Liverpool Echo

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:29:48 +0000
When is Eid al-Fitr 2026 in the UK and what is it
It typically starts with a morning prayer at a mosque and then is celebrated with family and friends

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:18:12 +0000
Nationwide boss shares 'right thing to do' as people may get extra cash
The building society is hoping to encourage more people to get into saving

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:11:47 +0000
Everything you need to know about meningitis symptoms after death of two people
Meningitis is usually caused by bacterial or viral infections

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:05:56 +0000
Meningitis B confirmed as strain behind deadly outbreak
Early symptoms can often be confused with other illnesses such as a cold, flu or hangover

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:59:25 +0000
Man 'still tears up' as he hunts for sailor who saved him as ship sank
Patrick Murphy, 87, from Garston, was aged just two-and-a-half when he survived the sinking of the Innisfallen

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:43:34 +0000
Sunny day forecast for Liverpool as temperatures increase
Liverpool is forecast to reach a high of 17C today

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:29:15 +0000
Man seriously injured after being hit by Range Rover in Anfield
The 79-year-old was seriously injured shortly after the Liverpool match

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:26:46 +0000
Jodie Comer's favourite Liverpool pub and Everton claim she stands by as she comes home
The Scouse superstar has returned to the city for an emotional homecoming with Prima Facie at the Liverpool Playhouse

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:25:03 +0000
Moment abusive boyfriend is dragged off plane after ‘I’ll kill you’ airport attack
Callum Coady dictated who his partner spoke to and how she dressed

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:24:03 +0000
Coronation Street confirms who will bring down Theo as his new plan for Todd exposed
Coronation Street fans will be left concerned for Todd Grimshaw next week as Theo Silverton's manipulation continues with a disturbing new plan

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:15:29 +0000
Paddy McGuinness 'hit rock bottom' before change
Top Gear's Paddy McGuinness has opened up about his weight loss transformation

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000
'Just a remnant of what was the former glory of Scotland Road is left behind'
The road was once the heartbeat of community life in Liverpool

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 06:02:00 +0000
Martin Lewis' '£1,000 rule' on using savings to pay off credit card debt
The money saving expert explained when it makes financial sense to use savings to clear debt on his BBC podcast

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Dad behind Wirral's oldest headstone business speaks out as another firm is banned from cemeteries
Allen Roberts said his family closed E.F. Mackie Limited to preserve the Mackie name and its good reputation

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Tuebrook venue boss says 'we want to make this work' amid claims of frightened kids
Mihaela-Violeta Catrinoiu took over The Venue in 2024

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Reset' of relations between police and journalists 'an important step' in building trust
"We know people turn to the ECHO to find out the facts. Trust in our relationship with police forces is key to us performing this vital role"

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
'Pin drop silent' after Jodie Comer's first Prima Facie performance
Award-winning producer James Bierman speaks to the ECHO about Prima Facie ahead of its arrival at Liverpool's Playhouse Theatre

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 03:58:38 +0000
Afghanistan says 'at least 400' killed in Pakistan strike on Kabul hospital
Afghanistan has accused Pakistan of targeting a hospital for drug users in Kabul, claiming at least 400 people were killed and 250 injured

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Government is recognising the value of regional media - we see it every day in Liverpool
Culture Secretary's announcement is welcome but there is always more to do

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000
£12m boost for local news seen as essential to 'cohesive country'
Government said the funding is part of a new strategy which will make the best use of local and hyperlocal media

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Liverpool's Irish heart is beating strong on Boundary Lane
Ahead of St Patrick's Day we visited the Liverpool Irish Centre to explore its ongoing commitment to the region's Irish community

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:37:31 +0000
First picture of schoolgirl who died in Kent meningitis outbreak
Juliette was described as "incredibly kind, thoughtful and intelligent"

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:24:34 +0000
Ormskirk tour operator rescues 400 stranded holidaymakers after global flight chaos
The travel disruption follows escalating conflict in the Middle East

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:18:19 +0000
Some people in Wirral are set to see £557 council tax rise
From April, everyone eligible to pay council tax in Wirral will be asked to pay at least 50% of the bill

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:11:22 +0000
Did anyone win tonight's Set For Life jackpot?
Players could win £10,000 a month for 30 years in the National Lottery's Set for Life draw

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