
Public greeted by security guards at Parish Council meeting as independent councillors excluded
TWO security guards greeted people arriving at the latest meeting of Culcheth & Glazebury Parish Council, while two independent Cllrs. were excluded from part two of the meeting.

Three casualties treated for smoke inhalation after vacuum cleaner fire
THREE people were treated by paramedics for smoke inhalation following a vacuum cleaner fire at a residential property in Warrington during the early hours of this morning.

Vehicle well alight on hard shoulder of M56
TWO fire crews were called out following reports of a vehicle fire on the hard shoulder of the M56 at Warrington.

Single mum launches fundraiser to help save life of little rescue kitten
A fundraising appeal has been launched for life-saving surgery for a little kitten rescued from Penketh, Warrington.

Pop Idol star Gareth Gates to reveal all with his steamy boyband at Parr Hall
POP Idol runner-up Gareth Gates will be baring all when he pays a steamy visit to Warrington Parr Hall next year.

Jealous man jailed after attacking woman in her own home
A jealous man has been jailed for assaulting a woman and smashing plates and cups at her home in Warrington.

Police appeal to trace man with links to Latchford wanted on recall to prison
POLICE in Warrington are appealing for help in tracing a wanted man with connections to the Latchford area of town.

Police warning over suspicious individuals near schools
UPDATED: POLICE at Warrington have issued a warning to parents and carers about individuals acting suspiciously near schools at Culcheth and Poplars & Hulme.

Plan to extend factory building in conservation area
PLANS for extensions to a single-storey building in the Buttermarket Street conservation area have been submitted to Warrington Borough Council.

MP makes a splash with Warrington Masters Swimming Club
WARRINGTON North MP Charlotte Nichols recently joined Warrington Masters Swimming Club at the Orford Jubilee Hub ahead of the Swim England Masters National Championship, which will take place in Sheffield this month.

Jealous man jailed after attacking woman in her own home
A jealous man has been jailed for assaulting a woman and smashing plates and cups at her home in Warrington.

Police warning over suspicious individuals near schools
UPDATED: POLICE at Warrington have issued a warning to parents and carers about individuals acting suspiciously near schools at Culcheth and Poplars & Hulme.

Two arrested and large quantity of drugs seized following police stop check in Warrington
TWO local people have been arrested and a large quantity of illegal drugs seized following a successful police stop check in Warrington.

Man charged with attempted murder following Woolston stabbing
DETECTIVES investigating a serious assault at Woolston, Warrington have charged a man with attempted murder.

Push bike adapated to reach speeds of over 40 mph seized by police
A push bike adapted to reach speeds of over 40 mph was seized by police at Great Sankey, Warrington.

Investigation ongoing following attempted murder stabbing at Woolston
A woman remains in hospital in a critical condition as investigations continue into an attempted murder stabbing at a residential property in Woolston, Warrington, on Monday afternoon.

Child rapist jailed for 21 years
A child rapist has been jailed for 21 years for subjecting a young girl to years of sexual abuse in Warrington.

Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after woman stabbed at Woolston
A 61-year-old local man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a woman was stabbed at a residential address, which resulted in the closure of Manchester Road at Woolston, Warrington.

Warrington man charged with weapons and burglary offences following incident in town
Officers in Warrington have charged a man with several offences, including weapons and burglary offences, following an incident in the town.

Road rage victims released from hospital after being sprayed with unknown substance
UPDATED: TWO people who were taken to hospital after being sprayed with an unknown substance during a road rage incident at Lymm, have been released with no lasting injuries.

Council partners with local company to illuminate young people’s futures
A new partnership between Warrington Borough Council and a local company is creating brighter futures for young people, particularly care leavers and those not in employment, education, or training (NEET).

School achieves The Rainbow Flag Award
SIR Thomas Boteler Church of England High School has been awarded The Rainbow Flag Award, a national quality assurance framework that recognises schools and colleges for demonstrating positive LGBTQ+ inclusion and visibility.

Dedicated nursery practitioner wins top medical ‘Hero’ award
WHEN a young child arrived at Bright Horizons Warrington Day Nursery and Pre-School Nursery with a serious medical condition, practitioners went above and beyond to ensure that Ibbi – and her parents – received the best possible experience, despite the challenges.

GCSE maths in Warrington: 5 simple ways parents can support at home

Multi academy trust pupils take over Chester Zoo to deliver conservation and sustainability talks
PUPILS from seven of Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust’s (HFCMAT) primary and secondary schools, including Our Lady’s in Warrington, took over Chester Zoo to deliver a series of talks to members of the public about some of the most pressing issues facing the world today.

Locking Stumps Primary shortlisted for mental health and wellbeing award
Locking Stumps Community Primary School, Birchwood, has made this year’s shortlist for the Mental Health and Wellbeing award at The Educate Awards 2025.

Boteler CE High School welcomes 400 families to Open Evening
WARRINGTON’S Sir Thomas Boteler CE High School welcomed more than 400 families to its annual Open Evening – the highest…

Students can be a prime target for fraud and cyber crime – police warning
STUDENTS can be a prime target for fraud and cyber crime and the University of Chester’s Warrington Centre is no exception.

College launches five-day Solar PV and Battery Storage course for qualified electricians
Warrington & Vale Royal College is launching a five-day training course for qualified electricians, designed to meet the growing demand for renewable energy skills in the UK.

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.

Broaden your horizons and celebrate other cultures
CONGRATULATIONS to everyone involved in this year’s Warrington Mela which is fast becoming one of the highlights of the year in the town’s calendar of events.

Toxic politics reaches a new low in Culcheth
I’m sorry to say that the world of toxic politics has reached a new low in the Culcheth area – and it’s not just me saying it – I am hearing it from lots of people across the whole of Warrington.

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.

Vastly experienced Head Coach Steve McNamara joins Warrington Wolves’ coaching team
WARRINGTON Wolves have announced that experienced Head Coach Steve McNamara will be joining the club’s coaching team ahead of the 2026 season.

What a night for Lymm Runners!
IT was a rewarding night for Lymm Runners as they scooped two volunteer awards at Leigh Sports Stadium!

Burton bags four as Rylands progress in Liverpool Senior Cup
JAKE Burton bagged four goals as Warrington Rylands progressed in the Liverpool Senior Cup with a 2-4 victory at the TD Hughes Stadium against a defiant Maghull.

Celebrity charity match brings together fun and fundraising
A Celebrity Charity Match at Warrington Rylands FC brought together famous faces from Gogglebox, EastEnders, Love Island, Married at First Sight, YouTube, and more.

Lymm bus hits the buffers at Hinckley
WITH the first 5 matches of the season having resulted in 3 wins and 2 highly credible bonus point losses on their ultra-long away trips, Lymm would have got onto the team bus on Saturday morning with considerable confidence of registering another strong performance.

Luke Littler takes big step towards becoming World No. 1 after statement victory
WARRINGTON teenager Luke Littler secured his first Boyle Sports World Grand Prix title, taking a big step towards the world No 1 spot after thrashing Luke Humphries 6-1 in Leicester last night.

Vastly experienced Head Coach Steve McNamara joins Warrington Wolves’ coaching team
WARRINGTON Wolves have announced that experienced Head Coach Steve McNamara will be joining the club’s coaching team ahead of the 2026 season.

What a night for Lymm Runners!
IT was a rewarding night for Lymm Runners as they scooped two volunteer awards at Leigh Sports Stadium!

Burton bags four as Rylands progress in Liverpool Senior Cup
JAKE Burton bagged four goals as Warrington Rylands progressed in the Liverpool Senior Cup with a 2-4 victory at the TD Hughes Stadium against a defiant Maghull.

Celebrity charity match brings together fun and fundraising
A Celebrity Charity Match at Warrington Rylands FC brought together famous faces from Gogglebox, EastEnders, Love Island, Married at First Sight, YouTube, and more.

Lymm bus hits the buffers at Hinckley
WITH the first 5 matches of the season having resulted in 3 wins and 2 highly credible bonus point losses on their ultra-long away trips, Lymm would have got onto the team bus on Saturday morning with considerable confidence of registering another strong performance.

Luke Littler takes big step towards becoming World No. 1 after statement victory
WARRINGTON teenager Luke Littler secured his first Boyle Sports World Grand Prix title, taking a big step towards the world No 1 spot after thrashing Luke Humphries 6-1 in Leicester last night.

Dealing with employee misconduct – a first-time guide for small businesses
Employee misconduct: the one thing every boss dreads having to deal with. Yet, taking care of your employees isn’t just about skill recognition and workplace benefits.

Services and resources available to Warrington businesses
Are you a business in Warrington? Or looking to set one up here in the near future? Well, there are…

The Coffee House success story continues at new digital hub
HOME-GROWN business success story The Coffee House has signed a 10-year lease for its latest store at The Causeway digital hub on the busy Wilderspool Causeway, Warrington.

500 people attend United Utilities annual Developer Day event
Warrington headquartered United Utilities welcomed hundreds of developers and industry experts to its annual Developer Day event to help create a stronger, greener, and healthier North West.

New virtual assistant franchise will support local businesses
Warrington-based entrepreneur Melanie Pollard is preparing to launch a brand-new Alchemy Virtual Assistance (VA) franchise this November, bringing trusted virtual assistant and business support services to local professionals and growing companies across Warrington and the North West.

CRIMPIT – one of the fastest growing businesses in the North
WARRINGTON-based CRIMPiT has been recognised as one of the 50 fastest-growing businesses in the North of England by the UK Fast Growth Index for 2025.

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

Pop Idol star Gareth Gates to reveal all with his steamy boyband at Parr Hall
POP Idol runner-up Gareth Gates will be baring all when he pays a steamy visit to Warrington Parr Hall next year.

Online strangers who act like “friends”, the saddest comedy ever staged
A world that forces us to part ways with vulnerability, full of people that no matter how proactive they are…

Medochemie responds to paediatric oncology shortage as part of growing cyprus-botswana healthcare partnership
Medochemie dispatched two tons of essential medicines to Botswana in July to address critical shortages at the country’s only Paediatric Oncology Centre.

Warrington artist Paul Larkin to exhibit at Holy Trinity Coffee Bar
LOCAL artist Paul Larkin is set to transform the bustling Holy Trinity Coffee Bar in Warrington town centre into a vibrant pop-up gallery, displaying a selection of his recent work, fromtomorrow, Friday.

NHS advises vaccination ahead of winter as flu cases surge
HEALTH leaders in the North West are urging people to take steps to protect themselves this winter amidst surging flu infections and rising COVID-19 hospitalisations and emergency attendances.

MP visits independent hospital as part of World Mental Health Day
Labour MP for Warrington South, Sarah Hall paid a visit to Lea Court Independent Hospital ahead of World Mental Health Day recently.

Short film to promote local mental health support on World Mental Health Day
It’s World Mental Health Day tomorrow, October 10, and this year to support the day a special film is being shown in two town centre locations.

Couple donate special cot to help families grieving the loss of a baby
A COUPLE have donated a special cot to the butterfly suite at Warrington Hospital’s maternity department, helping to provide comfort and support to families grieving the loss of a baby.

Pop Idol star Gareth Gates to reveal all with his steamy boyband at Parr Hall
POP Idol runner-up Gareth Gates will be baring all when he pays a steamy visit to Warrington Parr Hall next year.

Warrington artist Paul Larkin to exhibit at Holy Trinity Coffee Bar
LOCAL artist Paul Larkin is set to transform the bustling Holy Trinity Coffee Bar in Warrington town centre into a vibrant pop-up gallery, displaying a selection of his recent work, fromtomorrow, Friday.

Fireworks and bonfire displays in Warrington 2025
FIREWORKS and bonfire displays are taking place across Warrington from November 1st to November 8th, including November 5th!

Fangtastic fun for the whole family at Time Square this Halloween
Warrington’s Time Square is gearing up for a week of fangtastic family fun this October half term, with spooktacular events and eerie entertainment running from October 25th to November 1st.

Urgent ‘Adoptober’ plea as record 1,700 cats in RSPCA national care
The RSPCA is urging people to consider adopting a rescue cat, amid an all-time high in numbers of moggies in the charity’s care including at RSPCA Warrington, St Helens and Halton branch.

Celebrity charity match brings together fun and fundraising
A Celebrity Charity Match at Warrington Rylands FC brought together famous faces from Gogglebox, EastEnders, Love Island, Married at First Sight, YouTube, and more.

Spiderman Chris conquers fear of heights to raise over £7,000 for cancer care and research
WARRINGTON’s very own Spiderman, Chris Upham, conquered his fear of heights by abseiling down the side of the Clatterbridge Centre, raising over £7,000 for cancer care and research.

North West Air Ambulance launches first ever “On Board With Us” campaign
For the first time in its 26-year history, the North West Air Ambulance Charity (NWAA) is giving supporters the incredible opportunity to join its lifesaving mission in a way never seen before.

Urgent ‘Adoptober’ plea as record 1,700 cats in RSPCA national care
The RSPCA is urging people to consider adopting a rescue cat, amid an all-time high in numbers of moggies in the charity’s care including at RSPCA Warrington, St Helens and Halton branch.

Celebrity charity match brings together fun and fundraising
A Celebrity Charity Match at Warrington Rylands FC brought together famous faces from Gogglebox, EastEnders, Love Island, Married at First Sight, YouTube, and more.

Spiderman Chris conquers fear of heights to raise over £7,000 for cancer care and research
WARRINGTON’s very own Spiderman, Chris Upham, conquered his fear of heights by abseiling down the side of the Clatterbridge Centre, raising over £7,000 for cancer care and research.

North West Air Ambulance launches first ever “On Board With Us” campaign
For the first time in its 26-year history, the North West Air Ambulance Charity (NWAA) is giving supporters the incredible opportunity to join its lifesaving mission in a way never seen before.

Special talk on history of Burtonwood airbase and new Bolt of Lightning memorial
A special talk on the history of Burtonwood airbase and the new Bolt of Lightning memorial is set to take place later this month (October).

On the trail of the Norbertine Canons of Warburton
On a steep embankment shaded by archaic yew trees in the quiet backwater of Warburton Village close to nearby Lymm stands an ancient religious timber framed structure that has been associated with worship and prayer since as far back as the 11th century.

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.

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.