Survey reveals bullying and sexting increase
There has been a significant increase in bullying and sexting in schools across St Helens, according to a council survey.
Concern over growing issue of ‘booze abuse’
Britain’s ‘boozing cities’, including Liverpool and the Wirral, were named and shamed in Westminster.
Huge send-off at PC Dave Phillips funeral
Around 2,000 mourners, including up to a thousand UK policemen and women, paid tribute to PC Dave Phillips at his cathedral funeral.
Poppies in town as display is created
The iconic ‘Weeping Window’ poppies have now arrived in Liverpool and are being prepared for display.
Liam honoured by walk in his memory
A march in memory of LJMU student Liam Fletcher was held to highlight the dangers of depression.
Police apologise for ‘rape joke’ tweets
Merseyside Police officials were forced to apologise after tweets were published over ‘joke’ references to rape.
‘Cuts cost lives’, warns local firefighter
A Merseyside firefighter has gone viral on Facebook after warning that cuts to the fire and rescue service will cost lives.
Sugar tax call by local councillor
A call has been made for a local sugar tax and better labelling of food packaging to help reduce the hidden amounts that people consume.
Charity to feed OAPs at Christmas faces axe
A charity event that feeds the elderly and vulnerable at Christmas is at risk of being axed due to lack of funding.
Historic buildings set for £50m investment
Liverpool City Council is hoping to invest over £50m in the restoration of some of the city’s most at-risk historic buildings.
Final salute at Kendall’s cathedral funeral
Everton legend Howard Kendall was honoured by Blues and Reds as his funeral was held at Liverpool’s Anglican Cathedral.
Efforts to avoid further police cuts
Liverpool’s streets could go unpatrolled as the government demands savings from Merseyside Police.
Butchers react to red meat cancer claims
A controversial report linking red meat and processed meat to cancer has been branded “scaremongering” by one local butcher.
Student homes plans on hold for church
Controversial plans to convert a church into student accommodation have been postponed.
Student death prompts depression campaign
A campaign to fight depression and mental health issues has been launched by friends of LJMU student, Liam Fletcher.
Warning over railway crossing dangers
A stark warning has been issued to Merseyside rail users to highlight the dangers of playing on train tracks.
Council introduces ban on hoodies
A ban on hoodies covering faces has been introduced in parts of Sefton in an attempt to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour.
UK’s EU membership backed in exclusive poll
JMU Journalism asks people for their verdict over the referendum on the UK’s membership of the European Union in our street survey.