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UPDATE 7th DECEMBER 15.30 After 10 weeks the Warrington Bin Strikes have been called off. Agreement has been made between Warrington Borough Council and Unions representing the Warrington workers, who will return to work tomorrow, Friday 8th December.Ten weeks on and the Warrington bin strikes continueA fifth round of strike action by UNITE workers in Warrington is expected to continue until 24th December and there's little prospect of this situation […]

It’s that time of year. The festive season is almost upon us. Oh yes it is!Final rehearsals are underway at Parr Hall for one giant of a panto Jack and the Beanstalk.Once again, Parr Hall have teamed up with Tony Peers and his team - who've been delighting audiences of all ages for decades with a tried and tested format of fun, laughter and happily ever after!Milkshake! presenter Amy Thompson […]

Excitement is building as the final preparations for TEDxWarrington are underwayUPDATED:  CLICK FOR THE LATESTA TEDx event is a local gathering where live TED-like talks and performances are shared with the community.The next local event is taking place on Thursday 16th November at the Trust Alliance Group, Daresbury Park and the theme for this year is Tackling Adversity, Embracing Change.Kirsty James, from Kirsty James Consulting and Lymm Business Centre was our special […]

This weekend will see the Warrington Skyline change foreverIt's a Thursday so here's our regular check-in with Gareth Dunning, Deputy Editor of the Warrington Guardian to find out what's in this week's paper.The Brianna Ghey trial is underway and you can see live updates at the Warrington Guardian Website.In other news, congratulations go to Sean Fenwick of Lymm Runners who came first in this year's Warrington Way 40 mile Ultra […]

More bin misery for thousands of residents across Warrington It has been confirmed that a fourth round of strike action will take place in Warrington from 21st November - meaning that most residents will have only had one collection in seven weeks. The situation is now critical, with concerns around health and hour-long waits at recycling centres. Whilst UNITE union members nationally have accepted a pay deal (a flat-rate increase […]

As Chappleford residents celebrate postcode lottery win, the search for James Miller continuesThe new Warrington and Knutsford Guardian papers have hit the news stands and this week, Ian caught up with Deputy Editor Gareth Dunning to find out what's in this week's paper.Cockhedge CentreParts of Warrington's Cockhedge Centre are to be demolished, with a view to redeveloping the site fit for the modern age.Though ASDA will remain, 16 units will […]

There's some exciting career opportunities available at Manchester Airport right now!At the Wythenshawe Forum yesterday, more than 20 employees came together for the Manchester Airport jobs fair.Over 500 roles were on offer from around 20 employers - including 200 jobs with Manchester Airports Group alone.With roles available in Customer Services, Security, Car Parks and Hospitality - there was something for everyone, including part-time jobs. Smithy went along and caught up with […]

Lymm & District Round Table Fireworks at Cherry Tree School raise over £5000 for local causesWhat a fantastic night at Cherry Tree School!  The sell-out event delighted a packed crowd with not one, but two amazing firework displays.Cheshire's MIX56 was there to provide the soundtrack to the evening and provided live links back to our on-air studio.  You can listen to the highlights below.The annual event, organised by Lymm and […]

All change at Warrington Borough Council.  Bin strike continues.  And the inquest into the death of Sir Bobby takes place in WarringtonUPDATE 5pm Friday 3rd November.  WBC have confirmed a third round of bin stikes WILL go ahead from Wednesday 8th November.The new editions of the Guardian have hit the news stands, so Smithy caught up with Community Reporter, Tom Bedworth to find out what's in this weeks paper.This week […]