Jul
2009
Articles from 28th Jul 2009
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Latvian man cleared of Southport cemetery rape - but found guilty of wounding with intent
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
A MAN was cleared of raping a woman in a Merseyside cemetery. Read
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Hundreds pay respect to returning North West soldiers killed in Afghanistan
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
HUNDREDS of people have turned out to pay their respects to four soldiers killed in Afghanistan, including two from the North West, as their bodies returned to Britain. Read
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Merchant Taylors' teacher denies having sex with pupil
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
A TEACHER at a top Merseyside private school denied having sex with a pupil at her home when she appeared at court today. Read
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£60million New Brighton redevelopment scheme faces more objections
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
DEVELOPERS behind the £60m revamp of a Wirral seaside town will face more objections as they attempt to clear the final hurdle before work can start. Read
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Four people hurt in two-car collision in Hunts Cross
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
FOUR people were hurt after a two-vehicle crash in Hunts Cross last night. Read
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Poor students won't be priced out of university, say Liverpool academics
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
LIVERPOOL academics last night insisted poorer students would not be priced out of university, just weeks ahead of a review to decide whether tuition fees should rise. Read
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D-MYST campaigners tour Liverpool to get smoking out of youth-rated films
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
GIANT movie stars pounded the streets of Liverpool city centre to get smoking out of youth-rated movies. Read
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University of Liverpool researchers find out why breast cancer spreads
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
LIVERPOOL researchers have identified the genes which cause breast cancer to spread. Read
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Future of Crosby observatory project hangs in the balance
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
THE future of a proposed major new tourist attraction was last night hanging in the balance after officials admitted “it might not happen”. Read
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Live grenade found at home of Liverpool FC legend Kenny Dalglish
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
TWO men were last night being questioned over the discovery of a live grenade outside the home of Liverpool FC icon Kenny Dalglish. Read
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Prosthetic legs help Archie Barton after septicaemia attack
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
A THREE-YEAR-OLD boy who lost both legs after getting meningitis took his first steps on new prosthetic limbs. Read
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Merseyside Police arrest five after Croxteth shooting
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
FOUR teenagers and a 28-year-old man were still being questioned last night after the shooting of a 14-year-old. Read
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Tom Hicks and George Gillett agree new Liverpool FC loan deal
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
LIVERPOOL FC’s American owners successfully agreed a re-financing deal to renegotiate its debts amid further anger from Anfield fans. Read
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Wirral Police Command Centre plans submitted
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
PLANS for a new £30m Area Command Centre for Merseyside Police have been lodged with Wirral Council. Read
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Baby swimming company makes a splash in national award scheme
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
WATER Babies, the UK’s national baby swimming company, which runs classes across Merseyside, has scooped top prize in the prestigious “What’s On 4 Little Ones Awards 2009”. Read
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Tamiflu should be saved for young, say scientists
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
ELDERLY swine flu victims should be sent to the back of the queue for anti-viral treatment when supplies of the drugs are limited, according to new research. Read
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Tory swine flu figures spark row over Tamiflu collection points
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
THERE are more collection points for the swine flu anti-viral drug in Wirral than in Liverpool, new figures suggest. Read
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It’s Liverpool, Capital of Couture, as models strut pavement catwalks
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
MODELS strutted through the streets of the city centre to promote fashion house Fredrick and Maddison. Read
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North West Development Agency targets regeneration hot-spots in new strategy
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
MERSEYSIDE has the lion’s share in a new list of strategic regional sites across the North West. Read
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Law Society charity calls for more money to boost accessibility
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
INITIATIVES aimed at boosting social mobility and making the legal profession less "elitist" lack the necessary funding to make a big enough impact, according to the Law Society Charity. Read
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Kirwans opens consumer unit
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
A MERSEYSIDE law firm launched a dedicated consumer unit, after being deluged with complaints from people who believe they have been the victims of legally unenforce-able loan agreements. Read
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John Lennon's uncle's World War One medals on sale
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
HISTORIC First World War medals which belonged to a relation of John Lennon are now up for sale on a popular auction website. Read
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Tributes paid to law lecturer and crime writer Vincent Burke
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
TRIBUTES were last night paid to legal academic, crime writer and broadcaster Vincent Burke, who died on Saturday, aged 80. Read
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Freerunning banned by Wirral Council
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
YOUNG people taking part in the popular urban sport of Freerunning have been told it will “no longer be tolerated” in a Wirral town. Read
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LDP Legal: Family lawyer Darren W White says it’s wrong to let the media into family courts
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
Family lawyer Darren W White says it’s wrong to let the media into family courts Read
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It's Our World: Embrace green spaces in Love Parks week
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
CELEBRATE the great outdoors with Love Parks Week. An annual campaign, organised by parks charity GreenSpace, it was founded in 2006 and is now established as a major event that is celebrated in parks across the country. Read
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It's Our World: What's On
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
NEXT Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Formby is the place to be for summer fun. Story Telling, Dens & Picnics is a fun-packed few days, where youngsters can listen to a story and build a den for the whole family – and even bring a picnic lunch, too.Meet in Lifeboat Road, Formby. The events run from 11am-2pm. Read
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It's Our World: Fuel Saving Tips
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
Don’t rev the engine too hard when you’re moving off from standstill. Use the clutch more effectively. Read
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Exercise ‘lowers cancer risks’
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
PEOPLE who exercise at high intensity are less likely to develop cancer and die, research suggests. Read
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Health secretary Andy Burnham says London holds too much of Britain’s power and opportunity
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
HEALTH secretary Andy Burnham said London still holds too much of Britain’s opportunity and power, during a visit to Liverpool. Read
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It's our World: How to be a cleaner, greener driver
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
I LIKE to think of myself as a green driver. I ditch the car whenever I can and always try to beat the manufacturer's official fuel consumption figures. But am I really driving as efficiently as I think? Read
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Liverpool judge attacks UK’s ‘lax’ immigration system
Jul 28 2009 | Liverpool News
A LIVERPOOL Crown Court judge launched an attack on the Government's immigration system as he jailed a drug minder who was in this country illegally. Read
