Runner defies surgeons to complete 168 mile Montane Spine Race
AFTER falling off his bike as a child and injuring his knee on a broken bottle Chris Lees was told by surgeons he’d never been able to take part in sports again.
Author Gary Skentelbery
Gary Skentelbery
Experienced journalist for more than 40 years. Managing Director of magazine publishing group with three in-house titles and on-line daily newspaper for Warrington. Experienced writer, photographer, PR consultant and media expert having written for local, regional and national newspapers. Specialties: PR, media, social networking, photographer, networking, advertising, sales, media crisis management. Chair of Warrington Healthwatch Director Warrington Chamber of Commerce Patron Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation for Peace. Trustee Warrington Disability Partnership. Former Chairman of Warrington Town FC.
Council’s £10m investment in Texan oil company looks set to be “complete disaster” say Tories
LOCAL Tories have again raised concerns over Warrington Borough Council finances saying a £10m investment in a Texan oil company looks set to become a “complete disaster” for the town.
Man and woman arrested following drugs raid
OFFICERS from Warrington Neighbourhood Policing Unit have arrested a man and woman following a drugs raid in Bewsey and Whitecross.
More road works scheduled for historic Grappenhall village
MORE Heritage area road works are set to take place in historic Grappenhall village next month (August) for up to four weeks.
St Rocco’s Hospice Hike raises £12,700 towards patient care
THE second St Rocco’s Hospice Hike event has raised over £12,700 towards patient care after 87 courageous hikers met at Warrington Town Hall ready to walk pre-planned routes around the town.
Man charged after town centre stabbing incident during arrest
A 32-year-old man has appeared at Warrington Magistrates to face a number of charges including attempted section 18 wounding with intent to resist arrest following a stabbing incident in the town centre.
Lymm Runners give back to the community
LYMM Runners are a regular and familiar sight running along the pavements, tracks and trails in and around the village.
Bus company unveils bold Learner Bus design and welcomes new recruits
LOCAL bus company Warrington’s Own Buses is excited to unveil its brand new learner bus design and announce a fantastic opportunity for local residents to join their friendly team!
Police warn youngsters to staff away from derelict Jolly Falstaff pub
POLICE are warning youngsters to stay away from the derelict Jolly Falstaff pub at Padgate following ongoing issues with anti-social behaviour in the area.
Troops from 75 Engineers Regiment march through town as Freemen
TROOPS from the 75 Engineers Regiment marched through the heart of Warrington on Saturday exercising their right as Freemen of the borough.