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M53 closure after bus fire and oil spillage
A MOTORWAY closure is in place after a bus fire and large fuel spillage. The incident has happened on the M53 Northbound, between junctions nine at Ellesmere Port and ten at Cheshire Oaks. It is reported the incident has been ongoing since
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Woman injured in Wallasey hit and run incident
A MOTORIST was taken to hospital with 'minor injuries' after a hit and run incident in Wallasey. At around 5.20pm on Monday (November 18), it was reported to police that a car, believed to be a white Vauxhall Crossland, hit the open door of a
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âEmaciatedâ dog on road to recovery thanks to Wirral animal welfare centre
A DOG found 'emaciated' and starving at a house on Merseyside is on the road to recovery and looking for a home in time for Christmas, thanks to staff at a Wirral animal welfare centre. Three-year-old Scooby was rescued by the RSPCA in February
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Man left with âlife changingâ face injury after brawl at Leasowe Golf Club
A MAN has been left with a âlife changingâ face injury after a fight broke out at a Wirral golf club. At around 1.10am on Sunday (November 17) officers were called to Leasowe Road to reports of two men being assaulted. Two men in their 60s
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Consultation begins on proposed changes to council tax reduction
CHANGES to the scheme that provides reductions in council tax to low-income workers people in Wirral are being proposed. Wirral Council introduced the Council Tax reduction scheme in 2013 replacing the central Government-funded Council Tax benefits
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Drinkers 'defecating' and 'engaging in sexual activity' on Birkenhead streets
DRINKERS are fighting in the streets, urinating, defecating and even âengaging in sexual activity in full view of the CCTV camerasâ in Birkenhead. Reports from Merseyside Police state how businesses and shoppers in Birkenhead are being disturbed
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Birkenhead's Future Yard to host music business conference in 2025
BIRKENHEAD music venue Future Yard is hoping to help more and more artists and bands in the region become the best versions of themselves. Future Yardâs free to access Propeller programme has been providing mentorship and support to Liverpool City
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Wirral siblings launch Claire House Christmas Hat Day fundraiser
WIRRAL siblings helped launch Claire House Childrenâs Hospice annual festive fundraiser. Lucy, Mia, and Rhys Hughes visited the childrenâs hospice earlier this month to launch Christmas Hat Day which will take place on Thursday, December 5.
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Man detained after âsuspiciousâ car abandoned outside Birkenhead Park
A MAN was detained by police after an incident outside Birkenhead Park. At around 9.40pm last night (Monday, November 18) officer spotted a suspicious car parked near Laird Street in Birkenhead. They attempted to stop check the car but the
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M53 road closure that may cause delays over next fortnight
DRIVERSÂ in and around Wirral will have a National Highways road closure to watch out for this week. But the news isn't too bad, as it is only expected to cause slight delays, of under 10 minutes. The latest expected works list, with notes from
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Routine health check by Wirral vet practice saved cat's life
A WIRRAL veterinary practice saved the life of a much-loved cat after a routine examination revealed a dangerous hidden infection which could have proved fatal. Callie was undergoing her six-month health check at Littlecroft Vets when the vet felt
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On International Men's Day here are the Wirral charities supporting men
NOVEMBERÂ 19Â is International Menâs Day when the positive value men bring to the world is celebrated. The theme for 2024 is 'Positive Male Role Models'. The day aims to to shine a light on the issues that men face day in and day out. In the
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Appeal to trace teen with links to Ellesmere Port
AN appeal has been launched to locate a missing teenage girl with links to Ellesmere Port. Layla Ackers was last seen at around 9.50pm on Saturday, November at an address on Danefield Road, Northwich and officers are becoming increasingly concerned
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Homebase bought out of administration securing up to 1,600 jobs
HOMEBASEÂ has been sold to retail group CDS in a rescue deal securing up to 1,600 jobs and 70 stores but leaving the future of its remaining 2,000 workers and 49 shops unclear. The DIY retailer appointed administrators at consultancy Teneo on Wednesday
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Wirral Scout group take over Christmas Santa float
A WIRRAL Scout group is taking over a Christmas Santa float. 7th Bebington (Holy Trinity) Scout Group will take over the Santa sleigh float, previously operated by the Wirral Lions Club throughout Bromborough, Bebington, and Eastham for more than
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US comic Russell Hicks to appear in Liverpool this week
US comic Russell Hicks is bringing his unique style of stand up to Liverpool this week. The award-winning comedian has stunned audiences with his propensity to make it all up as he goes along. Hicks has starred in ITVâs Stand Up Sketch Show
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Wirral care home marks International Menâs Day
STAFF and residents at a Wirral care home are raising awareness of menâs wellbeing as part of International Menâs Day. The wellbeing of residents at Leighton Court Care Home in Wallasey is described by its management as 'a key focus' and colleagues
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Wirral Council staff begin two-week strike in pay dispute
WIRRAL Council staff are striking for ten days with action set to affect key services families rely on for support. The National Education Union (NEU) has accused the authority of failing to resolve a dispute that is now in its second month and
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Free four-day Christmas festival coming to Wirral
A FREEÂ four-day Christmas festival is set to take place in Liscard. The Christmas Magic Festival will take place from November 28 to December 1. During the festival, the town centre will be filled with music, dance, light displays, art, food
