A trio of fantastic shows heading for town
CULTURE Warrington is set to present another unforgettable year of events as Pyramid and Parr Hall announce a trio of fantastic shows.
Author David Skentelbery
Big increase in the number of people diagnosed with diabetes
THE number of people diagnosed with diabetes in Warrington has increased from 11,839 to 12,115 since last year, it has been revealed by Diabetes UK.
Council urged to take urgent action on flooded playing fields
THREE Labour election hopefuls have joined residents of Woolston in calling on Warrington Borough Council to take urgent action to tackle flooding issues on the playing fields on Hillock Lane.
Housing scheme approved despite neighbour objections
PLANNING bosses have given the go ahead to proposals to build two detached houses at Lymm – despite opposition from 14 nearby residents and Lymm Parish Council.
Man alleged to have knuckle duster in shopping centre
A MAN was arrested at Warrington’s Cockhedge shopping centre for alleged possession of an offensive weapon – a knuckle duster.
Seven ill after warehouse chemical leak
SEVEN members of staff reported feeling ill after a chemical leak at warehouse premises in Warrington early today.
Council welcomes focus on Northern Powerhouse Rail
TOWN Hall chiefs at Warrington have welcomed the focus on Northern Powerhouse Rail in a new HS2 report – along with indications from the government that the Golborne Link could be dropped from the plans.
High school students in challenging language contest
FIVE Warrington high schools took part in a challenging Oxford University access initiative for Year 9 students.
Village launches drive to become carbon neutral in five years
AN initiative to make the village of Lymm carbon neutral by 2025 – or even sooner – has been launched by Lymm Parish Council.
Teenager who carried knife must pay £106
A 17-year-old boy has admitted carrying a knife in Latchford, Warrington