Homes scheme gets final go-ahead
A CONTROVERSIAL canal-side housing development at Warrington, which has sparked fierce opposition from nearby residents, has finally been given the go-ahead by planning bosses.
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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. 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.
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News in brief
A ROUND-UP of news from in and around the Warrington area.
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Councillor's retirement gift
A COUNCILLOR who has stood down after 15-years service has been presented with a farewell gift by former colleagues
Zip into action plea
A WARRINGTON charity is calling on residents to zip into action and take part in their latest fundraising event.
A chance to get your skates on
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Row over town centre traffic ban
A ROW has flared over proposals to ban traffic from part of Warrington town centre on weekend evenings as part of the borough council’s plan to tackle the problems of binge drinking and anti-social behaviour.
Toll bridge plan attacked
A WARRINGTON councillor is urging people to join a campaign to block plans to introduce a toll on the proposed Mersey Gateway bridge to be built at Widnes.