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 Publication Date:- 2026-06-26  

 
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The 2026 Liverpool International Tennis Tournament - Part 1 of 2
Photographs by Patrick Trollope.

THE Liverpool International Tennis Tournament ran from:- Thursday, 18 June 2026 to Saturday, 20 June 2026, within the grounds of the Liverpool Cricket and Sports Club, that was founded in:- 1807.  The main court was provided with a fantastic back drop of the historic pavilion, built in 1880, by Thomas Harnett Harrison, now the Grade 2 structure is the oldest 1st class cricket prevailing. This sporting event is a fantastic training opportunity...

Celebrate a double milestone with Mersey Cares' NHS Big Tea 2026

THE Cheshire and Merseyside communities are being invited to put the kettle on, bake their favourite cakes, and come...


Masters Putting Course in Southport tees off new mascot sculpture ahead of The Open
Photo & report by Andrew Brown - Founder Stand Up For Southport

A brand new landmark has arrived in Kings Gardens, in Southport, celebrating 1 of the Town's greatest golfing enthusiasts, ahead of The Open taking place nearby...


VisitEngland calls on nation to celebrate England's coast

THE UK's tourism group:- VisitEngland is calling on:- tourism businesses, destinations, industry partners and the public across England to showcase the importance of coastal tourism during a dedicated week from:- 29 June to 5 July 2026. The 'My coast has the most…' campaign is the latest...


Liverpool ONE Announces Beach Fest as part of Summer of Family Funs

LIVERPOOL ONE is set for a summer of free family fun with a packed programme of:- events, activities and attractions running throughout the School Holidays. From 'Beach Fest' at Chavasse Park, to the return of the iconic...

Southport travel agents fundraise for 2 local charities

A group of travel agents from Southport have raised almost:- £600, for 2 different charities after organising a sponsored walk in their store. The team from Hays Travel on Chapel Street planned the event to...


Sefton Council shortlisted for Social Impact Award

SEFTON Council's Active Travel, Place Making and Public Realm Programme has been shortlisted for the:- 'North West Regional Construction Awards 2026.' Working with partners, the Council have ensured that major highway schemes...


Police and Crime Commissioner to scrutinise Merseyside Police's use of force at next public meeting with the Chief Constable

MERSEYSIDE'S Police and Crime Commissioner, later this week, will scrutinise Merseyside Police's use of force, at her public meeting...


Young market traders in Knowsley and Liverpool to sell:- 'School Grown' fruit and vegetables at Kirkby Market and Liverpool ONE
 Photo by School Food Matters

CHILDREN from schools across Knowsley and Liverpool will...

 
 
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New Men´s Mental Health Cycling Club Launches in Wirral

WIRRAL´S men's mental health charity, Mersey Mind Project, has launched its latest initiative to combat loneliness and isolation amongst local men. Cycling Therapy offers...


The replica of the Nao Santa María will visit Liverpool for the 1st time

THE Nao Santa María, a replica of the historic ship that played a decisive role in the event that changed the course of world history; the discovery of the Americas; is arriving...


Liverpool's Cunard Building Heritage Tours Are Now Open

UNIQUE behind the scenes tours of 1 of Liverpool's world famous waterfront landmarks are now open for visitors who want to delve into its rich history. The Cunard Building Heritage Tours are being held on selected days from June...


Don't drink and drive: Minister and creators warn of drink driving dangers this World Cup season
 
FOOTBALL fans are reminded not to drink and drive this summer, as:- THINK! is launching a new summer campaign designed to encourage drivers to choose alcohol free alternatives when planning to drive, with the....

 

The big screen is BACK in Southport creating the ultimate Football Fan Zone for World Cup

THE big screen is BACK outside the Lord Street Hotel, The Grand and Punch Tarmey's on Lord Street in Southport creating the ultimate...


"Young people tell us online spaces are increasingly unsafe" - PCC backs under 16 social media ban

MERSEYSIDE´S Police and Crime Commissioner Emily Spurrell has supported new Government plans to ban under 16s from social media...


Art Ease CIC founder Emmy Porter invited to Chancellor's small businesses celebration at 11 Downing Streets

AN award winning local social enterprise business was invited to 11 Downing Street at a special reception hosted by the UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves...


Skalli is a new artwork has been unveiled as winner of Liverpool Sculpture Prize
Photo by Adam Kendrick

MYTHOLOGY and folklore come together in this year's Liverpool Sculpture Prize winner. Skalli is a seated figure, part fish, part human, drawn from a folklore that...

 
Conservatives call on Labour to cut welfare and fund warfare

THE Conservatives have voted to call on the Government to cut welfare and fund defence, supporting the Conservative Party's motion, which was passed within their...


Super cyclist sets off on 215 mile Southport to Edinburgh ride to raise funds for Forget Me Not Dementia Cafes

ON Friday, 19 June 2026, Ricky Webb set off on a fundraising..


'The Under Achievers' - Cast and Crew Pre-Distribution Preview / Premier Showing

WE had the pleasure of joining the Crew and Crew of a locally produced TV Movie, called...

Southport Marks Windrush Day 2026 with Celebration, Reflection and Community Spirit
Report:- Gemma Collins & photos:- SACHA

ON 19 June 2026, Southport's  African Caribbean community came together to...
 

 

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