Toaster causes kitchen fire
TWO fire crews were called out earlier today (Tuesday) to tackle a kitchen fire started by a toaster.
Author Gary Skentelbery
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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Foodbank launches urgent appeal for non-perishable food to stock empty shelves
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MP raises concerns over controversial Orford traffic plan
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