From troubled teen to boxing
WHEN Warrington Youth Zone (WYZ) opened its doors in 2022, its mission was to offer young people in Warrington a safe, supportive space — “somewhere to go, something to do and someone to talk to.”
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.
Independent warns Warrington Council faces stark financial choices as budget gap looms
DESPITE an estimated £14m increase in funding from the Government, Warrington Borough Council is facing one of the most serious financial challenges in its history.
Warrington Youth Zone receives £10,000 donation from Cheshire Chief Constable
CHIEF Constable Mark Roberts has donated £10,000 on behalf of Cheshire Constabulary to the Youth Zone in Warrington as part of the ongoing Constabulary in the Community Christmas project.
Local shops raided as police target retailers selling illegal vapes and cigarettes
THREE Warrington shops were raided and a 31-year-old man arrested on suspicion of money laundering after police targeted retailers across Cheshire for selling illegal vapes and cigarettes.
Bus fares set to rise but remain below national £3 cap
WHILE bus fares are set to rise in the new year due to the ending of capped fare funding from the Government, Warrington’s Own Buses will keep 2026 Fares below the national £3 cap.
Book published celebrating the legendary Santa Tony Gandy
WHILE Warrington’s legendary Santa Tony Gandy is officially retiring from his sleigh duties this year – a special book has been created in recognition of his charitable work over many years.
Medical Centre provides detailed response following concerns over delays for GP appointments
THE partners at Culcheth Medical Centre have provided a detailed response to residents’ concerns raised by local Cllr Neil Johnson over delays for GP appointments.
Warrington Male Voice Choir announces new rehearsal venue
AFTER almost 40 years of rehearsing at Alford Hall, Warrington Male Voice Choir is embarking on an exciting new chapter at St James Church.
Queen Victoria abdicates best-dressed crown at Lymm Dickensian!
THOUSANDS of people packed into Lymm for the annual Dickensian Festival, as Queen Victoria graciously abdicated and handed over the best-dressed crown to someone more local.
Celebrating 20 years of Direct Taxis
WARRINGTON-based Direct Taxis is celebrating 20 years of business in the town, safe in the knowledge it is one of the safest and cheapest places to use a taxi.