Suspected arson attack on children’s play area at Padgate
FIREFIGHTERS were called out last night following a suspected arson attack on a children’s play area at Padgate, Warrington.
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Neighbouring property evacuated as firefighters tackle kitchen fire
TWO fire crews were called out to tackle a kitchen fire at a semi-detached property at Winwick which resulted in a neighbouring property being evacuated.
Police appeal to parents after large group of youths congregate on Mary Ann Meadows
POLICE have appealed to parents to ensure their children observe the “rule of six” COVID-19 restrictions after a large group of youths gathered on Mary Ann Meadows at Great Sankey.
Firefighters tackle large rubbish fire
FIREFIGHTERS from Warrington were called out last night to tackle a fire involving a large pile of rubbish at Collins Green.
New walk-through COVID-19 test facility set to open in Warrington as cases continue to rise
A new pilot “walk-through” COVID-19 test site is set to open in Warrington next week as cases continue to rise with a further 73 (57) new lab-confirmed positive test results reported in the town today, Saturday.
Public health leaders explain COVID-19 restrictions following confusion over “local lockdown”
WARRINGTON’S Public Health leaders have explained the current COVID-19 restrictions for Warrington following confusion and misunderstandings – with the town technically not in a “local lockdown.”
Council to write off over £200,000 of bad debts
WARRINGTON council is writing-off around £204,000 in unpaid debts made up from housing benefit overpayments, council tax, business rates and other debts.
COVID-19 R number rising across the country as 57 new cases confirmed in Warrington
WITH government advisers estimating that the COVID-19 “R number” is rising across the country, a further 57 new lab-confirmed positive test results have been reported in Warrington today, Friday.
Haulage boss involved in international drug trafficking conspiracy
A haulage firm boss from Woolston who was arrested at his home in connection with the death of 39 migrants, has admitted being involved in a criminal network which moved drugs and dirty cash across Europe.
No charges to be brought over death of Andrew Webster outside Screwfix store
NO charges are to be brought against a 24-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of assault outside a Screwfix store, which resulted in the death of Warrington dad-of-three Andrew Webster.