Spring 2024 is hereAs the winter eases into spring, the days get brighter and longer - and there's signs of a new awakening and new life!In this edition of Herbs with Barbara we talk about Spring - and how it can benefit the mind, body and soul!Nature has so much to offer and it's an exciting time right now.We all feel better with a bit of sunshine - and there's […]
Soapbox Derby is coming to town and we say goodbye to a local legend It's a Thursday and the new Guardian is out! We caught up with Deptuty Editor, Gareth Dunning to find out what's in this weeks edition.. Soapbox Krazy Races is heading to Warrington Sunday 9th June should be an exciting day in Warrington - as the first Soapbox Derby heads to the town. The event organised by […]
Local Artist Karl Chester designs trainers for Ed Sheeran and Sir Elton John!Karl, a talented artist from Latchford popped in to join Smithy on Monday's breakfast show.He caught our eye recently with a story in the Warrington Guardian about designing a pair of bespoke trainers for Ed Sheeran. The story started when Karl was tasked with creating some Ed Sheeran style trainers as a wedding present for a customer's wife who […]
Braydon get's the red carpet treatment and good news for High Legh Golf Club Here's our weekly roundup of what's in this weeks Guardian with Deputy Editor, Gareth Dunning. 14 year old Braydon Bent from Lymm is no stranger to the limelight - he's a regular contributor on Sky News - but at the BAFTA awards recently, he got the chance to interview some big-name stars, including Richard E Grant […]
Cheshire's MIX56 awarded £1655 grant from the Manchester Airport Community Trust Fund!We are absolutely delighted to announce that Cheshire's MIX56 has been awarded a £1655 grant from the Manchester Airport Community Trust Fund in what was a hotly-contested funding round.This much-needed funding has been used to purchase mobile studio and outside broadcast equipment.The additional equipment will help us to serve our community better - by enabling us to get out […]
The new Guardian is out with a tribute to Brianna and a 16 page Wolves Super League guideGareth Dunning has the latest"Hug your children tight and never stop telling them you love them", emotional words spoken by Brianna's mum, Esther at the vigil that was held at the Old Marketplace in Warrington last Sunday.The service took place a year to the day that Brianna so tragically lost her life - […]
Ahead of a sell-out blues night in Grappenhall this Friday Rob Bradshaw from Warrington Blues Club paid us a visitWarrington Blues Club was formed by husband and wife team, Ray & Barbara O'Hare in 1993 and became a staple of the local music scene for 17 years until it sadly came to a close in 2010.Thirteen years later, Warrington Blues Club is back and is now in the hands of […]
Skills For LifeRecently it was National Apprenticeship Week - an initiative to celebrate the achievements of apprentices around the country and the positive impact they make to communities, businesses, and the wider economy.The event is also an opportunity for employers and organisations to showcase their opportunities to thousands of people who are seeking an apprenticeship and a rewarding career.One company locally offering exciting apprenticeship opportunities is United Utilities. United Utilities […]
As we say goodbye to January it's now the month of love and Imbolc is celebrated!Imbolc is an ancient Celtic tradition which marks the halfway point between the winter solstice and the spring equinox.Also known as St Brigid's Day, for many it marks the first day of spring.As snowdrops start to appear, its a sign that winter's power is waning - but don't be fooled, as cold weather will continue […]
