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Latest figures show 30 homeless people died in last five years
THIRTY homeless people have died in the past five years in St Helens, six of those last year alone. The latest figures come as homeless charity Shelter called the situation across England and Wales “utterly awful and unacceptable”. Every year
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Mum with inoperable brain tumour honoured to open university's imaging academy
A BRAIN tumour fighter diagnosed with a terminal disease says she is "honoured" after opening a new imaging academy at Edge Hill University. Laura Mahon, from Lea Green, was diagnosed with a glioblastoma (GBM) when she was 20 weeks pregnant in
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Police investigate body found with ‘potentially hazardous’ substances in Wigan
MURDER squad detectives are investigating the discovery of “potentially hazardous” substances on a body found on a street. The discovery was made on a residential street around 7pm on Thursday in Shevington, a suburb of Wigan, Greater Manchester
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Gym issues statement after 'arson' near premises
A GYM which is undergoing a refurbishment has issued a statement after a fire outside its premises, which is suspected to have been started deliberately. Emergency services attended the blaze on Boundary Road last night, Thursday, at around 11pm
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Traffic delays after Knowsley crash
THERE are traffic delays after a crash in Knowsley Village this afternoon, Friday. The collision is reported to have happened on Sugar Lane, near to Longborough Road. There is heavy traffic in the area. READ > Police appeal after fire
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Man arrested on suspicion of multiple offences last night in St Helens town centre
A MAN has been arrested in St Helens town centre on suspicion of multiple offences including common assault. A 59-year-old man from Huyton was arrested for multiple offences in St Helens town centre yesterday, Thursday, November 24. Around
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Impact Performance to sponsor National Conference League
THE National Conference League (NCL) have announced a new title partnership deal with Impact Performance, the UK's leading sports nutrition brand. For the 2023 season, the Rugby League’s premier Community-based competition will be known as the
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Police appeal after 'fire started' near gym and supermarket
A POLICE investigation has been launched after a fire was started near to a supermarket and a gym which are undergoing refurbishment. Emergency services attended the blaze on Boundary Road last night, Thursday, at around 11pm. The fire was
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Assistant Laurent Frayssinous casts a fresh pair of eyes over Saints training
NEW Saints assistant coach Laurent Frayssinous has settled into his new role at the club this past two weeks after completing his work in charge of the French World Cup squad. The 45-year-old, who has Super League experience coaching Catalans
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16-days of action to crack down on domestic abusers in Merseyside
OFFICERS across Merseyside are set to target criminals as part of a crackdown on domestic abuse and violence. Officers led by Merseyside Police’s Protecting Vulnerable People unit are set to travel across St Helens, Knowsley, Wirral, Liverpool
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Where you can watch England V USA World Cup game in St Helens
PUBS and venues across St Helens will be screening England's second FIFA World Cup group game this evening. Gareth Southgate's men take on the USA in Qatar this evening, with a 7pm kick-off (GMT). England opened up their tournament with a 6
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Why you will have seen a huge military plane circling St Helens this morning
RESIDENTS have reported seeing a huge military plane flying at low altitude in the skies above this morning, Friday. The Airbus A400M was visible and could be heard circling the town and surrounding areas from around 10.30am. The Royal Air
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St Helens Rotary wins Community Impact Award for almost 100 years of service
FOR almost 100 years, St Helens Rotary has been caring for our community. Whether it be the annual Rotary Christmas sleigh raising funds for worthy causes, or events held throughout the year, the voluntary led organisation has made a huge impact
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Saints coach sends his heartfelt message to ‘very special people’
WHEN Kristian Woolf arrived in St Helens three years ago to become Saints coach he had big boots to fill succeeding the popular Justin Holbrook who signed off after a Grand Final victory. However, the Queenslander managed to add a bit of grit and
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Nurses announce strike dates for next month after pay offer rejected
Nurses are set to hold two days of strike action in December over a row in pay across the NHS. It comes as the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) announced that members will stage their first national walkout on Thursday, December 15 and Tuesday, December
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How parliamentary constituency boundaries could change in St Helens
CHANGES could be made to parliamentary constituency boundaries in St Helens if the latest proposals are given the go ahead. The Boundary Commission for England has published its latest recommendations for a shake-up of constituencies in an effort
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Festive Christmas Fairs happening for first time since pandemic
A CHRISTMAS Fair is taking place in Seneley Green for the first time since the pandemic. Taking place at Seneley Green's Community Hall on Sunday, November 27, the Fair will bring celebrate the festive period with a collection of stalls and entertainment
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Brave Emily named Charity Champion for inspiring others to raise so much
THE overwhelmed parents of Emily Andrews couldn’t believe it when their brave five-year-old was awarded the Charity Champion Award. Suffering from seizures from as early as 10 months old, Emily Andrew, from Sutton Leach, was diagnosed with epilepsy
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Plans for chain of BT 'Street Hubs' in town centre decided on
PLANS to install a chain of BT Hubs at locations across St Helens town centre have been given permission. The hubs, which would include 75-inch advertising screens, and offer wi-fi and free telephone calls, have been given the green light by council
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Thousands of Merseyside NHS workers ballot for strike action
THOUSANDS more NHS workers across Merseyside have begun balloting for strike action. Unite, which represents 100,000 NHS workers, said its healthcare members are warning the NHS is on ‘life support’. The union also stated today, Friday, November
