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Hi Has anybody out ther got any photos of the old Woodchurch Village it would be much appreciated
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Hello
I took some pics of the Boode Memorial in Breck Road Wallasey (opposite Huws Gray) and the actual needle memorial seems to have gone, with just a stone with a brass plate. Does anybody have any pics of this memorial intact?
Margaret Boode was killed here in 1827 acording to this website:
http://pmsa.cch.kcl.ac.uk/LL/MSWR0033.htm
The memorial was erected in 1827, but moved from its original site in 1914 due to road widening. It was damaged in World War II, and may have been taken down and re-erected again after repairs. There is no indication in the available minutes as to the original location, or whether the current site is that of 1914. The existing plaque may not be the original, since a different inscription is reported by Smith, in his history of Wallasey: Near this spot / Mrs. Boode of Leasowe Castle was killed / By a fall from her pony carriage / April 21st 1826 / May ye who pass by / Respect this memorial of an awful dispensation / And the affectionate tribute of an only child / To Perpetuate the clever mother's memory / Beyond the existence of that breast / Which will never cease to cherish it / Ah, may the sad remembrance which attaches to this spot / Impress on everyone this salutary warning / "In the Midst of Life we are in Death" / Erected in 1827, mother-in-law of Colonel Cust of Leasowe Castle.(5)
Margaret Boode was the daughter of Rev. Thomas Danneth, rector of Liverpool.(1) She was the widow of a West Indian plantation owner, and took up residence in Mockbeggar Hall, Wallasey in 1802.(2) The building was renamed Leasowe Castle in 1802, and underwent considerable alterations.(3) Boode gained a reputation as a helper of shipwrecked sailors, many of whom were lured onto the dangerous rocks in the area by wreckers. The Castle provided an ideal place to aid such unfortunates, both in size and situation. Boode's daughter married Queen Victoria's Master of ceremonies, Colonel E. Cust in 1821.(4)
Here are some recent pics:
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Holy Schmoly!
I was under orders to "tidy my cr*p", yep I get it as well as the kids 
Any how, came across this scan tool and road dynamometer(see pic).
I bought it a couple of years ago, fogot about it untill now.
Hardware & software to connect to OBD II on 1996 or newer vehicles including American, Asian and European.
Never even used it... Until now, going to load it to my laptop and get to grips with it, (bah! serial only lets it be installed on to one laptop...)
Any how, if I get it sussed, I'm sure there are guys here who are itching to know what their 1/4 miles times are, or 0-60, or HP/TQ.
Bet you're interested 
Hmmmm. Prob need a safe & legal venue to try this out.... Any ideas?
Here's a link for further reading http://www.auterraweb.com/dynoscan.html
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TONIGHT!
BAR FRESA, SEEL ST, LIVERPOOL!
ONLY FOR THE HARDCORE
DJ SY & MC STORM (hardcore heros)
YOZZA B2B DAVE MCRAVE
DJ KURT
PIKEY
LOUCYPHER
£10 on the door!
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Just wandering if anyone can help.
it started when the fan to the processor broke, so it kept overheating and switching itself off.
i overpowerd this by using a desk fan to cool it, which kept it on, it went off this morning,
i left it to cool down for an hour then hooked it all back up and it says "no video input" on monitor screen, i checked all cables etc and everything seemed fine.
even bought a new monitor cable, stil didnt work, hooked up another tower to the monitor,
it worked till boot up screen, crashed then started doing the same thing for this pc,
even tried a diffrent monitor and they both say same thing, is it possible the first monitor could of fired both motherboards?
if so is it possible to retreive our files from the hard drive as all the shops accounts and files are there
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..can anyone recall the building that stood until today on the corner of Albion Street and Dudley Road? (opposite the demolished Hotel Vic). I can't for the life of me recall the building!
I think it might of been Bay View Nursing Home as its been earmarked for demolition since planning went ahead in 2008.
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I resisted getting a budgie coz i thought it would be boring! Its not!
We got a great little bird, chirpy happy little thing-its great! Ive tryed lookhng on the net for 'identifying' what behaviour patterns mean? Ie it twirls round and round on its perch!? Some are obvious like-flapping its wings-wants to come out.
Cocking its head-listening etc
Anyone know of a good link?
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Does this belong to you?
DO these pieces of jewellery belong to you?
Police believe they were stolen and are trying to trace the owners.
The two gold coloured metal pendants/lockets and gold coloured metal necklace with the name 'Layla' were recovered following an arrest of a 17-year old man on Saturday June 4.
Anyone with any information on the property is urged to contact Constable McAteer on 0151 777 2269.
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Merseyside's credit-crunched businesses warned: Don't play with fire
Merseyside police and fire chiefs are uniting in a bid to prevent arson-related insurance fraud and warn credit-crunched business people that it is NOT a way out trouble.
Merseyside Police Chief Constable Bernard Hogan-Howe and Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service Acting Chief Officer Michael Hagen are launching a specialist team to tackle arsons on commercial properties where the intention is to profit from false insurance claims.
The Flare team is one of the first of its kind in the country and is being run by dedicated officers from both services.
It has been set up to investigate and prevent arson-related insurance fraud in the light of the credit crunch and harder economic times.
Flare will investigate arsons at commercial properties where it is believed that suspects have purposefully set fire to their business to gain financially through fraudulent insurance claims.
The team will work closely with Merseyside businesses and the insurance sector to investigate and prevent this type of crime.
Flare will also work closely with neighbourhood police, the Force's anti-social behaviour Task Force and investigating officers from the fire service to achieve thorough and efficient investigations.
Mr Hogan-Howe said: "I understand that the economic downturn is having an adverse effect on many businesses but arson with the intent of gaining through false insurance claims is not a way out.
"By committing such a reckless act not only will you lose your business, but you could destroy your life and the lives of others.
"We are determined to ensure that people involved in this type of crime realise that they are 'playing with fire' and will be arrested and put before the courts.
"Our officers will investigate in great detail any arson where it is believed to be fraud related and you will be prosecuted."
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service Acting Chief Officer Michael Hagen said: “We know that arson-related fraud often increases in times of recession which adds to the risk to our communities and firefighters as well as costing jobs.
"As a result of our close working relationship with the police and with the co-operation of the business community and insurance industry, we intend to deter anyone from committing arson fraud and vigorously pursue anyone suspected of such an act.”
THE GLOBE
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Wirral ready for new Home Secretary's crackdown on yobs
Wirral Council says it is ready to respond to the launch of a new crackdown by the Home Secretary on anti-social behaviour.
In his first speech since taking over at the Home Office, Alan Johnson is to set out details of a website recording what councils are doing to tackle the problem of yobs.
The site will show the public how many yobs have been hit with anti-social behaviour orders, how many parents have been given parenting orders and how many closure orders have been issued against crack dens.
It is hoped the site will help the public hold town halls to account over what steps they are taking to deal with the issue.
Councillor George Davies, cabinet member for housing and community safety, said: “In Wirral, working with our partner agencies, we are already committed to tackling anti-social behaviour and its underlying causes.
"Wirral’s Anti-Social Behaviour Team is frequently held up as an example of good practice in the field and we pride ourselves in using every tool at our disposal to not only take action, but also make sure the public get to know about these actions.
"Any plans to extend powers further and raise the profile even more are welcome.”
Earlier this month Mr Johnson said the Government had been guilty of "coasting" on anti-social behaviour issues and pledged to redouble its efforts.
He said: "People will be able to see how many crack houses have been closed, how many antisocial behaviour orders have been issued and how many parenting orders have been issued."
He told The Times: "I want to ensure there is particular emphasis on antisocial behaviour.
"I think we have done an awful lot on that and we have kind of coasted a bit.
"What I think we have done is rested on our laurels. We need a new drive on antisocial behaviour."
Mr Johnson, who took over from Jacqui Smith earlier this month, also said people on housing estates felt ignored by the authorities.
THE GLOBE
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Found this poor soul who managed to get his car the wrong way up.
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Port Sunlight Village Festival 2009
This main summer event takes place on Sunday 26th July 11.00am - 5.00pm.
A variety of stalls selling quality gifts and produce, Wirral Food and Drink celebrity chef demonstrations and over 100 cars in the Wirral Vintage Car Rally. Fairground rides, street theatre, fun dog show, horse and carriage rides, plus a full programme of live entertainment and much much more! The festival showcases local businesses and the community. It is a wonderful ‘free entry’ day out set against the backdrop of this unique and special village.
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Weatherhead High School Media Arts College, The awards ceremony at 7.30pm - 9pm tonight for Wirral Schools' Film Festival.
My son Kyle age 11 and a few of his primary school friends are up for an award along with other pupils from different schools.
These last few months they have been working hard after school at film club and tonight we will see their film.
I'm so proud of him and his friends! 
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Brave PC up for top award after saving man from falling at Garston docks
A MERSEYSIDE police officer who stopped a man jumping from a crane has been nominated for a national bravery award.
PC Paul Simm scrambled 80ft up the crane at Garston docks to save the 29-year-old man, who was in a state after arguing with his wife and leaving home.
He climbed to the top of the crane in King Street and refused to come down.
PC Simm, a dad-of-one, clambered up after him and spent time talking to the man.
But when they agreed they would both go down the ladder, the man suddenly tried to jump.
PC Simm thrust his arm out and caught the man, leaving them both perched perilously on the edge of a thin ledge.
Eventually the constable of 20 years service managed to drag the man back to safety and guide him down from the lofty perch.
Now Merseyside Police Federation has put him forward for the annual National Police Bravery Award. Kathryn Kane, chairman of the local branch of the federation, said: “Constable Simm’s quick thinking and assessment of the situation undoubtedly saved this man’s life, his actions and his modesty in accepting this accolade are a testament to both his bravery and his commitment to serving the public good. He is an advocate not just for Merseyside but for all police officers who find themselves in these situations and are called on to make decisions that have a significant impact on people.
“He displayed incredible bravery throughout, despite the drunken man’s determined self destruction drive.”
THE ECHO
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Wirral mum faces eviction due to son’s behaviour
A MUM faces eviction because of her son’s anti-social behaviour.
Joanne Stokes, 40, of Mill Park Drive, Eastham, is a tenant of Wirral Partnership Homes.
On January 8, her son was issued with a final warning for his noise, foul language and threats but he refused to sign an acceptable behaviour contract.
Caroline Laing, manager of Wirral's Anti-Social Behaviour Team, said: “This is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.”
THE ECHO
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Russian orthodox church takes over vandalised Wirral chapel
THE Russian Orthodox Church will take over a derelict cemetery chapel in Wirral which was plagued by vandalism.
The chapel at Rake Lane cemetery, in Wallasey, will become the main meeting place and location for services of the parish of St Elisabeth the New Martyr.
Icons from the Russian Orthodox Cathedral have also been donated to them.
The chapel is being leased to the parish by Wirral council and major repair works costing more than £30,000 are underway.
Priest Paul Elliott said he hoped the new use for the chapel would also ensure its protection from vandalism.
THE ECHO
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New sculptures at Birkenhead Park Station
THREE new sculptures have been unveiled at Birkenhead Park Station.
The sculptures - each more than five metres tall - are intended to brighten commuters’ journeys.
They were designed by local artist Stephen Hitchen for Merseytravel as part of its public art programme.
The sculptures reference landmarks in Birkenhead, Merseyside and beyond.
Mr Hitchen said: “One sculpture recognises the significance of Birkenhead Park as the first municipal park in the world and a reference for Central Park in New York City.”
Merseytravel chairman Cllr Mark Dowd said: “They are fascinating. I am sure they will bring great pleasure to commuters. You see something new in them every time.”
The sculptures were made in steel with the designs cut using lasers.
THE ECHO
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Two arrested after Ellesmere Port fire
TWO men were arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire in Ellesmere Port.
Crews were called to the house in Percival Road shortly after 4.30am, to find two occupants had escaped the fire.
There was damage to the porch which was extinguished.
Two men aged 43 and 44 remain in police custody.
Any witnesses are asked to ring DC Nigel Moore at Chester police on 01244 613150.
THE ECHO
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Man shot with shotgun in drive-by attack on streets of Liverpool Norris Green
A MAN was treated in hospital today after being blasted with a shotgun.
The 21-year-old victim was attacked on Cottesbrook Road, Norris Green, just before midnight.
It is believed a car was seen driving around the area just before the shooting.
It is understood the victim was on the street alone when the car screeched to a halt nearby and something was shouted by one of the passengers.
It is thought a shotgun was then fired from within the car before it sped off.
The dazed victim took a few seconds to realise he had been shot.
When he did, he ran home and was taken to hospital by a relative, where he was treated by doctors for “superficial injuries to his upper body” before discharging himself in the early hours of the morning. He spoke to police while being treated.
The ECHO understands the attack was gang-related and has heightened fears in the community that the teenage gangs that blighted L11 for so long could be coming back to prominence.
Officers from the anti-gun anti-gang Matrix team were set to take to the streets today to reassure locals and patrol the area.
The area was taped off by police as crime scene investigators looked for forensic clues.
Police say, at this stage of the investigation, they believe the shooting to be a targeted attack and appealed to the public for information.
They hope to speak to the victim again today.
Anyone with information should contact the police gun crime hotline on 0800 458 1211 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
THE ECHO
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Appeal for next of kin of Toxteth man
THE Coroner’s Office is appealing for the next of kin of Alfred William Lloyd, 71, from Toxteth, who died at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital on Thursday, June 25.
Relatives, or anyone who has information about Mr Lloyd's next of kin, are being asked to contact the Coroner's Office on 0151 233 4703.
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Police concerned about missing mum and son
Merseyside Police are asking for information regarding the whereabouts of a mother and son after being contacted by worried family members.
Joanne Laugharne, 41 and her 8-year-old son Jamie Laugharne have been missing from their home in Harrops Croft, Netherton since Monday, 22nd June.
It was thought Joanne took the youngster out of school under the pretence of going away on holiday but members of her family do not believe this to be the case.
Joanne is described as white, 5ft tall, of slim build with short, straight blonde / light brown hair. She has blue eyes and a fair complexion.
It is thought Jamie and his mum could be in the Southport area and police would like to speak to anyone who may have seen the pair.
Superintendent Mike Martin from Sefton Command Team said: "I would urge Joanne or anyone who has seen her or Jamie since 22nd June, to contact us.
"All information no matter how small will be treated seriously."
Anyone with information can call 0151 777 3083 or the National Missing Persons Helpline in confidence on 0500 700 700. "
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Plumes of smoke blacken Liverpool skyline as tyre fire takes hold
A LARGE quantity of car tyres went up in smoke in a blaze at a scrapyard in Liverpool last night.
Fire crews were called to the premises of Caribbean Car Parts, in Beaumont Street, Toxteth, shortly before 8pm.
The car tyre fire sent off huge plumes of black smoke which were visible for many miles around.
Appliances from the Liverpool city centre station and the Low Hill crew were sent to fight the blaze.
Dozens of spectators watched the fire unfold before it was extinguished at 9.30pm
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