Liverpool News for 24 January 2008

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Cranes look down over the new Grosvenor Henderson Paradise Project with Liverpool's Anglican Cathedral in the background

Liverpool to stage world’s biggest catwalk Jan 24 2008

THE world’s longest catwalk will herald a spectacular fashion-orientated opening of the £1bn Liverpool One development.Read

The artist, Stelarc, with the extra ear on his own forearm

Artist implants ear on to his arm for Liverpool exhibition Jan 24 2008

A NEW exhibition exploring the idea of skin as a place where art, science, philosophy and technology meet, is kicking off the Capital of Culture year at Fact.Read

Wirral wife so glad to have her Heathrow hero pilot home Jan 24 2008

THE Wirral-born wife of BA crash captain Peter Burkill last night spoke of her continuing sense of disbelief – a week after tragedy was narrowly averted at Heathrow.Read

George Gillett and Tom Hicks Takeover Discussion

Tom Hicks and George Gillett’s £350m loan hope Jan 24 2008

LIVERPOOL FC co-owners Tom Hicks and George Gillett could announce the completion of a £350m refinancing deal with Royal Bank of Scotland and American investment bank Wachovia as early as today.Read

The statue of Minerva, the goddess of wisdom, watches over Liverpool from the top of the Town Hall dome. Picture Howard Davies

City council’s IT system hit by new virus Jan 24 2008

COMPUTER engineers at Liverpool City Council have spent the last six days battling a virus that infected the authority’s IT system.Read

Edge Lane demolition "10 times more expensive" than restoring area Jan 24 2008

IT COULD cost 10 times as much to demolish homes on Liverpool’s Edge Lane than refurbish them, a public inquiry heard yesterday.Read

Silver Birch, ridden by Robbie Power, wins the 2007 John Smith's Grand National Steeplechase at Aintree

Aintree set to break records for National in 2008 Jan 24 2008

ORGANISERS of the Grand National meeting at Aintree say they are expecting the highest visitor numbers in the event’s 161-year history for Capital of Culture year.Read

Transsexual trucker banned from using ladies toilets Jan 24 2008

Ex-soldier Vikki-Marie Gaynor claims she was hounded out of her job after she started wearing make-up and women’s clothes.Read

Mersey crime drops to lowest level since 2003 Jan 24 2008

VIOLENT crime on Merseyside is at its lowest level for five years.Read

Ryanair increases check-in charges Jan 24 2008

THE largest airline operating from Liverpool John Lennon Airport is increasing its charge for baggage and airport check-in.Read

Ex-Tory leader accuses Liverpool FC of damaging English football Jan 24 2008

The former Conservative leader picked out the Anfield club as part of a wide-ranging attack on the growing number of foreign footballers in the Premier League.Read

Tesco shopping trolleys and their contents will be going greener, the firm has said

Shoppers warned over thieves Jan 24 2008

SHOPPERS in Wirral are being warned to be vigilant by police after a spate of “dipper” thefts.Read

Michael Shields is escorted by Bulgarian policemen as he leaves a prison in the city of Varna

Jack Straw pledge over Shields case Jan 24 2008

A FRESH plea was made to the Justice Minister to intervene in Michael Shields’ bid to overturn his sentence yesterday.Read

The view from the restaurant terrace of the John Lewis store in the Liverpool One Paradise project development

Recruiting drive for new John Lewis store Jan 24 2008

JOHN LEWIS is looking for 10 chefs to work in its store once doors open in May.Read

Wirral play park battle brings touch of deja vu Jan 24 2008

A WIRRAL councillor whose career started with a battle to save a local park has found herself fighting to ensure its survival again.Read

Thomas Harrison murder: Partner speaks of ongoing pain Jan 24 2008

WHEN little Joel Harrison holds a balloon, he releases it high into the sky and watches it sail up to his dad in heaven.Read

Region’s police join in massive UK protest march over pay rise Jan 24 2008

POLICE from Merseyside and Cheshire were among an estimated 25,000 angry officers who joined an unprecedented day of action against the level of their pay rise.Read

Hung over workers believed to be to blame for New Year rail chaos Jan 24 2008

Grilled by MPs on the fiasco caused by engineering over-runs at Rugby, Network Rail blamed the agency workers who “let down” passengers by failing to show up for work.Read

University seeks volunteers for bereavement study Jan 24 2008

The findings by the School of Population, Community and Behavioural Science will be used to inform bereavement support services so they can be better equipped to meet people’s needs.Read

Lord Mayor of Liverpool Councillor Paul Clark with glasses from Sir Elton John (top) and Bono for the RESPECTacles Holocaust memorial at the Town Hall

Starry-eyed glasses donated for artwork Jan 24 2008

SUPERSTARS Bono and Elton John have added their trademark glasses to a poignant artwork remembering the Holocaust.Read

Priest loses grooming-related jail setence plea Jan 24 2008

Father Jeremiah McGrath, 64, who had worked as a missionary in Africa, gave more than £20,000 to paedophile Billy Adams, who used the cash to shower a 12-year-old with treats and gifts.Read

The Liverpool South Parkway station at night

Smash and grab raid Jan 24 2008

RAIDERS pulled down part of a wall at Liverpool Parkway South to gain access to a cashpoint early yesterday.Read

Liverpool a star for online bookings Jan 24 2008

LIVERPOOL is rivalling the likes of Amsterdam and Venice for online bookings and searches, according to one of the UK’s leading online tour operators.Read

Capital of Culture Guide is Merseyside’s best-selling book Jan 24 2008

THE official guide to Liverpool’s 2008 celebrations has been declared a sell-out – making it the best-selling book on Merseyside.Read

Beatles roadshow looks at collectables Jan 24 2008

EXPERTS in Beatles memorabilia will be assessing fab four collectables at a road show this weekend.Read

Three held after drugs raids Jan 24 2008

THREE men have been arrested on suspicion of possession to supply drugs following two police raids at houses in Wirral.Read

Swimming for adults Jan 24 2008

ADULT swimming lessons have been launched this week at a Wirral sports centre.Read

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