JMU Journalism news review of 2017
December 23, 2017
We look back at some of the major stories and events of 2017, both locally and nationally.
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Anger over Knowsley’s parks being sold off
December 6, 2017
Locals are protesting following the news that Knowsley Council will be selling 17 of its parks for development.
Festive fundraiser rounds off our year
December 5, 2017
JMU Journalism finished off this year's newsdays in seasonal style with our Christmas jumpers charity efforts.
‘Psychic’ pig predicts Liverpool derby win
December 4, 2017
A 'psychic' pig living on Merseyside has predicted that Liverpool will win Sunday's derby clash with Everton.
World’s biggest Santa Dash is back in town
December 3, 2017
Thousands of Father Christmas lookalikes invaded town for the 14th annual Liverpool Santa Dash.
Christmas Ball smashes charity record
December 1, 2017
A record-breaking night at the third annual JMU Journalism Christmas Ball ensured a 'grand' total for Macmillan.
Bid to lower voting age set to flounder
November 30, 2017
Time is running out on a Parliamentary private member's bill that aims to lower the minimum voting age to 16,
Landmark renovation leads to road closures
November 29, 2017
Work being carried out on the India Buildings may leave city centre roads closed or affected until April next year.
Allardyce named as new Everton boss
November 29, 2017
Everton have chosen ex-England boss Sam Allardyce as their new manager to take over from David Unsworth.
Rail overhaul ‘may lead to capital commuters’
November 29, 2017
HS2 and HS3 could lead to people commuting to work from Liverpool to London, according to a new study.
Hillsborough survivors’ tribute unveiled
November 27, 2017
A tribute plaque has been unveiled to honour and recognise the survivors of the Hillsborough disaster.
Public reacts to royal engagement news
November 27, 2017
We ask people in Liverpool for their response to the engagement of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
Police chief’s plea to tackle violent crime
November 22, 2017
Merseyside Police Chief Constable Andy Cooke calls for communities to help eliminate the problem of violent crime.
Trans community remembers its victims
November 20, 2017
Transgender Day of Remembrance has been a day of significance for the community for the last 18 years.
Plan to revive Strawberry Field is real
November 20, 2017
A project is underway to revive the Strawberry Field landmark made world-famous by The Beatles.
Ofsted success for local primary school
November 20, 2017
A local school has overcome its turbulent past and making rapid improvements after having seven head teachers in four years.
Inspirational strength to fund cancer treatment
November 15, 2017
An amuptee cancer patient hand-cycled along Hadrian's Wall to help raise money in his battle for survival.
Director discusses new Shankly documentary
November 15, 2017
The director of a new Bill Shankly documentary describes how the Scotsman's values still resinate in Liverpool.