Rise in abandoned boxer dogs
The last five years Liverpool has seen an increase in abandoned boxer dogs as a result of over-breeding and the recession.
Threshold Festival talent showcase
The Threshold Festival is back for a third year to give grassroots artists and musicians a platform to perform.
Students back cuts petition
A campaign against government spending cuts has gained an overwhelming number of signatures so far.
Legends to headline Bestival benefit
Two Liverpool music legends will headline a fundraising night in memory of the Bestival coach crash victims.
BBC’s Worldwide appeal on show
The BBC Worldwide Showcase saw stars come to Liverpool as some of the best British shows were sold to TV networks from around the world.
Landlords go back to Class
The city’s first landlord accreditation scheme intends to help raise standards in rented accommodation across Liverpool.
Brutal blogger launches book
Ex Desperate Scousewives cast member and keen celeb blogger Jaiden Micheal is set to launch his first book this week.
New life plan for old buildings
A Liverpool-based social enterprise is working with locals to develop a deeper understanding of the city’s past.
Firms glam up for Lifestyle Awards
Businesses and people from Merseyside walked the red carpet at the annual Liverpool Lifestyle Awards.
Bid to cut Wirral teenage boozing
Wirral Council is set to launch the first Community Alcohol Partnership in the North West to tackle underage drinking.
Charity takes a bath to raise money
A Liverpool charity is trying a new way to raise money by hosting its first ever ‘gong bath’.
Film festival comes to Liverpool
A new film festival opens in Liverpool aiming to promote raw talent in the North of England as well as the rest of the world.
Schools boosted by £2.1million revamp
Two special needs schools in Woolton are set to benefit from a £2.1million refurbishment.
International Jazz Festival announced
The Capstone Theatre has announced a new Liverpool International Jazz Festival opening later this month.
Zoo names new baby elephant Bala
Chester Zoo has named its new baby elephant Bala Hi Way following a public vote.
Anfield boxers in Comic Relief boost
Local young boxers have been awarded a £5,000 grant from Comic Relief to create their own gym.
Autism charity opens £2.5m appeal
A local charity has launched an ambitious £2.5m appeal to help families care for loved ones who have autism.
Please Please Me revived at Cavern
The 50th anniversary of the Beatles first single reaching the top of the UK chart was marked by a tribute gig at the Cavern.