Warrington news

• Boris Johnson hints at cheaper pints when pubs reopen

  25-02-2021 11:56 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Boris Johnson was asked about the idea of cutting tax on alcohol served in pubs and adding it onto supermarket alcohol instead.
  
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• Warrington jobs show signs of life after sustained period of decline

  19-02-2026 12:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Warrington jobs down 0.7% year-on-year in January 2026, but payroll figures show slight monthly rise, hinting at possible stabilisation in local employment.
  
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• Speed limit cut to 30mph on busy road near motorway

  19-02-2026 12:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A temporary 30mph speed limit will be enforced on Birchwood Way at M62 junction 11, Warrington, from 3 March 2026 for 17 weeks due to safety repairs.
  
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• Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested for 'misconduct' at Sandringham Estate

  19-02-2026 11:16 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Reports say that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
  
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• Energy bills could drop by 7 per cent in April and some homes could save even more

  19-02-2026 10:45 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Bills are set to fall 7% in April, but households on cheap fixed deals could save up to 18%. Here’s what to know before Ofgem’s announcement.
  
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• HMRC is urging parents to claim £1300 Child Benefit following rule changes

  19-02-2026 10:42 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  HMRC is urging parents and carers to check their eligibility as new PAYE repayment rules make it easier for some families to claim.
  
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• Smokehouse officially lodges plans to transform popular pub into restaurant

  19-02-2026 09:57 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Hickory's Smokehouse submits plans to transform St Helens' Griffin Inn, proposing major renovations, expanded car park and a new BBQ restaurant for Bold Heath.
  
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• Crews called into action for fire caused by overloaded socket

  19-02-2026 09:04 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said it was caused by an overloaded socket.
  
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• Wire beat the Kangaroos, win the Captain Morgan Trophy and Lancashire League title

  19-02-2026 06:02 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  As part of the Warrington Wolves 150th anniversary celebrations, we’re delving into the archives to reveal the club’s 150 greatest victories
  
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• Woman ‘walloped’ hotel resident on side of head where part of skull was removed

  19-02-2026 06:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A WOMAN was ‘walloped properly hard’ by another resident of the hotel where she was staying temporarily.
  
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• The Warrington restaurants that don't have a Michelin Star but are still worth a try

  19-02-2026 06:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  THERE are a number of Warrington eateries that won’t win a Michelin Star – but we still think you should try them.
  
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• Petition launched against council plans to close Warrington CCTV control room

  19-02-2026 06:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A PETITION has been launched against plans by the council to close Warrington town centre’s CCTV control room.
  
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• Eight-bedroom HMO conversion plans for property are given the green light

  19-02-2026 06:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  THE green light has been given to authorise the conversion of yet another property in Warrington to a HMO.
  
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• Children flip pancakes in hands-on session at nursery

  19-02-2026 06:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Children at Bright Horizons Sale Day Nursery celebrated Pancake Day by mixing batter and flipping pancakes in a fun, hands-on cooking session.
  
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• 17 stunning sky photos shared by Warrington camera club

  19-02-2026 06:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  THE sky has been captured on camera by members of the Warrington Guardian Camera Club.
  
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• Stoppage-time Tom Edozie strike hands Wolves dramatic draw with Arsenal - Warrington Guardian

  18-02-2026 23:27 via news.google.com
  Stoppage-time Tom Edozie strike hands Wolves dramatic draw with Arsenal  Warrington Guardian
  
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• Graeme Shinnie scores as 10-man Aberdeen beat nine-man Motherwell - Warrington Guardian

  18-02-2026 22:57 via news.google.com
  Graeme Shinnie scores as 10-man Aberdeen beat nine-man Motherwell  Warrington Guardian
  
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• Rory McIlroy set for Augusta trip after this week’s Genesis Invitational - Warrington Guardian

  18-02-2026 22:35 via news.google.com
  Rory McIlroy set for Augusta trip after this week’s Genesis Invitational  Warrington Guardian
  
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• Leigh Wood vs Josh Warrington 2 – Big Fight Preview & Predictions - Pro Boxing Fans

  18-02-2026 22:22 via news.google.com
  Leigh Wood vs Josh Warrington 2 – Big Fight Preview & Predictions  Pro Boxing Fans
  
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• Councillors back whopping tax rise and ask for £350m in help to avoid bankruptcy - Warrington Guardian

  18-02-2026 21:22 via news.google.com
  Councillors back whopping tax rise and ask for £350m in help to avoid bankruptcy  Warrington Guardian
  
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• Councillors back whopping tax rise and ask for £350m in help to avoid bankruptcy

  18-02-2026 21:22 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Council tax in Warrington is set to increase by 7.48 per cent amid a ‘critical’ financial position.
  
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• Eight skiers found dead and one still missing after California avalanche - Warrington Guardian

  18-02-2026 20:59 via news.google.com
  Eight skiers found dead and one still missing after California avalanche  Warrington Guardian
  
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• Council’s Redwood Bank sale talks to remain confidential - Warrington Worldwide

  18-02-2026 20:21 via news.google.com
  Council’s Redwood Bank sale talks to remain confidential  Warrington Worldwide
  
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• Motorists warned of heavy traffic on the motorway in Warrington this rush hour - Warrington Guardian

  18-02-2026 18:30 via news.google.com
  Motorists warned of heavy traffic on the motorway in Warrington this rush hour  Warrington Guardian
  
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• Motorists warned of heavy traffic on the motorway in Warrington this rush hour

  18-02-2026 18:30 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  THERE is heavy traffic on the motorway in Warrington this rush hour.
  
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• Readers celebrate Warrington businesses that go the extra mile - Warrington Guardian

  18-02-2026 18:00 via news.google.com
  Readers celebrate Warrington businesses that go the extra mile  Warrington Guardian
  
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• Readers celebrate Warrington businesses that go the extra mile

  18-02-2026 18:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  ON Random Acts of Kindness Day, February 17, we asked Warrington Guardian readers to name a local business that goes the extra mile.
  
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• Care home fills with love and happiness on Valentine’s Day

  18-02-2026 18:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Westvale House Care Home in Warrington celebrated Valentine’s Day with residents, families, afternoon tea and heart-shaped gifts. Part of Barchester Healthcare.
  
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• Best-selling Birchwood author releases new book exploring drug underworld

  18-02-2026 18:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A best-selling Birchwood author has released his latest book, which explores the seedy underworld of Merseyside’s drug trade.
  
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• Liverpool flight makes emergency diversion to Manchester - Warrington Guardian

  18-02-2026 17:47 via news.google.com
  Liverpool flight makes emergency diversion to Manchester  Warrington Guardian
  
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