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urce media=”(min-width: 660px) and (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.25), (min-width: 660px) and (min-resolution: 120dpi)”>Stephen Graham in Shane Meadows’ The Virtues “There are certain things he does that actors can’t always learn,” says Socha. “It’s his aura and presence. He’s helped me understand the responsibility we carry as actors.” Family is central to Graham’s life. In a profile for… Continue reading Stephen Graham: the ‘working-class, mixed-race kid’ who cares deeply about the work

In a significant development today, Liverpool City Region and the Isle of Man have signed a landmark agreement, ushering in a new era of collaboration between the two regions. The agreement emphasizes the shared commitment to enhancing the prosperity and well-being of their communities by strengthening economic, cultural, and political ties. The historical strong relationship… Continue reading New era of cooperation between Liverpool and the Isle of Man

A performance based on David Peace’s novel, The Damned United, was brought to life in Leeds and Derby in 2016, portraying the enigmatic character of Brian Clough in contrasting lights of villain and hero. Following this success, Peace’s next football-themed book, Red or Dead, chronicling the life of renowned Liverpool FC manager Bill Shankly, was… Continue reading Red or Dead review – Peter Mullan never walks alone as Liverpool FC hero Bill Shankly

A recent initiative has been launched in Liverpool to combat the harmful effects of gambling, with a study revealing that nearly one-third of adults in the city engage in gambling annually, with 12% of them at risk of experiencing harm. The campaign is being spearheaded by Liverpool City Council and Liverpool John Moores University, who… Continue reading Liverpool Commits to Tackling Gambling Harm

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