Planning docs want to create 19 new apartments in vacant Birkenhead building
The Guild Hall building on Oliver Street could become 19 apartments if plans are approved, with an extra storey proposed for the notable town centre building.
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Man arrested after CCTV shows shots fired at Moreton house
A 38-year-old man was arrested after footage reportedly showed a weapon being fired at a property in Millhouse Mews, Moreton. Police seized an air rifle, BB gun and zombie knife. The man was also from the area.
New Ferry residents crowdfund campaign to overturn council's regeneration decision
Locals have raised hundreds of pounds for leaflets and banners after councillors voted for a cheaper tarmac option despite 83% of consultation respondents backing premium paving.
New Brighton Family Food & Drink Festival returns with four days of free entertainment
New Brighton Food & Drink Festival is returning to The Dips for a fourth year from July 23 to July 26. The festival will feature international cuisines with over 100 independent traders. It will also include local performances, pet shows, and more. Open from 11 am to 7 pm, the festival is free.
New Ferry traders say council leader made promises in private meeting
Local traders alleged that a private meeting with council leader Paula Basnett took place on July 14. In the meeting, traders allege that promises were made, such as some premium options being included in the New Ferry's regeneration.
Moreton man, 71, sentenced after sexually targeting 13-year-old girl he knew
A 71-year-old man from Moreton, John King, was sentenced to four years in prison after targeting a 13-year-old girl he knew for a sexual relationship. King allegedly assaulted the child in January 2023 and was later found to have had three explicit photos of her on his phone.
Wirral men’s mental health charity celebrates impact after supporting more than 150 people
A Wirral charity supporting men's mental health has helped more than 150 men over the past year, according to its latest impact report. Mersey Mind Project says its growing range of peer support programmes.
Wirral nurse wins national Rising Star Award for diabetes care innovation
Sue Browne, a Diabetes Specialist Nurse at Wirral University Teaching Hospital, has been honoured at the 2026 Diabetes Nursing Awards for her work developing a digital resource that has transformed diabetes care across the Trust.
Tony Bellew officially opens refurbished Dementia Pub at Arrowe Park Hospital
World champion boxer Tony Bellew has officially opened the newly refurbished Dementia Pub on Ward 21 at Arrowe Park Hospital, a reminiscence space designed to help patients living with dementia feel more comfortable during their hospital stay.
Wirral parks fly the Green Flag once again with 37 award successes
Wirral's parks and green spaces have achieved 37 Green Flag Awards in 2026, more than any other local authority in the North West, with Birkenhead Park among those also gaining heritage accreditation.
Heswall councillor backs Farage over £5m gift controversy and Clacton by-election
Reform UK's Andrew Hodson says 'the establishment is ganging up' on the party leader as major parties refuse to contest the seat. Hodson is a councillor for Heswall.
Wirral man sentenced after he beat bulldog to death after dog's accident
A Wirral man has been banned from keeping dogs for life after a French bulldog he had been caring for died following repeated abuse. Luke Walker, from Birkenhead, admitted animal welfare offences at Liverpool Crown Court.
Coroner appeals for family of Clive Wilkinson who died in Wallasey
The Coroner's Office is seeking help to trace the next of kin of a 72-year-old man from Wallasey who passed away last week.
Clifton Park Conservation Area: Have your say on its management
Wirral Council is seeking views on the future management of the historic Clifton Park Conservation Area, which was added to Historic England's Heritage At Risk Register in 2022.
Merseyside Police awarded top-tier status in new national performance system monitoring police
The force has been placed in Level One – the highest category – under a new monitoring framework introduced by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services. This means Merseyside Police is making progress and ongoing improvements to its services.
Coastal Breezer open-top bus returns for summer 2026
Stagecoach's popular open-top service linking Seacombe Ferry with New Brighton runs daily from 18 July to 31 August, with fares starting at £1.