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  • Voll’s fast feet run in family

    ASK many of those who watched Tom van Vollenhoven at close quarters what made him great, and they will no doubt single out his blistering pace and agility. But few will be able to tell you that the foundation for this imperious athleticism came

  • Soaking up the sun with Wet Wet Wet

    THE sun came out for Wet Wet Wet at Haydock Park on Saturday. The band wowed a crowd of more than 8,000 people with their greatest hits. The rain held off for Wet Wet Wet during their performance     Lead singer Marti Pellow

  • Luke Walsh returns to Saints line-up

    SAINTS welcome back Luke Walsh to the squad on Friday, with Lance Hohaia missing out through injury. Gary Wheeler will play at stand off in place of the injured Kiwi. Tommy Makinson and Willie Manu return to the fold after both missed last

  • Bid to boost retail with free car parking

    THE council is looking to introduce free parking on Saturdays in a bid to boost retail in the town centre. Council leader Barrie Grunewald will put the proposals before cabinet on Wednesday, July 30 and if approved free parking will be introduced

  • Unemployment drops under 4,000 for first time since 2008

    THERE were further positive signs for the St Helens economy after unemployment figures showed the number of people claiming out-of-work benefits continues to decrease. Numbers receiving Job Seekers Allowance dropped below 4,000 in June for the