Merseyrail Back in Public Hands | Liverpool News

Merseyrail Back in Public Hands | Liverpool News

In 2028, Merseyrail will return to public ownership, empowering local leaders to prioritize passengers over profits and expand services beyond current limits. Buses will follow suit in 2026, creating a fully public transport system focused on accessibility, affordability, and growth. New trains, smart ticketing, and upgraded stations aim to make Liverpool’s network the most accessible in the UK by 2030 — turning public transport into the region’s preferred choice and a model for the nation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/46168a3d0ee2a049

Merseyside Sentences Shake Community | Liverpool News

Fourteen Merseyside criminals face a staggering 59 years and nine months behind bars for crimes ranging from burglary and robbery to blackmail and drug trafficking. Among them: a serial offender with one of the UK’s longest records, a dessert shop thief fueled by addiction, three brothers jailed for combined six years in burglaries, and four men convicted for blackmailing a man after stealing his phone. A primary school burglar, showing zero remorse, got two years and eight months. Two respectable-looking men received 15 and 13.5 years for importing cocaine, while another got 3 years and 9 months for a brutal campaign of abuse against a teen. The week closed with a drunk-and-drunken driver sentenced to 14 months for fleeing a crash — all highlighting justice’s relentless grip on crime in the region. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5157e6bbab13bc6a

Liverpool Hospitality Pushes Back | Liverpool News

Liverpool’s hospitality sector is fighting back against new late-night parking charges, arguing the move is economically damaging and unfairly burdens businesses already struggling. Despite the council’s attempt to dismiss their legal challenge over paperwork, the industry stands firm, calling the policy misguided and out of step with other cities. They’re ready to negotiate but won’t back down—warning that without relief, workers, visitors, and the city’s vibe could suffer as more fees loom. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/18a5e00fa351784d

Basil as Tomato’s Secret Bodyguard | Liverpool News

Basil isn’t just for pizza—it’s a garden superhero for tomatoes. This simple herb acts as a natural pest repeller, keeping hornworms, aphids, and other bugs at bay, while also attracting pollinators to boost fruit production. Low-maintenance and nutrient-efficient, basil even might enhance tomato flavor—and serves as an early warning system for disease. Pair it with your tomatoes for a healthier, more bountiful harvest. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6b1553b45b0d9cc8

Four Dead in Derby Car Crash | Liverpool News

A horrific car crash on the A38 in Derby claimed four lives—including a baby girl—after a red Hyundai veered off the road and crashed into trees. All passengers, ages 18, 30, 36, and the infant, were killed; the driver, a 33-year-old from Leeds, is hospitalized with serious injuries. He’s been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving. Police are seeking witnesses or dashcam footage from around 11 PM on July 25. The community, especially those from Leeds, is reeling from this devastating loss as investigators continue their probe. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ac8f661aa1ffba3c