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29th November 2025 8:23 am 1 Would a Turkey vote for Christmas?

AS our American cousins celebrated Thanksgiving this week, Warrington Borough Councillors are set to vote on some key issues on Monday evening – including giving themselves another increase in allowances. Read More

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19th November 2025 7:00 am 4 Future of Woolston Hub should be a “no brainer” for council

LET us all hope Warrington Borough Council’s six-week consultation over the future of Woolston Neighbourhood Hub results in a positive outcome for the thousands of local people who rely on the community facility. Read More

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1st November 2025 7:00 am 2 Stop moaning and do something useful like the Warrington Litter Network

DURING my travels around Warrington reporting on local issues or showcasing local offerings, it never ceases to amaze me how many negative people pop up on social media having a go at the town they live or work in. Read More

Opinion

3rd October 2025 7:00 am 0 Broaden your horizons and celebrate other cultures

CONGRATULATIONS to everyone involved in this year’s Warrington Mela which is fast becoming one of the highlights of the year in the town’s calendar of events. Read More

Culcheth Life

30th September 2025 12:26 pm 3 Toxic politics reaches a new low in Culcheth

I’m sorry to say that the world of toxic politics has reached a new low in the Culcheth area – and it’s not just me saying it – I am hearing it from lots of people across the whole of Warrington. Read More

Opinion

17th June 2025 7:00 am 1 Shocked and horrified by level of online homophobia directed at Warrington Pride

THE year is 2025 and the UK is meant to be a place of freedom of expression – although sadly not judging by some of the commentary linked to my coverage of Warrington Pride. Read More

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24th May 2025 7:00 am 4 Time for a much-needed apology from the corridors of power

THE findings of the Government’s Best Value Inspection into the financial affairs of Warrington Borough Council came as no surprise for many, with debts of around £1.8 billion. Read More

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5th May 2025 7:00 am 0 Keep up the great work Warrington Litter Networks

CONGRATULATIONS to everyone involved with the volunteer Warrington Litter Networks who took part in the Great British Spring Clean recently, collecting over 300 tonnes of rubbish! Read More

Culcheth Life

3rd May 2025 7:00 am 0 Remembering the remarkable Cindy Sturman

THERE wasn’t as dry eye in the house when family and friends gathered at the Raven Inn to celebrate the life of Cindy Sturman. Read More

Lymm Life

17th April 2025 7:00 am 1 Disappointing but not surprising

WHILE there will be lots of disappointment in Lymm following the approval of new “prison block” retirement apartments on former Green Belt land in the village, it was hardly surprising to see the development allowed on appeal. Read More