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Why people love Birkenhead Park
Wirral’s Birkenhead Park may be the inspiration for New York’s famous Central Park, but there’s a fair chance more people from Liverpool have visited the park on the other side…
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Liverpool’s Old Dock ranks among top 10% of must-see attractions worldwide
Liverpool’s historic Old Dock, hidden beneath Liverpool Oneshopping centre, has been positioned in the top 10% of must-see attractions worldwide, thanks to the success of its popular visitor tours. Visitors…
New Ferry public realm proposals to be considered by committee
Councillors are set to consider proposals for a highways and public realm improvement scheme in New Ferry when the Environment, Climate Emergency and Transport Committee meets on 8 July. The…
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Liverpool teen’s medicine fight reaches PM
A Liverpool nan said she was overcome with emotion to hear the Prime Minister addressing her grandson’s ongoing battle to secure vital medicines for his life-limiting condition. Jake McGregor-How, 16,…
Man up to his chest in water rescued from sandbank off Leasowe coast
On Wednesday, 1 July, the Wirral Coastguard Rescue Team was tasked to reports of a male cut off by the incoming tide on a sandbank at Leasowe. Coastguard Rescue Officers…
Liverpool man jailed for nearly 6 years for firearms offences
A man has been jailed for five years and 10 months for firearms and Class A and B drugs offences. Daniel Estridge, 43, of Falkner Street in Toxteth, pleaded guilty…
Prestigious award for brave New Brighton teen
Anthony Halliday, brother of Daniel Halliday, received two medals for bravery at a recent award ceremony on Merseyside. On 30 June 2024, Daniel Halliday was with two others, including his…
Anfield lost out on ‘global act’ over gig rules
Anfield lost out on a “global act” owing to rules around when the stadium can host major concerts, officials have claimed. Liverpool Football Club lodged a planning application with the…
Free food, live music and family fun at Ilchester Park ‘Block Party’
A free family fun day is coming to Ilchester Park in Birkenhead next week to celebrate six years of Cradle to Career in North Birkenhead. Hosted by charity Right to…
City takeaway faces planning row
Late-night plans for a Syrian restaurant in the heart of L8 have put it on a collision course with Liverpool Council. A bid has been lodged by Taj restaurant on…
Statement on future of historic Merseyside shipyard after new defence plan confirmed
Balaena Birkenhead, formerly known as Cammell Laird, say the government's Defence Investment Plan is an opportunity for growth
Work starts on 90 new homes at Wirral Waters
Construction has officially started on the next phase of homes at Wirral Waters, marking another significant milestone in the transformation of the Northbank neighbourhood. Peel Waters, alongside joint venture partners…
Charlotte’s Brightside Charity in New Brighton ‘delighted’ with £8,500 donation
Charlotte’s Brightside, a community centre offering activities and support to local people in New Brighton, has received a donation of £8,500 from the Morrisons Foundation. The support from the charitable…
Teenager charged following violent robbery in Litherland
A teenage boy has been charged after a robbery at Pennington Road Footbridge in Litherland. At around 7.50pm on Monday, 29 June, a man was followed by a group of…
The woman leading a sewing revolution in Liverpool
What started as a way to build a small community of sewing enthusiasts has grown into the largest independent sewing academy in the UK in just 18 months. Charmingo Sews…
Batman film crew spotted near Birkenhead tunnel
Film crews thought to be linked to the much-anticipated Batman sequel appear to have returned to Merseyside. The old entrance to the Birkenhead tunnel on Rendel Street was covered by…
Stabbed teenager told man who found him 'I love you, bro'
A man had been walking home from a night out when he found the teenager with serous wounds to his hand, stomach and thigh
Man jailed after thousands of MDMA tablets found in car on M62
A man has been jailed after a search of a car on the M62 revealed Class A drugs and M-cat worth between £71,780 and £143,560. Darren McDonell, aged 41, of…
Family fun run in Birkenhead Park raises funds for Claire House
Birkenhead Park was alive with colour and activity as families came together for the Claire Bear 3k. The event on Sunday, 21 June, saw over 500 people enjoying bubbles, food…
Major step forward for Pall Mall contractor appointed
Liverpool’s flagship Pall Mall development has taken a major step forward, with Liverpool City Council and Kier Property selecting VINCI Construction as the design and build partner, following a two-stage…