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.

A 33-year-old local man has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a car collided into a domestic property at Orford, Warrington, during the early hours of this morning.

THREE 13-year-old boys have been given Community Resolutions by police, while a 41-year-old man is due to appear in court following a spree of shoplifting incidents in Lymm village.

CAMPAIGNERS are planning a second protest rally outside Warrington Town Hall to demonstrate continued public support for Woolston Neighbourhood Hub.

THE heartbroken dad of Viola Beach drummer Jack Dakin, has spoken publicly for the first time since the tragic death of the Warrington band members and their manager 10 years ago today.

MAYOR of Warrington Cllr. Mo Hussain officially opened the newly refurbished doors of the Holy Trinity Coffee Bar, marking a significant milestone for the local hub, which has served as a sanctuary for residents for over three decades.

A local councillor is encouraging residents of Culcheth, Glazebury and Croft to have their say over proposals to turn the former Quench café on Lodge Drive, Culcheth into a dental practice.

BARRISTERS practising in courts across the North West – including the mothballed Warrington Crown Court – have met MPs to voice their opposition to the Government’s plans to reduce the number of jury trials.

A SPORTS coach from Lymm is planning to run seven marathons in seven days to raise money and awareness of the Neonatal unit at Warrington Hospital.

GLAZEBROOK railway station has been honoured at the annual Cheshire Best Kept Stations Awards Evening – picking-up the Halton and Warrington Award.

A 33-year-old local man has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a car collided into a domestic property at Orford, Warrington, during the early hours of this morning.

THREE 13-year-old boys have been given Community Resolutions by police, while a 41-year-old man is due to appear in court following a spree of shoplifting incidents in Lymm village.

Police are appealing for help in tracing a wanted man with links to Warrington.

Two 15-year-old teenagers have been arrested following a series of incidents in the Orford area of Warrington.

Cheshire Constabulary has carried out a two-week targeted operation to improve road safety, disrupt criminality linked to commercial vehicles and protect communities and road users across the county.

A local man has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after a flat fire at Padgate, Warrington, on Monday afternoon.

TWO fire crews and police attended a suspected arson incident at a flat in Padgate, Warrington, yesterday, Monday.

A man has been arrested after causing an obstruction on the railway at Central Station, Warrington, on Sunday morning.

POLICE in Warrington have issued a Dispersal Order covering the Chapelford area of the borough following ongoing issues involving youths creating anti-social behaviour.

POLICE are seeking help from the public after a cat was seriously injured after being shot with an air rifle in the Cinnamon Brow area of Warrington.

DURING National Apprenticeships Week, February 9-14, Warrington & Vale Royal College is highlighting Higher Apprenticeships as a powerful route for adults and young people ready to earn, learn, and take their career to the next level.

BRIGHT Horizons nursery and pre-school, Callands, Warrington is marking National Apprenticeship Week by celebrating the positive impact of its apprenticeship programme in the Early Years sector.

AS Warrington’s largest provider of apprenticeships, Warrington & Vale Royal College is proud to champion National Apprenticeship Week, taking place from today, Monday 9th February to Sunday 15th February 2026.

Warrington residents looking to build confidence in spoken English can now access community-based ESOL Conversation Classes, delivered by Warrington & Vale Royal College as part of its commitment to widening participation and supporting the local communities it serves.

CHILDREN, parents and local families are being invited to a special open day and half-term holiday club at Dunky’s Forest School at Gulliver’s World – the woodland-based nursery located within the grounds of the theme park in Warrington.

Schools and community groups across Warrington are being encouraged to apply for funding through Tesco, as the retailer looks to support more local projects helping children and young people access healthy, nutritious food.

UTC Warrington, part of the Aldridge Education family of schools, has been awarded Gold status by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC’s) CyberFirst Schools and Colleges programme – the highest level of recognition for excellence in cyber security education.

One of the first major recruitment companies to offer apprenticeships has urged careers officers in schools to push youngsters towards the industry.

Students on the Level 3 Bricklaying course at Warrington & Vale Royal College have been demonstrating exceptional skill and dedication, producing work that meets professional industry standards.

The Duke of Westminster is making a significant personal donation of £250,000 to help local high schools buy lockable phone pouches.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

WARRINGTON Wolves’ season opener against St Helens at the Halliwell Jones Stadium is officially “sold out” with a record capacity crowd of over 15,000!

WARRINGTON Rylands brought league leaders Hebburn Town’s impressive winning streak to a halt with a hard-fought 1-1 draw at the Quickline Logistics Arena on Saturday.

WARRINGTON Town fell to a third successive defeat as they went down 1-0 at Ashton United.

WARRINGTON Wolves saw off a dogged Sheffield Eagles to book their place in the hat for Monday’s Challenge Cup fourth round draw.

LADY members of Leigh Golf Club, Culcheth, held a special evening dedicated to health and wellbeing – supported by Holland and Barrett.

GRAPPENHALL Cricket Club – “Grappers” – is launching a new coaching programme led by former England cricketer and experienced youth coach Steve Parry.

WARRINGTON Wolves’ season opener against St Helens at the Halliwell Jones Stadium is officially “sold out” with a record capacity crowd of over 15,000!

WARRINGTON Rylands brought league leaders Hebburn Town’s impressive winning streak to a halt with a hard-fought 1-1 draw at the Quickline Logistics Arena on Saturday.

WARRINGTON Town fell to a third successive defeat as they went down 1-0 at Ashton United.

WARRINGTON Wolves saw off a dogged Sheffield Eagles to book their place in the hat for Monday’s Challenge Cup fourth round draw.

LADY members of Leigh Golf Club, Culcheth, held a special evening dedicated to health and wellbeing – supported by Holland and Barrett.

GRAPPENHALL Cricket Club – “Grappers” – is launching a new coaching programme led by former England cricketer and experienced youth coach Steve Parry.

Running a business comes with a lot of pressure, with the operators of smaller enterprises having countless plates to spin. However, the fact that there are a lot of different tasks to manage doesn’t mean you can compromise on any core responsibilities. One of the most important things to invest time, money and effort into is sufficient small business security. 

Your business premises contain valuable assets, equipment, and sensitive information. Securing the main entry point is your first and most critical line of defence. A robust door system acts as a powerful deterrent against forced entry, burglary, and vandalism.

Technology powers modern business operations. From email and data storage to payment processing and customer management, companies rely on digital systems daily. However, managing this technology alone creates significant challenges.

BIRCHWOOD Park in Warrington is marking a significant milestone this year, celebrating 80 years since the first meeting of the UK’s atomic energy programme took place at the Risley site in a disused canteen.

Warrington-based FuelHub, the premium meal prep company, has been named the Official Soccer Schools Meal Supplier to City in the Community (CITC), the official charity of Manchester City Football Club.

Junior ISAs have become an increasingly popular way for parents to build a tax-efficient nest egg for their child’s future, but could individual savings accounts also help to support the financial literacy of kids?

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Metalworking is a unique craft that demands precision, innovation, and reliability. In this dynamic industry, high-quality sheet metal processing machines are essential to stay competitive.

Launching a private label car care range can look simple from the outside. A label goes on a bottle, the…

Artificial grass has come a long way in the last decade. What used to look obviously synthetic now comes in realistic textures, blended tones, and softer finishes that can genuinely elevate a garden. The big question most homeowners ask first is simple: how much does it actually cost in the UK?

GOLDEN Square Shopping Centre has unveiled a tribute to Warrington band Viola Beach and their manager Craig Tarry, marking 10 years since their passing.

As awards season gets underway with Oscars, BAFTAs, and Grammys nominations making for many a headline, social care’s top talent has joined the party with its own glittering celebration.

THOUSANDS of people across Cheshire and Merseyside – including Warrington -are avoiding unnecessary hospital admissions, thanks to the region’s urgent community response (UCR) services.

ALREADY rated by the Care Quality Commission as “Requires improvement,” Warrington Borough Council is looking at saving over £7.7 million in adult social care costs in just one year.

CARE provider Right at Home Lymm and Warrington South has moved into a new, larger office at Oughtrington Community Centre.

Emanating from the iconic Parr Hall, LWF Wrestling’s “No Love Lost” is set to transform Warrington into the epicentre of UK professional wrestling this Valentine’s Day.

AN acclaimed ballet company is bringing a sparkling winter production of a Tchaikovsky classic to Warrington.

CHILDREN, parents and local families are being invited to a special open day and half-term holiday club at Dunky’s Forest School at Gulliver’s World – the woodland-based nursery located within the grounds of the theme park in Warrington.

WARRINGTON Borough Council has announced it is hosting two important budget briefing sessions for Businesses and Voluntary, Community, Faith, and Social Enterprise (VCSFE) sector groups next week.

A SPORTS coach from Lymm is planning to run seven marathons in seven days to raise money and awareness of the Neonatal unit at Warrington Hospital.

There was a time in Warrington when the day didn’t begin with an alarm clock, a phone screen, or the hum of central heating. It began with a sound so ordinary, so woven into the fabric of daily life, that no one imagined it could ever vanish.

Leading active travel charity, Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, is encouraging local community groups to access new funding to help nurture their local, traffic-free routes on the National Cycle Network.

A Warrington teenager has been congratulated by the town’s Mayor for her outstanding commitment to volunteering and community service as she prepares to represent the town on a national stage at the UK Galaxy Pageant Final.

A SPORTS coach from Lymm is planning to run seven marathons in seven days to raise money and awareness of the Neonatal unit at Warrington Hospital.

A Warrington teenager has been congratulated by the town’s Mayor for her outstanding commitment to volunteering and community service as she prepares to represent the town on a national stage at the UK Galaxy Pageant Final.

WARRINGTON Golf Club’s Captains’ Charities have successfully raised an impressive £26,160 for charity, marking a standout year of fundraising.

Warrington-based FuelHub, the premium meal prep company, has been named the Official Soccer Schools Meal Supplier to City in the Community (CITC), the official charity of Manchester City Football Club.

There was a time in Warrington when the day didn’t begin with an alarm clock, a phone screen, or the hum of central heating. It began with a sound so ordinary, so woven into the fabric of daily life, that no one imagined it could ever vanish.

BIRCHWOOD Park in Warrington is marking a significant milestone this year, celebrating 80 years since the first meeting of the UK’s atomic energy programme took place at the Risley site in a disused canteen.

Walking around Warrington town centre today, you could be forgiven for believing that most of the buildings are of modern construction mixed in with 19th-century structures built during the Victorian period and into the early 1900s. But a wander into the old marketplace is like taking a step back into history.

Deep in the heart of Cheshire, in the grounds of Dunham Massey park, once home to the Earls of Warrington, stands a stunning and mysterious archaic building hidden away amongst tall, mighty oak trees that have stood for over five hundred years in what was once a Medieval deer park.

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.

AS we enter the New Year, it’s never been more important to talk about our mental health.

I have just read the April 2021 edition of Warrington Worldwide and I am delighted with Gary’s comments in the Editorial.

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.