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MISSING: 28-year-old Birkenhead man
Police are appealing for help to find missing Birkenhead man, George Heath. George, 28, was last seen on Friday, 5 June, and enquiries are ongoing to find him. He is…
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Wirral Hospital recognised for transforming hip and knee replacement care
A service at Wirral University Teaching Hospital has been highly commended in a national award for its digital innovation for helping patients undergoing hip and knee surgery. The organisation’s Supported…
Liscard councillors welcome plan to demolish Dominick House
Liscard’s Labour councillors Graeme Cooper, Janette Williamson, and James Laing, have welcomed a planning application to demolish the derelict Dominick House office block, which has become a dangerous eyesore at…
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Work to start on upgrades for Wavertree High Street
A series of improvement works on Wavertree High Street and Picton Road are set to begin next month, bringing a better travel experience on a key Liverpool route. The works mark the…
Floral Pavilion unveils sparkling summer season
Summer has arrived at the Floral Pavilion – and with it, a sparkling new season brochure packed with standout productions, big-name performers, and unforgettable experiences for every taste. Among the…
Long drawn out Tuebrook leisure centre upgrades could finally be over
After years of waiting and campaigning, swimmers in Tuebrook may finally get to use their community pool again. For almost six years, those hoping to take a dip at Peter…
Woodchurch Road Academy pupils take learning beyond the classroom in Madrid
Twenty-three Year 6 pupils from Woodchurch Road Academy travelled to Madrid in May as part of a Turing Scheme-funded international expedition designed to bring learning beyond the classroom and into…
Man sought following sexual assault in Litherland
Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who may have information that could assist with their enquiries following a sexual assault in Litherland. At around 7pm on Saturday, 23…
Merseyside partners unite to break the cycle of violence
More than 200 professionals from across Merseyside came together on Wednesday, 10 June, to drive forward the next phase in tackling serious violence – turning years of evidence and insight into…
Wallasey Yacht Club invites public to discover historic Seabird sailing tradition
Wallasey Yacht Club is opening its doors to the public in a bid to inspire a new generation of sailors and help preserve one of Britain’s oldest racing yacht classes.…
Two Bactrian camel calves born at Knowsley Safari
Knowsley Safari has welcomed the arrival of two adorable Bactrian camel calves. Proud Bactrian camel mum Patricia has welcomed George, joining fellow mum Willow and her new calf, Gilbert, in what’s fast-becoming the ‘camel crèche’ on Knowsley’s 5-mile Safari…
New owners for Birkenhead’s Cammell Laird shipyard
Balaena, the maritime engineering and shipbuilding group that owns the historic dry dock and dockyard facility in Gibraltar, Gibdock, and a shipyard in Padstow in Cornwall, today announced the acquisition…
£30m plan to make city ‘spongier’
A multi-million pound plan has been unveiled in a bid to make Liverpool a more “spongy” city. With extreme rainfall becoming more frequent, United Utilities is investing £30m to manage…
Wirral teenager launches horror film project to showcase local young talent
A 19-year-old filmmaker from Wirral is bringing together a cast and crew of local young people to create an independent horror short film that aims to shine a spotlight on…
ANPR parking cameras to be installed at Wirral University Teaching Hospital sites
A new parking system is to be introduced for patients and visitors at Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH). Automatic Number Plate Recognition cameras will be placed on visitor and staff…
New city Irish pub aims to quell dance floor fears
Operators of a new pub in Liverpool city centre have vowed to offer a “traditional Irish” experience as it adds to its growing portfolio. The Castle Moat House building on…
Suspect sought following car fire in Seacombe
Detectives are appealing for information as part of an ongoing investigation into an arson in Wallasey last month. At around 10.15pm on Monday, 4 May, it was reported that a…
He claimed he'd 'run the streets since he was 10' but was left crying in court
The teenager marched two men to a cash machine at knifepoint before one victim made the mistake of showing his bank balance to his attacker
Hickory’s moves to calm fears over Gateacre pub
A major restaurant chain opening its first Liverpool branch has moved to cool concerns over its move into a former village pub site. Earlier this year, it was announced that…
Wirral community groups set to benefit from collective Lottery bid
A partnership of local community organisations, supported by Wirral Council, has successfully bid for National Lottery funding of nearly £1.6m to deliver projects in the borough over the next three…