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Prime Minister Andy Burnham has congratulated Steve Rotherham today after the Metro Mayor made a change to the city region's transport system that has not been seen in four decades. During his tenure the PM has been outspoken in his desire to bring buses back into public control.

Everton hero Ainsley Maitland-Niles vowed to work harder than his team-mates after admitting that the draw salvaged by .

Today the first publicly controlled bus service in the Liverpool City Region will set off on a journey that has been four decades in the making. Launching in St Helens in the early hours of this morning Sunday, services out of the town will be the first in the city region to be run under a new franchised model, which means that buses are being operated by the Liverpool City Region's Combined...

During the past 12 months, several Merseyside teachers have been banned from the classroom by The Teaching Regulation Agency TRA. The agency which regulates the teaching profession in England has held hearings for a number of teachers in the region.

Cutting corners on the weekly grocery shop is something I try to do wherever possible. I scour the deals, stock up in bulk when the freezer allows, and rustle up home-cooked meals as often as I can.

Liverpool are up and running! The Reds tasted victory for the first time under Andoni Iraola on Friday night as they won 2-0 away at Ipswich Town.

Cutting corners on the weekly grocery shop is something I try to do wherever possible. I scour the deals, stock up in bulk when the freezer allows, and rustle up home-cooked meals as often as I can.

Fancy sandwiches are great, but sometimes you really can't beat the classics — and it doesn't get much more classic than egg mayonnaise. It's an affordable and straightforward sandwich to prepare without needing to switch the oven on, but egg filling can quickly turn into an oily mess if you rely on mayonnaise.

Scrambled eggs make for an ideal morning staple. Silky and satisfying, they're brilliant tucked into a butty, piled atop , or simply served on toast.

If there's one thing we can safely say, it's that people in Merseyside love a Toby Carvery. There are eight locations across Liverpool and Wirral alone, with the only areas in the UK having more branches being Birmingham and London.

Scrambled eggs make for an ideal morning staple. Silky and satisfying, they're brilliant tucked into a butty, piled atop , or simply served on toast.

Fancy sandwiches are great, but sometimes you really can't beat the classics — and it doesn't get much more classic than egg mayonnaise. It's an affordable and straightforward sandwich to prepare without needing to switch the oven on, but egg filling can quickly turn into an oily mess if you rely on mayonnaise.

The mum of a young woman who took her own life after being neglected by a mental health nurse urged that lessons would be learnt from her death. Amy Barber had a history of self-harm and was supposed to be checked on every five minutes inside a specialist psychiatric care unit on the Clatterbridge Hospital complex.

Tiny car-free island is 29C in September, but Brits warned not to visit just yet

Potato waffles remain a firm favourite amongst children and adults throughout the UK. They're a freezer staple in homes nationwide, though shoppers face an array of different brands to choose from.

Announcing the death of a loved one in the local press is a long-standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements. Every day the ECHO print edition carries tributes and funeral notices for those who have lost a loved one recently and our condolences go out to all.

Weeds pose a genuine headache for anyone who values their garden, particularly when they force their way between gravel stones.

The owner of a popular Merseyside shop said she is proud how it is still a “go-to” destination, well over a decade after first opening. When Stephanie Hodson, originally from Upton, launched Yog Bar in Hoylake, she said people told her it would never last.

Weeds pose a genuine headache for anyone who values their garden, particularly when they force their way between gravel stones.

No household appliance works harder than the humble washing machine. Even in a two-person household, it's rare for a day to pass without needing to put a wash on.

With temperatures slowing dropping now, you'll want to keep spiders out of the house for good. September is when mating season begins, which means you'll likely see an increase in eight-legged creatures wandering around your home.

Back in 2008, it took a full-blooded tackle by Phil Neville on former team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo to rouse Goodison Park but in truth Evertonians seldom need much of a spark to light the blue touch paper whenever Manchester United make a trip to this end of the East Lancs Road.

No household appliance works harder than the humble washing machine. Even in a two-person household, it's rare for a day to pass without needing to put a wash on.

Homeware fans are turning to retro and vintage accessories this autumn to bring a cosy and nostalgic feel to the space. Dunelm has just released two new colours of the Floyd Retro Floor Lamp and it's the perfect way to inject your living room with some ambient lighting.

New booking data from Sykes Holiday Cottages has revealed the UK’s most popular destinations for Christmas breaks in 2026, with the Lake District dominating the rankings.

Liverpool are on the lookout for their fifth different sporting director in four years after it was confirmed that Richard Hughes leaves role as Liverpool sporting director after less than three years The former Scotland international’s departure was not a surprise, with him having repeatedly been tipped to leave his Reds post early amid ongoing interest from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.

It's maddening when your white socks lose their brightness and turn grimy, but fear not – there's a straightforward washing technique that will remove stains for good.

Alexander Isak’s secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Ipswich Town, giving Liverpool their first Premier League win of the season. The result on Friday nighy came as a welcome relief after opening the campaign with consecutive 2-2 draws against Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest.

If you're planning on travelling in Europe in the near future, you may be feeling apprehensive, as numerous reports have surfaced of delays caused by the EES system that has been introduced. EES, which stands for Entry/Exit System, is an automated digital IT system established by the European Union to register non-EU citizens every time they cross the external borders of participating European...

Ryan Babel has undergone eye-catching career changes since retiring from football in 2024. The former Liverpool winger has found different outlets for his creativity in the fashion and music industries.