Warrington Anglers Association column
Frank Lythgoe s Warrington Anglers Association column THERE has been a report from our head bailiff of a 26lbs 8ozs 0drs pike being caught from our stretch of the Ribble at Hurst Green on Tuesday. Also, lots of plastic waste was left on the banksides having been swept down with the floods as the level dropped. There is a working party for essential maintenance at Sandiway Small Lake this Saturday, February 20 – meet at the lake at 9am. Please book in with Matt Akery on arrival. The fishery will be closed for the day to all who are not involved in the working party.
Leslie Appleton s home in Enville Street suffered a fire on the ground floor on January 13. The 69-year-old, known as Les, and Rolo the dog were not injured during the incident, but have lost many treasured belongings and everyday items. Four fire crews from across Warrington, along with a hydraulic platform, were called to the blaze at around 6.50pm. They tackled the flames using two hose reels and a covering jet. Simon Oldfield has set up a JustGiving page to help Les and Rolo get back on their feet. More than £3,000 has since been raised.
Pictures of the incident by Matthew Campbell