Police investigate deliberate woodland fire at Hood Manor
POLICE were called to investigate a deliberate woodland fire at Old Hall, Warrington earlier today, Friday.
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Council remains “happy” with investment in Redwood Bank despite more concerns from auditors and Tories
WARRINGTON Borough Council finance chief Cllr. Cathy Mitchell, says she remains “happy” with the council’s investment in Redwood Bank, despite concerns raised by external auditors – and opposition Tories who say £17m of public money is at risk.
Inaugural Warrington Food & Drink Festival arrives in town at Time Square
WARRINGTON’S inaugural Food and Drink Festival has arrived in Times Square opposite the famous award-winning, Warrington Market and is now open for business until 5pm Sunday.
Council launches feedback survey on Central 6 Low Traffic Neighbourhoods for Westy scheme update
FOLLOWING the implementation of the controversial trial low traffic neighbourhood (LTN) measures in Westy, Warrington Borough Council has now published a survey for residents to share their feedback and views about the scheme so far.
Football fixtures announced as Warrington Town and Warrington Rylands set for early season local derby
THE football fixtures for the forthcoming 2022/23 Northern Premier League season have been revealed, with local rivals Warrington Town and Warrington Rylands, set to meet early on in the season.
All set for Winwick Carnival
AFTER an absence of three years due to the pandemic Winwick Carnival returns this Saturday, July 16, taking place from 12 noon until 5 pm in the village.
School issues warning after students seen jumping into Lymm Dam and other open waters
LYMM High School has issued a warning about the dangers of swimming in open water following reports of students jumping into Lymm Dam, the Bridgewater Canal and the River Mersey.
Campaigners call on council to scrap low traffic schemes as car fire creates gridlock at Latchford
CAMPAIGNERS are again calling on Warrington council to scrap the controversial Central 6 low traffic schemes after a car fire caused gridlock at Latchford and the surrounding area during the early evening rush hour.
Comedy night kick starts build-up to 31st Disability Awareness Day this Sunday!
A fantastic comedy and curry night, featuring TV comic Adam Hills helped kick start the build-up to Warrington Disability Partnership’s 31st Disability Awareness Day this Sunday, July 17.
Wheelie bin fires spread to wooded area
FIREFIGHTERS were called out to tackle a fire involving two wheelie bins in a wooded area at Old Hall yesterday afternoon.