Fire crews tackle barbecue and grass fires
TWO fire crews were called out to tackle a barbecue fire at a property in Great Sankey, Warrington, while another crew attended a grass fire at Orford.
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Three men arrested for domestic related incidents
THREE men have been arrested by Warrington police for domestic-related harassment and violence incidents.
Lengthy delays on M56 following multi-vehicle collision near Warrington
THERE were lengthy delays on the M56 near Warrington on Saturday afternoon following a multi-vehicle collision near junction 11 westbound.
Manchester Airport gives performance update as it approaches busiest period since start of pandemic
FOLLOWING recent chaos for holidaymakers Manchester Airport says 92% of passengers are now passing through security in under 30 minutes, with more than three quarters getting through in under 15 minutes, as it approaches its busiest time of the peak summer season.
Investigation under way following car fire at Padgate
A fire investigation is underway after a car fire at Padgate, Warrington last night.
Broomfields fitness suite to remain closed pending full suspended ceiling replacement
THE fitness suite at Broomfields Leisure centre will remain closed until further notice after an inspection of the facility revealed the suspended ceiling will have to be fully replaced.
Two vehicle collision on Kerfoot Street
EMERGENCY services were called out shortly before 8am this morning following a two-vehicle collision on Kerfoot Street, Warrington.
Raven Inn volunteers seek time detectives
THE community volunteers working on the historic Raven Inn at Glazebury have made an unexpected and interesting discovery.
Kids Planet Stretton rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted
THE team at Kids Planet Stretton has been awarded “Outstanding” in all areas in a recent Ofsted inspection report.
Travellers vacate Statham Lodge and Orford Park
TRAVELLERS have vacated Statham Lodge and Orford Park although another group has been given permission to remain on the overspill car park at the Orford Jubilee Hub.