Furious campaigners say ‘no’ to new road
Angry campaigners say they will continue their fight to stop Highways England building a major new road.
Council rejects call to back ‘people’s vote’
A woman has failed in her bid to force Sefton Council to back a second referendum on Brexit.
Destination Paris for charity bike riders
A 500-mile cycle ride from Paris to Liverpool promises to be the toughest challenge yet for a Sefton charity.
Rotheram wins vote to be first Metro Mayor
Labour’s Steve Rotheram has been chosen by the public to become the Liverpool City Region’s Metro Mayor.
Mother searching for late son’s artwork
A mother is searching for her late son’s artwork which is thought to be in storage in South Liverpool.
JMU Journalism’s news review of 2016
Shock election results and the new Hillsborough Inquests verdicts formed just part of a hectic news cycle in 2016.
Police crackdown on local cannabis farms
Merseyside Police has launched a major bid to remove cannabis farms across the region.
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.
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.
Carers dedicate years to loved ones
Young carers in Merseyside are among the longest-serving, unpaid carers in the country, according to new statistics.
Mystery runner is social media hit
A mystery runner has been spotted sprinting around Liverpool, wearing just a pair of gloves and running shorts.
‘Women in Business’ group launched
An organisation which helps women with their business ideas has been launched in the Merseyside region.
Sniffer dogs uncover illegal tobacco
Sniffer dogs have helped to uncover more than £4,000 worth of contraband cigarettes.
Protest at pitch fees hike
Thousands of boys and girls did not play football this weekend, protesting at the rise in the cost of using football pitches.