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Warrington retailers and community serve meals to vulnerable locals through Langar

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Nisa retailers and the local community came together to serve hot meals to vulnerable individuals in Warrington, exemplifying the spirit of Langar—a centuries-old Sikh tradition symbolising equality, humility, and service. The event, held at the Guru Nanak Gurdwara, saw independent retailers Mike Sohal from Dallam…

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