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A PROVISIONAL date of September 29 has been set for the Grappenhall borough council by-election. A seat will be vacant due to Liberal Democrat Cllr Ryan Bate stepping down to take up a job in the USA. Warrington Conservatives have announced

THE council says it has put measures in place to mitigate the ‘maximum potential exposure’ following its failed investment into Together Energy. As recently reported, according to a council report, the ‘likely maximum exposure’ to the council is

WOOLSTON Rovers will be looking to back up the excellent win over Normanton Knights last Saturday when they make the long trip to East Yorkshire to face Beverley in the National Conference League Division Two. The coach leaves Monk Sports Club

WORK has begun to build a new retail park in Warrington featuring McDonald’s, Lidl and Costa Coffee units. Construction is underway on a five-acre plot of land at Omega South, off Whittle Avenue next to the roundabout junction with Burtonwood Road

POLICE have reported a motorist for allegedly not having proper control of their car on the motorway. Officers from Merseyside Police’s Roads Policing Unit made the stop this afternoon, Thursday, on the M62. They pulled over a white Audi A3

HEALTH chiefs are reminding residents that Widnes Urgent Treatment Centre remains an option instead of hospital this summer. As temperatures once again rise over the coming days, it is important to stay safe and take precautions. Whether it

RESIDENTS are being urged to check on the elderly and young people as a heatwave hits Warrington. The town’s health chief has also issued safety advice as the area experiences hot weather over the next few days. An amber warning for ‘extreme

MOTORISTS driving along the M6 in Cheshire were treated to a rather unusual sight this afternoon, Thursday. This was in the form of the huge top deck of a 747 plane as it was transported using the motorway on its final journey. Part of what

CAMERAS at Chester Zoo have captured the moment a rare giraffe arrives into the world. The adorable newcomer, who was born falling more than two metres (6ft) onto a bed of soft straw, arrived to 14-year-old mum, Orla, on Saturday, August 6, at

WARRINGTON Rowing Club's Iffy Marinos and Olivia Hill won silver in the British Junior Rowing Championships under 18s women’s double final at the National Water Sports Centre in Nottingham. The girls had strong competition in their decider, missing

A JAPANESE summer garden festival is being held once again at Tatton Park. This year’s Matsuri festival takes place on Saturday, August 13, from 11am to 4pm. The event will showcase authentic Japanese cultural experiences. Visitors will

ARE we stood on the cusp of the most significant footballing season this town has ever seen? There will be those that argue to the contrary but with our two semi-professional sides lining up at the same level for the first time in half a century

CHILDREN displaced from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine have been treated to an enjoyable day out in Warrington. Gulliver's World theme park and resort in Old Hall hosted 44 Ukrainian children and their carers for a fun-filled day. The visit

TWO people have been arrested following raids conducted by police across Warrington. Officers executed warrants at properties in Orford and Sankey Bridges as part of a crackdown on the supply of drugs in the town. A man and a woman were arrested

A GP surgery in Warrington which boasts ‘kind and respectful’ staff has been rated outstanding by inspectors. Representatives of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) visited The Eric Moore Partnership Medical Practice for a routine inspection in June

WARRINGTON and North Cheshire Bowls Association's feature event of the season, the Challenge Cup Final, takes place on Saturday. It will be the second final of the day in a double header at Monks Sports Club, off Hillock Lane, Woolston. The

A LARGE firefighter presence is planned in Warrington town centre tomorrow, Friday. This is due to an organised training event in Time Square leisure complex. The exercise will involve high-rise buildings at the precinct and see firefighters

I WAS interested in the recent Fly in the Ointment column where the author said they were ‘somewhat uncomfortable’ with the Redwood Bank investment. I think the phrase he was looking for should have been appalled or disgusted. The auditors

A FORMER Bridgewater High School pupil is believed to be among those arrested for drug distribution in Bali. Authorities in Indonesia arrested three foreigners for distributing cocaine on the Indonesian resort island of Bali at the end of last

Dog owners are being warned to keep their pets on leads around lakes and rivers due to a toxic algae that can prove fatal to animals. The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued its annual warning to owners, asking them to take extra precautions

MY letter regards the closure to traffic down Grange Avenue in Latchford. I previously turned right from Manchester Road and followed Grange Avenue until turning left up Knutsford Road for 100 yards, then left to where I live. After the closure

THE apparent ‘mystery’ surrounding the huge military convoy on the M6 (Warrington Guardian online, August 5) raises several important and worrying questions. It is clear to anyone viewing the photographs and video available that these were the

THE travellers have now left Peel Hall Park. I believe there is quite a mess there to clear up. Now that these have gone, can we please get the site secured by whatever means necessary to ensure there are no more encampments there? It must

LEEDS Rhinos’ half back Aidan Sezer will be free to play against Wolves next week after he won his appeal against a two-match suspension imposed for a Grade C intentional trip during Sunday’s match against Salford Red Devils. The charge has been

I SUPPOSE I should start by declaring my interest – as a Labour member, I have had a ringside seat for the last three years, allowing me to watch in despair as our CLP has steadily crumbled. We have gone from being a serious political force working

A Warrington charity boss is celebrating 30 years of dedicated caring giving Phil Orton, a 48-year-old charity executive has reached a milestone of three decades working in care having begun volunteering at his local care home at the age of 12.

A NEW name is moving into Golden Square Shopping Centre. Turret Orthodontics opens at the Warrington centre this autumn. Turret’s specialist orthodontist, Dr Khurana is supported by a team of more than 20 professionally trained staff members

THE Red Arrows are expected to fly over Cheshire today as part of their flypast to from RAF Valley to RAF Scampton. The North Wales to Lincoln flypast is scheduled for the evening of Thursday, August 11. The Red Arrows are expected to be seen

WHILE Warrington Wolves will be looking to gain a lift from Matt Dufty making his home debut, Toulouse Olympique could have key playmaker Tony Gigot back in their side for tonight’s crunch clash at The Halliwell Jones Stadium, kick-off 8pm. Gigot

A THUG completely wasted a chance given to him by the courts by reoffending on the same day he was spared jail. Neil Belcher was allowed to walk free from court last Wednesday, August 3, after being given a community order for assaulting his wife

NEW video has shown the delivery of huge and heavy metal beams as part of a £23million bridge replacement project. Timelapse footage has been taken during the construction of the replacement Expressway Bridge along the A533 and over the M56.

A THUG involved in two violent fights in the town centre has been jailed ­– while three of his accomplices have been given stern warnings by the courts. The four men participated in separate fights outside PJs and The Reef Bar that occurred in

WARRINGTON Borough Council has confirmed it will not be supporting low-income families with school uniforms. This comes ahead of the academic year when many families will be renewing their child’s uniform and PE kit – or buying them for the first

IF you need a strong cup of coffee and a good breakfast, where do you go? How about if you feel like a nice cup of tea and a slice of cake? Which café or coffee shop would be your number one destination for a spot of lunch or to catch up with

RUTTER Margaret Margaret Rutter sadly passed away at Warrington Hospital 31st July 2022 aged 79 years. Wife to the late Allan Rutter, mother to Stephen Rutter and John Rutter. Margaret had worked as a bartender at Tetley Walkers Club. Margaret will be

ALLSON Marie Colette (née Barr) Marie sadly passed away suddenly on 28th July 2022, aged 57. A beloved mum to Tom and Beth, and a devoted daughter to May and William (deceased). A much-loved sister to Denise, John and Eileen and sister-in-law to Jim,

HARVEY-WATSON Harper 13.08.2022 Wishing our gorgeous granddaughter a very Happy 3rd Birthday. Love you very much sweetheart. Love Always, Grandma and Grandad. xxx

POWELL Edward Charles "Eddie" Sadly passed away on Saturday, 30th July 2022, aged 69. Eddie will be deeply missed by all his loving children, family and friends. The funeral service will take place on Wednesday, 17th August, at Walton Lea Crematorium,

CARROLL Penelope Passed away peacefully on 22nd July 2022 aged 79 years at St Rocco's Hospice. A funeral ceremony will take place on Monday 15th August, St John Henry Newman Catholic Church, Latchford at 1:30pm followed by a burial within St Wilfrid's

JOYCE KELLY 10 AUGUST Happy Birthday to a wonderful Mum & Nanna Loved always Kathy, Tom & Bethany XXX

MATTHEWS George Douglas George Douglas Matthews passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday 22nd July 2022, aged 78. Beloved husband to Pat, loving dad to Joanne, Richard, Rob and Susannah, much loved grandad to Joseph, Harry and Elizabeth and loving brother

BAMFORTH Bob Peacefully on 11st August 2022, BOB, aged 78 years. Beloved husband of Gwenda and a loving step-dad of Susan and Robert. The funeral service will take place on Monday 22nd August 2022 at Howe Bridge Crematorium, Atherton at 1.00pm. Family

MORRISON Dorothy and David Happy 60th Wedding Anniversary for 11th August 2022, with lots of love from Carolyn, Steve, Melissa, John, Anna, Jess, Lara, Daisy, Cerrie, Chloe & Jude. x x

GREEN Joan Sadly passed away on Thursday 21st July, aged 96. Joan will be deeply missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral service to take lace on Monday 15th August 2022 at Walton Lea Crematorium at 10:00 hrs. Family flowers only please. All

INTIN Audrey (Aud) Sadly passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Warrington General Hospital on Tuesday 2nd August 2022 aged 79 years. Audrey was a loving Wife, Mum, Sister, Nan, and Great Nan. She will be deeply missed by all of her

VAN'T SANT-STEPHENSON Carolyn It is with great sadness we announce that Carolyn van't Sant-Stephenson unexpectedly passed away at Warrington General Hospital on Sunday 31st July. She was 52 years old. Carolyn, known to everyone as Cal, beloved wife of

ELLAM James (Jim) Remembering Jim on his first anniversary 14th Aug 2022. Much loved and forever in our hearts. Love Dorothy and family.

WILSON Beryl Sadly passed away peacefully on Tuesday 26th July aged 91years at Three Bridges nursing home. A beloved wife of Bill and much loved mum to Susan, Paul and Scott. A Cherished Gran and Great Grandmother, she will be dearly missed by all her

MARRS Gaynor Peacefully passed away at Aintree Liverpool Hospital on 16th July 2022 aged 76 years. Gaynor will be missed by her loving family, friends and all who knew her. Funeral will take place on Monday 15th August, 10.40am at Walton Lea Crematorium