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Poem looks to change the way the Woodchurch is viewed
Children in one part of Wirral that “gets so much stick” want to change the way people look at their area. Children at Fender Primary School on the Woodchurch estate…
Man's 19-word message to judge as he's locked up after 'going on rampage'
The prolific burglar returned to his old ways after pleading not to be freed from jail
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Man arrested following report of indecent exposure in Tranmere
A man was arrested on Tuesday, 1 April, following a reported indecent exposure in Tranmere. Merseyside Police received a report at around 11.30am that a man had indecently exposed himself…
Strong spring tides create a busy Mother’s Day weekend for West Kirby RNLI
Members of the public spotted kite surfers in potential difficulty, prompting the second callout in just over 24 hours for West Kirby RNLI volunteers. On Sunday, 30 March, multiple members…
Care home provider confirmed after city steps in
Liverpool Council has appointed a long-term nursing provider for two care homes it stepped in to save last summer after the regional NHS operator said it could not offer permanent…
Liverpool man jailed for indecent exposure and possessing child sexual abuse images
A Liverpool man has been jailed for indecently exposing himself to a young girl and possessing hundreds of child sexual abuse images. Robert Swaine, 31 years, of Prospect Vale in…
Liverpool and Dublin reignite twin city agreement
Liverpool and Dublin have begun the process of reinvigorating their twinning agreement. A sister city arrangement was signed back in 1997 as a mark of the long and shared history…
Triumph over adversity: Wirral doctor tackles Ironman challenge
A consultant at Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH), is preparing to take on one of the world’s toughest endurance challenges—her first-ever Ironman Triathlon. This remarkable endeavour comes on the heels…
New Greek restaurant opens on Castle Street
Zeus Taverna opens its doors on Thursday, 3 April, on the bustling foodie street that is Castle Street, in the heart of Liverpool City Centre. Promising a world inspired by…
South Wirral High School joins The Challenge Academy Trust
South Wirral High School has confirmed that it has formally joined The Challenge Academy Trust (TCAT), following a two-year period of preparation and consultation. The Eastham-based secondary school began discussions…
Free Easter holiday camp at Prenton Rugby Club
A free Easter holiday camp for children is taking place at Prenton Rugby Club. Running from Tuesday, 15 April, there will be a range of fun and engaging activities —…
Chester hotel plan approved
Plans to convert an historic building in Chester into a boutique hotel and spa have been given the green light. Planners at Cheshire West and Chester have rubber-stamped an application…
Birkenhead man sentenced for stalking Strictly Come Dancing judge
A Birkenhead man has been sentenced for stalking and harassing Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas. Kyle Shaw, 37, of Whetstone Lane, Birkenhead, began contacting relatives of the former dancer…
Eurovision All Stars for Sahir: A night of music and support in Liverpool
Liverpool’s LGBTQ+ community invites everyone to come together for Eurovision All Stars for Sahir—a spectacular, one-night-only extravaganza filled with iconic Eurovision anthems, breathtaking performances, and an electric atmosphere, all in…
Arrest after man seen with machete in Birkenhead
A teenager was arrested following reports a man was seen holding a machete in Birkenhead town centre on Monday, 31 March. Merseyside Police said a report was received at 12.55pm…
Man with machete seen 'running through shopping centre'
One woman said she was in a nail salon when she heard "a lot of commotion"
Wirral’s brownfield-only Local Plan approved
Wirral is expected to see at least 14,000 homes built over the next 15 years after its local authority gave the final sign-off. The Local Plan, which has been in…
Liverpool Council seizes record number of illegal goods
Over 30,000 illicit goods have been removed from a wholesaler in Liverpool City Council’s biggest seizure of a single premises to date. Working with Merseyside Police, the Council’s Public Protection…
Man stalked BBC Strictly's Shirley Ballas for years after developing bizarre theory
Kyle Shaw even followed the Strictly Come Dancing star's elderly mother around a Wirral supermarket