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Ashville confirm signing of winger Lennox Allward
ASHVILLE FC have confirmed the signing of winger, Lennox Allward, from Lower Breck. Lennox previously played for Lower Breck alongside Everton Football College and has appeared in both Villa's pre-season friendlies thus far, scoring a goal during
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REVIEW: 'Sisters of Mersey' at Royal Court Liverpool
IF you fancy a virtual trip to the Isle of Innuendo then book your ticket at the Royal Court box office. Sisters of Mersey is a flight of fancy where such inspirational films as Sister Act and Nuns on the Run collide in Dingle at the convent of
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The Wirral gallery among UK's best free family friendly attractions
THE Lady Lever Art Gallery in Port Sunlight is among the 10 best free attractions in the UK, according to a study out today. The data, released by Village Hotel, was sourced from Tripadvisor and revealed the UK’s top-rated free attractions along
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Gareth Southgate steps down as England manager saying its time for 'new chapter'
Gareth Southgate has quit his role as England manager, saying it is time for a “new chapter” for the national team. He announced his decision to quit in a statement issued by the Football Association on Tuesday (July 16) morning. The decision
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Ellesmere Port: Trial date set for man accused of Lloyd Velasquez murder
A trial date has been set for a man accused of the murder of 34-year-old Lloyd Velasquez. Ben Ruddock, 20, of Kendal Drive, Ellesmere Port, was previously charged with murder following the death of Lloyd Velasquez in an incident on Summertrees
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Wirral care home boss is crowned 'culinary queen'
A Wirral care home's managing director was crowned 'cook off champion' after taking part in a contest organised by the home's owners. Alison Donaldson, managing director at Caldy Manor, put her culinary skills in the Barchester Charitable Foundation
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Residents call for ramp to be installed at 'death trap' lake after fox drownings
WARNING: This story contains sensitive images. RESIDENTS are calling for a ramp to be installed at a Wirral boating lake after multiple foxes have drowned. Hoylake Model Boating Lake has been described as a “death trap” by people who have discovered
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Green Flag honours for more than 30 Wirral parks
MORE than 30 Wirral parks have been awarded Green Flag status for this year. Described as an 'international quality mark for parks and green spaces' the honour is awarded in recognition of the hard work and dedication of those that care for green
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Research shows adults unhappy with weight have 'real GP phobia'
A SLIMMING consultant from Wirral has shared the findings of a survey that reveals more than three-quarters of adults who are unhappy with their weight have 'a real GP phobia' and often feel nervous ahead of visiting their doctor. The survey of
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Wirral hospital receives 'outstanding' feedback from cancer patients
A WIRRAL hospital has received “outstanding” feedback from its cancer patients. More than 90% of cancer patients at Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH) are receiving “exceptional care and support”, according to new survey results. Over
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Shake your tail feather to Totally TINA in New Brighton this weekend
WIRRAL fans are invited to come shake a tail feather with the UK’s original, award-winning Tina Turner tribute this weekend. When Tina burst onto the scene in the 1960s, she won the hearts of music fans from the outset, creating a fearsome reputation
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Wirral curry house named as finalist in English Curry Awards 2024
A WIRRAL curry house has been named as a finalist in the 2024 English Curry Awards. The awards, now in their thirteenth year, acknowledge the leading annual celebration of the curry cuisine in England. Britannia Spice, based on The Parade in
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Wirral Council needs to find fifth regeneration boss in two years
WIRRAL Council is having to find its fifth regeneration boss in two years at a crucial time for the local authority. The local authority is hoping to build at least 14,000 homes over the next two decades with major plans still waiting for government
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Hundreds oppose plans for new convenience store in Birkenhead
A NEW convenience store could be approved in Birkenhead despite nearly 400 people signing petitions against the plans. The application is due to come to a Wirral Council planning committee on July 18. The application, from Venkadesh Arulampalam
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Plan to turn Wirral shop premises into flats rejected
A BID to convert a retail unit in Wallasey into two ground floor flats has been thrown out by The Planning Inspectorate. The property, at 215 Seaview Road, part of a small parade of shops near Hose Side Road. An application in 2021 to turn
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Flooding causes Merseyrail disruption for Chester and Ellesmere Port passengers
Flooding at a Merseyrail station has caused disruption for Chester and Ellesmere Port passengers this morning (Tuesday, July 16). Heavy rain over the past 16 hours has led to flooding on the railway at Hooton. As a result, train services which
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Wirral Council moves forward with controversial cycle route plans
WIRRAL Council is moving forward with a major scheme that will “stretch over several miles” between two Wirral towns despite some controversy over the plans. At an environment and transport committee meeting on July 15, councillors from Labour,