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Good morning, Warrington. Mike here. This is The Warrington Scoop. The local newsletter that’s like a noticeboard but less boring and hopefully more useful.

Did you get up to much at the weekend? The weather was up and down, wasn’t it? We went out for a dog walk to somewhere new for us (can you guess where this is?)

In today’s Scoop:

Grab your favourite brew, and let's start. ☕

Learn to bake Sourdough & Yeasted Bread in a hands-on, practical class where you will make, shape, and bake Sourdough and a White Cob whilst picking up all the hints and tips to keep baking fresh, tasty bread.

Sundays 10am to 2pm
Next Classes: 17th of May and 28th of June
£75pp

Both dates are already 50% booked, so don't hang around.

All details at mamars.co.uk or email [email protected] to book.

Here are some stories that are not crime or politics from around the town over the past few days.

🏉 The Wolves are through to the Challenge Cup semi-finals after a brilliant 24-10 win over Leigh last night. They came from behind, survived ten minutes with twelve men, and Ben Currie scored twice late on to seal it. Wembley is now just one game away. (Warrington Worldwide)

🌸 Six private gardens around Warrington are opening to the public this spring and summer as part of the National Garden Scheme, including Laskey Farm in Thelwall, gardens in Lymm, and even HMP Thorn Cross. Tickets start from £5. (Warrington Guardian)

🎮 Warrington Youth Zone is getting a massive revamp ahead of its fourth birthday in July, and it sounds brilliant. Plans include a brand new gaming zone, a maker space with 3D printers and laser cutters, a darts zone inspired by Luke Littler, an outdoor recording studio, and a relaunched podcast and radio studio. (Warrington Guardian)

Are you as surprised as me, that nothing has ever been built where Mr. Smith’s nightclub used to be? It has been almost 11 years since it burnt down.

🔒 Volunteers recently uncovered the historic 1757 Winwick Lock that had been completely hidden in undergrowth for years. A brilliant bit of local history rescued by the community.

🐱 A lovely community project from Activity Angels, who have been making scent-bonding rehoming squares which will be donated to help rescue cats and kittens settle into their new homes faster.

🎨 BloomingArt Academy has finally got its heritage artwork plaque installed at Roebuck Plaza in Warrington town center, and it is a really special piece. Designed by local artist Gail Stubbings, it celebrates Warrington's rich history, featuring the Transporter Bridge, the Parish Church, the River Mersey, Joseph Crosfields and Sons, and Old Billy, the longest living horse on record at 62 years old.

Peaceful Demo WBC Cabinet Meeting (Save Woolston Hub) - Warrington Town Hall, 4:15pm

Children's Make Your Own Pizza, Bents Garden & Home, 11am

Introduction to Nordic Walking, Rudyard Lake, 10am

Easter Roblox & Youtube Camp for kids 8+ - Impact Warrington

Warrington Monday Catch (Odd Fellows) - Barley Mow, 10:30am

Hatha Yoga - The Old School, 6pm

Children's Easter Crafting, Bents Garden & Home, 10am

Women's Group - (Book Folding Workshop - Olive Branch Cafe, 6:30pm

Pop Up Stall: Edwina The Fox - Birchwood Park, 12pm

Easter Cupcake Decorating - The Culcheth Arms, 12:30pm

Tai Chi for Beginners -Appleton, Warrington, Appleton Parish Hall, 2:45pm

Warrington Photographic Society (Cityscapes with Tony North) - St Johns Church (rear halls), Warrington Causeway, 7:15pm

Book Club - The Culcheth Arms, 7pm

Farewell to Tony: A celebration of Warrington Wolves 2009 Challenge Cup win - Halliwell Jones Stadium, 7pm

Girls Football Open Night - Warrington Sports Club, 5:30pm

MacIntyre Disco - St Benedicts Social Club, Warrington, 6:30pm

Fairfield and Howley Litter Network AGM (New members needed) - St Elphins Park, 7pm

Women in Business Networking Meeting Warrington - London Bridge Inn, 12pm

Spring Makers Market - London Bridge, 2pm

Weekly Bike Meet - Biker Gear Superstore, 5pm

Warrington Paint Night (Looking Over) - Ring O Bells, 7pm

Music Night, The Albion, 8pm

Pop Up Record Stall - United Utilities, 10am

Karaoke Thursday's - Porter's Ale House, 8pm

Furniture Painting (Levels 1&2) - Grappenhall Heys Walled Garden, 10am

South Warrington Sling and Cloth Nappy Library - Z Stockton Heath, 10am

Crafting with Warrington Youth Zone - Bents Garden & Home, 10am

Luther Live & Velvet Voices - Parr Hall Warrington, 7:30pm

The Out And Out Blues Band - Grappenhall Youth and Community Centre, 7pm

Under the Iron Clock, St Thomas' Church Hall, 7:30pm

Linguistic Interpretation Workshop (BSL) – CPD, Warrington Deaf Club, 10am

Wine Tasting Evening - Friends of Grappenhall Library, 7:30pm

Earth Spirit Women's Collective - The Earth Spirit Tipi, 7pm

Pokemon Club - The Odyssey, 6pm

Fleetwood Bac + Roxette UK - Pyramid & Parr Hall, 7:30pm

A Band Called Malice - Warrington Irish Club, 7:30pm

A Moment In Time's 2nd Birthday - Sankey Street Basement, 7pm

Community Day - The Daten, 12pm

ABCM - Warrington Irish Club, 7:30pm

Get Gardening Weekend - Bents Garden & Home, 10am

Silhouette - Burtonwood Community Centre, 9pm

Decades by Shellie - Pierpoint & Bryant Recreation Club, 9pm

Live Music from Kiki - The Star Inn, 8pm

The Band-its - Porters Ale House, 9pm

Warrington Crime Festival - The Village Hotel, 11:30am

A Mystical Night - Bold Street House, 7:30pm

Lymm Artisan Market - Lymm Youth & Community Association Ltd, 11am

An Hour With Mick Miller - Culcheth Village Club, 1pm

Dog First Aid Training - Station House, 11am

Mindful Forest School for Grown-Ups - Spud Wood, 10am

An Afternoon of Healing and Harmony - The Olive Tree, 2pm

Quiz Night - Seven Woods Westbrook, 7pm

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This one caught my eye this week as it’s a beautifully modernised two bedroom detached bungalow on School Lane in Rixton, on at offers in the region of £375,000.

Thanks for reading The Warrington Scoop today.

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Catch you on Friday.

Mike

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