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Liverpool City Region set to become global powerhouse in new front for fighting disease
Liverpool City Region is set to become a global powerhouse in a new front to tackle deadly diseases and improve wellbeing. More than £1m of Life Sciences Innovation Zone funding…
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Teenagers arrested after bikes seen 'weaving in and out of traffic'
A 19-year-old man and a 15-year-old were arrested on suspicion of a string of offences
Two arrests after motorbike ridden dangerously in Birkenhead
Two males have been arrested following reports that motorbikes were ridden dangerously in Birkenhead town centre. At around 9.50pm on Thursday, 17 April, it was reported that two motorbikes were…
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Eastham school scoops pioneering mental health award
A Wirral school has achieved the School Mental Health Award, which is delivered by the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health in Schools. Heygarth Primary School were awarded a…
Ofsted says Wirral families still being failed as progress yet to make positive impact
Families in Wirral are still dealing with the consequences of years of failings by authorities to provide adequate support for their children. This has left some “frustrated and helpless,” according…
Eureka! Science + Discovery to unveil mural co-created with local young people
Eureka! Science + Discovery has announced the unveiling of a brand-new community mural, created in collaboration with local artist Rachel Smith-Evans of Quirky Design Co. and young people from OOMOO,…
22-mile fundraising walk to take place in memory of Darren Mace
On Saturday, 10 May, a group of 15-20 people—including colleagues from Landican Crematorium, local funeral directors, and professionals from other crematoria and businesses across the UK—will be taking part in…
Mersey Tunnel 10K draws 2,000 entries
Around 2,000 eager runners pulled on their trainers to complete the 19th staging of the BTR Mersey Tunnel 10K. The race last weekend began in Liverpool city centre, taking participants…
University of Chester student inspires and shares insights into racial equity and inclusion
A doctoral student at the University of Chester has been sharing her insights and knowledge to advocate for race equity and inclusion. Chiedza Jane Ikpeh, born in Zimbabwe, raised in…
Lord Frank Field’s legacy honoured through prestigious education awards
To honour the memory of the late Lord Frank Field, an award will be named after him to mark his legacy and remarkable contribution to education and social justice. Through…
Man shot in targeted attack in Tuebrook
Police are appealing for information after a man was shot in the leg in Tuebrook on Tuesday, 22 April. At around 6.45pm, it was reported that a man aged in…
'Generous' man who died 'had so much to live for'
"It never occurred to me that we might lose him - he was so young and had so much to live for"
Homebuilding firm welcomes Hugh Baird College students for hands-on site visit
Persimmon Homes North West recently hosted bricklaying students from Hugh Baird College for an educational site visit, giving them the opportunity to gain practical experience and develop their skills in…
Next stop Liverpool Baltic as £100m new station gets the green light
Trains will soon be arriving in one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods, after plans for the £100m Liverpool Baltic station were given the green light! Liverpool City Council on Tuesday,…
Final push for Prenton RUFC community hub fundraising
Prenton Rugby Club is preparing for a final push in order to complete their ground-breaking community hub project. The club has raised over £1million for their plans to develop their…
Irish Annie’s nationwide tour set to open in Liverpool
TV legend Ricky Tomlinson heads a talented cast of performers in the smash-hit production which is due to travel across England, Scotland, and Wales, playing at 30 venues over two…
Wirral hospitals mark Earth Day with eco-friendly projects
Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH) is celebrating Earth Day (22nd April) with fresh sustainability initiatives that enhance patient care while benefiting the planet. WUTH is taking a major step…
'Utterly unique' £150,000 home that's 'waiting for someone to fall in love with it'
It is located in a "quiet cul-de-sac"
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
Historic Liverpool mansion to be sold at auction
A landmark gothic-style Victorian mansion in Liverpool, Mossley House, which became part of Mossley Hill Hospital, is to be auctioned later this month. The 16,000 sq ft, three-storey building, set…