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Man sought after petrol station worker assaulted in Wallasey
Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who could assist with their enquiries following a report of assault at a petrol station in Wallasey Village. It was reported that…
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Refurb work to begin on home of Liverpool’s botanical collection
Work is to begin on the permanent home for Liverpool’s historical botanical collection to ensure it remains in the city. Almost three years ago, concerns were raised regarding the future…
Tranmere man charged with Snapchat drugs supply offences
On Tuesday, 14 April, a warrant was carried out at a home in Tranmere and officers found a large quantity of ketamine, cannabis, cocaine, and cash. Two men, aged 62…
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Crosby man arrested after van stopped on M62
As part of a joint operation involving Matrix and Operation Medusa, Merseyside Police have arrested a man and seized large quantities of suspected MDMA following a stop check on the…
Decision made over Birkenhead House of Fraser site
The site has sat empty since the store was demolished in 2024.
Liverpool Council awards design contract to progress Vauxhall/Greatie active travel improvements
Liverpool City Council has approved the award of a contract for preliminary design work to support major active travel improvements across the Vauxhall and Greatie corridors. Following a competitive mini‑competition…
Former House of Fraser site to become regeneration works compound
The Birkenhead site where a House of Fraser shop once stood will now be turned into a compound to help move forward major regeneration changes in the area. The site…
Outstanding rating for West Derby care home
A West Derby care home providing “exceptional service” has been given the highest possible rating by social care officials. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated Church View Care Home…
Arrest following collision on M53
A man has been arrested following a collision on the M53 motorway in Wirral in the early hours of Wednesday, 15 April. At around 12.20am it was reported that a…
Crime and disorder concerns at city centre shop
An off-licence in Liverpool city centre finds itself under investigation by the city council after concerns were raised about alleged crime and disorder. The Premier 149A shop on Duke Street…
Birkenhead Sunday Association Football League round-up, 12 April 2026
05/04/26: Beechwood booked their place in the Tony Houlihan Memorial Challenge Cup final after ending Ben Graham’s unbeaten start at Queens Park. Robbo Courtenay’s side secured a hard-fought win thanks to strikes from…
Charity Commission launches investigation into city organisation
An investigation has been launched into a Liverpool charity and its bank accounts have been frozen by the regulator. The Charity Commission, the regulator of charities in England and Wales,…
Major milestone as new Mersey Ferry begins sea trials
History will be made this week as the first new Mersey Ferry in over 60 years begins sea trials on the river – giving Liverpool City Region residents their first…
Pistol and ammunition found hidden in Valentino bag in Tranmere
A Glock pistol and ammunition have been found hidden behind a substation in Tranmere. On Tuesday, 14 April, Merseyside Police received a report that a firearm was found wrapped in cling film and hidden inside…
Man sought following unprovoked attack in Norris Green
Police are appealing for information following an assault inside an address in Norris Green. It was reported that at around 9am on Thursday, 12 March, a man wearing a balaclava…
Next phase of Pride in Place begins with Wirral Board appointments
The Pride in Place programme in Wirral has taken a major step forward with the appointment of independent Chairs to lead new Neighbourhood Boards in Central Birkenhead, Seacombe, and Woodchurch – the three areas…
Wallasey and District Sunday Football League round-up, 12 April 2026
PLCCFC inflicted revenge on Trident in the Magee Cup Final as opening exchanges saw Trident on top, but in the 20th minute PLCCFC took the lead and increased that after…
Tranmere men arrested as part of investigation into drugs being sold on Snapchat
Two men from Tranmere have been arrested as part of an investigation into the sale of drugs through Snapchat. On Tuesday, 14 April, a warrant was carried out at a…
Liverpool Central Library to host special Birds of America event
Liverpool Central Library is set to host a free event this month centred on the rare John James Audubon book, Birds of America. Featured in the recent BBC Drama Small…
New partnership to support textile recycling in Wirral
It will soon be easier for Wirral residents to clear out their unwanted textiles as Wirral Council joins forces with Roberts Recycling to install 15 new recycling banks across the…