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Normal operations at the Warburton Toll Bridge will resume following major upgrade works.
From Wednesday 5 November 2025 12:01 AM, tolls will once again apply to all vehicles crossing the bridge.
The online payment portal will go live on Friday 31 October 2025, allowing customers to set up and top up accounts ahead of tolls resuming.
The Warrington Disability Partnerships Energy Advice event is taking place at Westy Community Centre on Wednesday 26th November. 11am – 3pm.
There will be 20 exhibitors attending, giving the community advice, information, and support from varying agencies, including Water, Gas and Electric suppliers, benefits, housing, wellbeing, along with police and fire representatives.
Free refreshments provided.
Spire Cheshire Hospital are hosting a free women’s health and well-being event at Statham Lodge on Wednesday 12th November at 6.30pm where specialist consultants will cover topics such as menopause, endometriosis and breast cancer – and will answer any questions you may have.
During the inspiring evening you can explore a number of stalls and experiences including Himos Yoga with Clare Haigh, Himos Art Club by Liz Jones, Tropics by Angela Walker and meet the Clinic Director at Natural Health Clinic.
The event is free but spaces are limited so please follow the link to book in advance.
The work of Warrington Food Bank relies on the support and kindness of the community. If you are able to donate any of our most needed items then please check out our latest shopping list.
On Friday 7th November, the Brianna Ghey Legacy Project will be celebrating Brianna’s birthday by inviting everyone to 
Wear Pink for Peace
On Brianna’s special day, the Brianna Ghey Legacy Project would love you to remember her by wearing pink – whether it’s a pair of pink earrings, shoes or a whole outfit!
Please follow the link to find out more about Brianna’s legacy and to make a donation.
Bike Repairs
Knife Sharpening
Small Electrical Appliances
Electronics
Glue, String and Tape Table – For your own use
Furniture, Toys & other Wireless Items
Costume Jewellery
Sewing – Repairs
Guitar Repairs
Last items accepted 12.30pm
With a LiveWire membership, you can find out the answer to this by trying the many activities we have to offer.
Get started for only £10 (and no joining fee) for:
– Unlimited gym access
– Use of swimming pools, steam rooms, and a sauna (Warrington area)
– Multiple options for racket sports
– More than 350 fitness classes a week to choose from
With LiveWire, it’s up to you. You can feel good, your way!
Tickets are now available for this wonderful family-friendly event! Food & drink stalls – and the MIX56 roadshow will be providing the musical backdrop. Tickets sell fast so get yours today!
We’ve introduced our Last Night Bus Guarantee:
If your final bus of the night (after 10pm) is cancelled, we’ll still get you to your stop. That could mean sending out another bus or arranging a licensed taxi. All you need to do is wait at your stop as normal — our team will make sure your ride comes to you.
So whether it’s after a shift, a night out, or catching up with friends, you can relax knowing you’ll never be left behind!
Are you experiencing symptoms such as constant sneezing, facial pressure, nasal discharge, or nosebleeds? These could be signs of an underlying nose blockage.
Whether you have sinus issues or you’re curious about options for ear reshaping, our Consultant ENT Surgeon, Mr Hemal Raja, will be offering free mini consultations and offering you his expert advice.
You will have the opportunity to talk one-on-one with Mr Raja and ask any questions you may have about potential treatment options during a complimentary 10-minute consultation.
The event will be held in person at Spire Cheshire Hospital, Friday 7 November 2025, 9.30am-11.30am.
With a special presentation – how cheese shaped where we live in South Warrington.
£17.50 per ticket to include traditional afternoon tea with cakes and sandwiches.
Thelwall Parish Hall. Doors open 7.15 pm. Tickets will be available in October (£9 in advance).
Applications are now open via the Knutsford Town Council Website.
This year, the Christmas Light Switch On and Christmas Market are being separated. The Christmas Light Switch On will take place Saturday 15th November.
The Christmas Market will now take place over three streets – Princess Street, King Street and Silk Mill Street, enabling us to have more stalls and increased spacing between stalls to ease pedestrian movement.