Prison watchdog chair jailed for affair with killer
Helen Spree, 63, former chair of Walton prison watchdog, had affair with killer Dylan Westall and smuggled drugs into jail. She was sentenced to five years.
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Tenant ordered to pay £23,000 for unpaid rent
A tenant has been ordered to pay over £23,000 to his landlords after failing to pay rent for six months, leaving the couple distressed.
Forgotten Murder of 11-Year-Old Girl in Birkenhead
In 1925, 11-year-old Nellie Clarke was murdered after a town hall party. Her killer was never caught, leaving a cold case that still haunts Birkenhead.
Husband Kissed Wrong Body at Funeral Home Mix-Up
Phil Duggan, 74, was presented with the wrong body when saying goodbye to his wife Rita. Funeral directors apologise after the distressing error.
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School hoaxer, taxi driver, prison watchdog jailed
Seven Merseyside criminals jailed for 32 years, including a school hoaxer, corrupt prison watchdog, and a drug-dealing taxi driver.
Care Workers Face Racist Abuse on Merseyside Estate
Migrant care workers in Stockbridge Village, Merseyside, report being spat at, chased, and racially abused. CEO calls for police patrols and CCTV.
M6 near Wigan shut after serious crash, long delays
A serious crash on the M6 near Wigan has closed three lanes, causing long delays. All lanes have since reopened, but residual delays remain.
Ashley Dale murderer's dad caught smuggling drugs in crisp packet
Thomas McMahon, 64, smuggled painkillers into HMP Full Sutton for his son Joseph Peers, convicted of Ashley Dale's murder, using a crisp packet. He received a suspended sentence.
Wirral dad recalls 'war zone' after 2017 gas blast
Christopher Lee-Power shares his traumatic experience of the 2017 New Ferry explosion caused by Pascal Blasio, which destroyed 63 properties and injured 81 people.
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Teens charged after Prescot racial abuse and robbery attempt
Two 14-year-old boys have been charged with attempted robbery after a man was racially abused and attacked on his way home in Prescot.
Police Plea to Drivers in Search for Missing Southport Man
Stephen Molloy, missing since June 4, is vulnerable and struggles to communicate. Police urge taxi and delivery drivers to check dashcams as a helicopter searches Southport.
Kinahan lieutenant gets 24 years, winks in court
Sean McGovern, 40, was sentenced to 24 years for directing Kinahan cartel activities, including the murder of Noel Kirwan and targeting James Gately.
Tributes to 'gentle and caring' schoolgirl, 13, who died in River Wharfe
Palwasha Akbar, 13, went missing on May 31 and was found dead in the River Wharfe. Her family remembers her as a bright, kind girl with a bright future.
Crisp Packet Foils Dad's Prison Drug Plot for Murderer Son
Thomas McMahon was caught trying to pass painkillers to his son, Joseph Peers, convicted for the murder of Ashley Dale, during a prison visit.
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Man pleads guilty to bigamy after Las Vegas wedding
Marc Dougherty admitted bigamy at Liverpool Crown Court after marrying Pamela Lewis in Las Vegas in 2024 while still legally married from a 2006 wedding in Hull.
Family pays tribute to cyclist killed in Chester crash
Lee Stallwood, 32, died after being hit by a car on Hoole Bridge. A man has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving.
Restaurant Left with Unpaid £65 Bill After Customers Couldn't Pay
A Litherland restaurant was left with an unpaid £65.20 bill after two customers allegedly could not pay. The owner tried to accommodate their large order but they left without paying.
Person Dies After Being Hit by Train at Shotton Station
A person has died after being hit by a train at Shotton railway station in North Wales, causing disruption to Liverpool and other services for several hours.
Two Trustees Resign from Writing on the Wall Amid WhatsApp Row
Two trustees of Liverpool's Writing on the Wall festival resign after four staff were sacked over WhatsApp messages, sparking protests and calls for an independent investigation.
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Man accused of trying to murder dad appears in court
Andrew Roberts, 37, is accused of stabbing his father David Roberts in the chest in Woodchurch, Wirral, in December 2025. He appeared at Liverpool Crown Court.
Driver jailed for pepper spray attack over parking row
Curtis Rogerson, 45, was jailed for three years and four months after spraying pepper spray at two men following a parking dispute in Lymm, Cheshire.
Mum lied about lottery win to cover pharmacy theft
Lisa Gallagher claimed she won the Irish Lottery after stealing £5,381 from Davey's Chemists. A judge warned she was 'very lucky' to avoid prison, calling her lies 'nasty'.
Teens admit machete attack in Liverpool city centre
Two teenagers have pleaded guilty after a machete attack on Chavasse Park in Liverpool, leaving a 17-year-old with a slash wound. Sentencing set for August.
Baby 'paid with his life' after abuse by adoptive parents
Preston Davey, 13 months, died after alleged abuse by adoptive parents Jamie Varley and John McGowan-Fazakerley. Varley denies murder and 25 other charges.
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Lydiate Asbestos Case Reaches Court of Appeal
Lydiate residents fight in Court of Appeal to force HSE to release asbestos disposal info from a demolition site, alleging cover-up.
Sex offender told police about hard drive with child abuse images
Carl Mitchell, 59, a three-time convicted sex offender, directed police to a computer containing over 100,000 indecent images of children, leading to a suspended sentence.
Woolton Mum Pleads for Venue After Council Funding Cut
Mandy Jamieson, whose son Daniel was stabbed to death, appeals for a free venue after Liverpool City Council withdraws funding for her annual remembrance event.
Dad smuggled painkillers to murderer son in prison
Thomas McMahon, 64, admitted smuggling painkillers to his son Joseph Peers, a convicted murderer, during a prison visit. He hid 14 tablets in a crisp packet and was caught by security staff.
East Lancs Road Reopens After Police Incident Closure
East Lancs Road in Haydock fully reopens after a police incident closed it for hours. The westbound section was shut from M6 J23 to Kenyons Lane South.
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Family Hires PI to Find Missing Son Chris Harper
Sandy Harper, 66, hires a private investigator and offers a $5,000 reward to find her son Chris, missing since November 2024 from Burlington, Vermont.
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