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.
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More than 250 dangerous drivers facing lengthy bans and large fines
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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
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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
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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.
Currie returns for crunch clash with Wigan
WARRINGTON Wolves welcome back long term absentee Ben Currie for Thursday’s crunch clash with Wigan Warriors at the DW Stadium, kick off 8pm.
Miracle escape for Lymm couple
A LYMM couple had a miraculous escape when a large tree branch fell on their home during the night.