MP launches community Crowdfunder to support flooding victims
WARRINGTON South MP Sarah Hall has launched a community fundraising campaign to support residents affected by the severe flooding on New Year’s Day.
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Bipolar support group send message of congratulations to Sir Steven Fry
THE Warrington Bipolar support group has sent Sir Steven Fry their heartiest congratulations on his New Year’s Honour and to all who have received honours in the town for their great service.
Power cut from flooded properties evacuated at Bewsey
UPDATED: Power is being cut from properties in the Southworth Avenue area of Bewsey, Warrington, after homes were evacuated due to flooding.
MP “deeply concerned” as emergency incident declared over flooding
WARRINGTON South MP Sarah Hall says she is “deeply concerned” as an emergency incident was declared over various flooding incidents across Warrington.
Two people rescued and taken to hospital after kitchen fire
TWO people were taken to hospital after being rescued by firefighters following a kitchen fire at a flat in Warrington.
Firefighters rescue people from cars stuck in floodwaters
FIRE crews were called out to rescue people trapped in cars stuck in floodwaters at Lymm and Grappenhall.
Motorists advised to avoid Glazebury as flooding closes main road
MOTORISTS are being advised to avoid the Glazebury area of Warrington following serious flooding on the A574 Warrington Road, today, Wednesday.
M56 near Manchester airport closed due to flooding
THE M56 westbound near Manchester airport was closed this morning (Wednesday) due to flooding following heavy rain.
Two local unsung heroes named in King’s New Year Honours
TWO Warrington-based unsung heroes have been named in King Charles’ New Year Honours.
Firefighters thanked for tackling blaze at industrial building
FIREFIGHTERS have been thanked for the “incredibly brave work” they did tackling two blazes at an industrial building at Burtonwood, Warrington.