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Moreton man jailed for repeatedly stabbing man in wheelchair
A man has been jailed after he stabbed a man in a wheelchair several times in Woodchurch. Glyn Holland, aged 40, of Meadfoot Road in Moreton, was sentenced at Liverpool…
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Wirral Council outlines four-year plan for borough
A decision on a new vision for Wirral, which includes over 2,000 new homes, is set to be made next week. Wirral councillors are being asked to approve the council’s…
Teenage boys arrested on suspicion of theft of a motorbike in Liverpool thanks to police dogs
Three teenage boys have been arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle after police dogs tracked down three suspects in Dovecot. At around 3.40am on 5 October, Merseyside…
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Chester and Wirral Football League round-up, 3 October 2026
New Brighton Riptide saw their flawless start in the CWFL Queensferry Sport Premier Division come to a halt on Saturday. After winning their opening five matches to top the table,…
Everton in the Community and Hill Dickinson launch Healthy Habits initiative for local children
Everton in the Community has joined forces with commercial law firm Hill Dickinson to launch ‘Healthy Habits’, a new community initiative helping children across the Liverpool City Region to build…
Wirral foster carers recognised for dedication, passion, and commitment
Wirral foster carers came together for the annual Appreciation Event, celebrating the dedication, compassion and commitment of those who provide safe and nurturing homes for local children and young people.…
How damaged sign meant driver dodged fine in city bus lane
A Tuebrook couple have revealed how they were spared a fine by Liverpool’s most profitable bus lane camera. Since it was officially opened in May 2025, a lane on Irvine…
Historic Wirral building set to be able to welcome more visitors
The oldest standing building in Merseyside will be able to welcome even more visitors following work set to be completed as part of Wirral Council’s Birkenhead waterfront upgrades. A contractor…
Man jailed for injuring teenage girl in Toxteth shooting
A man has been jailed after shooting a teenage girl in the legs in Toxteth. Ali Karadas, 21, of Denman Drive in Liverpool, appeared at Liverpool Crown Court on Monday,…
Birkenhead dad to get down and dirty for Tough Mudder charity challenge
A team of 12 dedicated supporters of cerebral palsy charity Stick ‘n’ Step will be braving mud, ice-cold water, and towering obstacles on Sunday, 11 October, when they take on…
Two more Liverpool shops face losing licence after court closures
A pair of convenience stores in north Liverpool face being stripped of their premises licences after being shut down by the courts. Closure orders have been sanctioned by magistrates on…
Wirral care home receives eight award nominations
A waterfront Wirral care home, Mariners’ Park, has received eight award nominations at the Great British Care Awards. The luxury residential home has been recognised for the quality of care…
Little monsters go half price at Knowsley Safari’s spooktacular Halloween adventure
Brave explorers will have screamingly good fun at Knowsley Safari this October Half Term from Saturday, 24 October, until Sunday, 1 November, with creepy characters, trick-or-treat challenges, secret codes, Halloween…
Wirral children’s author announces new fantasy novel
Multi-award-winning children’s author Rob Keeley is preparing to release the latest instalment in his popular Spirits series, taking readers on a magical journey back to the Middle Ages. The Spirit…
Wallasey and District Sunday Football League round-up, 4 October 2026
There were plenty of goals in the Moreton Alarms Supplies Second Division, with top scorers being Mersey Vale, who overwhelmed FC Parkview with better firepower in a 13-2 victory thanks…
‘Fear, anxiety, and stress’ brewing over unauthorised Irby encampment
“Fear, anxiety, and stress” is brewing among residents of a Merseyside village as an unauthorised encampment on green belt land enters its third month. Caravans and machinery moved onto a…
Anselmians claim impressive win at Rochdale
Saturday saw Saints make the trip to Rochdale Rugby Club, perched on the edge of the Pennines, for their second game of the season. A fine, bright, warm day and…
Liverpool Council to strengthen HMO powers
Greater controls are to be introduced to manage the growth and concentration of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) across Liverpool. The city council’s cabinet will be asked to approve new…
West Cheshire Football League round-up, 3 October 2026
Pride of place in the first round of the Go2Day West Cheshire League’s Team DDB Memorial Challenge Cup first round belonged to Division Two outfit Great Sutton, who lowered the…
Debate continues after Hoylake Beach decision
Hoylake Beach has been granted a new special status which local councillors claim will lead to it being cleared of vegetation. Others, however, say the new status will not change…