Warrington news

• Serious concerns over ‘cremation pollution’

  06-02-2020 18:51 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  WARRINGTON Borough Council has confirmed it has no plans to introduce a special technology to cut ‘cremation pollution’ by reducing nitrogen oxides (NOx).
  
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• Petition launched to save Grappenhall lollipop lady amid council cuts threat

  25-02-2026 18:23 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A petition has been launched to save a lollipop lady in Grappenhall after the threat of council cuts sends ‘shockwaves’ through the village.
  
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• Warrington school praised by Ofsted for creating 'calm, inclusive' culture

  25-02-2026 18:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A WARRINGTON primary school has been praised by education watchdogs for its 'calm, inclusive culture' that runs through daily school life.
  
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• Revealed: Warrington’s favourite fish and chip shops

  25-02-2026 18:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  THERE are some fantastic chippies in Warrington, and to celebrate National Chip Week (February 20–26), we asked you to tell us your favourites.
  
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• Part of former Argos building that could be turned into luxury apartments is for sale

  25-02-2026 18:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  PART of the former Argos building which could be turned into 19 luxury apartments is for sale.
  
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• Nostalgia flows as Warrington remembers its town centre baths

  25-02-2026 18:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Former visitors share fond memories of Warrington Baths 23 years after its closure.
  
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• Much-loved restaurant hosts 50 children during Lunar New Year celebrations

  25-02-2026 18:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A MUCH-loved restaurant hosted more than 50 children to teach them about Chinese culture.
  
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• Man fined for parking in disabled bay as 'seriously ill' wife needs wheelchair access

  25-02-2026 18:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A MAN has been fined for parking in a disabled space in Time Square car park despite his wife needing wheelchair access as she recovers from a 'serious' illness.
  
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• Wanted Warrington fraud conspiracy suspect finally arrested in Glasgow

  25-02-2026 17:10 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Cheshire Police has confirmed that officers located and arrested wanted Warrington man Ryan Lake in Glasgow and returned him to Cheshire.
  
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• Delays on M6 in Warrington after traffic held due to accident

  25-02-2026 16:23 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  DELAYS are being experienced on the M6 in Warrington following an accident.
  
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• Police warn owners of specific car model after six stolen in Warrington

  25-02-2026 15:20 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A WARNING has been issued to owners of a specific make and model of car following a spate of thefts.
  
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• McDonald's in Warrington reopens after huge refurbishment with 10 new jobs created

  25-02-2026 14:50 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A MCDONALD’S in Warrington has reopened after a huge refurbishment, with 10 new jobs created.
  
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• Wellbeing festival led by Fearne Cotton to return to Cheshire this year

  25-02-2026 14:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Happy Place Festival returns to Tatton Park, Cheshire, on September 5 and September 6, with celebrity speakers, wellbeing workshops, music and family activities.
  
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• Alton Towers visitors ‘disgusted’ by 'outrageous' rise in car park prices

  25-02-2026 13:58 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Alton Towers Resort visitors are angered by an increase in car parking fees at the theme park.
  
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• Independent Cheshire girls school 'profoundly upset' to announce shock closure

  25-02-2026 13:56 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  AN independent school says it has been forced to close due to 'unprecedented financial pressures'.
  
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• Campaign to smash last year's litterpicking record in Warrington

  25-02-2026 12:30 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Warrington Litter Volunteers urge residents to join the Great British Spring Clean 2026. Book a place to help tidy parks and trails and beat last year’s record.
  
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• Suspect charged with stealing cash in burglary at Thai massage parlour

  25-02-2026 12:18 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A SUSPECT is due to appear in court charged with burgling a Thai massage parlour in Warrington.
  
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• Council team recognised in awards that celebrate 'outstanding local government'

  25-02-2026 12:03 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  WBC has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Best Council Services Team category.
  
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• European timber giant expanding operations in the UK with new Warrington site

  25-02-2026 12:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Rettenmeier, leading European timber supplier, launches Rettenmeier UK Ltd in Birmingham to boost sustainable wood product supply and create UK jobs.
  
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• Police helicopter called in following burglary reports in early hours

  25-02-2026 11:03 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A POLICE helicopter was searching the town in the early hours of today, Wednesday.
  
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• Firefighters rush to Warrington road after mechanical fault causes van blaze

  25-02-2026 10:58 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Firefighters rush to residential road in Warrington after a mechanical fault led to a van fire.
  
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• Teenager hailed as hero at inquest after losing life in bid to save friend

  25-02-2026 10:37 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A TEENAGER has been hailed a ‘hero’ as he died in an attempt to save a ‘stressed’ friend who jumped onto a railway line.
  
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• Why your support for Ukraine four years on matters more than ever

  25-02-2026 10:15 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  As the Ukraine war marks its fourth anniversary, here's why your support matters more than ever
  
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• Manchester Airport launches new direct route to Turkey holiday hotspot

  25-02-2026 10:15 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A POPULAR airline has launched brand new direct night flights to Dalaman, in Turkey, from Manchester Airport.
  
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• Shoppers say Tesco's new car park fine should be used across the UK - do you agree?

  25-02-2026 10:14 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  Tesco introduced a new car park fine at some of its stores and 80% of our readers who answered our poll agree it should be introduced in other supermarkets.
  
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• More details given as to why police helicopter was circling Warrington

  25-02-2026 10:09 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  MORE details have been released as to why the police helicopter was seen and heard circling Warrington yesterday, Tuesday.
  
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• Intoxicated man removed from Warrington bus after harassing woman

  25-02-2026 09:48 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  POLICE attended an incident after reports of an intoxicated man harassing a woman on a bus in Warrington.
  
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• Heavy traffic and delays on M62 in Warrington at rush hour

  25-02-2026 09:41 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  THERE is heavy traffic on the M62 in Warrington this rush hour, Wednesday.
  
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• Police work with school to identify youths following anti-social behaviour incidents

  25-02-2026 08:45 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  POLICE have identified youths following reports of anti-social behaviour in Culcheth.
  
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• Woman ‘falsely imprisoned’ and assaulted by partner as argument turns violent

  25-02-2026 06:00 via warringtonguardian.co.uk
  
  A WOMAN was ‘falsely imprisoned’ at her home and assaulted by her boyfriend as an argument turned violent.
  
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