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Plans to install fencing at primary school
A PRIMARY school has submitted plans to build fencing on its grounds. St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School has submitted proposals to the council. Proposals seek to build a 2.4-metre high paladin fence on the perimeter of the grounds.
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Three men arrested after car rams through Cheshire Christmas market
Three men have been arrested by police after a silver Volkswagen Golf drove through a Christmas market in Congleton, Chesire at 50 mph. While the incident was not deemed terror-related, police confirmed: "Three people have been arrested following
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Top 10 stolen cars in UK for 2022 revealed - Is yours on the list?
Ford Fiestas and Range Rovers were named among the most stolen cars in the UK for 2022 according to data from the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency). The data was analysed by car leasing company Rivervale Leasing found up to November 22
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'Shocking murder of a much-loved family man'
A MAN whose body was found dumped in a residential street with “potentially hazardous” substances on his body had been shot and subjected to an acid attack, according to police. Liam Smith was found dead in Kilburn Drive in Shevington, Wigan, Greater
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Plans in for gazebo outside cafe and takeaway
A PLANNING application has been put forward seeking permission to install a gazebo at the front of a cafe. Proposlas seek approval from St Helens Council for a gazebo pergola to be put in place at the front of Reds, 21 Church Road, Rainford.
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Tributes to man found dead with ‘potentially hazardous’ substances on his body
GRIEVING relatives have paid tribute to a man who was found dumped on a street with “potentially hazardous” substances on his body. Liam Smith’s body was discovered on a residential street at around 7pm on Thursday in Shevington, Wigan, Greater
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Mum with cancer designs special hoodies for chemotherapy patients
A MUM-OF-ONE with breast cancer is using her experience to help others and has designed special hoodies with zips to allow chemotherapy patients to stay warm during treatment. Sandra Glynn from Sutton was diagnosed with breast cancer five years
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Fully fit Jumah Sambou and Dan Hill add depth to Saints backline
YOUNG Saints outside backs Dan Hill and Jumah Sambou are now fully fit and recovered after having last season cut short through injury. Hill, a versatile 20-year-old signed from Widnes ahead of last season, played twice last term but injured his
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Twelve of the best photos taken in St Helens this week
THERE were some fantastic photos taken in St Helens this week. Ian Greenall captured a town centre sunset, Suzanne Davies saw some misty cobwebs and Alex Stringer spotted a beautiful mandarin duck. The Camera Club is a supportive and friendly
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Principal: Progress 8 score is 'testament to years of hard work'
THE principal of a secondary school says its positive Progress 8 score is a "testament to years of hard work". Sutton Academy achieved +0.3 in the recently announced Progress 8 scores, which was the highest in St Helens. The average score in
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'Dream comes reality' as girls football team play first home game in two year project
A GIRLS football club played their first home game last weekend after a two year project to build the club. With a desire to give local girls the opportunity to play football, husband and wife Gemma and Darren Dury formed Rainford Ladies Atheltic
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High street's Christmas markets returns after two-year covid break
A FESTIVE favourite is returning to Newton-le-Willows next week. Newton High Street’s Christmas Markets is making a comeback after a two-year break due to the pandemic. The event, which sees stalls set up throughout the high street, was an