Mystery of attack
victim’s missing hours
by David Skentelbery
POLICE at Warrington are trying to find out what happened during three ?missing? hours during which a man was apparently attacked, knocked unconscious and then taken home.
The 24-year-old suffered a broken jaw during the three hour period of which he has no memory.
He had gone into the town centre for a night out on June 26 and, after being refused admission to the Friar?s Court bar he went to the Breeze Bar in Friar?s Gate.
In the bar area he met two men and recalls talking to them. One was about 19, 5ft 6 inches tall and of average build with shaven hair.
The victim recalls seeing something out of the corner of his right eye and a man standing to his left ? and the next thing he knew he was at home, covered in blood and had suffered a broken jaw.
Police say the incident took place between 11pm and 2am on June 27. It appears the victim was knocked unconscious.
They are appealing for information from anyone who was in the Bridge Street, Academy Way and Friar?s Gate area.
The victim was wearing stone washed blue denim jeans, a striped, long-sleeved jumper, waist length jacket and white trainers. He is 5ft 11 inches tall, of slim build and has short dark hair.
Anyone who can help is asked to contact DC Anna Last on 0845 458 0000.
Pupils get a
taste of Africa
by Lesley Wilkinson
A TASTE of African life was offered to pupils of St Wilfrid’s C E Primary School, Grappenhall, Warrington,during their annual Arts Week.
The children learned about the heritage and development of various countries in Africa and explored aspects of African art, drama, dance and music.
Children from Year 2 and Year 6 took part in workshops with Afrikan Fusion, where they learnt to sing and play Swahili drums, presenting their skills in a whole-school assembly at the end of the day.
Arts co-ordinator Jill Hargreaves said: “Afrikan Fusion were a wonderful end to a very creative week. African Arts Week has been a huge success and the children are extremely proud of the artwork they have produced, ranging from African head dresses and masks to animal puppets.
“The children were fascinated by work produced with Afrikan Fusion and I can’t believe how many skills they have learnt in such a short space of time.”
Music festival
rumour dismissed
by Lesley Wilkinson
A RUMOUR that the controversial Creamfields music festival could continue for 20 years if it was granted a licence next year has been dismissed.
Coun Sonia Boggan told Stockton Heath Parish Council that she had heard that if the licence was approved a third time next year, the organisers would then be able to continue with the festival at Daresbury for 20 years.
The music festival is on land in the jurisdiction of Halton Borough Council who have granted a licence for two years despite opposition from many local residents.
Coun Peter Walker said it was not the case that the licence would run on.
He said: “They could apply for 20 years and Halton could grant it – but that is very unlikely.?
Wolves star presents
awards to students
by staff reporter
WOLVES player Paul Rauhihi was among the guests as Warrington Collegiate celebrated the achievements of school children from across the town.
The inaugural School Links award ceremony was held at the college theatre Hub 49 to recognise the hard work of students on the Collegiate programme. The course, for 14 to 16 year-olds, enables them to become involved in college life and train in a vocation while still at school.
Learners who have achieved success on a range of vocational courses, from construction to hair and beauty, were invited to the ceremony and received awards from Paul Rauhihi.
School links project leader Melina Allen, who has overseen the 562 students, said: “It is really rewarding to see all this and to have it rewarded at the ceremony.”
Awards were sponsored by local and national employers.
Historic machine
to be protected
by Lesley Wilkinson
A MACHINE that is part of Stockton Heath history and was found on a derelict site at Trafford Park, is to be protected.
The “billet cutter,” removed from The Forge shopping centre in Stockton Heath to allow for refurbishment, was discovered by resident Patrick Mullee on the site at Barton Dock Road.
Following the discovery, Stockton Heath Parish Council wrote to site owners Manchester Ship Canal Company asking about storage of the machine.
The company said the site manager had been made aware of the “historic importance” of the machine and the area around it would be fenced off.
Coun Sonia Boggan said: “This is an important piece of machinery. Stockton Heath grew up around this.”
The machine was originally used at the old Stockton Heath Forge company and is one of a number which were on display in the shopping centre prior to the refurbishment.
A decision has still to be made about where the old machines are to be displayed in future.
Town tackle Everton in
pre-season “friendly”
by Gary Skentelbery
AMBITIOUS Warrington Town FC who have set themselves the goal of achieving football league status in the next five years, have arranged a pre-season match with Premier League Everton for Thursday August 2, kick off 7.30pm.
A big crowd is expected as last season more than 1,500 people attended a Liverpool Senior Cup clash with Liverpool, while more than 1,000 supporters attended a pre-season friendly with Everton.
The club is now looking to build upon the high profile match with special season ticket deals, including their first ever family ticket.
To celebrate the dawn of a new era, which includes a new consortium of business backers and cash injection, the club is offering season tickets for adults for ?100 if bought before July 31st (normally ?120) while a family season ticket (two adults and two children under 16) is being made available for the first time costing just ?200 before July 31st (normally ?250). The family ticket will also allow admission for all home cup games.
Admission for the Everton game is ?6 for adults, ?4 for concessions and just ?10 for a family of four, two adults and 2 Under 16s.
Tickets are available by calling club secretary Barry on 0161 790 1490 or 07733446412 or be emailing [email protected]
Residents quiz police
on local issues
by staff reporter
MORE than 30 residents turned up to quiz local police officers at a Police Community Action Meeting at Whitecross Community Centre, Warrington.
PCSO Kathryn Harkin, PCSO Victoria Rimmer and PC Dave Barnes were on hand to talk to residents along with representatives from partner agencies and local councillors.
Residents were updated on action taken since the last meeting and asked to vote on their policing priorities for the next nine weeks. Parking problems were top of the list followed by anti-social behaviour and litter and graffiti.
PCSO Harkin said: “I want to thank all the residents who attended and for their continued support. It is encouraging to see so many turning up to talk about any problems that are affecting their quality of life.”
Issues with parking in the area will be looked at over the coming weeks. Patrols will be increased in the area and officers will be advising motorists accordingly. Residents also complained about problems with graffiti and litter and their concerns were passed onto the local councillors.
News in brief
A busy day
IT’S a busy day in Warrington for festivals, processions and carnivals today. It’s Stockton Heath Walking Day, Glazebury Gala Day, Winwick Carnival and Howley Carnival. Organisers are hoping the rain stays away!
Allotments visit
MEMBERS of Stockton Heath Parish Council will make their annual visit to inspect
the allotments in Red Lane, Appleton on August 3.
Residents’ association
A RESIDENTS’ association for the Wilderspool area of Warrington has been formed following three public meetings at St John’s United Reformed Church, Wilderspool Causeway. Secretary is Sally Warburton who can be emailed at [email protected]
Founder’s Day
LYMM High School celebrates “Founder’s Day” on Tuesday, July 17 with a variety of events including visits to primary schools to talk about recycling, helping to decorate Lymm Youth Club and going out to tidy up the village.
