Alicia Steens, a local author and recent Liverpool John Moores University graduate, has launched Benny and the Lost Picnic Basket, the first in a new children's series, with free storytimes. Steens said she wants to create a world beyond Benny and his friends, with more books and characters.
A 45-year-old man has been charged with Section 18 wounding with intent after a man was slashed with a glass at a Bedford Road pub. The man suffered a slash wound on his forehead while at The Bedford, or Luke's as it's locally known, over the weekend.
Environmental enforcement officers are appealing for help after waste was dumped across a half-mile stretch of Red Hill Road, damaging a resident's vehicle and blocking access to properties. A resident reported the waste on August 22.
Members of Wirral's Care Leavers Council visited the Houses of Parliament to meet Birkenhead MP Alison McGovern and watch a live Commons debate.
Drivers heading towards Moreton face overnight closures and diversions from late September as National Highways resurfaces the Moreton Spur Roundabout. Closures will be in place from 9 pm until 6 pm from September 21 until October 10, with alternate routes signposted.
The monthly comedy night at Liberty Bell Coffee is back on Friday 11 September with rising star Stephanie Bradshaw headlining. After a summer break, Bliss Comedy Club, hosted by Mary Cross, will be back in response to great demand.
The Grade II listed former school building will undergo roof repairs, spire conservation and solar panel installation after securing government heritage funding. The Lyceum Building will benefit from almost half a million pounds in funding. Plans are to carry out repairs on the roof and spire.
Mary Lamb, 67, who lives in Pensby, has raised over £55,000 for assistance dog charity Dogs For Good. For her efforts walking the Trans Pennine Trail with her assistance dog Sheldon, she was named as one of the finalists at the 2026 Just Giving Awards.
A 31-year-old woman from Hoylake was arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a black Audi A3 crashed into Stollies café in the early hours of Sunday morning. The cafe's entire front window was smashed. Owner Nick Bowerman was informed of the incident by his taxi driver friend.
Jimmy Kewley started as a conductor in 1966 and drove routes including the number 10 between New Ferry and New Brighton until a heart condition forced him to hang up his keys. He started driving at 21 and unfortunately was forced to retire at 78 due to a leaky heart valve.
Frame Pilates Studio will open its fourth venue on September 19, offering heated classes including Pilates, barre and yoga in what the business describes as its first all-hot-mat studio. Classes will start on September 21, with a range of memberships available and a single class costing £12.
Wirral Council is launching a new 5km parkrun at Vale Park in New Brighton, with a route taking in the promenade and views across the Mersey to Liverpool. Volunteers are now being sought to help get the weekly event up and running. It is to be scheduled for 9 am each Saturday.
New figures show Wirral's tourism industry rose by 2% in 2025, with council leaders now looking to attract more visitors from across the Mersey. Councillors have expressed optimism for Wirral's future, while one said securing UNESCO World Heritage Status for the park is key.
Tranmere Rovers maintained their unbeaten start under Darrell Clarke with a 1-1 draw at Port Vale, despite being forced to use centre-back Bobby Faulkner as an emergency goalkeeper. Tom Ince levelled the score in the 72nd minute of the game away against Port Vale.
The free family-friendly festival runs from August 22 to 31 with themed scarecrows including The Beatles, Minions and Alice in Wonderland dotted along a trail through New Brighton. It has been organised by locals Kate Johnson, Claire Brierton and Gavin Scott as a fun and free community event.
An application to convert a six-bedroom house on Westbank Road into a large HMO has been refused after councillors branded it 'terrible' and officers ruled it would create 'cramped living conditions'.
