Bright future for town’s libraries says council chief
WARRINGTON’S libraries have a bright future despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic says council Chief Executive Prof. Steven Broomhead MBE, Chairman of the National Libraries Taskforce.
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Gary Skentelbery
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No new COVID-19 related deaths but 10 new cases show small increase in infection rates
WHILE no new COVID-19 related deaths have been reported at Warrington Hospital 10 new cases have been confirmed in the latest data from Public Health England, showing a small increase in infection rates over a seven-day period.
Freemasons honour Prince Philip by backing charities he supported
LOCAL Freemasons are supporting a national fund for charities supported by Prince Philip following his recent death aged 99.
Former RAF Burtonwood site shortlisted for planning award for projects focusing on heritage and culture
THE regeneration of RAF Burtonwood at Omega Warrington, has been shortlisted as a finalist at the annual RTPI Awards 2021 for planning projects focusing on heritage and culture.
Thirteen Independent candidates standing in Warrington local elections – unlucky for some?
AS the local elections in Warrington draw near on May 6th, thirteen local Independent candidates are hoping to follow in the shoes of neighbouring towns where the selection of Independent Councillors has been a huge success.
Recruitment specialists take on apprentices to support young people
RECRUITMENT specialists Integra People have taken on two apprentices to support young people in Warrington in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Family heartbreak after calling time on “King of Clubs” Showbar legacy
THE family who ran Warrington’s popular Showbar nightclub have spoken of their heartbreak at calling time at the venue which was a legacy to “King of Clubs” Paul Keepe.
Local schools challenged to get creative for Rugby League World Cup
ORGANISERS of the Rugby League World Cup (RLWC) have launched a video competition for schools from host towns to share the best things about their hometown.
Suspected dealer arrested for drug driving and possession with intent to supply
A suspected drug dealer frequently seen in the Lymm area has been arrested at Grappenhall for possession with intent to supply and drug driving.
Former World Cup winners are now Rylands FA Vase opponents after North Ferriby booted out!
Instead of playing North Ferriby on Saturday in the Buildbase FA Vase Warrington Rylands 1906 will now face West Auckland Town after the Humberside club was removed from the competition having been found guilty of fielding an ineligible player in last weekend’s 4th round tie.