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Billy Joel tribute show to make debut at Port Sunlight theatre

A new tribute show celebrating the music of Billy Joel will make its debut at Port Sunlight's Gladstone Theatre next month. According to the Wirral Globe, The Billy Joel Show UK will come to the theatre on September 20, bringing a legendary catalogue and live concert experience to Bebington. The show will feature hits including Uptown Girl, New York State of Mind, My Life, and We Didn't Start the Fire, alongside fan-favourite album tracks and acoustic sections. Other tribute acts have been an...
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The best pubs in Wallasey: Wirral Today's guide

Wallasey is a great place to find a nice Sunday roast and a crisp pint. Whether you're looking to watch sports or prefer an independent venue, Wallasey has a diverse pub scene for different tastes. This guide to the best pubs in Wallasey showcases venues that have earned their place in the local community, from centuries-old establishments to exciting newcomers that are already making their mark. Join us as we tell you our favourites. The Magazine Hotel sits in the heart of the Magazine Conser...
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36-year-old man charged after stealing tools from Tranmere home

A man has been charged in connection with a burglary at a home in Tranmere in which tools were stolen. The break-in occurred around 9:15 am on 18 August at a property on Raffles Road. Following enquiries, a man was arrested. Daniel New, 36, of Woodchurch Road, has been charged with burglary dwelling. He appeared at Wirral Adult Remand Court today. Detective Inspector Kevin O'Rourke said in a statement: "Although a man has been charged, our investigation remains ongoing. If you live in the are...
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Wallasey builder denies 16 charges of scamming neighbour out of thousands

A Wallasey builder accused of fraudulently scamming his neighbour out of hundreds of thousands of pounds for home improvement works has pleaded not guilty to all charges he faces. As reported by Birkenhead News, William Harrington, of Linksway in Wallasey, appeared before Liverpool Crown Court this morning, where he denied 16 charges. He entered not guilty as each charge against him was read out. Charges were brought forward by Wirral Council on behalf of Harrington's neighbour, Helen McGee....
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Man jailed for 14 years after Birkenhead family robbed at knifepoint by gang

A man has been jailed for 14 years after a family in Birkenhead was robbed at knifepoint in their own home. Merseyside Police revealed today that Haneef Chowdhury, 29, of no fixed abode, was sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court today after pleading guilty to robbery in July. The robbery took place at 12:20 am on 26 January 2022, when several men wearing balaclavas entered a property on Borough Road. One of the men had a knife and made threats towards the occupants, and shockingly, a young child...
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Wallasey man jailed after £1.8m cocaine haul found in Ford Transit

A Wallasey man has been jailed for nearly six years after police found cocaine worth up to £1.8 million hidden in the back of his Ford Transit van. As reported by the Liverpool Echo, Wesley Hughes, 47, was stopped by Staffordshire Police on the A500 in Stoke-on-Trent in February this year. Police acted on intelligence and searched the van and found a plastic bag that had 12 one-kilogramme bricks of cocaine in it! The drugs were revealed to have a street value between £1.4 and £1.8 million. At...
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Irby vet launches new pet healthcare plan with unlimited consultations

A veterinary practice in Irby has launched a new pet healthcare plan offering unlimited consultations with no exclusions for chronic conditions. As reported by the Wirral Globe, Dee View Irby Veterinary Centre, part of CVS Vets on Thingwall Road, says its Healthy Pet Club Advanced plan is designed to remove uncertainty for pet owners worried about the cost of booking appointments. The plan also includes vaccinations, parasite protection and annual health checks. New YouGov research commissione...
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Wirral hospital programme helping people with type 1 diabetes rebuild confidence

A new education programme for people living with type 1 diabetes is helping participants across Wirral manage their condition by building their confidence and providing emotional support. The Wirral Type 1 Diabetes Structured Education programme, known as W1SE, was launched by Wirral University Teaching Hospital last year. The programme helps people develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to manage their diabetes and reduce the risk of long-term complications from the disease. Early resul...
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Police appeal to find missing teenage girl from Moreton

Police are appealing for help to find a 16-year-old girl who has been missing from her Moreton home since yesterday afternoon. Selina Shi Ya Chen was last seen at around 3 pm on Wednesday, August 26, at her home in Moreton, as reported by the Wirral Globe. The police have been investigating to try and locate her. Officers have been carrying out extensive enquiries to locate her. Selina is described as five foot four inches tall, of slim build, with very long light brown hair. When she was las...
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Retirement development plans show homes on Bromborough Civic Centre site

New plans have been submitted for a retirement living development where Bromborough Civic Centre used to be, with details included on how the proposed building could look. As reported by Birkenhead News, the civic centre and library on Allport Lane were sold by Wirral Council to retirement property developer McCarthy & Stone. The building closed in 2022 due to cost cuts that sadly saw several libraries across the borough shut down. The building came on the market in 2024. The property develope...
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Record turnout as Wirral Youth Market in Bromborough attracts 10,000 visitors

Almost 80 young business hopefuls showcased their talents at the Wirral Youth Market on 22 August, with the biggest turnout ever. Around 10,000 people visited the market in Bromborough over the weekend, according to Birkenhead News. Young traders from across the borough came together from different backgrounds and ages - with the youngest being eight - to sell their wares. Think artwork, handmade clothing, and baked goods. Family activities, rides and live music were also around throughout th...
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Plans submitted to build 136 affordable homes on former oil depot site in Eastham

As if the area couldn't get enough homes in and around it, more plans have been submitted to build 136 affordable homes on the site of a former oil depot in Eastham. According to the Wirral Globe, the Carlett Oil & Fuel Storage Depot site, located on land west of the Wirral Circular Trail and Ferry Road, would be redeveloped for housing next to Eastham Lodge Golf Club. Hampstead Regeneration Limited, which owns the site, Anwyl Construction Company Limited, and housing association Magenta Livi...
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Future Yard reveals packed programme for new 600-capacity Birkenhead venue

Future Yard has unveiled a large programme for this autumn and winter season as it continues to prepare to open a 600-capacity live venue in Birkenhead before this year concludes. Construction began in March 2026, but they're hoping to make lots of headway. The expansion will allow Future Yard to host more than 50 shows a year, according to the Liverpool Echo, and over 150 extra performance opportunities for local artists in the live room. Leading the programme is Mercury Prize-shortlisted Sco...
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Bebington pub sponsors Tranmere midfielder Charlie Whittaker for new season

Tranmere Rovers has announced an authentic local partnership with one of their players, midfielder Charlie Whittaker. For the upcoming season, he will be sponsored by the Rose & Crown pub in Bebington, as reported by the Wirral Globe. The award-winning pub specialises in cask beer from Thwaites Brewery as well as several local breweries and has been listed in our Best Pubs list and in The Telegraph's for the last two years. Whittaker has started the season strong, scoring in the first two comp...
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Prenton drug dealer jailed for five and a half years after police seize almost 200 wraps of crack cocaine

A drug dealer from Prenton has been jailed for five and a half years, following officers seizing almost 200 wraps of crack cocaine connected to a County Lines drug operation. As reported by Birkenhead News, Jordan Edge, 28, of Prenton Dell Road, was arrested on 25 June when he left a flat in Seacombe. On his person, officers found cannabis and a graft phone. Another search found 12 wraps of crack cocaine in his underwear. A third search of Edge's home resulted in another 184 wraps of crack coc...
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Wirral Wellness Festival returns to Birkenhead Park for fourth year

A free wellness festival is returning to Birkenhead Park in September for its fourth year, with a focus on fitness, food, community, and talks over two days. As reported by the Wirral Globe, Wirral Wellness Festival will take place on September 12 and 13, running from 10 am until 4 pm. Visitors are encouraged to register for tickets, but the festival is free. Becky Jones founded the event. She also runs Oxton Wellness Centre in Oxton Village. On the agenda for this year is a Fitness Stage, Spe...
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Wirral Poetry Festival returns for two days to Port Sunlight this October

Wirral Poetry Festival will return to Port Sunlight on 3 and 4 October, where poets, performers, and poetry enthusiasts will come together in the model village for two days of readings, workshops and performances. As reported by Birkenhead News, the festival will take place across a few venues in Port Sunlight, between 10:30 am and 7:30 pm. A lot of the events are free. Ticketed events include actor Leigh Lawson sharing stories and poems from his collection Now and Then at Port Sunlight Church...
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Man charged with wounding after glass attack at Rock Ferry pub

A Rock Ferry man has been charged with wounding with intent after another man was attacked with a glass at a local pub. Emergency services were called to The Bedford on Bedford Road, which is known as Luke's, at around 10:05 pm on 22 August, after reports of an assault were made. As reported by Birkenhead News, a man in his 30s was found with a slash wound to his forehead, believed to be inflicted by a glass. Detectives identified and arrested a suspect after enquiries were made. Steven David...
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Wirral author and mum launches children's book series with storytime events at Williamson Art Gallery

A Wirral author and a recent university graduate is bringing a new children's book series to life through interactive storytimes and family events across the area. As reported by Birkenhead News, Alicia Steens, a local author and mum, has launched Benny and the Lost Picnic Basket, the first title in her new Benny & Friends series aimed at young children and families. The book has already inspired free children's storytime events at the Williamson Art Gallery in Oxton. Children can take part in...
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Lung cancer screening programme has detected 1,000 cancers in Wirral, Cheshire, and some parts of Merseyside

An NHS lung cancer screening programme has reached a crucial milestone and has detected 1,000 cancers across the Wirral, parts of Merseyside, and Cheshire. According to Birkenhead News, the Lung Cancer Screening Programme has achieved the number after five years. Reports say around 80 percent of cancers detected via the programme were found to be at stage one or two, which generally offers better outcomes. 55- and 74-year-olds who smoke or previously smoked are invited for a telephone lung hea...
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