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Shocking Incident on Merseyrail train as Passenger Tries to Set Woman’s Hair on Fire – Witnesses Urgently Needed
Sefton Bubble has been informed of a deeply concerning incident that took place on a Merseyrail train travelling through our area, and British Transport Police are urgently appealing for witnesses. On Friday 7th November, during the 5.50pm service from Formby to Liverpool Central, a woman was target...
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Woman comes back from shop to find urine on mobility scooter in 'cruel act'
Police have issued a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to
'Potentially hazardous' rubbish dumped with washing machine and office chair in street
The discarded waste was left in the street
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Teaching opportunity in Crosby
Teaching Opportunity in Crosby! We’re starting an after‑school LEGO STEM club for ages 6–11 (launching Jan 2026). ✨ Paid role, flexible evenings, demo session in next week on December. Looking for teachers/trainers with classroom experience, enthusiasm, and a passion for STEM. Apply now...
'Iconic' fish and chip shop reopens in Merseyside
The much-loved restaurant has opened its doors
Anger after village's Christmas tree targeted
Work is already underway to restore the tree and the lights as soon as possible
⚠️ Met Office Yellow Warning as Storm Bram set to hit Sefton this afternoon
⚠️ Met Office Yellow Warning as Storm Bram set to hit Sefton this afternoon
Police roll out Live Facial Recognition across Merseyside to protect communities
Police roll out Live Facial Recognition across Merseyside to protect communities
Dumped rubbish opportunity for 'outdoor living experience' in one part of Merseyside
Sefton Council said it spent £366,000 of taxpayers money clearing up dumped rubbish last year
Merseyside village to be transformed as demolition begins on landmark pub
The pub had a rich history, but was closed down more than ten years ago and remained empty ever since
Bootle 'family' making such a difference they've grabbed the attention of King Charles
Volunteers in Bootle have been working tirelessly to improve their neighbourhoods
Boarded up shops to be seized and 'fake barbers' blocked in one part of Merseyside
The government said its new plans will empower local communities to revitalise their high streets and restore pride in their towns
Council to sell off six historic cemetery lodges for people to live in
The properties are to be auctioned off
1000 new homes and jobs set for one part of Merseyside
New affordable housing projects are planned for several areas across Sefton, including Bootle, Seaforth and Southport
Council set to overspend by more than £22m
Major pressures in services such as children's and adult social care are contributing to the worsening financial situation
UPDATE: found safe and well - Merseyside Police are appealing for help in finding a 15 year-old girl who is missing from home in Crosby
Merseyside Police are appealing for help in finding a 15 year-old girl who is missing from home in Crosby
Delivery vans stuck and people falling in puddles as cars churn up grass verges
A local councillor has put forward a proposal to resolve ongoing parking issues
Ticket prices 'unjustifiable' on 'outdated, slow and unreliable' service
Northern said customers "haven’t been getting the level of service they should"
Council to write off almost £1m from 56 unnamed debtors
The number of 'unrecoverable' debts over £10,000 has increased by more than £820,000 since 2020
All you need to know about town which 'never looked so unloved'
The main Christmas display has been criticised by residents