The former Saints captain says having a main road named after him is "something I will cherish".

Grit Astley, Sleetwood Mac and Jonny Snowmax are among the names suggested for three new gritters.

St Helens Council's leader says it is "no coincidence" there has been a rise in societal problems.

Many St Helens Council staff were impacted but systems were quickly restored, a report says.

St Helens Council says it first identified the incident on Monday and has launched an investigation.

Ex-councillor John Wiseman, who made "extensive modifications" to pupil's coursework, can teach again.

Oldham Council's chief executive Harry Catherall has served authorities for more than 40 years.

Labour keeps Liverpool, Knowsley, Halton and Sefton, while Wirral stays in no overall control.