Paul McAuley

Liverpool

Senior Community Reporter at Liverpool Echo

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I moved to Wirral after what happened in the streets of Barcelona

5 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Paul McAuley

Lourdes Villalobos said one thing stood out among the rest for herA mum was shocked by one thing when she moved over 1,000 miles to the Wirral. Lourdes Villalobos, originally from the capital of Peru, came to Wallasey for love after meeting her husband, Martin. The 49-year-old initially relocated to Barcelona with her son, Jose, in search of new opportunities. There, she met Martin, a pastry chef with a deep passion for cooking and baking.
'People have been asking for this, but no one was listening until now'

6 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Paul McAuley

Married couple Shaz Butt and Samia Haleem believe they will be filling a gap that people "want and need"Husband and wife Shaz Butt and Samia Haleem are no strangers when it comes to opening food outlets. In fact, the Childwall couple are at the helm of several across the country, most notably Subway venues. The pair, who are 46 and 40 respectively, franchise two of the brand’s eateries in Birmingham and one in Derby.
I tried a £35 healthy takeaway and one dish stood out instantly

6 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Paul McAuley

If you're a creature of habit then this weekend could be the perfect time to deviate from your usual takeaway and try something different - specifically Thai cuisine. On Sunday, April 13, Thailand celebrated Songkran, marking the beginning of the traditional Thai New Year. Occurring at the peak of the Thai summer, it's a period for taking a break from work and travelling, with many journeying hundreds of kilometres back to their home towns to reconnect with family and friends.
Crowds gather to watch re-enactment of Jesus's crucifixion in Formby

6 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Paul McAuley

Formby’s cherished Easter tradition returned this year with its annual Good Friday Walk of Witness and Passion Play. The “moving and reflecting” event was hosted by Churches Together in Formby, Altcar and Hightown,The morning saw the “powerful” story of Easter in a unique and public way. Taking place today, Good Friday, April 18, it started with crowds gathering for the walk through the village.
Mrs Hinch McDonald's hack that changed her life 'forever'

6 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Paul McAuley

The influencer asked: "What have I been doing all my life?"Instagram cleaning sensation Mrs Hinch has questioned her life choices after stumbling upon a nifty Happy Meal hack. Sophie Hinchliffe, who is from Essex, may be a guru of household tips, but it appears that this particular McDonald's hack had eluded her until recently.
We are known for dressing absolutely everyone at Glastonbury

6 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Paul McAuley

Sophie Ackers said it has been a crazy journey but her brand is "stronger than ever"A Liverpool woman who launched her business with only a few hundred pounds is now “dressing absolutely everyone at Glastonbury”. Sophie Ackers, from Walton, started bohemian brand Secret Garden back in 2017 after borrowing £300 off her mum. Initially, the 34-year-old’s company sold accessories only, but it quickly developed into an all-rounder to keep up with customer demand.
Performer's 'hope' for Scouse crowd as they make 'challenge'

6 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Paul McAuley

The pantomime villain said they loved performing in the cityA performer has shared their “hope” for Liverpool crowds after winning a prestigious award. Zoe West, originally from the Yorkshire Coast’s seaside town of Redcar, was among those who walked away with an accolade from this year’s Pantomime Awards. The actor was crowned Best Villain for their role as baddie Danny Rough in Liverpool Everyman’s production of Rapunzel.
Viral SpudBros tease new Liverpool site in latest video

1 week ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Paul McAuley

The potential site is right in the city centreTikTok sensations SpudBros have teased a potential new site for the company, and it's in Liverpool. Brothers Jacob Nelson, 29, and Harley Nelson, 22, have become somewhat of a global food phenomenon since they began posting on social media. The siblings, from Preston in Lancashire, have well over three million followers across their various platforms.
Liverpool ONE venue 'permanently closed' after more than 10 years

1 week ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Emilia Bona |Paul McAuley

The social media accounts for the venue have been updated to reflect the closureA Liverpool ONE venue has permanently closed. Sblended Milkshakes is located on the top floor of the shopping complex, next to Slim Chickens and Yo! Sushi, in a site situated directly opposite the entrance to the Odeon Cinema.
'We've poured our hearts into creating this unexpected ridiculous place'

1 week ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Emilia Bona |Paul McAuley

The Chavasse Park venue has only been open for a short time but has a growing customer baseA city centre bar has said they are “thrilled and incredibly proud” to be named among the UK's best. Liverpool ONE’s Flight Club was one of three Liverpool venues to have been nominated for the National Pub and Bar Awards 2025. The awards consider several elements that affect the customer experience, including marketing, digital presence, design, service, style of offer, and investment.