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Aigburth man jailed after assaulting shop staff over refusal to sell a single cigarette
A man has been jailed for assaulting two shop assistants in Netherton last year. Andrew Kelley, 48 years, pleaded guilty to Section 18 Grievous Bodily Harm with Intent, Section 47…
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Arrest after man threatened shop worker with knife
A man has been arrested following an incident in Old Swan on Friday, 25 April. At around midday, Merseyside Police received a report of a man who threatened a shop…
Tennessee Government honours Prenton-born producer for global impact in music and mental health
Daniel Xander Roberts, a music consultant, producer, and creative director originally from Prenton, has been formally recognised by the State of Tennessee for his visionary leadership of The Road to Memphis—a groundbreaking cultural…
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Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet Liverpool dates extended due to demand
Liverpool art fans will have more time to enjoy this summer’s Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet with the immersive experiences today announcing they are extending their run. The unmissable…
Letters to the Editor: There is no Earth 2
Dear Editor, There are foolish people existing who fail to recognise that nature is our mother. She nurtured us and gives all life. Her bounty is what feeds and provides…
Liverpool’s The Brink Dry Bar & Cafe to extend opening hours
National charity The Forward Trust, in partnership with Liverpool City Council, has announced the extended opening hours of The Brink Café, a unique and inclusive venue in the heart of…
Birkenhead Market contractor looks to appoint local suppliers
As work moves forward at Birkenhead Market’s new home at 1 Princes Pavement, contractor Seddon is inviting local businesses to apply for contracts to support the delivery of the project. …
Western Ferries announces APCL Cammell Laird as preferred bidder for new vessels
Gordon Ross, Managing Director of Western Ferries, has announced APCL Cammell Laird as the preferred bidder of a multi-million pound contract for two new vehicle and passenger ferries for its…
Kiki Dee set for Heswall date
Mention the name Kiki Dee and people will say “Ooh yes, Elton John“ – harking back to their huge international hit of Summer ’76. And indeed, she and the Rocketman…
MISSING: Family issue further image of missing New Ferry man
The family of missing Wirral man, Andrew Murphy, say they are desperate to find him as officers continue to investigate his disappearance. Police are becoming increasingly concerned for the 47-year-old,…
Males sought following cash box robbery at Iceland
Officers are appealing for information following a robbery on Prescot Road on Friday, 25 April. At around 9.30am, officers were called to Iceland on Prescot Road to reports of a…
Former New Brighton Wetherspoons could reopen this summer
A former Wetherspoons in New Brighton could reopen this summer, more than three years after it closed. Its current owners are looking to rent the site out for at least…
Limitless open new café on Dale Street
Liverpool’s multi-award winning gym, Limitless Lifestyle Community, is opening its new protein cafe on Dale Street — aiming to bring new, healthy, high-protein alternatives that taste great. The cafe is…
Former Liscard community centre demolished
A former community centre in Liscard has been demolished as part of plans to build around 100 homes in the area. The demolition was hailed as a milestone for Wirral…
Get your steps in with the Wirral Walking Festival 2025
With silent disco walks, history tours, and art in nature rambles, there’s something for everyone to enjoy… Wirral residents are sure to have a spring in their step as they…
Three charged in connection with shooting in Wallasey
Police have charged three people with firearms offences following an injury shooting in Wallasey last year. On Saturday, 29 June 2024, a 33-year-old man from Sheffield was shot in the…
Darts tournament hits bullseye raising over £4,000 for Hoylake RNLI
A darts tournament held in memory of a much-missed figure in the Hoylake community has raised thousands of pounds for the local Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). Barry Collister sadly…
‘First’ and ‘Last’ London Marathon challenge for family duo
The man behind Liverpool’s most iconic race events – including Liverpool Half Marathon and Liverpool Santa Dash – is swapping organising to pull on his own running shoes to take…
Birkenhead short film selected for Cannes
Wonderwall—a short film, shot in Birkenhead with local actors—has been selected for the Cannes Film Festival, in competition as part of the Sermaine de la Critique section (Critics’ Week). The year…
MP brings Fender Primary School headteacher to Downing Street for St George’s Day
On 22 April, Fender Primary School headteacher Charles Hewitt visited Downing Street for the Prime Minister’s St George’s Day Reception, having been invited by Matthew Patrick, MP for Wirral West. …