Doctors’ safety plea after surge in kids swallowing dangerous objects
LEADING NHS children’s doctors in the North West are encouraging parents to be alert to the dangers of small toys around kids this Christmas.
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Takeaway delivery driver was over the limit and in possession of drugs
A takeaway delivery driver was found to be over the limit and in possession when stopped driving his vehicle in Warrington last night.
Man jailed after defrauding vulnerable 84-year-old woman out of £20,000
A MAN who stole around £20,000 from a vulnerable 84-year-old Warrington woman has been jailed.
Cheshire Fire Authority consults on 2023/24 precept
CHESHIRE Fire Authority has launched a consultation on its precept (its share of council tax) for the forthcoming 2023/24 financial year.
Police Commissioner grateful for Rural Crime Survey feedback
POLICE and Crime Commissioner John Dwyer, has thanked residents for their responses to his recent Rural Crime Survey.
Day nursery team goes on “Elf Run” for St Rocco’s Hospice
CHILDREN, staff and families from a Warrington day nursery took part in an “Elf run” to raise money for St Rocco’s Hospice.
Public told to bring proof of ID to community recycling centres this Christmas
WARRINGTON Borough Council is insisting residents must bring proof that they live in Warrington such as a driving licence, council tax bill, or utility bill when visiting local community recycling centres (CRC) this Christmas.
Two thirds increase in hospital flu cases amid rising staff absences and pressure on NHS 111
THE number of patients with flu in hospital has increased by two thirds in one week amid significant pressure on services, the NHS said today.
Suicide prevention charity boss praises parents for breaking the silence
FAMILIES are being praised for having difficult conversations about suicide by the Chief Executive of Warrington-based suicide prevention charity PAPYRUS.
Ombudsman Services presents Foodbank with £5000 donation at Christmas
COLLEAGUES from Ombudsman Services surprised Warrington Foodbank with a donation of £5000 this week, to help towards the running of their distribution centre and other food banks in the local area.