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Woman taken to hospital with chest pains after crash
A WOMAN was taken to hospital with chest pains after a crash between a taxi and a HGV.The incident happened on St Helens Linkway at around 11.25am today.Roads were reopened by 12.40pm.
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Delays at Haydock Island after traffic light failure
MOTORISTS are being warned that traffic lights are out in all directions at Haydock Island on the M6. A police spokesman said: "The council have been advised but please drive safe and plan your journeys accordingly."
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Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with Haydock shooting
A 23-YEAR-OLD man has been questioned by detectives on suspicion of attempted murder following a shooting in Haydock. Police have been investigating after a 44-year-old man was blasted in the legs at around 4.40pm on School Street at its junction
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Final farewell to comedy legend Sir Ken Dodd
FANS, friends and family are invited to line the streets to pay their respects for one of Liverpool’s most famous sons – Sir Ken Dodd.The funeral of the legendary comedian – a Freeman of Liverpool - will take place on Wednesday, March, 28, and his family
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Saints v Wigan Warriors Good Friday ticket news
SAINTS' eagerly anticipated Good Friday clash against Wigan is fast approaching a sell-out. The clash will be coach Justin Holbrook's first taste of Good Friday, pitching his side against Shaun Wane who is unbeaten in this fixture. The home
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100 years on - how St Helens honoured Victoria Cross winner Jack Davies
A CEREMONY has taken place at the war memorial in St Helens to celebrate the 100th anniversary since the heroic actions of a VC winner. Corporal John Thomas Davies, known as 'Jack', was awarded the Victoria Cross for his outstanding bravery
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Smith beaten by world number one van Gerwen
MICHAEL van Gerwen moved clear at the top of the Unibet Premier League with a 7-2 win over Clock Face darter Michael Smith. An exciting night in front of 10,000 fans at The SSE Hydro saw the St Helens man downed by the on-song leader. Reigning
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Six-year-old makes acting debut on CBBC TV show
A LITTLE boy has had his dreams come true after landing a role in a CBBC adaptation of Jacqueline Wilson’s book Katy. Jude Riordan, from Lea Green, is starring as Little Phil, the cheeky and playful brother of the title character in the book, after
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Sponsor a guide dog to help others this National Puppy Day
THE vital work of guide dogs is being celebrated for National Puppy Day. The charity Guide Dogs, which help people with sight loss, rely on support to help people in the community. With Guide Dogs' Name a Puppy scheme, workplaces, clubs or
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Geoff Pimblett given a fitting send-off
GEOFF Pimblett’s recent illness and subsequent demise was, of course, a great shock to us all. It was no surprise that there have been innumerable tributes from far and wide and messages of support for wife, Merle and family at this sad time.
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Glasstown of the future: How St Helens is aiming to be a world leader in glass innovation once more
BUSINESSES leaders and politicians will gather in St Helens today to hear more about a major glass innovation project. The 'Glass Futures' event will be staged at The World of Glass, St Helens. Representatives from the UK glass industry, global