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Wirral man charged with burglary in summer vigilance campaign
A WIRRAL man was among five across Merseyside caught, charged and put before the courts as part of summer anti-burglary campaign by police. Alan Davies, 45, of Euston Grove, Prenton, was charged with offences of burglary, theft, vehicle interference
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Inquest opens into death of Ellesmere Port stabbing victim
AN inquest has opened into the death of a man who died from stab wounds in Ellesmere Port. Lloyd Velasquez, 34, of Durham Court, died at the Countess of Chester Hospital on May 1, Cheshire Coroners’ Court in Warrington was told on Wednesday (June
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Wirral kennels issue warning after staff member taken to hospital due to dog attack
A WIRRAL kennels has issued a warning to people after a member of staff was taken to hospital after being attacked by a dog. A member of staff from Friends of Birkenhead Kennels was rushed to hospital on Tuesday, June 4 after a “traumatic” experience
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Next of kin appeal for woman who died in Birkenhead home
A NEXT of kin appeal has been launched to help find the next of kin of a woman who died in her home in Birkenhead. Elizabeth Kelly, 66, of Bebington Road, from Birkenhead, Merseyside died at her home on Saturday, June 1. There are no suspicious
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The volunteer-run Wirral café celebrating its 25th anniversary
A COFFEE shop described by its management as "Heswall's hidden gem" is celebrating its 25th anniversary. The Beacon Coffee Shop on Telegraph Road is situated at the top of the hill next to the Methodist Church. It has been run entirely by volunteers
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Missing woman drowned in East Float dock, inquest hears
A WOMAN described as "absolutely lovely" drowned after she entered East Float dock, an inquest has heard. Judith Tynan's disappearance earlier this year sparked a huge police search and numerous appeals to the public to help find her whereabouts
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Former Rovers defender Aaron Cresswell signs one-year contract extension at West Ham
FORMER Tranmere defender Aaron Cresswell has signed a one-year contract extension at West Ham as he closes in on 300 Premier League appearances for the club. The 34-year-old, who would become just the second man after Mark Noble to achieve that
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Rovers confirm signing of former Bristol Rovers midfielder Sam Finley
TRANMERE Rovers have confirmed the signing of midfielder Sam Finley on a two-year contract following his departure from Bristol Rovers. Finley joins as Nigel Adkins’ first new signing of the summer and it is hoped the 31-year-old will provide experience
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627-homes plan for Ellesmere Port is given the go-ahead
PLANS for more than 600 homes, orchard and sports pitches as part of a wider housing development in Ellesmere Port have been given the green light. Cheshire West and Chester’s planning committee backed a reserved matters application on Tuesday
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Man arrested after stolen motorbike seen ‘riding at speed’ seized in Moreton
A MAN has been arrested after a stolen motorbike seen “riding at speed” was seized in Wirral. At around 7.55pm on Tuesday, June 4 a man was seen riding a green Suzuki bike at speed on Pasture Road in Moreton. The bike was then seen being pushed
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Wirral mum's praise for 'superhero' heart surgeon who saved toddler's life
THE mother of a little boy from Wirral who was diagnosed with a heart condition has praised the 'super hero' surgeon who saved his life. Enzo Brislen, from Wallasey, was just two years old when he felt unwell. He was taken to hospital on Christmas
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M56 crash causes heavy congestion near Ellesmere Port
THERE were delays on the M56 near Ellesmere Port this morning (Wednesday, June 5) after a crash which affected four cars. Police were called to reports of a collision on the motorway near junction 14 (Elton). Officers found that four cars had
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‘Mixed feelings’ as D-Day veterans sail for 80th anniversary commemorations
D-DAY veterans told of having “mixed feelings” after they set sail for Normandy for the 80th anniversary commemorations. Dozens were on board Brittany Ferries ship Mont St Michel on Tuesday morning, many in good spirits, though one was seen teary-eyed
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Wirral animal rescue centre facing closure saves ‘skin and bones’ Kermit
A WIRRAL animal rescue centre facing closure has helped save a dog described as being “skin and bones”. Celandine Wood Animal Rescue needs to raise £500,000 in under three weeks for a new premises after being told it must vacate its current shelter
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Man left with blood ‘pouring down face’ after dog attack on Wirral beach
A MAN was left with blood “pouring down his face” after he was attacked by five dogs on a Wirral beach. At around 11.30 on Friday, May 31, John Hudson, 71, from Meols was walking his son’s dog, Pud, along Leasowe Bay when the pair were subjected
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'A true angel': Readers' sadness after mission volunteer Peggy Maskrey MBE dies, 103
GLOBE readers have posted messages of condolence following the death of an inspirational Wirral volunteer who dedicated more than 80 years to helping those less fortunate. Marjorie 'Peggy' Maskrey MBE, 103 - who died on Monday - had worked at Charles
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Wirral D-Day veteran John Dennett meets King and Queen at Buckingham Palace
WIRRAL D-Day veteran John Dennett has met the King and Queen at Buckingham Palace ahead of the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings. Football boots carried on the straps of a military backpack, dog tags still bearing blood, and photos of a
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Wirral motorcyclist injured in Thailand prepares for mission to Africa
A Wirral motorcyclist declared 'clinically dead' for eight minutes after a crash in Thailand is off on a humanitarian mission to Africa to thank the people who helped raise funds for hospital bills. Liam Kilby was on holiday in Phuket when he crashed