MOT clerical error results in more than 20 buses being cancelled
A clerical error resulted in more than 20 buses being taken off the road in Warrington this morning because they didn’t have a valid MOT certificate.
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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. Former Chair of Warrington Healthwatch Director Warrington Chamber of Commerce Patron Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation for Peace. Patron Warrington Disability Partnership. Former Chairman of Warrington Town FC.
Van driver arrested and taken to hospital following collision
THE driver of a van who fled the scene of a collision on Lovely Lane, Warrington, last night, has been arrested and taken to hospital.
HGV driver suffers “life-changing” injuries after collision on M62
UPDATED: THE M62 Eastbound at Westbrook, Warrington, has now fully reopened following a ‘serious collision’ during the early hours of this morning when a HGV driver is believed to have been struck by his own vehicle.
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One more COVID-19 death and 78 new cases as rates fall marginally
ONE more COVID-19 related death has sadly been reported at Warrington Hospital although infection rates have fallen marginally after two days of increases.
Three month closure orders secured against two more Orford Lane shops linked to anti-social behaviour
POLICE have secured two further closure orders against shops on Orford lane in Warrington linked to anti-social behaviour, the sale of illicit cigarettes and dangerous parking – making a total of six closure orders this year.
Two week road closure at Padgate for new sewer connection
A two-week road closure is set to come into force in the Padgate area next month while work takes place on a new sewer connection.
Forthcoming events at The Grand!
WITH the festive season fast approaching there are a number of events taking place at Warrington’s newest cocktail bar The Grand on Bridge Street, with shows already starting to sell out – so book your tickets quick!
Heavy traffic at Bridgefoot due to issue with Chester Road swing bridge
UPDATED: MORE issues with the Chester Road swing bridge caused heavy traffic congestion on Bridgefoot and surrounding roads this morning.
Drink driver arrested at Birchwood was more than three times limit
A drink driver arrested on a residential road at Birchwood, Warrington, last night, was found to be more than THREE times the limit.
Heart of Gold award winner honoured by Prime Minister
A Warrington-based customer services assistant who sat for hours talking to a woman contemplating suicide was honoured by Prime Minister Boris Johnson during his recent visit to the town.