Warrington news

• Ex-CEO of Homes England to be interim chief executive of combined authority

  22-01-2026 23:05 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Nick Walkley, ex-Homes England chief, set to become interim CEO of Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority, leading £650m devolution investment.
  
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• Tributes being paid to judo club founder John Lawrinson

  22-01-2026 20:05 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  TRIBUTES are being paid to a man who ‘taught wonderful judo’ to many hundreds of Warrington people
  
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• Pub offers popular way to celebrate Valentine's Day in Warrington

  22-01-2026 18:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  The Walton Arms, in Warrington, offers a relaxed Valentine’s Day lunch with its daytime menu, plus weekend dining and new Afternoon Tea for Mother’s Day.
  
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• Mum-of-two's incredible feat to thank hospital that saved her daughter's life

  22-01-2026 18:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A MUM-of-two who could barely run 1km is training to complete the London Marathon to raise money for Alder Hey Hospital after they saved her little girls life.
  
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• Homebuyers invited to open day at new scheme in Daresbury

  22-01-2026 18:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Castle Green Homes hosts open day at Bridgewater View, Daresbury, on 24 January. Explore new build homes, get mortgage advice and view show homes for 2026 move.
  
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• Britain's poshest train to depart from Warrington for special Mother's Day lunch

  22-01-2026 18:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  BRITAIN’S poshest train is set to depart from Warrington on Mother’s Day.
  
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• Person airlifted to hospital following crash that has closed major road

  22-01-2026 17:46 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A PERSON has been taken to hospital via air ambulance following a crash that has closed a major road.
  
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• Investigations ongoing as Warrington swimming pool remains closed

  22-01-2026 17:20 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  FURTHER investigation work is needed before a popular swimming pool in Warrington can reopen.
  
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• Police in criminal damage CCTV appeal after windows smashed at family home

  22-01-2026 17:13 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  POLICE would like to speak to this suspect after windows were smashed at a family home in an ‘unprovoked attack’.
  
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• Major road closed in Warrington as police, fire and ambulance attend crash

  22-01-2026 17:09 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A major road in Warrington has been closed by police following a crash.
  
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• Discounted electric car hire membership up for grabs in Warrington

  22-01-2026 17:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Warrington Car Club offers discounted electric car hire with £1 membership and £20 driving credit. Join via Co Wheels for greener, flexible town centre travel.
  
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• The number of patients with norovirus at Warrington Hospital has been revealed

  22-01-2026 16:49 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  THE number of patients with norovirus at Warrington Hospital has been revealed.
  
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• Widower ‘stunned’ by act of kindness at Warrington restaurant as diners pay his bill

  22-01-2026 16:31 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  An 86-year-old widower was given an unexpected surprise for his birthday when generous diners paid for his meal at a Warrington restaurant.
  
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• Pair arrested over attempted business burglary through angle-grinder break-in

  22-01-2026 16:19 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  TWO suspects have been arrested by the police on suspicion of an attempted burglary of a business through the use of an angle grinder.
  
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• Residents urged to be vigilant following spate of reports of counterfeit banknotes

  22-01-2026 15:29 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  RESIDENTS are being urged to be vigilant over reports of a spate of counterfeit cash incidents across Cheshire.
  
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• Major train fleet upgrade on the horizon for passengers in the North

  22-01-2026 13:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Northern plans largest-ever investment in rail by procuring up to 450 new trains for the North, including electric and battery units, starting 2030.
  
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• Warrington road to close for two weeks for gas works

  22-01-2026 12:30 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Bradshaw Lane, Thelwall, will close for two weeks from 23 February 2026 for Cadent gas mains works, Warrington Council confirms. Diversion via Knutsford Road.
  
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• Warrington housebuilder secures £140million in funding to build even more homes

  22-01-2026 12:30 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A WARRINGTON housebuilder is to build even more homes after a securing a significant nine-figure funding boost.
  
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• Wilderspool Centenary Match, Wigan are walloped, Wire fan punched by Batley player

  22-01-2026 06:02 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  As part of the Warrington Wolves 150th anniversary, we’re delving into the Warrington Guardian archives to reveal the club’s 150 greatest victories
  
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• Plans to turn former nursery into specialist school have been withdrawn

  22-01-2026 06:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Plans to develop vacant nursery into a specialist school for 50 children have been withdrawn.
  
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• Mix 56 Cheshire interviews Orford boxer Luke Turner ahead of next fight

  22-01-2026 06:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Orford boxer Luke Turner prepares for his next pro fight at Liverpool’s M&S Bank Arena on 7 February. Hear about his training, mindset and Cheshire support.
  
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• Man found dead in town centre flat after concern for welfare call

  22-01-2026 06:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A MAN was found dead at his home in Warrington following a concern for welfare call.
  
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• Letter: Postcode Lottery players thanked for supporting Sightsavers

  22-01-2026 06:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  The CEO of Sightsavers writes to the Warrington Guardian to thank Postcode Lottery players as they raised £16.6 million since 2019 through the game.
  
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• Drivers warned of upcoming three-week road closure in picturesque village

  22-01-2026 06:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Raddel Lane, which connects the village with the A49 to the north, is set to close on Monday, February 9, for United Utilities excavation work.
  
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• ‘Attractive period terrace’ on main town centre street set for residential refurb

  22-01-2026 06:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A PERIOD terrace on a busy town centre street is set for a residential and retail refurbishment.
  
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