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Warrington Wolves

Dominant Wire's memorable win at Wigan as it happened

WIRE SOCIAL: Fans marvel at 'sensational' and 'bonkers' win at Wigan

WIRE SOCIAL: Fans marvel at 'sensational' and 'bonkers' win at Wigan

Warrington Wolves

WIRE SOCIAL: Fans marvel at 'sensational' and 'bonkers' win at Wigan

Captain Matt Greenhalgh and senior first officer Jamie Fernandes

Captain Matt Greenhalgh and senior first officer Jamie Fernandes

Heartbroken families pay tribute to adored pilots who died in horror crash on M62

The road closure in place on Station Road in Padgate. Picture: Plaice Station

The road closure in place on Station Road in Padgate. Picture: Plaice Station

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Popular chippy shocked to wake up to find road closure right outside business

Giant hogweed is toxic and can burn the skin on contact

Giant hogweed is toxic and can burn the skin on contact

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'Increasing amounts' of Britain's 'most dangerous' plant reported in village

Traffic issues have been highlighted during car boot sales in Winwick. Picture: Google Maps

Traffic issues have been highlighted during car boot sales in Winwick. Picture: Google Maps

Local government

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More action sought to improve road safety when popular and busy car boot sale is on

John Bateman will spend the rest of 2024 with Warrington Wolves

John Bateman will spend the rest of 2024 with Warrington Wolves

Warrington Wolves

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It's official - John Bateman is a Warrington Wolves player!

Commuters face long queues on M56 in Warrington at rush hour

Three people were arrested by Cheshire Police officers

Three people were arrested by Cheshire Police officers

Trio arrested after police called to village over reports of man with a knife

The offences were committed on Midland Way in Warrington town centre. Picture: Google Maps

The offences were committed on Midland Way in Warrington town centre. Picture: Google Maps

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Dangerous drugged-up driver failed to stop for police on Christmas Day

One of Warrington's new electric bus fleet

One of Warrington's new electric bus fleet

Local government

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First of town’s new electric buses spotted on roads – but you can’t get on just yet

The vehicle was issued a FPN

The vehicle was issued a FPN

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Police issue fine to vehicle parked on junction in Warrington

The police stop was conducted at the junction of Manor Road and Higher Lane in Lymm. Picture: Google Maps

The police stop was conducted at the junction of Manor Road and Higher Lane in Lymm. Picture: Google Maps

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Pair caught with balaclavas and blow torch for use in car theft are locked up

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Driver recorded hitting shocking speeds of 56mph in residential zone

Stock image of armed police

Stock image of armed police

Trial date set for man charged after armed police called to incident in street

A burglary was reported at St Wilfrid's Church in Grappenhall

A burglary was reported at St Wilfrid's Church in Grappenhall

Suspect named after being charged with burgling FIVE different churches in a month

More than 150 dog poo complaints were made about dog poo - but no fines were issued

More than 150 dog poo complaints were made about dog poo - but no fines were issued

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More than 150 dog poo complaints were made about dog poo - but no fines were issued

Bewsey Lodge Primary School knitting club

Bewsey Lodge Primary School knitting club

Bewsey pupils' heart-warming project to keep newborn babies cosy and warm

Richard Egington with his Olympic silver and bronze medals

Richard Egington with his Olympic silver and bronze medals

2024 Paris Olympic Games

Celebrating Warrington Olympic heroes prior to Paris 2024

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Harper the cat is currently with Warrington Animal Rescue

Harper the cat is currently with Warrington Animal Rescue

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Rescue shelter issues ‘desperate appeal’ to find home for ‘saddest cat in its care’

Aldi has launched a recruitment drive in Cheshire

Aldi has launched a recruitment drive in Cheshire

Supermarket giant looking to hire hundreds of new employees in Warrington

Best for Beauty 2024: Who does the best glow up in Warrington?

Best for Beauty 2024: Who does the best glow up in Warrington?

Best for Beauty 2024: Who does the best glow up in Warrington?

Emergency services attended Hough Green Station after a man was struck by a train

Emergency services attended Hough Green Station after a man was struck by a train

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Man tragically died after being struck by train between Warrington and Widnes

The retail space is located underneath the block of flats

The retail space is located underneath the block of flats

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Retail space under £56m apartment development is available to let

Christine Potts needed hospital treatment after the attack

Christine Potts needed hospital treatment after the attack

Woman feels unable to take dogs out for walk after brutal XL bully attack

Boris the chimpanzee. Picture: Steve Rawlins.

Boris the chimpanzee. Picture: Steve Rawlins.

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Chester Zoo: Boris the chimpanzee dies at the age of 58

The printing experts at TonerGiant have released a stark warning to holidaymakers that they should always print their boarding passes before going to the airport.

The printing experts at TonerGiant have released a stark warning to holidaymakers that they should always print their boarding passes before going to the airport.

'We see it too often': Brits travelling this summer issued boarding pass warning

Christine Potts (left) was among the women injured in the attacks

Christine Potts (left) was among the women injured in the attacks

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Irresponsible 'drunk' sentenced over vicious XL Bully attacks at park

School suspensions reach record high in Warrington

School suspensions reach record high in Warrington

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Suspensions in Warrington schools reach record high

It will take place at Warrington Market

It will take place at Warrington Market

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Artisan drinks festival is returning to Warrington Market next month

Toby King gallops away to score the opener against Hull KR

Toby King gallops away to score the opener against Hull KR

Warrington Wolves

Win tickets to crucial Warrington Wolves v Hull KR clash

Special constable dismissed from Cheshire Police for failed drugs test

Special constable dismissed from Cheshire Police for failed drugs test

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Constable dismissed from Cheshire Police for failed drugs test after Creamfields

Baroness Helen Newlove says victims should have a say in release conditions

Baroness Helen Newlove says victims should have a say in release conditions

Baroness Newlove calls for victims to get say on prisoner early release terms

Man arrested on suspicion of assault in Fearnhead

Man arrested on suspicion of assault in Fearnhead

Man arrested on suspicion of assault at address in Fearnhead

Orford Jubilee Neighbourhood Hub pool closes

Orford Jubilee Neighbourhood Hub pool closes

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Popular swimming facility in Warrington forced to close due to technical fault

Why a town centre park is looking rather different at the minute

Why a town centre park is looking rather different at the minute

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Why a town centre park is looking rather different at the minute

Send us your Class of 2024 graduation photos of Warrington students (Pictured Amy Pridding who has just graduated from Manchester Met with a first class honours degree in digital user experience)

Send us your Class of 2024 graduation photos of Warrington students (Pictured Amy Pridding who has just graduated from Manchester Met with a first class honours degree in digital user experience)

Send us your Class of 2024 graduation photos of Warrington students

Joanne Sharkey last appeared in court in April

Joanne Sharkey last appeared in court in April

Woman charged with murdering Baby Callum 26 years ago pleads not guilty

The property in Rixton

The property in Rixton

Planning and development

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Controversial plans for new children's care home in village approved

Investigations are ongoing

Investigations are ongoing

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Woman arrested on suspicion of drink and drug driving after cyclist hit by car

Faith Quick designed a character called Lillian as part of a brief set by Grads in Games

Faith Quick designed a character called Lillian as part of a brief set by Grads in Games

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Priestley College student named a ‘rising star’ in computer game design

Old Billy is just one of the exhibits to see during Warrington Arts Festival

Old Billy is just one of the exhibits to see during Warrington Arts Festival

I went to explore Warrington Arts Festival and this is what I found

How a creative group of people have brought a smile to many faces in south Warrington

How a creative group of people have brought a smile to many faces in south Warrington

How a creative group of people have brought a smile to many faces in south Warrington

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Wigan 4 Wire 40 - story of the game and post-match reaction

Everything Sam Burgess said after Wire's stunning victory at Wigan

Vaughan and Crowther updates as Burgess assesses post-Wigan injuries

Huge demand sees extra Vegas tickets released for Wire fans

COMMENT: Bateman move gives Wire the best of both worlds

Bateman's first words as a Wire player as short-term move is confirmed

Sport

Wigan 4 Wire 40 - story of the game and post-match reaction

Warrington Wolves

Wigan 4 Wire 40 - story of the game and post-match reaction

Everything Sam Burgess said after Wire's stunning victory at Wigan

Everything Sam Burgess said after Wire's stunning victory at Wigan

Warrington Wolves

Everything Sam Burgess said after Wire's stunning victory at Wigan

Paul Vaughan came off for a HIA late on at Wigan

Paul Vaughan came off for a HIA late on at Wigan

Warrington Wolves

Vaughan and Crowther updates as Burgess assesses post-Wigan injuries

WIRE SOCIAL: Fans marvel at 'sensational' and 'bonkers' win at Wigan

WIRE SOCIAL: Fans marvel at 'sensational' and 'bonkers' win at Wigan

Warrington Wolves

WIRE SOCIAL: Fans marvel at 'sensational' and 'bonkers' win at Wigan

MATCHDAY LIVE: Wigan Warriors vs Warrington Wolves

MATCHDAY LIVE: Wigan Warriors vs Warrington Wolves

Warrington Wolves

Dominant Wire's memorable win at Wigan as it happened

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National Sport

The Eiffel Tower was part of a groundbreaking opening ceremony (Joel Marklund/PA)

The Eiffel Tower was part of a groundbreaking opening ceremony (Joel Marklund/PA)

Olympics day one: Spotlight on sport after rain dampens unique opening ceremony

Pep Guardiola has not ruled out a contract extension at Manchester City (Adam Davy/PA)

Pep Guardiola has not ruled out a contract extension at Manchester City (Adam Davy/PA)

Pep Guardiola not ruling out signing new Man City contract

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has backed Team GB’s athletes to inspire a new generation to take up sport with their exploits at the Paris Olympics (Carl Court)

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has backed Team GB’s athletes to inspire a new generation to take up sport with their exploits at the Paris Olympics (Carl Court)

Sir Keir Starmer hails ‘excellent’ Team GB athletes ahead of Paris Olympics

Spectators shelter from the rain at the Trocadero during the Paris Olympics opening ceremony (Mike Egerton/PA).

Spectators shelter from the rain at the Trocadero during the Paris Olympics opening ceremony (Mike Egerton/PA).

Rain puts a dampener on Paris Olympics opening ceremony

Heavy rain falls at the Trocadero during the opening ceremony for the Olympic Games in Paris (Joel Marklund/PA).

Heavy rain falls at the Trocadero during the opening ceremony for the Olympic Games in Paris (Joel Marklund/PA).

Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony in pictures

Spectators shelter from the rain at the Trocadero during the Paris 2024 opening ceremony (Mike Egerton/PA).

Spectators shelter from the rain at the Trocadero during the Paris 2024 opening ceremony (Mike Egerton/PA).

Rain puts a dampener on the Paris Olympics opening ceremony down the River Seine

Great Britain flag bearers Tom Daley and Helen Glover and Team GB team-mates during the Paris Olympics opening ceremony (John Walton/PA).

Great Britain flag bearers Tom Daley and Helen Glover and Team GB team-mates during the Paris Olympics opening ceremony (John Walton/PA).

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Paris welcomes Olympics Games with groundbreaking opening ceremony on the Seine

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The printing experts at TonerGiant have released a stark warning to holidaymakers that they should always print their boarding passes before going to the airport.

The printing experts at TonerGiant have released a stark warning to holidaymakers that they should always print their boarding passes before going to the airport.

'We see it too often': Brits travelling this summer issued boarding pass warning

It will take place at Warrington Market

It will take place at Warrington Market

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Artisan drinks festival is returning to Warrington Market next month

Why a town centre park is looking rather different at the minute

Why a town centre park is looking rather different at the minute

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Why a town centre park is looking rather different at the minute

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Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump reacts following an assassination attempt. (AP Photo/Gene J Puskar, File)

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump reacts following an assassination attempt. (AP Photo/Gene J Puskar, File)

Trump struck by bullet during assassination attempt, FBI says

What the papers say (PA)

What the papers say (PA)

What the papers say – July 27

Academics said that they have found that a common bacteria can ‘melt’ some cancers (Alamy/PA)

Academics said that they have found that a common bacteria can ‘melt’ some cancers (Alamy/PA)

Common mouth bacteria found to ‘melt’ certain cancers in ‘surprising’ discovery

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar is facing criticism after he claimed there would be no austerity under Labour. (Jane Barlow/PA)

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar is facing criticism after he claimed there would be no austerity under Labour. (Jane Barlow/PA)

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Sarwar’s no austerity under Labour pledge coming back to bite him, SNP warns

Narcis Titianu, one of the four men who died in a collision on the A436 (Gloucestershire Police/PA)

Narcis Titianu, one of the four men who died in a collision on the A436 (Gloucestershire Police/PA)

Families pay tribute to four men killed after their car crashed into a tree

Celine Dion (Ian West/PA)

Celine Dion (Ian West/PA)

Celine Dion makes return to public performance at Olympics opening ceremony

EuroMillions tickets (Victoria Jones/PA)

EuroMillions tickets (Victoria Jones/PA)

UK ticket-holder wins £24 million EuroMillions jackpot

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