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New Year sewer improvements in the pipeline for Alsager 30 December 2009
Work to improve Alsager's sewer network and prevent flooding to homes in the area will get under way in the New Year thanks to United Utilities.
Don't leave your home out in the cold 22 December 2009
Families who are going away for Christmas are being advised by United Utilities not to get caught out by freezing weather conditions over the festive period.
Sandbach sewer improvement scheme set for New Year restart 18 December 2009
A £1m project to improve the reliability of Sandbach's sewer network is due to restart in the New Year.
A New Year's resolution for Cheshire's water network... 14 December 2009
The third phase of a major scheme to improve water supplies across Cheshire will start in the New Year.
Don't lose the plot! 09 December 2009
Water firm United Utilities is putting up for sale a site in Cheshire which was once used as a service reservoir.
'Reboot' for Bootle's water pipes 26 November 2009
Old water pipes in Bootle are being given a new lease of life thanks to United Utilities.
Ofwat's Price Review for 2010-2015 26 November 2009
Statement from United Utilities
General advice to customers affected by flooding in Cumbria 25 November 2009
People returning to flooded properties should take care if floodwaters have risen so high that taps have been under water.
Cumbria floods: update on electricity supplies 25 November 2009
We continue to make good progress restoring electricity supplies to people left without power following the recent floods.
United Utilities Half Year Results 25 November 2009
A sound set of results in a challenging economic climate.
United Utilities brings Christmas cheer to Cheshire hospices 24 November 2009
United Utilities is donating seven Christmas trees from its Macclesfield Forest to support two Cheshire-based hospices with their annual appeals.
Cumbria flooding update 23 November 2009
Our engineers are continuing to work alongside the emergency services, the Environment Agency and other partner organisations in response to the major flooding incident in Cumbria.
Utility services on Calva Bridge safeguarded 22 November 2009
We have successfully safeguarded our water and electricity assets on the Calva Bridge in Workington following reports it is likely to collapse.
Access to properties needed to restore supplies in NW Keswick 22 November 2009
As we begin the process to restore electricity supplies, we are calling on customers living in the north west part of Keswick to return to their homes.
Severe weather conditions in Cumbria & North Lancashire 19 November 2009
Heavy rain is forecast across our region during the next few days, with a number of extreme weather and flood warnings now in place.
Water improvements in the pipeline for Kelsall 19 November 2009
United Utilities will soon be giving Kelsall's ageing water network a modern makeover.
Roundabout reopened to minimise disruption 16 November 2009
A roundabout has been reopened to minimise disruption during a scheme to deliver essential water to Ellesmere Port.
Road closure needed for water works 10 November 2009
The northbound side of the A56 Dunham Road will be closed for 10 days to allow essential water mains work to be carried out safely.
Water work means road closure for Pardshaw 10 November 2009
Villagers near Cockermouth are due for a much-improved water supply as part of a £75,000 scheme by United Utilities.
Even higher calling for Whitehaven employees 10 November 2009
A Whitehaven call centre has been named the UK's best utility call centre for the second year running.
Merry Christmas the War-wick is over 09 November 2009
After three years of planning and engineering work and more than 4,000 metres of pipe, work on Carlisle's £10 million sewer expansion scheme concluded this week, right on schedule.
Essential road closure - Castle Street, Kendal 06 November 2009
Essential sewer repairs will mean the temporary closure of Castle Street in Kendal for up to seven days from Monday November 9.
Flood re-leaf scheme gets budding in Barrow 06 November 2009
One of Barrow's most well-known civic spaces is set for a green makeover.
Kirkdale water works in full flow 05 November 2009
United Utilities' work to improve Kirkdale's water supply is now in full flow.
Water works move into Rostherne 04 November 2009
United Utilities will soon be working in Rostherne as part of a multi-million pound pipe laying project.
Update on sewer works near Ambleside 03 November 2009
Long-running road works on the A593 near Ambleside are moving into their final stages.
Windermere power house makes way for affordable homes 03 November 2009
United Utilities engineers are getting ready to move one of Windermere's electricity substations to a brand new address, and would like residents to know what they're doing.
Pupils learn to stay safe during water works 20 October 2009
Representatives from United Utilities and Balfour Beatty have visited a school in Kirkdale to promote safety awareness whilst essential water mains improvements are ongoing in the area.
Ellesmere Port water works nearing completion 20 October 2009
A scheme to deliver essential water improvements to Ellesmere Port is nearing completion thanks to United Utilities.
Mab Lane sewer scheme enters next phase 14 October 2009
Essential work to relieve sewer flooding in Mab Lane, West Derby will soon be entering its next phase.
Further £1 million cash injection at Fleetwood works 14 October 2009
United Utilities said today it had brought forward a further £1 million cash injection to install two of the four primary settlement tanks...
Glass Act for UU boss... 06 October 2009
Philip Green, CEO of North West water firm United Utilities, wins the backing of Tory leader David Cameron for "tap into water' during the North West Conservatives reception at Manchester's Town Hall.
Blackpool water burst finally fixed 30 September 2009
A burst water pipe that caused months of disruption to residents is finally fixed.
A £2 million sewer scheme in the heart of Accrington taking shape 30 September 2009
Around 15 houses on Wordsworth Road, near Mount Carmel High School have regularly flooded with sewerage water for years.
Water improvements for Kirkdale 24 September 2009
Water supply improvements for Kirkdale are in the pipeline thanks to United Utilities.
Burst water pipe finally fixed in Burnley 24 September 2009
After months of delays a water pipe that burst several times last year causing disruption to residents water supply on Brownside Road, Burnley is finally being sorted by water giant United Utilities.
Plastic pipes to improve Liverpool's water network 23 September 2009
Improvements to Liverpool's water network are in full flow thanks to United Utilities.
Flooding relief to Mab Lane progressing well 10 September 2009
Essential work to relieve sewer flooding in Mab Lane, West Derby is progressing well thanks to United Utilities.
Work to cut Crewe's leaks enters next phase 09 September 2009
A United Utilities project to reduce water leakage in Crewe continues to progress.
City centre water works flow on to Copperas Hill 04 September 2009
A £35 million project to improve water supplies serving businesses in Liverpool city centre is progressing well thanks to United Utilities.
Water supply improvements in the pipeline for St Helens 03 September 2009
Householders in St Helens will soon be turning their taps on to even better water supplies thanks to United Utilities.
Cumbria's "Withnail" house sold at last 24 August 2009
The remote Cumbrian farmhouse used in the cult film Withnail & I finally has a new owner.
Full repairs in the pipeline for Liverpool sewer collapse 19 August 2009
United Utilities is progressing well with essential repairs to a collapsed sewer in Liverpool.
Chester set to benefit from sewer improvements 19 August 2009
United Utilities will soon be carrying out improvements to Chester's sewer network.
Everything's gone green at water company 18 August 2009
Cheshire-based water company United Utilities will soon be holding a sustainability fair to encourage employees to be more 'green-minded'.
Wirral water works ongoing 13 August 2009
An ongoing scheme to replace old cast-iron water pipes on Chadwick Street and Hoylake Road in Moreton, Wirral is progressing well thanks to United Utilities.
Liverpool water works in full flow 12 August 2009
An ongoing scheme to replace old cast-iron water pipes on Walton Lane, Liverpool is progressing well thanks to United Utilities.
Lancashire lads take on Himalayan challenge for charity 12 August 2009
Lancashire lads Jon Horsfall and Graham Entwistle are facing the challenge of a lifetime as they gear up to clamber across the Glacial Parang La Pass near Tibet and climb the 20,000 foot Peak Pari Lungbi in aid of charity.
Young offenders give treatment works a makeover 12 August 2009
Young offenders at Thorn Cross Prison in Warrington are getting the opportunity to test out new skills and improve their CVs thanks to United Utilities.
Who will have 'Grand Designs' for Southport pumping station? 11 August 2009
Water firm United Utilities is putting a former pumping station situated in Southport up for sale.
Knutsford sewer improvements in full flow 11 August 2009
Work to improve the reliability of Knutsford's sewer network is in full flow thanks to United Utilities.
Dying to be cool 07 August 2009
North West teenagers are being targeted by a hard-hitting safety campaign.
Water engineers unearth square pipe 05 August 2009
Water engineers have been renewing pipes throughout the four corners of Manchester city centre - but they never expected to unearth a four-cornered pipe!
Work flows on to cut Crewe's water leakage 04 August 2009
A United Utilities project to reduce water leakage in Crewe continues to progress.
Charity hiking team makes a mountain of cash 04 August 2009
A team of mountain-mad computer buffs has scaled new heights in fund-raising after smashing a charity hiking target by £30,000.
Out with the old and in with the new 03 August 2009
United Utilities' £35 million scheme to replace old water mains in Liverpool city centre with new ones continues to progress.
New route for Kendal water main 29 July 2009
Water engineers are piping up for Kendal - by changing the proposed route of a brand new water main to avoid disrupting the town centre.
Roman holiday at an end for Penrith pipeline project 29 July 2009
A huge new sewer project near Penrith has finally got under way almost a year after being stopped in its tracks - by the Romans.
City centre waterworks flow on 28 July 2009
United Utilities will soon be replacing old water pipes in Liverpool with modern plastic ones.
Warrington flood prevention proposals in the pipeline 28 July 2009
United Utilities will soon be holding a public exhibition to outline proposals to prevent sewer flooding in the Great Sankey area of Warrington.
Closure of Warwick Road, Carlisle 23 July 2009
Carlisle's Warwick Road is to be closed to traffic for up to six weeks to allow major sewer work to take place.
Cleaner living for Coniston water life 23 July 2009
A £3 million investment by United Utilities is set to make Coniston Water an even higher quality environment for the animal and plant life that live in it.
Cutting leaks in Crewe: Latest news 23 July 2009
A United Utilities project to reduce water leakage in Crewe will enter its next phase next week.
Power lines banished from West Lakes beauty spots 23 July 2009
Now you see them....soon you won't. Overhead power lines will soon be a thing of the past at two West Lakes beauty spots.
Can Griff Rhys-Jones swim the River Mersey? 22 July 2009
Twenty-five years ago people used to say that if you fell into the River Mersey you'd probably die of poisoning before you had time to drown.
Water leakage improvement work progresses 21 July 2009
A United Utilities project to reduce water leakage in Crewe is progressing well.
Water company is showered with success 21 July 2009
Research into how aerated showerheads can save water and money has won United Utilities an award.
Shock summer warning for North West youngsters 20 July 2009
Fun-loving youngsters are being warned to avoid the shocking consequences of playing too close to overhead power lines this summer.
City centre water work moves on to Clarence Street 20 July 2009
Engineers working on behalf of United Utilities to replace old water pipes in Liverpool city centre will soon be turning their attention to Clarence Street.
Watt's going on in Barrow 20 July 2009
Residents in Barrow might be wondering what's happening to their electricity pylons.
Electricity engineers keep historic railway on track 17 July 2009
Railway buffs are chuffed after a £1.2 million electricity scheme in Eskdale was adjusted to keep trippers on track.
Classroom caution at Crosby Ravensworth 13 July 2009
Youngsters at a tiny Cumbrian school got a lesson in road works safety when engineers joined them in the classroom.
Air medics sky high after Workington safety drive 13 July 2009
Cumbrian life-savers are flying high after a Workington safety drive netted them £1,000.
Marsh is mellow thanks to Solway sewer engineers 13 July 2009
They may not look like your typical pot plant - but these boxes contain some of Cumbria's most precious natural habitat.
Temporary traffic lights power down in Penrith 09 July 2009
Electricity engineers have switched off the power to months of temporary traffic lights in Penrith.
Victoria Place closure to stay in place 09 July 2009
Engineers carrying out Carlisle's huge multi million pound sewer improvement scheme have opted to carry out work in the school holiday period - to try to minimse disruption.
Engineers power up for South Lakes helicopter trial 08 July 2009
Electricity engineers are set to take to the skies as they put top-flight technology through its paces in the south Lakes.
United Utilities scoops top national award 07 July 2009
United Utilities has scooped the top national award for responsible business practice - the coveted Business in the Community (BITC) Company of the Year Award.
Huyton update 07 July 2009
United Utilities has been on site at Huyton since yesterday morning helping with the clean up after a large water pipe burst.
Water way to rehydrate! 30 June 2009
United Utilities' water bar - made famous across the region during last year's multi award-winning 'Tap into Water' campaign - is making its next stop at Warrington's Walking Day event this Friday (July 3).
Upgrade for Pennington reservoir 30 June 2009
A tranquil reservoir near Ulverston is undergoing vital modifications to keep it in tip top shape.
1 trench + 2 mains + 3 companies = less disruption! 29 June 2009
From July 18 United Utilities will begin laying a 2km water main along Sutton Way from the Pooltown Road roundabout to the Chester Road roundabout.
United Utilities comes to lifeboat's rescue 26 June 2009
Thanks to United Utilities and Morgan Utilities, the Southport Independent Lifeboat Station now has access to a new clean water supply.
Wirral water pipes to be replaced 25 June 2009
United Utilities will soon be replacing ageing water pipes in Bebington, Wirral.
Cutting leaks in Crewe 24 June 2009
Improvements to reduce water leakage in Crewe are in the pipeline thanks to United Utilities.
Out with the old pipes and in with the new 24 June 2009
United Utilities will soon be replacing old cast-iron water pipes on Walton Lane, Liverpool with new plastic ones.
Plans in place to beat sewer flooding in Middlewich 23 June 2009
United Utilities will soon be holding a public exhibition to outline proposals to alleviate sewer flooding in Middlewich.
Council gives seal of approval on major pipe scheme 19 June 2009
United Utilities' £7 million scheme to renew an old cast-iron water pipe in Knowsley has been given a seal of approval by Knowsley Borough Council.
Water bosses' plans to reduce bursts in Burscough 17 June 2009
United Utilities will soon be making improvements to an old water pipe running along Red Cat Lane, Burscough.
Questions answered on Warrington flood relief scheme 16 June 2009
United Utilities will be holding two public exhibitions this month to highlight a proposed sewer flooding relief scheme in Great Sankey, Warrington.
Sewer improvements in the pipeline for Knutsford 16 June 2009
United Utilities will soon be carrying out an engineering project to improve the reliability of Knutsford's sewer network.
Road closure needed for sewer pipe repairs 15 June 2009
Pilch Lane East, Huyton will be closed by United Utilities whilst sewer pipe repairs are carried out.
Runcorn residents invited to see sewer scheme plans 15 June 2009
United Utilities will be holding a public meeting on Thursday, June 18 to discuss a flood alleviation scheme which is due to start in Runcorn.
'Poo Power' gets the green light 15 June 2009
First use of biogas to supply UK gas grid
Water improvements in the pipeline for Southport 11 June 2009
United Utilities will soon be carrying out water supply improvements in Southport.
Questions answered on Sandbach sewer scheme 11 June 2009
United Utilities will soon be holding a public exhibition to highlight a multi-million pound sewer improvement scheme in Sandbach.
Lake water improvement plans go on show at Hawkshead 10 June 2009
Water company United Utilities is set to unveil its latest plans to help improve water quality in Cumbria's lakes.
Manchester Road to be closed for essential water work 09 June 2009
Manchester Road, Wilmslow is to be closed this month as United Utilities progresses with a multi-million pound water pipeline project.
United Utilities wets the bed: River gets water after 92-year dry spell 05 June 2009
An ancient Cumbrian river - left dry by water engineers almost 100 years ago - is set to trickle back to life once again.
Collapsed sewer repairs to be completed 05 June 2009
A collapsed sewer on Riverside Drive, Liverpool will soon be fully repaired by United Utilities.
City centre water works continue 04 June 2009
The latest phase of United Utilities' £35 million scheme designed to improve water supplies feeding businesses in Liverpool city centre will soon be under way.
IT buffs make mountains out of mousemats 29 May 2009
A TEAM of computer buffs are hoping to put the IT into intrepid for a marathon mountain top trek in aid of some of the world's poorest communities.
Sewer workers get soccer club on the right track 29 May 2009
Road works might be a motorist's worst nightmare, but for one Carlisle football club they're a dream come true.
Warrington's water revitalised 29 May 2009
Warrington town centre's water mains - laid by the Victorians more than 100 years ago - are being given a facelift for the 21st century.
Business as usual for Carlisle traders 26 May 2009
Shoppers are being reminded that it's business as usual for traders in part of Carlisle.
Wirral water pipes to be replaced 21 May 2009
Old water pipes in Wirral are the latest to be replaced with modern plastic ones thanks to United Utilities.
Further investigations needed for flooding prevention scheme 21 May 2009
United Utilities is carrying out further site investigation work in Middlewich as part of a sewer flooding prevention scheme.
Water way to rehydrate 20 May 2009
United Utilities' water bar - made famous across the region during last year's multi award-winning 'Tap into Water' campaign - is making its next stop this Bank Holiday weekend.
Closure of Tait Street, Carlisle: change to car park access 19 May 2009
Drivers using two Carlisle city centre car parks will need to use a new temporary entrance from May 24.
Pole position is the key to beauty spot makeovers 18 May 2009
More and more power lines across Cumbria are going to earth as engineers continue their quest to improve some of the region's prettiest views.
Road closures needed for essential water work 15 May 2009
Roads in Runcorn will need to be closed as United Utilities progresses with a multi-million pound water pipe replacement project.
Three Appleby villages to get mains sewerage 08 May 2009
Villagers near Appleby could soon have access to mains sewerage for the first time under plans being unveiled by United Utilities.
Waste companies urged to stay within the law 07 May 2009
United Utilities is reminding businesses to stick to agreed limits regarding trade effluent consent after a Warrington business was fined £5,500 for breaking the law.
Four new holes for Glebe golf course 07 May 2009
Visitors and residents in Bowness on Windermere might notice some intriguing equipment at the Glebe next week.
Cleaner living for Eden water life 06 May 2009
A £2 million investment by United Utilities is set to make the River Eden an even nicer environment for the creatures that live in it.
Mains sewerage on the cards for Aikton, Cumbria 06 May 2009
Villagers near Carlisle could soon have access to mains sewerage for the first time under plans being unveiled by United Utilities.
Warning on bogus water workers 06 May 2009
Families in Warrington and Halton are being warned by United Utilities to be on their guard against bogus callers posing as employees from the 'water board'.
Audlem's sewer network to be improved 06 May 2009
United Utilities will soon be carrying out work to improve the reliability of Audlem's sewer network.
Science Meets the Eye - visitors vote for favourite image 05 May 2009
A dramatic photograph of a helicopter spreading seed and fertiliser over a snow-covered Ashway Gap in the Peak District has won top prize in a competition aimed at celebrating moorland restoration in the area.
Water supply improvements in the pipeline 05 May 2009
Cheshire-based water firm United Utilities is embarking on a multi-million pound project to improve water supplies in the Knutsford and Rostherne areas of the county.
Flooding relief to Mab Lane on the way 01 May 2009
Essential work to relieve sewer flooding in Mab Lane, West Derby will soon get under way thanks to United Utilities.
Don't dig up trouble this bank holiday 01 May 2009
Safety experts are issuing some timely advice to bank holiday gardeners this Spring.
Update: Water works on Renshaw Street, Liverpool 30 April 2009
United Utilities will be completing water mains improvement work on Renshaw Street, Liverpool this week.
New water main for Wirral 29 April 2009
Wirral residents are being invited to Moreton Cross to hear more about work United Utilities is carrying out to improve their water supply.
Moorhouse sewer project is going to plan, say engineers 29 April 2009
A road closure in Moorhouse, near Carlisle, is on schedule to be lifted in the first week of June.
Update on power work in Penrith 29 April 2009
Penrith's Princes Street will re-open to traffic today (April 29) following cabling works linked to a major electricity scheme.
Removal of traffic lights on Warwick Road, Carlisle 24 April 2009
Temporary traffic lights on Carlisle's busy Warwick Road are to be removed from late Monday April 27.
Disabled anglers get platform for success 23 April 2009
Disabled fishermen are game for success - thanks to a new wheelchair platform at one of the south Lakes' prettiest reservoirs.
Knowsley and Liverpool water pipe scheme is progressing well 20 April 2009
United Utilities' £7 million investment programme to renew an old cast-iron water pipe in Knowsley and Liverpool is progressing well.
Water pipe replacement in the works 17 April 2009
United Utilities will be replacing old water pipes in Liverpool next week.
New water improvements for Old Hall Street 09 April 2009
United Utilities will soon be replacing an old water pipe on Old Hall Street, Liverpool with a modern plastic one.
United Utilities update: Water pipe work in Leighton 07 April 2009
United Utilities engineers will soon be working outside Leighton Hospital in Crewe as part of an ongoing scheme to improve water supplies in the area.
United Utilities update: Water supply improvement scheme in Stockton Heath 01 April 2009
United Utilities is returning to Red Lane and Belvoir Road in Stockton Heath to complete the next section of the water firm's ongoing water supply improvement scheme.
Roadworks needed for water pipe improvements 30 March 2009
United Utilities will be carrying out essential water pipe improvement work on Spencer Street, Liverpool at the end of this week.
In the pink 25 March 2009
A United Utilities employee is in the pink after winning Breakthrough Breast Cancer's 'Fundraiser of the Year' award.
A newer sewer for Crewe 20 March 2009
United Utilities is carrying out sewer improvements in Crewe next week.
Improvements in the pipeline for Wilmslow's and Alderley Edge's water 17 March 2009
Cheshire-based water firm United Utilities is embarking on a multi-million pound project to improve water supplies in the Wilmslow and Alderley Edge areas of the county.
Sowing the seeds of education 27 February 2009
United Utilities has donated £2,500 to the Cheshire Wildlife Trust to help teach local schoolchildren about the importance of tree planting.
Mab Lane residents invited to see flood relief plans 24 February 2009
A United Utilities-led scheme which will help prevent sewer flooding affecting residents in West Derby will soon be unveiled at a public exhibition.
Leaky pipe? Use divine intervention, says Steve 23 February 2009
When it comes to fixing water pipes, Steve Robinson has a divine gift.
Runcorn sewer flooding relief plans to be unveiled 19 February 2009
A United Utilities-led scheme which will help prevent sewer flooding affecting residents in Runcorn will soon be unveiled at a public exhibition.
Liverpool water scheme moves on to Berry Street 19 February 2009
United Utilities' £35 million water mains replacement scheme will soon be moving on to Berry Street.
Carlisle update - water supply restored 16 February 2009
Update on burst water main
Traffic disruption in the pipeline for water supply improvements 02 February 2009
Motorists in Stockton Heath are being advised to expect more traffic disruption as United Utilities continues its ongoing water supply improvement scheme.
Water and power do mix 30 January 2009
United Utilities is taking the opportunity to carry out some improvement work to the electricity network while water mains are being refurbished on Great Ancoats Street in Manchester.
Essential improvements for Litherland water pipe 29 January 2009
United Utilities will soon be replacing a length of a 24-inch cast-iron water main as part of its £2.9 billion water quality and environmental improvement programme for 2005-2010.
United Utilities Interim Management Statement 28 January 2009
United Utilities today issues a trading update for the period from 1 October 2008 to 27 January 2009. Current trading is in line with the group's expectations.
Congleton children scoop coveted green award 28 January 2009
When it comes to acting green, pupils at Havannah Primary School in Congleton could teach us all a thing or two.
1,000 South Lakes homes switch on to better power supply 28 January 2009
More than 1,000 customers in South Lakeland are set for a £750,000 boost to their electricity supplies, vastly reducing the likelihood of power interruptions.
Village near Bootle to get mains sewerage for the first time 27 January 2009
Villagers near Bootle are set to get access to mains sewerage for the first time - thanks to a major new project by United Utilities.
Contractor appointed for north west's £125 million water pipeline 26 January 2009
Plans for a groundbreaking £125 million Liverpool-Manchester water pipeline have moved a step closer, with the appointment of the lead contractor for the project.
Piping up for Grange over Sands 23 January 2009
Residents in Grange over Sands are set for improvements to their water supply.
Road closure needed for water supply improvements 23 January 2009
Belvoir Road in Stockton Heath will soon be closed by United Utilities as part of the water firm's ongoing water supply improvement scheme.
Going underground: Lake District view improved by removal of overhead wires 22 January 2009
Now you see them....soon you won't. Overhead power lines will soon be a thing of the past at one Lake District beauty spot.
New pipes for old in Penwortham 22 January 2009
United Utilities engineers will be going underground at Pope Lane in Penwortham from next week (Monday, 26 January) to improve water supplies for local people.
Maryport £1.6m sewer scheme enters next phase 22 January 2009
Engineers upgrading Maryport's sewer network are getting ready for the critical next stage.
Work steams ahead on Worsley Road sewer 22 January 2009
United Utilities engineers are making good progress with the sewer repair work on Worsley Road in Salford.
A festive 'thank you' to Runcorn residents 19 January 2009
A United Utilities Project Engineer is thanking Runcorn residents for their patience when a multi-million pound water mains replacement scheme caused disruption over the festive season.
'Natural' playground lets children's imaginations soar 16 January 2009
A groundbreaking 'natural' playground is to set to bring wonder to break time at Rochdale's Newhey Community Primary School.
For sale: iconic piece of British cinematic history 16 January 2009
A remote Cumbrian farmhouse - made famous in the cult 1986 film Withnail & I - is to be sold at auction.
Making Knuzden a hole lot better 16 January 2009
After six months of digging, water giant United Utilities is putting the lid on Blackburn's biggest ever hole.
Suspected copper raid ends in tragedy 16 January 2009
A man was found dead near Radcliffe after a suspected attempt to cut down power lines.
Road closure needed for essential sewer work 16 January 2009
United Utilities will be closing Moss Road, Congleton to all through traffic as a part of its ongoing £1.5 million scheme to tackle sewer flooding problems.
Water supply improvements in the pipeline for Prescot Street 16 January 2009
Residents of Prescot Street will soon be reaping the benefits of an improved water supply thanks to United Utilities.
Power cut in Manchester 13 January 2009
36,800 properties in Greater Manchester were without power this morning, following a fault on an overhead power line.
Power Cut in Manchester Update 13 January 2009
Power supplies have been restored to all 36,800 properties in Greater Manchester that were without power this morning, following a fault on an overhead power line.
Ambleside village to get mains sewerage for the first time 13 January 2009
Villagers near Ambleside are set to get access to mains sewerage for the first time - thanks to a major new project by United Utilities.
Everything's gone green at United Utilities 12 January 2009
Warrington-based water firm United Utilities is urging its employees to 'go green' as part of an environmentally-friendly travel scheme
High tech "surgery" for Barrow's Victorian sewers 12 January 2009
Engineers are taking a leaf from medical textbooks to perform keyhole surgery on Barrow's sewers.
More improvements in the pipeline for Congleton 12 January 2009
United Utilities will be replacing old water pipes in Fence Lane, Congleton with modern plastic ones.
Visitor centre has the answers about city roadworks 11 January 2009
As vital water mains replacement work hits some of Manchester's main traffic routes, United Utilities has opened a visitor centre for locals to drop in.
Sewer improvements in the pipeline for Rainford 09 January 2009
Improvements to sewers in Rainford will soon get under way thanks to United Utilities.
Tackling sewer flooding in Carlisle 09 January 2009
£20 million upgrade for Carlisle's sewer network
Green dream for Cheshire schools 09 January 2009
Fourteen schools across Cheshire are taking on an exciting year-long eco-challenge, to become greener, leaner and cleaner for 2009.
Multi-million pound scheme flows on in city centre 09 January 2009
A £35 million scheme by United Utilities to improve water supplies for shops and businesses in Liverpool continues to progress.
Two Carlisle villages get access to mains sewerage for the first time 09 January 2009
Householders in two Carlisle villages are set to get access to mains sewerage for the first time - thanks to major new projects by United Utilities.
Parts of Wirral water supplies to be shut off tonight - January 7, 2009 07 January 2009
Water supplies to approximately 9,000 properties across the Rock Ferry, New Ferry and Higher Tranmere areas of Wirral will have to be shut off this evening.
Maryport £1.6m sewer scheme enters next phase 07 January 2009
Engineers upgrading Maryport's sewer network are getting ready for the critical next stage.
Water firm urges care during the big freeze 06 January 2009
With plunging temperatures in many parts of the North West, some as low as -7, United Utilities is urging people to take care of themselves, their homes and their water supplies.

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