£2.6 billion flood defence programme exceeds its target
A £2.6 billion six-year programme of work dedicated to improving flood and coastal defences has better protected more than 314,000 homes – 14,000 more than its original target – since 2015.
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High-flying aviation group to explore history at Burtonwood Heritage Centre
A GROUP of aviation enthusiasts is set to fly in to Burtonwood Heritage Centre at Gulliver’s World to explore the fascinating history of the former airfield.
MP to host Warrington Training Apprenticeship and Jobs Fair
WARRINGTON South MP Andy Carter will be hosting a free training, apprenticeship and jobs fair at the town’s Parr Hall on Friday, April 29, from 10am-3pm.
Man wanted for assault located by police
A man wanted by Warrington police for a suspected assault in the town has been located.
Company bidding to double in size invests in new Warrington space as business gears for growth
LEADING European provider of automotive and mobility services, Opteven UK, has officially opened its new national headquarters at Birchwood in Warrington as it bids to double in size.
Status Quo icon Francis Rossi to share stories and songs at intimate show
WITH a hugely successful music career rocking all over the world, Status Quo’s Francis Rossi is returning to Warrington’s Parr Hall to show fans his quieter side, when he embarks on an intimate theatre tour next year.
Vandals target play area at Bank Park
FIREFIGHTERS were called out last night after vandals targeted play equipment on Bank Park off Crosfield Street, Warrington.
How to prepare for Bank Holiday traffic as 20m drivers hit UK roads
OVER the Easter Bank Holiday weekend, more than 20.8 million drivers will hit UK roads as major railway stations shut down for engineering works!
Care home staff – and residents – walk for Alzheimer’s charity
MEMBERS of staff from Keate House residential home at Lymm have raised more than £550 for the Alzheimer’s Society.
Two taken to hospital after house fire
TWO people were given oxygen and taken to hospital at Warrington early today after a house fire.