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The amazing restoration of Princes Park

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Princes Park was first opened in 1842 by Sir Joseph Paxton, who was one of the key designers of this new area. Located south of the city centre, and in close proximity to the much larger Sefton Park, Princes...
Children playing outside

Sefton Council: giving a voice to the children

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Sefton Council have released a survey aimed at giving a voice to the children and young people in the area. The survey, which is available until the 22nd March, is aiming to gather as much feedback as possible to make...
2024 Pancake Day Race sign. Photo (c) James Hirst

Annual race sees reigning winner seal pancake hat-trick

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Alex Hopkins, a chef at Lunya Lita on the Royal Albert Dock, has today won his third victory in Liverpool's annual Pancake Day Race. The race dates back to the 1980s, and was revived in the 2000s. It sees several...
Swimmer in pool (c) marcusxsnapz via UnSplash

Fundraising call as historic Wirral Swim Club appeals to businesses

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Hoylake ASC (HASC), a Wirral based swimming club, is appealing to local businesses. The club is holding its Spring Championship in April and is fundraising to help cover costs of their training facilities. Pool hire, competitions, equipment, and memberships are expenses...
Chinese lanterns hanging on Bold Street for the year of the dragon (c) Jake Hughes

Lanterns light up Chinese new year celebrations

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Last weekend saw people in Liverpool celebrating Chinese new year with various locations decorated to commemorate the year of the dragon. The iconic Bombed Out Church was lit with various images from the ground with people queueing all the way...
Sahir House HIV testing event

Why HIV testing doesn’t have to be a drag

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Drag queens from across the UK were invited to speak about the importance of HIV testing at a Merseyside charity last week. Sahir House offers practical and emotional support to the LGBTQ+ community, people living with HIV, and LGBTQ+ people...
Liverpool and Shanghai celebrate 25 years of twinning (c) Liverpool City Council

Liverpool City Council celebrates 25th Anniversary of China and Shanghai

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  Liverpool City Council is extending an invitation to education partners to take part in a special business mission to China. Liverpool's twinning with Shanghai has been a significant milestone in the city's history, and this business mission presents an  opportunity...
Natasha Ellis immersing herself in the artwork.

Unique mosaic bathtub goes on display ahead of charity auction

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A unique rainbow mosaic bathtub is to be auctioned to raise funds for the LGBT+ community. Titled “Dip In To Pride Bath”, the artwork is on display at the Museum of Liverpool until March 3. The mosaic bath was created in...
Kensington Fields warm hub (c) Thea Graham

How Kensington’s warm hubs are connecting hearts and homes

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The cost-of-living crisis has hit some people harder than others. In the heart of Kensington lies the Kensington Fields Community Association, who have been doing a lot to help the community deal with these sky-high costs. The association host a weekly...

Epstein theatre’s previous operator backs move to save ‘historic gem’

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The former operator of Liverpool's Epstein Theatre has warmly welcomed efforts to breathe new life into the historic venue. Since the theatre closed its doors in June, there has been speculation about what's next for the historic venue. Now Theatres...

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