 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				Call for vigilance following spate of attempted burglaries
Police are urging car owners in Warrington and neighbouring towns and villages to be vigilant after several attempted burglaries reported across the town.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				Police investigation underway after car overturns on M62 at Birchwood
A police investigation is underway after a car overturned following a collision on the M62 at Birchwood, Warrington, earlier this morning.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Housing provider praised for ‘deep rooted dedication’ to making communities safer
Warrington-based housing association Your Housing Group (YHG), who operate over 30,000 homes across the north, with 3,600 of those in Warrington itself, has been shortlisted for the prestigious Housing Provider of the Year award at the ASB Awards 2026, hosted by Resolve.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Pubs asking their customers to donate chocolate selection boxes
TWO Warrington pubs are among 81 across the North West asking their customers to donate chocolate selection boxes in the lead up to Christmas to ensure everyone has a festive sweet treat to look forward to.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				6,000 jobs secured in the North West as Typhoon jet deal agreed
WARRINGTON North MP Charlotte Nichols has welcomed an announcement that Türkiye will buy 20 Typhoon fighter jets in a deal worth up to £8 billion as part of the Government’s Plan for Change.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				1 in 3 parents admit needing to go ‘back to school’ when it comes to technology
A new survey has found that parents in Warrington are struggling to keep up with their children’s growing digital know-how, with 30% admitting they’d benefit from heading back to school themselves to brush up on their skills.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Sales and marketing professionals in demand in Warrington
SALES and marketing professionals are the most in-demand roles in the North West – and Warrington is one of the top five areas experiencing demand.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Road safety group reminds road users to take extra care
CHESHIRE’S Road Safety Group has launched a campaign to remind everyone who uses the road to take extra care on their journeys as the days shorten.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Planning chiefs throw out proposals for solar farm in Green Belt
PLANNING chiefs have thrown out proposals for a solar farm on agricultural land at Cuerdley near Penketh, Warrington..
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Severe delays on M6 with six miles of traffic after collision
SEVERE delays were reported on the M6 at Warrington this afternoon (Thursday) following a two-vehicle collision which resulted in serious damage to the central reservation.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				Call for vigilance following spate of attempted burglaries
Police are urging car owners in Warrington and neighbouring towns and villages to be vigilant after several attempted burglaries reported across the town.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				CCTV image released following serious assault at Reef bar
POLICE have released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to in connection with a serious assault in Warrington town centre.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Moped rider under of influence of drugs fled on foot after being stopped on motorbike safety day of action
A moped rider who fled on foot after being signalled to pull over by police conducting a road safety operation on Chester Road, Warrington, was found to be in possession of Class A drugs when officers caught him.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Police seek witnesses following attempted armed robbery at Betfred betting shop
POLICE are appealing for witnesses following an attempted armed robbery at the Betfred betting shop on Poplars Avenue, Orford, Warrington, on Monday afternoon.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Raid results in man being arrested on suspicion of supplying cocaine and cannabis
A police raid on a property at Latchford, Warrington, resulted in a 34-year-old man being arrested on suspicion of possessing cocaine and cannabis with intent to supply.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Police investigating burglary at Appleton Thorn
Police are investigating a burglary at Appleton Thorn, Warrington, that occurred last night, as the family was all in bed.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Tribute issued to woman killed in Woolston
The family of a woman who was killed in Woolston have paid tribute to her.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Man aged 78 sexually assaulted girl of eight over 12-month period
A 78-year-old man from Warrington sexually assaulted a girl of eight over a 12-month-period, a court was told.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Woman named following serious assault in Woolston
A woman who died following a serious assault in Woolston has now been named.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Man who absconded from HMP Thorn Cross set to spend even longer in prison!
A man who absconded from HMP Thorn Cross in Warrington and went on the run for four days is set to spend even longer in prison!
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				Dame Jenny Harries DBE DL announced as Chancellor for the University of Chester
The University of Chester which has sites in Warrington, is delighted to announce Dame Jenny Harries DBE DL as its new Chancellor.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				School teacher banned from teaching indefinitely after sending thousands of messages and meeting up with teenage pupil
A school teacher from Lymm has been banned from teaching indefinitely for failing to maintain professional boundaries, after sending thousands of messages and meeting up with a teenage pupil.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				College Dance Academy celebrates another year of success
Warrington & Vale Royal College’s Dance Academy students impress as the programme comes to a close, with 13 talented young dancers from local high schools captivating audiences this month with their energetic “Pop Icons” themed routine.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Get certified in solar and battery storage with two qualifications in just five days
As demand for solar panels and battery storage continues to rise across the UK, so does the need for electricians who can deliver reliable, compliant installations.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Education provider secure multimillion pound investment
Fast-growing education provider Creative Hut has secured a multimillion-pound investment from Founders Private Capital (FPC) as it targets further international expansion.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Council partners with local company to illuminate young people’s futures
A new partnership between Warrington Borough Council and a local company is creating brighter futures for young people, particularly care leavers and those not in employment, education, or training (NEET).
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				School achieves The Rainbow Flag Award
SIR Thomas Boteler Church of England High School has been awarded The Rainbow Flag Award, a national quality assurance framework that recognises schools and colleges for demonstrating positive LGBTQ+ inclusion and visibility.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Dedicated nursery practitioner wins top medical ‘Hero’ award
WHEN a young child arrived at Bright Horizons Warrington Day Nursery and Pre-School Nursery with a serious medical condition, practitioners went above and beyond to ensure that Ibbi – and her parents – received the best possible experience, despite the challenges.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				GCSE maths in Warrington: 5 simple ways parents can support at home
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Multi academy trust pupils take over Chester Zoo to deliver conservation and sustainability talks
PUPILS from seven of Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust’s (HFCMAT) primary and secondary schools, including Our Lady’s in Warrington, took over Chester Zoo to deliver a series of talks to members of the public about some of the most pressing issues facing the world today.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				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!
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Remembering the remarkable Cindy Sturman
THERE wasn’t as dry eye in the house when family and friends gathered at the Raven Inn to celebrate the life of Cindy Sturman.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Disappointing but not surprising
WHILE there will be lots of disappointment in Lymm following the approval of new “prison block” retirement apartments on former Green Belt land in the village, it was hardly surprising to see the development allowed on appeal.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Let common sense prevail and retain boys’ names on Peace Centre
AS we approach the 32nd anniversary of the IRA bomb attack on Warrington, I echo the sentiments of peace campaigner Colin Parry regarding the issue surrounding the names of Tim Parry and Johnathan Ball remaining on the iconic Peace Centre.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Why you and your smart phone may not be so smart
THE Smart Phone – a blessing or a curse?
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Reflecting on a year of change
AS the curtain comes down on our 25th anniversary of publishing Warrington Worldwide, it is time to reflect on another year in Warrington – a year of change.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				Former NRL forward and boxer Tevita Pangai Junior makes u-turn on decision to join Wolves
FORMER NRL forward Tevita Pangai Junior has made a U-turn on a one-year contract to join Warrington Wolves for the 2026 season.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Warrington Town plan further developments to Cal.Delivery Stadium
WARRINGTON Town have submitted a planning application for two new stands at the Cantilever bridge end of their Cal.Delivery Stadium home.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Warrington Wolves complete double signing of Bentley and Smith
WARRINGTON Wolves have confirmed the double signing of James Bentley and Josh Smith to further bolster the squad for next season.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Youngsters show touch of class as Rylands progress in Liverpool Senior Cup
Warrington Rylands’ youngsters showed a touch of class when they took a 6-1 victory against a hard-battling Pilkington FC in the Liverpool Senior Cup.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Warrington Town seal fourth consecutive win
WARRINGTON Town completed their run of four home games with a fourth successive win as they saw off Ashton United 2-1.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Lymm secure hard-won maximum points on the road
AFTER a week spent in the comfortable surroundings of Crouchley Lane, Lymm were once again back on the bus on Saturday, adding more miles on the now only too familiar tarmac of the M6 and M5, as they travelled to play Old Redcliffians from Brislington, near Bristol.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				Former NRL forward and boxer Tevita Pangai Junior makes u-turn on decision to join Wolves
FORMER NRL forward Tevita Pangai Junior has made a U-turn on a one-year contract to join Warrington Wolves for the 2026 season.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Warrington Town plan further developments to Cal.Delivery Stadium
WARRINGTON Town have submitted a planning application for two new stands at the Cantilever bridge end of their Cal.Delivery Stadium home.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Warrington Wolves complete double signing of Bentley and Smith
WARRINGTON Wolves have confirmed the double signing of James Bentley and Josh Smith to further bolster the squad for next season.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Youngsters show touch of class as Rylands progress in Liverpool Senior Cup
Warrington Rylands’ youngsters showed a touch of class when they took a 6-1 victory against a hard-battling Pilkington FC in the Liverpool Senior Cup.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Warrington Town seal fourth consecutive win
WARRINGTON Town completed their run of four home games with a fourth successive win as they saw off Ashton United 2-1.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Lymm secure hard-won maximum points on the road
AFTER a week spent in the comfortable surroundings of Crouchley Lane, Lymm were once again back on the bus on Saturday, adding more miles on the now only too familiar tarmac of the M6 and M5, as they travelled to play Old Redcliffians from Brislington, near Bristol.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				Sales and marketing professionals in demand in Warrington
SALES and marketing professionals are the most in-demand roles in the North West – and Warrington is one of the top five areas experiencing demand.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				MP backs Warrington’s AI data centre future on former Unilever site
WARRINGTON South MP Sarah Hall has called on ministers to back local innovation as local company ‘Platform’ begins to transform the former Unilever site into a next-generation modular data centre, a development set to power the UK’s growing AI economy.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				United Utilities announces more partners to support record investment
Warrington-based United Utilities has announced the partners on its Motor Control Centre (MCC) Framework to support delivery of its £13.7bn AMP8 investment programme.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				B-engineering strengthens governance with latest appointment
B-engineering has appointed David O’Byrne as Non-Executive Director, bringing over four decades of experience, with a deep commitment to customer and colleague care, values that are at the heart of B-engineering’s mission.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Town’s businesses and charities invited to cyber awareness event
POLICE and Crime Commissioner Dan Price has invited Warrington businesses, charities and public sector organisations to a Cyber Awareness Breakfast event on Friday, November 14.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				How to react when you aren’t sure how quickly your biz will scale
Knowing how to react when you aren’t sure how your business will scale is always challenging. A lot of companies get into trouble because they don’t know how to optimally proceed.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
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				1 in 3 parents admit needing to go ‘back to school’ when it comes to technology
A new survey has found that parents in Warrington are struggling to keep up with their children’s growing digital know-how, with 30% admitting they’d benefit from heading back to school themselves to brush up on their skills.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Road safety group reminds road users to take extra care
CHESHIRE’S Road Safety Group has launched a campaign to remind everyone who uses the road to take extra care on their journeys as the days shorten.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				The 4 benefits of working with established UK video animators
Animation has become one of the most effective ways to communicate a brand’s message. From explainer videos to creative product…
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Jodie’s 10st weight loss wins her a place at Slimming World finals
A 39-year-old slimmer from Warrington says she feels great on the inside and out after losing 10st to reach the semi-finals of a competition to find the Slimming World’s most inspiring female members.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				Jodie’s 10st weight loss wins her a place at Slimming World finals
A 39-year-old slimmer from Warrington says she feels great on the inside and out after losing 10st to reach the semi-finals of a competition to find the Slimming World’s most inspiring female members.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				‘Stay strong, get vaccinated’ urge council health chiefs
As winter weather sets in, Warrington Borough Council is urging eligible people to take up the flu and COVID-19 vaccine.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Brookfield care home celebrates 10 out of 10 review
STAFF and residents at Brookfield care home in Lymm were delighted to finally reach their goal of an overall score of 10 on the independent internet care home reviews page, carehome.co.uk.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Winter vaccinations available close to home this half term as latest data points to an early flu peak
NHS ENGLAND in the North West and UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) are urging all eligible groups, especially children and young adults, to come forward for winter vaccinations as latest data suggests flu and COVID-19 is increasing early this year with hospitalisations starting to rise.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				Halloween family fun taking over Birchwood Park
HALLOWEEN family fun has taken over Birchwood Park this week during half-term with a variety of spooky activities.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				K-POP Demon Hunters chance for supernatural showdown at Parr Hall
K-POP Demon Hunters fans can expect a supernatural showdown at Parr Hall when an interactive tribute to the animated hit comes to Warrington.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Town’s businesses and charities invited to cyber awareness event
POLICE and Crime Commissioner Dan Price has invited Warrington businesses, charities and public sector organisations to a Cyber Awareness Breakfast event on Friday, November 14.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				First wave of speakers revealed for TEDxWarrington
Only 200 tickets and five sponsorship slots are left for TEDxWarrington in December, as organisers announce the first wave of up to 18 speakers at this year’s event.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				Pubs asking their customers to donate chocolate selection boxes
TWO Warrington pubs are among 81 across the North West asking their customers to donate chocolate selection boxes in the lead up to Christmas to ensure everyone has a festive sweet treat to look forward to.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Guest speaker announced for Warrington Youth Zone’s inaugural Wired Together Business Breakfast
Local businesses are invited to attend Warrington Youth Zone’s inaugural Wired Together Business Breakfast, uniting business leaders who believe in…
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Town’s businesses and charities invited to cyber awareness event
POLICE and Crime Commissioner Dan Price has invited Warrington businesses, charities and public sector organisations to a Cyber Awareness Breakfast event on Friday, November 14.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Marston’s and Royal British Legion to release new limited-edition poppy glassware
Marston’s and the Royal British Legion (RBL) are launching brand new, limited-edition commemorative glasses for this year’s Poppy Appeal, with RBL ambassador Ross Kemp encouraging punters to visit one of over 1,000 pubs to get their hands on one this November.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				Pubs asking their customers to donate chocolate selection boxes
TWO Warrington pubs are among 81 across the North West asking their customers to donate chocolate selection boxes in the lead up to Christmas to ensure everyone has a festive sweet treat to look forward to.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Guest speaker announced for Warrington Youth Zone’s inaugural Wired Together Business Breakfast
Local businesses are invited to attend Warrington Youth Zone’s inaugural Wired Together Business Breakfast, uniting business leaders who believe in…
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Town’s businesses and charities invited to cyber awareness event
POLICE and Crime Commissioner Dan Price has invited Warrington businesses, charities and public sector organisations to a Cyber Awareness Breakfast event on Friday, November 14.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Marston’s and Royal British Legion to release new limited-edition poppy glassware
Marston’s and the Royal British Legion (RBL) are launching brand new, limited-edition commemorative glasses for this year’s Poppy Appeal, with RBL ambassador Ross Kemp encouraging punters to visit one of over 1,000 pubs to get their hands on one this November.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				Local history website wins Best Community Heritage & Engagement Platform 2025 – North West England
A local history and Warrington memories website has won a Best Community Heritage & Engagement Platform 2025 – North West England award.
 
					
										
									
					
				
				
				Special talk on history of Burtonwood airbase and new Bolt of Lightning memorial
A special talk on the history of Burtonwood airbase and the new Bolt of Lightning memorial is set to take place later this month (October).
 
					
											
										
									
					
				
				
				On the trail of the Norbertine Canons of Warburton
On a steep embankment shaded by archaic yew trees in the quiet backwater of Warburton Village close to nearby Lymm stands an ancient religious timber framed structure that has been associated with worship and prayer since as far back as the 11th century.
 
					
											
										
									
					
				
				
				MP explores history of Warrington Castle during Heritage Open Day
VIDEO: WARRINGTON North MP Charlotte Nichols joined local residents for a Warrington Castle Heritage Open Day entitled ‘The Anglo-Saxon Story: Uncovering the Legends, Norman Rule, and Legacy of St Elphin’s Church’.
 
					
										
									
				
				
				
				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.

 
						 
						 
						 
						 
						
