A full timetable is to be restored to the Merseyrail Kirkby line following a successful introduction of the new £500m train fleet - with Ormskirk coming next in time for the Grand National. Tony McDonough reports Merseyrail says a…

An anonymous benefactor has stepped in to save the former Wirral home of ‘eccentric’ local artist Ron Gittins that he had transformed into an ‘ornate classical villa’. Tony McDonough reports When eccentric local artist Ron Gittens…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include:   Indigo Breeze, a bulk carrier carrying biomass (woodchips) from the US. Agent is Clarkson Port Services. Susan Borchard, a container vessel coming from and returning to Israel.…

Liverpool City Council unveils new chief executive almost eight months after the departure of Tony Reeves. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool City Council has unveiled Andrew Lewis as its new chief executive. Mr Lewis joins the council…

New Liverpool city centre bar The Royal Institution is now launching a series of cocktail masterclasses. Tony McDonough reports A new Liverpool city centre bar is offering a series of masterclasses that will teach people how to make…

New figures from Liverpool BID Company reveal percentage of empty retail units in Liverpool city centre is at its lowest level since 2019 and is below the national average. Tony McDonough reports Just 6.2% of retail units in…

More than 1,500 jobseekers flock to Liverpool hospitality and tourism jobs fair as city gears up to welcome 100,000 visitors for Eurovision. Tony McDonough reports More than 1,500 people have attended a jobs fair in Liverpool that…

Liverpool city region-based Vimto maker Nichols sees a return to annual profits but warns of a ‘challenging year’ ahead due to inflationary pressures. Tony McDonough reports Vimto maker Nichols returned to profit in 2022 finally…

Liverpool city region specialist glass manufacturer TuffX invests £500,000 as it looks to expand its production capacity. Tony McDonough reports Specialist Knowsley glass manufacturer TuffX is investing £500,000 in a new production…

Liverpool FC has returned to profit after sustaining two years of pre-tax losses but rising costs eats into record revenues. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool Football Club is reporting record revenues in the year to May 31, 2022, as…