Work on 18 new homes in Bootle are set to begin in a £2.2m project that will see Sefton build its first council housing in 17 years. Tony McDonough reports Sefton Council is to build its first council homes in 17 years in a £2.2m…

Liverpool affordable housing provider Plus Dane launches three pilot schemes to test out technological innovations to support its tenants. Tony McDonough reports  Liverpool housing provider Plus Dane is trailing a trio of…

Port of Liverpool owner Peel Ports says it has slashed carbon emissions by a third across its UK port estate site since 2020. Tony McDonough reports Peel Ports Group says it has slashed its carbon emissions by one-third since 2020.…

Details of 12 jobs and apprenticeship fairs being held across Liverpool city region in 2024 are announced by St Helens Chamber. Tony McDonough reports St Helens Chamber has announced dates for 12 jobs and apprenticeship fairs being…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Borealis, a cruise vessel coming from Spain and sailing on to Portugal. Agent is Denholm Port Services. Frisian Sea, a cargo vessel carrying urea from Russia. Agent is NW Trading…

Works on the multi-million pound renewal of Crosby town centre could begin by the end of 2023. Tony McDonough reports Sefton Council has submitted a planning application which could see work on the multi-million pound renewal of…

Renowned Merseyside journalist and maritime expert Peter Elson launches his new Shipping Lines website showcasing his books, guided tours and all-round knowledge of the sea. Tony McDonough reports For almost three decades Peter…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Victorine, a ro-ro cargo vessel carrying cars from The Netherlands and sailing on to Ireland. Agent is Seatruck Ferries. Coralwater, a tanker carrying marine fuel. Agent is Henty…

Merseyside entrepreneur Leo Winstanley lost the ability to use his dominant hand and arm in a car accident - but that hasn’t stopped him growing a successful woodworking business. Tony McDonough reports Leo Winstanley has built up…

Liverpool creative agency Poke Marketing wins contract to rebrand LCR Angel Network which secures funding for early stage and high growth SMEs. Tony McDonough reports Creative agency Poke Marketing will “reposition” the LCR Angel…