
Sir Thomas Boteler students speak of Christian values at unique church service
SIR Thomas Boteler Church of England High School held their annual Inauguration Service at St. Elphin’s Parish Church, Warrington, as students spoke about their Christian values.

All the road closures you need to know for Warrington Running Festival 2025
A number of road closures will be in force this Sunday, September 21, for the annual Warrington Running Festival.

Concern over financial costings of councillor safety
A councillor has raised concerns over the financial costings of “councillor safety” training following the Full meeting of Warrington Borough Council.

“Old man in lycra” half-way through cycling challenge to raise funds for Lymm Rugby Club
DUBBED the “Old man in lycra” by his club mates, former rugby player Paul Foulkes is halfway through his marathon cycle ride and has already raised over £8,000 to help fund Lymm Rugby Club’s travel costs.

Green light for Devolution deal
A Devolution deal looks set to go ahead after Cheshire East Council supported plans to establish a Mayoral Combined Authority for Cheshire and Warrington.

Cheshire Natural Health finalists in Complementary Medical Association Awards
DURING their 20th anniversary celebrations, Cheshire Natural Health at Stretton, Warrington, has been short-listed as a finalist in the Complementary Medical Association Awards.

New NHS partnership with leading national mental health app
Local NHS Trust, CWP has partnered with Hub of Hope, the UK’s largest and most comprehensive directory of mental health services.

Friends of Alexandra Park Raise £500 for Warrington VIP
THE Friends of Alexandra Park in Stockton Heath, Warrington, helped raise £500 for local charity Warrington VIP with an end-of-season café fundraiser.

Sir Thomas Boteler achieves national award for Parental Partnership
Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School has been awarded the Leading Parent Partnership Award (LPPA), a nationally recognised standard that celebrates schools which demonstrate excellence in strengthening parental engagement.

Hospital trust invites residents to join Council of Governors
Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (WHH) is seeking nominations from residents across Warrington and Halton to join the Council of Governors.

Appeal for witnesses following serious assault near Walton Gardens
Police investigating a serious assault near Walton Gardens are appealing for information, video footage and witnesses.

Police seek witnesses after man suffers serious head injury during town centre assault
POLICE are seeking witnesses after a 52-year-old man suffered a serious head injury after being pushed to the ground during an assault in Warrington town centre.

Laughing robber who threatened to stab victim jailed
A man who threatened to stab his victim and then laughed as he lay injured on the ground has been jailed for an attempted robbery in Warrington town centre.

Boy, 13, arrested with knife near Youth Zone
A 13-year-old boy has been arrested for possession of a bladed article following reports of a youth with a knife near Warrington Youth Zone on Saturday evening.

Five illegal workers arrested at two Warrington town centre nail bars
FIVE illegal workers have been arrested at two Warrington town centre nail bars after Immigration Enforcement officers targeted the town over the weekend.

Police launch drive to tackle the spiking of drinks
POLICE in Warrington and across Cheshire have launched a new county-wide campaign to tackle spiking – adding alcohol or extra measures to someone’s drink without their knowledge.

Fire crew called out to suspected arson incident involving hedgerow
FIREFIGHTERS were called out this afternoon (Monday) following reports of a hedgerow on fire at Appleton, Warrington.

Driver arrested and car seized after failed drugs test
A driver was arrested and his car was seized after a failed drugs test at Old Hall, Warrington, last night.

Five men arrested in connection with selling stolen goods in town centre
FIVE men have been arrested following reports of men selling stolen goods in Warrington town centre.

Appeal for information after three trees torched
FIREFIGHTERS were called out last night (Tuesday) following reports fo trees on fire on a road near a motorway bridge at Appleton Thorn, Warrington.

Sir Thomas Boteler students speak of Christian values at unique church service
SIR Thomas Boteler Church of England High School held their annual Inauguration Service at St. Elphin’s Parish Church, Warrington, as students spoke about their Christian values.

Sir Thomas Boteler achieves national award for Parental Partnership
Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School has been awarded the Leading Parent Partnership Award (LPPA), a nationally recognised standard that celebrates schools which demonstrate excellence in strengthening parental engagement.

Ascent Autism Specialist College moves into new home
STAFF and students at Ascent Autism Specialist College have moved into their new home on the multi-use business park, The Parks in Newton-le-Willows.

College prepares to welcome future students at Year 11 open evenings
Warrington & Vale Royal College will soon be welcoming Year 11 pupils and their families to its highly anticipated Open Evenings, beginning on Wednesday, October 8.

College proud to announce 100 percent pass rate for all Access to Higher Education (HE) students
WARRINGTON & Vale Royal College is proud to announce a 100% pass rate across all Access to Higher Education (HE) pathways, a remarkable achievement that highlights the dedication of its students and staff.

Free after-school Dance Academy returns at Warrington & Vale Royal College
WARRINGTON & Vale Royal College is thrilled to announce the return of its free after-school Dance Academy this October.

UTC Warrington building closed due to cladding concerns
THE UTC Warrington building was unable to reopen for the start of the new term this week after being closed due to safety concerns over cladding.

Local suicide prevention charity helps schools save lives
A leading suicide prevention charity has launched a new set of free resources to help schools and colleges deliver lessons in life.

Bullying at school – does your child have a problem?
HEADING back to the classroom can be a source of anxiety or stress for many children – especially if they are suffering from bullying.

Minister for Early Education visits school’s newly refurbished nursery
MINISTER for Early Education Stephen Morgan dropped in at Cinnamon Brow Primary School, Warrington to see for himself its newly refurbished nursery and to flag up a start-of-the-new term boost for working parents.

Shocked and horrified by level of online homophobia directed at Warrington Pride
THE year is 2025 and the UK is meant to be a place of freedom of expression – although sadly not judging by some of the commentary linked to my coverage of Warrington Pride.

Time for a much-needed apology from the corridors of power
THE findings of the Government’s Best Value Inspection into the financial affairs of Warrington Borough Council came as no surprise for many, with debts of around £1.8 billion.

Keep up the great work Warrington Litter Networks
CONGRATULATIONS to everyone involved with the volunteer Warrington Litter Networks who took part in the Great British Spring Clean recently, collecting over 300 tonnes of rubbish!

Remembering the remarkable Cindy Sturman
THERE wasn’t as dry eye in the house when family and friends gathered at the Raven Inn to celebrate the life of Cindy Sturman.

Disappointing but not surprising
WHILE there will be lots of disappointment in Lymm following the approval of new “prison block” retirement apartments on former Green Belt land in the village, it was hardly surprising to see the development allowed on appeal.

Let common sense prevail and retain boys’ names on Peace Centre
AS we approach the 32nd anniversary of the IRA bomb attack on Warrington, I echo the sentiments of peace campaigner Colin Parry regarding the issue surrounding the names of Tim Parry and Johnathan Ball remaining on the iconic Peace Centre.

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.

“Old man in lycra” half-way through cycling challenge to raise funds for Lymm Rugby Club
DUBBED the “Old man in lycra” by his club mates, former rugby player Paul Foulkes is halfway through his marathon cycle ride and has already raised over £8,000 to help fund Lymm Rugby Club’s travel costs.

Resolute Rylands hold promotion chasing Ashton
PROMOTION pushing Ashton United were held to a 1 – 1 draw against Warrington Rylands at The Quickline Logistics Arena on Tuesday evening.

Yellows earn a point on the road
WARRINGTON Town came from behind to earn a deserved point on the road at Prescot Cables.

They did it – Grappenhall avoided the embarrassment of setting an unenviable record
THEY did it. Grappenhall won their last match of the season and so avoided the embarrassment of setting a unenviable Cheshire County League record – that of losing every match of the season.

Lymm edge derby thriller
ON a brisk, windy but sunny afternoon, Lymm edged a trilling derby 27-24 against long-standing friends and competitors Chester RUFC, in their first ever fixture in the National League 2 West.

Wolves tryless in defeat on first of double trip to Hull and back
WARRINGTON Wolves fell to their seventh defeat in eight games as their painful run to the end of the season continued with a 34-2 loss at Hull FC.

“Old man in lycra” half-way through cycling challenge to raise funds for Lymm Rugby Club
DUBBED the “Old man in lycra” by his club mates, former rugby player Paul Foulkes is halfway through his marathon cycle ride and has already raised over £8,000 to help fund Lymm Rugby Club’s travel costs.

Resolute Rylands hold promotion chasing Ashton
PROMOTION pushing Ashton United were held to a 1 – 1 draw against Warrington Rylands at The Quickline Logistics Arena on Tuesday evening.

Yellows earn a point on the road
WARRINGTON Town came from behind to earn a deserved point on the road at Prescot Cables.

They did it – Grappenhall avoided the embarrassment of setting an unenviable record
THEY did it. Grappenhall won their last match of the season and so avoided the embarrassment of setting a unenviable Cheshire County League record – that of losing every match of the season.

Lymm edge derby thriller
ON a brisk, windy but sunny afternoon, Lymm edged a trilling derby 27-24 against long-standing friends and competitors Chester RUFC, in their first ever fixture in the National League 2 West.

Wolves tryless in defeat on first of double trip to Hull and back
WARRINGTON Wolves fell to their seventh defeat in eight games as their painful run to the end of the season continued with a 34-2 loss at Hull FC.

Amentum to create 3,000 new jobs following boost in nuclear power and defence spending
WITH nuclear laboratories and engineering test facilities in Warrington, Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, has announced plans to create 3,000 new jobs over the next four years.

How a same day loan can help manage unexpected cash flow gaps
In today’s fast-paced world, financial stability can sometimes be disrupted without warning. When faced with an unexpected expense, having immediate…

Sold out signs go up for 6th annual Warrington Business Conference
THE “sold out” signs have gone up for this Friday’s Innovate Warrington Business Conference to champion local excellence and future growth.

United Utilities launches 2026 graduate and internship programme
WARRINGTON-based water and wastewater company United Utilities has opened applications for its 2026 graduate and intern programme.

Bluebay Buillding Products appoints Warrington-based finance director
BLUEBAY Building Products – independent distributors of specialist civil engineering and construction products – has appointed Warrington-based Mark Siney as finance director.

Employers shed 4,621 jobs in the last year
EMPLOYERS in the North West have shed 4,621 jobs in the last year – a -0.14 per cent drop.

Accountants Warrington
Warrington based accountants

Air conditioning and heating solutions
Air conditioning and heating solutions, Warrington

Art Galleries Warrington
Art Galleries in Warrington, Stockton Heath and Lymm

Builders Warrington
BUILDERS in the Warrington area

Carpets and Beds
Carpet suppliers and carpet cleaners in the Warrington area.

Car Sales and Repairs
Car sales and repairs in Warrington

All the road closures you need to know for Warrington Running Festival 2025
A number of road closures will be in force this Sunday, September 21, for the annual Warrington Running Festival.

New NHS partnership with leading national mental health app
Local NHS Trust, CWP has partnered with Hub of Hope, the UK’s largest and most comprehensive directory of mental health services.

Healthy habits for glowing skin and a happier mind
A healthful lifestyle not only leads to physical well-being, but it can also boost your mental happiness. One visible representation…

How different time periods shaped literary themes
The earliest stories were carved into clay tablets or passed through song. Myths and epics from Mesopotamia Greece and Egypt reflected the values and fears of their people.

New NHS partnership with leading national mental health app
Local NHS Trust, CWP has partnered with Hub of Hope, the UK’s largest and most comprehensive directory of mental health services.

NHS in the North West ramps up winter preparations
The NHS in the North West is providing targeted care for vulnerable groups, improving ambulance handover times and investing in new emergency care facilities as it strengthens its plans to winter-proof the health service.

Work ongoing to improve admission times at Warrington & Halton Teaching Hospitals
WARRINGTON and Halton Teaching Hospitals is continuing to work to improve admission times after being ranked amongst the bottom scores when compared with other hospitals in the latest annual survey of hospital inpatients published this week by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Community turns out in force for Hope 100 Walk
MEMBERS of the Warrington community turned out in force for the Hope 100 Walk ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day this coming Wednesday, September 10th.

All the road closures you need to know for Warrington Running Festival 2025
A number of road closures will be in force this Sunday, September 21, for the annual Warrington Running Festival.

Great Sankey Artisan Market is on the move
The Great Sankey Artisan Market has a brand-new home!… and will now be known as The Penketh & Great Sankey Artisan Market.

Santa Tony set to ride again for one last time
AFTER announcing his retirement last Christmas, Warrington’s legendary Santa Tony is set to ride again for one last time and will be hoping he has no clutch problems!

Former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan coming to Warrington’s Golden Square
THE phenomenal Tom Meighan, former frontman of Kasabian, is coming to Warrington on September 27, along with 90s band Space, Headfeeder & The Bemonts.

Friends of Alexandra Park Raise £500 for Warrington VIP
THE Friends of Alexandra Park in Stockton Heath, Warrington, helped raise £500 for local charity Warrington VIP with an end-of-season café fundraiser.

MP explores history of Warrington Castle during Heritage Open Day
VIDEO: WARRINGTON North MP Charlotte Nichols joined local residents for a Warrington Castle Heritage Open Day entitled ‘The Anglo-Saxon Story: Uncovering the Legends, Norman Rule, and Legacy of St Elphin’s Church’.

Bents colleagues complete ‘one more lap’ for Warrington Youth Zone
A team of determined Bents’ colleagues recently laced their trainers and pulled on their waterproofs to take part in a 12-hour ultra-endurance charity running event, in aid of Warrington Youth Zone, Bents’ 2025 charity of the year.

Lymm foster carer has scooped a national award
A LYMMl woman has scooped a national award, recognising her inspirational work as a foster carer over the last 14 years, utterly transforming the lives of foster children.

Friends of Alexandra Park Raise £500 for Warrington VIP
THE Friends of Alexandra Park in Stockton Heath, Warrington, helped raise £500 for local charity Warrington VIP with an end-of-season café fundraiser.

Bents colleagues complete ‘one more lap’ for Warrington Youth Zone
A team of determined Bents’ colleagues recently laced their trainers and pulled on their waterproofs to take part in a 12-hour ultra-endurance charity running event, in aid of Warrington Youth Zone, Bents’ 2025 charity of the year.

Runners go the distance for Warrington Youth Zone’s One More Lap ultra-relay
THE sun rose and set on Sunday, September 14, to the determined stride of runners, who together completed a 12-hour ultra-endurance relay challenge for Warrington Youth Zone.

Streets lit up by St Rocco’s first-ever Neon Night Walk
THE streets of Warrington “glowed up” at the weekend as participants donned their brightest 80s gear for St Rocco’s Hospice’s inaugural Neon Night Walk.

MP explores history of Warrington Castle during Heritage Open Day
VIDEO: WARRINGTON North MP Charlotte Nichols joined local residents for a Warrington Castle Heritage Open Day entitled ‘The Anglo-Saxon Story: Uncovering the Legends, Norman Rule, and Legacy of St Elphin’s Church’.

Shared celebrations as Parr Hall and Warrington Museum both mark milestone anniversaries
TWO of Warrington’s most iconic buildings, the Parr Hall and Museum, are both celebrating milestone anniversaries this month.

Mayor praises fantastic Museum of Policing Open Day event
THE Museum of Policing in Cheshire welcomed hundreds of visitors, including the Mayor of Warrington, Cllr. Mo Hussain, for a free family open day at its Arpley Street base in Warrington.

Heritage Open Days offer packed programme of events
HERITAGE Open Days return next month and there is a packed programme of events and experiences in Warrington as part of the celebrations.

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.