Driver escapes uninjured after M56 closed near Warrington due to overturned lorry
UPDATED: THE driver of a lorry which overturned resulting in the closure of the M56 near Warrington, thankfully escaped uninjured.
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Popular Parkrun cancelled due to Storm Eunice
WARRINGTON’S popular Parkrun has been cancelled tomorrow, Saturday, due to Storm Eunace.
Two more COVID-19 related deaths as infection rates continue to fall with 108 new cases
TWO more COVID-19 related deaths have sadly been reported at Warrington hospital, although infection rates are continuing to fall in the town with 118 new cases.
Anger as council cancel school crossing patrols due to Storm Eunice
A storm of protest broke out in Warrington today as the council took the decision to remove all school crossing patrols across the town due to Storm Eunice.
Bridgewater canal blocked at Lymm as high winds bring down large tree
HIGH winds caused by Storm Eunice have brought down a large tree at Lymm, completely blocking the Bridgewater Canal.
Two more energy companies cease trading
AS administrators continue to oversee the failure of Warrington-based Together Energy, two more energy companies have ceased trading today – Whoop Energy and Xcel Power Ltd.
Police launch investigation after large gang of youths throw bricks at supporters’ bus
WARRINGTON Police are appealing for information after a Castleford rugby league supporters’ bus was damaged last night by a large gang of youths throwing bricks and stones.
New care home will provide specialist care and create 150 new jobs
WORK is underway on transforming the former Heathercroft care home at Woolston to provide specialist nursing care for 40 residents, while also creating 150 new jobs in the area.
Vets merger raises competition concerns in Warrington
THE takeover of The Vet, which has premises at Cockhedge Shopping Park in Warrington, by a rival group, could now be referred for an in-depth investigation over competition concerns.
Spirit of Historic Transport Day to be kept alive!
THERE may not be a full-blown Lymm Historic Transport Day this year but the village centre will still be buzzing with the sights, sounds and smells of boats and traction engines as enthusiasts gather for a Lymm Boat & Steam Gathering.