New science block for high school
PLANS for a single-storey science block, providing 11 new laboratories, at Great Sankey High School, has been given the go-ahead by Warrington planners.
Author David Skentelbery
Trees ablaze at Birchwood
FIRE crews tackled a blaze involving three conifers and fencing at Birchwood, Warrington, this afternoon.
Grappers lose key match in relegation struggle
GRAPPENHALL lost a key match at home to Oulton Park as their struggle to stay in the Vivio Cheshire League Premier division reached a crucial stage.
Two reasons for motorists to celebrate in Warrington
MOTORISTS in Warrington will have two reasons to celebrate next week, with the completion of one major highways improvement scheme, and the start of another.
Affordable homes plan thrown out
A HOUSING association scheme to build a three-storey block of affordable homes has been thrown out by Warrington planning chiefs.
Should council enforce 20mph speed limits?
COUNCILS could enforce 20mph limits by collaborating with local police.
Drink driver chased by members of public
TWO members of the public chased after a drink-driver who took to his heels after crashing his car at Warrington
Planners approve two sites for travelling showpeople
PLANNING chiefs at Warrington have given the go-ahead for two residential sites for travelling showpeople – despite opposition from nearby residents.
Police on guard in case of biker “invasion”
POLICE are to mount extra patrols in Warrington today and tomorrow following an invasion of…
Crews wanted for St Rocco’s Dragon Boat race
A NUMBER of late cancellations have left St Rocco’s Hospice short of boats for their annual Dragon Boat Race on the Mersey.