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Archbishop of
York, Dr John Sentamu visits Formby on last day of Diocese of
Liverpool Tour
THE Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, visited
Formby Point and St Luke's Church on Saturday, 9 March 2019 in his mission
to get bring God into more people's lives. The day started on a very windy
Lifeboat Road Car Park, when locals, many from Formby churches of all
denominations, met up with the National Trust Rangers to help clean the
boardwalk and clear rubbish from the beach at Formby Point. Then, after all
had returned to the car park, the Archbishop gave a very engaging and
apposite sermon, reflecting on both religion and our stewardship of the
planet. A video of these activities on Formby beach area, can be seen below.
Then, absolutely on cue, in response to a prayer...
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Largest Independent Craft Gin Festival is coming to Liverpool
HELPING Constellations go out with a bang, Gin Fever will take place on
12 April and 13 April 2019, with 120+ gins and will take full advantage of the industrial
setting in the heart of the Baltic Triangle; a space known for hosting some of
the best...
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Children's author donates sales of Share Some Secrets book to NSPCC
AN award winning children's author is donating all future sales of 1 of
her titles to a children's charity. Christina, an honorary NSPCC Council member,
wrote a book entitled Share Some Secrets, which encourages children to think
about the difference between good and troublesome secrets...
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Colleges 'fire it up' for National Apprenticeship Week 2019
IN support of National Apprenticeship
Week 2019, St Helens College and Knowsley Community College are celebrating the
outstanding successes of current apprentices, promoting apprenticeship
opportunities to young people and...
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The dinosaurs are coming - Liverpool 1 prepares for Jurassic invasion
VISITORS to Liverpool 1 will be transported back millions of years;
via the latest technology; when a futuristic dinosaur hunt launches this
Spring. Everyone who comes to the retail destination will have the chance to
chase Raptors, follow Apatasauruses and, of course, hide from the...
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Cast announced for 'Zog' and 1st look at the puppets...
THE full cast and creative team for the
world premiere stage adaptation of Zog has been announced. The production is
based on the book by...
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Liverpool takes step closer to becoming Unicef Child Friendly City
LIVERPOOL has reached a milestone in its ambition to become the 1st Unicef
Child Friendly City in the North West. In November 2018, following work with
partner agencies and young people, the City Council submitted a bid to the
global children's organisation which cemented...
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Big Book of Best Practice up for big healthcare award
A communications initiative aiming to share best practice across local
NHS services and beyond has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award.
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust's (CWP) 'Big Book of...'
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Nursing Recruitment Event for Southport and Ormskirk Hospitals
ON Saturday, 23 March 2019, Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust
will be hosting a nursing recruitment event, running from 11am to 3pm. This will
be at Southport Hospital, within the Clinical Education Centre...
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2 Letters to Editor:-
"Application to Sefton M B C for a Premises, Entertainment and Alcohol
Licence at Orrell Hill Lane. Hightown."
"I would like to object to the above licence
application on the following grounds:- Concern regarding increased crime levels,
antisocial behaviour, noise pollution, traffic congestion and damage to
natural..."
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Ambulance Service praised by minister for apprenticeships
APPRENTICES at North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) met with Rt Hon Anne
Milton MP, Minister of State for Apprenticeships and Skills and Chris Green MP
for Bolton...
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Brown Turner Ross Solicitors
honoured for helping to secure vital funds for Cancer Research UK
BROWN Turner Ross Solicitors in Southport has been recognised by Cancer
Research UK after facilitating over ₤450,000 worth of gifts from people choosing
to leave a legacy to the charity in their will. Solicitors, Matthew Skeels...
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Jack sends a heartfelt message to Liverpool employers
AFTER being out of work for nearly 2 years, Jack Smith is delighted with
his new role as a receptionist working for easyHotel, but he has a heartfelt
message for other City employers:- "Please don't..."
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New bike ride guide tells tale of Region's female powerhouses
THE Birkdale road where women and children's champion Christiana Hartley
once lived, the West Kirby School attended by actress Glenda Jackson and the
Liverpool site where Josephine Butler started life changing work with the poor
are just some of the destinations featured in a new publication...
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Liverpool showcases latest NHS digital technologies to support patients
THE 1st digital testing space of its kind in the NHS the:- 'Livernerds
Lab' has opened in Liverpool, to test the latest digital technology to
support patient care. The lab consists of 2 specialised areas a:- 'Smart Room,'
which simulates a Hospital room, and a...
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Artists and photographers needed
WHETHER you're a keen artist, an
enthusiastic photographer or have found your Grandad's original paintings in the
attic, Trinity Arts annual art exhibition is for you. This regular art show,
which forms part of the Southport Festival...
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Southport Aldi raises ₤4,000 for Teenage Cancer Trust
STAFF and customers at Aldi's Southport store have helped to donate over
₤4,000 to Teenage Cancer Trust as part of the supermarket's efforts to raise
₤5million for the charity over 5 years. Employees at the store have taken part
in a variety...
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Autism Art Exhibition at Wayfarers Arcade Inspired by the Greats
VISITORS to The Wayfarers Arcade will see how autistic pupils at
Southport's Peterhouse School have been inspired by great artists as the
shopping centre plays host to the School's annual art exhibition.
The exhibition...
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Consultation launched on new landlord licensing scheme
LIVERPOOL City Council is launching a public consultation on a 5 year
extension to its pioneering landlord licensing scheme set to be introduced on 1
April 2020. To run for the next 12 weeks, the consultation aims to garner views
on a range of topics including the cost of the licence, the...
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New generation of construction workers get careers boost from Lovell
BIRKENHEAD housing developer Lovell showcased its work building the next
generation of construction workers during National Apprenticeship Week. Joinery
student Finlay Hughes has just completed a week of valuable industry experience
on site with Lovell at its Fiveways...
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Liverpool salaries skyrocket, as the City's employers struggle to fill
vacancies
AVERAGE salaries for new roles in Liverpool jumped by a staggering 12%,
in February 2019, as the City's employers struggled to find the talent they need to
fill their roles. That's according to the latest job market data...
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Warning as new Council Tax
scam email spotted
A new fake email targeting businesses
has been spotted in many local businesses in boxes. This email is reportedly
from the Council and says you have an overpayment on your Council Tax.
Often it is marked as "high priority' next to the subject header.
Plus it is often it's sent from an email that...
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Freshfields Animal Rescue - Maple story
ON 18 November 2018, staff at the Liverpool branch of Freshfields were
left reeling over the horrific condition of an injured puppy that was
brought to our door. Although we were told the puppy had been found in the
street, her injuries pointed strongly to her having been...
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Merseyside Arts Festival Promises Movies and Musicals
CROSBY based Opera Viva will be 'On Broadway,' at Whiston Town Hall, on
Saturday, 29 June 2019, promising an array of classic songs picked from among the
great American musicals.
Festival favourites Maghull Wind Orchestra are back in Town on the following
night for a rousing...
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Award winning publicans soar high with Spitfire Pub and Kitchen opening
EI Publican Partnerships together with experienced multi operators, Adam
and Sue Franklin have revitalised:- The Spitfire Pub and Kitchen, Ainsdale,
following a major ₤300,000 joint investment...
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Warning over 'drugs in pubs'
A licensing expert is warning businesses operating in the sector to be
aware of their responsibilities when it comes to tackling drug use in pubs and
other venues. Malcolm Ireland, Head of Leisure and Licensing, at Regional law ...
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Charity
training for struggling small charities in Liverpool
MERSEYSIDE Police Detectives
investigating the murder of James Taylor, in Liverpool, on Thursday, 7 February
2019, have issued CCTV images of a Private Hire Taxi that they are looking to
trace. The dark coloured vehicle, possibly a Hyundai I40, was seen in the area
of Addison Street and Midghall Street, at around 8pm, on the night 34 year old,
Mr Taylor...
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More than ½ of North West Residents
believe University isn't worth the debt
54% of North West residents believe
spending thousands of pounds on a University Degree is not worth the debt when
it comes to improving career chances, according to new research from Greene
King. The research, which was conducted for the UK's leading hospitality
apprenticeship provider to mark National Apprenticeship Week, that runs from 4
March to 8 March 2019, found 64% would consider an apprenticeship as the most
useful start to their career, and 80% see an apprenticeship as an attractive
alternative to University. However, 63%...
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Care home fined for breaking fire safety rules
A South Liverpool care home has been ordered to pay costs of more than
₤11,000 for breaching a string of fire safety regulations. Stapely Care Home was
ordered to pay a ₤6,000 fine plus costs after pleading guilty at Liverpool
Magistrates' Court to 5 breaches of:- 'The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order
2005.'
The North Mossley Hill Road premises, which are run by a charitable trust, were
inspected on 26 April, 2018 and a series of significant breaches was found. It
was felt the seriousness of these breaches put the lives of staff and residents;
some vulnerable; at significant risk, compelling Merseyside Fire and Rescue
Authority to bring...
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Macmillan gives around ₤596,600 in grants to people with cancer in Merseyside
in 2018 thanks to donations
MACMILLAN Cancer Support awarded grants of around ₤596,600 to people with
cancer in Merseyside in financial hardship last year thanks to funds raised by
its supporters. Around ₤206,500 in Macmillan grants helped people with cancer in
Merseyside to pay for heating or clothing as having cancer can mean you feel the
cold more or may be spending more time at home between treatments. And
approximately ₤28,000 was given to people with cancer...
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End to unnecessary benefit reassessments for disabled pensioners in the North
West
OVER 43,000 disabled pensioners in the North West will no longer have to
go through unnecessary reassessments for disability benefits, Work and Pensions
Secretary Amber Rudd has said. Around 270,000 people receiving Personal
Independence Payment (PIP) who have reached State Pension age will no longer
have their awards regularly reviewed, instead moving to a light touch review
every 10 years. The changes are part of a wider package of measures announced by
Amber Rudd, signalling...
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Apprenticeships at Lancashire Care
LANCASHIRE Care NHS Foundation Trust is committed to providing
alternatives opportunities to College and University to help people develop in
to long-term successful careers. Apprenticeships offer people with an
alternative route into skilled employment and are a great way to earn whilst you
learn and gain vital work experience. They are available to people of all ages
making them a great option for anyone looking to change their career path,
improve their skills in order to secure a new role or re-enter employment after
taking time out. Undertaking an Apprenticeship at the Trust provides people...
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Offshore wind is 1st renewable technology to agree Sector Deal with
Government
THE offshore wind industry is welcoming today's landmark announcement of
a Sector Deal with the UK's Government. The agreement will help to create tens of
thousands of highly skilled jobs across the UK and attract billions of pounds in
investment to this country.
This is the 1st Sector Deal for a renewable energy technology. It puts
offshore wind at the centre of the nation's clean, affordable and reliable
energy system, almost quadrupling our capacity from 7.9 gigawatts now to at
least 30GW by 2030...
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Liverpool City Region
leaders outline action plan in fight against violence against women and girls
LIVERPOOL City Region leaders has
marked International Women's Day by detailing their progress towards a
comprehensive action plan for tackling Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG).
Metro Mayor, Steve Rotheram and Deputy Police Commissioner, Cllr Emily Spurrell,
are working to develop a long term strategy aimed at ending VAWG across the City
Region. Since announcing plans to develop the strategy at a summit convened by
the Metro Mayor in 2017, they have been...
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North West residents left with little to no disposable salary
PEOPLE living in the North West have just ₤293.32 of disposable income
each month, less than ₤10 a day, a study has found. The recent poll,
commissioned by Salary Finance, found that after paying out for their rent and
mortgage, utility bills, food and other living expenses, just a small amount of
'spare' cash is left over for the lighter things in life. In comparison
to the nation this means people in the North West are better off than the
national average, which sees people left with ₤276 of disposable income each
month. Of those...
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In good hands - Safe Families for Children wins national award for supporting
families
CHARITY which has helped over 7000 children since 2013 earns highest
recognition from leading think tank. National charity Safe Families for
Children, who partner with local Councils across the area, has won a Centre for
Social Justice (CSJ) Award for its work connecting isolated families with
volunteers in their community. The prize, presented on Tuesday evening at a
prestigious venue in Central London, includes a ₤10,000 grant and promotion of
the organisation's vital work before an audience of influential...
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Liverpool's Fusion Festival announce a new, 1 day event, 'Fusion
Presents,' headlining:- 'Kings of Leon'
THE team behind Liverpool's Fusion
Festival announce a new, 1 day event, Fusion Presents; which will be headlined
by Kings of Leon. Fusion Presents which will launch, on Friday, 30 August 2019,
will be headlined by rock superstars:- 'Kings of Leon' who will be
performing a UK festival exclusive set in the heart of Liverpool. They will be
supported by a stellar line up of talent including:- Franz Ferdinand, Echo and...
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Marking International Women's Day,
Liverpool City Council have inviting community organisations to join efforts to
eliminate 'period poverty'
LIVERPOOL City Council have been asking
the local community and not for profit organisations to join the:- 'End
Period Poverty, Period Campaign' by making free feminine hygiene
products available. The aim is to give:- 'period dignity' to
women, and the initiative is being led by Councillor Anna Rothery, mayoral lead
for equality and race, who...
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Man dies after falling from
2nd floor of the Museum of Liverpool
MERSEYSIDE Police have
confirmed that the emergency services attended to an incident on
Sunday, 3 March 2019, at the Museum of Liverpool. We are told that
Police and Paramedics were called to the Museum of Liverpool, at
Mann Island, just after 11am, to reports that a man had fallen from
the 2nd floor of the Museum's Atrium. Merseyside Police Officers who
were 1st at the scene attempted CPR on the 38 year old male, until
the paramedics arrived, but sadly he was pronounced dead a short
while later. The death is being treated as unexplained at this
stage, but it is not believed...
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UK Hot Cars holds another successful monthly
meet in Southport
ON Sunday, 3 March 2019, UK Hot Cars (UKHC) held it's
monthly meet on the banks of Southport's Marine Lake. Despite the bad weather,
cars and petrol heads still came out to what is a local friendly car community
event! At the same time, some of the drivers also took part in the monthly
litter collection, that they do when the meet up on the Pier side of the Kings
Gardens, better known as the Lower Promenade. Marshalled by the UKHC Team those
attending enjoy a safe and enjoyable afternoon in Southport, often leaving their
cars at the static event and heading in to Town to shop and also grab a bacon
butty, along with a brew, at the Marine Lake Cafe. This is now the clubs 16th
Year...
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