Tag: Local News

Bernie Carroll, a prolific writer of letters to the Liverpool Echo newspaper, passed away at the age of 75. Throughout a span of about 40 years, Bernie was known for firing off four or five letters each week, earning him the moniker of “the most opinionated man in Liverpool.” This title was bestowed upon him… Continue reading Bernie Carroll obituary

Liverpool City Council, along with health partners in Merseyside and the UK, is calling on residents to verify their own and their children’s vaccination status due to a recent increase in measles cases in the region. Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that spreads through coughing, sneezing, and close contact, potentially leading to serious… Continue reading Residents Urged to Protect Themselves and Their Children as Measles Cases Rise 

Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota and his younger brother, André Silva, tragically lost their lives in a car accident in Zamora, Spain. The 28-year-old Jota had recently married his long-time partner Rute Cardoso, with whom he shared three children. Mourners are scheduled to pay their respects at a wake in Portugal before the brothers’ funeral on… Continue reading Diogo Jota to be honoured as mourners gather in Portugal for Liverpool player’s wake

Over the past decade, there has been a surprising increase in the appeal of British cities to homebuyers, despite the rise of home working and soaring house prices in urban areas. An analysis of the first five months of this year revealed that the number of potential first-time buyers in Great Britain looking to move… Continue reading First-time buyers turn from rural areas to Britain’s regional cities

er-role=”inline”>Couple photographed from behind with arms around each other, both wearing number 20 shirts Photograph: Christopher Thomond/The Guardian “We lost two great youngsters this morning,” said Oliver Connelly, 59, unable to hold back tears. “It’s bloody terrible. So young, both of them, and so much to look forward to in their careers.” Local businesses around… Continue reading ‘Truly awful’: rival fans united in grief at Anfield after death of Diogo Jota

Liverpool City Council has celebrated Refugee Week 2025 by showcasing the narratives of those who have sought refuge in the city and the communities that have embraced them. The theme, Community as a Superpower, highlighted the experiences of individuals who have navigated displacement, found connections, and initiated the process of rebuilding their lives within Liverpool.… Continue reading BLOG | Refugee Week 2025: Stories of Sanctuary, Strength and Community

In a somber display of respect, the flag at Liverpool Town Hall has been lowered to half-mast following the tragic death of Liverpool FC forward Diogo Jota. The talented 28-year-old striker lost his life in a devastating car crash in Portugal, along with his brother, Andre Silva. Expressing her condolences, Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Councillor… Continue reading Town Hall flag lowered following death of Diogo Jota

Liverpool City Council has enlisted the services of Waste Investigations Support and Enforcement (WISE) to combat environmental crimes in the city. Scheduled to commence operations across all areas of Liverpool this summer, WISE will play a vital role in tackling issues such as fly-tipping, littering, and dog fouling. Following the approval of a three-year contract… Continue reading WISE appointed as new external environmental enforcement team

Liverpool City Council is cracking down on speeding drivers in the city, with new data revealing a concerning 26,000 traffic offenses detected in 2024, resulting in over 2,500 speeding tickets being issued. Additionally, an extra 3,682 penalty charge notices were issued at five locations equipped with traffic enforcement cameras by the council. In response to… Continue reading Ambitious road safety target for city to achieve by 2040

Liverpool is bustling with excitement as the Local Government Association (LGA) conference kicks off, drawing in 1,600 council delegates from various parts of the country. The city’s Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, emphasizes the significance of Liverpool as the host for this year’s event. Known for its history of innovation and entrepreneurship for over three… Continue reading BLOG | ‘There is no better place in the country for the local government community to gather’