Police officer who was a victim of sexual abuse as a child wins national bravery award
A former Warrington police officer who was a victim of sexual abuse as a child has won a national bravery award.
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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.
Drink driver who was swerving in the road was almost three times the limit
AFTER stopping a vehicle that was seen swerving in the road police discovered the driver was almost three times the drink driving limit.
Call for action as travellers vacate Gorse Covert again
A concerned councillor is calling for Warrington Borough Council to prioritise actions against unauthorised traveller encampments following ongoing issues at Gorse Covert.
Latest COVID-19 hot spots and vaccination data as nearly all areas see increased infection rates
COVID-19 infection rates have continued to rise across nearly all areas of the borough – with the latest small area data from Public Health England showing significant hot spots in the south.
Police seek witnesses after Gorse Covert stabbing incident
POLICE are investigating a stabbing incident in the Gorse Covert area of Birchwood late last night and have appealed for anyone with information to contact them.
One more COVID-19 related death and 251 new cases as rates continue to rise
ONE more COVID-19 related death has sadly been reported at Warrington Hospital while infection rates continue to rise in the town with 251 new cases- the highest number since mid-July.
Court action starts to evict travellers from public land at Gorse Covert
COURT action has started to evict an unauthorised travellers camp at Gorse Covert, Warrington.
Remembrance Day parade saved at Culcheth after parish council agree to fund road closures
THE 70th annual Remembrance Day parade at Culcheth will now go ahead as planned after a campaign by local councillors and residents.
Green light for new “cutting-edge” bus depot
PLANS for a new “cutting-edge” bus depot capable of supporting an all-electric fleet are a step closer to reality after cabinet approval at Warrington Borough Council.
Closure removed on M56 following collision involving overturned lorry
UPDATED: THE M56 near Warrington re-opened this morning following yesterday’s incident involving an overturned lorry which caused lengthy delays.