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Martin Lewis shares important tips on how to celebrate Christmas on a budget
Martin Lewis has revealed how to celebrate Christmas on a budget. Christmas can be a tough time for thousands of British families every year, where the struggles of getting by are exacerbated by the apparent need for presents and lavishness.
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Girl accused of Brianna Ghey murder tried to give her an overdose, trial hears
A GIRL accused of murdering Birchwood teenager Brianna Ghey tried to kill her with an overdose, Manchester Crown Court has heard. On the third day of the trial, the jury heard more messages exchanged between the girl, identified only as X, and
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Man, 18, charged with intentional strangulation and assault after 'domestic incident'
POLICE have charged an 18-year-old man with assault and intentional strangulation after being called to a "domestic incident". Officers attended a property yesterday, Tuesday, November 28 and a suspect was arrested by police. A force spokesman
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Family pay tribute to 'loveable character' after man and carer die in canal accident
A FAMILY has paid an emotional tribute to a "loveable character" after he and his carer died following a "tragic accident" in the canal. A large emergency service presence was alerted to the presence of two males who had got into difficulty in
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Police explain presence on street after 'suspect handcuffed' following foot chase
POLICE have explained their presence on a street yesterday evening. Star readers reported spotting police vehicles attending the area of Greenfield Road, in Dentons Green at around 5.20pm on Tuesday, November 28. Several cars were seen in the
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Denis Litherland reflects on happy days at Recs and Saints
DENIS Litherland, one the town’s most popular rugby league characters, has the distinction of serving three of St Helens’ most iconic institutions – Pilkington Recs, Saints and Bartons Pickles. In fact, it is a now 49-year association with the
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Efforts ongoing to 'save jobs' after factory closure announcement
EFFORTS are ongoing for home appliances firm Glen Dimplex to find a new location in the area to retain dozens of its staff affected by the upcoming closure of its Whiston factory. The Star reported earlier this month after it was confirmed that
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Popular gym brings back tenth Christmas workout for hospital children's ward
A BOXING gym that has become a popular community hub will run its tenth annual Christmas charity workout next weekend. Opened by husband and wife Gary and Lisa Crickson in 2015, Forge Fitness has become well-known for its focused boxing and fitness
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'Do not eat' warning issued over chocolate bar after reports of illnesses
Shoppers have been warned not to eat a chocolate bar following reports of illnesses in those who have. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) said it was “strongly advising” people against eating a chocolate bar called Cali-Gold. The bar has been
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More of Saints squad have returned to pre-season training today
MORE of the Saints squad returned to pre-season training this week. The predominantly younger members of Saints' top squad returned to the gym and Cowley training fields last week, but some seniors like Alex Walmsley joined them in doing some early
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Police dog attends as officers called to report of woman 'with knife' in street
A WOMAN has been charged with knife possession after police attended a report of a suspect having a blade in the street. Officers attended Grafton Street, West Park, on Sunday evening, November 26. It had been reported that a woman was in
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St Helens features in question on ITV quiz The Chase
ST HELENS was featured in a question on ITV's The Chase last week. The town was mentioned in a question on the hit television show, presented by Bradley Walsh, in an episode screened last Tuesday, November 21. Contestant Alex, from Penarth,
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Four teenagers drowned after crash in North Wales, inquest hears
FOUR teenagers killed in North Wales drowned after the car they were in left the road, an inquest opening heard today. The inquests into the deaths of Jevon Hirst, 16, Harvey Owen, 17, Wilf Fitchett, 17, and Hugo Morris, 18, all from the Shropshire
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Van on fire causes delays around busy junction
FIREFIGHTERS rushed to the scene of a van on fire around Haydock Island this morning. Residents reported that traffic and delays were building up around one of the town's busiest junctions this morning (Wednesday, November 29). Merseyside Fire
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Two men die as huge emergency service presence seen around canal
TWO men have died following a huge emergency service presence around the canal. Residents published footage on social media yesterday afternoon (Tuesday, November 28), which showed more than a dozen emergency service vehicles, including police,
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Raft of St Helens eating venues given new food hygiene rating scores
EATERIES and pubs across St Helens have been given food hygiene rating scores following inspections by the Food Standards Agency in October. The FSA is responsible for ensuring that establishments are up to scratch in terms of food hygiene regulations
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Temperatures set to dip below freezing in St Helens this week - see full forecast
TEMPERATURES are set to dip into minus figures this week across St Helens. The Met Office has said with the UK sitting in cold air from northern Scandinavia the weather is turning much colder for the rest of this week and the start of next.
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Decision to be made on plans for Parkside ‘enabling works’
A DECISION is set to be made on a planning application linked to the huge Parkside development in Newton-le-Willows. The full application is for “enabling works” to excavate site material from the Parkside former colliery site, the phase two area
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Popular salon celebrated with English Beauty Industry Awards win
A SALON that has served countless clients over the past 18 years have been recognised for their high-quality work at a prestigious ceremony. Setting up at New Bold Court almost two decades ago, the team at Blonde Hair Salon have developed long