Cafe community ensures children are fed
Merseyside businesses have joined forces over the school half term to ensure children do not go hungry.
EXCLUSIVE: Police chief warns students over lockdown
In an exclusive interview with JMU Journalism, Merseyside Police Chief Constable Andy Cooke has outlined his frustration over a ‘minority’ of youngsters, including students, breaking lockdown rules.
Covid strikes again as Christmas markets cancelled
Liverpool’s annual Christmas Markets have been cancelled due to Covid-19, prompting public disappointment.
Tranmere Rovers sign Paul Curtis for new mural
A mural dedicated to supporters of Wirral foodbanks has been unveiled by renowned artist Paul Curtis in Birkenhead.
Black History Month: Four weeks not enough, says Gillian Joseph
Sky News presenter Gillian Joseph believes we need much more than just one month a year to discuss black history.
Thieves target ‘haunted house’ charity fundraiser (Video)
A house decorated for Halloween to raise money for charity has been flooded with donations following an attempted theft.
Positive About Play helping children through pandemic
The Positive About Play scheme has provided much needed support for children across Merseyside during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Were city mayors right to move Merseyside to Tier 3?
Liverpool Mayor Joe Anderson and Metro Mayor Steve Rotherham have come under scrutiny for allowing Merseyside to be placed into Tier 3 lockdown.
Graffiti artists dress up Wedding House
The famous Liver Bird has been given a ‘modern twist’ through an eye-catching piece of graffiti.
Teenage entrepreneur rolls through lockdown
An enterprising Wirral teenager has used lockdown to start a thriving global business.
Liverpool arts organisation attracts City Council attention
A local arts organisation has gained support from Liverpool City Council to continue aiding creatives during the coronavirus pandemic.
Pandemic’s ugly impact on city beauty industry
Liverpool hair and beauty businesses are struggling to make up for lost time since coming out of lockdown.
Black lives matter to Writing on the Wall
Writing on the Wall is celebrating the Black Lives Matter movement throughout Black History Month.
Job losses look certain at Liverpool Museums
Liverpool museums could see up to 100 full time equivalent job cuts due to financial losses caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Street artists add splash of colour to Liverpool
The Contrast Mural Festival invited artists from across the country to display their work in Liverpool.
‘Covid-friendly’ e-scooters arrive in Liverpool
Liverpool has started a year-long trial of e-scooters as a socially distanced alternative to public transport.
Kate Heathman
Kate has worked in newspapers, including the Liverpool Daily Post, where she was a sub-editor and columnist. She freelances as a journalist, and is a media consultant and media trainer.
Study Journalism at LJMU
Journalism lecturer Polly Sharpe gives an overview of what we have to offer on our courses.