Author: Sarah Latcham

Superstar Sam Fender will be headlining Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025, which is set to take place in Liverpool from Friday 23 May to Sunday 25 May, according to Radio 1 Breakfast Show host Greg James. The announcement also included news that Myles Smith, Wet Leg, Blossoms, and Lola Young (following her recent debut UK… Continue reading Radio 1 Big Weekend is coming to Liverpool!

Liverpool City Council’s Business Support Service is offering a unique opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to be introduced to some of the successful start-ups in the city. The Meet the Entrepreneur sessions are free online events, which take place on Friday lunchtimes. They offer a chance for participants to find out how local entrepreneurs turned their… Continue reading Real people. Real businesses. Real stories.

Everton Park Lifestyles Centre had to be partially closed by Liverpool City Council earlier this month, due to damage to the roof. The closure currently affects the dry-side facilities, such as the gym, sports hall and squash courts, which are temporarily unavailable. Members have been asked to use facilities at an alternative Lifestyles Centre, except… Continue reading Update on Everton Park Lifestyles Centre

Liverpool will be hosting the British Chess Championships in the summer of 2025 alongside a wider chess festival that aims to provide the event with the strongest line-up in its 121-year history. From July 31 to August 10, the top chess players in Britain will descend upon Liverpool as the English Chess Federation’s most important… Continue reading Liverpool to host British Chess Championships

Liverpool’s Film Office has announced that ITVX’s comedy show G’wed will return for a second series. The show, written by Danny Kenny and produced by Golden Path Productions, was one of the most successful-ever comedies aired by ITVX and its first season was streamed by over six million viewers. The second series was filmed last… Continue reading Homegrown hit comedy returns

Mental health concerns have become increasingly common, often caused by social issues such as loneliness, financial worries, and relationship problems. However, it’s essential to understand that you’re not alone and that professional help is available to everyone in need. If you or someone you know has mental health troubles, you may avail of the services… Continue reading Looking after your mental health

Liverpool has launched the second phase of its screen tourism campaign, Liverpool. The Ultimate Setting, in partnership with Liverpool Film Office. This stage seeks to promote Liverpool City Region’s iconic film and television locations, encouraging guests to explore the city through the lens of their favourite films and TV shows, highlighting the vibrant film heritage… Continue reading Liverpool in the spotlight for new screen tourism campaign

Vanessa Reed has been named as the new Chief Executive of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society, taking up the role on June 2, 2025. Under her leadership, she will head one of the UK’s most significant music establishments, which includes the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir, Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Company, and… Continue reading Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society announces new Chief Executive

Spellow Community Hub and Library in the Walton area of Liverpool is calling for artists and arts organizations to team up with Culture Liverpool’s Creative Neighbourhoods programme to deliver an artistic residency. The residency is scheduled to be conducted from February to May of 2020. The program aims to address and explore how people feel… Continue reading Artists invited to work with Spellow Hub community to look to the future

The Spellow Hub Library on Walton Road was vandalized over the weekend, resulting in an outpouring of support from individuals and organizations around the country. Councillor Ruth Bennett, Cabinet Member for Finances, Resources and Transformation, expressed her gratitude for the generosity of residents and partners who have provided everything from cash donations to help replace… Continue reading Update: Spellow Hub Library donations