Shortlist named for Liverpool Art Prize
February 18, 2013
The artists who have been shortlisted for this year’s Liverpool Art Prize 2013 have been announced.
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Giant radios making waves on Mersey
February 18, 2013
Giant radios will be taking over radio frequencies in Merseyside this week as young people broadcast their research on Liverpool’s...
Child wheelchair waiting times reduced
February 18, 2013
Disabled children could receive wheelchairs on the same day of their assessment under a new initiative in the city.
Safety campaign targets building sites
February 18, 2013
Unsafe building sites across Merseyside are being targeted as part of a national safety campaign.
Smoke-free scheme for city play areas
February 18, 2013
A smoke-free scheme for Liverpool’s play areas has been launched to help prevent youngsters taking up the habit.
Group bids to save Allerton Golf Course
February 18, 2013
A group of local golfers is bidding to save a course Allerton amid council plans to sell the venue.
Cake bake returns for second year
February 18, 2013
A cake-baking competition to raise awareness of ovarian cancer will return to Liverpool next month.
Review: Freeze at Camp and Furnace
February 17, 2013
Liverpool-based promoters Freeze have thrown parties in historically significant locations, and this time they took over Camp and Furnace.
Review: The Room movie at Fact
February 17, 2013
It’s not every day that you’re sat in the pictures dealing with plastic spoons on the back of the head... and you really don't mind.
Obesity report hits close to home
February 17, 2013
A damning new report that highlights obesity in the UK as well as how to tackle it has been produced.
Fire crews given defibrillators
February 17, 2013
Every Merseyside Fire and Rescue crew will now be equipped with life-saving defibrillators.
Indigo City girl band find fifth member
February 16, 2013
Local girl band Indigo City have recruited their fifth member and are now working towards securing a major record deal.
Street signs spreading the love
February 15, 2013
Banners were hoisted above Liverpool’s business district this week asking what people love about some of the city’s notable streets.
Graduate praised for sea Mercy mission
February 15, 2013
A graduate from Birkenhead has returned home after assisting on board the largest hospital ship in the world.
Trio to run 2013 miles for cancer patients
February 14, 2013
Three friends are attempting to run 2,013 miles this year to raise funds for cancer patients in Merseyside.
Council may pay more for elderly care
February 14, 2013
Liverpool City Council will begin consulting on plans to increase the rate paid for elderly care in residential and nursing homes.
Students learn blind fitness skills
February 14, 2013
Bootle sports students have been taught new skills to deliver exercise and fitness to people who are visually impaired.
Events medley marks maritime heritage
February 13, 2013
Liverpool City Council will be holding three free events at the Albert Dock waterfront throughout May and June.