Tag: Warrington

During World War II, Warrington had a significant connection with the United States, particularly with the presence of Burtonwood. However, a lesser-known story involves the 63 African American nurses stationed at the 168th Station...

A Pink Floyd tribute band called Think Floyd will be performing in Warrington at Parr Hall on Tuesday, November 12. The band has been touring for over 25 years and is known for faithfully...

Halloween is a time when kids and adults love to dress up and celebrate with spooky costumes. Mini witches, skeletons, spiders, ghosts, zombies, and pumpkins were all out and about on Thursday night for...

Former British swimming champion, Rebecca Achieng Ajulu-Bushell, hailing from Warrington, has recently been nominated for the 2024 William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award. Her book, 'These Heavy Black Bones', has made it...

The Warrington Borough Council has announced a proposal to increase the prices of off-street car parking in various locations across the city. The council attributes this price hike to inflation, stating that the cost...

Warrington residents have some interesting stories to tell about their encounters with celebrities. From meeting the late Queen Elizabeth II to encounters with Peter Kay and Mariah Carey, the experiences vary greatly.Clare Fearnley shared...

A new initiative has been introduced in Warrington to provide support and therapy for new moms who have undergone C-sections. Claire Gregory and Robyn Ablott from Baby Bump Fitness CIC are leading this project,...

It seems like many people in Warrington have been embracing the Halloween spirit by creating spooky pumpkin lanterns to decorate their homes. From witches and ghosts to werewolves and vampires, the creativity is endless.If...

This Christmas, fans of the world-renowned violinist André Rieu are in for a treat with exclusive screenings of his latest concert, 'Gold & Silver', at cinemas in Warrington. The concert, filmed in the picturesque...

Becky Pennycook is known as the Halloween queen in her neighborhood. She has a passion for all things spooky and each year, she goes all out to transform her home into a haunted grotto...

Warrington Borough Council's leader has responded to the announcement that the single bus fare cap in England will be increasing to £3. This new cap, which is higher than the previous limit of £2,...

Peter Blanchard, a 44-year-old man from Warrington, was scheduled to appear before Manchester Magistrates' Court last week for an alleged incident that took place on a bus. The incident involved him performing an act...

The Coffee House, a locally-based coffee shop chain originating in Warrington in 2011, has recently announced the opening of its 27th store. This independent chain prides itself on roasting its beans in-house and providing...

Babies born in October 2024 in Warrington will be experiencing their first Halloween this weekend. To celebrate these new arrivals, the Warrington Guardian is providing an opportunity for parents to share their baby's photos...

Warrington Town Hall holds a significant place in the history of Warrington. Originally built in 1750 as a residence for businessman Thomas Patten, the building has seen many changes over the years. After more...

Rob Cocker, a 73-year-old beer lover, has recently achieved a remarkable milestone by visiting his 12,000th pub in Warrington. This epic pub crawl journey began over five decades ago in 1969 when Rob, tired...

As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, Bonfire Night is approaching in Warrington. This means that it's time to start planning where to watch the fireworks displays that light up the...

Changes to bus services in and around Warrington have been announced by the council, set to take effect in the upcoming months.The CAT5 service, operated by Warrington’s Own Buses, will continue to receive support...

Lymm, a village in Warrington, has recently been recognized as one of the best places to live in the UK. This accolade comes after a study conducted by the women's lifestyle website Muddy Stilettos,...

A local veterinary surgery in Warrington has recently rebranded under the name of its parent practice, The Pet Vet. The Pet Vet is a family-owned veterinary group with multiple locations across the country. Dr....

Warrington is standing in solidarity with Ukraine by twinning libraries in a gesture of support.The borough of Warrington has formed a partnership with a library in Chortkiv, a city in western Ukraine. This initiative...

In September 2024, a total of 225 babies were welcomed into the world under Warrington and Halton Hospital Teaching Hospitals. This monthly data collection includes information on the number of boys and girls born,...

A massive military plane was seen flying low and making a lot of noise over Warrington. The aircraft, identified as a Royal Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III, took off from RAF Brize Norton...

Jacob and Danielle Lovatt, parents from Warrington, have recently released their first children's book inspired by their walks through Woolston Park. The book, titled Simon's Breakfast Adventure, features characters based on the wildlife found...

As Halloween approaches, a recent study conducted by confectioners Geraldo's has identified Warrington as the 'Halloween treat capital' of the north west region. By analyzing Google data for 545 keywords related to Halloween treats,...

La Beau Fleurs and Weddings by La Beau Fleurs, two floral companies based in Woolston, have recently been named as regional finalists in the floristry category of The Wedding Industry Awards 2025. This prestigious...

The Patten Arms Hotel in Warrington has a rich history that many locals may not be aware of. Former Deputy Prime Minister, John Prescott, once trained as a chef and worked at this iconic...

The Raj in Culcheth, a restaurant in Warrington, has once again proven its excellence by winning the Best Restaurant award at this year's Curry Life Awards. This prestigious recognition was presented at a ceremony...

In April of this year, the Warrington Guardian launched the Best of 2024 competition to discover the top businesses, shops, and restaurants in the area as chosen by locals. Readers were invited to nominate...

A historic Grade II listed building in Warrington Town Centre is now available for purchase. Located on Palmyra Square, this property has a rich history as the former home of a solicitors’ practice.Comprising a...