Wesley Holmes

Liverpool

Journalist at Liverpool Echo

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Woman found 'face-down in the mud' in beach rescue

5 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Wesley Holmes

"Mud can be extremely dangerous — and when combined with alcohol or drugs, the risk increases significantly"A woman was rescued after being found "unconscious, face-down in the mud" on Crosby beach. Emergency services were called to the area yesterday evening, May 31, to reports of "an intoxicated female stuck in the mud". HM Coastguard Wirral and HM Coastguard Crosby were contacted, and the Crosby coastguard team deployed their specialist 4x4 vehicle to search the beach.
Man, 25, missing on backpacking trip as mum says 'something is really wrong'

5 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Wesley Holmes

Jordan's mum said "I have no idea what has happened. All I know is something is really wrong for him not to contact anybody"A Southport man on a solo tour of South East Asia has gone missing while backpacking in Malaysia. Jordan Johnson-Doyle, 25, has not been heard from since Tuesday, May 27. Family and friends spent days frantically trying to get in touch with him by phone, email and social media before his phone went dead on Friday, May 30.
Brush with death led couple to marry - 45 years after first date

6 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Wesley Holmes

"The day John Lennon was shot was our first date"A loved-up couple is tying the knot more than four decades down the line after coming face-to-face with a "brutal reality". Jean Whittaker and Greg Banks fell in love nearly 45 years ago, but never thought about getting married until a shocking brush with death spurred them to enshrine their relationship in law.
Dad 'looked like he had frostbite' before emergency amputation

6 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Wesley Holmes

A Bridgewater Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust spokesman apologised "for the distress caused"A routine doctor's appointment turned into a living nightmare for a Runcorn dad after a seemingly minor injury spiralled out of control. Colin Rotherham, 62, was attending a podiatrist appointment in January 2023 when he felt a "sharp pain" and later discovered a cut on the second toe of his right foot.
Woman attacked on city street was stabbed, police confirm

6 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Wesley Holmes

Police have now confirmed the victim's injuries "can be described as stab wounds"A woman fighting for her life after a horrific attack was stabbed, police have confirmed. The woman, aged in her 30s, suffered "extremely serious injuries" in the attack, which took place at around 8.25pm last night. Residents on Phythian Close, Kensington, described hearing a "loud bang" before looking out and finding the woman unresponsive on the ground.
Punters 'gutted' as 'best pub in town' goes up for sale

6 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Wesley Holmes

"We don't need more fancy bars, this is a 'one of a kind' place"Pubgoers have expressed their bitter disappointment as one of Liverpool's oldest and most beloved venues has gone up for sale. The Swann Inn was described as "a stalwart of Wood Street" and "the best pub in town" by patrons - some of whom have been regulars since the 1970s. Known simply as "The Swan" to regulars, the pub has stood since Victorian times.
Royal Liverpool Philharmonic conductor takes on new role

6 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Wesley Holmes

Domingo said "Liverpool remains my creative home in Europe and the space where I can develop my orchestral journey"The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic's chief conductor is taking strides in his musical career as he broadens his horizons 5,200 miles to sunny Los Angeles. Domingo Hindoyan, who became the chief conductor at the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra in 2021, has recently been appointed music director to the LA Opera.
Neighbours battled to help woman fighting for life in street after attack

6 days ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Wesley Holmes

People said they initially thought the major police incident was a dog attackNeighbours rushed to help a woman who was seriously hurt in their street. People living on Phythian Close, Kensington, said they heard a "loud bang" before looking out and seeing the woman collapsed near a garden gate last night. The incident took place at around 8.25pm, when Merseyside Police were called to reports a woman in her 30s had suffered chest and face injuries after an assault.
'Last of its kind' boozer goes on market for £550k

1 week ago | msn.com | Wesley Holmes

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Vet reveals five 'dog-friendly plants' to keep your pet safe

1 week ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Wesley Holmes

"If you’re gardening this summer, it’s important to choose non-toxic greenery and stay informed about which plants could pose a risk.”With summer just around the corner, and spring being one of the driest on record, many dog owners will be looking forward to spending more time in the garden with their pup. Searches for "dog friendly garden plants" have soared by 324% over the past three months, as green-fingered owners do their duty to ensure their pet's safety when playing outside.