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Former Liverpool BTP officer would have been dismissed
A gross misconduct hearing has found that a former British Transport Police (BTP) officer would have been dismissed from the Force had he still been serving. Former PC Andrew Forster,…
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Next of kin appeal – Francis Moore
Can you help trace the next-of-kin of a person from Wirral who has passed away? The Coroner’s Office is appealing for help to trace the family of 61-year-old Francis Moore…
Public consultation launched on Liverpool’s Paddington South masterplan
Liverpool City Council, in partnership with the University of Liverpool, will begin a major public consultation on Paddington South, one of the city’s most significant future innovation and public realm…
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HandCrafted Market launches monthly outdoor market in West Kirby
The HandCrafted Market – West Kirby returns for 2026 with a bold outdoor launch that will turn the town orange, and shoppers are invited to join in. Orange gazebos will…
Housebuilder and detectorists donate artefacts to Museum of Liverpool
Persimmon Homes North West has donated two artefacts discovered on its land to the Museum of Liverpool. The artefacts, a medieval silver brooch and a post-medieval gold ring (pictured), were…
Letters to the Editor: Rethink Peak Cluster route
Dear Editor, There is no question that carbon capture is an essential entity; it is the route chosen that doesn’t make sense. The Wirral is a narrow peninsula known as…
Training sessions to ensure neuroinclusive workplaces across Merseyside
Bespoke training sessions will be available for businesses across Merseyside to ensure neuroinclusive workplaces. The Salvation Army, which works with neurodivergent young adults every day will run the bespoke training…
Anselmians secure convincing win over Wirral
Round 19 saw eighth-placed Wirral visit Eastham for the return fixture, with Saints looking to repeat their impressive 62–22 away victory earlier in the season. With several injuries forcing changes,…
Wallasey Amateur Boxing Club celebrates funding boost
A boxing club in Leasowe has secured a £6,000 donation from Persimmon Homes North West after applying for funding through the housebuilder’s Community Champions initiative. The funding will be put…
Liverpool duo to cycle 1,000 miles with ukulele to raise money for ME/CFS charity
Liverpool couple, Fliss (66) and Rob (65) Shepley, are planning to cycle 1,000 miles from Land’s End to John O’Groats with a ukulele, to raise funds for The ME Association,…
Wirral artists to open their private studios for a peninsula-wide creative trail
An old fire station in Port Sunlight, a room in a former New Brighton greengrocer’s, and a Georgian town house in Hamilton Square are just a few of the exciting…
‘I watched smoking take my family and I didn’t want to be next’
A Sefton grandmother who lost multiple family members to smoking-related illness is sharing her story ahead of No Smoking Day (11 March), as landmark legislation to create the first smokefree generation reaches…
Claire House hospice confirms West Derby site expansion plans
A Merseyside children’s hospice has launched plans to extend its Liverpool site to provide a full-time care service. In 2018, Claire House Hospice acquired the former Carmelite Monastery site in…
One of city’s tallest buildings completes official opening
One of Liverpool’s tallest buildings overlooking the River Mersey is now welcoming homeowners into its 278-home development. Work completed on Lighthaus, a brand-new 31-storey build-to-rent tower at Princes Dock in…
Birkenhead author features in new anthology about working class writing experience
Birkenhead author Cath Holland has contributed an essay to the newly published anthology Bread Alone, released this week by Indie Novella. The collection explores social class and writing, highlighting the…
Birkenhead doctor one of six accused over DVLA medicals carried out in the back of a van
Wirral doctor Ronald James is one of six people accused of putting "profit before safety" at Doctors on Wheels
Wirral History Fair returns bigger than ever
The 2026 Wirral History Fair this March will be even bigger and better than last year’s very successful event and is the largest in the North West region. Organised by…
Songwriting duo release album recorded two decades ago
Two musicians whose partnership began by chance 25 years ago have reunited in 2026 after following very different paths through the music industry. Songwriter and producer Chris Braide from Warrington…
Wirral Housing Association shortlisted for Resident Engagement at AICO Community Awards
A Wirral-based Housing Association has been shortlisted for its work in Resident Engagement at this year’s AICO Community Awards. The nomination recognises the work of Magenta Living’s involved customers that form the Magenta Customer and Communities Committee, known as MCCC. …
Bliss Comedy returns with its first gig of 2026
After three sell-out gigs at Liberty Bell Coffee in Birkenhead and two open mic nights at Indigo Cafe in Rock Ferry during 2025, Bliss Comedy is returning for its first…