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Police launch murder probe following death of woman in Winwick
POLICE have launched a murder probe following the death of a woman in Warrington. At around 1.40pm yesterday, Wednesday, officers were called to concerns for the safety of a woman at an address in the Myddleton Lane in Winwick. Police and colleagues
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St Helens grass fires soared 84 per cent in summer as crews faced 'unusual pressure'
THE number of grassland fires attended by firefighters in St Helens soared by 84 per cent during the summer of 2026, according to newly released figures. Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) recorded 151 grassland fires across the borough
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Couple banned from every B&M and Tesco in UK after string of thefts in local stores
A COUPLE have been banned from every B&M store in the country after a series of thefts – including stealing of 21 jars of coffee from one shop. John Barry Rolt, 35, and Victoria Chadwick, 42, both of Bank Street, Newton-le-Willows, were handed
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Man came up with ‘fantasies’ after killing woman, court told
A MAN who allegedly killed a woman and kept her body in his freezer came up with “fantasies” including that she had gone to Australia with a man called Rene, his cousin has told a court. George Gordon allegedly murdered his friend Delia McInerney
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Murder accused claimed 'victim' attended King's Coronation while body lay in freezer
A MURDER trial has heard that the accused claimed his alleged victim had attended the King’s Coronation and met Joanna Lumley and Stephen Fry while her body was actually lying in his freezer. George Gordon, 65, of Gerards Court, Carr Mill, is on
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Another power cut hits Eccleston as engineers work to restore electricity
ANOTHER power cut is affecting homes in the Eccleston area of St Helens. SP Energy Networks says there is an unexpected outage affecting the WA10 postcode area, with engineers currently on site dealing with the fault which appears to be affecting
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Ex-Saints coach Paul Wellens is on the move from North Queensland Cowboys
FORMER Saints boss and club legend Paul Wellens is on the move again after a year as assistant at North Queensland Cowboys. The NRL outfit have finalised its Football Department for the 2027 NRL season, led by Head Coach Todd Payten, and Wellens
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52-year-old man arrested after woman found dead at address in Warrington
A 52-YEAR-old man has been arrested after a woman was found dead at an address in Warrington. At around 1.40pm yesterday, Wednesday, officers were called to the concerns for the safety of a woman at an address in the Myddleton Lane in Winwick.
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St Helens celebrates fifth Purple Flag Award for safe and vibrant nights out
St Helens has secured its fifth consecutive Purple Flag Award. The award recognises excellence in creating a safe and vibrant night-time environment and celebrates the town centre’s success in offering a lively mix of dining, entertainment and
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Man drank in St Helens pubs after allegedly murdering ‘soulmate’, court hears
A MAN accused of murdering his “soulmate” drank in St Helens pubs in the hours and days after allegedly killing her, a court has heard. George Gordon, 65, is accused of murdering 62-year-old Delia McInerney at his flat in Carr Mill in April 2023
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Lucky residents win big in latest Postcode Lottery draw
SOME lucky residents are celebrating winning the Postcode Lottery today. This morning, Thursday, residents with the postcode WA12 0DR have woken up to the news that they have won £1,000 in the draw. Those living on Rob Lane, in Newton-le-Willows
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Man taken to hospital after four-vehicle crash on M62
A MAN has been taken to hospital following a four-vehicle crash on the M62. At around 7am today, Wednesday, police were called to a crash on the M62 eastbound carriageway between junction 9, Winwick, and junction 10, Croft. Officers attended
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All you need to know ahead of fireworks show at Saints - times and running order
A SPECTACULAR fireworks and laser show will light up St Helens' Brewdog Stadium tonight (Thursday, November 5) as From The Ground Comes Light returns. The event takes place on Thursday, November 5, with an evening of family entertainment planned
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When a quartet of Saints went on tour with Great Britain in 1988
WITH international rugby league a key talking point after England's premature World Cup exit, today's #Throwback Thursday remembers a crop of Saints who went Down Under. It looks back at a quartet of Great Britain tourists from 1988 and when former
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'Best bakery in St Helens': Readers share decades of memories of Blackburns
RESIDENTS have been reminiscing about family traditions, favourite pies and childhood memories after the St Helens Star celebrated the enduring success of Blackburns Bakery. The family-run business on Cambridge Road, Newtown, has been serving customers
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St Helens Star Camera Club members capture stunning snaps of sunsets
SUNRISES and sunsets have been captured on camera by members of the St Helens Star Camera Club. Each week, we ask our budding amateur photographers to take pictures based on a theme, and this week, it was sunrises and sunsets. The Camera Club
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'You've served our country - now let us support you' - gym's message to veterans
MILITARY veterans are being offered free gym access, boxing and combat sports sessions at a Rainhill fitness centre in a bid to support former service personnel. The initiative, run in partnership between Forge Fitness NW CIC and Weapons Down Gloves
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Letter: Law Society president warns against relying on AI for legal advice
Dear Editor, The integration of artificial intelligence into our daily lives is becoming increasingly common but we should exercise caution and a practical approach. AI is not human and its answers should not be mistaken for sound human judgement
