Homes approved on historic pub site
PLANNING chiefs at Warrington have given the go-ahead for a pair of semi-detached houses on the site of the old Ship Inn at Walton – despite strong opp9osition from local people.
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Housing benefit cuts are “madness” says MP
CUTS in housing benefit are being introduced without any research on their likely impact, according to Warrington North MP Helen Jones.
Council hits back over rebel councillor’s claims
WARRINGTON Borough Council has hit back following claims by “rebel” councillor Kevin Bennett that the council’s youth service was being subjected to a “pernicious attack.”
Road crash closes A49 at Warrington
POLICE are asking motorists to avoid th A49 Winwick Road, Warrington, this morning because of a road closure following an accident.
Young writers create “spine chillers” – in 100 words
SEVENTEEN pupils at Great Sankey High School, Warrington entered a “Spine Chillers” young writer’s competition.
School nurses protect children from ‘flu
SCHOOL nurses at Warrington have been supporting the national childhood vaccination programme by vaccinating 3,068 primary school children in years one and two against flu.
Struggling with finances? Get help from Citizen’s Advice
WARRINGTON people struggling with their finances should seek help from Citizen’s Advice – that’s the message from MP Helen Jones.
Solar farm plan gets the go-ahead
PLANNING chiefs at Warrington have cleared the way for a major solar farm on a former landfill site on the fringe of the borough.
Start the Chinese New Year with acupuncture
TWO Warrington-based acupuncturists are urging people to try the ancient natural health treatment to mark the start of the Chinese New Year on Monday (February 8).
Warning to litter louts after woman fined £220
A SENIOR councillor at Warrington has issued a warning to litter louts after a 25-year-old woman who dropped a drinks can just 10 feet from a litter bin was fined £220.