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Runcorn Weekly News
Panthers peg back hosts in DCBL thriller
Vikings forced to settle for share of spoils in Halifax clash
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June 19, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Green light given to plans for three new padel courts
THE world's 'fastest growing sport' is coming to Kingsley after a new planning application was given the green light.
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June 19, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
JOBS TO DO THIS WEEK
■Most houseplants are in active growth, so need regular watering and fortnightly feeding.
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June 19, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Know your retail rights and how to spot sellers' excuses
Retailers are by far the most complained-about sector in the UK. The good news is we have a range of laws that govern our rights when we shop - and these provide us with more protections than many of us realise. Yet it's clear from your comments that some businesses are blatantly ignoring the rules. So here's my guide to your rights - and how some businesses try to get around them.
2 min |
June 19, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
When you get that big cheer it's like, 'ha, ha, it's my night'
It's the return of the Strictly Legends as MARION McMULLEN checks out the backstage banter with dance stars Pasha Kovalev and Brendan Cole
2 min |
June 19, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
West End and Broadway classics as Dreamcoat Stars comes to Brindley
DREAMCOAT Stars, the musical extravaganza concert, will embark on its sixth UK tour this autumn and comes to The Brindley in Runcorn on Tuesday, October 21.
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June 19, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Rivals seize on Wids' crisis of confidence
CHESHIRE PREMIER LEAGUE
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June 19, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Memories and moments in our musical history
THIRTY-FIVE years ago, on May 27, 1990, thousands gathered at Spike Island for what would become one of the most legendary live performances in British music history.
2 min |
June 19, 2025
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Man caught with drugs at festival has been jailed
Suspect fled the country twice and was finally caught by Spanish police
3 min |
June 19, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Man tried to kidnap student
A 25-YEAR-OLD Widnes man has been jailed for more than two years after he attempted to kidnap a 19-year-old student outside Liverpool Lime Street station, following a British Transport Police investigation.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Swing bridge work time condensed to reduce disruption
WATERWAYS charity Canal and River Trust has revised a programme of essential repairs it plans to carry out on Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge, which crosses the River Weaver near Frodsham, to significantly reduce disruption for the local community.
2 min |
June 19, 2025
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Cat saved by vets after swallowing rat poison
A CHESHIRE animal hospital has saved the life of a young cat who swallowed rat poison and started having repeated seizures and tremors.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Low water levels put county officially in drought
CHESHIRE is now in drought due to low water levels in reservoirs and rivers following one of the driest springs on record.
2 min |
June 12, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
The stars are out for charity game
We’re in a bit of a barren period football-wise, unless your club is involved in the FIFA Club World Cup.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Cup win gives Wids respite from league
CHESHIRE CUP SECOND ROUND
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June 12, 2025
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Beat goes on for top band
SAINTS Peter and Paul Catholic High School students have been awarded silver grading in the prestigious UK Schools' Music Festival for the second year running.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Mayhem celebrate first victory of season
THE Mayhem sledge team picked up their first win of the new 2025 British Para Ice Hockey League season with a 6-0 victory over Sheffield Steelstings at Planet Ice Widnes on Sunday.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Office space venture welcomes businesses to opening
WIDNES'S newest office space is celebrating a fantastic start after throwing open its doors and inviting local businesses to a prestigious opening event and Business Expo.
2 min |
June 12, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
How to value your family heirlooms
BARGAIN HUNT'S CAROLINE HAWLEY OFFERS UP HER TOP TIPS. BY CAMILLA FOSTER
3 min |
June 12, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
10's growth initiative off to promising start
A NEW initiative aimed at attracting more senior players into the Club got off to a promising start last Thursday evening at Widnes RUFC.
2 min |
June 12, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Anger as MP asks Starmer to 'ban the burqa'
Reform member jeered in the Commons as party chairman brands comments as 'dumb'
1 min |
June 12, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Four arrests over ketamine supply
Ketamine is a Class B drug with sedative qualities
2 min |
June 12, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Colour POP
POPPIES ARE EVERYWHERE, BUT WHY NOT TRY PLANTING UP SOME NEW VARIETIES?
2 min |
June 12, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Holsgrove back as Town squad comes together
RUNCORN Town's first summer signing saw Kieran Holsgrove making a welcome return to the club.
2 min |
June 12, 2025
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Why now's the time to prepare for menopause
TV doctor Zoe Williams is already making big changes and wants women to be aware of what's coming, but feel empowered.
4 min |
June 12, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
No extension objections
NO OBJECTIONS arose in Helsby when plans were put forward for an intended extension.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Linnets reunions in pre-season for Runcorn legends
PRE-SEASON fixtures for Runcorn Linnets will bring reunions with two club legends as they travel to teams managed by record appearances holder Matt Atherton and former boss Calum McIntyre.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
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More details of proposal for homes on farmland
FRESH details have emerged of a planned new housing estate which is poised to be constructed on farmland.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
Runcorn Weekly News
Call to promote borough eateries
VISIT Halton is asking for residents to help create the latest edition of the Taste of Halton guide which celebrates a selection of the many eateries and cafés found throughout the borough.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
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Man claims to have spotted ‘shape-shifting' UFO in the sky
WAREHOUSE worker claims to have caught a ‘shape-shifting’ UFO soaring across the sky on his phone camera like ‘something out of Mars Attacks!
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