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What a night with the YMCA revealed about Wirral’s homelessness situation
As most people are winding down for the night and getting ready for bed, people are heading out into the dark every day with torches. These people make up the…
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Prog rock legends Yes set for Liverpool show
Progressive rock legends, Yes, recently returned from the USA where they performed 31 shows on their Fragile Tour across the country. They hit the road in the UK once more for a nine-date trek across the country including at…
Drone photos show demolition of Woodchurch Leisure Centre
New photos reveal the inside of a much-loved leisure centre as the building is demolished. After years of the building lying derelict, people are sad to see it go. The…
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Cocaine gang jailed after offering discount to celebrate release of Premier League footballer’s kidnapped father
Members of a 24/7 drugs supply gang who offered a special discount on cocaine to mark the release of a Premier League footballer’s kidnapped father have been jailed for more…
Rockpoint Records launches new open mic night with a twist
New Brighton’s vibrant venue, Rockpoint Records, is shaking up the local live scene with the launch of a fresh, first-of-its-kind open mic night designed specifically to champion original music. The…
Liverpool Council decision due on major 255 apartment tower
A decision is to be made on plans for a new 28-storey tower that will kickstart a £1bn project to transform Liverpool’s waterfront skyline. Should members of the city council…
Next of kin appeal – Gerrard Doyle
Can you help trace the next-of-kin of a person from Wirral who has passed away? 55-year-old Gerrard Doyle sadly died at his home address on Rock Lane West on Monday,…
Work starts on new Sainsbury’s at Wirral Waters
Building work on a new Sainsbury’s has started, bringing the first supermarket to Wirral Waters. The new store is expected to open this summer. The new supermarket is being built…
Man arrested and HGV seized in Environment Agency raid in Liverpool
A joint operation at an illegal waste site in Liverpool has led to an arrest and the seizure of a heavy goods vehicle (HGV). As part of an ongoing investigation…
Council leader says Wirral is not close to bankruptcy
The leader of Wirral Council has said that she does not think it is close to bankruptcy. This is despite warnings this is likely with further government support and the…
£165,000 fund open to help communities cut waste and boost reuse and recycling
Community organisations across the Liverpool City Region are being invited to apply for a share of £165,000 to deliver projects that reduce waste and support a more sustainable future. The…
Chester and Wirral Football League round up, 7 February 2026
The weekend’s action kicked off on Friday night in the CWFL Doug Johnson Shield, where Birkenhead Vets secured a 4-2 victory over Upton JFC Vets. Kevin Oats led the way with a brace, while Ricci…
Ye Cracke extension plans get go-ahead
The conversion of a former storeroom into a drinking area at one of Liverpool’s most historic pubs will go ahead amid a series of concerns from neighbours. Ye Cracke has…
How authorities cracked down on illegal vapes in Wirral
Five pounds spent in a shop, anonymous tip-offs, and inspection of bathroom mirrors and secret magnetic containers are just some of the ways authorities have cracked down on illegal activity…
More cash needed to fund Chinatown revamp
Additional funding is required to enable works on a long-neglected site in Liverpool’s Chinatown area after the city council acquired the land. In December 2024, after years of wrangling, Liverpool…
Wirral Council will keep parking charges ‘under review’
Wirral’s council leader said the local authority will keep a controversial parking charges policy “under review”. Councillors are expected to make a decision on whether to scrap free parking in…
Liverpool woman’s shock as car ploughs through garden wall
A woman leapt out of bed and shouted, “It’s our bloody wall!” after finding a car had smashed through into her garden. Jan Broadfoot was in bed just after 2.30am…
Disabled EFC fans ‘could hand back season tickets’
Evertonians with disabilities have said they are considering handing in their season tickets to the club’s new stadium as they find it more difficult to get to matches. It’s been…
Wallasey and District Sunday Football League round-up, 8 February 2026
Yet another weather-affected programme saw only three fixtures take place due to waterlogged grounds. Shore Villa Argyle reached the final of the Dutchman Cup as they defeated New Brighton Town…
Borough Yard scheme moves ahead
Plans for a major regeneration scheme in Birkenhead have taken another step forward after two further agreements were signed to help unlock a development expected to deliver more than 1,500…