Dog rescue centre full in seasonal rise
February 1, 2016
A canine rescue charity has named 2016 as the ‘year of the unwanted dog’ after reaching capacity locally.
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JMU Journalism’s news review of the year
December 29, 2015
We look back at the past 12 months to focus on the key events which made 2015 another huge year for news and sport.
Bishop treats students to great guest talk
December 10, 2015
Comedian John Bishop entertained Liverpool Screen School students with an engaging talk, featuring career guidance and anecdotes.
Grand total breaks our fundraising record
December 9, 2015
Fundraising activities by JMU Journalism students delivered more than £1,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support, smashing last year's total.
Toxteth Turner Prize joy for Assemble
December 8, 2015
Assemble's Granby 4 Streets is the toast of the arts world after being named the winner of the prestigious Turner Prize.
Bus driver’s kindness to strangers lifts spirits
December 7, 2015
Businesses have donated gifts to an Arriva bus driver to thank him for his kindness towards the homeless in Liverpool.
Jobs lost as Aintree call centre closes
December 7, 2015
Aintree call centre bosses have announced the loss of 450 jobs after confirming redundancy plans.
Sea of Santas dashes into Liverpool again
December 6, 2015
The city centre was a festive sea of red with a splash of blue as around 7,000 turned up to take part in the 2015 Liverpool Santa Dash.
Crackdown on drink and drug driving
December 6, 2015
A new Christmas campaign against drink and drug driving in Liverpool has been launched by Merseyside Police.
New Beatles statue added to waterfront
December 6, 2015
A new bronze statue of The Beatles has been unveiled on Liverpool's waterfront by John Lennon’s sister, Julia Baird.
Cabbies asked to listen for trafficking clues
December 6, 2015
An anti-trafficking charity in Liverpool has launched a new campaign in an attempt to make taxi drivers more aware of modern-day slavery.
Anger over more student housing plans
December 4, 2015
Disputed plans to convert the Hahnmann Building into student accommodation get the green light despite opposition.
Teachers launch strike action at Crosby school
December 3, 2015
Teachers at a Crosby school began strike action in response to what they claim is 'excessive bureaucracy.’
Huge success at first charity Christmas Ball
December 3, 2015
Hopes and expectations were extremely high, but the JMU Journalism Christmas Ball truly lived up to its billing.
Police chief cautious over cuts reprieve
December 1, 2015
Merseyside's most senior police officer gave a cautious welcome to the news that widely-expected budget cuts to his force did not...
Marchers mobilise over climate change
November 30, 2015
Hundreds of activists marched through the centre of Liverpool on a day of global action over climate change.
Campaign to keep women’s hospital open
November 30, 2015
A group of Merseyside mothers will lobby the Liverpool Women’s Hospital board in an attempt to influence the future of the facility.
Late night buses to run over festive period
November 30, 2015
People in Liverpool embracing the party spirit can now ride home on additional bus services.