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via Warrington Guardian1h ago

Retrospective permission sought for warehouses on Bank Quay Unilever site

Warrington warehouses on the former Unilever Bank Quay site could remain for 10 years under a retrospective planning application from T.EN Advanced Materials.

via Warrington Guardian4h ago

Huge £50m Warrington Council cuts being discussed

Council cuts and savings totalling a further £51.2 million are being discussed at the full council meeting this evening.

via Warrington Guardian5h ago

Traditional village pub named among top 10 per cent of hospitality venues worldwide

The Antrobus Arms said its reputation had been built on traditional pub favourites, including its popular Sunday roasts and its Steak and Weetwood Ale Pie, while its real ale offering has also won recognition from CAMRA.

2 outlets5h ago

Firefighters tackle large blaze at Northwich industrial site

Firefighters were called to a large fire at an industrial site on Weaver Valley Road in Northwich on Monday afternoon.

Crews from Northwich, Crewe and Knutsford, along with a rapid response rescue unit from Tarporley, attended the blaze at around 3.09pm. Firefighters advised precautions in the area.

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via Warrington Guardian6h ago

Exterior building alterations planned at Warrington Tesco Extra supermarket

Warrington Tesco Extra supermarket plans include new fire escape and access doors, ventilation louvres and external façade changes, with no change of use proposed.

via Warrington Guardian6h ago

Woolston CofE Primary School to welcome prospective parents at open events

PARENTS who are considering Woolston Church of England Primary School for their children are being invited to upcoming open events.

via Warrington Guardian6h ago

End of an era as Warrington employee retires after 41 years

AFTER more than four decades of service, a dedicated employee has begun his retirement.

via Warrington Guardian6h ago

Meet the Corrie stars and familiar faces starring in Warrington’s 2026 pantomime

A long, hot summer has come to an end here in Warrington and that can mean only one thing – it’s almost time for panto to return to Parr Hall.

via Chester Standard6h ago

Man jailed for six years and six months for targeting nine-year-old on Snapchat

Rory Need, 37, jailed for six years and six months for child sexual offences after targeting a nine-year-old girl on Snapchat, Cheshire Police said.

2 outlets6h ago

DNA spray tagging helps catch disguised offenders, says police

DNA spray tagging is becoming an increasingly useful tool to catch balaclava-clad criminals, Cheshire's police boss said.

DNA spray tagging is being used to catch criminals who believe their covered faces will prevent identification. The technology is proving effective against offenders fleeing on e-bikes, according to Cheshire's police leadership.

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via Warrington Guardian6h ago

New United Utilities campaign shines light on drinking water journey

UNITED Utilities has launched a new campaign highlighting the journey of every drop of drinking water.

2 outlets6h ago

Cheshire police commissioner questioned over PCSO recruitment

Cheshire's police commissioner has faced questions over PCSO numbers falling below an agreed target of 57.

Cheshire's police commissioner has been questioned about why PCSO numbers have fallen below the agreed level of 57. New recruits are being offered only 12-month fixed-term contracts rather than longer-term positions.

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via Warrington Guardian7h ago

Pumpkin patch in Warrington named one of the best in the UK

A WARRINGTON pumpkin patch has been named one of the best in the UK.

via Northwich Guardian7h ago

RECAP: Ongoing fire in Verdin Exchange near town centre sees school evacuated

Firefighters are tackling a blaze in a disused building in Winsford.

via Warrington Guardian8h ago

Safe Cats Rescue seeks forever homes for a number of its furry residents

CAN you help these cats who are currently living in a rescue to find their forever homes?

via Warrington Guardian8h ago

M6 closures confirmed as major Thelwall Viaduct maintenance work begins

M6 Thelwall Viaduct closures: overnight motorway works between junctions 20 and 21 run until October 11, with diversions via the M56, M60 and M62.

via Chester Standard8h ago

Two independent Frodsham businesses come together for special October night

TWO Frodsham businesses are joining forces this autumn to bring a different kind of night out to the town centre.

via Warrington Guardian8h ago

Man charged with wounding after 'fight' in town centre street

A MAN has been charged following a reported assault in the street that left another man with a head injury.

via Northwich Guardian8h ago

Cheshire Police issues freshers' week warning to students of ketamine risks

Cheshire Police warn students during freshers’ week about ketamine risks, including bladder damage, dependence and prison sentences for possession or supply.

via Chester Standard8h ago

Workers will not strike at Capenhurst Urenco after latest pay offer, Unite says

WORKERS at Capenhurst’s Urenco will not strike after Unite announced they accepted a latest pay offer.

via Warrington Guardian8h ago

Police appeal after 43-year-old cyclist seriously injured in crash with HGV

POLICE are appealing for information following a crash that left a 43-year-old man hospitalised.

via Chester Standard9h ago

Ellesmere Port college library with 4,400 books shortlisted for top award

Ellesmere Port Church of England College and Cheshire College – South & West shortlisted for North West Educate Awards, winners announced November 13.

via Warrington Guardian9h ago

Lib Dems drop by-election fight to save Appleton Parish Council £16,000

Warrington Liberal Democrats will not contest Appleton Parish Council’s Cobbs and Hill Cliffe by-election on October 15, helping save an estimated £16,000 in costs.

via Northwich Guardian10h ago

Two 10-year-old dancers chosen to perform in professional Swan Lake ballet

Two 10-year-olds from Northwich will perform in English Youth Ballet's Swan Lake at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre.

via Northwich Guardian10h ago

Fostered autistic boy ‘very distressed’ after beloved doll taken from McDonald's

The boy's foster carer claims a group of six girls took the doll from his table at McDonald's on Manchester Road shortly after 4pm on Saturday, September 19.

2 outlets10h ago

The Three Degrees to headline Live at Arley 2027

The Three Degrees will headline Live at Arley 2027, joined by The Real Thing and Odyssey.

Live at Arley is returning in 2027 with a line-up including The Three Degrees as headliners. The Real Thing and Odyssey will also perform at the event.

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via Northwich Guardian10h ago

Mum's stunning transformation by shedding 9.5st after post-pregnancy struggle

Holmes Chapel mum Lorraine Jervis-Garner lost more than nine stone after joining Slimming World in 2023.

via Warrington Guardian10h ago

Specialist rape courts to be set up after 'brave' Commons speech by Warrington MP

Specialist rape and sexual offence courts will roll out across England and Wales, with private facilities, trauma-informed support and fixed trial dates. Prime Minister credits Warrington North MP Charlotte Nichols.

via Warrington Guardian10h ago

Betfred blames Government tax rises for ending its rugby league sponsorship

Betfred will end its Super League, Challenge Cup and England Rugby League sponsorship after the 2026 season, blaming tax rises and wage inflation.

via Warrington Guardian10h ago

Newton-le-Willows man arrested in rape investigation

POLICE have issued CCTV images of a woman they believe could assist with their instigation following a report that a woman was raped.

via Chester Standard10h ago

30 North West drivers entered closed roadworks, putting workers at risk

New analysis from National Highways has revealed that 30 drivers in the North West deliberately entered restricted roadwork zones between January and July this year, endangering workers and forcing full motorway closures.

2 outlets10h ago

Chester men sentenced for cannabis dealing via Snapchat

Two Chester men have been sentenced for using Snapchat to deal cannabis.

Cheshire Police welcomed the sentencing of two Chester men who used Snapchat to run a cannabis dealing network. Cheshire Live reports the pair avoided jail despite selling cannabis on a daily basis.

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via Chester Standard11h ago

Tree falls on Macclesfield home, damaging roof and external wall

A TREE fell on a property in a Cheshire town, damaging its roof and external wall.

via Warrington Guardian11h ago

Australian jockey and pair of brothers vie to face Luke Littler for £501,000

Australian jockey Zac Spain and Essex brothers Alfie and Lewis Cook audition for Netflix’s Beat Luke Littler, chasing a £501,000 darts prize on October 30.

2 outlets11h ago

Mo Salah fined and banned after speeding car offence

Mo Salah has been fined £1,000 and given a six-month driving ban for failing to identify the driver of a speeding vehicle.

The former Liverpool player did not tell police who was driving his car when it was caught by a speed camera in Wilmslow doing 36mph in a 30mph zone. He received a £1,000 fine and six-month driving ban for the offence.

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via Warrington Guardian11h ago

Plans approved for careful work to be carried out on 16th-century cottage

Warrington Borough Council approves roof and attic alterations at Grade II-listed Brook Cottage, a 16th-century thatched home in Lymm, creating new bedrooms.

2 outlets11h ago

Saltney Ferry street wins £1,000 per Postcode Lottery ticket

A Saltney Ferry street won £1,000 per Postcode Lottery ticket on Saturday.

Neighbours on a Saltney Ferry street have won £1,000 per Postcode Lottery ticket. The Postcode Lottery is a draw-based game where residents in participating postcodes can win prizes.

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2 outlets12h ago

Liverpool Lime Street disruption planned for November 8 works

Network Rail will carry out track works at Mossley Hill on November 8, disrupting Liverpool Lime Street services.

Network Rail has announced essential track works at Mossley Hill on November 8, which will disrupt services at Liverpool Lime Street. Passengers can expect diversions, replacement buses and amended timetables during the disruption.

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via Chester Standard12h ago

Police launch appeal following serious evening collision close to Cheshire town hotel

Cheshire Police appeal for witnesses after a tipper truck collision with three teenage cyclists on Weston Road, Crewe, on September 20. Two suffered serious injuries.

via Chester Standard12h ago

Airbus to create 480 jobs as £150m upgrade transforms Broughton site

Airbus will invest £150m at its Broughton, Flintshire plant to build A321 wings, creating 480 jobs and boosting UK aerospace production capacity by 2026.