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St Helens pub lands another top honour
A MUCH-LOVED St Helens pub has been crowned the region's finest. The Turks Head has landed the coveted prize of Merseyside Pub of the Year from CAMRA. The award comes after it retained its crown as St Helens and Districts CAMRA Pub of the Year
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Micropub closes down months after relaunch after landlord dispute
A MICROPUB that has been a popular spot for real ale lovers has closed its doors for the final time. Launched in a former newsagents on the edge of High Street in 2018, the Bard was the first micropub in Prescot and named for the incoming arrival
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Mum shares story of man whose gift of an organ saved her daughter's life
A MUM whose daughter’s life was saved thanks to organ donation has praised the man who saved her, saying he is "forever part of our family". Teighan Rae Whitfield, from Haydock, was born in September 2017 and was just six weeks old when she was
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One-hour delays on M6 following crash in roadworks area
THERE is heavy traffic on the M6 near St Helens following a crash. The incident happened on M6 northbound between junction 23, Haydock, and junction 24, Ashton-in-Makerfield. It happened specifically in the roadworks area. Two lanes are
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General election 2024 in St Helens: Key dates and how to register to vote
THE general election takes place on July 4, 2024 and the deadline to register is just days away. Locally, voters will go to the polls for the St Helens North constituency and the St Helens South and Whiston constituency. But are you ready to
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Town centre pub aims to bring back the glory days with refurb
A HISTORIC pub on the edge of the town centre is set to reopen its doors after a major refurbishment. Believed to have served Sintelliners for the best part of a century, The Duke of Cambridge has been a firm favourite along Duke Street over the
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Paul Wellens gives a timescale on injured Saints Jonny Lomax and Joe Batchelor
SAINTS skipper Jonny Lomax could return to action the week after the England international break at the end of this month. The experienced half back broke his hand in the home game against Leeds on 24 May and has not featured since. Coach Paul
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Police name St Helens man charged in connection with county lines drug dealing
A ST HELENS man has been charged as part of ongoing work to tackle county lines drug dealing. Following an investigation under 'Project Medusa', a Merseyside-led initiative to tackle county lines drug dealing and criminal exploitation, officers
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Brain tumour fighter to miss out on Taylor Swift concert after hospital visit
A BRAIN tumour fighter who has been working towards her goal of watching Taylor Swift has announced she cannot make tonight’s concert due to an emergency hospital admission. Laura Mahon, 31, from Lea Green, was diagnosed with a glioblastoma multiforme
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England rugby league will play Samoa in a two-test series in the Autumn
ENGLAND will face Samoa this autumn in a two-match Test series sponsored by ABK Beer – at The Brick Community Stadium, Wigan, on Sunday 27 October and at AMT Headingley Rugby Stadium, Leeds, on Saturday 2 November. Tickets are on sale now for the
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Taylor Swift fans from across the globe descend on Liverpool
SWIFTIES from across the world are descending on Liverpool as it transforms into Taylor Town ahead of a run of gigs. Taylor Swift will perform to sell-out crowds at Anfield Stadium on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and her “magic” has come to Merseyside
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READER LETTER: We need more park rangers
WHAT are Rangers? Simply, they are the custodians of our parks and gardens. On a deeper level, their love of nature is in their blood; their love of birds and wildlife is in their DNA. They are experienced, enthusiastic and knowledgeable
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Outwood Academy Year 8 rugby league team aiming for the cup treble
OUTWOOD Academy Year 8 Boys Rugby League Team is aiming for the treble. She won the Saints Development Association Trophy for Year 8 and the Year 8 North West Counties Cup Final in May. They are now through to the Inspire Sport Nationals Final
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More than 10,000 descend on Elizabethan fayre
PRESCOT town centre was packed last weekend for the annual Elizabethan Fayre celebrations. Thousands of people enjoyed the traditional event held on Saturday, June 8, which celebrates the town's remarkable history and Elizabethan heritage.
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Club that provides social outlet for pensioners who live alone marks milestone
A LUNCH club that provides a social outlet for older people who live alone marked its 60th anniversary with a celebration. Volunteers who run Rainhill Lunch club are today (June 11) marking 60 years of serving a weekly lunch to residents who live
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Will your house be turning red and white for England in the Euros?
ARE you ready for the Euros? Have you got your England flags or red and white bunting hanging from your windows? The Euros kick off tomorrow night, Friday, when Scotland take on hosts Germany with England’s first game against Serbia taking
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Young players have brought energy to Saints squad - and more will get chance
SAINTS coach Paul Wellens was asked about an assessment of his side at the midway point of Super League, the opportunities for young players knocking on the door, how Thatto Heath have been assisting and his thoughts on Sione Mata'utia and Konrad Hurrell
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Man and five-month pregnant girlfriend 'stranded' in Turkey after FOUR flight delays
A MAN and his five-month pregnant girlfriend were left "stranded" in Turkey after their flight was cancelled and delayed four times. After a seven-day trip to Marmaris, Adam Bellis, 28, and Teegan Bourke, 23, were due to fly home with EasyJet at
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Which of these top 12 beer gardens is the perfect place for a drink al fresco?
WHEN the sun is shining on a hot summer’s day, not much beats a cold, refreshing drink in a beer garden. A drink or two al fresco with family and friends is the perfect way to enjoy the warm weather. But where is the best beer garden in St
