Police investigate suspected arson attack at Padgate
POLICE are investigating a suspected arson attack on a portacabin on Green Lane, Padgate, which caused local road closures while firefighters tackled the blaze.
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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.
BAS win Leaders in Vehicle Adaptation Installation award
LOCALLY based adaption specialists BAS North West are thrilled to have been recognised as “Leaders in Vehicle Adaptation Installation” by the SME News Business Elite Awards 2020.
Young people express views on policing during the pandemic
YOUNG people have raised concerns about racial dis-proportionality, the over-policing of poor communities and the unfair criminalisation of young people, in a report which looks into how the Coronavirus pandemic was handled by police in England and Wales.
RLWC2021 fixture schedule to be announced
WARRINGTON will learn next Tuesday (July 21) which three fixtures it will be hosting as part of the Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021).
Free school meal restrictions sparks “holiday hunger” fear
WARRINGTON Council fears ‘holiday hunger’ could be looming after free school meal restrictions were announced.
COVID-19 related deaths in Warrington care homes climbs to over 100
THE latest figures published by the Office for National Statistics and Care Quality Commission reveal more than 100 COVID-19 related deaths in Warrington care homes, taking the town’s death toll to an estimated 246 people.
Police issue warning after thieves target vehicles
POLICE are warning members of the public to be extra vigilant following an increase in vehicle related crimes across South Warrington.
Heroin and crack cocaine drug dealers jailed following police raids
TWO Warrington drug dealers heavily involved in the supply of heroin and crack cocaine around the town have both been jailed.
Crime Commissioner launches survey to assess victims’ services
POLICE and crime commissioner David Keane has launched a survey to assess victims’ services across the county, to ensure victims of crime have access to most appropriate support to help them recover from their ordeal.
Stage set for some stellar careers for Priestley students
YOUNG performers and production artists from Priestley College who have perfected their craft in Warrington are about to step out onto a wider stage.