CONTROVERSIAL plans for “prison block” retirement apartments on a former Green Belt site at Lymm have been allowed on appeal.

SIGNIFICANT enhancements to local bus routes from Monday, April 7 have been announced by Warrington’s Own Buses.

POLICE are appealing for help in tracing a wanted man from Warrington.

THIRTY-TWO years ago today two bombs planted in bins by the IRA went off in Warrington town centre claiming the lives of two young boys and injuring more than 50 shoppers the day before Mother’s Day.

More than £155,000 has been raised through the Warrington Fund, bringing life-changing support to some of the town’s most vulnerable residents.

A RETROSPECTIVE plan to transform a once fire ravaged building which housed a cannabis farm above a restaurant building on Sankey Street, Warrington, into a HMO property, has been approved by planners.

A talented group of local youngsters are ready to take to the stage at St Thomas’ church hall in Stockton…

THE popular racket sport Pickleball has arrived in Culcheth.

Cheshire tourism bosses hosted two of the region’s MPs as part of a week celebrating the attractions, businesses and people behind the region’s “world class visitor economy”.

A speed dating evening, for 30-49 year olds age group, is being held in Dorado Lounge, Golden Square Warrington, by Activity Angels CIC following the success of their first one in December.

POLICE are appealing for help in tracing a wanted man from Warrington.

A drug-dealing couple from Warrington, who were spared jail in November with a suspended prison sentence, were caught back at it less than three months later.

OFFICERS investigating a series of burglaries in Warrington have charged a man in connection to the incidents.

An 18-year-old male who admitted causing the death of his mother in Warrington has been detained indefinitely under the Mental Health Act.

A convicted killer who stabbed a Warrington man to death has been jailed for sexually abusing a young girl while released on licence.

A quantity of cash was seized and a 44-year-old man was arrested after police carried out a drugs raid at a property in Poulton-with-Fearnhead, Warrington.

A robbery victim celebrating a birthday night out was left half-naked in a street with severe facial injuries after he was set upon by three men in Warrington.

A young Latchford man was so controlling over his girlfriend that he even wet her shoes to prevent her going out.

A senior social worker from Warrington, who believed his wife had cheated on him, repeatedly assaulted her and threatened to kill their children in front of her.

A drunken husband from Orford, Warrington, who twice strangled and assaulted his wife in front of their nine-year-old daughter went to live with his mum and then attacked her partner.

THE Orangery, a new multi-purpose space at Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School has officially opened.

FORMER leader of Warrington Borough Council John Gartside OBE JP DL – Chair of the Board of Trustees at the Warrington Disability Partnership – has received an honorary Master of Arts in recognition of his contribution to public service in Cheshire.

A SEVEN-month programme of improvements has made a real difference at Warrington’s Woolston Brook School.

Warrington & Vale Royal College has unveiled its new Spring Adult Course Guide, packed with exciting opportunities for adults aged 19+ looking to enhance their skills, boost their careers, or improve their wellbeing.

TWO students from Priestley College have taken on a marathon challenge to raise money and awareness for mental health in young men.

WARRINGTON & Vale Royal College welcomed its most recent cohort of graduating higher education and professional students to the remarkable St Elphin’s Church to celebrate their achievements.

TWO exhibitions aimed at championing the talents and voice of a new generation of artists have opened at Warrington Museum and Art Gallery.

David Wilson Homes has donated £500 to Birchwood C of E Primary School in Warrington, supporting the school’s outdoor play scheme, as it attempts to transform lunchtime play to make fun activities accessible to all students.

The school playground is a fundamental part of a child’s development whilst they are at school, and can be a memorable place of fun and games.

PRIESTLEY College has been awarded a national accreditation for the work it does to support the mental health of students and staff.

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.

THE Smart Phone – a blessing or a curse?

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.

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.

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.

A WEEKLY food shop in a supermarket is something that for many families we take for granted without giving it much thought.

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.

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!

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!

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.

A drug-dealing couple from Warrington, who were spared jail in November with a suspended prison sentence, were caught back at it less than three months later.

Have you ever thought about how you can take your boxing or kickboxing training to the next level without ever having to go to the gym? 

WARRINGTON Town set up a Cheshire Senior Cup semi-final tie with Stalybridge Celtic by beating Crewe 1-0 on Tuesday night.

WARRINGTON Wolves’ reward for defeating local rivals Widnes in the Betfred Challenge Cup is another derby against St Helens.

LATCHFORD made it back to back wins by racking up a 46-14 victory against a strong Salford City Roosters side.

LYMM entertained old friends from Billingham on a warm spring afternoon at Beechwood and got their just deserts with a 22-35 defeat.

A drug-dealing couple from Warrington, who were spared jail in November with a suspended prison sentence, were caught back at it less than three months later.

Have you ever thought about how you can take your boxing or kickboxing training to the next level without ever having to go to the gym? 

WARRINGTON Town set up a Cheshire Senior Cup semi-final tie with Stalybridge Celtic by beating Crewe 1-0 on Tuesday night.

WARRINGTON Wolves’ reward for defeating local rivals Widnes in the Betfred Challenge Cup is another derby against St Helens.

LATCHFORD made it back to back wins by racking up a 46-14 victory against a strong Salford City Roosters side.

LYMM entertained old friends from Billingham on a warm spring afternoon at Beechwood and got their just deserts with a 22-35 defeat.

A number of jobs are to go in the administration department at the privately run Cheshire Spire Hospital at Stretton, Warrington.

It may often seem like we’re trapped in a battle of wits to keep our earnings safe from the clutches of the taxman, but there are plenty of measures we can take to maximise our tax efficiency. If you’re looking to gain an insight into how to lower your tax obligations, read on.

In this post, we’ll show you six forms and documents you’ll need when starting a business.

HIGH street nursery brand Mamas & Papas is set to open a brand-new 1,800 sq ft concession in M&S at Gemini Retail Park, Europa Boulevard today (Friday)

Warrington-based lighting designer and manufacturer Ansell Lighting has opened an additional distribution warehouse in Warrington, following a period of continued growth.

Northern says local business owners across the North of England should consider ‘setting up shop’ on the rail network.

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Art Galleries in Warrington, Stockton Heath and Lymm

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Life can be overwhelming, but the right tools can help. From budgeting and productivity to personal safety and career growth, discover essential resources every savvy woman needs to stay organised, confident, and in control.

A talented group of local youngsters are ready to take to the stage at St Thomas’ church hall in Stockton…

A speed dating evening, for 30-49 year olds age group, is being held in Dorado Lounge, Golden Square Warrington, by Activity Angels CIC following the success of their first one in December.

A number of jobs are to go in the administration department at the privately run Cheshire Spire Hospital at Stretton, Warrington.

A number of jobs are to go in the administration department at the privately run Cheshire Spire Hospital at Stretton, Warrington.

PEOPLE living with Parkinson’s across Warrington and surrounding areas are being invited to try a new series of adaptive exercise sessions from CrossFit Warrington.

Peptides have emerged as a promising area of research in the quest to understand and possibly mitigate pain. With their multifaceted mechanisms and potential to target specific pathways, peptides represent a burgeoning frontier in developing novel pain management research strategies.

WARRINGTON and Halton Teaching Hospitals are urging pregnant women to get the lifesaving RSV vaccine

A talented group of local youngsters are ready to take to the stage at St Thomas’ church hall in Stockton…

A speed dating evening, for 30-49 year olds age group, is being held in Dorado Lounge, Golden Square Warrington, by Activity Angels CIC following the success of their first one in December.

VOLUNTEERS are urgently wanted to join the Warrington Litter Network to support the Great British Spring Clean.

A number of road closures will be in place this Sunday for the annual St Patrick’s Day Parade organised by the local Irish Club.

More than £155,000 has been raised through the Warrington Fund, bringing life-changing support to some of the town’s most vulnerable residents.

A speed dating evening, for 30-49 year olds age group, is being held in Dorado Lounge, Golden Square Warrington, by Activity Angels CIC following the success of their first one in December.

Warrington-based David Wilson Homes has reinforced its commitment to community well-being with a £1,500 donation to sight loss charity Guide Dogs through its Community Fund scheme.

Warrington-based social care charity Making Space is celebrating national success after taking home two prestigious awards at the Great British Care Awards (GBCA) and Markel 3rd Sector Care Awards.

A speed dating evening, for 30-49 year olds age group, is being held in Dorado Lounge, Golden Square Warrington, by Activity Angels CIC following the success of their first one in December.

Warrington-based David Wilson Homes has reinforced its commitment to community well-being with a £1,500 donation to sight loss charity Guide Dogs through its Community Fund scheme.

Warrington-based social care charity Making Space is celebrating national success after taking home two prestigious awards at the Great British Care Awards (GBCA) and Markel 3rd Sector Care Awards.

ANIMAL charity Warrington Animal Welfare has successfully neutered 53 cats in a special low-cost neutering event – helping to tackle the rising number of unwanted and abandoned cats in the area.

Anyone visiting Warrington today cannot fail to see the towering spire of St. Elphin’s church that is visible for many miles around and dominating the landscape.

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.

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.

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.

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.

AS we enter the New Year, it’s never been more important to talk about our mental health.

I have just read the April 2021 edition of Warrington Worldwide and I am delighted with Gary’s comments in the Editorial.

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.