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May 18 Fire in wooded area

May 18 One more death and four new cases of COVID-19 confirmed at Warrington Hospital

May 18 Police join forces to warn motorists about dangers of speeding after clocking speeds of up to 140 mph

May 18 Fire crew tackles blaze involving bracken

May 18 Latchford Community Hub busy helping those in need seven days a week

May 18 Old oak trees in danger of being destroyed by trail bikers

May 18 St Rocco’s Hospice overwhelmed by outpouring of support

May 18 Young people recommend how policing can be improved

May 18 Why should I make a Will? What does dying “intestate” mean?

May 18 If you are buying a property or looking to move after lockdown – be prepared!

May 17 Hospital death toll climbs to 112 while six new COVID-19 cases confirmed

May 17 Motorist caught doing 120mph on M6 was also under influence of drugs

May 17 Bridge fire believed to be arson

May 17 Firefighters tackle grass and woodland fires

May 16 No new COVID-19 related deaths reported at Warrington Hospital although nine new cases confirmed

May 16 Wild deer spotted at Padgate, Birchwood and Winwick

May 16 Knifeman arrested at Orford following affray

May 16 MP welcomes multi-billion pound investment for road and railway

May 16 Five-year-old twin girl who doctors said would never walk “sofa cruises” to raise funds for school

May 16 Crime drops by nearly 35 per cent during COVID-19 pandemic but sharp increase in domestic abuse cases

May 15 Hang out your fancy washing to support Warrington Youth Club

May 15 One more death and 10 new COVID-19 cases confirmed at Warrington Hospital

May 15 Walton Hall and Gardens to remain closed

May 15 Police launch CCTV appeal after assault victim was spat at and punched in face

May 15 Fire deliberately started on wasteland

May 15 Warrington Youth Cabinet Needs You!

May 15 Rylands aim to develop their own players

May 15 Seven-year-old girl gets on her bike to support NHS workers

May 15 Students collaborate virtually to create a dancefloor track for lockdown

May 14 Residents and key workers sing, cheer and clap for carers

May 14 Warrington Hospital’s Covid-19 in patient numbers down again

May 14 Wanted man arrested after hour long stand-off with armed police

May 14 No new COVID-19 related deaths at Warrington Hospital but five new cases confirmed

May 14 Police charge heroin and crack cocaine county line drug dealers

May 14 Tour of Britain event postponed until next year

May 14 Washing basket on cooker hob starts accidental fire

May 14 World class chef cooks up a storm for cancer charity

May 14 Police chief urges residents to play their part in tackling the coronavirus crisis

May 14 MP joins Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Select Committee

May 14 Warrington property company launches £3m national community fund

May 14 Schools pledge to join online careers festival

May 13 Seven lucky neighbours celebrate Postcode Lottery win

May 13 Town’s COVID-19 related death toll climbs to 183 with latest care home figures

May 13 What a Whopper! Police warn motorists to avoid area as long queues form at drive-thru Burger King

May 13 MP welcomes boost for businesses with extension of furlough scheme

May 13 Fatal collision: Witnesses come forward following renewed appeal

May 13 Drugs and weapons seized after vehicle stopped at Latchford

May 13 Chance to Get Creative at home

May 13 Widow left heartbroken after memorial tree vandalised

May 13 Company wins £115,000 funding to streamline growth