Police alerted after deliberate fire in woodlands
POLICE have been asked to investigate after a deliberate fire was started in a wooded area off Burtonwood Road, Warrington, last night.
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Fire crews rescue person from River Mersey
FIRE crews were involved in a rescue operation after a person entered the River Mersey off Kingsway North, last night, Friday.
Six fire engines and animal rescue unit attend multi-vehicle collision on M56
SIX fire crews and the animal rescue unit attended a multi-vehicle collision on the M56…
Police release CCTV images following town centre assault
POLICE have released CCTV images of a man they would like to speak to following an assault in Warrington town centre.
Strong growth showcased at Warrington Annual Property Review
CONTINUING strong growth, evolution, economic resilience, and confidence for the future was showcased to more than 200 business leaders at the annual Warrington Property Review.
Unlucky 13 speeding drivers faced interrogation from school children
THIRTEEN drivers faced an uncomfortable interrogation from school children on why they were speeding outside…
Treat for steam buffs as The White Rose roars through Warrington
LOCAL train enthusiasts were given another treat this week when “The White Rose” steam train roared through Warrington.
Council set to implement parking restrictions due to highway safety concerns at Winwick car boot sales
HIGHWAY planners have given notice they intend to implement parking restrictions on roads impacted by the popular car boot sales at Winwick due to road safety concerns.
Penketh Carnival cancelled
THIS year’s Penketh Carnival, scheduled to take place on July 20, has been cancelled.
M56 closed in both directions as fire crews tackle lorry blaze
THE M56 was closed in both directions on Wednesday evening, resulting in a lengthy closure as fire crews tackled a blaze involving a large haulage vehicle causing significant amounts of black smoke.