Kirkby woman's fury over six-month pension delay
Lisa Blundell, retired from the civil service in March, has received no pension for six months. She is 'beyond angry' at the government and Capita over delays affecting thousands.
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Air ambulance called to Kirkby after man found unresponsive
A man in his 60s was found unresponsive at a business premises in Kirkby, prompting an air ambulance response. Emergency services attended the scene off Arbour Lane just before 2.30pm on Thursday, August 20.
800 Kirkby Homes on Land Once Earmarked for Everton Stadium
800 new homes are being built on land in Kirkby previously earmarked for an Everton stadium and Tesco supermarket, with over £7m invested in community infrastructure.
Taxi driver's £32k fake pet death fraud leads to suspended sentence
A Kirkby taxi driver who invented dozens of non-existent pets and claimed they died in dramatic accidents, including a dog plunging off Blackpool Pier, has been sentenced for fraud.
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Kirkby woman hasn't been paid for six months
Lisa Blundell from Kirkby says she has not received her civil service pension for six months, blaming Capita and the government for bringing 'misery' to thousands.
Kirkby murderer pictured after gang member tortured and petrol attack
Tobiasz Kozlowski, 38, of Kirkby, is one of four men convicted over the killing of Tomasz Samel, 45, who was kidnapped, tortured, doused in petrol and set alight in 2019.
Billy Moore and Paul Carragher charged after gym fight
YouTuber Billy Moore and Paul Carragher have been charged after an alleged fight in a David Lloyd changing room in Kirkby, with both bailed to appear in court next month.
The Works to Open New Kirkby Store on August 27
The Works will open a new store at 22 St Chad’s Parade, Kirkby, on August 27, offering books, crafts, toys, and gifts. It fills the former New Look unit.
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Kirkby mum jailed for bra drug smuggling into prison
Rachael Talbot, 50, was jailed for four months after attempting to smuggle drugs worth thousands into HMP Liverpool in her bra, on behalf of an inmate called Carlos.
Nearly 600 HGVs fined for flouting Kirkby road rules
Nearly 600 HGV drivers have been fined for ignoring weight limits on two Kirkby roads, after ANPR cameras were installed. The number of offending vehicles has dropped to about a tenth of previous levels.
Kirkby community funds cancer treatment for beloved grandad
Tony O'Connor, 55, from Kirkby, has been told no more treatment is available for his cancer. His family is raising funds for Dendritic Cell Therapy in Germany, with community support.
Kirkby Marvellous Market cancelled over high wind fears
The Marvellous Market in Kirkby town centre, scheduled for July 25, has been cancelled due to forecast high winds. Next event is August 1 in Huyton.
Kirkby Marvellous Market cancelled over high wind forecast
The Marvellous Market in Kirkby town centre, scheduled for July 25, has been cancelled due to forecast high winds. The next event is August 1 in Huyton.
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Bid for alcohol premises licence in Kirkby submitted
An application for an alcohol premises licence has been made at 17 Carlis Road in Kirkby, seeking off-sales from 7am to 11pm daily.
Retiring Deputy Head Reflects on 18-Year Journey at All Saints
After 18 years, Deputy Headteacher Brendan Chorley retires from All Saints Catholic High School in Kirkby, crediting the community's warmth and support for the school's transformation.
Hidden Kirkby Cafe The Nook Bistro: TikTok Viral Review
Discover The Nook Bistro, a hidden gem on a Kirkby industrial estate that went viral on TikTok. Our review finds great value food and welcoming staff.
Police Deploy New Powers at Kirkby Anti-Immigration Protest
Merseyside Police have implemented a designated protest area in Kirkby town centre from 10am on July 18 to 10am on July 19, using new legislation to ban face coverings and prevent identity concealment during an advertised 'stop the boats' protest.
Kirkby headteacher with no qualifications retires after 36 years
Tony McGuinness, who left school without any qualifications in 1982, retires after 36 years in teaching, having transformed All Saints Catholic High School from special measures to a 'Good' Ofsted rating.
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Kirkby £2.5m Padel Courts Plan Faces Social Media Criticism
Knowsley Council approves £2.5m for padel courts in Kirkby, despite social media criticism. Councillor defends plan as 'ambitious' for the town.
Grandad Died After Setting Fire to His Clothes Day After Hospital Release
Thomas Norton, 62, died after setting his clothes on fire a day after being discharged from Liverpool Royal Hospital. His family raises concerns over his care.
Colourful Kirkby Market Trader Becomes Social Media Star
Amanda Wade, owner of Josie's Den at Kirkby Market, has become a social media sensation with her vibrant outfit videos, attracting customers from across the UK and planning to launch her own fashion label.
New 5G Antennas Approved in Kirkby Despite Protests
EE's plans for three 5G antennas and a GPS device in Kirkby were approved by Knowsley Council despite 84 objections, health concerns, and heated protests at the meeting.
Merseyside Supercar Parts Firm Collapses Owing £38m
Surface Transforms collapsed into administration in April 2026 after losing its biggest customer, General Motors. A new report reveals the company owed £38m, including £13.6m to the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, and was pushed over the edge by
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Kirkby Man Found Dead Named as 'Kyle' with Floral Tributes
A man in his 30s found dead on Kersey Road in Kirkby has been named locally as 'Kyle'. Merseyside Police treat death as unexplained; post-mortem results withheld pending toxicology.
Mill Dam Park Gets Temporary Food Outlet After Closure
The Food Box Kirkby will operate from the car park at Mill Dam Park on weekends, following a community consultation where 88% of 670 respondents wanted a café retained.
Police Issue Section 60 Order After Kirkby Death
Merseyside Police have introduced a Section 60 order in Kirkby following the unexplained death of a man in his 30s, found dead on Kersey Road on 27 June.
Man in his 30s found dead in Kirkby; police investigate
A man in his 30s was found dead on Kersey Road in Kirkby. Merseyside Police are treating the death as unexplained and have cordoned off the area for investigation.
Kirkby Road Cordoned Off: Police Erect White Tent
Kersey Road in Kirkby has been cordoned off by Merseyside Police, with a white tent erected. Broad Lane and part of Ledbury Crescent are also closed. Police have not yet commented.
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Barclays Employee Stole £266k from Neighbours for Online Roulette
Sam McGee, 39, a Barclays employee and treasurer of Ravenscroft Re-Build Co-Operative, stole £266,735.77 from neighbours to fund an online roulette addiction, leaving pensioners and families fearing homelessness.
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