Category: Local

ong>, Anne-Marie and Jax Jones. Taking to the Radio 1 Stage on the Sunday of the event, the band will perform a selection of hits from their highly praised back catalogue, including tracks from their upcoming third album. Tickets to Radio 1’s Big Weekend were snapped up in record time, as fans grabbed the chance… Continue reading HAIM join Sefton Park line-up & outreach programme announced

Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet has given the green light to the location for a new girls’ secondary school while ensuring the preservation of the cherished African Caribbean Centre. Initially, the council had released the land to the Department for Education for the Eden Girls’ Leadership Academy, but after further scrutiny, a stronger commitment to preserving… Continue reading Cabinet approves site of new girls’ school

A spectacular glow-in-the-dark artwork has been revealed in the heart of Liverpool ONE. This unique painting, commissioned as part of the ADEPT Live Labs 2 program, can be found at the corner of Hanover Street and College Lane in Liverpool ONE. The initiative, backed by Liverpool City Council, is part of a nationwide effort to… Continue reading Artwork wows the public and highlights road technology

Utilizing spoken word as a tool for education, a Home Office-supported initiative is being implemented to address gang culture and enhance safety in Merseyside. Merseyside Police, in collaboration with Liverpool City Council, is taking a novel approach to combat serious and organized crime by introducing the ‘Dear Merseyside’ program in secondary schools located in EVOLVE… Continue reading Spoken word used to tackle serious organised crime as fourth EVOLVE operation launched

This year’s Leap Dance Festival features a variety of unique and innovative commissions, showcasing the talent of local artists and companies. Supported by UK Shared Prosperity funding and DaDa, Culture Liverpool and Leap have commissioned eight diverse projects for the festival. These commissions touch on a range of topics, from celebrating community to addressing social… Continue reading Freddy flashmob to fast fashion – Leap Dance Festival commissions revealed

The residents of a Liverpool community are uniting for an event that aims to enhance well-being, decrease social isolation, and link individuals with local services. Scheduled to take place at the Wavertree Aquatics Centre on Wednesday, March 26th, 2025, from 10 am to 3 pm, this event will feature the participation of over 16 organizations,… Continue reading Liverpool residents invited to a day of wellbeing and community support

The parking measures implemented around Everton FC’s new stadium are set to undergo a review. These measures were introduced as part of an Experimental Traffic Regulation Order (ETRO) during the stadium’s inaugural event last month. The suspension of these measures is primarily focused on the business areas within the new zone. The review process officially… Continue reading City’s new parking zone to be reviewed

Lindo’s story became entwined in the perverse Cold War logic, revealing British racism to a wider world. Ealing In 1964, West London was rocked by racist violence after white racists brawled with Black and Asian youth. This led to some of the first race riots in modern Britain. The events were covered in a documentary… Continue reading Ravers, Rastas and rugby league stars: why the story of Black British culture is about more than just London

The iconic band, The Searchers, known for their extensive career in the pop music scene spanning 68 years, are preparing to bid farewell to their fans. Decades after their rise to fame alongside the Beatles during the British invasion, the group has announced that they will be concluding their musical journey at this year’s Glastonbury… Continue reading The Searchers bring their musical quest to an end after 68 years

Liverpool will honor eight remarkable individuals with the prestigious Citizen of Honour award in a special ceremony at Liverpool Town Hall. Among the recipients are sisters Natasha Jonas and Nikita Parris, marking a historic moment for the city. The awards will be presented on Wednesday, March 26, to acknowledge the significant contributions made by each… Continue reading Liverpool Honours Eight Outstanding Citizens