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Liverpool Echo - Birkenhead

Driver, 76, hit man on his way to work and then dog walker just weeks later

Pensioner's 'selfish decision' to keep driving despite failing eyesight led to 'catastrophic consequences'

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23 stop searches carried out following S60 order in New Ferry and Rock Ferry

A total of 23 stop searches have been carried out and community resolutions issued to individuals after a Section 60 Order was enforced in the New Ferry and Rock Ferry…

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Hoylake man jailed after concealing drugs in coffee bags

Four members of an organised crime group, responsible for moving multiple kilos of cocaine, heroin, and Ketamine have been sentenced following an investigation by officers from the North West Regional…

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RNLI issue tidal safety warning ahead of Easter weekend

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is issuing a safety warning urging people to cautious over the Easter break due to an increased risk of becoming cut off by the…

Liverpool Echo - Birkenhead

Paul O’Grady’s brilliant dig at police during 'rubber glove' raid

Paul O'Grady's drag set was raided by 35 police officers in 1987

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Latest figures show extent of Wirral sewage spills

The equivalent of more than two years’ worth of sewage was spilled into Wirral’s waters according to new figures. Statistics published by the Environment Agency on United Utilities (UU) show…

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New Miller’s Quay apartments unveiled

The first interior images of the brand new £130m Miller’s Quay apartments have been released by waterside regeneration specialists, Peel Waters. The largest residential scheme to date at Wirral Waters will contain…

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External audit reveals Wirral Council’s financial challenges

External finance inspectors have warned Wirral Council about its debt levels and low reserves as ‘significant weaknesses’ remain. A report of accounting company Grant Thornton’s audit of the local authority…

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Birkenhead Market Argos move confirmed

Birkenhead Market will be moving into a former Argos despite fears it will lead to the end of the market for good. A market has existed in Birkenhead since 1835…

Liverpool Echo - Birkenhead

Fearless Paul O'Grady changed the mainstream forever

Lily Savage is a household name the world won't be forgetting any time soon

Liverpool Echo - Birkenhead

People's faith 'completely shattered' after key vote puts market under car park

A market has existed in Birkenhead since 1835

Liverpool Echo - Birkenhead

Dad in five-hour stand off with police amid 'rooftop protest' at health centre

The incident sparked huge response from emergency services and left residents unable to leave their homes

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Youngsters shine in ‘Our Future World’ banner competition

Veolia has turned the spotlight on youngsters across Merseyside – challenging them to think about the small changes we can all make to create a better world. The UK’s leading…

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Wirral MP pays tribute to RNLI as ‘extraordinary’ charity celebrates 200th anniversary

Margaret Greenwood MP has praised the “intense bravery and dedication” of RNLI volunteers and staff and said that she is “honoured” to represent Wirral West which has two RNLI lifeboat stations,…

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Teacher who grabbed and pushed student cleared

A former teacher who grabbed and pushed a student who he feared may stab him with a pencil has been cleared of alleged misconduct. In March 2022,  behaviour support manager…

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Police introduce S60 order in Rock Ferry and New Ferry following shooting incident

Police have introduced a Section 60 Order in an area of New Ferry and Rock Ferry following a shooting on Tuesday, 26 March. At around 10.30pm, officers were called to…

Liverpool Echo - Birkenhead

Man whose motto was 'sexy first, safety second' dies in bridge tragedy

Joshua Santos Christian, from Birkenhead, died after tragedy struck while in Australia with friends

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Police launch investigation following Wirral shooting incident

Detectives are appealing for information after a shooting in Wirral on Tuesday, 26 March. At around 10.30pm, officers were called to New Chester Road between New Ferry and Rock Ferry…

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Labour’s Police & Crime Commissioner pledges a safer, stronger Merseyside in manifesto launch

Labour’s Police Commissioner, Emily Spurrell, has launched her manifesto setting out her commitments if re-elected for a second term on Thursday, 2 May. Emily was first elected in 2021 and…

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Football Clubs and FA come together with Crimestoppers to tackle child criminal exploitation.

Using the reach and power of football, Liverpool FC, Everton FC, Tranmere Rovers FC, and Marine FC, Liverpool County FA, and Crimestoppers are engaging young people with a strong clear…