Motorway closed after car overturns, trapping two people
THE M6 motorway was closed in both directions following a major crash near Newton-le-Willows earlier this afternoon
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Man held on suspicion of possessing heroin and crack cocaine
A MAN has been arrested at Warrington on suspicion of possessing controlled drugs – heroin and crack cocaine.
Free swimming offer as pools re-open
FREE swimming will be on offer at Woolston Neighbourhood Hub this weekend – as a “thankyou” to customers for their patience while the pools were closed while improvement work was carried out.
Fire alert at Frodsham’s Eddisbury Square
A BLAZE involving a large waste bin inside a building triggered a fire alert at Frodsham last night.
Lib Dems campaigning on Europe
LIBERAL Democrats in Warrington have been out in the town centre and in Stockton Heath campaigning for Britain to stay in Europe.
£50,000 boost for new multi-use games area
A NEW, multi-used games area is to be built at Warrington – thanks to a £50,000 grant from funding body WREN.
Man rescued from chimney at Warrington
A MAN was rescued from a chimney at commercial premises at Warrington last night.
Grappers looking good after six games
IT’S early days yet, but six matches into the Vivio Cheshire County League, Grappenhall are looking good for a speedy return to the premier division.
Award-winning comedian to appear at Parr Hall
AWARD-winning comedian and actor Omid Djalili, known for his legendary stand-up performances, is back on a nationwide tour and will be calling in at Parr Hall, Warrington.
Historic pub can be extended – despite objections
PLANNING chiefs at Warrington have approved proposals for a first floor extension at the locally listed Black Swan pub at Rixton – despite objections from the local parish council.