Campaign to keep women’s hospital open
A group of Merseyside mothers will lobby the Liverpool Women’s Hospital board in an attempt to influence the future of the facility.
Local drivers facing long wait to take tests
Learner drivers across Merseyside are facing excessive waits to take their practical test due to a shortage of examiners.
‘Hope’ for homeless as winter descends
One of Liverpool’s organisations to help the homeless is stepping up its patrols to hand out food, clothing and hot drinks.
Mayor warns of further social care cuts
Liverpool City Council has warned that local social care services will have to be “hollowed-out” due to government budget cuts.
Cuts plan for Council Tax Support scheme
Liverpool City Council is considering making cuts to its Council Tax Support scheme in a bid to save £4m.
Green light needed for £5m on traffic signals
Around £5m will be needed to upgrade traffic lights in parts of Liverpool, with some signals using technology that is nearly 50 years old.
Two new mental health hospitals planned
Merseyside could be getting two new mental health hospitals to follow on from the Clock View facility.
Train station hosts music contest final
Local musicians will be competing in the Merseyrail Sound Station competition at Moorfields station.
Sponsors considered to keep mounted police
Merseyside Police chiefs are considering asking businesses for sponsors to keep their mounted force running.
Music event to raise funds for refugees
An arts and music event will take place to raise funds for people seeking refuge in Liverpool.
Storm Abigail to bring more chaos to region
The UK’s first named storm has hit the North West over recent days, disrupting travel across Merseyside.
Shoebox appeal to help local homeless
An appeal has been launched to fill shoeboxes with everyday essentials to help the homeless in Merseyside.
New sports hub opened in Liverpool
Newsham Park welcomed a new addition to its grounds as Mayor Joe Anderson opened the fifth Action Sports Hub.
Wirral Beer Festival back on tap
The Wirral’s very own beer festival is back for its third edition next week.
Poppies in town as display is created
The iconic ‘Weeping Window’ poppies have now arrived in Liverpool and are being prepared for display.
Welfare cuts ‘force thousands into poverty’
Plans to slash welfare benefits will force thousands of Liverpool children into poverty, according to two new reports.
Marathon effort for PC Phillips fund
A Wirral man will run three marathons in three days to raise funds after the death of PC David Phillips.
Number of low-wage jobs on the rise
The number of workers being paid less than the recommended living wage is rising, according to new statistics.