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Major road to completely close for almost three months

People are worried the closure will lead to a "rat run" in nearby neighbourhoods

Liverpool Echo · May 19, 2023

'Filthy' chippy riddled with flies reopens 48 hours after being shut down

Food hygiene inspectors served an "emergency prohibition notice" on the chip shop last Wednesday

Liverpool Echo · May 3, 2023

Trader's two hour daily journey after X1 express bus pulled

An MP has launched a campaign to restore the Liverpool-Runcorn express bus service

Liverpool Echo · Mar 7, 2023

Loan sharks targeting 'desperate' families during cost of living crisis

There is concern surrounding the mounting costs for parents ahead of the new school term

Liverpool Echo · Aug 9, 2022

What's next for John Lennon Airport after council rejects solar farm plans?

Halton Council rejected the proposal to construct the solar farm on land approaching Hale Village

Liverpool Echo · Jul 10, 2022

Life in the shadow of Liverpool Airport for the village that's 'just like Emmerdale'

The ECHO spoke to residents in Hale Village about its relationship with Liverpool Airport

Liverpool Echo · Jul 5, 2022

Swans moved to different town as canal crisis continues

Visitors had rescued 36 swans including a lone whooper

Liverpool Echo · Jun 22, 2022

Sefton Council seeks help as bin delays continue

The local authority reached out to other councils in search for staff

Liverpool Echo · Jun 21, 2022

Sinkhole opens as busy road collapses and water firm launch probe

A section of Albert Road is shut in Widnes following what Halton Council called a 'road collapse'.

Liverpool Echo · Jun 7, 2022

Councils spend thousands on tea and biscuits

Liverpool City Council has spent more than £73,000 on tea and biscuits since 2015

Liverpool Echo · May 30, 2022