Witnesses sought after arson incident involving bin
POLICE are seeking witnesses following an arson incident bin during the early hours of this morning in the Poplars and Hulme area of town.
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Robinson’s stay extended at Rylands
WARRINGTON Rylands 1906 are delighted to announce that Owen Robinson’s loan from AFC Fylde has been extended, keeping the attacking midfielder at Gorsey Lane until January 2022.
Firefighters tackle two deliberate wheelie bin fires including one on skate park
FIREFIGHTERS were called out twice yesterday evening to tackle suspected arson incidents involving wheelie bins on Orford Park, including one set alight on the skate park.
Former councillor’s debut novel inspired by loss of historic Garnett Tower
FORMER councillor Chris Vobe has launched his debut novel, “The Water Tower” which he says was inspired by the loss of Warrington’s historic Garnett Tower from the town’s skyline.
Legacy Project No.3 – Warrington Foodbank
READING, writing and watching the news can be pretty depressing most days, particularly in the midst of a pandemic, which is still very much here.
High Street stalwart given honour of re-opening two Care UK charity stores
A stalwart of the Warrington high street, Michael Hancock, was given the honour of officially re-opening two Care UK stores at the Cockhedge Shopping Park, as a thank you for his support of the charity.
Spiking victim speaks out to warn others after fearing she could have died
A 20-year-old student who fears she could have died after being “spiked” during a night out in Warrington and her mother, have both spoken out, to raise awareness of the issue.
Commissioner backs proposed new police powers to tackle unauthorised traveller encampments
POLICE and Crime Commissioner John Dwyer is backing proposed new police powers to tackle unauthorised traveller encampments.
COVID-19 infection rates continue to fall as 130 new cases confirmed
COVID-19 infection rates have continued to fall in Warrington with 130 new cases confirmed in the latest data, although they still remain well above the national average which continues to rise.
Lymm test league leaders
IN the first-ever meeting between these two sides, in a clash of different styles, Lymm tested league leaders Otley before losing out 15-33.