News in brief
A ROUND-up of news from across the borough of Warrington
Author Gary Skentelbery
Gary Skentelbery
Experienced journalist for more than 40 years. Managing Director of magazine publishing group with three in-house titles and on-line daily newspaper for Warrington. Experienced writer, photographer, PR consultant and media expert having written for local, regional and national newspapers. Specialties: PR, media, social networking, photographer, networking, advertising, sales, media crisis management. Chair of Warrington Healthwatch Director Warrington Chamber of Commerce Patron Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation for Peace. Trustee Warrington Disability Partnership. Former Chairman of Warrington Town FC.
Raiders grab cash from hotel
TWO men have got away with a four-figure sum after threatening a member of staff at a Warrington hotel.
Man arrested after vandal attack
A MAN has been arrested after vandals went on the rampage on a Warrington housing estate.
Lymm Life magazine May 09
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Is phone mast too near airfield?
PLANS for a mobile phone mast at Warrington have resulted in massive
opposition – including claims that the 12.3 metres high structure could
affect aircraft using a nearby airstrip.
Vision for the future
A NEW sustainable community strategy for Warrington has been launched –
with a vision of making the borough one of the best places to live and
work in the UK by 2030.
Museum bids for national award
WARRINGTON Museum is in the running for a national award after a “low budget” exhibition attracted hundreds of visitors.
Doomed school wins specialist status
A WARRINGTON school which is due to be closed in three years time has been awarded specialist school status.
Councils form partnership
LEADERS of three councils in Cheshire – Warrington, Cheshire East and
Cheshire West and Chester – have pledged to work closely together for
the greater benefit of residents and business in the area.
How to combat the recession
HELPFUL advice on how to cope with the current recession was given at a business networking meeting at Lymm.