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Runcorn Weekly News
MP rebels over plans to reform welfare
Twigg one of 48 Labour MPs to oppose bill
2 min |
July 10, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Police hold sword amnesty ahead of new change in law
AS PART of a national initiative ahead of a change in the law surrounding Ninja swords, Cheshire Constabulary is holding an amnesty event across July.
2 min |
July 10, 2025
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'It feels like I have known her for years'
TWO of Redrow’s latest residents ‘at Daresbury Garden Village in Cheshire have struck up a lasting friendship after both moving from outside the area.
2 min |
July 10, 2025
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Big names announced for Creamfields
DARESBURY in Cheshire is getting ready to transform into the epicentre of electronic music as Rockstar Energy presents Creamfields, the four-day festival which brings together 300 of the world’s biggest electronic acts and 80,000 dance music fans from around the globe.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
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Female finalists are leading the way across the county
FROM Wilmslow to Warrington, Cheshire is brimming with female-led brilliance and this year’s Enterprise Vision ‘Awards finalists are living proof.
3 min |
July 10, 2025
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Versatile Ball makes welcome return to Town
DEFENDER Matt Ball is the latest player to sign on for the 2025/26 season.
2 min |
July 10, 2025
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The thought of a weekend lie-in is so alien to me...
BROADCASTER AND AUTHOR SARA COX TALKS TO CAMILLA FOSTER ABOUT HER MORNING ROUTINE AND THE ENERGY BOOSTS SHE COULDN'T LIVE WITHOUT
4 min |
July 10, 2025
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Roll up for a Seaside Special
MARION MCMULLEN looks back at how the BBC brought some seaside and circus fun into UK homes 50 years ago
1 min |
July 10, 2025
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Lyons blow has Vikings on back foot
THE Vikings fell to a 22-4 defeat to Oldham on a tough afternoon at Sedgley Park.
2 min |
July 10, 2025
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Dad’s running raises more than £4k
A RUNCORN dad has raised more than £4,000 for Clatterbridge Cancer Charity after completing an extraordinary running challenge in memory of his wife.
2 min |
July 10, 2025
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Doherty comes to the rescue
Over the past few years, Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park in rural Suffolk has grown from a working farm raising rare pig breeds into an award-winning wildlife reserve, home to a diverse variety of rescued animals, from meerkats and capybaras to zebras and crocodiles.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
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Temporary council boss to take charge
A NEW interim boss is poised to take over at Halton Council after the previous post-holder quit for pastures new.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
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Lab experts stage coding workshop
STUDENTS at Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy in Runcorn, part of Ormiston Academies Trust, took part in a hands-on workshop with experts from Daresbury Laboratory.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
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KELLY'S HEROES
The double Olympic gold medallist tells LISA SALMON she wants to inspire all ages to use this summer to start getting active and improve their nutrition
4 min |
July 03, 2025
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Hospital takes technology and care to the next level
A NEW multi-million pound diagnostics centre to help identify and treat a range of health conditions while improving waiting times has opened its doors.
3 min |
July 03, 2025
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Drug addict, 43, caught stealing cash from church
Man also targeted mosque and food bank to feed his habit
3 min |
July 03, 2025
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Game on as Padel courts plan approved
Padel courts are set to be built at the site in Widnes despite initial concerns from local councillors
1 min |
July 03, 2025
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Skate into summer
OVERDUE REMAKES OF MORE TONY HAWK GAMES ARE AMONG THE TOP TITLES HEADING OUR WAY
3 min |
July 03, 2025
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Fresh bid to convert ex-club into storage facility
THE fight to save a landmark former social club which had been saved from being permanently turned into a storage facility looks set for round two.
1 min |
July 03, 2025
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'She asks about burkas rather than about her constituents'
Dad says new MP 'playing politics' rather than helping
2 min |
July 03, 2025
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Dealer admits selling drugs
A MAN has admitted selling class A and B drugs in the Widnes area.
1 min |
July 03, 2025
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Day trip is a new line in career possibilities
AVANTI West Coast has launched a new school trip programme to educate young people about the railway and the career opportunities within the rail industry.
2 min |
July 03, 2025
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I drank all day and night but I couldn't admit I was an alcoholic
FROM the outside, businesswoman and Cheshire native Nicky Wake, 53, looked like she was living the dream.
4 min |
July 03, 2025
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Tail-enders dig in to frustrate rivals
TITLE-CHASING Didsbury were denied victory by a determined effort from the Widnes tail enders, who survived 39 balls for the home side to gain a draw.
2 min |
July 03, 2025
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ON CLOUD NINE
JASON BYRNE TELLS MARION MCMULLEN WHY HE'S LOOKING TO THE SKIES FOR HIS NEW COMEDY TOUR
4 min |
July 03, 2025
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Widnes FC withdraw from league
Shock decision comes months after title triumph
2 min |
July 03, 2025
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Funding boost for Wild Women squad
THE Widnes Wild Women's team have received a grant from the Rentokil Initial UK Community Outreach Fund to help towards their operating expenses as they prepare for the 2025/26 WNIHL season.
2 min |
July 03, 2025
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Homes event for forces and key workers
REDROW is holding an exclusive event for key workers and armed forces members looking for their next home.
1 min |
July 03, 2025
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Stunning start sees Vikings tame Toulouse
WIDNES VIKINGS
2 min |
July 03, 2025
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Council's loan to balance books comes at a big price
HALTON Council could wind up repaying nearly double what it borrows from the Government in order to stay afloat.
2 min |