news archive
August, 2025
M6 closed after trailer overturns in two-vehicle crash
Temperatures of 30 degrees forecast – wildfires warning
Cheshire weapon attacks on cats amongst highest in nation as RSPCA urges vigilance
Brilliant to see VPX back says MP
Warrington VIP centre holds family and community day
High Voltage brings Iron Maiden Spirit of ’79 back to Warrington
Man jailed for six years after blackmailing family
RSPCA calls for dog control reform – with XL bully ban ‘failing’ to protect public
Glorious sunshine greets Lymm Rushbearing
Police investigating serious fire on country footpath
Bright Horizons nursery celebrates prestigious Eco-Schools Green Flag award
Order repeat prescriptions ahead of the August bank holiday
Rooftop telecommunications mast planned for residential block
Heartstart Lymm has officially become a registered charity
Heritage Open Days returns to Warrington this September
Firefighters respond to reports of garden decking on fire
“My Time” – a programme to help people with mild-moderate dementia
Celebrate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War 2
Volunteers help out at the Walton Lea Partnership
Odeon Warrington Smurf competition winners collect gifts
MyGP back-office team praised after coming to aid of young asthma attack victim
£800,000 investment injected into local community
Fire and Rescue Service opens its recruitment process
New “all through” school catering for pupils aged 2-16
MP meets with Royal Mail in Birchwood to discuss delivery concerns
Westbrook Big Party at Gulliver’s World raises funds for local charities
A million people seen by community pharmacies instead of GPs
Nearly 2,000 children enjoy free fun at VPX
Plant and security upgrade proposed for Vodafone facility
Greenvolt Next to invest £50 million in clean commercial energy
Police seek witnesses after drug driving suspect arrested following collision
Biogas Plant consultation deadline extended
Northern Powerhouse backs Cheshire and Warrington’s devolution proposals
Man sentenced following six-minute police response
Shopwatch scheme brings retailers together to tackle business crime
Sun safety photo booth helps raise awareness of skin cancer
Charities urged to apply for up to £5,000 grants from Vernon Building Society
Warrington Mela returns with a celebration of culture, community and connection
MP and Mayor back campaign for MND support group in Warrington
Major plan for redevelopment of Eddie Stobart site
It’s Playday 2025 – sign up for tax-free childcare
Man charged with multiple offences including possession of imitation firearm
Man jailed for assaulting member of public in casino
Planning chiefs reject BT street hubs in town centre
Solar farm plan for agricultural land at Cuerdley
Photographer retires – and is immediately staging an exhibition
Learn more about getting on the property ladder
X-Press Legal Services champion girls rugby team
Fire crew attend two-vehicle collision on Birchwood Way
One casualty rescued following three-vehicle collision on M62