Liverpool Echo: Latest Liverpool and Merseyside news, sports and what's on

Pope Francis visits Rome's Regina Coeli prison on Holy Thursday on April 17, 2025 in Rome

Pope Francis dies aged 88, Vatican announces The announcement was made today by a senior Vatican official

Bookmark

Dad went to work and never came home, someone knows who killed him

Henry McHarron was delivering papers when a thief pounced, throwing him from his van

Bookmark

Merseyside man with an outside chance of being the next Pope

Pope Francis has died and a special process will take place to select the next leader of the Catholic Church

Bookmark

Merseyside nurse handed £200k after victory over NHS employer

Mersey Care NHS Trust forced to pay out huge sum after failing to support

Bookmark

'Stupid' drug trafficker posed with shotgun and spelled his initials using bullets

Police also uncovered images of bullet casings which had been arranged to form the words 'f*** Dingle rats'

Bookmark

I found the perfect everyday bag for £39.50 at Marks & Spencer and it's 'brilliant for travel'

Marks & Spencer This 'comfy to wear' bag comes in a trendy khaki colour and would be ideal for the office or everyday wear

Bookmark

'Proven to be talking garbage' - media react to Liverpool win and Trent Alexander-Arnold response

How the national media reacted to Liverpool's 1-0 win over Leicester City in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon

Bookmark

Everton now know summer transfer priority as doubts remain over four players

Chris Beesley examines a talking point from Everton's 2-0 defeat to Manchester City as the Blues assess their striker options

Bookmark

What Trent Alexander-Arnold did leaves no doubt over Liverpool feelings as contract decision nears

Liverpool verdict from the King Power as the Reds go to within three points of the Premier League title with a 1-0 win

Bookmark

David Moyes to make major change as Everton look for end to huge wait

An examination of the changes to the starting 11 that David Moyes could make for Everton's trip to Chelsea

Bookmark

'You never know these charities exist until you need them'

Gayle Gilbert was determined to pay it forward after an unexpected diagnosis in 2020

Bookmark

‘I’ve always been on’t fence about ’em’ - how Johnny Vegas was won over by smart meters

Household & Bills

Bookmark

The Pope Archbishop of Liverpool remembers Pope Francis as 'kind and welcoming' in touching tribute The death of the Pope was announced this morning by senior Vatican official Cardinal Kevin Farrell

Bookmark

Driver arrested after child 'playing in the street' hit by car

Merseyside Police

The child was taken to Alder Hey by his family following the incident

Bookmark

Rain for much of Easter Monday, Met Office forecasts

The national forecaster expects there to be rain for most of the day

Bookmark

Deli Mob gunman 'reached depths of inhumanity' charging £10,000 to blind his victims with acid

Jonathan Gordon set out plans to "cook" his victims and gloated over the strength of the acid to EncroChat boss Philip Waugh

Bookmark

First photo of 'devoted' man hit and killed by car

Martin O'Donovan was described as a "loving" and "caring"

Bookmark

Thousands of A&E patients spent more than 24 hours on a trolley in city hospitals last year

Figures released show the rise in number of people waiting 24 hours or more for a bed in hospital

Bookmark

Murder suspect named after man hit and killed by car

Police were called to a street in Woolton after an incident on Friday night

Bookmark

History Scouse 'Easter clothes' people remember from their childhood

It's still a tradition for many in the city

Bookmark

'I tried Treatwell and it made booking hair and nail treatments a breeze'

Bookmark

'The idea Stephen thought he was alone is not something we can get over'

Altcourse Prison

Stephen Bird took his life after trying to ring his mum and sister 21 times

Bookmark

Thug's cruel three-word comment after he poured boiling water over homeless man

The vicious assault arose out of a 'trivial dispute' following a night in the pub

Bookmark

Man suffers serious head injury and two arrested after fight inside house

Two men will be questioned about the incident

Bookmark

Iceland Inside Iceland's huge new £100m depot just off the M62 We visited new £100m super-hub that supplies hundreds of Iceland stores

Bookmark

Pope Francis misses Easter Mass as he continues pneumonia recovery

The pontiff did appear later for a blessing at at St Peter's Square

Bookmark

Deichmann's money-saving promise that guarantees great value on shoes

Shopping & Deals

Bookmark

History Traces of forgotten city centre tunnel you can still see The tunnel remains right below our feet

Bookmark

'Electric' pub that 'everyone seems to know' where staff will be dancing and singing with customers

The Grapes is a Mathew Street institution

Bookmark

The faces of people Merseyside Police urgently need to speak to

Call Merseyside Police if you know any of these people

Bookmark

'Shouts' heard on street where car 'deliberately driven' at man

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody to be questioned

Bookmark

I went back to my old haunt and have one thing to say to pub purists

I'd challenge any Pilgrim fan to walk inside and say that it's been 'ruined' as part of its rebirth

Bookmark

Murder arrest as man dies after car 'deliberately driven at him'

Merseyside Police

A 47-year-old man was seriously injured when a car hit him and later died of his injuries

Bookmark

Teen turned detective to find 'missing piece of puzzle' which saw man jailed for life

Marc Noonan violently raped and sexually abused three girls after befriending them on social media platforms including Snapchat and TikTok

Bookmark

People rushed to help man after car 'deliberately driven at him'

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder

Bookmark

First picture of man accused of Rebekah Campbell murder

Michael Ormandy today appeared in court charged with the murder of Rebekah

Bookmark

Mum of missing man says 'we really miss you, come home'

Merseyside Police

TJay Waters has been missing from home since March 5

Bookmark

How Liverpool areas got their names and the meanings behind them

Some of them go back as far as the Domesday Book

Bookmark

Liverpool Pubs Historic pub 'with trademark derelict appearance' to close for a month The pub is set for extensive renovations

Bookmark

I moved to Wirral after what happened in the streets of Barcelona

Lourdes Villalobos said one thing stood out among the rest for her

Bookmark

'I served 36 years for murder - I will fight to my last breath to clear my name'

Raymond Gilbert served 36 years for a murder he maintains he did not commit - could an expert's new evidence finally clear his name?

Bookmark

Man appears in court charged with murder of Rebekah Campbell

Michael Ormandy was dressed all in grey as he was led into court today

Bookmark

Call for department store giant to take on empty city site

A unit with massive potential is currently sitting dormant

Bookmark

'Superman' Joe Thompson battled 'life's hardest challenges' before tragic death aged 36

Tranmere Rovers FC

Joe Thompson made the difficult decision to retire from football in 2019

Bookmark

Man slashed in the face in city centre flat

A man was arrested and drugs were seized from the property

Bookmark

Merseyside Police Everything we know as man dies after car 'deliberately driven at him'Merseyside Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murder

Bookmark

Police issue 'stay away' warning at popular beauty spot

Hundreds of people are expected to travel to the popular walking spot this weekend

Bookmark

City centre venue coming back 'completely different'

Married couple Shaz Butt and Samia Haleem believe they will be filling a gap that people "want and need"

Bookmark

'The first thing I did when I woke up was take painkillers - I feared what was next'

Anne Pritchard started feeling tired but her problems continued after she got her diagnosis

Bookmark

British couple among four dead after cable car crash in southern Italy

Graeme Winn, 65 and Elaine Winn, 58, were among the four people who died in the crash at Monte Faito

Bookmark

'Spacious and modern' family home in sought-after village for sale

It is "ideal for families seeking comfort, style, and convenience"

Bookmark

23 lost chocolate bars we’d love to bring back

There's so many we'd love to enjoy again for one last time

Bookmark

Products recalled from Amazon, eBay and M&S over 'safety' concerns

Shoppers are urged to return products to stores for refunds

Bookmark

Marks and Spencer's £35 mules look like designer £610 sandals

Marks & Spencer

The sandals closely resemble the £610 Hermes Oran sandal

Bookmark

Mum 'felt like a hypochondriac' until she got a letter in the post

Jess O'Hare had been experiencing "random" symptoms for four years

Bookmark

Mum and dad took daughter straight to hospital after spotting 'odd' bruise

Penelope Vidal-Walsh, 10, told her mum she felt sick and hours later was in intensive care

Bookmark

Courts 12 grandads who landed themselves in the dock These men faced the courts for their crimes

Bookmark

Body found in town centre after police called to street

Merseyside Police

Part of the gardens have been blocked off by police

Bookmark

'We're ready to become the best takeaway in the area'

Liverpool restaurants

A new takeaway has big dreams for its future

Bookmark

Fish and chip fans queue in the rain for Good Friday treat

Locals were prepared to wait in queues even in the pouring rain this Good Friday

Bookmark

Look inside Epstein Theatre after £1m refurbishment

Epstein Theatre

The theatre reopens this weekend with the first of several test events

Bookmark

Heartbroken wife of Joe Thompson says 'the world will not be the same'

Tranmere Rovers FC

"It’s been a long battle, and one that he fought with all his might"

Bookmark

Olivia charity say 'this breaks our hearts'

Olivia Pratt-Korbel

Charity says 'we will come back from this' in defiant message as pictures show scale of damage

Bookmark

Gigs and Festivals 11 brilliant photos as CamelPhat return to Liverpool

People were seen flooding into Blackstone Street Warehouse for the "trip for the senses"

Bookmark

'Utterly unique' £150,000 home that's 'waiting for someone to fall in love with it'

It is located in a "quiet cul-de-sac"

Bookmark

Easter bank holiday sale sees celeb-loved skincare bundles that 'work wonders' slashed by 10%

47 Skin has launched three exclusive treatment bundles for the Easter Bank Holiday, with prices starting from £61

Bookmark

I borrowed £300 off my mum and now my business is everywhere

Sophie Ackers said it has been a crazy journey but her brand is "stronger than ever"

Bookmark

Man grabbed girl, 5, in Asda and tried to kidnap her

One of UK's most wanted criminals could be in Ellesmere Port

Bookmark

News

In The News Merseyside man with an outside chance of being the next Pope

Pope Francis has died and a special process will take place to select the next leader of the Catholic Church

Bookmark

Archbishop of Liverpool remembers Pope Francis as 'kind and welcoming' in touching tribute

The death of the Pope was announced this morning by senior Vatican official Cardinal Kevin Farrell

Bookmark

Pope Francis' cause of death after he dies aged 88

The Pope suffered with several health issues in the years leading up to his death

Bookmark

BBC Antiques Roadshow expert in disbelief as nan shares 'iconic' item found in her loft

Antiques Roadshow

The guest explained her grandchildren found the item in her loft

Bookmark

How is a new pope chosen after Francis dies aged 88

After the passing of Pope Francis, a new leader of the Catholic Church will be selected

Bookmark

What's On

Beauty Book last-minute salon treatments with no need for phone calls and get 10% off Treatwell is the perfect beauty and wellness booking app for booking those last minute appointments - and new customers can get 10% off their first booking

Bookmark

Historic pub 'with trademark derelict appearance' to close for a month

The pub is set for extensive renovations

Bookmark

New Look's £27 'comfy' trousers that shoppers say are 'perfect for the summer'

A shopper say they were "great light weight trousers, perfect for the summer"

Bookmark

Experts reveal the 28p kitchen product that could help you 'look younger'

The citrus fruit is packed with vitamin C and antioxidants

Bookmark

I've walked past the café for years but never knew what was inside

Liverpool restaurants

Thousands walk past the café daily yet I was unable to track down a single customer

Bookmark

Sport

Liverpool FC 'Proven to be talking garbage' - media react to Liverpool win and Trent Alexander-Arnold response

How the national media reacted to Liverpool's 1-0 win over Leicester City in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon

Bookmark

Mikel Arteta makes Liverpool admission as Arsenal guard of honour prospect emerges - 'all we can do'

Liverpool can secure the Premier League title with victory over Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield on Sunday.

Bookmark

Liverpool transfer news LIVE - Trent Alexander-Arnold contract latest, Mohamed Salah to Saudi truth

Liverpool FC transfer news

The latest Liverpool transfer news and gossip as Trent Alexander-Arnold reignited speculation about his future during and after their 1-0 win against Leicester City.

Bookmark

Trent Alexander-Arnold's actions prompt same response from Match of the Day pundits

Trent Alexander-Arnold

Trent Alexander-Arnold secured a late winner for Liverpool on Sunday against Leicester City, and the Match of the Day panel praised his celebrations as the Reds close in on the Premier League title

Bookmark

Liverpool Darwin Nunez transfer 'plan' emerges as Milos Kerkez 'initial talks' update issued

Liverpool FC transfer news

The latest Liverpool media watch featuring transfer rumours on Darwin Nunez and Milos Kerkez as Arne Slot's side look towards the summer window.

Bookmark

You can find this story in My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.

In The News Merseyside man with an outside chance of being the next Pope Pope Francis has died and a special process will take place to select the next leader of the Catholic Church

Archbishop of Liverpool remembers Pope Francis as 'kind and welcoming' in touching tribute

The death of the Pope was announced this morning by senior Vatican official Cardinal Kevin Farrell

Pope Francis' cause of death after he dies aged 88

The Pope suffered with several health issues in the years leading up to his death

BBC Antiques Roadshow expert in disbelief as nan shares 'iconic' item found in her loft

Antiques Roadshow

The guest explained her grandchildren found the item in her loft

How is a new pope chosen after Francis dies aged 88

After the passing of Pope Francis, a new leader of the Catholic Church will be selected

NHS Merseyside nurse handed £200k after victory over NHS employer Mersey Care NHS Trust forced to pay out huge sum after failing to support

'The idea Stephen thought he was alone is not something we can get over'

Altcourse Prison

Stephen Bird took his life after trying to ring his mum and sister 21 times

Liverpool transfer now virtually guaranteed as suitors expected for substitute

Ian Doyle looks at the talking points as Liverpool move within three points of the Premier League title after victory at Leicester City on Sunday

What Trent Alexander-Arnold did leaves no doubt over Liverpool feelings as contract decision nears

Liverpool verdict from the King Power as the Reds go to within three points of the Premier League title with a 1-0 win

Roy Keane gives brutally honest Liverpool Trent Alexander-Arnold departure verdict - 'We talk'

Trent Alexander-Arnold

Trent Alexander-Arnold's future at Liverpool remains unclear despite him scoring the winner against Leicester City on Sunday

In The News Merseyside man with an outside chance of being the next Pope Pope Francis has died and a special process will take place to select the next leader of the Catholic Church

Archbishop of Liverpool remembers Pope Francis as 'kind and welcoming' in touching tribute

The death of the Pope was announced this morning by senior Vatican official Cardinal Kevin Farrell

'Proven to be talking garbage' - media react to Liverpool win and Trent Alexander-Arnold response

How the national media reacted to Liverpool's 1-0 win over Leicester City in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon

Pope Francis' cause of death after he dies aged 88

The Pope suffered with several health issues in the years leading up to his death

Mikel Arteta makes Liverpool admission as Arsenal guard of honour prospect emerges - 'all we can do'

Liverpool can secure the Premier League title with victory over Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield on Sunday.

×