Concern over rising cost of car parking at Walton Gardens
A concerned Councillor has warned that raising parking charges at Walton Gardens could cause new problems for residents in Walton Village.
Jealous man who murdered ex-wife by stabbing receives life sentence of at least 14 years
A jealous man who admitted killing his ex-wife by stabbing her at their former home on Manchester Road, Warrington, has been given a life sentence and will serve at least 14 years in prison before being considered for parole.
The Raven Inn working with and for the community this Easter!
OVER the forthcoming Easter weekend, as well as gearing up with special Easter Menus, the Raven Inn at Glazebury, Warrington, is launching another customary charity fundraiser.
Police seek wanted man who failed to comply with community order
POLICE are appealing for help from the public in locating a wanted man from Warrington who failed to comply with a community order.
Search launched for next generation of electric bus engineers
A MAJOR new opportunity for local young people has arrived, with a search for two engineering apprentices to join the team at Warrington’s Own Buses.
Police seek help from the public to trace suspect following vehicle interference incidents
POLICE are seeking help from the public to trace a suspect following vehicle interference incidents in the Westbrook, Gemini and Callands areas of Warrington.
Mayor announces two fundraising events supporting local charities
The Mayor of Warrington is calling on local residents, businesses and community groups to join two special fundraising events this spring, raising vital funds for this year’s Mayoral Charities.
MP opens new community funded infant play equipment at St. Philip Primary
St. Philip Primary School recently had the pleasure of inviting Sarah Hall MP to open the new infant play equipment.
Local plumber named ‘Best Plumber in the North West’
Miroslav Tomcisak from Warrington has been announced as the North West winner of The Plumber Awards 2026.
MP meets with staff at Hawthorne Pub to discuss challenges
WARRINGTON North MP Charlotte Nichols, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Pubs, visited the Hawthorne Pub in Orford recently, where she met with Bobby Sethi from Unity Social and staff.
Jealous man who murdered ex-wife by stabbing receives life sentence of at least 14 years
A jealous man who admitted killing his ex-wife by stabbing her at their former home on Manchester Road, Warrington, has been given a life sentence and will serve at least 14 years in prison before being considered for parole.
Police seek help from the public to trace suspect following vehicle interference incidents
POLICE are seeking help from the public to trace a suspect following vehicle interference incidents in the Westbrook, Gemini and Callands areas of Warrington.
Shoplifter caught on CCTV carrying out “glam apocalypse” theft of health and beauty products
A shoplifter who was caught on CCTV carrying out a “glam apocalypse” stealing health and beauty products from a Tesco Express store in Warrington has appeared in court.
Man convicted following XL Bully attack which killed pensioner
The owner of an unregistered XL Bully which killed a pensioner in Warrington has been convicted of owning a dog that caused injury while dangerously out of control.
Man from Enfield accused of attempting to steal oil from outside pub at Lymm
A 44-year-old man from Enfield has been charged with the attempted theft of oil from outside a pub at Lymm.
Local man arrested after police officer dragged along road on motorbike
A 21-year-old man from Warrington who dragged a police officer along the road on a motorbike while being detained has been arrested.
Prolific shoplifter arrested and charged after extensive police investigation
A prolific shoplifter who allegedly stole from a Co-op store on six occasions has been arrested and charged following an extensive police investigation at Lymm.
Drug rider arrested as e-scooter seized for destruction
A 26-year-old man seen riding an e-scooter erratically at Orford, Warrington, was arrested on suspicion of drug driving.
Two charged following burglary at home of vulnerable elderly man
TWO people have now been charged following a burglary at the home of a vulnerable elderly man in Warrington.
Man caught in the act of groping a woman by town centre CCTV cameras jailed
A man from Afghanistan who was seen by a CCTV operator groping a woman outside a Warrington town centre nightclub has been jailed.
MP opens new community funded infant play equipment at St. Philip Primary
St. Philip Primary School recently had the pleasure of inviting Sarah Hall MP to open the new infant play equipment.
Plan to move UTC college students into former accident repair centre site for up to three years!
PLANNING permission is being sought, which will allow students from the ill-fated Warrington UTC college building on Dallam Lane to be relocated into a former accident repair centre site for up to three years.
Croft Primary School pupils enjoy ‘dusty boots’ tour at housing development
A group of pupils from Croft Primary School, on Mustard Lane in Croft, have enjoyed an exciting ‘dusty boots’ tour of Bellway’s Neptune development in Warrington.
Lymm High is winning at arts!
STAFF and students at Lymm High School are celebrating after receiving a prestigious Platinum Artsmark Award.
College delivers further bespoke training to United Utilities
Warrington & Vale Royal College is continuing its partnership with United Utilities, recently welcoming members of the organisation to its Warrington campus for another round of bespoke training.
College celebrates local artistic talent at Young Artist of the Year
Warrington and Vale Royal College is celebrating another successful year of its Young Artist of the Year competition, which showcases the incredible creativity of local young people.
Bruche Primary Academy celebrates another national attainment award
Bruche Primary Academy has added to its growing list of national awards and accolades with more recognition for pupil attainment.
College celebrates third anniversary of Advanced Creative & Digital Skills Academy
This week, Warrington & Vale Royal College is reflecting on three years of its Advanced Creative & Digital Skills Academy.
Investment helps power UTC Warrington’s robotics teams
Learners at UTC Warrington have received a £1,000 investment to support their student-led robotics teams, after their exciting qualification earlier this month for the FIRST Tech Challenge UK National Final.
Local school takes lead role in national push to help reception children thrive
A Warrington school is playing a lead role in a nationwide government push to ensure that more reception children are ready to thrive as they begin school.
Ten years on from Viola Beach tragedy and the numbness of pain remains
IT is hard to believe it was 10 years ago today that I was reporting on the heartbreaking story about local band Viola Beach being killed in a tragic accident while on their first tour abroad.
Independent helps fill funding gap to keep community news free
I had a very positive meeting with Independent Cllr. Neil Johnson who has kindly agreed to plug some of the funding gap left by Culcheth & Glazebury Parish Council.
Would a Turkey vote for Christmas?
AS our American cousins celebrated Thanksgiving this week, Warrington Borough Councillors are set to vote on some key issues on Monday evening – including giving themselves another increase in allowances.
Future of Woolston Hub should be a “no brainer” for council
LET us all hope Warrington Borough Council’s six-week consultation over the future of Woolston Neighbourhood Hub results in a positive outcome for the thousands of local people who rely on the community facility.
Stop moaning and do something useful like the Warrington Litter Network
DURING my travels around Warrington reporting on local issues or showcasing local offerings, it never ceases to amaze me how many negative people pop up on social media having a go at the town they live or work in.
Broaden your horizons and celebrate other cultures
CONGRATULATIONS to everyone involved in this year’s Warrington Mela which is fast becoming one of the highlights of the year in the town’s calendar of events.
Toxic politics reaches a new low in Culcheth
I’m sorry to say that the world of toxic politics has reached a new low in the Culcheth area – and it’s not just me saying it – I am hearing it from lots of people across the whole of Warrington.
Shocked and horrified by level of online homophobia directed at Warrington Pride
THE year is 2025 and the UK is meant to be a place of freedom of expression – although sadly not judging by some of the commentary linked to my coverage of Warrington Pride.
Time for a much-needed apology from the corridors of power
THE findings of the Government’s Best Value Inspection into the financial affairs of Warrington Borough Council came as no surprise for many, with debts of around £1.8 billion.
Keep up the great work Warrington Litter Networks
CONGRATULATIONS to everyone involved with the volunteer Warrington Litter Networks who took part in the Great British Spring Clean recently, collecting over 300 tonnes of rubbish!
Local weightlifter wins gold while breaking two British records!
LOCAL weightlifter Josh Summersgill is celebrating after winning a gold medal and breaking two British records at the British Masters Weightlifting Championship in Birmingham recently.
Northern offers fans discounted tickets and names train to celebrate Super League’s 30th birthday
Northern has named a train to celebrate Super League’s 30th birthday and is now offering fans tickets which allow them to travel anywhere in the North for just £10 a day.
Cricket resumes on April 18
CRICKET in Cheshire resumes on Saturday April 18 – with all the clubs in the Warrington area opening their seasons.
Latchford’s back-to-back victory at Blackpool
LATCHFORD Albion Giants made it back to back victories with a tough 24-38 win at Blackpool in some very challenging conditions.
Wolves miss out on chance to go top of Super League on its 30th birthday
THIRTY years on, Leeds Rhinos avenged their defeat to Warrington Wolves as they marked Super League’s milestone birthday with a 26-22 win.
Important point for Rylands in push for play-offs
A goalless draw away at Gainsborough Trinity earned Warrington Rylands an important point as the season approaches its final stages.
Local weightlifter wins gold while breaking two British records!
LOCAL weightlifter Josh Summersgill is celebrating after winning a gold medal and breaking two British records at the British Masters Weightlifting Championship in Birmingham recently.
Northern offers fans discounted tickets and names train to celebrate Super League’s 30th birthday
Northern has named a train to celebrate Super League’s 30th birthday and is now offering fans tickets which allow them to travel anywhere in the North for just £10 a day.
Cricket resumes on April 18
CRICKET in Cheshire resumes on Saturday April 18 – with all the clubs in the Warrington area opening their seasons.
Latchford’s back-to-back victory at Blackpool
LATCHFORD Albion Giants made it back to back victories with a tough 24-38 win at Blackpool in some very challenging conditions.
Wolves miss out on chance to go top of Super League on its 30th birthday
THIRTY years on, Leeds Rhinos avenged their defeat to Warrington Wolves as they marked Super League’s milestone birthday with a 26-22 win.
Important point for Rylands in push for play-offs
A goalless draw away at Gainsborough Trinity earned Warrington Rylands an important point as the season approaches its final stages.
Coach hire in Huddersfield: professional group transport solutions
Huddersfield has established itself as a vibrant commercial and cultural centre in the North of England, serving as an ideal location for business conferences, educational visits, celebrations, and group leisure activities.
Search launched for next generation of electric bus engineers
A MAJOR new opportunity for local young people has arrived, with a search for two engineering apprentices to join the team at Warrington’s Own Buses.
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: Key questions as the start date approaches
With the start of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for ITSA) now upon us, HMRC has been clarifying several practical questions around how the system will operate.
Oak Group Holdings acquires ETB from Bridgestone in latest expansion drive
Independent tyre wholesaler Oak Group Holdings, which has premises in Warrington, has kick-started 2026 with a landmark industry acquisition, becoming the sole owner of ETB Autocentres (Exhaust, Tyres and Batteries).
Business of the Week: A&A Media
A&A Media is a Warrington-based creative agency helping local businesses get seen, grow fast, and turn views into real customers.
Warrington manufacturers set for £2.5M digital leap forward
Hundreds of manufacturers across Warrington are set to accelerate their digital transformation after the Government confirmed fresh funding for the Made Smarter programme from April.
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Coach hire in Huddersfield: professional group transport solutions
Huddersfield has established itself as a vibrant commercial and cultural centre in the North of England, serving as an ideal location for business conferences, educational visits, celebrations, and group leisure activities.
Heat pump maintenance service: keeping your system at peak output
Heat pumps are built to operate for decades, but only when properly maintained. Regular professional servicing prevents small issues from becoming costly failures and preserves the efficiency that makes heat pumps such a valuable long-term investment.
Hospital and NHS community trusts officially join together
WARRINGTON and Halton Teaching Hospitals and Bridgewater Community Healthcare have today (April 1), officially joined together as one organisation, to become North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM).
How to budget properly before buying your next car
Buying a car is easy to think about in headline numbers. A list price, a monthly repayment, maybe a rough insurance estimate, and suddenly the decision feels manageable.
Hospital and NHS community trusts officially join together
WARRINGTON and Halton Teaching Hospitals and Bridgewater Community Healthcare have today (April 1), officially joined together as one organisation, to become North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM).
NHS reminds families to prepare for Easter and check children’s vaccinations up to date
The NHS in Cheshire and Merseyside is reminding people to plan ahead for the Easter bank holiday weekend by knowing where to go for urgent help and ensuring they have enough medication.
7 top healthcare analytics consulting companies offering end-to-end services
The healthcare industry is undergoing a seismic transformation — and data is at the heart of it. From predicting patient outcomes to optimising hospital operations, the demand for specialised.
Hospital and community trusts set to join forces to improve healthcare services
FROM April 1st, Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals and Bridgewater Community Healthcare are joining forces to bring hospital and community services together.
Repair Café heading to Stockton Heath
THE first Repair Café for Stockton Heath is being organised at St Thomas’ Church Hall on Saturday, May 16
Town’s first-ever crime and horror fiction festival
CRIME and horror fiction fans are being invited to step into the shadows for Warrington’s first dark fiction event.
Lymm Runners go “Goggins” again for The Walton Centre Charity
Lymm Runners are preparing to take on their gruelling “Goggins” challenge again, after raising an impressive £18,820 for The Walton Centre Charity last year.
Chance to have your say on future of Culcheth Library
FRIENDS of Culcheth Library (FoCL) are having an ideas morning with tea and biscuits, on Saturday, 25th April 2026, 10.30 am – 12noon.
Mayor announces two fundraising events supporting local charities
The Mayor of Warrington is calling on local residents, businesses and community groups to join two special fundraising events this spring, raising vital funds for this year’s Mayoral Charities.
Success of Talking Points scheme brings expansion
THE success of Warrington’s “Talking Point” scheme – launched by the borough council some four years ago – has resulted in a new venue opening in Orford Jubilee Neighbourhood Hub.
Take part in St Rocco’s 100km challenge and make every kilometre count
St Rocco’s Hospice is calling on the local community to get active and make a difference this spring, with the launch of their new virtual fundraiser, 100K in May.
Praise for community champion who came to man’s aid during charity run
LOCAL community champion Christopher Ball has been praised for his bravery and compassion after coming to the aid of a man in distress while taking part in a 24-hour charity run through Orford Park, Warrington.
Mayor announces two fundraising events supporting local charities
The Mayor of Warrington is calling on local residents, businesses and community groups to join two special fundraising events this spring, raising vital funds for this year’s Mayoral Charities.
Take part in St Rocco’s 100km challenge and make every kilometre count
St Rocco’s Hospice is calling on the local community to get active and make a difference this spring, with the launch of their new virtual fundraiser, 100K in May.
Praise for community champion who came to man’s aid during charity run
LOCAL community champion Christopher Ball has been praised for his bravery and compassion after coming to the aid of a man in distress while taking part in a 24-hour charity run through Orford Park, Warrington.
Lymm Runners go “Goggins” again for The Walton Centre Charity
Lymm Runners are preparing to take on their gruelling “Goggins” challenge again, after raising an impressive £18,820 for The Walton Centre Charity last year.
New book published on local Cold War veteran who guarded Nazi’s Rudolph Hess and Albert Speer
LOCAL author Richy Sutton has published a new book on Warrington based- Cold War Veteran Derek Vernon, who guarded notorious Nazi’s Rudolph Hess and Albert Speer at Berlin’s Spandau Prison.
From pure evil to the town of peace – remembering the Warrington bombing
THIRTY-THREE years ago today, the history of our town changed forever – as peace triumphed over pure evil following the Warrington bombing, when two bombs planted by the IRA in bins on Bridge Street exploded, claiming the lives of two innocent children.
Manners Maketh Man: Education in 1970s Warrington
SOME lessons arrive quietly. Others land with the weight of a hammer. And sometimes the words that shape us come long before we’re old enough to understand their full meaning.
Movie-makers prepare to celebrate 90 years of chronicling town’s history
ON October 22, 1936 – 11 days before the birth of BBC TV – six men met in Warrington and formed an organisation that in the years since has produced a unique collection of films and videos chronicling the town’s history.
Start 2024 in the best way with Dry January
The festive season brings excitement for many, but it can also be a time of indulgence, and perhaps drinking more alcohol than we would like. As we head into a new year, many people will be wanting to feel a little fitter and healthier.
Make space in the day for your mental health this Time to Talk Day
AS we enter the New Year, it’s never been more important to talk about our mental health.
Refreshing to read common sense
I have just read the April 2021 edition of Warrington Worldwide and I am delighted with Gary’s comments in the Editorial.
Letter: Warrington Cenotaph gathering was not an organised meeting
I am writing to you with regard to the Council’s actions in reporting the gathering at The Cenotaph War Memorial, Warrington town centre, on Remembrance Sunday, 8th November 2020, to Cheshire Police.


