Van driver taken to hospital with serious injuries after vehicle collides with wall
A van driver was taken to hospital with serious injuries after the vehicle he was driving collided with a wall near the old Mr Smith’s site in Warrington, earlier today, Friday.
Suspended sentence for bare-chested knife-wielding man
A bare-chested man rushed into a Warrington street holding a large knife when his partner was involved in a confrontation with two men, a court heard.
Eleven charged following drugs raids
A Warrington man is amongst eleven people charged following an extensive investigation into the supply of Class A and B drugs.
Two fire crews tackle fire involving HGV on M62
TWO fire crews were called out to tackle a fire involving a HGV on the M62 at Warrington.
Lymm High School recognised as one of top 10 schools in the region
OFFICIAL GCSE data by the Department for Education (DfE) has once again comfortably revealed that Lymm High School is in the top ten mixed comprehensive schools in the North West.
Latchford composer has first solo piece for piano performed by renowned virtuoso
AFTER knuckling down to be a serious composer former prog rocker Lewis Gill from Latchford, Warrington, has been thrilled to have his first solo piece for piano performed by renowned virtuoso Fidan Aghayeva-Edler in Berlin.
Chat group for the lonely or bereaved
A NEW chat group for people who are lonely or have been bereaved is opening at Culcheth Library.
Daresbury-based iconsys signs stragic sales expert Steve Robinson
DARESBURY-based control and automation specialist iconsys has appointed Steve Robinson as head of sales for energy transition.
Charlotte Nichols MP votes to end ‘no fault’ evictions
WARRINGTRON North MP Charlotte Nichols has voted to end the use of ‘no fault’ evictions as part of the Labour Government’s Renters’ Rights Bill.
Chart-topping Australian guitarist to open “Live at St Wilfrids” season
AN Australian guitarist whose albums have topped the UK classical music charts will open the 2025 Live at St Wilfrids season at Grappenhall.
Suspended sentence for bare-chested knife-wielding man
A bare-chested man rushed into a Warrington street holding a large knife when his partner was involved in a confrontation with two men, a court heard.
Eleven charged following drugs raids
A Warrington man is amongst eleven people charged following an extensive investigation into the supply of Class A and B drugs.
Police seek males after female shop worker filmed and verbally humiliated
POLICE have issued a CCTV image of two males they would like to speak to after a female shop worker was filmed and verbally humiliated.
Son who attacked father for third time jailed
A son who attacked his father for the third time has been put behind bars by a judge who told him that he needs to help himself.
Man arrested on suspicion of money laundering and possessing drugs
A 52-year-old Warrington man has been arrested on suspicion of money laundering and possessing drugs.
Drunken man who strangled woman after she rejected his sexual advances jailed
A Warrington man who strangled a woman acquaintance after she rejected his crude sexual advances, has now found himself behind bars.
Off-road bikes and drugs seized as part of Operation HardHit
POLICE in Warrington have seized more than 20 illegal off-road bikes, including 13 from one property and a quantity of drugs, following two warrants as part of Operation HardHit.
“Idiot of the year” arrested for theft of alcohol and assault on shop worker
POLICE arrested the “idiot of the year” after a shop worker was assaulted in Warrington town centre.
Police arrested 1,752 over Christmas period
POLICE arrested 1,752 people across the county in a bid to keep people safe throughout the Christmas period – with Special Constables playing a significant role in Warrington.
Suspended sentence for man who carried out racial attacks on paramedics
A Warrington man twice assaulted ambulance staff and gatecrashed a family’s Diwali celebrations and racially insulted them, a court heard.
Lymm High School recognised as one of top 10 schools in the region
OFFICIAL GCSE data by the Department for Education (DfE) has once again comfortably revealed that Lymm High School is in the top ten mixed comprehensive schools in the North West.
Artists invited to showcase their talent in ‘Young Artist of the Year’ competition
Warrington & Vale Royal College has announced the return of its highly anticipated Young Artist of the Year competition, inviting Year 10 and 11 students from across Warrington, Cheshire and beyond to display their artistic talent.
College celebrating “best ever” Ofsted inspection
WARRINGTON & Vale Royal College is absolutely thrilled to announce that it has been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted following an inspection in November 2024.
Chess champion retains title after thrilling final
LYMM High School’s reigning Chess champion, Ambrose Lam, once again proved his mastery of the board, retaining his title against fierce competition.
Budding author collects Cheshire Prize for Literature for the second year running
BUDDING author Jack Waring has been awarded the Cheshire Prize for Literature for the second year running.
University students and staff collect charity donations for annual ‘Give Back’ campaign
Students and staff at the University of Chester collected hundreds of items of food and toiletries for their local foodbanks as part of its ‘Give Back’ initiative.
College students’ good deed for food bank
Protective Services students from Priestley College filled two vans full of supplies for Warrington Foodbank.
Trust Alliance Group hosts over 1,000 school children for Christmas festivities
Trust Alliance Group (TAG) recently welcomed more than 1,000 primary school children to its Daresbury office, treating them all to a wonderful festive experience at TAGmas.
Sir Thomas Boteler CE High School community Christmas Party
MORE than 90 people attended the annual Community Christmas Party at Warrington’s Sir Thomas Boteler CE High School.
Discover courses for adults at popular Warrington college
Warrington & Vale Royal College has presented its latest adult course guide, packed with courses for students of all backgrounds and ambitions, starting in January 2025.
Why you and your smart phone may not be so smart
THE Smart Phone – a blessing or a curse?
Reflecting on a year of change
AS the curtain comes down on our 25th anniversary of publishing Warrington Worldwide, it is time to reflect on another year in Warrington – a year of change.
Where next for gypsy traveller transit site?
IT’S certainly been a roller-coaster few weeks since Kenyon Lane Croft, hit the headlines as the preferred location for a gypsy traveller transit site.
Understanding the power of positivity
IT would appear that some people who use social media or web forums as an outlet don’t understand the power of positivity, preferring to put a negative spin at every opportunity.
Sad sign of the times as pensioner begs for 50p in supermarket aisle
A WEEKLY food shop in a supermarket is something that for many families we take for granted without giving it much thought.
Time to compensate Raven Inn for lost business due to road works blunder
AFTER seeing first hand all the hard work that has gone into re-opening the Raven Inn community pub at Glazebury over recent years it was extremely disappointing to see the chaos caused by the ongoing road works outside the premises.
Celebrating 25 years of Warrington Worldwide in print!
TWENTY-FIVE years gone in the blink of an eye since the launch of Warrington Worldwide in print and yet huge changes in Warrington and the media world!
Defying death at the double to become Honorary Freeman of Warrington
IT was an extremely proud moment for our family when my father David was made Honorary Freeman of Warrington- and we nearly didn’t live to see the achievement or tell the tale!
Putting principle before profit
BEING politically independent has been part of our core values here at Warrington-Worldwide and as we approach a General Election it is more important than ever to be unbiased in our coverage.
Time to show some seasonal goodwill and end bin strike now!
WHILE Christmas spirit arrived in Warrington at the weekend by the bucket load – the streets continue to pile high with uncollected refuse due to the ongoing bin strike.
Danny Walker commits long term future to Warrington Wolves
WARRINGTON Wolves have confirmed that Danny Walker has signed a new long-term contract extension to his hometown club until the end of the 2029 season.
Rylands set up quarter-final clash with Southport
WARRINGTON Rylands progressed to the quarter-final stage of the Liverpool County FA Senior Cup after beating South Liverpool 4 – 1 on a misty Tuesday evening at The Hive Arena.
Nearly 30 years on, sports pavilion to get major renovation
NEARLY 30 years after it was built, a sports pavilion at Warrington looks set to undergo a major restoration.
Honours even as “Reno” returns to FC United
MANAGER Neil Reynolds took Warrington Rylands to FC United of Manchester on Tuesday evening and came home with a controversial 2 – 2 draw as Ben Hardcastle scored from a free kick in injury time.
Growing Gaelic sports club wants to build equipment store
A GROWING Gaelic sports club at Warrington is seeking planning consent for an equipment store at their existing ground at Appleton Thorn.
Rylands held by Hebburn Town after twice taking lead
WARRINGTON Rylands were held to a 2 – 2 draw by Hebburn Town at The Hive Arena after twice taking the lead in the first half.
Danny Walker commits long term future to Warrington Wolves
WARRINGTON Wolves have confirmed that Danny Walker has signed a new long-term contract extension to his hometown club until the end of the 2029 season.
Rylands set up quarter-final clash with Southport
WARRINGTON Rylands progressed to the quarter-final stage of the Liverpool County FA Senior Cup after beating South Liverpool 4 – 1 on a misty Tuesday evening at The Hive Arena.
Nearly 30 years on, sports pavilion to get major renovation
NEARLY 30 years after it was built, a sports pavilion at Warrington looks set to undergo a major restoration.
Honours even as “Reno” returns to FC United
MANAGER Neil Reynolds took Warrington Rylands to FC United of Manchester on Tuesday evening and came home with a controversial 2 – 2 draw as Ben Hardcastle scored from a free kick in injury time.
Growing Gaelic sports club wants to build equipment store
A GROWING Gaelic sports club at Warrington is seeking planning consent for an equipment store at their existing ground at Appleton Thorn.
Rylands held by Hebburn Town after twice taking lead
WARRINGTON Rylands were held to a 2 – 2 draw by Hebburn Town at The Hive Arena after twice taking the lead in the first half.
Daresbury-based iconsys signs stragic sales expert Steve Robinson
DARESBURY-based control and automation specialist iconsys has appointed Steve Robinson as head of sales for energy transition.
Specialist bank in running for seventh successive awards win
A Warrington specialist business bank is aiming for an incredible seventh successive win after being shortlisted again in national industry awards.
Orchard Meadows housing development is sold out
THE Orchard Meadows housing development at Appleton Thorn, Warrington has been completed – and is sold out.
Warrington recruiter wraps up 2024 charity fundraising
From food bank collections to skydiving extravaganzas, the team at HR and Recruitment specialist Gi Group, which has a branch on Dallam Lane, completed it all in the name of charity throughout 2024.
Former England legend to open newly refurbished GO Outdoors store
The newly refurbished GO Outdoors store on Wilson Patten Street opens for business on 17th January, with England footballing legend David Seaman hosting a grand opening event on 25th January.
Warringtonfire announces grand opening for new Birchwood Park lab
Warringtonfire, a leading provider of fire testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services, has launched its new state-of-the-art laboratory at Birchwood Park, Warrington, and is set to host a grand opening at the end of January.
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Why professional installation of satellite antennas is a smart choice
Satellite television is favored by many households because it provides easy access to a wide variety of channels and other…
The magic of a safari: an unforgettable adventure
Embarking on a safari is an experience like no other. It’s an opportunity to witness nature at its rawest and most beautiful—vast landscapes, iconic wildlife, and the rhythm of life untouched by modernity.
Discover Thailand: a paradise for adventure and wellness
Thailand’s Land of Smiles has long captivated travelers with its vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and unmatched hospitality. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, a cultural enthusiast, or someone seeking rejuvenation, Thailand offers experiences that cater to every desire.
Latchford composer has first solo piece for piano performed by renowned virtuoso
AFTER knuckling down to be a serious composer former prog rocker Lewis Gill from Latchford, Warrington, has been thrilled to have his first solo piece for piano performed by renowned virtuoso Fidan Aghayeva-Edler in Berlin.
Surprising migraine triggers you need to know
Migraines have various causes, and some may surprise you. Below, GP Dr Neel Patel from LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor explains eight unusual migraine triggers. 1.…
Man arrested on suspicion of money laundering and possessing drugs
A 52-year-old Warrington man has been arrested on suspicion of money laundering and possessing drugs.
Warrington Wellbeing Walk to unite mental health groups
A pilot walk has been organised next Sunday (Jan 19) bringing various mental health charities in the town together.
Spire Cheshire Hospital awarded for commitment to patient safety
Spire Cheshire Hospital has been awarded by the National Joint Registry for its commitment to patient safety.
Chat group for the lonely or bereaved
A NEW chat group for people who are lonely or have been bereaved is opening at Culcheth Library.
Chart-topping Australian guitarist to open “Live at St Wilfrids” season
AN Australian guitarist whose albums have topped the UK classical music charts will open the 2025 Live at St Wilfrids season at Grappenhall.
Chance to hear memories of Burtonwood airbase Flight Test Crew
BURTONWOOD Association President Aldon Ferguson is bringing the memories of the Flight Test Crew back to life with a special online talk later this month.
“Something Special” at Walton Hall and Gardens
A NEW series of long-running children’s TV show “Something Special” has launched – featuring scenes filmed in Warrington’s Walton Hall and Gardens.
Chance to hear memories of Burtonwood airbase Flight Test Crew
BURTONWOOD Association President Aldon Ferguson is bringing the memories of the Flight Test Crew back to life with a special online talk later this month.
Holy Trinity’s Coffee Bar receives £255k of National Lottery funding
Holy Trinity’s Coffee Bar in Warrington town centre is celebrating after being awarded National Lottery funding of £255,490 over five years to support and develop its work supporting local residents.
St Rocco’s Christmas tree collection postponed due to weather conditions
As a result of the current weather conditions and to ensure the safety of their volunteers and staff, St Rocco’s has made the decision to postpone their 2025 Christmas tree collection to Saturday 18th January.
New year flood waters see community nurses travel by raft to reach patient’s home
Two community nurses from Bridgewater Community Healthcare began 2025 on a raft after flood waters blocked the Warrington home of a vulnerable patient they needed to visit.
St Rocco’s Christmas tree collection postponed due to weather conditions
As a result of the current weather conditions and to ensure the safety of their volunteers and staff, St Rocco’s has made the decision to postpone their 2025 Christmas tree collection to Saturday 18th January.
Limber up for Warrington Running Festival and raise vital funds for hospital charity
Members of the public are being encouraged to sign up for Warrington Running Festival to beat the January blues and get fit, while going the extra mile for a fantastic community cause.
Strictly St Rocco’s 10th anniversary event raises £52,000
The recent annual Strictly St Rocco’s event at Haydock Park Racecourse marked the 10th anniversary of the glitzy dance contest and the seven brave supporters certainly helped to make it a night to remember.
Local adoption charity supporting Big Adoption Day 2025
On Wednesday 15 January 2025, local adoption charity and voluntary adoption agency, Adoption Matters, will be supporting Big Adoption Day.
Chance to hear memories of Burtonwood airbase Flight Test Crew
BURTONWOOD Association President Aldon Ferguson is bringing the memories of the Flight Test Crew back to life with a special online talk later this month.
Museum of Policing receives £8,300 donation
THE Warrington-based Museum of Policing, which preserves and researches the heritage of policing in Cheshire, is set to receive a £8,300 donation as part of an initiative to support worthwhile county-based charities and organisations.
Warrington’s “Secret Lowry” – as remembered by his nephew
IT is now more than six years since the death of Warrington’s “Secret Lowry” Eric Tucker, but a new book by his nephew, Joe, brings the story back to life in an uplifting way – full of humour but also pathos.
Historic Thelwall spans the centuries – but you need planning permission to walk the dog!
HISTORIC Thelwall dates back to prehistoric times and has a remarkable variety of architectural styles spanning several centuries. But you could need planning permission to walk the dog.
Start 2024 in the best way with Dry January
The festive season brings excitement for many, but it can also be a time of indulgence, and perhaps drinking more alcohol than we would like. As we head into a new year, many people will be wanting to feel a little fitter and healthier.
Make space in the day for your mental health this Time to Talk Day
AS we enter the New Year, it’s never been more important to talk about our mental health.
Refreshing to read common sense
I have just read the April 2021 edition of Warrington Worldwide and I am delighted with Gary’s comments in the Editorial.
Letter: Warrington Cenotaph gathering was not an organised meeting
I am writing to you with regard to the Council’s actions in reporting the gathering at The Cenotaph War Memorial, Warrington town centre, on Remembrance Sunday, 8th November 2020, to Cheshire Police.