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RECAP: Saints bag comfortable win against Hull KR

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Boxing session to raise funds for family of dad who died in crash takes place on Sunday

A ONE off boxing workout session is being held at Forge Fitness in memory of dad-of-one Jordan Yates who recently died in a car crash. The 24-year-old died following a crash on Scafell Road, Moss Bank at about 2am on Thursday, August 11. Jordan

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Police called after youths spotted 'running across' busy dual carriageway

POLICE were called after concerns a group of youths had been seen running across a busy road. Officers were contacted by people who had witnessed the behaviour of two girls and two boys at the St Helens Linkway, near the Steve Prescott Bridge.

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Arriva bus strike officially over after drivers accept 11.1% pay offer

THE strike that brought Arriva bus services to a halt in St Helens and across the North West is officially over after the firm's 11.1% pay offer was accepted. Around 1,800 workers, who had been on strike since July 20, returned to work yesterday

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Cineworld 'preparing to file for bankruptcy' as audiences fall

The Cineworld Group, the second largest cinema group in the world, is reportedly preparing to file for bankruptcy. The Wall Street Journal reports the British-based firm is considering the move after struggles to rebuild attendance following the

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Man, 20, one of 950 adults to represent UK at World Scout Jamboree

A 20-YEAR-OLD man from St Helens has been selected as one of 950 adult volunteers to represent the UK at next year’s World Scout Jamboree. The Jamboree will see 50,000 young people come together for a skills, cultural and adventure festival in

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Man's body found underneath bridge

THE body of a man was found underneath a bridge in St Helens in the early hours. Police confirmed they were called to reports that a man was found unconscious at the junction of East Lancashire Road and Abbey Road, Windle. They attended at

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St Helens band gunning for success after nomination for regional music awards

A LOCAL band is striving for further recognition after being nominated for a regional music award. Despite only forming around a year ago, Polker have gone from strength to strength in the local music scene. An "amazing" homecoming gig at the

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'I tried 5 loyalty cards and saved more than £100 this summer'

You don’t need me to tell you the cost of everything is rocketing and we’re all in need of some money-saving tips. So let’s skip to the good part. Loyalty cards used to be the kind of fad where you picked up three stamps, and then either lost

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Man left with life-changing injuries after attack in Liverpool City Centre - witness appeal

A man was left with life-changing injuries after he attacked in Liverpool City Centre. At around 10.50pm on Saturday, July 2 police were called to a report that a man in his 30s was assaulted on Clayton Square. The victim was confronted by

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Haydock's football star Conor Coady stars in M&S campaign

HAYDOCK’S football star Conor Coady has joined other England players in modelling the latest FA clothing range available in all M&S stores. The campaign comes after Marks and Spencers were announced as the Official Formalwear Partner For The

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Residents warned of post disruption as Royal Mail workers set to strike over pay

RESIDENTS who live in the WA postcode area are being warned of serious disruption to post later this month. Postal workers employed by Royal Mail are set to strike across the whole of the WA region for the first time in 13 years in a national dispute

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Drivers warned of motorway road closures near St Helens

DRIVERS are being warned of five road closures to avoid on the motorway network nearby St Helens this week. And two of them are expected to cause delays of between 10 minutes and half an hour. The latest expected works list, with notes from

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Women’s group brighten up high street with giveaways for public to enjoy

A WOMEN’S institute in Newton-le-Willows has gifted the high street with giveaways. Viaduct Violets handmade a post box topper, currently placed on a post box near the Riddling Rack on Newton high street, with giveaways hanging down for members

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Caring boy 'so proud' after receiving Mayor's award for helping the homeless

A SEVEN-YEAR-OLD who has spent two years helping the less fortunate has been recognised for his work by the Mayor of St Helens. Since an emotional advert struck a chord during lockdown in 2020, Toby Unwin, from Newton-le-Willows, has committed 

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World Photography Day 2022: Your favourite shots of the summer

TODAY is World Photography Day - a whole day dedicated to the art form that is photography. To mark the international celebrations, we asked members of our St Helens Star Camera Club to share their favourite photo of the summer. The Camera

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We're looking for the best dessert in St Helens

WHERE do you go for a totally tasty treat? Where in St Helens serves the best desserts? In our Best of 2022 campaign, we’ve given out 16 awards so far in St Helens for hair, nails, beauty, children, fitness, pubs, beer gardens, cafes and independent