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Motorists and pedestrians warned of traffic light outage at busy junction
MOTORISTS, pedestrians and other road users have been warned to be extra careful this afternoon, Monday. It follows a traffic light outage in Widnes at a busy junction, Cheshire Police is reporting. The junction in question is where Prescot
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Ministry of Defence reveals why RAF plane was circling Halton
THE Ministry of Defence has revealed why an RAF plane was circling Warrington last week. The plane was heard and spotted by residents across the borough between 10 and 11 on Wednesday night. In its loop, it was also circling Widnes, Runcorn
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Leisure centre to be bulldozed to make way for development
A Widnes leisure centre could be flattened to make way for a new development which would include housing and elderly accommodation. Halton Council’s ruling executive board meets on Thursday where it is expected to sign off £750,000 of capital cash
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Police investigating break-in after damage caused to village hall in burglary
BURGLARS caused damage to Hale Village Hall during a burglary over the weekend. A rear door was forced open at the premises on High Street late on Saturday night or in the early hours of Sunday morning. Anyone who heard or saw anything suspicious
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‘Decisive action’ and measures promised to combat Creamfields trespassing
THE organisers of Creamfields have promised ‘decisive action’ and measures to combat trespassing. The popular music festival, which attracts tens of thousands of revellers, returns to Daresbury this August bank holiday weekend. Security say
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New Italian pasta and pizza stall opens to customers at Widnes Market
WIDNES Market has welcomed a taste of Italy to the town. Amore Pasta is now welcoming customers at the Bradley Way site. Those eating from the stall can enjoy delicious pasta and pizza while shopping at the market. Widnes Market said: “
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Village's day of thanks to community stars past and present
The Mayor and Mayoress of Halton were among the guests at a ceremony paying tribute to volunteers in Hale Village. Councillor Kevan Wainwright and wife Andrea Wainwright were joined by Halton Council leader and Hale councillor Mike Wharton for
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Paramedics treat motorbike rider after collision at roundabout junction
THE rider of a motorbike was involved in a collision at a roundabout junction in Widnes. The incident occurred at around 2pm on Saturday, with a number of police officers and paramedics reported at the scene. Emergency services attended the
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Widnes and Swinton issue statements as RFL investigates Nick Gregson allegations
WIDNES Vikings have confirmed that following information on social media last night regarding Nick Gregson, that they have made a formal complaint to the RFL. The RFL have acknowledged it and have launching a full investigation. Gregson, a
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Elderly man with dementia among Halton rogue trader victims
A 90-year-old Widnes man with dementia was targeted by traders who demanded £9,500 to fix his driveway - even though he couldn’t remember agreeing to the work. Another elderly man was left with water pouring through his ceiling after forking out
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Police confirm missing teen from Widnes has been found
POLICE say they have found a teen reported missing. The Widnes girl was reported missing but has now been located.
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Man who acted in a threatening manner with glass bottle as a weapon is sentenced
A MAN caught carrying a glass bottle as a weapon in Widnes town centre has been sentenced by the courts. Mathew Gillings also admitted that his actions earlier this year were threatening and caused a fear of violence. The 37-year-old appeared
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Team members at Runcorn vets recognised for their pet bereavement support
TEAM members at a vets in Runcorn have been recognised for their pet bereavement support. Colleagues, including receptionists, veterinary nurses and vets at Laurels Veterinary Surgery on Victoria Road have undertaken special training to help clients