Cultural drive will continue despite failed City of Culture bid
WARRINGTON has failed to be shortlisted for the 2021 UK City of Culture title.
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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. Former Chair of Warrington Healthwatch Director Warrington Chamber of Commerce Patron Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation for Peace. Patron Warrington Disability Partnership. Former Chairman of Warrington Town FC.
Wolves dig deep to pull off memorable victory at Wigan
IT may be too little too late but Warrington Wolves dug deep to record a memorable 10-16 victory over Wigan Warriors at the DW Stadium.
River rescue man charged with police assault
A 39-year-old man who sparked a major rescue operation after jumping into the River Mersey at Sankey Bridges, Warrington, last night has been charged with assaulting a police officer.
More than 250 dangerous drivers facing lengthy bans and large fines
MORE than 250 motorists are facing driving bans and large fines following a Cheshire police clampdown on drink or drug driving during June – with the largest number being caught in Warrington.
Doors close for final time at Relationships Centre
A WARRINGTON charity hit by a financial crisis has closed its doors for the final time.
Council to consult on Cenotaph before making final decision
WARRINGTON Borough Council has decided to consult with the War Graves Commission before making a final decision on the future of Warrington Cenotaph on Bridge Foot.
Man reported in River Mersey at Sankey Bridges
EMERGENCY services were scrambled following reports of a man swimming in the River Mersey at Sankey Bridges, Warrington, earlier this evening.
Travellers evicted from sports fields at Fearnhead
WARRINGTON Borough Council has successfully evicted travellers from sports fields at Fearnhead, 10 days after they arrived at the site.
Local landscape architect sweeps the board at RHS Hampton Court Flower Show
WARRINGTON based landscape architect Adam White won a unique treble at the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show.
Funeral details for Adam “Carney” Cooper
THE funeral of Culcheth Eagles father of three Adam “Carney” Cooper will take place on Friday July 21 at Newchurch Parish Church, followed by a private burial.