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[]The junction of Irvine Street and Mount Vernon Road in Liverpool [The junction of Irvine Street and Mount Vernon Road in Liverpool]Council makes almost 1m in fines from just one Liverpool junction
The council issued more than 74,000 fines in the past year
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Ten Signature Living projects in Liverpool city centre and what happened to them
Liverpool City Centre
Companies associated with the Signature Living brand launched several high profile development projects, before a number of Signature's individual companies fell into administration
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Patch of Liverpool land was 'once a lovely place' but now 'it's like a dump'
Dingle
People made their feelings clear when the ECHO visited the area
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Aigburth woman, 33, who died suddenly was 'well known and loved'
Aigburth
Latifah Newcombe was described as a "lovely and beautiful" person
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Sam Walker says 'I've got a brain injury' as he admits stalking woman
Sam Walker
Sam Walker was due to go on trial at Chester Crown Court
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[]Sefton Park playground vandalised again as families face further wait for repairs
Sefton Park
The council has confirmed the play area suffered further vandalism and anti-social behaviour while it was waiting for repair work to go ahead
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Birmingham firm wants to turn Sefton Park hostel into 10-bed HMO
Sefton Park
Companies House has revealed how a company 100 miles away has its eyes on a house in Sefton Park
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Everton and Liverpool legends to unite for star-studded charity match at Hill Dickinson Stadium
Hill Dickinson Stadium
The Soccer Aid-style event will bring together some of the biggest names from football, music, television and sport
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Major changes coming to Sandhills as new Everton season looms
Merseyrail
There will be a new bus stop an area for food and drink kiosks
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Merseyrail delays recap as four lines face major disruption
Merseyrail
Services are subject to delays and cancellations
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Lawrence Kenwright banned as company director after investors lose 4.8m
Maghull
The Insolvency Service said Lawrence Kenwright will be banned as a director until 2031
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'Graft phone' brought police raid to dealer's door on Smithdown Road
Widnes
Bentley Lang-Cole, 23, used a graft phone to sent hundreds of daily ads for cocaine
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Calls for Liverpool housing chief to step down over 'out of touch' HMO comments
Liverpool Council
Veteran councillor Steve Radford has called on Hetty Wood to step down over her remarks to the ECHO on HMOs
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Sir Kenny Dalglish delights staff after making visit to huge Anfield mural
Kenny Dalglish
Liverpool legend Sir Kenny Dalglish visited a giant mural dedicated to him after boxer Tony Bellew arranged for the football icon to see the artwork
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Our children had futures ahead of them that were cruelly taken away
Crime
The families of Olivia Pratt-Korbel, Ashley Dale, Sam Rimmer and Elle Edwards want their stories to encourage children to think differently about crime
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27 Lewis Capaldi fans as thousands head to huge Sefton Park show
Lewis Capaldi
In the Park Presents has returned to Sefton Park with a headline performance from Lewis Capaldi
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Jurgen Klopp mural next to iconic Baltic Triangle Wings painted over
Baltic Triangle
Two words written on the wall teased what will replace it
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'Special' 600k Bold Street restaurant up for sale as owners explain why
Liverpool restaurants
The restaurant only opened at the start of November 2025
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A flip of a coin brought me here and now we run one of the city's most popular cafes
Food and drink
Borja and Natasha Castro spoke to the ECHO about their popular sandwich shop, getting married and what comes next
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Family and kids20 free things to do with the kids in and around Merseyside during the summer holidays
It doesn't have to cost a fortune to entertain your children
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'We've been boxed in, pulled apart and forgotten about. Now we're fighting for our future.'
Speke
Special report: One woman is on a mission to stop the community she loves being left behind and to provide a new future for the children of the area. The ECHO joined her on a local tour to hear about her vision.
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A major change could still go through at Anfield as road closure plan hangs in the balance
Anfield
A decision has yet to be made on whether Liverpool FC can host gigs in July
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The Liverpool radio station providing an alternative sound on the airwaves
Baltic Triangle
The radio station is making a big impact from its small studio in Liverpool city centre
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Win tickets to see Lewis Capaldi at Liverpool's Sefton Park
Competition
Lewis Capaldi will perform at Sefton Park this month for his biggest ever outdoor headline performance in the city
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Hotel wait goes on as Allerton Manor owners make new plans
Allerton
New plans have been submitted to the council as Allerton Manor's owners say they are still committed to delivering a hotel on a the site
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CCTV appeal after man sexually assaulted in Concert Square
Concert Square
Police have issued CCTV images of a man they believe can help with their investigation
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Speke and Southport update as UK retailer shuts another store
Speke
Dobbie has shut a number of its sites in the last few years
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Two charged after man attacked at Kensington McDonald's
Kensington
The victim was taken to hospital for his injuries
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160-year-old Liverpool landmark temporarily shuts with note on door
Liverpool City Centre
The historic building is currently undergoing maintenance
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Jason Arday 'endured three weeks of relentless scrutiny' before his death says John Moores University
Liverpool John Moores University
Professor Jason Arday, who earned his PhD at Liverpool John Moores University, died on August 14 aged 41
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Decades-old Liverpool family business that sees queues out of the door is the last of its kind
Liverpool City Centre
The shop has welcomed Liverpool families and famous faces for almost 40 years
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He kept a man and woman as his 'pigs'
Courts
Bradley Thompson had a Land Rover and Rolex and Cartier watches, his 'pigs' Cath and Tony were not so lucky
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Fireworks set off near Birkenhead Tunnel hours after wildfire emergency alert
Liverpool City Centre
The incident came just hours after an emergency alert was issued to millions of mobile phones across England and Wales
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He told 999 call he was 'like Jekyll and Hyde' as he stabbed at girlfriend's head
Courts
Thomas Britnell chillingly stated 'one side of him was telling him to stab' his bedbound partner while the other was 'telling him to stop'
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One of Zoopla's most viewed properties last month was this Tuebrook end terrace on the market for 200,000
Property
It's the ideal family home
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Katarina Johnson-Thompson supported by Jodie Comer after 'difficult' update
Katarina Johnson-Thompson
The athlete has reflected on her performance in the European Athletics Championship
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'We realised how close we were to not being here' says man who made discovery in late mum's Formby office
Seaforth
A message from the past brought the dangers of 1940 Liverpool to life for a brother and sister
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[]Brooksidepremium-liverpoolecho-light.svg [premium-liverpoolecho-light.svg]Louis Emerick on full Brookside return: 'You forget it stays in people's hearts'
The actor spoke to the ECHO in an exclusive interview about Hollyoaks, being shaped by Liverpool and whether Brookside could ever make a full return
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He took the law into his own hands when man tried to kick down his girlfriend's door
Vauxhall
Thomas Conder rammed the culprit with his van on Scotland Road, leaving him flying through the air and into the back of a taxi
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Adolescence star Owen Cooper reveals trick to how he got breakthrough Netflix role
Epstein Theatre
Director Philip Barantini shared the moment he knew Owen had something special
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'Decent family men' nearly killed man with 'utterly thuggish' actions at pub
Courts
Shaun Black sought revenge against his 'defenceless' victim after he had already been knocked out by co-defendant Christopher Peterson
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Liverpool lads 'doing their best' just opened their fourth venue
Woolton
The venue aims to be relaxed and not too student heavy
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Work underway to replace crumbling war memorial
Anfield
There are hopes the monument will be replaced in time for Remembrance services in November
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Former HMRC offices to become almost 100 flats
Liverpool Council
Imperial Court was vacated by government staff more than five years ago
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The Liverpool road which 'had a pub on every corner' is now very different
Scotland Road
Pubs were once the beating heart of the Liverpool road
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Warning to bus users ahead of major changes to services across Merseyside next month
Liverpool Combined Authority
Arriva will no longer operate buses between Liverpool and St Helens from next month
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Liverpool city centre road cordoned off after man falls from height
Liverpool City Centre
Firefighters had to use a crane to get onto the roof of a college
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Merseyside doctors are 'on the brink of burn out' with patients left at risk
Health
The British Medical Association (BMA) has warned staff shortages is leaving patients exposed to harm in our region
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Liverpool memorial to the dead thousands walk past every day without knowing
Liverpool Blitz
A poignant reminder to future generations reflects a dark period of Liverpool's history
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From This Morning to Blue Bar: The Albert Dock memories we all remember
Albert Dock
The Royal Albert Dock is marking its 180th anniversary, and the ECHO is looking back at the people, places, and moments that helped make it an iconic part of the city
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72 stunning photos as thousands witness solar eclipse across Merseyside
Liverpool City Centre
People gathered across the region to watch the rare event
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24 of your solar eclipse photos as thousands on Merseyside watch rare event
In The News
Thousands of people gathered to watch the partial solar eclipse on Wednesday evening
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Bold Street caf with broken signs and scratched tables delivers outrageously great food
Bold Street
There's a lot happening aesthetically but the food is to die for
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Liverpool trains cancelled as Met Office issues extreme heat warning
Traffic and Travel
Passengers are being asked to check for travel updates before setting off
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Street Style as city's best dressed bask in heatwave
Liverpool City Centre
"I'm all about what I can get on a budget"
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Things to do LiverpoolI can't drive so when I tried karting for the first time it didn't all go to plan
My skills on the Nintendo Wii didn't quite translate
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Inside mystery Rice Lane shop as owner says 'it's just like any other business'
Walton
The ECHO spoke to the owner of Bitcoin Repair on Rice Lane which has had people scratching their heads since it replaced the William Hill bookmakers
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Liverpool ONE a 'seaside destination' as it launches own 'beach'
Liverpool ONE
The new festival is running until the end of August
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Warning to Liverpool issued over extreme heat as new plan proposed
Liverpool Council
Council agrees to take forward proposals that could see network of "Cool Spaces" formed around city
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Liverpool store loved by Steven Gerrard and Wayne Rooney announces new plans
Liverpool ONE
The frontage of the Liverpool One shop is set for a new addition
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Sefton Live

[]Southport125 year old Merseyside building you can visit for free
The mid-Victorian observatory contains a telescope manufactured in 1869
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Fans hit out at Salt and Tar 'hour wait at bar' as 'operational issues' blamed
Bootle
Sefton Council said they are "aware of comments about extended wait times"
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Legend takes to stage as event kicks off in Bootle
Bootle
Salt and Tar has returned to Bootle for four nights of live music
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Salt and Tar 2026 drinks prices as Bootle music event kicks off
Bootle
Salt and Tar Music Weekender has returned to Bootle this week
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Students across Sefton 'can't believe it' as they open their A-level results
Sefton
Many students across Sefton achieved excellent A-level results
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MyWirral

[]WirralPlans to improve Wirral football ground given green light ahead of new seasonIt is said the new stand may encourage more spectators to attend games
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Worker suffers serious injuries in fall as Wirral council fined thousands
Wirral
Unsafe ladders remained accessible to employees
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Milestone reached in major 4m Wirral campus expansion
Wirral
The new block at the Wirral site is ready for September's intake
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New urgent and emergency care facility opens at Arrowe Park Hospital
Arrowe Park Hospital
The development will transform patients' experience
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The Bus Yard to open new venue after council gives green light
Wirral
The site will only be open for part of the year
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Knowsley

[]LiverpoolKirkby woman hasn't been paid for six months
The company responsible for making payments has apologised to everyone affected and acknowledged its service has 'not been good enough'
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'Mindless' vandals wreck new 178k Halewood play park before it even opens
Halewood
The Knowsley park was set to open for families to use over the next few days
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New details of plan for vast 700-home Knowsley development
Knowsley
The developer said it is promising to create a "sustainable and attractive" housing estate, however locals are concerned
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'Exciting time for Kirkby' as new shop confirmed for town centre
Kirkby
The new Kirkby store is set to open its doors this month
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New Prescot coffee shop where people already plan to 'pop in'
Prescot
The new coffee and crafts venue is set to confirm its opening dates, but locals are already eager to see what's inside
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St Helens Live

[]Live-eventSt Helens'Avoid the area' warning issued as fire breaks out in St Helens - live updates
People have been warned to keep their doors and windows shut
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Man paying a 'heavy price' for what he did after walking into St Helens shop
St Helens
Kye Fox had the money in his pocket to buy the alcohol but is now 'paying a heavy price' for what he did instead
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Warning to bus users ahead of major changes to services across Merseyside next month
Liverpool Combined Authority
Arriva will no longer operate buses between Liverpool and St Helens from next month
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Two huge celebrations of music nostalgia coming to St Helens
St Helens
Two huge events are set to take over Sherdley Park in St Helens
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Rape accused dies in HMP Liverpool before case goes to trial
St Helens
Thomas Kay died last month just days after his first appearance in court
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Halton

[]WidnesPolice hunt for convicted Widnes domestic abuser
Anyone who sees Scott McGuffie is urged to contact Cheshire Police or Crimestoppers
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Runcorn bridge transformed into snowy Gotham City as Batman filming returns
Runcorn Bridge
Snowy scenes arrived in Runcorn as the Silver Jubilee Bridge was transformed into Gotham City for the Batman sequel
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Widnes fire rages as 'multiple explosions' heard and smoke visible for miles
Widnes
People have been urged to keep their windows and doors shut as firefighters continue to tackle the huge blaze
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'I've worked 18 hour days for this but soon I'll lose everything'
Widnes
Chris says he will be 'in the gutter' by October
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Hundreds of people could 'lose everything' in five months time
Widnes
People working on the site have criticised the council's plans and approach
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Southport

[]SpekeSpeke and Southport update as UK retailer shuts another store
Dobbie has shut a number of its sites in the last few years
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National Television Awards 2026 full shortlist announced with Southport documentary and Race Across the World
National Television Awards
The BBC documentary has been shortlisted for an award at the prestigious ceremony
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125 year old Merseyside building you can visit for free
Southport
The mid-Victorian observatory contains a telescope manufactured in 1869
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Churchtown aviary campaigners hit back at Sefton Council as closure looms
Southport
Sefton Council confirmed in July it would look to close the aviary in March next year
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Southport shop says 'we have to trust customers have the right intention'
Southport
Co-owner Levi Bailey spoke to the ECHO about potential scalpers at his new shop
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Birkenhead

[]BirkenheadHe went on the run for six years after flooding streets with drugsKhalid Ali Ege fled to Paraguay when other members of the gang were rounded up
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Milestone reached in major 4m Wirral campus expansion
Wirral
The new block at the Wirral site is ready for September's intake
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People 'can't wait' for 'hideous' Wotsit Street to be removed
Birkenhead
The street has given Birkenhead some unwanted attention online
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Man died in Birkenhead tunnel crash as police name 24-year-old
Birkenhead Tunnel
The rider died in hospital on Wednesday
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He ran red light in front of police in Birkenhead but then his van broke down
Birkenhead
Billy Rutter went on to fracture an officer's shoulder as they wrestled in the middle of the road before he fled the scene
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