Just three years after quitting her teaching job to set up her Mersey massage therapy venture, Sara MacLaren is now working internationally and counts a top British sportsman as one of her clients. Tony McDonough reports Just three…
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Glyn and Lisa Richards, and their son Max, open new independent golf retailer in Southport town centre ahead of the Open Championship's return to Royal Birkdale in 2026. Andrew Brown reports A brand new golf shop has opened in…
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In a fitting end to what has been a year of records in terms of passenger numbers, Liverpool John Lennon Airport is predicting a ‘busiest ever’ festive period. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) is predicting…
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Liverpool coffee shop brand Bold Street Coffee is set to add to its existing six outlets in 2026 with a further four openings. Tony McDonough reports Bold Street Coffee says it aims to open four new outlets in 2026, taking its total…
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In July 2026 Liverpool corporate lawyer Paul Abrams told LBN investors were defying a tough economy by continuing to support hospitality - but he fears the latest Budget could have a chilling effect on the sector. Tony McDonough reports…
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Liverpool-based national leisure operator Big Fang Collective issues bullish update on continued expansion despite reporting annual pre-tax losses of £1.4m. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool leisure operator Big Fang Collective says…
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KFC opens two new outlets in Liverpool city region, creating 58 new jobs, as part of a £1.5bn UK and Ireland expansion drive. Tony McDonough reports Fast food giant KFC has opened two new Merseyside outlets, one in Crosby and one in…
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Liverpool jewellery retailer David M Robinson battles ‘challenging trading environment’ and rising costs to push annual sales above £60m. Tony McDonough reports Annual sales at Liverpool jewellery retailer David M Robinson (DMR) rise…
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