Tag: Local News

Liverpool City Council is preparing to sell the historic Colomendy outdoor education centre, aiming to secure a promising future for the renowned North Wales estate. To facilitate this, the council has enlisted property firm Newmark as the sole agent responsible for marketing the 106-acre property situated near Mold. Nestled within the scenic Clwydian Range and… Continue reading New owner sought for historic Colomendy Outdoor Education Centre in North Wales

Liverpool is preparing to observe Mandela Day 2026 with a wide-ranging programme that invites schools, businesses, community groups, and local residents to actively participate in commemorative events. The initiative, led by Mandela8 in collaboration with Liverpool City Council and Liverpool BID Company, is designed to unite the city through acts of service, education, and community… Continue reading Liverpool launches week of action inspired by Nelson Mandela

St George’s Hall is preparing to welcome back its popular seasonal pop-up market this Sunday, 28 June, offering a vibrant experience within the renowned city centre venue. The event will highlight a diverse selection of local creatives, including artists and makers, alongside a variety of street food and beverage options. The Great Hall will be… Continue reading Pop-up market returns to St George’s Hall this weekend

In August, Liverpool will come together once more to observe Slavery Remembrance Day, featuring a week-long series of events dedicated to resilience, community, and remembrance. Taking place from the 17th to the 23rd, this programme unites local residents, artists, researchers, and community groups to contemplate the profound impacts of the transatlantic slave trade while paying… Continue reading Liverpool comes together for Slavery Remembrance Day 2026

On 18 June, The Florrie in Liverpool hosted the concluding event of the ReCITE Festival of Learning, bringing together a diverse group of community organisations, health providers, researchers, and strategic leaders. This gathering served as a platform for reflection, shared learning, and celebration, emphasizing the transformative potential that emerges when communities are recognized as equal… Continue reading Stories, partnerships and innovation: Reflections from the final ReCITE Festival of Learning event 

Liverpool is set to distribute tens of thousands of free toothbrushes and toothpaste tubes to children as part of a government-backed initiative aimed at reducing tooth decay. This effort is part of a five-year partnership between the UK government and Colgate-Palmolive, with Liverpool City Council anticipating the arrival of over 40,000 toothbrushes and a similar… Continue reading Thousands of free toothbrushes to be given out across Liverpool to combat childhood tooth decay

Liverpool is preparing to host a week-long series of events aimed at uniting residents, businesses, and community partners in a collective effort to accelerate climate action within the city. Scheduled for 21–27 June, this initiative—Liverpool Climate Action Week—will highlight the ongoing efforts to reduce carbon emissions while promoting better health and fostering new economic opportunities… Continue reading Liverpool Climate Action Week to showcase city’s leadership on reducing carbon emissions

Liverpool is experiencing a pivotal moment where strategy, ambition, partnerships, and storytelling converge seamlessly. According to Susan Finnegan from Liverpool City Council, this convergence is embodied in the initiative Liverpool Welcomes Europe. Far from being merely another item on a prestigious events calendar, this platform serves as a deliberate and dynamic catalyst designed to propel… Continue reading Liverpool Welcomes Europe: A Platform for the Future We Intend to Build

In Liverpool, considerable disparities exist in health outcomes depending on the neighbourhood, with residents in less affluent areas facing shorter and less healthy lives compared to those in wealthier parts of the city. Addressing these inequalities presents a significant challenge, but an expanding collaborative effort involving local communities, healthcare providers, researchers, and various organisations is… Continue reading Community partnerships driving change in Liverpool health outcomes 

Liverpool’s Pride March for 2026 has been officially announced, inviting a large gathering of people to come together in a vibrant demonstration of visibility, unity, and celebration this summer. Scheduled for Saturday, 25 July 2026, the event will bring together organised groups, charities, businesses, community organisations, and individuals who will march through the heart of… Continue reading Liverpool Pride reveals 2026 route