Tag: Local News

Liverpool is set to host its inaugural outdoor Night Market at the iconic St George’s Hall later this month. This event will take place on Thursday, 27 August, from 2:30 pm until 8:30 pm, transforming the hall’s plateau into a lively marketplace. Around 40 artisan vendors will be present, offering a diverse range of locally… Continue reading Liverpool’s first outdoor Night Market comes to St George’s Hall

Liverpool’s visitor economy experienced substantial growth in 2025, increasing by 11.3% to reach a value of £4.87 billion. According to new data from the independent STEAM (Scarborough Tourism Economic Activity Monitor) tourism research, the city welcomed 36.34 million visitors, a rise of 12.3%. This visitor total included 3.3 million overnight tourists. Employment within the tourism… Continue reading Liverpool’s visitor economy now worth close to £5 billion

It looks like you’ve shared a detailed excerpt about the EVOLVE project by Merseyside Police and Liverpool City Council, focusing on the “Dear Merseyside” resource. This initiative uses poetry and creative arts as tools to engage young people in conversations about violence prevention, community resilience, and positive change. The families of victims, like Sam Rimmer,… Continue reading Bereaved families back new educational resource on fourth anniversary of EVOLVE

Liverpool City Council has launched an exciting new platform called Liverpool Voices, designed to amplify the perspectives of city residents and integrate their input into local decision-making processes. This initiative seeks to unite people from all parts of Liverpool to contribute their insights, experiences, and ideas on key community issues, ultimately shaping policies, services, and… Continue reading Liverpool Voices gives residents the chance to have their say

Kennedy Crow, who passed away at the age of 63 from multiple sclerosis, had an interesting and varied career. Early on, she worked as a flight attendant, a role she embraced before ultimately pursuing a more creative path. She became involved in making short films that explored the lives and works of various artists and… Continue reading Kennedy Crow obituary

Liverpool City Council is advancing its efforts to restore a prominent historic building located in Everton. The council has engaged specialist contractors to conduct a thorough assessment of the Grade II-listed structure, aiming to devise a comprehensive repair plan that will ensure the building’s preservation for the future. To support this next stage, the council… Continue reading Restoration of Everton landmark takes major step forward as surveys and repair programme begin

Liverpool City Council is encouraging both locals and visitors to take responsibility for protecting the city’s numerous parks and green spaces by disposing of waste properly and acting considerately, especially during the busy summer months. With over 100 parks attracting thousands of people annually, the Council emphasizes the importance of keeping these communal areas clean,… Continue reading Liverpool City Council asks people to ‘please respect our parks’

Liverpool City Council is set to introduce the Liverpool Young Futures Apprenticeship Programme, offering 29 paid apprenticeship positions for young residents. This initiative aims to enable participants to earn a wage, acquire new skills, and lay the foundation for their future careers while positively contributing to the community. The application window opens on 13 August… Continue reading Liverpool City Council launches new apprenticeship programme creating 29 opportunities for young people

If you didn’t achieve the outcome you were expecting from your results, don’t worry—there are still many paths you can explore. It’s important to remember that you’re not alone in this process, and you don’t need to navigate it by yourself. Support and guidance are readily available in Liverpool for young people, as well as… Continue reading Exam results – what’s next…

A pilot scheme aimed at addressing pest problems and the environmental conditions that contribute to them has involved visiting over 350 homes. This initiative is a collaborative effort between Liverpool City Council’s Pest Control team, Environmental Enforcement, and Streetscene officers, focusing on neighborhoods such as Pagebank Road and Pilch Lane. These areas were selected after… Continue reading Pilot scheme tackles pests and waste issues in local neighbourhood