Council tax could increase by nearly five percent in April as most local authorities plan maximum rises. Council Tax Set to Rise by Maximum in Most Areas From April Most local councils will likely raise taxes soon. Council tax could increase by nearly five percent in April. Government data shows most councils plan this. About…
A study reveals Warrington had the highest number of drink-driving arrests in Cheshire over three years. Data shows a disturbing trend. Warrington Tops Cheshire for Drink Driving Arrests Study Reveals A study looked at UK drink-driving deaths. Legal Expert used information requests for the study. Deaths have risen to 300 yearly in the UK. Figures…
A Warrington library faces potential closure due to proposed council budget cuts for 2025-26, Lib Dems say. Warrington Library at Risk of Closure Say Liberal Democrats The Labour authority plans some big savings. Their budget proposal for 2025-26 totals £208.045 million. This budget includes £30.4 million in savings. The council propose several ways to save…
A man has been charged after a large cannabis farm with 700+ plants was found in Warrington last year. Suspect Named in Large Warrington Town Centre Cannabis Farm Case Last year, police raided a closed bar in Warrington town center. This happened almost a year ago, and the officers were from Cheshire Police. The police…
Friends cycled 140 miles, raising funds for St Rocco’s Hospice in memory of a loved one, aiming to support critical patient care. Friends Cycle 140 Miles for St Roccos Hospice in Loving Memory Anthony’s journey started in Whitehaven. It ended at Whitley Bay. He lives in Appleton. Anthony did this after his loss. He lost…
A Warrington resident, Darren Wakelin, died at Beachy Head. An inquest concluded his death was suicide due to injuries. Warrington Man’s Death at South Coast Cliff Ruled as Suicide Darren Wakelin, a Westbrook resident, died last year. They found him at Beachy Head on August 11. Beachy Head is a cliff in Eastbourne. An inquest…
Daniel Appleton, a repeat offender, avoids jail despite admitting to possessing and distributing child abuse images in Warrington. Repeat Offender Who Distributed Child Sex Abuse Photos Spared Jail Daniel Appleton went to court again. He faced charges for sharing awful stuff. This wasn’t his first time for similar charges. The 31-year-old avoided jail this time.…
Warrington anticipates £134.971 million in council tax for 2025-26, crucial for services. Collection rates remain strong. Warrington Council Tax: Expected Revenue for 2025 2026 Budget The council will meet Monday. They plan to approve the 2025-26 budget. This includes the financial plan and capital program. The plan suggests a 4.98 percent council tax hike. Last…
Friends walk the Cheshire Ring to honor a dad and raise funds for mental health. Cheshire Ring Walk Fundraiser Honors Middlewich Dad, Supports Mental Health Martin Edwards died suddenly last June. His stepbrother, Kyle Bennett, shared this news. Martin lived alone after separating from his partner. He was 38 years old and left behind a…
Warrington, Cheshire West, and Cheshire East collaborate to boost wildlife. Residents are asked to share thoughts on the draft plan. Warrington Council Launches Local Nature Recovery Improvement Strategy Hey, listen to this! Local councils launched a nature plan. Warrington, Cheshire West, and Cheshire East are working together. They want to help nature grow. The plan…