Hydro power installation progressing well at Woolston Weir
WORK on installing the Hydro power project at Woolston Weir, which will produce enough electricity to power around 380 homes, is progressing well and due for completion in late Spring 2021.
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Latest data shows COVID-19 cases declining although some “hotspots” see increases
WHILE many areas of Warrington have continued to see numbers of new COVID-19 cases declining, resulting in the town being placed in Tier 2, several areas have seen increases, most notably Culcheth East & Hollins Green.
Five more COVID-19 deaths and 42 new cases as Warrington prepares for Tier 2 restrictions
FIVE more patients have sadly died at Warrington Hospital since yesterday while 42 new COVID-19 cases have been confirmed, continuing a downward trend, with the town set to enter tier 2 restrictions after lockdown next week.
Male Voice Choir’s virtual welcome back for accompanist
AFTER eight years away, Warrington Male Voice Choir has welcomed back Warrington born pianist, organist and composer Anthony Whittaker, as its accompanist.
Detectives appeal for information following two burglaries which could be linked
DETECTIVES are appealing for information from the public following two burglaries in Latchford and Stockton Heath yesterday (Wednesday) which they believe could be linked.
National Lottery winners help bring some festive cheer for carers
NATIONAL Lottery winners, John and Patricia Gill from Warrington, turned festive elf to bring some early Christmas cheer to carers.
Warrington’s two MPs respond to Chancellor’s Spending Review
WARRINGTON’S two MPs have given their feedback on the Chancellor’s spending review, which includes a public sector pay freeze and a cut to foreign aid spending in a bid to tackle soaring debt and unemployment amid a huge COVID-19 induced economic downturn.
United Utilities kick starts careers of 250 young unemployed
WARRINGTON based United Utilities, has announced it will take on an initial 250 young unemployed people as part of the Government’s new Kick Start programme.
Airline crew aim to keep NHS staff spirits flying high with Project Wingman Legacy Lounge
WITH the impact of the second wave of COVID-19 being felt at Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals (WHH) a project which has seen airline crew provide much-needed respite and refreshments has climbed to new heights.
No serious injuries reported following three vehicle collision on Thelwall Viaduct
THE occupants of this vehicle had a miraculous escape and were able to get out unaided following a three-vehicle collision on the M6 Thelwall Viaduct at Warrington earlier today.