Merseynewslive

01/03/2024

LJMU journalism students inspired by visit to Sky News , RTS news channel of the year.

29/03/2023

Outpouring of love for Paul O’Grady: ‘A trailblazer and inspiration to the LGBT+ community’

The 67-year-old comedian, and a big supporter of the LGBTQ+ community has sadly passed away.Known for his drag queen persona Lily Savage, also known as Paul O’Grady, died "unexpectedly but peacefully" on Tuesday evening.

29/03/2023

Animal sanctuary offers neutering scheme to ease ‘kitten season’ crisis. Cats can breed all year round but unfortunately it increases greatly during the spring and summer.

The start of British summertime brings with it light nights, happier moods and the hope of sunshine, yet for cats and kittens it can be a miserable time.

29/03/2023

Liverpool’s parks will be protected for the future generations in a collaboration between charity Fields In Trust and the Liverpool City Council.

Liverpool's parks will be enshrined for the future generations in a collaboration between the charity Fields in Trust and the City Council.

29/03/2023

Liverpool is getting ready for 'one hell of a show', with exciting Eurovision Song Contest festival.

Liverpool unveils details of art for Eurofestival, a fusion collaboration between British and Ukrainian artists

29/03/2023

Liverpool John Moores University is saddened by the tragic passing of honorary fellow Paul O'Grady.

Paul O’Grady, television legend has died, aged 67. Born in Tranmere, Paul O’Grady was TV star, comedian, presenter, loved and adored by many. The Merseyside star’s death has shocked the nation, with many tributes pouring in. He tragically passed, “unexpectedly but peacefully”, on Tuesday e...

29/03/2023

The cost of childcare in Liverpool is causing mothers to remain out of work following maternity leave as the average cost of 20 nurseries in Liverpool, for just one day is £46.13.

The cost of childcare in Liverpool is a major factor in mother's considering returning to work, or staying home with their children.

29/03/2023

"Suffragette love story brought vividly to life" - check out our latest review on Ladyfriends, which was performed at Shakespeare North Playhouse.

Annie and Christabel are dating. Historians dispute this on the grounds of 'inaccuracies' and 'lack of scholastic rigour' and 'the over-interpretation of the fact that women shared bedrooms'.

29/03/2023

The nation is shock after the sudden passing of television legend, Paul O'Grady. Tributes and reactions have been flooding in all morning.

Tributes are being shared on social media for TV star and comedian Paul O’Grady after he died suddenly at the age of 67 on Tuesday evening.

15/03/2023

Do you enjoy neo-jazz music? Check out this review and interview of Ni Maxine at Sudley House for National Museums Liverpool. She spoke with Merseynewslive about upcoming shows, pre-show rituals and self love.

Neo-jazz singer-songwriter Ni Maxine appeared in a performance on Wednesday March 1 at the historical Sudley House in Aigburth.

15/03/2023

https://merseynewslive.co.uk/2023/03/15/i-want-more-money-for-those-who-need-it-people-declare-budget-hopes/
The people of Liverpool shared their pre-budget hopes with us.

Merseynewslive visited Chester and Liverpool to find out what people were hoping for ahead of today's Spring Budget.

15/03/2023

'Save the trees' among key protests against Springfield Park building plans.
What do you think about it?

A petition to save trees threatened by building plans near Alder Hey Hospital has reached 1,800 signatures.

15/03/2023

https://merseynewslive.co.uk/2023/03/15/toxteth-teenagers-mission-to-transform-eyesore-into-community-garden/
Khan Odita, at just 15, is revitalising his Toxteth community by transforming a fly-tipping eyesore into a public garden.

A Toxteth teenager is at the heart of an extraordinary project to transform a garden close to his home.

15/03/2023

https://merseynewslive.co.uk/2023/03/13/charities-react-to-mbe-awarded-to-liverpools-james-milner/
Local Liverpool legend is awarded MBE, to the delight of charities he has supported.

Legendary Liverpool midfielder James Milner received an MBE this week for his services to football and charity.

15/03/2023

https://merseynewslive.co.uk/2023/03/14/merseyside-mother-daughter-powerhouse-shortlisted-in-national-panto-awards/
Panto is for everyone of all ages, as we can see from this mother-daughter duo.

Regal Entertainments Ltd is celebrating after being shortlisted in four categories at the prestigious National Panto Awards 2023.

15/03/2023

https://merseynewslive.co.uk/2023/03/15/7-liverpools-coffee-gems-you-shouldnt-miss/
Coffee is usually the drink of choice at this time of day. If you're stuck on where to get some of the good stuff, maybe give this a read.

7 local places where coffee is not just a beverage - it's an experience. Here's a list of Liverpool's best spots in the city center.

15/03/2023

The funeral of teenager Brianna G**y takes place today. The family have requested privacy in this time.
https://merseynewslive.co.uk/2023/03/15/funeral-of-tragic-teen-brianna-ghey-will-take-place-today/

15/03/2023

Sons, daughters, and children everywhere should be thinking of how they'll be spending their money come Sunday.

We all love to spoil our mums on Mother’s Day and all Mothers deserve a special gift to let them know you’re thinking of them on 19 March.

15/03/2023

The Liverpool Chamber of Commerce had their own thoughts to share ahead of today's Budget statement.

The leader of Liverpool's Chamber of Commerce has shared his hopes and thoughts with MNL ahead of today's (March 15) Budget statement.

15/03/2023

Shakespeare North Playhouse honours Sir Ken Dodd with successful performance garden named after him.

Shakespeare North Playhouse has just opened its new Sir Ken Dodd performance garden area, in tribute to the late comedian, and with it, a jam-packed season of performances.

15/03/2023

Merseyside Police's 'Walk and Talk' initiative seeks to improve safety conditions for people in the community.
How do you feel about it? Have you ever felt unsafe walking your own streets?

The new initiative in Liverpool will see women and girls joining police officers on patrol to 'walk and talk' and share their concerns about safety.

15/03/2023

https://merseynewslive.co.uk/2023/03/15/huyton-nursery-staff-walk-out-over-unfair-pay-dispute/
Huyton Nursery staff staged a walk out to protest their unfair pay conditions. MNL journalists spoke with them on the topic. Read more below:

Orchard Day Nursery staff in Huyton are holding the first of three strikes today after they have been offered a pay rise below minimum wage.

15/03/2023

https://merseynewslive.co.uk/2023/03/15/tardis-time-ranking-all-13-doctors-from-doctor-who/
David Tennant's rumoured return has some of our journalists feeling nostalgic. Take a look at all 13 Doctors, in ranked order.

'Red Nose Day' is this Friday 17, and teased in the trailers is the returning David Tennant as the 14th Doctor.

23/02/2023

University strikes which were set to continue throughout February have been called off.

The decision to pause industrial action across Liverpool universities was made after teaching union the UCU reported on making ‘significant progress on a range of issues.’

These include levelling pay gaps, reducing workloads, and setting of time limits for negotiations on tackling casual contracts.

February strikes have been paused, however the UCU emphasises this is to allow ongoing negotiations to take place.

The UCU have also confirmed that strikes happening in March will still be going ahead on the 16th, 17th, 20th, 21st and 22nd.

Saira Weiner, Union representative told Merseynewslive: “Nobody wants to take strike action. We care about our students, we care about higher education. But we’ve been left with no alternative to make changes.

"We’ve had a 25% pay cut before this dispute started since 2009 and now with inflation, food prices have been going up by 17%.

"We’re effectively working for more than two days a week for free.”

The UCU announced: “Before going into details of the progress we have made, we want to make it absolutely clear that this is simply a pause.

"And alongside this, we will be continuing with the campaign to deliver another massive YES vote in the re-ballot.”

23/02/2023

Were you at the anti-racism rally on Saturday? Share your comments and pictures with us.

Hundreds of protesters gathered in Liverpool to show their support for refugees.

The protest included a line-up of performances and speeches, one of the speakers being activist and writer Chantelle Lunt.

Former leader of the Labour Party Jeremy Corbyn was part of the event.

He said: “It’s about uniting people together, it’s about exciting a young generation of what can be achieved in the future. That’s why our demonstrations are important, because they bring us together.”

People were seen with signs in support of refugees and asylum seekers.

Jeremy Corbyn talked about recent events in Knowsley when there were violent clashes outside the Suites Hotel housing asylum seekers.

Describing the events as "horrible" he said: "We’re responding here in Liverpool today in solidarity.”

He also discussed the mental health crisis in England today, citing faults in the education and housing systems.

Before the protest, a handful of counter-protesters were seen, some of them in masks, filming and arguing with protesters. Police intervention quickly broke up the conflict.

One protester, Abbie, 26, said: “It was a really good turnout which was great to see.

"I felt that it was really positive."

Speaking of the counter-protesters who arrived at the scene, she said: “I was worried maybe it could’ve turned a bit violent or hostile, but they were really outnumbered.

"They were kind of far away so it was managed and totally safe.”

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