Historic railway signal box to be restored – and carry on working
PLANNING chiefs at Warrington have given the go-ahead for a historic railway signal box to be repaired and refurbished.
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MP praises Armed Services community for organising Armed Services Day event at short notice
WARRINGTON North MP Charlotte Nichols praised the efforts of Warrington’s Armed Services community for organising a special event at Orford Jubilee Hub to celebrate Armed Services Day at short notice.
Future secure for Warrington’s historic Drill Hall
THE long-term future of the historic Drill Hall which is part of Warrington’s Town Hall complex now seems secure following a decision by borough planners.
New roof set to be approved for Warrington’s historic Drill Hall
PLANS look set to be approved for the re-roofing of the historic Drill Hall in the East Annex of Warrington Town Hall.
Burtonwood Heritage Centre ready to welcome back school visits
WHILE still not quite ready to open to the public Burtonwood Heritage Centre can once again welcome back school groups interested in finding out more about the history of RAF Burtonwood.
Warrington novelist inspired by history of Winwick church
JACKSON Beck is a Warrington novelist using areas of the town as inspiration for his writing –as well as unearthing some amazing historical facts at the same time.
New windows will preserve historic 18th century house
BOROUGH planning chiefs have granted permission for replacement windows and other alterations to a historic house at Lymm.
Home extension approved – on ancient Roman site
PLANNING chiefs at Warrington have approved proposals for a rear extension at a semi-detached house – subject to an archaeological “watching brief” while the work goes on.
Family heartbreak after calling time on “King of Clubs” Showbar legacy
THE family who ran Warrington’s popular Showbar nightclub have spoken of their heartbreak at calling time at the venue which was a legacy to “King of Clubs” Paul Keepe.
New lecture on the story of the Berlin Airlift and links with RAF Burtonwood airbase
THE story of the Berlin Blockade and Airlift, 1948 – 1949 and its links with RAF Burtonwood airbase, will be told at an online lecture next Monday, April 19.