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Man charged with murder of woman in Haydock - witness appeal continues
A man has been charged with murder following the discovery of the body of a woman in Haydock earlier this week. On Wednesday (August 31), the body of a woman was discovered at house in Piele Road. Robert Massey, 43 years, of Piele Road has
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Police called out after concerns raised over safety of man
POLICE officers were called out due to worries about a member of the public this afternoon, Friday. A police van and two police cars were reported on Alder Root Lane shortly before 4pm. This was due to concerns being raised in relation to the
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Boy jumps into swamp as he tries to flee police
A BOY had to be pulled out of a swamp after trying to flee police. Officers spotted two youths on a motorbike being ridden along the Rainford bypass. The first boy tried to escape officers by throwing himself into a nearby swamp, police say
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Is there a plan for the here and now?
I KNOW there are long-term plans to regenerate St Helens town centre. But do we have a plan for the here and now, as businesses and the area in general looks in need of support? This is likely to become more apparent as the cost-of-living crisis
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Bus proposals are unfair and divisive
I AM writing to highlight what Arriva buses are doing between St Helens and Rainford (at present two 38s but from September the 37 and 38). They are proposing two buses an hour from the town to the village to continue serving Rainford, but while
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Library events are needed for good of our communities
A WORD of praise for the library staff in St Helens for the brilliant activities for children over the summer. We’ve had a great time during our visits and it really makes you value the places. This is why it makes it so sad that some libraries
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Council's libraries plans are ill-conceived and ill thought-out
ON Thursday, August 25, an article appeared in this newspaper concerning the proposed closure of Rainhill Library. However, due to limited space, this was a truncated version of the story that can be viewed online. In the online version, a council
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Super League semi-final schedule is a break with league table custom
YESTERDAY’S confirmation of the Super League play-off dates provoked an angry response from Saints fans on social media platforms – unhappy that the top-placed club has been handed the second semi date. This represents a break with the customary
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St Helens woman arrested in Ashley Dale murder investigation
DETECTIVES investigating the murder of Knowsley Council worker Ashley Dale have arrested a St Helens woman on suspicion of assisting an offender. READ > Tributes to 'beautiful Jaki' as police confirm identity of Haydock murder victim Officers
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The Citadel cancels upcoming shows as MD Creatives vacate premises
THE CITADEL Theatre has cancelled all of the shows and performances that had been planned with MD Creatives for the rest of the year. MD Creatives, a local creative arts academy, signed a five-year lease with the Citadel back in December 2020.
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New monkeypox strain identified
A NEW monkeypox strain has been identified in the UK, linked with travel to West Africa. One person has been admitted to the High Consequence Infectious Disease (HCID) unit at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital in Merseyside with the strain
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Tributes paid to 'beautiful Jaki' as police confirm identity of murder victim
DEVASTATED friends have been posting tributes to Jaki Forrest, the 49-year-old who was found dead in Haydock on Wednesday. Police were contacted on Wednesday morning following concern for the safety of a woman at a property in Piele Road. Paramedics
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Traffic disruption on M6 near Haydock Island
THERE is traffic congestion on the M6 near Haydock Island this afternoon, Friday. According to live traffic tracker Inrix there is queuing traffic in the area due to an earlier broken down vehicle on the M6 southbound from Junction 23 A580 East
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Former Army nurse who had to learn to walk again taking on 12 mile challenge
AN Army nurse who was shot and told he’d never walk again is retracing the footsteps his late father made whilst waiting to hear if his son had survived. On Saturday, September 3, Tony Williams from Laffak is determined to walk further than he
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Police confirm identity of Haydock victim and give update on murder investigation
A WOMAN who was found dead Haydock has been formally identified as 49 year-old Jacqueline Forrest. The family of Ms Forrest, who is from the Haydock area, have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers, Merseyside Police
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‘Country is sleep walking into the biggest economic crisis for a generation’ says MP
MARIE Rimmer MP says the "country is sleep walking into the biggest economic crisis for a generation" amid the cost of living crisis. The "cost of living crisis" refers to the fall in "real" disposable income that the UK has experienced since late
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Police give update on missing 17-year-old girl
POLICE say a 17-year-old from Rainhill who went missing on Thursday morning has been found "safe and well". Officers issued an appeal yesterday after Madison Jordan went missing. READ > Mum of cervical cancer fighter takes on 300,000 step
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Jimmy 'The Whirlwind' White storms into town
SNOOKER legend Jimmy 'The Whirlwind' White stormed into town for an exhibition. White, one of the most popular stars of the game, appeared at Parr Conservative & Workingmen's Club. READ > Plans for multi-use sports area at school In
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19,000 revellers to descend on Sherdley Park for return of Reminisce Festival next week
ALMOST 20,000 people will descend on Sherdley Park next weekend as Reminisce Festival returns to St Helens. Starting as a small nostalgic music festival in 2014, Reminisce has grown into a huge annual event that welcomes around 19,000 music revellers
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Daughter fighting cervical cancer 'in awe' of amazing mum
A SINGER with aggressive cervical cancer says she is proud of her "amazing mum" who plans to walk 300,000 steps in September for Cancer Research. Sarah Waters from Prescot went for her first routine smear test in April, after it had been delayed
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Scully: Absentees meant Saints lacked spark against Wigan
I don’t think I’d be talking out of turn if I said I was one of many who were disappointed by the 30-10 defeat to our arch-rivals Wigan on Friday. We had the opportunity of lifting the League Leaders’ Shield at the DW Stadium and undoing the Warriors
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Cost of living payment: Tax Credit £326 payment to arrive from today
More than a million households will receive a £326 cost of living payment from today. The first of two cost of living payments will be paid by HMRC to Tax Credit households over the next five days. The first payment of £326 will be sent out
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Nominations are now open for The Pride of St Helens Awards 2022
NOMINATIONS are open for the Pride of St Helens Awards 2022 – sponsored by the Mikhail Hotel and Leisure Group – as we look to recognise our town’s amazing people and organisations. We're calling on our readers to come forward with the stories
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Restaurant serving Italian and Indian food opens its doors
A RESTAURANT serving Indian and Italian food has opened its doors to the hungry public. Green Olive on George Street has taken over the former Byroney’s Bistro spot, and is serving a selection of authentic Indian and Italian meals from its two
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Plans for multi-use sports area at school
COUNCILLORS have been recommended to approve plans for a new multi-use games area (MUGA) at a school. An application proposing the installation of a MUGA pitch on the playing field at Eaves Primary School, on Eaves Lane, Sutton will come before
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We're looking for the best restaurant in St Helens
WHAT better way to celebrate a special birthday or anniversary than a meal out with family and friends? A delicious three course meal cooked by a talented team of chefs that you can enjoy in beautiful surroundings. We’re spoilt for choice in
