Motorway slip roads to be closed for a full weekend
DRIVERS using the M56 through Cheshire are being reminded the eastbound slip roads at junction 12 for Runcorn and Widnes will be closed for a whole weekend later this month.
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Retiring councillor “overwhelmed” at support from residents
A WARRINGTON councillor who announced earlier this year that he would not be seeking re-election in next month’s elections says he has been “overwhelmed” by the support he has received from local residents.
Starman – the David Bowie tribute show
STARMAN – The David Bowie Story is the ultimate tribute to the much-loved legend.
Rare bird makes its home on historic canal
AN increasingly rare bird has made its home in woodland at Warrington’s historic New Cut Canal.
Vandals blamed for tree fire
VANDALS are believed to have started a fire involving a tree on land off Bewsey Farm Close, Bewsey, Warrington last night.
Ex-golf professional jailed for robbery
A FORMER professional golfer, arrested in Warrington in possession of knives, a mask and latex gloves, has been jailed for nine years after pleading guilty to two robberies.
A show for those who are mad about musicals
FANS of songs from the shows will have plenty to celebrate when the Mad About the Musicals tour calls at Warrington.
Top award for local cancer nurse
A NURSE from Warrington has been named “Oncology Nurse of the Year” for her work at Manchester’s famous Christie Hospital.
New nursery school building approved
PLANS have been approved for a new nursery learning building at St Philip’s CE Primary School, Westbrook.
Sprinkler system averts serious fire
A SPRINKLER system prevented a serious fire at a Warrington works this afternoon.