news archive
February, 2022
“Drive-through” plans approved – but only just!
One more COVID-19 related death as infection rates continue to fall with 179 new cases
Legendary Manic Street Preachers head to Neighbourhood Weekender
Thelwall gun courier one of seven men jailed after military grade weapons for revenge killing recovered in EncroChat probe
MP accuses Government of failing cost of living crisis
Caroline to take on care leadership role
Social care workers to get two pay rises in three months – £1,700 a year
Major boost for bus services in Warrington
The six areas of Warrington where COVID-19 rates have risen
Cookhouse Comedy Club adds extra date to cope with demand
More broken promises over HS2 ?
COVID-19 infection rates continue to fall as 257 new cases confirmed
Record increase in global gas prices sees Price Cap rise of 54 pc from April
Two men charged with conspiracy to burgle shops
“Have-a-go” councillor dragged along road by moped thief
Vandals believed to have started fire
Radio Warrington’s poetry competition winner crowned
Primary school governors recognised with effectiveness award
Warrington North MP has high praise for gymnastics club
Emergency road closure for urgent branch felling works at Stretton
Police warning over Whats App scam message from people pretending to be family or friends
Two more COVID-19 related deaths and 214 new cases confirmed in Warrington
Call for more women in local politics
Police investigate suspected arson attack after car torched on Padgate driveway
Man arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary after armed police raids
Firefighters take down dangerous business sign and tackle skip and mattress fires
Specialist Warrington firm acquired by Manchester company
Will new school playing field upset local bats – if there are any?
Police budget will mean more officers on the street than ever before
Amended stables plan approved at farm
Mortgage Heroes – What is a Remortgage ?
Warrington business teams up with Police in fight against knife crime
Plan to remove popular free parking bay in village centre
Work underway on Britain’s first purpose-built electric bus depot
MP impressed by inspirational rowing club
Three more COVID-19 related deaths reported as 317 new cases confirmed in town
Distraction thief who stole cigarettes worth £10,000 from stores jailed
Golf club’s plans for indoor coaching studio
Nostalgic show invites women to reconnect with their inner teen
Bird, bug and bat boxes – how to make them
Watchdog’s praise for town’s children’s social care services
Planners to be asked if they STILL oppose motorway service scheme
January, 2022
Four more COVID-19 related hospital deaths as changes to reporting methods add 3,732 cases to town’s figures
Work progressing well on new £15m care facility at Lymm
Council issue public warning after Avian Flu confirmed at Ackers Pit
“Heroes Pathway” to be created in town centre gardens
Man jailed after twice breaching town centre court order
M62 reopened following multi-vehicle collision
Firefighters called out to deal with woodland blaze
Historic Parr’s Bank provides perfect venue for aerial theatre specialists