Chester’s 18th annual Diversity Festival runs from February 27 to March 10 – and some of the events are being held in Warrington.
Author David Skentelbery
All-electric bus fleet will arrive next year – one of biggest in the UK
TOWN Hall chiefs at Warrington have given the green light to proposals that will result in the town having an all-electric bus fleet next year.
Orange Grove is “Outstanding” says Ofsted
WARRINGTON-based Orange Grove Foster Care North West are celebrating after being awarded their third consecutive “Outstanding” Ofsted results.
Train operator Northern tackles ticket fraudsters
TRAIN operator Northern has made it more difficult for fraudsters to cheat ticket checks on its trains.
Coach house conversion plan in grounds of Listed building
PLANNING chiefs have given the go-ahead for the refurbishment of a coach house in the grounds of Grade 2 Listed Brookfield House, Lymm and its conversion to a dwelling.
Cardiology clinic helps slash hospital waiting times – at no extra cost to NHS
A TRIO of NHS contract wins for a Warrington-based cardiology clinic has helped to slash hospital waiting times across the North West, at no increased cost to the NHS.
Surprise, surprise! 84 per cent of Warrington’s roads are in good condition
IT may surprise most local motorists, but according to new research, 84 percent of Warrington’s roads are in good condition and do not require maintenance.
£30,000 grants offered to local charities or community groups
A WARRINGTON care home is offering grants totalling £30,000 to local charities or community groups in the name of a former resident.
Plans for improved beer garden at popular pub
PLANS for an improved beer garden at a popular Warrington pub have been submitted to the borough council.
Opening the door for rail workers of the future
TRANSPENNINE Express is marking National Apprenticeship Week by opening the door for rail workers of the future to register their interest in the scheme and to earn while they learn.