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Record number of gonorrhoea cases in St Helens, figures show
GONORRHEA cases in St Helens reached a record high last year, new figures show. The British Association for Sexual Health and HIV said the "worrying trajectory" of rising diagnoses of sexually transmitted infections across England is a sign of
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Did you welcome one of the 278 babies born at Whiston Hospital in June 2024?
THERE were 278 babies born at Whiston Hospital in June 2024 – did you welcome a new arrival? Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust collates all the baby-related data every month detailing how many babies are born – boys and girls
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Landmark town centre pub closes after landlord dispute
A LARGE community pub in the heart of Earlestown town centre has closed after a dispute with the previous landlords. Facing the Market Square on the corner of Market Street, the Newmarket pub has been a prominent part of Earlestown for decades.
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Shop plans for ex-bookies that sparked residents' petition decided on
PLANS for a convenience store at a former betting shop which sparked a petition by dozens of residents in objection have been given the go-ahead. What were the plans? An application was sent in earlier this year for a proposed change of use
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'Incredible' festival brings community together in memory of lost loved ones
A FESTIVAL launched to celebrate the lives of two women left the community wanting more after a jam-packed day of activities. After beloved teaching assistant Helen Quinn passed away from cancer in 2022, her daughter Carly desperately wanted to
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Two fire crews fight fire at The Pink Pearl Restaurant
TWO fire engines are currently outside a restaurant after an oven fire broke out at the venue. Firefighters were called to put out an oven fire at The Pink Pearl at Earle Street, in Earlestown. A fire service spokeswoman said the fire has been
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Wellens and Briers go back a long way - Saints boss gives his appraisal
SAINTS coach Paul Wellens could not to say too much with regards to the speculation linking the club to a double swoop for Lee Briers and Tristan Sailor. But he nevertheless said plenty of positive things about both the Brisbane Broncos full back
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Saints coach Paul Wellens reveals full extent of Konrad Hurrell's injury
KONRAD Hurrell's season is probably over after Saints head coach Paul Wellens explained that the Tongan test centre requires neck surgery. The big-hitting centre has not featured since the Salford away game four weeks ago. Hurrell had been
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Appeal to find next of kin of Olive Davies
ST HELENS coroners office is looking to find the next of kin of Olive Davies from Newton-le-Willows. Olive died at her home on Bradlegh Road. She was 82. There are no suspicious circumstances. Please call (0151) 934 2105 or email: Cassie.McConnell
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Emergency crews called after fire breaks out in house
FIREFIGHTERS were called after a house was in flames after a blaze broke out from a bedroom. Emergency services rushed to Kingsway, Prescot on Monday evening, July 22, shortly after 6.30pm. Crews arrived to find the two-storey property ablaze
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Scully's Column: Saints need to focus on skill, concentration and composure
UNFORTUNATELY, following a much improved performance in Wigan last week, normal service was resumed as the Saints lost their fourth Betfred Super League match in a row. And that's something I can’t remember happening. We were beaten 24-10 by
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Liverpool Competition - Rainford lose ground despite Farrar's flourish
THIRD place Rainford lost ground in the Liverpool Competition Premier League race after they were held to a draw by Southport and Birkdale. Put into bat, the hosts declared on 203-6 off 55 overs before Rainford closed on 142-3 with Paul Farrar's
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Six year old girl in hospital after being in collision with a car
A SIX-year-old girl was taken to hospital with slight injuries after being in collision with a car. At around 7.30pm yesterday Monday, July 22, emergency services were called to Parr Stocks Road to reports of a collision involving a VW car and
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Mum 'so incredibly grateful' as missing Ben Ross found alive in Majorca
A MISSING man has been reunited with his "incredibly relieved" mum after she flew out to find him in Majorca. Earlier this month, Ben Ross, from Golborne, was reported missing with Greater Manchester Police and the Foreign Office after he cut off
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'Drug dealing' arrest after police stop car on East Lancs
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of cannabis dealing after police stopped a car on the East Lancashire Road. Officers arrested a 26-year-old suspect in St Helens yesterday. At around 10.50am on Monday, July 22, an officer from Merseyside
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Australian press report Saints' double swoop for Brisbane Broncos pair
THE Australian press is reporting that Saints have made a double swoop into NRL outfit Brisbane Broncos to strengthen their attack with on and off-field appointments. But as ever, until any deals are signed, sealed, delivered and ready to announce
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Council serves notice to travellers encamped at former school site
ST HELENS Council says it has served a notice to travellers who set up an encampment at a former school site. Residents reported seeing caravans parked up at the former Penkford School, on Wharf Road, Newton-le-Willows. It is understood they
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Man in hospital after being shot in leg last night
A MAN is in hospital in a serious but stable condition after he was shot in the leg last night. Police were called yesterday, Monday, July 22, at around 10.30pm to reports of a man in his 40s had been wounded on Boxwood Gardens, Sutton Village
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Lucky St Helens residents claim People's Postcode Lottery prize
LUCKY residents in St Helens have been celebrating a win on the People's Postcode Lottery. Those living in the WA9 3HF postcode, in the area of Watery Lane, all won £1,000 today, Tuesday, July 23 if they were signed up to the Postcode Lottery.
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Major police presence on St Helens streets overnight following incident
A LARGE police presence descended on an estate amid reports of a shooting last night. Residents reported to the Star that police and ambulance crews were on the streets of Sutton, near St Helens Junction railway station, at about 11pm. Neighbours
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Frustration as storage containers installed on land without planning consent
A RETROSPECTIVE planning application has been submitted for a storage yard that did not receive official consent. In May, 'Drive Up Self Store' opened their latest storage site on former industrial land in Rainford. The business, which also