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Jan 15, 2025 · At around 12.20am on Sunday, December 1, officers received reports of an incident occurring outside of a pub on Widnes Road. Attending the scene, officers found that that a ‘violent altercation’ had broken out between several men, with a 60-year-old man suffering serious injuries to his hand and face.

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2 days ago · On Saturday, Widnes Parkrun was cancelled due to a police incident. The event takes place at 9am at Victoria Park each Saturday, but runners turned up to find a large police presence in and around the park - which was cordoned off. Cheshire Police has now confirmed that this was due to concerns for ...

Sneak peak inside new £30m Halton Leisure Centre opening next week

Jan 11, 2025 · The Reconnecting Runcorn programme has achieved transformative progress in the town throughout 2024. This year saw major projects breaking ground, and cultural hubs and community spaces revitalised, marking a significant period of growth, collaboration, and innovation. August witnessed the start of ...

Sep 17, 2024 · Officers were called to the incident in the Grangemoor area at around 6.50pm last night, Monday. Local officers, supported by the armed policing alliance and The National Police Air Service, attended the scene and a large number of people were present.

End of an era as DIY store 'that had everything' sadly closes after 60 years

Mar 7, 2024 · He added: "Bear in mind, Government cuts have seen millions of pounds snatched from the Halton community since 2010." And speaking at last night’s meeting of Full Council at Runcorn Town Hall, deputy council leader Dave Thompson welcomed the new money, but warned the existing projects were already facing financial pressures due to the rise in inflation since the money was awarded in 2021.