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Joe Philbin on semi-final win and 'rebuilding' connection with fans

SCENES of celebration such as the ones Warrington Wolves have enjoyed in this year’s Challenge Cup have been few and far between of late. As such, Joe Philbin hopes the run to the Challenge Cup Final has gone some way to rebuilding the connection

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IN PICTURES: The best of Wire's jubilant semi-final celebrations

THEY are scenes that will not be forgotten in a hurry. In the St Helens sunshine, Warrington Wolves players and fans united in celebration of the team's return to the Challenge Cup Final after five years away. A 46-10 thrashing of Huddersfield

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Everything Sam Burgess and George Williams said after Wire reached Wembley

SAM Burgess and George Williams spoke to the media after Warrington Wolves booked their place in the Challenge Cup Final. A dominant victory over Huddersfield Giants set up an enticing final against Wigan Warriors on June 8. Here's everything

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WIRE SOCIAL: 'Wembley, here we come!"

TO the delight of their supporters, Warrington Wolves booked their ticket to Wembley Stadium in some style. A 46-10 thrashing of Huddersfield Giants set up a mouth-watering Challenge Cup Final against Wigan Warriors on June 8. Here is some

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2 babies a month catch whooping cough in Warrington – as jab figures drop

FEWER babies in Warrington received vaccines against whooping cough in 2023 than a decade ago, latest figures show. Whooping cough cases have risen this year, with three times as many cases as last year, according to the UK Health and Security

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Leading healthcare provider to open Warrington hub next month

A LEADING healthcare provider is set to extend its services and open a new base in Warrington. Komplex Care specialises in providing care to children and adults with the most complex healthcare needs in their own homes. Care teams support people

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How and when you can buy tickets to see Warrington Wolves at Wembley

WARRINGTON Wolves are heading back to Wembley Stadium – and supporters can start getting their tickets to be there right now. Having beaten Huddersfield Giants in Sunday’s semi-final, The Wire will face Wigan Warriors in the Challenge Cup Final

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When the beating heart of Bank Quay was a far cry from what it is like today

THIS week we are looking back at life growing up in Bank Quay. Earlier this week we reported on how futuristic plans for a new hub could transform the area. Of course, the Bank Quay of then was far different to today, being alive with factories

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Warrington couple attend first of King Charles' annual garden parties

AMONG the guests at the first of King Charles’s two annual garden parties at Buckingham Palace were retired Guardian Series journalist Alan Domville and his wife Irene. Not until a few days before the event was it confirmed that the King would

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Help for 'significantly increased' Warrington youngsters with mental health issues

Dave McNichol is chief executive of Warrington Youth Zone and writes a regular column It is widely reported that the Emotional Wellbeing of children and young people has been an increasing concern for many years. Since commencing my role with

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The UK's top 20 most expensive (and most affordable) dog breeds to own revealed

The UK's most expensive and most affordable dog breeds to own have been revealed - but where does your furry friend come? Dog owners know all too well how the costs stack up when looking after their pets from their food to vet bills.  Whether

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The top ten baby names for boys and girls have been revealed

Deciding on a name for your baby is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent, and the thankfully the Office for National Statistics (ONS) may be able to provide you with some inspiration. The ONS has revealed the latest list

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Warrington Wolves are going to Wembley! Semi-final reaction

WARRINGTON Wolves are going to Wembley! They will contest the Challenge Cup Final for the first time since 2019, with neighbours Wigan Warriors waiting under the arch on June 8. A lightning-quick start settled any nerves against Huddersfield

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Wire's dominant Challenge Cup semi-final win as it happened

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Library to stage fascinating talk on history of Warrington

FIND out about the history of Warrington at a talk at Penketh Library this month. Historian Janice Hayes will give a talk based on her book the A-Z of Warrington on Thursday, May 23. It starts at 7pm with tickets £2.50. Organised by the

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Travellers set up camp at Warrington supermarket car park

TRAVELLERS have set up camp at a Warrington supermarket car park. The unauthorised encampment is at Morrisons in Stockton Health. Four motorhomes arrived at the site on Saturday, May 18. Another Traveller group set up camp at the same site

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A beautiful historic walk through Appleton to enjoy this weekend

ARE you looking for a walk this weekend? The weather looks favourable and this interesting routes combines the countryside with some little pockets of local history. Distance: 6½ miles Starting point: The Thorn Inn, Appleton Thorn.

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Residents in one WA area celebrate Postcode Lottery win

THE lucky residents in one area of have had a boost to their bank accounts, thanks to Postcode Lottery. Those living in the WA8 7RQ area have all won £1,000 on Friday, if they are signed up to the Postcode Lottery. The People’s Postcode Lottery

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24 stunning shots of perfect symmetry in Warrington

PERFECT symmetry is everywhere! Members of Warrington Guardian Camera Club shared their photographs of symmetry with plenty of reflections, cloudy skies and birds. The Camera Club is a supportive and friendly group of amateur and professional

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GAME DAY: Everything you need to know about today's Challenge Cup semi final

TODAY'S the day... Warrington Wolves have not been to Wembley Stadium since they last lifted the Challenge Cup back in 2019, but victory over Huddersfield Giants this afternoon will punch their ticket to the national stadium for next month's cup

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Pair who sold drug-infused gummy sweets could be forced to pay back profits

A COUPLE supplying drug-infused gummy sweets will find out later this summer how much money they will have to pay back from their ill-gotten gains.. On November 22, 2022, officers from Cheshire Police acted on intelligence and executed a warrant

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Kent man fined for stealing cigarettes from Co-op in Warrington

A KENT man has been dealt with in the courts after stealing from the Co-op in Latchford. Hugh McGinley, 20, appeared at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates’ Courts on Wednesday, May 15. The man, from Steele Avenue in Greenhithe, admitted stealing

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Primary school in Orford seeks planning permission to extend classroom space

A PRIMARY School in Orford has applied for planning permission to add an extension to the building. St Margaret’s Church of England Primary School applied for planning permission on Wednesday, May 8. The plans, which were submitted to Warrington

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Computer tech carried around videos and pictures of child rape on iPhone

A COMPUTER technician who carried around videos of child rape and pictures of child sex abuse on his iPhone, denied having a perverted interest in children. Kevin Parr had built up a stash of nearly 1000 sick images and videos of children, downloaded

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7 loving Warrington death notices and funeral announcements

The Warrington Guardian has published 7 death notices this week. Every week, the Warrington Guardian publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our