Category: Liverpool
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Let’s Share a Kebab
A chance date turns into something unexpectedly magical in this tender flash fiction by Alison Little. When two people with grown-up children ditch a failed dinner plan for a late-night kebab, they rediscover the giddy, spontaneous joy of youth. Set against the hum of a city night, this story captures the beauty of love later…
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Everton and Anfield Need a Library: A Community Campaign Growing in Strength
Outside the Kop at a Liverpool FC home game, local campaigners gathered to raise awareness about the ongoing fight to bring a library back to Everton and Anfield. Since the sudden closure of Breck Road Library in 2025, the community has been organising, leafleting, and demanding action to restore vital literacy, digital access, and social…
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Grand National 2026: The Controversy Behind the “Best Hat” Award
Are hats still a stylish essential—or an outdated, wasteful accessory? As the Grand National reintroduces a “Best Hat” category at Ladies’ Day, this article explores the environmental impact of occasion wear, the clash between tradition and sustainability, and smarter ways to dress stylishly without compromising the planet.
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Liverpool’s Rustiest Landmark: A Flash Fiction Journey Through Paddington Village
Liverpool’s Paddington Village has transformed into a modern hub of innovation and hospitality—but one building stands out for all the wrong (or right) reasons. The Novotel Liverpool Paddington Village, with its striking rust-coloured cladding, has sparked curiosity, confusion, and debate. Is it bold architectural design or an industrial illusion? This flash fiction-inspired piece explores the…
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Rachel Maclean’s They’ve Got Your Eyes at FACT Liverpool: A Surreal, Unmissable Fever‑Dream of an Exhibition
Rachel Maclean’s They’ve Got Your Eyes at FACT Liverpool is a surreal, multi‑screen video installation that pulls you into a vivid world of Victorian echoes, fairy‑tale creatures, and glitching digital fantasies. Moving through the darkened gallery, visitors encounter bold visuals, sharp satire, and a narrative that spirals from empire‑building ambition to chaotic, slime‑soaked spectacle. Overwhelming,…
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March Newsletter — Art, Activism & Spring Energy in Liverpool | alisonlittle.blog
March has been a month alive with movement, colour and community energy across Liverpool. From powerful protest marches to new artworks and cultural milestones, the city has felt charged with activism and early spring light. In the studio, Transitions emerged — a contemporary abstract painting exploring the fragile shift between winter’s harshness and spring’s quiet…
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The Return of Liverpool Olympia: Behind the Scenes of Its Stunning Revival
Liverpool Olympia, a historic Grade II listed venue on West Derby Road, has entered an exciting new chapter following its launch as a Community Interest Company (CIC). Once home to spectacular performances featuring live elephants and legendary acts like The Beatles, the Olympia is being transformed into a vibrant cultural hub for music, arts, and…
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Liverpool Protest at Metropolitan Cathedral: Counter Demonstrators Drown Out UKIP March
Crowds gathered outside Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral on Hope Street as a planned UKIP march failed to materialize, overwhelmed by a significantly larger counter-protest. Demonstrators filled the plaza with chants supporting refugees and opposing far-right views, while police maintained a controlled presence. The day was widely seen as a strong show of unity, tolerance, and community…
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Exploring Frodsham: A Timeless Market Town in the Heart of Cheshire
Discover the charm of Frodsham, a historic Cheshire market town where friendly locals, artisan shops, and bustling market days create a truly timeless atmosphere. From coffee on Main Street to scenic walks toward Delamere Forest, this guide explores why Frodsham is the perfect countryside escape.
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International Women’s Day in Liverpool: Feminist March, Drumming, and Calls for Equality
Liverpool marked International Women’s Day with a vibrant feminist march through the city centre, beginning at the Bombed Out Church and moving down Bold Street. Accompanied by the powerful rhythms of the Katumba Drummers, activists carried bold placards calling for gender equality, workers’ rights, and an end to patriarchy. The march concluded at the Bluecoat…