New student buildings boom goes on
November 11, 2015
Will developments mean Smithdown Road student community switch to living in the city centre?
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Anti-fracking camp facing eviction
November 11, 2015
A protest group has been told to move on from its base after losing a court battle over its future.
Women ‘working for free until end of year’
November 11, 2015
Average figures suggest that women are effectively working for free between now and the end of the year.
Sponsors considered to keep mounted police
November 9, 2015
Merseyside Police chiefs are considering asking businesses for sponsors to keep their mounted force running.
Chelsea fan sacked after ‘Scouse scum’ rant
November 9, 2015
The Chelsea fan who went on an abusive rant following Liverpool’s 3-1 win at Stamford Bridge has been sacked by the law firm where he...
Storm Abigail to bring more chaos to region
November 9, 2015
The UK’s first named storm has hit the North West over recent days, disrupting travel across Merseyside.
Official hits out over Trade Union Bill
November 9, 2015
New legislation aimed at curbing union powers has been has been labelled an assault on workers' rights by one local official.
City falls silent on Remembrance Sunday
November 8, 2015
Thousands of people gathered at events across Merseyside for Remembrance Sunday, with the main tribute at St George's Hall.
Moreton service at new cenotaph location
November 8, 2015
A Remembrance Sunday service was held at a new cenotaph location in Moreton, despite fears it may not go ahead.
Gallery: ‘Weeping Window’ poppies
November 8, 2015
The much-anticipated 'Weeping Window' poppies display opened to the public at St George's Hall.
Leveson’s advice for journalism students
November 5, 2015
JMU Journalism students were among those welcomed to the second LJMU Chancellor Reception in London.
Survey reveals bullying and sexting increase
November 5, 2015
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’
November 3, 2015
Britain’s ‘boozing cities’, including Liverpool and the Wirral, were named and shamed in Westminster.
Huge send-off at PC Dave Phillips funeral
November 2, 2015
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
November 2, 2015
The iconic ‘Weeping Window’ poppies have now arrived in Liverpool and are being prepared for display.
Liam honoured by walk in his memory
November 2, 2015
A march in memory of LJMU student Liam Fletcher was held to highlight the dangers of depression.
Police apologise for ‘rape joke’ tweets
November 2, 2015
Merseyside Police officials were forced to apologise after tweets were published over 'joke' references to rape.
‘Cuts cost lives’, warns local firefighter
November 2, 2015
A Merseyside firefighter has gone viral on Facebook after warning that cuts to the fire and rescue service will cost lives.