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Taylor Swift fans from across the globe descend on Liverpool
SWIFTIES from across the world are descending on Liverpool as it transforms into Taylor Town ahead of a run of gigs. Taylor Swift will perform to sell-out crowds at Anfield Stadium on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and her “magic” has come to Merseyside
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Brothers reunite at Vauxhall Motors as 'Tosh' joins Danny as coach
TOMMY Holmes has joined Vauxhall Motors FC as first team coach following his departure from Colwyn Bay FC. Motors first team manager Danny Holmes did not have to look far when searching for characters to bolster his back-room staff as Tommy -
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Consultation on crime prevention plan for Wirral towns continues
CONSULTATION on plans for a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) affecting large parts of West Kirby and into Hoylake is continuing. The proposed measure follows reports of crime and anti-social behaviour in the area. If implemented, it would
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REVIEW: 'Twelfth Night' at Shakespeare North Playhouse
NOW this is what I call pressure cooker Shakespeare . . . or should that be Deep Fryer? It is certainly a tasty (two hour and 45 minutes and a bit more) cooking time in this riotous co- production between Shakespeare North and the adventurous and
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Talk on hunt for lost Viking boat to take place in Meols
A TALK giving an update on the hunt for a Viking ship buried beneath a Wirral pub car park will take place at a church in Meols. It has long been believed that a Nordic boat is buried beneath the site at the Railway Inn in Meols after its remains
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Lucy Letby: Status as multiple murderer important evidence, court told
Former nurse Lucy Letby’s status as a multiple murderer and attempted murderer of babies is an “important piece of the evidence” when deciding if she tried to kill another infant, a jury has been told. Letby, 34, is on trial at Manchester Crown
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Wirral pet shop owner's 'difficult decision' to sell-up after 60 years
THE owner of a Wirral pet shop that opened 60 years ago has made the "difficult decision" to sell-up and close the business. Pet Needs, in Liscard, was opened by Terry Smith's father Ron in 1964. Unfortunately, following two recent major health
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Cheshire League - Old Parkonians' bowlers excel in Langley win
OLD Parkonians recorded a five wicket win their Cheshire League Division One clash with Langley. Frankie Hughes (4-26), Chris Beckett (3-13) and Matthew Darlington (3-10) dismissed the visitors for 72 before the batters wrapped up the victory.
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Tranmere Rovers unveil special 140th Anniversary home kit for 2024/25 season
TRANMERE Rovers have unveiled their new home kit for the 2024/25 season, celebrating the club's 140-year anniversary. According to the club: "This milestone kit is a tribute to the rich history and tradition of Tranmere Rovers, designed with meticulous
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Ellesmere Port cafe champions sustainability with 'innovative' partnership
THE owners of an Ellesmere Port café known for "delicious homemade treats and unwavering commitment to sustainability" have confirmed its ongoing partnership with food waste collection company Keenan Recycling. Grace Tea Room, owned and operated
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Work starts on 66 new homes on site of former Wirral school
WORK has started on building more than 60 new homes on a former Wirral school site. Lovell Partnerships is working in partnership with North West housing association Onward Homes on 66 'affordable' homes of the former Foxfield School site off Douglas
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Ellesmere Port mum and son ready to conquer North Africa mountain
A group of brain tumour survivors from across the UK, including one from Ellesmere Port are set to scale new heights as they prepare to conquer Mount Toubkal in the Atlas Mountains. This incredible journey in North Africa will be a real test of
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Wirral voters urged to check they’re election ready before it’s too late
WITH only one week to go until the voter registration deadline for the elections on Thursday, July 4 2024, anyone wanting to vote must act quickly to make sure they are election ready. As well as the general election, a local ward by-election
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Wirral school cancels wraparound childcare due to ‘escalating costs’
A WIRRAL school has been forced to cancel its wraparound care due to “escalating costs”. Woodchurch Road Academy in Oxton announced to parents that it would be cancelling Little Buddies, which provides childcare before and after school. In
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Renowned chef brings 'The Art School’ to Wirral restaurant
RENOWNED chef Paul Askew 'wowed' diners when he took over the kitchen at an exclusive Wirral supper club for “one night only”. Local fine dining fans headed to LOST last Thursday night to experience all the magic of Liverpool's celebrated ‘The
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Wirral D-Day veteran recalls 'trip of a lifetime' to Normandy for 80th anniversary
A D-DAY veteran from Wirral made an 'emotional' return to Normandy for event to mark the campaign's 80th anniversary. John Dennett, 99, from Wallasey, had the honour of speaking at Bayeux cemetery in front of 5,000 people on the milestone day (