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March 17, 2025

Victims of crime are top priority

ONE of the most important responsibilities I have as your PCC is drawing up a Police and Crime Plan.

1 min

Station work progress ahead of new stadium

MOVEMENT EXPECTED SOON ON PASSENGER MANAGEMENT UPGRADE

1 min

HIGH HOPES OF A FAN-TASTIC DAY FALL FLAT

LIVERPOOL fans headed down south to Wembley in force for the Carabao Cup final yesterday where they faced Newcastle United.

1 min

Nan: 'I've cried so many tears since she was struck down'

The nan of brave toddler Sienna-Rose said she \"cried so many tears\" after her \"bubbly\" granddaughter was struck down with a life-threatening brain haemorrhage while on holiday in Mexico.

2 mins

'She has a long journey ahead we're just glad to be back'

SIENNA-ROSE'S MUM GIVES UPDATE ON HER DAUGHTER'S FIRST NIGHT IN ALDER HEY

2 mins

'It's sad we have to have a clinic for this, but I do feel I am doing something which is a real problem'

NATIONAL VAPING CLINIC FOR KIDS OPENS AT ALDER HEY AND IS FULLY BOOKED

3 mins

Man fuming as mum, 78, fleeced by 'cowboy' handymen

'POSTER PAINT' JOB COSTING £450 HAD DIRT MIXED IN AND WAS FLAKING OFF

2 mins

Parking cost to rise by up to 60% today

THE cost of parking in Liverpool will increase by as much as 60% from today.

2 mins

School run 'chaos' a recipe for disaster

PAVEMENT PARKING OUTSIDE PRIMARY AS BAD AS DESCRIBED AS ECHO REPORTER GOES TO SEE FOR HIMSELF IN WAKE OF READER COMPLAINTS

3 mins

'Fit' dad went to work and never returned

FAMILY WANT TO RAISE AWARENESS OF SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST AFTER DEATH OF STE, 32, AT FACTORY

2 mins

'Scousers and Irish are so friendly, that’s why we mix well'

TODAY will be a little different for Roisin Whelan. Normally, you'd find the 42-year-old from Walton Vale selecting home decor as a senior buyer B&M.

3 mins

What youse should know about Irish link to Scouse culture

IRELAND HAS HAD MANY IMPACTS ON THE CITY, INCLUDING ACCENT AND DIALECT

5 mins

'I've never performed a hometown gig... and I never will'

SOUTHPORT COMEDIAN LEE MACK SPEAKS TO THE ECHO ABOUT HIS INCREDIBLE CAREER IN COMEDY AND HIS TRICK TO BEAT NERVES AT GIGS

5 mins

Trump tackles Houthis

IRAN has once again denied aiding Yemen's Houthi rebels, after the United States launched a wave of air strikes against the militants and US President Donald Trump warned Tehran will be held “fully accountable” for their actions.

1 min

Warning as cybercrime rates rise

SOCIAL media and email account hacking reports jumped sharply last year, according to Action Fraud data.

1 min

Streeting 'genuinely sorry' for anxiety over job losses

WES Streeting has apologised for causing anxiety among NHS administrators as the Government announced plans to slash bureaucracy in the health service.

2 mins

Third year of maximum council tax hikes for most households

A MAJORITY of households in England are facing a third year of maximum council tax hikes after all councils confirmed their plans.

2 mins

Holmes 'determined to have a life' amid battle

TV PRESENTER Eamonn Holmes has said he is “determined to have a life” as he deals with constant pain due to ongoing back issues.

1 min

What can you do if you've got mortgage concerns?

The last few years have been a torrid time for homeowners. The news is full of stories about high interest rates, mortgage deals that appear and vanish in weeks and warnings of a volatile year ahead.

2 mins

Unsafe as houses

REUNITING Happy Valley stars Katherine Kelly and Siobhan Finneran, this is the new twisting crime drama you'll want to binge.

1 min

Norris reigns in rain at Grand Prix opener

LANDO Norris survived a rain shower and late charge from Max Verstappen to open his season in style by winning a wild, wacky and thrilling Australian Grand Prix.

2 mins

Nick ready to KICK on

BALL OVERCOMES 'FRUSTRATION' TO RETAIN TITLE

2 mins

Devastating Turner looking to make the headlines

JACK TURNER delivered on his pre-fight promise by claiming a devastating knockout victory over Ryan Farrag.

2 mins

Gunners cut gap with win over Chelsea

ARSENAL brought their three-game winless run in the Premier League to an end with a 1-0 victory over Chelsea at the Emirates to strengthen their grip on second place and go within 12 points of Liverpool with just nine games left.

1 min

BELTER! Armstrong off mark in Derby revival

EVERTON youngster Harrison Armstrong cemented his place in the hearts of Derby County supporters as he capped a sensational week with a sublime goal.

2 mins

Burgess takes win as Wolves swerve shock

WARRINGTON head coach Sam Burgess conceded his side were far from perfect after late tries from Ben Currie and Zane Musgrove helped them avoid Betfred Challenge Cup embarrassment in a thrilling derby at Widnes.

1 min

Rovers rain on their PARADE

CROSBY DELIGHT AS VICTORY AT BRADFORD EXTENDS UNBEATEN RUN

3 mins

We want to make the fans PROUD

KEEPING UNBEATEN RUN GOING VITAL FOR CONFIDENCE, SAYS GOAL HERO O'BRIEN

2 mins

One goal never enough in this ground...

GRAHAM Potter championed Everton supporters as he praised them for making Goodison Park one of the toughest grounds to visit in the Premier League.

1 min

Hammers' praise for fans and manager

WEST Ham United goalscorer Tomas Soucek paid tribute to Everton's supporters as Jarrod Bowen hailed David Moyes as a great manager.

1 min

The final INSULT

'ANY TEAM CAN LOSE A SHOWPIECE OCCASION - THE MANNER OF THIS LOSS, THOUGH, WAS SIMPLY UNACCEPTABLE'

4 mins

You can't fear anyone says Toon boss Howe

EDDIE HOWE has lauded Liverpool as 'the best team in the Premier League' as he explained the lengths Newcastle United went to to get the better of the Reds in the League Cup final.

1 min