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Woman tells court she let Elle killer stay because he got her friend pregnant
A WOMAN accused of harbouring the gunman who killed Elle Edwards outside a Wirral pub has told a court she let him stay at her home after he got her best friend pregnant and his girlfriend found out. Roxanne Matthews, 34, told Liverpool Crown Court
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Freedom of Wirral honour for late Oscar-winning actress Glenda Jackson
THE late Wirral-born actress Glenda Jackson has been recognised for her achievements with the Honorary Freedom of the Borough in a private ceremony. The Oscar-winning star, who was born in Birkenhead and later served as a Labour MP for Hampstead
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Wirral Brownies' good deed for people with motor neurone disease
BROWNIES from the 22nd Birkenhead North St Saviours pack have certainly lived up to their motto of helping others by raising money for the local Motor Neurone Disease Association group. The youngsters raised 'a terrific' £235 by showing their various
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Care home worker shortlisted for a major award
AN Ellesmere Port care home worker has been shortlisted for a major award. Roxanne Morris has been described as the 'backbone' of residential home Rivacre, which is operated by national health and social care charity Making Space. The 40-year-old
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Special event for Wirral parents 'feeling pressure' to buy children smartphones
AN event aimed at people who may be 'feeling the pressure' of having to buy smarthphones for their children before starting secondary school will be held in Wirral later this week. Taking place on Thursday (October 24) at the Nest Café on Station
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Wirral venues shortlisted for regional tourism awards
WIRRAL venues are among those across Merseyside that have been shortlisted for awards celebrating 'the best of tourism and hospitality across the city region'. Eureka! Science + Discovery in Seacombe, Future Yard in Birkenhead and Port Sunlight
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MP praises 'innovative' work at Arrowe Park Hospital
A Wirral MP has paid his first visit to Arrowe Park Hospital since being elected to find out more about the 'innovative' work that is helping get patients well and back home in the community. Matthew Patrick, Member of Parliament for Wirral West
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Could Tranmere be set for £15m takeover from rap star and Trump lawyer?
TRANMERE Rovers could be set for a sensational £15m takeover involving rap star A$AP Rocky according to reports in a national newspaper. The Sun on Sunday newspaper has reported that the 36-year-old, who is in a relationship with pop superstar
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Campaign urges public to consider adoption on Wirral
AN LGBTQ+ couple from Wirral has shared their message that ‘the journey to a family is not always a traditional one' during National Adoption Week. According to a survey by You Can Adopt, more than 25% of approved adopters in 2023/2024 were part
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Wirral dad's Parkrun raises thousands for cancer support centre
A WIRRAL man who is battling cancer took part in a run for the charity that has supported him through his battle with the disease. Mark Lightfoot was diagnosed with Glioblastoma - the most common type of primary malignant brain tumour in adults
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Caldy 15 v 17 Coventry - Ravers lose to last minute penalty
A FINAL minute penalty from Coventry's Liam Richman denied Caldy a first win of the season as the league leaders sealed a 15-17 victory. The game started with Caldy making the most of the early play, camped in the Coventry half, taking every opportunity
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REVIEW: Leo Sayer at the Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool
MORE than fifty years a star - and Leo Sayer is shining as bright as ever. The singer-songwriter is on his Still Just A Boy and Still Feel Like Dancing UK tour. Take your pick - he's at the top of his game. The tour title reflects his legendary
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Wirral 24 v 7 Newport Salop - Hosts win first ever game against the Fishes
THIS was Wirral’s first ever game against Newport and the hosts started the game strongly, scoring three converted tries by the 20th minute, through Connor Moore and two from Rhys James, the latter also converting each try. At this stage Wirral
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Nigel Adkins hails ‘hard-fought’ win as Tranmere see off struggling Bromley
NIGEL Adkins hailed the character of his Tranmere side as they returned to winning ways with a 2-1 victory at Bromley. Two late goals from Omari Patrick and Harvey Saunders saw Rovers seal the points, and although Louis Dennis struck deep into
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Four people and three dogs stranded in tidal surge off Wirral coast
FOUR people and three dogs were rescued after getting caught out by a tidal surge off the Wirral coast. West Kirby Lifeboat crew was re-routed from a training exercise on Sunday morning to investigate reports of two groups of people being cut off
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Police update in search for Wirral woman
A Wirral woman reported missing last week has been found, police have confirmed. Amber Littler from Bebington was last seen on Friday morning, October 18. A statement from Merseyside Police this morning read: "Amber has now been found. Thank
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NOTICEBOARD: Wirral Globe's guide to events in your neighbourhood
Bird club talk TARIFA - Gateway to Africa is the subject of Paul Hill's illustrated talk to Wirral Bird Club this Thursday (October 24). Taking place at St Bridget’s Church Centre on Church Road in West Kirby, it starts at 7.30 pm. Admission