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MIX56 Celebrates Grant from Manchester Airport Community Fund

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 […]

Mon 19 February 15

News

Guardian Review: 15th February 2024

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 - […]

Thu 15 February

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Keeping The Blues Alive!

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 […]

Wed 14 February 4

Feature

Apprenticeship Opportunities at United Utilities

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 […]

Mon 5 February 3

Herbs With Barbara

Imbolc Has Arrived!

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 […]

Thu 1 February 8

News

Guardian Review: 25th January 2024

Christmas tree recycling raises thousands for local charity and end of the road for Padgate campus It's a Thursday and the latest Guardian has hit the news stands. Smithy caught up with Deputy Editor, Gareth Dunning to find out what's in the news this week. For over 70 years, Padgate Campus has been a centre of education - though University of Chester closed the site in 2021. Now, David Wilson […]

Thu 25 January

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Dr Rosie: Cervical Cancer Awareness Week

This week is Cervical Cancer Awareness Week - a campaign dedicated to making people aware about cervical cancer and the steps to take to reduce the risk of cancerEvery year around 2700 women in the UK are diagnosed with Cervical Cancer - but the good news is in most cases, it can be treated and cured.As always, success all depends on catching it early - and starting treatment as soon […]

Thu 25 January 4

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A funeral with a twist!

You can now have a celebration of your life before you die - a funeral with a twist!Not many people like to think or talk about death. We know it's an inevitable part of life - but if being honest, it's a topic we'd rather file away and worry about later.But as we get older, we do think of practicalities - like getting finances in order and having a will […]

Wed 24 January 3

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Laurel House Interiors Raise £500 for Brianna Ghey Memorial

Brianna Ghey was tragically killed in February this year. She was only 16. The Warrington Guardian and Brianna's mum, Esther have joined forces to raise funds for the Mindfulness in Schools Project. MiSP is a charity which aims to improve the lives of a generation of children and young people by making a genuine, positive difference to their mental health and wellbeing. One of Lymm's most-loved shops, Lauel House Interiors […]

Tue 26 December 4