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 Publication Date:- 2026-05-14  

 
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Did you see Liverpool's 1st World Hat Walk Day?

THIS year's World Hat Walk took place on:- Sunday, 10 May 2026, and within Liverpool, W.A.G. (We Are Great) hosted an entirely free event that was aimed at attractingthe City's "millinophiles." Participants from a wide range of backgrounds took part in the vibrant event, wearing headwear that represents their unique cultural identity. The walk started at the iconic Bombed Out Church and ended at St George's Hall, that served as a visual celebration of diversity and unity within the Region...

Hit Channel 4 series 'What Not To Eat' seeks Merseyside families to take part in 2nd series

ARE you desperate to change your eating habits, but don't know where to start?  Trying to lose a few pounds and feel...

Jane Eyre Set To Enchant Storyhouse Audiences This Autumn

A powerful trailblazing adaptation of Charlotte Brontë’s much loved classic Jane Eyre is set to be staged...


Ryder Cup winning Captain Bernard Gallacher OBE to star at special evening as The Open takes place

GOLF fans will be able to enjoy a very special evening with...


Payroll errors impacting a quarter of all UK employees

A special award presentation took place on:- 13 May 2026, at:- The Fountains Independent Retirement Living in Ormskirk, recognising House Manager...

National charity calls for volunteers to help children with reading in local School

ORAM Beanstalk, a national children’s charity with over 50 years’ experience of...

New Self Service Dog Wash Opens in Wirral

A new self service dog wash has opened in Wirral, giving muddy pups a professional...


Linaker Primary School Named School of the Year at Pride of Sefton Awards

LINAKER Primary School in Southport has been named...

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Kind and determined' Southport boy Llewyn raised £1,000 for friend Elsie as he wins Sefton Child Of Courage Award

AN inspirational Southport...

 
 
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Liverpool Arab Arts Festival returns this July for an international celebration and showcase of art and cultures

LIVERPOOL Arab Arts Festival (LAAF), the UK’s longest running annual festival of...


Merseyside Police and PCC launch:- 'Halo Points' to strengthen safety across Liverpool's night time economy

MERSEYSIDE Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner, in partnership with Liverpool City Council...


Magnificent new mural unveiled at Wickes store in Southport in creative collaboration with Southport College

LOCAL art students revealed an impressive new mural at the recently opened Wickes store, at Kew Retail Park, in Southport.  The grand reveal took place on:- Friday, 8 May...


Merseyside PCC funds next phase of Femicide Oversight work following release of national Domestic Homicide Report

MERSEYSIDE´S Police and Crime Commissioner has today committed new funding to drive the work of Merseyside...

 


Burscough Neuro Physiotherapy Officially Opens New Liverpool Facility

ON Thursday, 14 May 2026 marked the official open day of the new:- Burscough Neuro Physiotherapy, Liverpool Rehabilitation Centre,  Vestry Business...


Local Elections - Liverpool City Region

THE Local Elections took place on:- Thursday, 7 May 2026 all over the nation. This has been a major hit for Labour nationally and on Merseyside, Reform has become a serious threat to all the established parties, as they have...


Every confirmed trader revealed as Southport Food and Drink Festival returns for 2026

THE Southport Food and Drink Festival is gearing up for another spectacular year as it returns to:- Victoria Park, Southport, Merseyside, for a mouth watering 3 days...


The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Announces 2026/27 Season

THE UK's oldest symphony orchestra presents its:- 2026/27 Season, continuing to shape Liverpool's identity as England's only UNESCO City of Music through new commissions, emerging...

 
Enhanced archive pic taken before hare coursing was banned in the UK in 2004 under the Hunting Act.
 CLA comment on new hare coursing sentencing guidelines

THE CLA (Country Land and Business Association) has commented on new guidelines for sentencing hare coursing...


Warning for both tourist and casual workers heading to Europe

THIS week British citizens who are planning a getaway to the continent are being reminded...


Bryony Kimmings Brings Bog Witch is heading to a stage near you!

THE Bryony Kimmings is set to bring her new live...


Over 75% of NHS Hospital Sites Have No EV Chargers, New Data Reveals

NEW research from The...

Church magazine 'Reform' changes its name. Guess why?

AFTER 52 years in print, the national magazine of the United Reformed Church...


What does the King's Speech mean for animal welfare?

A King's Speech bill which aims to reduce red tape at the border must not put the...


The Big Top Festival - Southport 2026 - Part 2

OVER the weekend of:- 2 May to 3 May 2026, Southport, Merseyside hosted its 1st Big Top Festival. The entirely...

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