RSPCA launch appeal after four dead dogs found dumped at roadside
THE RSPCA has launched an appeal for information after four dead dogs were found dumped at a Cheshire roadside.
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Social care charity Making Space awards employees 10 % pay rise
MORE than 1,000 employees at Warrington-based social care charity Making Space have received a 10% pay rise, which is over twice the national average.
Crime gang including twin brothers jailed for a total of 13 years after series of burglaries
THREE members of an organised crime gang including twin brothers have been jailed following a series of burglaries including two on the same day at Padgate, Warrington involving a house and a take-away restaurant.
Woman jailed for dangerous driving after collision left 81-year-old woman with life-threatening injuries
A woman who admitted causing a serious collision that resulted in a 81-year-old woman sustaining life-threatening injuries has been jailed.
Biggest ever litter pick is right Royal success!
VIDEO: Despite pouring rain more than 200 volunteers took to the streets and parks of Warrington in the town’s – if not the country’s, biggest-ever litter pick to mark the Coronation of King Charles III.
LiveWire launches new project to help young people get Back on Track
LOCAL leisure provider LiveWire, in partnership with YMCA St Helens, has launched a 2-phase project aimed at helping young people aged 12-18 years get “Back on Track” by discussing any issues in their lives that are impacting their well-being.
RSPCA host fund-raising family fun day for 40th anniversary celebrations
THE RSPCA on Slutchers Lane, Warrington, is holding a fund-raising Family Fun Day on Saturday, June 17 from 12-4 pm.
Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride set to take to the streets of Warrington
ORIGINATING in Australia the first ever Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) is set to take to the streets of Warrington later this month (May) raising funds and awareness for prostate cancer research and men’s mental health.
Passageway off Manchester Road to close to traffic to allow sewer repair works
A passageway off Manchester Road is set to close to allow United Utilities to carry out sewer repair works.
SEND inspection report highlights areas for improvement while recognising good practice
A new report has highlighted areas where improvements are needed for young people with special education needs and/or disabilities (SEND) in Warrington, while also recognising good practices.