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The Barbican Centre in London has now changed the signage outside its toilets They have introduced toilets which are 'gender-neutral' with cubicles and urinals But women have suggested that the new move could result in longer queues The trend for 'gender neutral' toilets is putting women's safety at risk and forcing them to queue longer, it was claimed last night.
Headline inflation in Britain is expected to stand at 2.7 per cent over 2017 Average total earnings will only rise 2.2 per cent, according to a report This will make 2017 the first year of falling real incomes since 2013 The typical British household will be £500 worse off this year as inflation outstrips wages, figures suggest.
The garden gnome seems to have made an unexpected comeback recently Easter gnomes take form of hipsters, zombies and selfie-taking women Online sales of the miniature figurines have rocketed by 42 per cent For years they have been regarded as some of the less tasteful ornaments gracing British lawns.
BBC wildlife presenter Kate Humble said she had a 'panic attack' at the thought of becoming a mother. The married 48-year-old said that during a discussion with her husband Ludo Graham, 55, she broke down in tears at the prospect of having children and knew in that moment motherhood was not for her.
Young women are targeted on social media and encouraged to have injections Undercover reporters accompanied 17-year-old Ellie Ducker to appointment All clinics approached by the Mail were willing to inject the undercover teenager without asking for proof of age or whether young girls had parental permission Have you had problems with lip filler treatments?
Sophie Maxwell was told she needed a new heart on Christmas Day last year Her parents have had an agonising wait of almost 12 months for a donor Doctors had recommended ending all care after she contracted sepsis It's the greatest present anyone could hope for.
The Iraqi-born British designe died of a heart attack while on holiday in Miami She left behind holdings worth over £70.8 million, according to documents Hadid's business partner, Patrik Schumacher, was given lump sum of £500,000 Architect Zaha Hadid, whose designs included the London 2012 Olympics aquatic centre, left a £67 million fortune, her will has revealed.
Every day volunteers work tirelessly to clean up the litter in our green spaces Anti-litter campaigners can collect dozens of plastic bottles in just a few hours Every day in the UK more than 15 million plastic bottles are dumped A typical plastic bottle can take up to 450 years to degrade naturally Strewn across Britain's river banks and beauty spots, the true cost of plastic bottles is revealed.
New research shows 97 per cent of women want older models used in ads British labels aimed at older women such as Hobbs, Jaeger, Jigsaw, East and Joules use fresh-faced younger women to model their clothes Half of women wear make-up to 'feel good' rather than look younger Are you sick of being bombarded by adverts featuring stick-thin twenty-somethings you haven't resembled for decades?
Doctors currently use age, sex and blood pressure for heart disease risk New blood test could revolutionise ways they check patient risk Test comes after Imperial College London did five year trial A simple blood test could warn you of your risk of having a heart attack over the next five years, scientists have found.
RAF has decided not to risk doing stunts at the Farnborough Air Show Up to 80,000 people expected to enjoy next month's show in Hampshire Tight new safety regulations have been imposed by CAA since tragedy Vintage jet crash in Shoreham in August 2015 killed 11 and injured 16 Britain's biggest air show will not feature a stunt display from the Red Arrows for the first time in 52 years due to new safety rules after the Shoreham air disaster.
Sara Ahmed was director of feminist research at Goldsmiths, in London She says that four staff have faced six inquiries in the past three years University source said students had even become pregnant by academics She said: 'We are talking about how sexual harassment becomes normalised and generalised - as part of academic culture.'
Humphrey Burton said shows should not be 'tucked away' on BBC4 Suggested programmes such as the BBC Young Musician would still be popular in a prime-time slot The BBC should axe shows about baking and home renovation to make room for prime-time arts such as classical music, according to the broadcaster's first head of music and arts.
Goddard inquiry was launched in the wake of the Jimmy Savile scandal Examining how public bodies handled duty to protect children from abuse Inquiry is passing on 100 child sex cases to police each month, officer said Estimated that officers will be looking into some 200,000 claims by 2020 One hundred allegations of child sex abuse are being passed to police every month as part of an inquiry launched in the wake of the Jimmy Savile scandal, a senior officer has revealed.
Highest paid actors won't have to disclose their salaries due to loophole Hiddleston, Cumberbatch and Laurie will avoid having to reveal salaries Loophole suggests they won't have to because they are not 'full-time' staff Some of the BBC's highest paid actors will avoid having to disclose their salaries even if they breach the £450,000 limit laid out in ministers' rules last week - because they are not 'full-time' staff.
New standard-class-only service from London to Edinburgh is set to overturn a tradition of luxury rail travel FirstGroup will run five trains a day from 2021, under a ten-year deal Tickets will cost less than £25 each way for the 400-mile trip Budget operation will compete with the franchised East Coast Main Line operator, Virgin, as well as airlines and coach services Rail passengers travelling across the country have always been able to enjoy first-class travel - until now.
Jeremy Cooper took over as chief executive of the RSPCA last month He now admits charity's campaign against badger cull alienated farmers New boss vows that the RSPCA will be less confrontational in future The new head of the RSPCA apologised last night for the charity becoming too political.
Government warning says consumption of 30 stones is enough to kill Vitamin B17, found in the seeds, thought to help stop tumours spreading They are the latest health craze believed by many to be an 'alternative' way to help treat cancer.
A glass or two of wine or beer every night reduces the risk of heart disease That was the finding of a Danish study of 22,000 post-menopausal women Alcohol had a protective effect on heart but increased risk of breast cancer Is believed to be cause of about 11 per cent of female breast cancers in UK A glass or two of wine or beer every night reduces the risk of developing coronary heart disease, according to research.
George Osborne's father-in-law tells House of Lords of 'Plan B' Warning set to put greater pressure on the Hinkley Point project EDF says cost of the site has risen by £3bn to £21bn since October The Chinese government has secret plans to build two nuclear reactors at Hinkley Point if a joint deal for a new nuclear power station with French company EDF falls through, it has been claimed.
The Sun report the multi-millionaire comedian is expecting his first child with live-in girlfriend Laura Gallacher, 27, who is five months' pregnant. The 40-year-old has gained something of a reputation as a womaniser, but news of his impending fatherhood raises prospects he may be ready to settle down at last.
Green Lane Masjid in Birmingham said women shouldn't wear trousers While the Central Masjid of Blackburn called Facebook a 'sin' and an 'evil' Controversial ruling published this week by Blackburn Muslim Association Muslim women should not wear trousers, leave the house without their husband's permission or use Facebook, according to controversial rules published by British mosques.
The change in America's entry requirements was put into play on April 1 Travellers visiting the country must have a biometric or e-passport to enter E-passports, which were introduced in 2006, have a symbol on the front Passports issued between June and October 2006 may not be biometric Families flying to the US are being barred from boarding planes at the last minute due to a hidden change to passport rules.
Shirley Valentine actor moans machines are ruining his peace and quiet Blasts that neighbours 'don't understand the rules' about making noise Actor was quickly ridiculed by nearby gardeners and viewers of the show With its sprawling gardens amid a leafy North London suburb, he once claimed buying his Edwardian property was the best thing he had ever done.
A boy has received a £3,000 payout over an incident in November 2013 The mixed race boy had claimed race discrimination against Tesco Tesco settled the case without making an admission of liability A child who brought a race discrimination claim against Tesco after being stopped and searched in store has received a £3,000 payout.
Dramatic increase has exposed a potential flaw in UK's healthcare system Non-branded medicines not subject to same controls as branded drugs Company's revenue went up by 276% to $394m last year NHS admits it will remain vigilant on the issue The NHS has been hit by a 14-fold increase in the price of basic medicines like eyedrops after a Canadian drugs group introduced astonishing price hikes.
Sir Philip Green could be forced in court to hand over millions of pounds Billionaire is being probed over whether he adequately protected pensions Failed chain store needs £571million to meet commitments to 20,000 staff Philip Green could be forced in court to hand over tens of millions of pounds to save the BHS pension fund.
Italian producers of prosecco say thieves are stealing their vines at night They believe the 'delinquents' are selling them on to corrupt producers Thefts have taken place in Veneto and Friuli-Venezia-Giulia in northern Italy Vineyards have been hit with a spate of thefts as crooks try to break into the prosecco industry.
A three-day week is best for workers over the age of 40, researchers claim Experts suggest part-time jobs - or 25 hours per week - provide optimum balance between brain exhaustion and keeping our minds stimulated Study found over or under working could lead to decline in brain power A three-day week is best for workers over the age of 40, according to economic researchers.
M&S bras contain different metal from type in those from other chains Company, which sells 23m bras a year, says it is investigating problem Holidaymakers being urged to avoid wearing its bras while travelling Bras from Marks & Spencer are setting off security alarms at airports - because of the metal underwiring.
Prof Susan Jebb is the senior obesity adviser to Public Health England She said fat people should not be blamed for their weight as it is mainly caused by their genes and the prevalence of unhealthy food in the UK Blamed an environment of easily accessible fast food and snacks Comments slammed by Tory MPs who said people must take responsibility Fat people should not be blamed for their weight as it is mainly caused by their genes and the prevalence of unhealthy food, the Government's top...
Refugees fleeing war in Syria are being shot dead by Turkish border forces At least 16 migrants, including three children, killed in the past four months A man and his child were killed in one incident and two refugees in another Smuggler: Refugees who cross border will now either be killed or captured See more news on the refugee crisis at www.dailymail.co.uk/refugeecrisis Refugees fleeing Syria's civil war are being shot dead by Turkish border forces, it was reported last night.
Hannah Woods led her team to victory in heated University Challenge final Peterhouse College, Cambridge thrashed St John's College, Oxford Miss Woods' facial expressions have attracted admirers during the series PhD student said she has been flooded with gifts and a marriage proposal She has gained herself a cult following since her first appearance on the BBC quiz show last year.
BBC slammed for including comments from comedian Seann Walsh The comedian made rude comments about race-goers and women rowers Ex-Blue Peter presenter Helen Skelton was forced to cut interview short The BBC has been slammed for including a 'crude' and 'distasteful' comedian in their coverage of the Boat Race.
Retired IT worker Mitch Commins is the new face of the frozen food giant But the new Captain may not be the hardened seafarer you would expect Birds Eye described 86-year-old as 'perfect' choice dispute his seasickness It will be the first time in a decade that the iconic figure will appear on TV He is the cheery sailor who has brought fish straight from the seas into Britain's freezers for almost 50 years.
Morestead unveiled world's first ever tweed three-piece suit for a horse Suit designed by ex Alexander McQueen apprentice Emma Sandham-King Took weeks to create and required ten times more fabric than human suit This year's Cheltenham Festival begins tomorrow and lasts until Friday Amid the throngs at a day at the races, tweed suits are a common sight - among the two-legged fans at least.
Well-known firms, WHSmith and Dixons, ask for passengers' travel details Boarding passes allows them to claim millions back through tax system The money should be passed on to the customer, in HMRC's own rules Major retailers are still operating a VAT rip-off in airports and demanding customers show their boarding passes at the checkout - despite being ordered to stop.
Most valuable item ever on Antiques Roadshow revealed as FA Cup trophy But BBC One viewers were left feeling 'cheated' and 'conned' by revelation 'Disappointed' it wasn't 'something found in the attic' as is show's tradition Longest-serving FA Cup in the competition's history was used for 81 years It was to be the big reveal that Antiques Roadshow fans had been waiting for - the most valuable item in the 38-year history of the show.
Experts claim ducks should be fed kale rather than breadcrumbs Kale is a superfood loved by celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow Ducks liked k ale the most, closely followed by pea shoots It's a superfood beloved of celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow and Jennifer Aniston.
Charlotte Johnson and Aniela Jurecka, both 28, on trial in Maidstone Pair accused of drugging horses to cover up problems before selling them They were often bought to be used to provide rides for young children But after sedatives wore off they would become 'uncontrollable' Two equestrian centre bosses drugged horses to cover up lameness and behaviour problems before selling them to novice riders, a court heard.
UK has the fifth highest level of skills mismatch out of countries studied Experts say u niversities are producing graduates faster than businesses can create jobs for them Problem is partially due to Labour's 1999 pledge to send half of all school-leavers to university Thousands of graduates and other well-educated people are stuck in jobs for which they are over-qualified, official statistics have revealed.
The Campaign for Real Ale said shunning big brands has saved real ale Campaign is launching a revitalisation project to be 'more inclusive' Could turn into campaign for pubs, or a campaign for all drinkers - not just ale It has been on a crusade to pull cask beers back from the brink for decades.
Violent parents are an ongoing problem at youth football matches Referees are said to be being driven away by the abuse on the sidelines Chairman of the Surrey youth league warned someone may soon be killed Competitive parents at children's football games have become so violent that someone may soon be killed, a youth league chairman has warned.
Royal British Legion wants to integrate the 32,000 women in the Women's Section with rest of the organisation to try to cut costs Many women now staging a revolt against being 'governed' by the men Some plan to protest outside the Armed Forces charity's May conference For more than 90 years, they have been stalwarts of the Royal British Legion (RBL), selling poppies and helping service families cope with the trauma of war.
Between 2013 and 2015, 130 of 176 of those fired qualified overseas If accused of poor performance doctors face tribunal and may be struck off In 2012 General Medical Council (GMC) vowed to act but little has changed Three out of four doctors struck off the medical register in the last two years were trained abroad, new figures have revealed.
Powers created to deport terrorists being used to remove other criminals Asian child sex grooming gangs with dual nationalities to be targeted Shabir Ahmed is the first paedophile to be subjected to the new approach He has appealed against deportation from Britain on human rights grounds Powers created to deport terrorists are being used to remove members of Asian child sex grooming gangs with dual nationalities under a new effort by the Home Office.
Dr Vladislav Rogozov confronted Muslim surgeon over her headscarf She was planning on wearing it during operation - breaching strict rules Complaint was then raised against Dr Rogozov and he was suspended Hospital probe eventually concluded he was right to ask woman to change Do you know the surgeon?
Kevin Nicks, 51, spent seven months converting his Volkswagen Passat He had to get his vehicle tested by the DVSA before getting it on the road Process was becoming frustratingly slow so he wrote to the Prime Minister PM wrote back to the father-of-one and pledged to contact DVSA bosses When Kevin Nicks' neighbours spotted him tinkering on the driveway, they assumed he was simply repairing his old car.
George Osborne increased the higher rate tax threshold to £45,000 He said it was the biggest giveaway to top rate taxpayers in some 30 years Just over 1.6 million taxpayers moved into the top rate in the past ten years Osborne said he wanted the threshold to hit £50,000 by the 2020 budget Almost 600,000 middle earners will be lifted out of the 40p rate of income tax, the Chancellor announced yesterday.
Europol said there could be 5,000 jihadis in the EU and the Continent is facing its biggest security crisis in ten years It said at least 4,700 EU citizens had been recorded as fighting overseas in countries such as Syria and Iraq Security officials fear many could have slipped back into the EU and British officials suspect 400 are in the UK As EU leaders were thrashing out a deal last night, the real crisis facing the Continent was laid bare.
SWNS A 22st mum was too ashamed to book a date for her wedding because she couldn't bear the thought of squeezing into a size 24 gown. But after being fat-shamed by a photo of herself at a party, Emma Creedon has shed a whopping 10st in less than a year - and has finally set a date for the big day in April.
A boy suffering from life-threatening illness cystic fibrosis has a new lease of life thanks to a set of bagpipes. Young Vincent Forkner has to undergo regular physiotherapy and take daily medication to keep his illness under control. The eight-year-old from Ramsey, Cambridge, suffers from the genetic condition, which affects the lungs by clogging them with mucus.
In fact, Stacey said her first word just a week before before her daughter, who is now nearly three years old. Stacey, now 25, said: "I was learning to do everything again at the same time as my youngest, Aurora, who was learning for the first time.
A young man was shamed into shedding seven stone when he found he was too fat to fit a seat-belt over his lap on a plane. Josh Riccio, 23, slimmed down from 25 to 18 stone after fellow passengers on an EasyJet flight looked on in disgust as he swapped seats to one with an extended seat belt.
Family left devastated after beloved four-month-old pet dies in hydrotherapy pool
The 330-foot long block of fat was discovered in a sewer in Bedfordshire Anglian Water had to call in a remote-controlled robot to clear the blockage It took the robot several days to unblock the pipe in Houghton Regis This is the giant 330 foot-long fatberg that was so large that it needed a remote-controlled robot to clear it from blocking a sewer.
An obese man shed an amazing nine stone in just a year and a half after seeing an unflattering picture of himself on holiday. Mark McCann weighed 27 at his largest - the same size as a piano.
A heartbroken dad told of how his brave young son died just five weeks after being told he had leukaemia - and whispered 'I love you' hours before he slipped away. Kaden McKenna, aged nine, was diagnosed with the devastating blood disorder in November after his parents spotted black bruises all over his body.
A disabled dog that had lost the use of its back legs is now enjoying life in the UK with a smart new set of wheels after living in appalling conditions in India. Animal-loving couple Angela and Ian Szczypka spent £2,300 flying 18-month-old mongrel Indy back from Goa, India after spotting her on holiday.
Florence McGuire, 3, from Chelmsford, Essex lost Fred at shopping centre Father Jamie, 36, wants to bring Fred home before her birthday on Sunday Musician has offered to play a free gig in exchange for Fred's safe return Florence thinks Fred is 'on holiday' and will be back soon A father has launched a desperate appeal to reunite his daughter with her beloved toy rabbit, Fred, who went missing on a shopping trip.
A toddler with cerebral palsy has been able to dance for the first time after a £70,000 life-changing operation in America. Sebastian Brokenshire-Dyke, two, was diagnosed with the debilitating muscle disorder in 2014 and his family feared he would be in a wheelchair for life.
Gemma Speht, 32, left with chronic muscle weakness condition after battling virus A Liverpool woman left housebound after contracting a debilitating illness has made a desperate plea for money to buy a lifesaving wheelchair. Gemma Speht, 32, contracted a potentially deadly virus while doing wildlife conservation in Mexico 18 months ago and was forced to return home.
A Liverpool dad told of his pride after his company raised more than £1,000 for the hospital unit that saved his daughter's life. Lauren O'Neill, 22, underwent a five-hour kidney transplant operation earlier this year after being diagnosed with a rare blood disorder which caused her to have strokes.
A renowned Bootle dance school has been forced to close after 73 years because it was too noisy. Millington's Dance Academy closed its doors last Saturday, leaving hundreds of children without a dance school to return to after Christmas. Opened in 1943 by Merseyside's ballroom dancing queen Constance Millington, the beloved Merton Road venue was Liverpool's oldest dance school.
The mystery driver behind a cheeky note left for traffic wardens in Waterloo has been revealed as Crosby man Neil McKeown. The 33-year-old left a letter in the window of his parked car on South Road begging officials not to give him a parking ticket.
More than 150 people attend funeral of Kirkdale 20-year-old who battled cystic fibrosis Heartbroken family and friends of tragic Kayley Keir, who lost her lifelong battle with cystic fibrosis, today gathered to pay their respects at her funeral.
Liverpool FC revealed new pictures showing the progress of Anfield's stunning Main Stand redevelopment. The work, which will cost in the region of £260m, has seen building work on the famous stadium continue for over 12 months now. The redevelopment will take the Main Stand's capacity above 20,000, meaning there will be a total of 54,000 seats in the stadium.
Three men arrested after a number of stolen vehicles were found in Huyton have been released on bail. The men, aged 33, 30 and 29, were questioned by officers in relation to burglaries across Cheshire and North Wales.
Family and friends of brave Kayley Keir, who lost her lifelong battle with cystic fibrosis will combine her funeral with a 21st birthday celebration of her life. The 20-year-old from Kirkdale , who was born with the genetic disease, became the youngest patient to have a heart-lung transplant at the age of 11.
A driver who went for a pint with mates in Waterloo left a cheeky note for traffic wardens in a bid to escape a ticket - and even attached a packet of crisps. The letter, left in the window of a parked car on South Road, begs officers not to give him a parking ticket.
Police want to speak to these two man after £1,300 worth of stock was pinched from Merseyside golf clubs. At 2.50pm on Thursday, November 5, it was reported that thieves entered Hesketh Golf Club in Southport and took a number of items of clothing.
Louise Whittaker said she was shocked by the attention she has received after the video of her singing Son of a Preacher Man went viral A woman from Liverpool's Scottie Road has spoken of her shock after a video of her belting out a power ballad in the car went viral on social media.
The people of Skelmersdale fear their town might be the least festive in Britain this Christmas. With just a few lights, many of them broken, and no lights switch-on event, residents in West Lancashire have made a heartfelt plea for some festive cheer.
Fascinating pictures show how the construction of the Mersey Gateway has progressed over time. The new six-lane bridge across the River Mersey between Runcorn and Widnes is due to open in autumn 2017. A series of photographs show the progress of the works, which began on 7 May 2014.
A man from Mossley Hill described his shock after being charged £65 for a bag of cherries. Pete David, 51, said he was relieved that staff at Tesco in Allerton noticed the £2 a cherry blunder before he paid by debit card.
Travelodge in Liverpool has had some bizarre requests from customers in the last year - including when the Liver Birds will be landing and requesting German lessons to talk to Jurgen Klopp . The hotel chain, which operates eight hotels across the city, has revealed its strangest demands from guests.
A Wirral man who was saved by two hero schoolboys after a heart attack has organised a Christmas Eve party for the homeless. Anthony White, 20, said he "wanted to give something back" to the community after his lucky escape earlier this year.
The number of people visiting foodbanks in Liverpool will soar this month as Christmas draws near, leaders have warned. Nicola Hawkes, South Liverpool's foodbank coordinator, says December is the "busiest month" for Liverpool foodbanks, with usage up 50% compared to other months.
A Merseyside police dog who has sniffed out drug hauls, deadly firearms and deadly cash donned a black tie to celebrate his national award nomination. Champ, a four-year-old golden Labrador Retriever cross, was shortlisted at the Guide Dog Annual Awards last night.
The family of Kayley Keir, who lost her lifelong battle with cystic fibrosis last week , have already raised almost £1,000 in her memory. The 20-year-old from Kirkdale who was born with the genetic disease, became the youngest patient to have a heart lung transplant at the age of 11.
Stunning views can be seen from the 13th floor of the MerseyTravel head office in Mann Island. Standing 49m (162 ft) tall, the waterfront building looks out over Albert Dock , Salthouse Dock and the Liverpool Wheel. In the other direction, Liverpool's two cathedrals, Crosby and the Netherfield Road area of Everton can be seen.
Saddened Scousers have made multiple offers of their time and company after an Everton pensioner spoke of facing his sixth Christmas Day alone. Pensioner Fred Hunt last night opened his heart on behalf of all those who will spend Christmas alone and said: "it means nothing to me."
A Wirral pet food store hosted a Christmas grotto for dogs - complete with its own 'Santa Paws' giving out presents to local pooches. The Dog's Diner, Moreton today hosted one of the UK's first ever Christmas grottos for our four-legged friends. Dozens of dogs came along dressed as Father Christmas, elves and reindeer.
A 28-year-old man was arrested after reports of a stabbing on Berry Street in Liverpool city centre last night. The incident between two groups of males took place at about 1.10am in the early hours of Sunday Four men were taken to hospital suffering from minor cuts.
A weather warning was issued for the North West of England as a band of thick fog rolled in overnight. The Met Office has issued a yellow fog warning and has urged drivers to take care on the roads. Gloomy conditions have disrupted travel, with Mersey Ferries cancelled into the afternoon.
Mersey Ferry services have been cancelled this morning due to heavy fog. The service is currently suspended, and is expected to resume in the early afternoon. Ken Moss, customer operations manager at Merseytravel, said: "The crew came in as normal first thing this morning, but a band of fog rolled in early on.
Liverpool recorded 63% of Merseyside's injuries at sites with defective road signs, followed by Sefton with 14% and Wirral with 8% Dodgy traffic lights and obscured road signs have been implicated in over 120 car crash injuries in Merseyside since 2010.
Three 12-year-old boys were injured by a firework in St Helens on Mischief Night . The incident took place on Ridgewood Drive at around 8.30pm last night. One of the boys suffered minor burns to his hands and face, another suffered substantial burns to his stomach and face, and the third suffered substantial burns to his hand and a fractured hand.
A young labourer who suffered a heart attack in the street has praised the two heroic schoolboys who saved his life. Anthony White, 20, who fell ill while walking home from work, said he would have died if it was not for the boys' quick action.
A pair of teenage lovebirds have been suspended from school... after being caught kissing in the library. The teenagers, both aged 13, were told they could not attend classes at Pensby High School in Liverpool - which has only recently merged after being separate boys and girls schools.
Vets have said they see an increased number of pets being brought in at this time of year with injuries from fireworks Merseyside vets and the RSPCA have warned pet owners to keep their cats inside at Halloween and Bonfire Night to avoid them being injured or scared.
Sick yobs are believed to have decapitated a family's pet cat. The moggy, named Munchie, was discovered mutilated near to her home in Ellesmere Port. The cat, whose tail was cut off, was found in Camden Road on October 23.
A Liverpool club that was closed following links to three stabbings in 12 months will stay shut for good. Councillors today revoked the licence of Wonderland in Stanley Street after police said the venue was associated with "serious crime". The club was closed back in March after violence - sparked by a stabbing in the toilets - erupted outside the premises.
A spectacular turnout from friends, family and fans who gathered today at Liverpool's Anglican Cathedral to celebrate the life of the beloved Everton legend Howard Kendall. We will be bringing full tributes from the day shortly.
Passengers leave 100 items on Arriva buses every day - including false teeth, handcuffs and live ferrets. Arriva, which operates services across the North West, has received more than 35,000 customer phone calls about missing possessions this year alone.
St George's Hall will be one of 139 landmarks across the UK to be lit up in purple for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. The spectacle will take place on Sunday, November 1 from 4pm, and has been organised by the family of 67-year-old West Derby mum Lydia Gallagher, who died from the disease last year.
Heartbroken family and friends of Belle Vale student Liam Fletcher today gathered to pay their respects at his funeral. Popular Liam was discovered on Sunday, October 18, after taking his life. His tragic death prompted his mum Pauline to speak out in the hope that the 21-year-old's untimely death may prompt other young men battling mental illness to seek the support they need.
Joanne Hope, 41, said she has had sleepless nights from the flashing lights and drilling at the junction of Muirhead Avenue and West Derby Road Tuebrook residents have spoken of their "living hell" after night-time roadworks kept them awake for days.
The cooler Autumn weather may have arrived, but things are hotting up for the Fallow Deer at Knowsley Safari as the annual, testosterone-fuelled, rutting season kicks off. From now until the end of November, visitors to the park can witness a unique display of male dominance, with bucks roaring and clashing in an attempt to defend their breeding rights.
It's been two weeks since the wizards came to town to film Harry Potter prequel Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them - and the activity outside St George's Hall is getting more sirius by the day. Though the plateau was screened off to nosey Scouse muggles, our photographer donned his invisibility cloak to snap some more of the action.
A young woman was injured and seven cars were damaged on Smithdown Road after reports of children throwing stones from a railway bridge. British Transport Police are investigating the incident which happened under the bridge at the junction of Grant Avenue and Crawford Avenue on Tuesday evening.
The glamorous food writer visited Waterstones in Liverpool ONE today to sign copies of her new book, Simply Nigella Get What's On news by email Hundreds of eager fans queued for up to four hours this morning to meet celebrity chef Nigella Lawson.
Kensington residents expressed their fears over a rat-infested alleyway described as "an accident waiting to happen". Joseph McElwee, 55, said he has serious health and safety concerns over the alley outside his 84-year-old mum's home, which runs between Jubilee Drive and Leopold Road. He told the ECHO: "All the residents have been complaining for several months now.
Students in Liverpool have been warned after a bogus lettings agent entered the home of a 20-year-old woman in Wavertree. The incident took place at a house on Langdale Road - one of three in the Smithdown Road area on Monday night.
A Liverpool train driver who survived a heart attack at the controls is travelling 3,000 miles by rail in three days to raise money for charity. David Graham, 53, was hailed a hero three years ago for preventing a disaster after bringing the train to a safe stop despite blacking out.
A man who collapsed on a West Kirby path last month met the hero schoolboys who saved his life. Anthony White, 20, who suffered a minor heart attack while walking home from work said that if it was not for the boys' quick thinking he would have died.
A Liverpool student who survived a battle with cancer has reached the Miss England semi-finals. Seren Vivian, 19, was diagnosed with a rare type of tumour on her appendix during her first year at John Moores University, and lost all confidence after the treatment.
Merseyside's Police Commissioner has warned that the "thin blue line" can only stretch so far as she blamed drastic Government cuts for the 6% crime rise in the past year. Jane Kennedy called the savings "reckless" and "unnecessary", and expressed her fears that there are more to come.
BBC Radio Merseyside has paid tribute to former country music presenter Kenny Johnson, who has died aged 75. Colleagues and listeners expressed their sadness at the loss of a "first-class broadcaster" and "wonderful musician" who was much-loved across Merseyside. Kenny retired in June after presenting the station's popular music show Sounds Country for 40 years.
Posing for photos, two prisoners make a mockery of the justice system by posting gloating cell-fies on Facebook. Cocky cousins Jake Higgins, 19, and Malcolm Graham, 18, openly flouted rules at Altcourse prison, Fazakerley, by posing together in a cell at Altcourse prison.
The family of a Liverpool dad-of-three who died from a heart attack last year have raised money to buy three defibrillators in his memory. Michael Maguire, 36, suffered the attack while driving in December, just three months before he was due to run the Liverpool 10k race for the second time.
In 2000 everyone was talking about the scooter. But 15 years later and it's the megaboard/segway/hoverboard that's featuring on all kids' Christmas lists. With top seller Monoboard now based on the Wirral, manager Nathan Cameron tells us everything you need to know about the newest and trendiest mode of transport.
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A weather warning has been issued across Merseyside this morning for the fourth day in a row as another band of fog rolled in overnight. The Met Office has issued a yellow fog warning for the area, calling on people to prepare for possible travel delays "or the disruption of your day-to-day activities".
Shocked neighbours have today told of the moment dozens of police vehicles raided addresses in Huyton and Garston in a drugs haul. An estimated £25 million worth of Class A and B drugs were discovered by detectives from 'Titan', the North-west's regional organised crime unit, and five men have been arrested.
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A grieving family has raised £33,000 for Alder Hey Children's Hospital in memory of a teenager who died there after developing sepsis. Jemma-Louise Roberts, 13, began feeling unwell with sickness and diarrhoea while on a family holiday. It was initially believed she had the winter vomiting bug Norovirus but when her condition deteriorated she was rushed to Wigan Infirmary .
Police want to find a hero white van driver who helped a motorcyclist injured in a Tarbock Green crash. The motorbike collided with a minibus just after 2pm on Friday, September 11, on Netherley Road, close to the junction of Cross Hillocks Lane.
Students are expected to spend more than £2m in the city centre next week, as 7,000 freshers descend on Liverpool. This year's 'Welcome Week' begins tomorrow, with new students looking forward to the usual programme of activities - from society fairs to nights out.
Campaigners say peace and quiet of British parks is being destroyed They blame commercial events that blast music and create mudbaths In some cases these events may even be illegal - due to 1967 law Open Spaces Society: 'money has more decibels than peace and quiet' The peace and quiet of Britain's parks is increasingly being destroyed by commercial events that blast out music and turn parks into mudbaths, campaigners say.
Officers at HMP Holloway, in north London, told to respect inmates' privacy Ordered to 'wait for a response' before entering prisoners' 'rooms' Prison was also told to buy 'outdoor coats' so inmates can walk in the rain Prison wardens have been ordered to respect inmates' privacy by knocking on their cell doors and waiting to be 'invited in'.
Britons warned to halve their dairy intake to tackle rising obesity levels Men told to consume just 200 calories of dairy products, and women 160 Recommendations from Public Health England have sparked controversy Dairy industry, nutritionists and MPs condemned the 'baffling' guidelines Britons should halve their dairy intake to help tackle obesity, according to the Government's dietary adviser.
Chuckie the dog only has a few weeks left to live. The 13-year-old Staffie has been diagnosed with cancer after vets found an inoperable six-inch tumour on his bladder. But with the help of his owner, Toni Lawless, 26, from Southend, Essex, Chuckie will spend his remaining days ticking off items on his unique bucket list.
Job losses involve internal and contractor posts cut from 11,500 workforce Npower German owner RWE expected to announce grim news tomorrow Sales and marketing roles are expected to be the worst hit A troubled energy firm which has come under fire for having the 'worst customer service' in the industry is to axe more than one fifth of its workers, it has been revealed.
'Lifetime Isa' will be launched for savers aged between 18 and 40 next April Experts warn it could be 'stepping stone' to abolishing pensions tax relief Workers can save a maximum of £4,000 a year when scheme is launched They can use some or all money to buy home costing less than £450,000 Millions of younger workers will be offered a new incentive to save for a home or their retirement.
Growing campaign has been backed by doctors, MPs and health charities They say it is a disgrace that UK children are still dying from the disease Public anger around issue roused by the death of Faye Burdett from Kent Girl, two, was never given vaccine which can protect against meningitis B More than half a million people have signed a petition demanding that all children under 11 be granted access to a lifesaving meningitis vaccine.
Vincent Forkner has to take daily medication and undergo regular respiratory physiotherapy to keep his illness under control. The eight-year-old from Ramsey, Cambridge, suffers from the genetic condition, which affects the lungs by clogging them with mucus.
A huge cat with leopard-like markings and big green eyes dubbed The Beast of Broomfield has been spotted in a garden in Essex. The terrifying animal, described as "far bigger than a domestic cat ", was reported by a woman in Broomfield, who said it made her shiver with fear.
A young mum has learned to walk and talk at the same time as her baby daughter after suffering a devastating stroke . Stacey Legrice was left trapped in her own body after the stroke, which left her unable to move or communicate.
Stacey Legrice was left trapped in her own body after the sudden brain attack, which left her "like a baby" and unable to move or communicate. The mum-of-three found herself learning to walk, read and brush her hair at the same time as her baby daughter Aurora who was aged just one when she fell ill.
Colin the dachshund found floating lifelessly in Woodbridge, Suffolk He was at Happi Days Dog Day Care Centre six days before Christmas RSPCA and council have inspected centre but won't take further action Father of Jemima and Clementine Lovell has launched Twitter campaign A family have launched a campaign for justice after their four-month-old puppy drowned in the hydrotherapy pool at a dog day care centre just six days before Christmas.
A party-goer called to try and book his ambulance in advance in preparation for his Black Friday debauchery. As workers prepare their livers for the last working Friday before Christmas, ambulance bosses have warned them not to make nuisance 999 calls that could put other's lives at risk.
A lonely pensioner who was facing the prospect of spending Christmas alone is "walking on air" thanks to the kindness of strangers. Fred Hunt was dreading his sixth Christmas on his own - but has received countless offers from people inviting him to events, offering company and even to redecorate of his living room.
A brave grandmother with terminal cancer has made a heartfelt appeal to meet singer Adele - and complete her bucket list. Debbie Blackhurst, 52, received the devastating news last year that her breast cancer was terminal. The grandmother-of-eight set out to do all the things she had always wanted to do - including watching Liverpool FC and seeing comedian John Bishop in concert.
Chimney sweeping may sound like things of the past, but for one local man it's how he makes his living. Peter Owen, based in Scarisbrick, runs his own chimney sweeping service called Basil's Brush. The former sailor explained how he fell into the profession by accident.
Liverpool is yellow and Everton is green An Echo reporter with a brain condition called synaesthesia has revealed which colours she sees when hearing familiar Liverpool words. Believed to affect an estimated 4% of the population, synaesthesia is a trait in which stimulation of one sense leads to automatic experiences in a second sense.
A British woman left housebound after contracting a debilitating illness has made a desperate plea for money to buy a life-changing wheelchair. Gemma Speht, 32, contracted a potentially deadly virus while doing wildlife conservation in Mexico 18 months ago and was forced to return home.
Blacksmithing, thatching and chimney sweeping may sound like things of the past, but for three Merseyside men it's how they make their living. From old wives tales to a boom in sales, the ECHO speaks to the Scousers keeping our ancient trades alive.
Liverpool Citybike rentals have more than quadrupled since the scheme began in 2014. Record numbers of people used the bikes in October this year, with 10,851 rentals during the month. This compares to just 2,712 rentals in June 2014 when the scheme was launched.
Danny Harrison, 24, said he became interested in the sport back at school, and now he hopes to get others involved A Wallasey parkour artist is raising £5,000 to set up his own dance school for young people in the Wirral.
His owners had taken him along for a festive cottage break when he went missing. But the more Ben and Claire Titmarsh tried to coax the cat down, the further up the chimney he went. Then Alfie appeared on top of the roof.
A town was brought to a standstill on Boxing Day as firemen came to the rescue of a distressed cat stuck in a chimney. Dozens of people left their cold turkey to watch as three fire engines and 15 firefighters battled high winds to try and save the frightened pet.
A Liverpool woman has spoken out about what it is like to live with a brain condition which causes her to feel other people's emotions.
A desperate mum whose baby was critically ill with breathing problems had to wait FOUR HOURS for an ambulance. Charlotte Tappin was furious when paramedics failed to turn up - even after her doctor escalated little Thomas' condition. The 36-year-old mum of two said she was 'angry' and 'concerned' at the performance of Essex Ambulance Service.
Lonely Everton pensioner Fred Hunt cried "tears of joy" after a charity which read about his plight in the ECHO offered to refurbish his living room. Since 66-year-old spoke of facing his sixth Christmas alone , he has received countless offers of kindness from people across the city.
A Liverpool policewoman who suffered a stroke in March and was left unable to walk is to run 200 miles across 12 races for charity. Jo Davis, 35, has always been a keen runner and said that being in hospital spurred her on to get back on her feet.
A Liverpool pensions company has donated presents to 250 elderly people heading for this year's White Chrismas dinner. White Christmas Liverpool, held in the Town Hall for the past two years, offers a hot meal and entertainment to pensioners who would otherwise be spending Christmas Day alone.
A man has died after being hit by a train near Newton-Le-Willows. Emergency services were called at 8.14am to reports of a fatality on the railway line near Culcheth, Warrington. The nearest station is Newton-Le-Willows. The incident has led to major rail disruption, which is expected until at least 11.30am.
Commuters faced congestion this morning after a car caught fire at a major roundabout on the M62. A fire engine attended the scene at 7.35am at Rainhill Stoops roundabout on A57 Warrington Road close to junction 7 of M62. A photograph taken by an ECHO reader shows the vehicle, a BMW 5 series, ablaze after an electrical fault.
ECHO readers have shown some sympathetic Christmas spirit towards a Waterloo driver who left a cheeky note on his car in a bid to escape a ticket. The letter, left in the window of a parked car on South Road, begged officers not to give him a ticket after he parked up to go for a pint with mates.
Ambulance bosses today issued a warning ahead of Mad Friday over fears of a raft of drink-fuelled 999 calls. Last year, North West Ambulance Service took a call from a party-goer ahead of his night out requesting an ambulance to be put on standby for later that the night.
It's the final full week before Christmas so that means only one thing - Mad Friday . It is seen as the busiest party night out in Liverpool of the year and Merseyside Police are taking steps to keep the city streets safe during the celebrations.
A brave Merseyside gran with terminal cancer has made a heartfelt appeal to complete her bucket list wish of meeting singer Adele. Debbie Blackhurst, 52, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009 and last year received the devastating news that the disease had returned and was terminal.
Magical pictures show how Liverpool has decked itself out for Christmas. From window displays to festive decorations, a city of lights awaits all those who visit the city centre. Shop fronts glisten with festive cheer and glittering lights hang above city's streets. From Bold Street to Liverpool ONE, photos show the shops and skies illuminated with colour.
Lonely Everton pensioner Fred Hunt has said he is "walking on air" after people who read about his plight in the ECHO came forward to offer help. Since 66-year-old spoke of facing his sixth Christmas alone, he has received countless offers from people inviting him to events, offering company and even to redecorate of his living room.
Major work is currently underway at St George's Hall to restore its world-class tiled floor to its former glory. The project aims to replace five of the Great Circles of the Victorian tiled Minton floor with exact replicas, after they have become badly worn and faded.
An artwork painted by a nine-year-old autistic boy from his bed at Alder Hey hospital has been displayed in Liverpool's Tate gallery. Noah Marsland, from Litherland , painted the watercolour of an X-ray hand while recovering from a severe asthma attack last month.
Wind and rain is set to batter Merseyside tonight in the aftermath of Storm Desmond. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind for the North of England, with gusts of up to 70mph in some areas.
Liverpool has been voted the UK's friendliest city, according to a YouGov poll. The survey of more than 1,500 people in 15 cities ranked Liverpool and Cardiff as the two friendliest places in the country. Of course it's no surprise to hear that Scousers are the kindest people on the planet.
Lisa Mutch, 35, was driving her children to school on Friday morning when her son spotted the strange objects in the sky A mum and her two kids captured the moment they saw unidentified flying objects in the sky above Runcorn.
A public run in memory of fallen Merseyside PC Dave Phillips will take place in Wirral this weekend to raise funds for his grieving family. Colleagues of the dad-of-two, who died after being hit by a stolen truck in Wallasey in October, are hoping the memorial will become an annual event.
Devastated family and friends have paid tribute to inspirational Kirkdale woman Kayley Keir who has died after a lifelong battle with cystic fibrosis. The 20-year-old had been fighting the disease since birth, and became the youngest patient to have a life-saving lung transplant at the age of 11.
An 11-month old baby and an elderly woman were injured in a five car crash in Fazakerley. The accident happened in Longmoor Lane at the junction of Fifth Avenue at around 1.15pm this afternoon. Two ambulances and two fire engines were at the scene.
Cilla Black's former Liverpool driver has responded to claims that her grave was trampled by thugs, saying it was "just bad weather". Adam Harding-Jones, who regularly visits the cemetery, expressed his sadness at the bronze plaque being stolen, but reassured fans that it had always been temporary.
A Whiston woman got the fright of her life when she found a dead caterpillar inside her McDonald's Big Mac. Kelly Hughes, 36, said she was "angry and gobsmacked" to discover the creature sitting on top of the lettuce inside the burger. The gruesome meal was served up at the Lord Street store in Liverpool on Thursday.
Magnificent views can be seen from Radio City Tower, otherwise known as St John's Beacon. From the streets of Liverpool to Blackpool and the Lake District, the beacon offers panoramic views across Merseyside, Wirral and North Wales. On clearer days, Snowdonia can be seen.
A LJMU lecturer dressed as 'Gangster Granny' helped to raise more than £2,500 for charity by taking part in seven fitness classes back-to-back. The Superheroes In Training Day took place at Pioneer Fitness gym in Bootle on November 7 in aid of the NSPCC & Macmillan Cancer Support.
Pensioner Fred Hunt last night opened his heart on behalf of all those who will spend Christmas alone and said: "it means nothing to me." And the 66-year-old from Everton blamed the increasing isolation of the festive period on mobile phones and loss of neighbourly spirit.
These spectacular views of Merseyside can be seen from the control tower at Liverpool John Lennon Airport. From Anfield stadium to the Welsh hills, some of the region's most notable landmarks are visible from the 55m (180ft) viewpoint. The city centre can be seen to the north, including the Liver Building, Radio City Tower, both cathedrals, and now the new Anfield stadium.
A group that funds community projects will be giving away 200 free £5 notes in Liverpool city centre this weekend. Awesome Liverpool, made up of 10 good samaritans from the city, donates a £500 no-strings gift to a community group each month.
Burglars caused thousands of pounds of damage by digging through the roof of a Southport butchers - but made off with just £9. The break-in took place at Graham Eyes Butchers on Botanic Road, Churchtown, at around 6pm on Thursday, November 26.
Drivers are being warned of road closures in Liverpool city centre on Sunday morning while the annual Santa Dash takes place. Thousands are expected to take part in the 5k festive fun run, which has been the biggest of its kind in the world in previous years.
The video, released by police as a warning to motorists, shows the Volvo lorry colliding with the car as it queued in traffic on the M53 This is the shocking moment a lorry crashed into the back of a stationary car in Wirral killing a 51-year-old grandad and injuring 10 other people.
An Anfield mum found a dead WASP as she tucked into a bag of sweets. Lauren O'Leary, 24, said she was "shocked and disgusted" to discover the creature, which had been torn in half, inside a packet of Swizzles Bon-Bons bought from B&M in Walton.
Merseyside Police will crackdown on drug driving as part of this year's Christmas road safety campaign. While drink-driving is falling, drug use among drivers appears to be on the rise, with cocaine and cannabis the two most commonly used in Merseyside.
Liverpool will welcome the "greatest ever" British Transplant Games to the city this summer. The games' flame was lit at today's launch at the ECHO Arena which saw hundreds of donor families and transplant patients come together.
A man who died after being found collapsed in a Liverpool city centre hotel was today named as Anthony Morris, 29. Mr Morris, from Widnes , was discovered at 30 James Street, the Titanic-themed hotel in the former White Star Line shipping company headquarters, in the early hours of Sunday.
The Kirkby hero who saved an elderly man from a fire today said he was just being a good neighbour. Ronnie Stewart, 68, helped his 87-year-old neighbour out of his burning flat in Quarry Green and then put out the fire in the kitchen.
Budget airline Ryanair refused to refund 27 Liverpool women their £2,000 flights to Brussels when the city went into lockdown over terror threats. Maria Doolan, 60, and her friends and family had booked the trip to Belgium to celebrate her birthday this weekend.
A 92-year-old carer from Waterloo has praised the "wonderful lifeline" provided by Merseyside rambling club as it celebrates its centenary. Bob Burns is the oldest member of Liverpool HF Ramblers, which formed in 1916. The 92-year-old, who cares for his blind wife six days a week, said that walking with the club on Sundays keeps him young.
Former boxing champ Lee McMillan, 17, fought brain disease four years ago and was attacked in the city centre last month Merseyside's boxing community has rallied in support of a former teen champion who fought brain disease four years ago and was attacked in Liverpool city centre last month.
The victims of the bombing of a Liverpool air raid shelter described by Winston Churchill as the "single worst incident of the war" are to be remembered in a service to mark 75 years since the tragedy.
Here are some of the latest online deals that have been released on Black Friday - snap them up while you can. Our photographers are out and about getting snaps of shoppers in Liverpool and beyond. Here are some of our latest pics.
Liverpool Beer Festival, whose future had been in doubt, will go ahead in February 2016 thanks to a "magnificent response" after a call went out for volunteers to set up and tidy away after the festivities.
Two Wallasey men have been banned from attending football matches for three years after "despicable" racist chanting at a Tranmere Rovers game. Joshua Harrison, 23, and Thomas Brooks, 22, were given Football Banning Orders after pleading guilty at South Sefton Magistrates on Tuesday November 24.
A busy Bootle road has reopened after a suspected stolen Audi smashed into a car - leaving a 38-year-old woman seriously injured. Hawthorne Road was shut in both directions until 1pm following the collision just after 10am this morning. The black Audi A4 careered into a blue Vauxhall Corsa, leaving what witnesses described as a "horrible scene".
A fugitive captured on a Walton rooftop after carrying out a brutal burglary which left a drug dealer brain-damaged was today jailed for almost 18 years. Karl Allen, 23, suffered "life-changing" injuries after a gang broke into his house in Woodrock Road, Woolton on August 7, 2013.
Merseysiders were today urged to shop crooks making, buying or selling fake banknotes in the run up to Christmas. Crimestoppers launched its 'Fake money is a crime - who's selling it?' campaign in bars and clubs across the city to raise awareness of counterfeit cash.
Toxteth church volunteer Dan Rackham filmed his take on the iconic advert at locations around the city The John Lewis Christmas advent has been given a brilliant remake by an amateur Liverpool filmmaker. Dan Rackham, a community worker at St Philemon's Church in Toxteth, filmed the video at iconic locations around the city for his Nativity-themed film.
A man in his thirties was taken to hospital after falling down a lift shaft at the Hilton hotel in Liverpool. Emergency services were called out to the hotel, near Liverpool ONE , just after 3pm this afternoon. The victim is understood to have fallen down the lift shaft, from the lobby to the basement.
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service have told the ECHO that they are "now in the process of leaving the scene and that it looks as though the man was to be taken to hospital". The North West Ambulance Service has confirmed that the man who has fallen is in his 30s.
A Prescot woman has organised a free Christmas Day meal for 100 lonely pensioners after being touched by the John Lewis Christmas advert. Faye Westhead, 26, said she was inspired to help the elderly this Christmas so arranged to host the charity day at Cargo restaurant in Liverpool.
Children are taken into care because their parents don't know enough about their legal rights, a leading Merseyside care lawyer has warned. Andrew Perrigo, a partner at Morecrofts Solicitors in Birkenhead, said that parents are being made to feel like they have "no choice" but to give consent for their children to be taken away.
An Everton FC fan has watched matches at more than 2,000 stadiums across the world - and has no intention of stopping. Graeme Holmes, 51, from Formby, began touring stadiums as a hobby when he was 24. Though he began with the intention of visiting all 92 league grounds, Graeme's hobby quickly progressed to a desire to travel to Europe and beyond.
A Broadgreen pensioner thanked a good Samaritan lollipop man who found and returned her purse after she fell in the street. Sheila Brown, 76, was left shaken after falling and got home only to discover she had lost her purse containing £320.
Eight people arrested as police swoop on 13 homes in Aigburth, Garston and Toxteth in drugs crackdown A drugs squad chief vowed to root out dealers peddling their wares on Merseyside after significant quantities of cocaine and heroin were seized at 13 addresses across Liverpool.
Nine people were arrested this morning in dawn drugs raids as police swooped on 13 addresses in Toxteth , Aigburth and Garston . Armed officers from Merseyside Police's Matrix Serious and Organised Crime targeted homes as part of a pre-planned operation to target those peddling heroin and cocaine around the county.
The Titanic Hotel has come to the rescue of lonely pensioners on Christmas Day by providing a venue for an annual charity event which was at risk of being cancelled. White Christmas Liverpool, held in the Town Hall for the past two years, offers a hot meal and entertainment to 250 elderly people who would otherwise be spending Christmas Day alone.
Holly Kirkpatrick, eight, now wants to help Alder Hey buy the machine permanently by completing Santa Dash This is the heartwarming moment a little girl from Maghull with cerebral palsy experiences what it is like to walk for the first time.
The University of Liverpool has seen fees received from overseas students double in the last four years so on International Students Day the ECHO spoke to visitors to our city to see what they think of their new home.
A Tuebrook woman has been charged in connection with the theft of £100 from a 64-year-old man disabled man at a Croxteth newsagents. Renee Weaver, 34, from Belmont Drive, was arrested on Thursday November 12 and was then bailed to a later date.
This is the moment police divers recovered a black coat from the Leeds-Liverpool Canal as the manhunt for Lewis Dunne's killers took pace. The 16-year-old was gunned down by the canal towpath in the Eldonian village, Vauxhall, shortly after 11pm last night. He was taken to the Royal hospital where he died a short while later.
The devastated mum of a former teen boxing champion who fought brain disease four years ago has spoken of her anger after he was brutally attacked in Liverpool city centre . Lee McMillan, 17, made national headlines in 2011 after ground-breaking brain surgery brought him back from the brink of death.
A Netherton off licence faces closure after it was found selling counterfeit vodka and the manager was discovered to be an illegal immigrant. The illegal goods were uncovered during a raid at Target Foods and Off Licence on Park Lane on September 21.
A five-year-old beauty queen from Halewood hopes to raise £10,000 for underprivileged children after reaching the finals of the Mini Miss Face of the Globe competition. India Williams, who was recently crowned Mini Miss Liverpool and Mini Miss British Empire , is using her place in the international competition as a chance to raise money for the Rainbow Child Foundation.
It has long been said that Scousers are some of the kindest people on the planet. So in celebration of World Kindness Day, the ECHO looks back on some of Merseyside's loveliest stories from the last year.
Five people have been arrested in dawn drugs raids across Merseyside after police seized £25,000 heroin from a house in Kirkby . The raids were carried out at nine addresses this morning as part of a Titan investigation that saw huge drugs seizures worth £25m carried out last month.
This is fake penis attacker Gayle Newland, who was today jailed after tricking her female friend into having sex. Newland, 25, of Willaston, near Neston, disguised her appearance and voice as she persuaded the other woman to put on a blindfold when they met up.
Sir Paul McCartney has agreed to play at next year's annual Children in Need fundraiser - already raising £2 million. The former Beatle is set to perform to an audience of 80 lucky auction winners at the special Dine and Disco event, which will be in its 10th and final year.
A Bootle woman who celebrated her 105th birthday with a party in hospital has attributed her long life to M&S food, being cheerful and enjoying work. Keiza Duckworth, known as Kay, reached the grand old age in Fazakerley Hospital yesterday after fracturing her pelvis - but did not let her injury get in the way of the party.
A teenager was among the servicemen from Liverpool who fell on this day 100 years ago. As Merseyside pauses for Remembrance Day, the ECHO reflects on those from the region who were killed on November 11, 1915, in World War One. One of those who fell was 18-year-old Private James Sheppard.
Liverpool's highest restaurant has beaten venues across the country to win a national fine dining award. Panoramic 34, on the 34th floor of Beetham's West Tower, was awarded Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year at the Creative Oceanic Food Awards England on Sunday night.
A woman has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a bus in Liverpool city centre this afternoon. The accident, involving a single decker, happened in Elliot Street just off Ranelagh Street at around 12.40pm today. The woman was taken to the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
An Anfield woman has finally been reunited with her missing cat after it was found in Sheffield with a broken leg and a tin can on its head. Hayley Regan, 32, said was delighted to hear that her beloved Lily had been found - but heartbroken by the news of her injuries.
Mersey poet Brian Patten praised a Birkenhead teenager's "exceptional" Remembrance poem which remembers the animals of war. Wirral Young Poet Laureate Phoebe Thomas, 16, was invited to read the poem at the service in Hamilton Square, Birkenhead, on Sunday.
Little Abbigail braved the weather at New Brighton this morning as the UK's first named storm batters Merseyside. Storm Abigail hit the North West with rain over the weekend, with strong winds arriving today. Abbigail Jones, aged two, from Wallasey put on her wellies and went down to the coast to see for herself.
A teenage girl from Allerton who now lives in Qatar has been taking the modelling world by storm. Annabel Forde, 15, moved to the Middle East four years ago, and was scouted by a local talent agency for her looks and striking natural red hair.
The organiser of the Formby Bonfire Night display in which three people were injured by fireworks insisted the accident was caused by a stray firework from a nearby garden. Crosby scout manager Nick Greenwood said two injuries were caused by the rogue firework, while the third was caused by a plastic cap that fell from one of their fireworks.
A family spoke of their horror at seeing a rogue firework fly straight into their daughter at a Bonfire Night show in Formby, and narrowly missing their baby. Kevin and Nickey Dickson were at the Lonsdale Road celebrations with their three daughters when a firework exploded into the crowd, narrowly missing their baby in a pram.
Firefighters in Merseyside attended 79 fires caused from anti-social behaviour on Bonfire Night. This was an increase from the 61 incidents attended on November 5 last year. Liverpool saw 34 of the incidents, while there were 17 in Wirral, 12 in St Helens , nine in Sefton and seven in Knowsley.
Emergency services were called at around 5.25am yesterday to reports a 22-year-old man was seriously injured following the shooting in Hindley Walk A road in Speke remains closed more than 24 hours after a man was seriously injured in a shooting.
London MP Sadiq Khan is challenging football to "call out racists" - and says the prejudice he faced at a match inadvertently led him to support Liverpool . The London Mayor Labour hopeful, who was abused at a match by supporters of the team he was cheering, says people should act if they hear abuse instead of feeling intimidated into silence.
Merseyside Police is urging people withdrawing cash in St Helens town centre to take extra care after reports of thefts. The incidents took place between Saturday October 31 and Tuesday November 3 in the Church Street area. A man is believed to have distracted people who have been withdrawing cash, before stealing cash cards, which have then been used to withdraw money.
A Birkenhead man claimed his Halloween was ruined after he was barred from two Liverpool bars because he was wearing shorts - despite other men being let in dressed in tutus. Tom Mann, 27, said he was turned away from Revolution in St Peter's Square and Black Rabbit on Seel Street at about 10pm on Saturday for being "inappropriately dressed".
Reds and Blues fans came together to celebrate Liverpool as "the friendliest city on the planet" after a Sunderland supporter penned a heartfelt letter praising Evertonians. John Marshall, 59, said he felt "completely humbled" from the warm welcome given to him by Blues fans when he visited the city yesterday.
A Liverpool family has spoken of their pride in seeing St George's Hall lit up purple in memory of their mum. The iconic building was one of 139 landmarks across the UK to be lit up last night as part of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.
A man accused of being involved in a disturbance during a fundraiser for Liverpool Mayor Joe Anderson at Liverpool's Titanic Hotel earlier this year has been fined. Jordan Lee Lockett, 21, of no fixed address, appeared at Sefton Magistrates' Court on Saturday November 2, charged with a public order offence in connection with the incident.
The person who appeared to joke about rape on Merseyside Police's Twitter account has left the force. Merseyside Police was criticised after responding to a tweet sent to the force's official Twitter account following Everton's 6-2 victory over Sunderland. A Twitter user wrote: "Hello.
A Sunderland fan said he felt "completely humbled" from the warm welcome given to him by Everton fans yesterday. John Marshall, 59, penned a heartfelt letter praising Blues fans. Despite watching his team lose 6-2, the Mackems fan described his outing as a "great day for the human race and football people everywhere".
For the key moments of today - see above. That's where we will leave our special coverage from the funeral. We will of course put updates on our website and our rolling news feed HERE. Applause rang out as coffin was carried out Family watch on as coffin carried from the cathedral.
A Liverpool train driver who survived a heart attack at the controls is back home after achieving his 3,000 miles by rail in three days challenge to raise money for charity. David Graham, 53, was hailed a hero three years ago for preventing a disaster after bringing the train to a safe stop despite blacking out.
Budget airline Ryanair has refused to refund 27 women their £2,000 flights to Brussels after the city went into lockdown over terror threats. Maria Doolan, 60, and her friends and family had booked the trip to Belgium to celebrate her birthday this weekend.
Grieving loved ones have paid tribute courageous young woman who has died after a lifelong battle with cystic fibrosis. Kayley Keir 20 had been fighting the disease since birth, and became the youngest patient to have a life-saving lung transplant at the age of 11.
A lonely pensioner who was facing the prospect of spending Christmas alone is "walking on air" thanks to the kindness of strangers. Fred Hunt was dreading his sixth Christmas on his own - but has received countless offers from people inviting him to events, offering company and even to redecorate of his living room.
A brave grandmother with terminal cancer has made a heartfelt appeal to meet singer Adele - and complete her bucket list. Debbie Blackhurst, 52, received the devastating news last year that her breast cancer was terminal. The grandmother-of-eight set out to do all the things she had always wanted to do - including watching Liverpool FC and seeing comedian John Bishop in concert.
Two men were taken to hospital after an assault on Eberle Street in Liverpool city centre last night. The incident took place just before 3.10am in the early hours of Sunday morning. Two men, aged 19 and 21, were taken to hospital suffering from minor injuries to the back and have since been discharged.
People in parts of Merseyside are nearly three times more likely to be admitted to hospital for alcohol-related liver disease than the national average. South Sefton had the highest rate of emergency admissions in Merseyside , with 77.1 per 100,000 people admitted to hospital as a result of alcohol - 2.9 times higher than the England rate, according to the Health and Social Care Information Service.
More than 1,000 people with Mexican skull painted faces will gather at St George's Hall tonight as part of a world-record attempt. Organisers from iVAMOS! festival are calling on the people of Merseyside to turn up in full costume and makeup reminiscent of Catrinas or Catrines - the popular Mexican skeletons.
Liverpool Trading Standards chiefs today warned parents to take care when buying this year's must-have Christmas present. Self-balancing ' hoverboards ' are being tipped to be this year's most popular gift. Last week, the gadgets were investigated by BBC's Watchdog, who advised customers to beware of cheap imitation hoverboards with a three-pin plug that could be extremely dangerous.
Merseyside Police is urging the public to be cautious following the loss of potentially fatal medication in Birkenhead . A member of the public reported the loss of more than 200 prescription tablets between Asda in Birkenhead and the Woodchurch estate between 5.30pm and 6.45pm on Thursday October 29.
Posing for photos, two prisoners make a mockery of the justice system by posting gloating cell-fies on Facebook. Cocky cousins Jake Higgins, 19, and Malcolm Graham, 18, openly flouted rules at Altcourse prison in Liverpool by posing together in a cell at the jail.
Everton FC chairman Bill Kenwright has paid an emotional tribute to Blues legend Howard Kendall in a eulogy at his funeral. Kenwright gave the final tribute in the service, held at Liverpool's Anglican Cathedral. He said: "This is my family. As a fan, he was the best.
A Bootle florist was so touched by one woman's search to find a samaritan who helped her through " the worst train journey of my life " that she has offered to donate a bouquet when the pair reunite.
A woman from Liverpool has been reunited with a train passenger who lent her a shoulder to cry on as she travelled to see her sick mum. Alison Eley, 44, made a heartfelt appeal yesterday to track down a woman named Dot who consoled her as she travelled to be with her mother while she had serious emergency surgery.
A woman from Liverpool is trying to find a train passenger who lent her a shoulder to cry on as she travelled to see her sick mum. Alison Eley was travelling on the 12.07pm train from London Euston to Liverpool Lime Street on Monday, October 20 to be with her mother while she had serious emergency surgery.
A superlambanana was guest of honour at a Liverpool couple's silver wedding anniversary barn dance, four years after it took centre stage at their daughter's wedding. Amy Williams, 28, won her much-loved "Lammie" in a design a superlambanana competition in 2008, and painted him navy blue to match the bridesmaids' dresses at her wedding to Dave Williams in 2011.
Amy Winehouse's dad and stepmum spoke to volunteers in Liverpool about the importance of warning schoolchildren on the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse. The iconic singer-songwriter was found dead in her London home in 2011 from accidental alcohol poisoning after a long struggle with her addictions.
A convicted murderer who was released into Merseyside after spending nearly three decades behind bars is fighting his removal from the county. Kenneth Carter, known as Kenny, has hired Liverpool lawyers to fight his corner. Carter, 45, was released from Altcourse Prison nearly three months ago after 27 years behind bars.
Liverpool is in the top ten worst fly-tipping hotpots in England, new figures reveal. Data from the Environment Department shows that illegal dumping of waste across England has worsened for the second year in a row, costing taxpayers almost £50m to clear up.
Dad-of-one from Stockbridge Village posting more clips and is 'overwhelmed' by response A Liverpool coffee shop worker whose version of an Adele song went viral on social media has said he is overwhelmed by the nation's response - and has even been asked to sing at weddings.
Founded by Toxteth couple Roger and Maeve Morris in 1995, the school's students have regularly performed across the city Liverpool samba enthusiasts are dancing with joy to mark 20 years of bringing Brazilian carnival fever to the city's streets.
Shoppers in Liverpool city centre will today be given a surprise performance - with actors dressed as prison guards and police officers strutting their stuff down a catwalk. The event has been organised by Merseyside Police to raise awareness of the dangers of girls and women involved in gangs.
A Liverpool train manager has won a national award for helping to save the life of a passenger. Gary Campbell, office manager at Virgin Trains in Liverpool, received the annual Samaritans Lifesaver Award for forcing down a door to save a woman who was trying to kill herself.
Here's the hilarious moment a man dressed as a Star Wars Stormtrooper danced alongside a Beatles busker in Liverpool city centre. The video was taken on Saturday on Matthew Street, home of the Beatles' old haunt the Cavern Club. The unidentified Stormtrooper busts some cheeky moves, twerks and moon walks along to the busker's guitar rendition of Come Together.
Former BBC Radio Merseyside presenter and country singer Kenny Johnson has died in Spain aged 75. Tributes are pouring in for much loved Mr Johnson, a former member of the UK's top country band The Hillsiders. He presented with Radio Merseyside for 40 years before his retirement in June.
Train passengers face further delays today as disruption on the Wirral line continues. Services running across the whole Wirral network are delayed by up to 10 minutes due to "a safety inspection of the track" between Hamilton Square and James Street.
A cannabis farm discovered in Liverpool city centre yesterday is estimated to have had an estimated yearly yield of nearly half a million pounds. Police were called to an industrial unit on Kempston Street, in Islington, at 10.05am on Monday after reports that entry had been forced.
The M62 has re-opened after the "sausage bridge" near Huyton was successfully replaced over the weekend. The new illuminated footbridge, which will be used by more than 400 people each day, is expected to open for use next week. Knowsley Council tweeted a series of photographs over the weekend showing the progress of the construction works.
A labourer found collapsed on a path in West Kirby has praised the two heroic schoolboys who saved his life. Anthony White, 20, who suffered a minor heart attack while walking home from work last month, has said that if it was not for the boys' quick thinking he would have died.
A three-year-old boy has been taken to hospital after being knocked down by a car in Bootle. The accident took place at 12.30pm today at the junction of Linacre Lane and Stanley Road. Police have said the boy, who was with his mum, appeared to be uninjured, but he has been taken to hospital as a precaution.
A teenage boy and girl were suspended from school for kissing in the library. The 13-year-olds were barred from classes at Pensby High School - which has only recently merged after being separate boys and girls schools.
Merseyside Police arrested a 30-year-old man after reports Woolton residents were being threatened with a knife. Police were called to Woolton Street at 0.03am on Saturday after the alarm was raised by staff from The Elephant pub.
Tesco is pulling Carlsberg from its shelves. Despite the lager claiming to be "probably the best" in the world, the brewer is now the latest victim of the supermarket giant's cull of big brands. Carlsberg follows brands such as Kingsmill and Ribena to be removed from the shelves.
It's that time of year again - autumn is here and the conkers are back. They're free, they're everywhere, but what can you do with them? Here are seven simple ways you can go bonkers with conkers: You don't have to be a kid to take part in this old playground ritual.
It's that time of year again - autumn is here and the conkers are back. They're free, they're everywhere, but what can you do with them? Here are seven simple ways you can go bonkers with conkers: You don't have to be a kid to take part in this old playground ritual.
An investigation is underway after a man was attacked and mugged in Everton. It happened just before 12.50pm on Saturday in Grant Park - near to the junction of West Derby Road and Heyworth Street. The man was taken to hospital where he is being treated for serious head injuries although his condition is not thought to be life-hreatening.
Annual student bus passes in Liverpool are as much as double the cost of those in other major cities Liverpool students have expressed their outrage at the "extortionate" price of Arriva bus passes, which sees them having to pay as much as double the cost of those in other major cities.
A weather warning has been issued for the North West of England as another band of fog rolled in overnight. The Met Office has issued a yellow fog warning and has urged drivers to take care on the roads. Visibility may fall to below 100 metres in some areas, leading to difficult driving conditions.
Warrington may have been ranked Britain's worst town for culture in Britain in the Heritage Index - but we think they're wrong. Here are 12 reasons why culture vultures should visit this Cheshire gem: Returning for its fifth year in a row, the festival features a full programme of cultural events, exhibitions and performances.
Thomas Fendick, 16, from Childwall has taken to YouTube to show off his free running adventures across the city A 16-year-old free runner has posted footage online, displaying his death-defying stunts above the city. Thomas Fendick from Childwall has taken to YouTube to show off his free running adventures across Liverpool, including one dangerous stunt where he hangs off a crane near the cathedral.
A Stockbridge Village couple celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with messages of congratulations from Pope Francis and the Queen. Tommy and Blodwen Owens marked their platinum anniverary with a service at St Albert's Church, where they were presented with a framed parchment containing a blessing from Pope Francis.
A half-a-mile stretch of the M53 near Ellesmere Port will be closed over the next two weekends while two motorway bridges are repaired. From 8pm this evening until 6am on Monday, the southbound carriageway will be closed between junctions 8 and 9.
Merseyside Police is appealing for help to trace a missing 14-year-old boy last seen in St Helens. The force is becoming "increasingly concerned" about the whereabouts of Leon Johnson, who is also known by the surname of Hyde. Although he lives in Stockport he was last seen on Church Street, St Helens, on Tuesday.
Three women and a young child had a lucky escape after their car crashed and overturned in a city centre crash. The accident happened on Catharine Street near its junction with Mulberry Street 1.30pm this afternoon. Three casualties including the young child were taken by ambulance to the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, where they are being treated for their injuries.
Only one in three people in Liverpool with anxiety or depression makes a healthy recovery - much lower than the national average. Just 32.8% of the city's mental health patients got better after their treatment, while the national average stands at 43%, according to a new report titled Improving Access to Psychological Therapies.
A mum at home with her young daughter discovered two burglars in the conservatory. Police have now released CCTV images of a man who they want to speak to about the confrontational burglary in Birkdale in July. They said that at around 2.40pm on Friday July 17 two men entered a property on Sandon Road.
Merseyside gardeners found themselves working alongside Princes William and Harry today after volunteering to help the BBC's DIY SOS team. Staff from Alpline Gardeners Group in Liverpool and Vista in Wirral have taken a week out of work to help transform two derelict streets in Newton Heath , Manchester, into a village for army veterans.
A woman is offering a £1,000 reward for help in finding her car which was stolen in a break-in over a week ago and was last seen in Merseyside. Chelsie'ann Walker, 20, woke on September 12 to find that thieves had smashed through a window at her family home in Llys Nercwys in Mold, North Wales.
Residents in Walton were disgusted to find more than 60 bags of household waste dumped on their street last night. Neighbours on Ripon Street said the rubbish has attracted rats and that they cannot open their windows because of the "vile, putrid smell".
A motorcyclist was sent to hospital after an accident caused severe delays in St Helens this morning. Drivers have been urged to avoid the Liverpool-bound carriageway at Windle Island on the A580 following a collision between two vehicles. The motorcyclist suffered a minor injury to his wrist after colliding with the back of a car as traffic slowed.
Glock pistol and three handguns founds in Netherton house in January Four men were locked up after police unearthed a gun used in shootings in the Old Swan area of Liverpool. Jonathan Southward, 25, Steven Lloyd, 22, Anthony Nolan, 20, and Peter Stevens, 18, were sentenced to more than 25 years in jail and young offender facilities.
A Huyton woman who went missing in August has been found safe and well, police have confirmed. Merseyside Police today said that Jodi Creevy, 29, was found this morning in the north Liverpool area. The 29-year-old was reported missing on Friday, 28 August, having been last seen in Huyton in mid-August.
A Southport man who was reported missing two weeks ago has been found in Blackpool. Merseyside Police confirmed that David Johnston, 49, was found today. Concern had been growing for the 49-year-old, who was last seen on Albert Road, S outhport, on Monday, September 7.
The number of students at Liverpool John Moores University awarded firsts or 2:1s has risen by 83.2% since the introduction of tuition fees - the highest in the country. A Sunday Times Good University Guide survey compared the number of the same degrees awarded in 1998 with those awarded last year, to find 55 universities had increased the number of top degrees by more than 30% in that period.
A shopping centre manager was so angered by seeing dogs left in cars she launched a petition to prosecute the unthinking owners. Claire Grundy, who has named her campaign Otis Law after her beloved five-year-old rescue labrador, has collected more than 1,700 signatures on the Government's petition website.
The heartbroken mum and fiancée of a Liverpool chef stabbed to death in his back yard told of their heartache five years after his murder. Colin Hughes, 42, was stabbed by an intruder at his terraced home on Baden Road, Old Swan, at 12.50am on September 21, 2010.
Staff, patients and families invited to add their messages to the 'memory tree' Alder Hey children's hospital is celebrating its move to its new £273m home tomorrow. The hospital's five-day transfer to the new building in Springfield Park is due to begin from October 2.
It is a brain condition that affects an estimated four per cent of our population, so why is it that parents, teachers and doctors are so often unaware it exists? As calls are made for greater recognition of synaesthesia amongst professionals, Katie Strick meets the ordinary people who see the world in extraordinary ways, thanks...
By Katie Strick The mum of a blind teenager who was ordered to leave a Liverpool restaurant because she had her guide dog with her has accepted the restaurant's "unreserved" apology. The manager of Yee Rah in Paradise Street, part of the Liverpool One complex, told the 19-year-old, who did not wish to be named, to leave the premises on Saturday.
John-Paul Hayes and friend Nicola Weston filmed themselves singing after a few drinks A Merseyside coffee shop worker told of his shock after a video of him crooning to Adele while drunk went viral on social media. John-Paul Hayes, 26, posted the video of him and his friend Nicola singing the pop star's Make You Feel My Love on Saturday night.
Last month the government published a report urging businesses and local authorities to take greater responsibility for discarded waste, but they too must be held to account over Britain's litter epidemic. Katie Strick explores why a lack of responsibility and loopholes in the law are turning our country's roadsides into rubbish tips, one hedgerow at...
There's nothing like an old flame casting a shadow over a new relationship 'Fresh Start Guy' reveals the signs your boyfriend is still not over his ex Be clear, open and listen carefully to what he has to say, advises Manj There's nothing like an ex wife or girlfriend lurking in the background to potentially cast a shadow of doubt over a promising new relationship.
Peter, 36, and Tracey Needham, 32, weighed nearly 20st each The supermarket workers from Plymouth spent £50 a week on takeaways The pair lost 16st for their wedding on a diet of 'Weetabix chicken' They coated the poultry with broken up cereal and baked it in the oven A couple who were addicted to Kentucky Fried Chicken lost a combined weight of 16st - by ditching the Colonel's secret recipe and coating their chicken in Weetabix.
Lee Coolahan, 35, from Norwich, was shamed into losing 16 stone The Norwich City fanatic got trapped as he tried to enter Everton stadium He cut down on ready meals and now goes to the gym four days a week The 35-year-old hopes to win Slimming World National Man of the Year A 33-stone football fan was shamed into losing half his body weight after being too large to fit through the turnstile to watch his favourite team play.
If you'd have asked a year ago where my first job would be, I would never have guessed a national newspaper - and certainly not the Daily Mail! But sure enough, this September I am delighted to say I will be beginning as a trainee on the Daily Mail's graduate scheme, reporting from Liverpool and Cambridge...
It's been twenty-four hours since I handed in the final project of my City masters degree. With the champagne-soaked memories of last night's celebrations hanging over me, I'm sitting in a busy, noisy Hackney launderette and I feel that now is the perfect moment to reflect on the year that's gone by.
Brain Attack, MOSI, Manchester Join leading neuroscientists from a team at the University of Manchester to discover how our brains function, with hands-on experiments, talks and interactive displays. Today, 10.30am-3.30pm, free, mosi.org Ship Decorating Workshop, Merseyside Maritime Museum, Liverpool Join a family workshop to decorate your own ship with dazzle paint, which was used to disguise vessels during the First World War.
Who tastes of toffee and ink? Who's like Lucozade - and who's the inside of a frankfurter? James Wannerton from Blackpool has a rare condition called lexical-gustatory synaesthesia, which means he can taste words and sounds. For the General Election, he has teamed up with artist Sam Cornwell to show how each political leader tastes.
Research shows that 65% of dieters will regain the weight in three years A Nutracheck study showed that most successful dieters still ate carbs Nutritionist Emma Brown says treats make weight loss more sustainable From eating only grapefruits to ditching carbs, fad diets come and go with the seasons.
David Fotheringham, 36, from Halifax shed eight stone in just nine months The Scottish banker walked 500 miles to raise money for a local school Inspired by The Proclaimers, he is now raising the total mileage to 1,000 Last August David was 24 stone and would eat a meal-for-two each night A proud Scot who ballooned to 24 stone eating chocolate biscuits and crisps has shed almost eight stone in just nine months by walking like The Proclaimers.
The brutal honesty of young children makes for some hilarious reading One girl asks that her dad gets a day off, 'because it's summer, you know' 'I'm sorry your about to die' [sic] one boy wrote to his poorly grandfather One card tells Santa to 'take it easy', while another sends him a URL link In this digital age, there's nothing better than receiving a good old-fashioned letter.
Jason Alford, 45, from Worthing, was shamed into losing 13 stone The father-of-two felt embarrassed when asked to wear trunks on holiday He promised his family a trip to Florida if he lost 10 stone - and lost 11 Since Jason changed his eating habits, his wife has dropped 2 dress sizes A 26-stone father was shamed into losing half his body weight after being told he could not use the pool on a family holiday unless he wore Speedos.
Jaden Smith and Romeo Beckham both have 1.8million followers Face of Burberry Romeo Beckham, 12, has 8,000 followers Cindy Crawford's kids share an Instagram account with over 16,000 fans Kym Marsh's daughter Emilie appeared on singing contest The Voice She might be just 17 years old but Kylie Jenner has amassed more than 21 million followers on social media site Instagram - more than any other A-list minor.
Females aged 16-25 are the most prolific selfie-takers, study reveals Young women were found to spend 48 minutes a day taking the snaps 22 per cent said getting social media 'likes' was the main reason for posing One in three confessed to using selfies to attract potential love interests The selfie has taken the world by storm.
Kimberley Donoghue fell down stairs carrying a box of decorations The 28-year-old was put into a cast just four days before her wedding The bride was wheeled into church by her dad, and sat to say her vows After a year of planning, she says she 'knew something had to go wrong' Most brides spend months searching for the perfect accessories on their big day - but a knee-high cast and NHS-issue crutches aren't exactly on the list.
Amelia Morton gained three stone in her first few months of university The 23-year-old used to fork out almost £5,000 a year on takeaway pizza She was shocked into a post-graduation diet after her dad's comments Amelia, now size 8, says the Cambridge Weight Plan transformed her diet A size 16 student who used to fork out £5,000 a year on pizza has dropped a staggering four dress sizes since ditching takeaways.
Iggy Azalea's name is a combination of her childhood dog and street name After a rough start, '50 Cent' wanted his name to be a metaphor for change Kiwi singer 'Lorde' took her inspiration from royals and the aristocracy 'Pink' is a reference to the singer's tendency to blush when embarrassed It was Shakespeare who wrote: 'What's in a name?
RIP the full stop. 1000AD - 2015 The full stop has been demonised, replaced by the exclamation mark, the ellipsis and the emoji. But why is it that Generation Y (myself included) will do anything and everything to avoid our most humble and beloved piece of punctuation?
The average Briton enjoys 876 cups of tea each year, with the over-55s consuming 21 cups a week, a survey has shown. The YouGov research, commissioned by older people's charity Contact the Elderly, revealed that tea drinking increases with age.
All members of staff, including receptionists and PAs, are personal tutors to three students each, which the headmaster says helps to strengthen staff-student relationships. A "family dining" system sees students eat a communal lunch with their teachers and peers. "It's a simple idea influenced by boarding schools," said Mr Emmerson.
Ben Fogle and his wife Marina admit their marriage needed 'maintenance' The pair say they had never argued when they married in 2006 In recent years, the couple have faced more challenges than most including having a stillborn son in 2014 and the loss of a family pet Marina runs antenatal classes and is urging parents to consider therapy Adventurer Ben Fogle and his wife Marina have said that regular 'MOT' therapy sessions with a marriage counsellor have helped them to cope with the pressures...
Hitch app lets you set up two of your friends through Facebook Chat begins anonymously, but pairs can choose to reveal their identity Over 85 per cent of hitches result in conversation and many lead to dating Founder Anton Gu says the idea came from his own experiences Do you know two people who are just perfect for each other?
Some say he was never born, and that he only writes with a fine goose quill pen. Katie Strick explores the curious world of local artist and collector Viktor Wynd It's a curious place, Mare Street. Where rioters caused chaos just four years ago, a series of bars and pubs are now springing up for...
Stylish celeb mums support charity campaign by taking selfies in T-shirts The #MotherTee campaign has been a huge success on social media Women for Women International raises money for women affected by war The charity is supported by celebs Angelina Jolie and Meryl Streep What have Fearne Cotton, Denise van Outen, Jo Wood and Leah Wood got in common?
It's a curious place, Mare Street. It's the home of Hackney Town Hall, of Hackney Empire. Unknowingly to most who live there, a little place known as The Viktor Wynd Museum of Curiosities, Fine Art and Natural History, home of Hackney's most unusual petting zoo on weekends.
It has been since the tragic shooting of 15-year-old schoolgirl Shereka Marsh, but her school remembers and calls for greater strategies to tackle gun crime in the borough. Last Sunday saw the one-year anniversary of the death of Urswick student Shereka Marsh, who was fatally shot by her boyfriend at his home in Hackney Wick.
Mayor Boris Johnson unveiled a memorial to the victims of 9/11 at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park today. Crowds turned out in their hundreds for the reveal of a striking steel artwork made from the 9/11 wreckage. Watch: Mayor Boris Johnson speaks exclusively to the Hackney ...
55-year-old James Wannerton from Blackpool can taste words. He has a rare neurological condition, known as lexical-gustatory synesthesia. James tells Katie Strick what it's like to be eating 24 hours a day. When I was four I used to go to school on the London Underground, and one of my earliest memories is the taste of the station names.
While Benedict Cumberbatch basked in front of the nation's cameras at Sunday night's BAFTAs, his younger self was cooking dinner at his flat in Peckham as he watched on TV. 19-year-old Alex Lawther recently won Young British Performer of the Year in the London Critics Circle Awards for his role as a young Alan Turing...
Archant A policy ordering the removal of plants and washing lines from balconies is being reviewed by Hackney Homes after tenants branded the demands "ludicrous". A policy ordering the removal of plants and washing lines from balconies is being reviewed by Hackney Homes after tenants branded the demands "ludicrous".
Camp Bestival Goes Wild, City Art Gallery, Southampton Enjoy wildlife-themed activities, music, storytelling, competitions and a performance of The Jungle Book. Children can dress up in animal costumes and create their own wild art.
Stuart Kerner, 44, found guilty of two counts of sexual activity with a child Court heard teenage schoolgirl crush turned into an illicit 18-month affair Kerner had sex with girl on floor of cupboard in school and at family home Judge Joanna Greenberg gave him 18-month suspended sentence today She said: 'No evidence you groomed her.
The devastated family of a former EasyJet worker at Liverpool John Lennon airport who was killed in a hit-and-run in Miami have spoken of their heartbreak. Andrew Hamilton, 27, from Chester was travelling with friends when he was killed in South Beach on Tuesday.
Ban is apparently aimed at avoiding offence among Jews and Muslims Publisher prohibits mentioning anything that 'could be perceived as pork' Oxford wants authors to consider 'cultural differences and sensitivities' Muslim Labour MP Khalid Mahmood calls ban 'absolute utter nonsense' Schoolbook authors have been told not to write about sausages or pigs for fear of causing offence.
Commuters faced severe delays in Liverpool city centre this morning after upgrades to the city's traffic light system failed. Plans to complete the changes during off peak times were delayed, leading to rush hour chaos on the roads. Travellers tweeted their frustration, reporting queues from Edge Lane to the city centre, and on Kensington and Prescot Roads.
Family and friends have paid tribute to a 'real champion', who represented Portsmouth during the Trafalgar 200 celebrations. Felicity Sparshatt died last month from liver cancer, which she fought for a number of years. Over 180 family and friends filled out St Colman's Roman Catholic Church in Cosham on Wednesday for the funeral of a woman who believed passionately in the city and its reputation.
Firefighters are tackling a blaze in the roof of a thatched cottage in Hale Village. Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service were called out at 7.26am this morning to the incident in Church End, Widnes. Seven fire engines and one ambulance attended the scene, near to the Childe of Hale pub.
A SCHOOLBOY has become the talk of the classroom after writing a song to try to combat cyberbullying. Jake Daraz is a Year 4 pupil at Langstone Junior School in Copnor. The eight-year-old received the highest marks in the school for his musical entry to a national anti-cyberbullying competition.
A man was arrested after two men were stabbed in Formby in an early-hours attack. A 55-year-old was detained following the attack in Chapel Lane. Emergency services were called at around 2.15am to reports that two men had been injured.
MINDLESS vandals damaged dozens of cars in a crime spree across the streets of Gosport leaving motorists counting the cost of repairs. The vandalism happened across a wide area in the course of one night, at around 3.30am. Damaged vehicles have been reported to police on Station Road, Anns Hill Road, Testcombe Road, Wilmott Lane and Brougham Street.
A family-run charity shop in Anfield is facing a £1,000 repairs bill after thugs smashed a window and damaged a community room for children with autism. The attempted break-in took place at the Isabella Trust charity shop on Townsend Lane at around 3.30am on Thursday.
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A Kensington convenience store which hid illegal cigarettes behind wooden panelling has had its alcohol premises licence revoked. Sniffer dogs from the council's Alcohol and Tobacco Unit discovered a hidden stash of 3,120 Marlboro Gold, Pall Mall and Mathat cigarettes at Alinka, an Eastern European food and drink store on Prescot Road.
Pereliya is a village still mending its scars. A decade has passed since the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami hit the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, but for many local people, rebuilding their lives from scratch remains a daily struggle. The village is the site of the Sri Lankan tsunami-rail disaster, in which 1,500 people lost...
A 57-year-old man is being treated for serious head injuries after a hit-and-run in Walton. The incident took place on Knighton Road, near to Asda, at around 11.40pm last night. The driver of the dark-coloured small hatchback, believed to have travelled from the direction of Utting Avenue onto Richard Kelly Drive, failed to stop after the collision.
Master of University College, David Held, has defended George Entwistle, recently resigned Director-General of the BBC and former Castleman, saying, "He will be a real loss to the BBC".
Thousands of ex-wives and ex-husbands could now challenge their divorce settlements, a leading Liverpool solicitor has warned. A landmark ruling by the Supreme Court this week gave divorcees the right to pursue an ex that deliberately hid or lied about their assets.
By Katie Strick ARCHIE Inns is no ordinary 12-year-old. As this year's head boy chorister at Durham Cathedral, Archie will be spending his Christmas season "at work", rehearsing for three hours each day in preparation for the month's festive services.
There's some siriusly mysterious activity going on outside St George's Hall - the latest filming location for Harry Potter prequel Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them. Our photographer got on his broomstick to spy on all the action. Photos taken hovering above Lime Street yesterday show tables and chairs being moved DiagonAlley up the steps into the venue.
Merseyside Police arrested a 30-year-old man after reports Woolton residents were being threatened with a knife. Police were called to Woolton Street at 0.03am on Saturday after the alarm was raised by staff from The Elephant pub.
"We're angry because there was a lack of information, and a lack of warning": colleges refuse to pay Team Durham fees after subs double from last year. With less than a week until fee payment is due, college sports officers have slammed the lack of information and warning given to them about the new Team Durham fee-paying system.
Crooks raided family-run Lattetude in West Kirby overnight Thieves trashed a West Kirby cafe and stole donations meant for a fund to help Syrian refugees in a break-in last night. Staff told of their heartache after turning up for work at Lattetude, a family-run coffee lounge and bistro on Dee Lane, to discover the carnage.
Brits spend £815 million a year to 'social media proof' their wardrobe Survey shows that men spend more money than women One third of Brits admitted to buying new clothes to avoid multi-tagging Blogger Lily Melrose says social media has changed the face of fashion Ever decided against an outfit because you've already been tagged in it on Facebook?
Uni and Church sign agreement, with talks of former Catholic seminary becoming a Durham college. Uni bosses are in discussion with the Roman Catholic Church over the future of Ushaw College near Durham, signing an agreement which could see it becoming a Durham college. They also signed a 'Heads of Terms' agreement to cement the partnership.
'Everyone thinks I'm insane or high as a kite' When Abi was eight-years-old, she said to her mum about how lovely the colours were when she played the piano. Her mum said: "What do you mean, the colours?" At school, Abi was distracted by bright auras every time someone spoke.
ARCHIE Inns is no ordinary 12-year-old. As this year's Head Boy Chorister at Durham Cathedral, Archie will be spending his Christmas season "at work", rehearsing for three hours each day in preparation for the month's festive services.
Arsonists are suspected to be behind the devastating fire that destroyed a community food hub in Toxteth yesterday. Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service was called at 11.55am on Sunday, October 11, to Toxteth Food Central on Windsor Street. The single storey building was severely damaged by fire.
Are you friends with 'Durham Student-Nights' on Facebook? If so, DELETE THEM NOW! Female students across Durham are being contacted on Facebook by a mysterious user who has been looking through their photos and asking inappropriate questions such as the type of underwear they wore.
Jurgen Klopp is set to make his first transfer since arriving in Liverpool - his beloved dog Emma. The new Liverpool FC manager's loyal companion is due to be flown into the city this week, according to German newspaper Bild.
Library evacuated due to sewer leakage that smelt like 'fish and piss', on the same day that they featured on BBC 6pm News headline for spending £1.4m on art in the new wing. Not the best day for the Bill Bryson...
A pair of teenage lovebirds have been suspended from school... after being caught kissing in the library. The teenagers, both aged 13, were told they could not attend classes at Pensby High School in Liverpool - which has only recently merged after being separate boys and girls schools.
STUDENTS have launched a petition against a £500-a-year rise in accommodation fees. The Durham University announcement, made in an email to students last week, detailed increases of nearly 8.5 per cent in fees for next academic year at its 16 colleges.
As I stepped over the threshold into Hackney's most haunted house the temperature dropped by several degrees. Perhaps it was something to do with it being the first day of spring, or perhaps it was something more sinister. The "friendly" ghosts of Sutton House are something of a legend in the Hackney borough.
THOUSANDS of fish are to be released into local rivers over the next few weeks. As part of an ongoing plan to restore the region's lakes and rivers, the Environment Agency will be stocking 2,000 dace and 1,500 chub at Lumley Park Burn, in Chester-le-Street.
A heart wrenching video released by the family of murdered PC Dave Phillips shows his daughters talking about their "lovely, kind and caring dad" who is not coming home. The footage, released by Merseyside Police this afternoon on behalf of the family, shows PC Dave Phillips' two daughters Abigail, 7, and Sophie, 3, playing in the garden with their cousins Thomas, 7, and Annabel, 4.
Students choose real feminism over banning Robin Thicke's latest hit... Unless you've been living under a rock, you will no doubt have heard all the controversy surrounding Robin Thicke's latest chart-topping hit. In the last month, 'Blurred Lines' has been ranked number one in the charts for 12 consecutive weeks, whilst being banned from YouTube, and from seven university campuses.
Police are searching the area for missing Hatfield second year, Sopefoluwa Peters, who disappeared on Tuesday night. The 20-year-old, known to his friends as Sope, was last seen outside Klute between 11:15pm and 12:15 am on Tuesday evening and has not been heard from since.
Is there anything as frustratingly, uncomfortably, maddeningly brilliant as public transport? I write, squashed up into the corner of a replacement bus between Guildford and Haslemere. It is a wet Saturday morning. Every seat is occupied by someone looking almost as miserable as I feel, with exception of the teenage couple canoodling in the corner.
As summer comes to an end and the evenings draw in, one Liverpool group is offering to add a spark to your Wednesday nights. Bring The Fire Project is a Liverpool-based group of fire dancers, circus skills teachers and flow art promoters.
CONTRACTS for the first batch of fighter jets for the Royal Navy's new aircraft carriers have been hailed as a key milestone by the Ministry of Defence's spending chief. Bernard Gray, the Chief of Defence Materiel, said the military is on target for operational capability on land and at sea with the aircraft.
Durham University Library is donating over £1000 worth of fines to DUCK, over double the average daily takings. Durham University Library is donating over £1000 worth of fines to DUCK, over double the average daily takings. The fines, collected from the Bill Bryson, Queen's, Leazes Road and Business School Libraries on the first day back after Easter this year, amounted to £1,007.
A helicopter and two police fire crews were called out last Friday night to rescue four drunk Durham students who were found climbing on the roof of the Dean's house, part of the cathedral. It was other students who alerted police to the incident, which took place shortly after midnight, and the rescue operation is estimated to have cost several thousand pounds.
Liverpool has been named as the whiplash claim capital of Britain, according to new research. Findings show that 55 per cent of road accidents in the city result in a claim, compared to a national rate of 30 per cent. The proportion of accidents involving a claim increased by 1.5% nationwide.
Durham has risen in the league tables to 6th place, according to the Guardian's new University Guide 2014. Durham has risen in the league tables to 6th place, according to the Guardian's new University Guide 2014. The guide, released yesterday, looks at every subject taught at universities in the UK for those starting university in 2014.
Pot Luck Parties, Tinder Dinners and Randoms Suppers: The Tab brings you the top dinner party ideas from around Durham! Spice up those cold winter evenings... What: Each guest brings a dish of their choice - with the freedom of making anything, (starter, main or dessert) no one knows what there is to eat until everyone arrives.
Cyclists and pedestrians have appealed for better cycling infrastructure in the ward after those on bikes were branded "a nuisance". The Hackney borough was recently voted London's cycling capital, with 25 per cent of residents commuting to work by bike, receiving great enthusiasm in the local area.
ECHO readers have jumped to the defence of TV presenter Jennifer Ellison after she spoke on the Lorraine Show about online trolls criticising her fuller figure. Jen, 32, who presents Dance Mums which is filmed at her Jelli Studios in the city, admitted she'd recently tipped the scales at 14 stone - the heaviest she's ever been.
It's official: Durham's nightlife is some of the worst in the country. It's official: Durham's nightlife is some of the worst in the country. We may have come 6th for Sport, but our nightlife has been ranked unsurprisingly low in this year's Which? University student survey.
"The biggest challenge facing journalists in this new media age is knowing which tools to use, when." (Bradshaw and Rohumaa, 2011) The digital age brings an exciting range of possibilities for journalists, but its pace can also be a little daunting. We as reporters are expected to be more on it than ever before.
Emma Watson wrote to fellow actor Steve Carell for supporting #HeForShe 9-year-old Honor Smith wrote to Richard Branson about her dyslexia Beyonce thanked Michelle Obama for being a role model to her daughter There's nothing quite like receiving a handwritten thank you note.
After an oarsome weekend of racing at BUCS Regatta, DUBC have been crowned 'the winner of the games' for the tenth year in a row! After an oarsome weekend of racing at BUCS Regatta, DUBC have been crowned 'the winner of the games' for the tenth year in a row!
Klute manager "appalled" after mirrors smashed, lights punched and drinks stolen in estimated £20,000 worth of annual damage. Klute's manager has revealed an "appalling" £20,000 worth of damage at the club, including smashed mirrors, punched lights and stolen drinks.
There was a strong turnout outside Hackney Town Hall today for a protest against ISIS and their continued attacks on the Kurdish town of Kobane. Organised over social media, the lunchtime demonstration was attended by members of Hackney Unison, council staff, activists and the local Kurdish and Turkish community.
Meanwhile, Bristol has achieved the lowest first choice success rate so far, with just 84 per cent of parents achieving their first preference of primary school. The figures show an increase from last year in refusals of first choice places by some local councils, a trend that will cause disappointment for many parents.
Have Palatinate got a new rival? Durham's satirical new paper proves a raging success. There's a new paper in town. Yesterday 2,000 copies of Durham's new student paper were distributed in the library, providing the perfect distraction for anyone still slaving away over those final summatives.
11 days, 11 athletes: ahead of tomorrow's opening ceremony, Katie Strick meets some of the student hopefuls set to compete at Glasgow 2014... Nation: Wales How do you feel about your opportunity to compete in the 2014 Commonwealth Games? I'm really excited about the opportunity to play in the Commonwealth Games.
Published in 'Palatinate' in October 2012 The prospect of squeezing one month's worth of eye-opening and inspiring experiences into a few pages of written text was daunting to say the least. But the more I thought about it, the more I began to realise that it was, in fact, that simple and unavoidable gimmicky slogan,...
A multisensory garden designed to represent the inside of a synaesthetes' brain will be featured as part of the conceptual section of this year's Hampton Court Flower Show. THE horticultural project, which opens to the public at the end of next month, will be washed with different coloured lights in response to trigger words that...
Aidan's fresher Charlie Greenwood starred on Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway, winning himself 20 great prizes including a £21,000 Volvo C30 and two holidays! Aidan's fresher Charlie Greenwood starred on Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway at the end of last month, winning himself 20 great prizes including a £21,000 Volvo C30 and two holidays!
A former Durham University professor has alleged that a research project was used by America to gather intelligence on Iran. A former Durham University professor has alleged that a research project was used by America to gather intelligence on Iran.
INTERVIEW: Why best-selling American author Bill Bryson backed the South Downs as a national park. The South Downs is Britain's 15th and newest national park. It took 60 years and the backing of many thousands of people to win this status. Celebrated author Bill Bryson was one such supporter in his role as president of...
The average British person enjoys 876 cups of tea each year - enough to fill more than two bathtubs - a new study has shown. The YouGov research, commissioned by older people's charity Contact the Elderly , revealed that tea drinking increases with age.
I think I have finally realized what it is that makes travelling so special and exciting - its unpredictability. You can plan a trip to the nth degree, rehearse it a hundred times over in your head before you go, you can wake up each morning and plan exactly what you will do and when,...
Boxers bar closed as police reveal coke snorting, bottle throwing and girls locked in the loos The notorious Durham bar Boxers has been closed and had its premises license revoked after police revealed a "horrific" level of law breaking to Durham County Council in a meeting yesterday.
Ryan Gosling fanatics turned out in their droves for a free six-hour film screening at the Hackney Picturehouse yesterday. 100 lucky fans enjoyed a triple bill of the heartthrob's flicks, having voted for their favourites before the event. The films Drive, Crazy Stupid Love and Half Nelson were shown as part of the London Fields Free Film Festival.
It is a neurological condition that affects four per cent of the population, yet much remains to be discovered about the mysterious world of synaesthesia. Katie Strick meets those who have lost their synaesthesia, and explores how such cases are allowing scientists to uncover new ways of using the condition.
Fabio 'unamused' after guests left choking and spluttering in suspected stink bomb prank. Fabio's was evacuated at 1am on Saturday night after the bar suddenly became filled with "a sulphur or rotten egg type smell". "We were dancing and suddenly there was an acrid smoke smell," reports a Trevs student.
Students report cars underwater and eels in boathouses amid huge flooding...but is Klute safe? Clubs and university buildings have been hit by flooding after six weeks' worth of rain fell on Durham in one day. College rowing clubs reported finding eels in their boathouses, and riverside bar The Boathouse was forced to close as the Wear burst its banks.
Running to Klute, Hogwarts banter, and fanta in the Undie: 36 things you'll only understand if you go to Castle
The 'hated' striped house (Geoff Pugh/The Telegraph) She has becoming involved in at least two lengthy legal disputes over properties in some of the capital's wealthiest neighbourhoods which she planned to redevelop them for the luxury market, including one multi-million pound property close to Harrods, in Knightsbridge.
Once again our college freps have been hard at work to win the title of Best Freshers' Week Video in Durham...Vote for your favourite frep film now! Freshers' Week: The most memorable week of your university life? Maybe not for some! However it went, the week is full of events to remember.
Police have arrested two teenagers after a gang threatened tenants in Speke with a knife and firearm. Officers were called to Tarbock Road at 1.20pm this afternoon to reports of a disturbance outside a property. A window was smashed during the incident but no one was injured.
Should sexuality be an issue in the church? Have your say. In November we found out that Bishop of Durham, Justin Welby, is to become the next Archbishop of Canterbury, but will he be replaced by a gay cleric? Jeffrey John, Britain's most senior openly gay cleric, has been put forward to become the next Bishop of Durham.
Pre-arrival tasks, fieldtrips and colouring in: 29 things you'll only understand if you're a Durham BA Geographer
An amateur pilot from Runcorn proposed to his girlfriend at 1,500 feet. Mike Hobley, 34, surprised Jordan Leavesley, 31, with a diamond ring as they flew over Chester. The moment is captured in an online where primary school teacher Jordan initially thinks boyfriend Mike is joking when he tells her he has a ring.
Tributes have been paid after a body found in the River Wear last week has been formally identified as that of missing student Sope Peters. Fellow students and university staff say they were "deeply saddened" on hearing the news.
This south-west London zoo is putting on a free Easter egg hunt - collect your quiz sheet on entry and find out which animals are guarding colourful eggs. Don't forget to enter the Haribo tombola. Usual entrance fees apply. Battersea Park Children's Zoo , Battersea Park, SW11 4NJ. 10am-5.30pm.