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TOWN HALL HOSTS CITY AWARDS by Joshua Weale

Magistrates across Liverpool and Knowsley were due to be given the freedom of the city in a ceremony at Liverpool Town Hall today. The honour was being awarded to recognise the important role they play as part of the city’s judicial system. There are currently 285 active magistrates in the region and all of them will be added to the Freedom Roll of Associations and Institutions of the City. Often referred to as ‘The Justices of the Peace’, they volunteer to sit in on court cases part-time to help make the city a safer place to live. Liverpool’s Lord Mayor Councillor Gary Millar described the award as the highest honour the city can bestow on them. He said: “The city of Liverpool is a better, safer place to live and work thanks to their knowledge, dedication, commitment and efforts.” He added: “I congratulate and thank them for their vital contribution.” Over 95% of all criminal cases are handled in either adult or youth courts by magistrates which amounts to almost 20,000 court cases a year. They are responsible for deciding whether to refer a case to a higher court, consider bail applications and deal with fine enforcement amongst other responsibilities.

New air rescue service takes off by Jess MacDonald

A new air ambulance service has been announced for Merseyside. Gloucestershire-based Bond Aviation Group which has already provided two for the North West, with one in Manchester and the other in Blackpool, is the largest operator of its kind in the UK. The new service will join its air ambulances operating from 23 bases around the country plus two major maintenance facilities. The helicopter will be a Eurocopter EC135T2 aircraft, with state of the art technology with the highest level of reliability out there. The Euro-copter will be carefully and specifically modified for emergency medical services. The North West air ambulances provided have been useful in holding an important role in the delivery of emergency operations and the new aircraft is a significant step for the charity, allowing a larger medical cover in the extended areas of Merseyside. Chris Greenhill, Managing Director of Bond Air Services, is delighted at the company’s successful relationship with the air ambulance. “Our relationship with the North West Air Ambulance goes back 13 years and I am delighted that this continues to develop. “The service now operates three helicopters on active duty 365 days a year and the delivery of this aircraft demonstrates our commitment to the charity and the people of the North West in delivering safe helicopter operations.” Lynda Brislin, Chief Executive Officer of North West

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TOP TEAM: a North West air ambulance plays backdrop to the Air crew team photo, before taking off for duty ©Twitter/NWAirAmbulance Air Ambulance said: “I would like to thank everyone who has made donations to the North West Ambulance Service, which ultimately has allowed us to add this helicopter to our fleet. “We are delighted to see the new and extended service commence in partnership with Bond Air Services.” Bond Aviation Group is part of the Avincis Group. Last year the company flew more than 108,500 hours, rescued more than 8,600 people at sea and on mountains, helped put out 7,800 fires and carried more than 175,900 passengers in the oil and gas industries.

Colin Withers, rescued in 2010. Spoke to the North West Air Ambulance. ‘After my motorbike accident, the North West Air Ambulance flew me to hospital in five minutes and that was crucial to my recovery. I wouldn’t have made it otherwise’

‘Scratch and sniff’ drug cards campaign a success by Jess MacDonald A government scheme to help sniff out crime has been hailed a success in Merseyside. ‘Scratch and Sniff’ drug cards were given to residents to help them detect cannabis farms in their area. They have resulted in a 28% increase in reports of drug agriculture in local areas, according to Crimestoppers. Since the campaign began, Merseyside police have seen a 56% increase in drug related information and at least 25 cannabis farms have been found.

‘Cannabis farms grow more than just drugs’ More than 200,000 cards have been issued in hotspots such as London, Greater Manchester and Merseyside. Mark Hallas, chief executive of the charity, believes the organisations commitment to stopping crime has ‘never been stronger.’ He said: “We continue to be

proactive and are determined to explore new and innovative ways to educate, empower and encourage the UK public to put their trust in Crimestoppers. “Working with communities and government agencies, we believe Crimestoppers to be a truly effective crime-fighting charity that will continue to have a highly significant and successful impact on keeping communities safe.” The card, which initiated from a pilot set up in Holland three years ago, gives a replica smell of the growing plant to help people identify the cannabis scent. Overall more than 3,500 pieces of information relating to drug farming have been received since the Crimestoppers charity released the cards, resulting in a 28% increase from last year. Lord Ashcroft, who founded Crimestoppers, said cannabis farming was linked to other serious crimes. He added: “Cannabis farms grow more than just drugs.” “Those who are cultivating cannabis tend to be involved in other areas of crime and are BIG SNIFF: testing out the new drug cards released to often involved in related gang tackle Liverpools drug problem ©Crimestoppers crime and other violent crimes




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Docks become Uptopia as thriller filming returns

ON THE BOX: Latest series of Channel 4’s Uptopia begins filming at Liverpool Albert dock. The six part drama series stars Fiona O’ Shaughnessy, Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, Paul Higgins, Alexandra Roach and James Fox.

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Benefits duo face TV show backlash by Abi Bramhall

A Channel 5 documentary featuring a Liverpool couple has sparked outrage among Twitter users. ‘On Benefits and Proud’, which aired on 14th October, focused on some of Britain’s worst benefit claimants. The documentary featured newlyweds Julie, 44, and Vinnie, 38, from Anfield who spend more money on cigarettes and television packages then they do on basic food. Viewers took to Twitter to voice their opinions, many of them negative. Lyndsay Ross tweeted: “People find it easy to live off the government…AYE AND I’M PAYING FOR YOU!” Tracy Ford tweeted: “Bring in coupons and rations. Spending more on fags and tv than food is a disgrace!” The couple, who haven’t worked for six years and have nine children between them, receive roughly the minimum wage of a worker on top of a housing benefit that pays for their home. Julie also receives a £310 sickness benefit once a fortnight. Vinnie said: “People find it easier to live off the government because they get most things paid for them.” Julie added: “They’re tight fisted b******* and we’re really not surviving.” Many users were left angry when Julie said that she would only take a job that left her with £500 at the end of the week after food and general bills. Emma

Glover tweeted: “£500 a week after all outgoings? We ALL wish that!” whilst Steve N Allen tweeted: “She wants £500 left at the end of each week? I dream of earning £500 a week!” The end of the programme saw Julie’s daughter proudly telling her mother that she has a job. Julie’s response was that she would receive more if she lived on benefits. In response to this, Rachel Masterman tweeted: “Can’t believe that mother telling her newly-employed daughter she’d be better off staying on benefits #Backwards.” The documentary also featured a mother-of-11 who has been dubbed a dole queen by national newspapers and receives £900 per week.

ANGER: Liverpool newly weds Julie and Vinne with house mate after weekly shop

Anfield, where the couple live

Benefit claimer Vinnie

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Rare golden coin turtles hatch at Chester Zoo By Claire Bynoe

Two of the world’s rarest turtles have hatched at Chester Zoo. They are the first golden coin turtles to be bred within the UK this year. The turtles are endangered in the wild with the number of them declining due to over-collection for the southern Asian food markets meaning they are at the very edge of extinction. Herpetology keeper Ruth Smith said: “Asian turtle species have undergone massive declines in recent years. They are overexploited and hundreds of thousands of them are traded annually for human consumption.” It is thought that they are want-

ed by pet traders due to their striking colours and considered to be one of the most attractive amongst the turtle species. Ruth added: “Whether or not we can now save this stunning species is touch and go but at the very least, the skills and techniques our keepers are developing by breeding these turtles here and the intensive care they are giving them will go a long way towards helping conserve other similar species that thankfully do have a better long-term chance of survival.” The turtles feed on a range of animals including earthworms, crabs, fishes, frogs and fruit.

Newly Hatched goldren coin Turtles at Chester Zoo

BONFIRE FEARS FOR PET OWNERS Dog owners are being reminded to take good care of their pets as bonfire fire night approaches. This time of year is always a tough time for pets with the increase in loud bangs created by fireworks which can cause animals to become frightened and stressed. When an animal, particularly dogs become anxious or stressed they can become a lot more unpredictable. At this time dogs could be likely to run away in search of somewhere quieter which often leads them into the arms of a vet or a dog kennels. Last Bonfire Night, Petlog, The UK’s largest database for micro chipped pets recorded a 40% increase in in the number of calls reporting either pets missing by owners or someone having found a pet that has ran away. Celia Walsom, executive at Petlog, said: “Each year we see a spike of activity on or around the 5th of November so it is important for pet owners to prepare for bonfire night.” She says how important it should be for pet owners to make sure that the details on the animals microchip is up to date in case they do try to run away.” Some tips that Petlog offer for dog owners are that dogs are only walked throughout daylight hours, houses are secured at all times especially when not at home with the pet and that the pets aren’t made a huge fuss of when the fireworks do begin.

MERSEY MURDER MYSTERY

LoveHistory are to host a murder mystery experience at Liverpool’s oldest hotel, The Adelphi, following straight on from the sell-out success of ‘murder at St George’s Hall.’ The event involves a group of professional actors hosting a three course dinner whilst acting out a story in which one of them will portray a mysterious killer. The diners then have to try and figure out who the killer is by the end of the evening. The event which will take place on November 2nd tells a story that will celebrate The Adelphi’s rich history and will be based on true crimes of the period when The Adelphi first opened.


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Bake-off duo: Paul Hollywood and Mary Berry. Pic: @BritishBakeOff/Twitter

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Bake Off fans from Liver�ool all set for final show-down! Kimberley Wilson Aged 30

by Lisa Kerr Ultimate baking battle, The Great British Bake Off, comes to a dramatic end tonight with Frances, Kimberley and Ruby all competing for the title of Great British Baker. The show has certainly grabbed the nation’s attention, with thousands of passionate viewers tweeting their animated opinions on the show. One user wrote: “Why does everyone love Kimberley? She’s dripping with smugness & she thinks the #GBBO is her own personal cookery show. I HATE HER.” Another wrote: “Don’t know about you guys, but I’m definitely going to have a little cry when #GBBO is over :(.” Michelin-star chef, Raymond Blanc, caused major controversy when he posted his thoughts about the show on the social networking site. “The Great British Bake Off. Not much skills, female tears, And a winner so thin who makes me doubt of her love for great cooking, baking.” His tweet caused a massive backlash from viewers who feared he had revealed the contest’s winner and even prompted a reply from Paul Hollywood. The judge sarcastically asked the chef: “wow Raymond have you seen the winner already???” In Liverpool, the public have been equally excited about the show. Damian Leonard, 20, said: “I love the Great British Bake Off be-

Ruby Tandoh Aged 21

Francis Quinn Aged 31

cause it’s the best programme on TV! It’s so intense, a lot of the time me and my housemates are just sat screaming at the TV” “I haven’t baked anything personally after watching the show because I can’t even make toast, but my friend made this amazing caramelised cake after seeing it on the show.” “My favourite was Becca, but she left last week and I was fuming! So now I would say I want Francis to win because she’s quite an underdog and very likable” Jenny Glover, 24, said: “I love it. I think it’s a fascinating programme; it’s one of my favourites. It’s got a great cast too. For me, Francis is my favourite to win.’

it certainly elicits strong responses. I have seen a rise in sales, bizarrely since the recession, and I think this is purely because people are a lot more careful where they spend their money and want quality for the money they do spend.” Not surprisingly, Emma is a huge fan of the show. “At the start of GBBO I really wanted Becca to win, as she seemed the most down to earth! “From episode one, Ruby grated on my every nerve! With her simpering and “woe is me” attitude I just couldn’t get on with her. But the more I have watched the more I have realised I would be exactly the same on the show! I wouldn’t believe anything I created would be good enough for the Queen of Baking and indeed Mr Hollywood! “I think Kimberley should win. She seems the most competent of the remaining contestants and has been the most consistent throughout. And she didn’t break a Kitchen Aid!” Elsewhere in the city, one baker has been inspired to create her very own Bake Off. Laura Worthington, of Laura’s Little Bakery, created “Berry Bake Off” a monthly baking contest held in Berry and Rye. Each month seven bakers from around the city whip up their best puddings in an attempt to impress ticket-holders and win a £50 cash prize. The next Bake Off will take place on November 3rd. Tickets to the event cost £20 and are from liverpoolpuddingclub@gmail.com.

‘It’s a fascinating programme; it’s one of my favourites’ Liverpool Life spoke to Emma Whitwell from Liverpool One’s, The Buttercup Bakery, to find out if she had noticed a rise in sales since the Great British Bake Off began. She said: “I wouldn’t say that I have seen a rise in sales due to GBBO, but I have definitely seen a rise in more people actively commenting and looking at my page when it’s discussed. Any post about


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Liverpool’s annual Halloween scarefest Farmageddon has sold out for its fifth consecutive year, more than two weeks before Halloween itself. The experience runs all through the month of October offering a terrifying experience to those who wish to get in the Halloween spirit. Situated on Farmer Ted’s farm in Ormskirk, Farmageddon

promises an interactive terror experience with a number of different corridors, crypts and caverns where you will be scared into fight or flight mode by the monsters and characters roaming around the venue and hiding in the shadowy corners of the farm. Expect chainsaw massacres, Freddy Kruegers and escaped inmates all ready to jump out at you when you go. The organisers do recommend that it is not for people of a nervous or weak disposition and is for strictly over 15 year olds, and they will be releasing an unspecified number of extra tickets on Friday due to a high demand for the frightfully successful attraction. Many people have said that they couldn’t get to sleep for weeks after the shocking halloween experience, so beware.

One of England’s top pop singers will be hitting the Echo Arena for her Nice To Meet You tour. Tickets range between £28 and £36.50. 11th November O2 Academy Craig Colton The former X Factor star returns to his hometown ahead of the release of his new album in this one off gig after postponing the rest of his tour. 19th November Echo Arena Five

Halloween: Decorations at Farmaggedon

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Peter Pan flies to town By Jess Watters Former X Factor finalist Ray Quinn will take to the stage in Liverpool’s Christmas panto ‘Peter Pan’. The classic tale will see a modern twist, the tights and hats are long gone and the production will have a hint of Liverpool. He said : “I can’t wait to come home and get back on the Empire stage. It’s one of the best theatres in the country and I love performing here to a home crowd.” He will be performing alongside his wife, Emma Stephens, who is playing the role of Wendy. The couple met when they appeared together in a London production of ‘Grease’ and got married in 2012. Emma told JMU Journalism: “I am looking

forward to performing in the Empire. I have only performed in Liverpool once in Saturday Night Fever. I am nervous about both me and Ray flying though.” The couple plan to spend Christmas at Ray’s mum’s house in Liverpool for their

son Harry’s second Christmas. Also starring in this year’s festive spectacular is Brookside legend, Louis Emerick, who will play the famous baddie role of Captain Hook. Louis has recently been over in Benidorm filming for the new series. He told JMU Journalism: “I am so excited. I have played Captain Hook before but this is my first time in the Empire. “I am looking forward to being home for Christmas and performing in my hometown with the best audience in the world.” Peter Pan runs at the Liverpool Empire from Friday 13th December 2013 to Sunday 5th January 2014.

Queen of country on her way Iconic country singer Dolly Parton will be returning to Liverpool next year as part of her world tour. Tickets will go on sale this Friday for her Blue Smoke World Tour at the Echo Arena on 8th of June 2014. Dolly has been touring since 2011, and has been everywhere, from Austraila to Germany. The Queen of country last performed at the Echo Arena in August 2011, where she performed a cover of the Beatles’ famous hit Help on the banjo as she paid tribute to the city that she loves.

After the success of the Big Reunion tour, the now four piece are taking their greatest hits on the road stopping off in Liverpool.

THEATRE 28th October - 9th November Blood Brothers Empire Theatre Blood Brothers, written by Willy Russell, takes to the stage. The play tells the emotional story of twin brothers who after being separated at birth and leading separate lives, meet again. The show will take place at the Empire Theatre and prices will range from £12 to £38. 13th - 16th November The Nutcracker Empire Theatre The famous ballet production graces the stage of Liverpool’s Empire Theatre. Tickets start from £12.90. 26th October Philharmonic theatre Sean Lock Purple Van Man is coming to the Philharmonic later this month as Sean Lock, one of the UKs most acclaimed comedians is full of gags, opinions and silly impressions.

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1st November Lantern Parade Sefton Park

This year’s Lantern parade will take place in Sefton Park, kids will have the opportunity to take part in workshops to create their own lanterns. At 6.30pm you will witness a parade of lanterns that will light up Sefton Park as the parade makes its way into the woods. 11th November Remembrance Day Like every year, on the 11th of November Liverpool will come together to pay commemoration to the members of the armed forces who have lost their lives whilst on duty. 15th November Remembrance Banquet Anglican Cathedral Liverpool’s Anglican Cathedral will be home to the first Remembrance Banquet. The event hopes to collect over £40,000 for the charities of Help for Heroes and the Royal British Legion. The event will include entertainment and will start at 7pm. The prices for tickets start off at £55.

FOR THE KIDS 21st - 27th October Underwater Street Halloween Half Term Kids can make their own slime, fizzy ghosts, blood bags, frankenworms, oozing pumpkins in spooky science workshops. Also included is the legendary Halloween Bingo, Whacky Batmobile races, fancy dress parade, trick or treat and all rounded off with a Halloween Disco.

5th November Bonfire Night Sefton Park Various firework displays will light up the skies across the city, including the annual celebrations at Sefton Park and Newsham Park and Halton, being seen from both Widnes and Runcorn. Displays will start around 7.30pm.


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Grace Lindsey reports on the latest celebrity fashion line to hit the High Street

Khloe Kardashian

Sisters Khloe, Kim and Kourtney

The Kardashian sisters’ new clothing line will launch in Lipsy stores in Liverpool and across the country this week, but are these celebrity endorsements really adding fashionable value and credibility to our high streets? Or are they just the produce of the celebrity cash cow? Scouser Coleen Rooney launched a clothing collection for retailer Littlewoods several years ago, the stores have since closed and no longer exists on the high street. Kate Moss grasped a more fruitful opportunity churning out 14 collections for Sir Phillip Green at Topshop which is believed to have gained her over a million pounds. Other ventures for celebrities on the High Street include Kelly Brook for New Look, Madonna for H&M and Fearne Cotton for online retailer Very.co.uk. Research by Sure Women found that British women spend, on average, £83,498 on clothes in a lifetime, a market which is lucrative to say the least.

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However, garments that celebrities attach their name to in order to take a cut of this market aren’t always in the interest of becoming the next McQueen or Galliano. Katie McCormarck, a sales assistant at Lipsy who will be selling the Kardashian Kollection, said: “I work in fashion and love to represent my brand, I wouldn’t say the Kardashian Kollection is any better or more fashionable than our in-house styles, but I

think the fact that it’s being promoted by the Kardashian sisters allows it to sell itself.” The reality star sisters originally collaborated with Dorothy Perkins in November last year, agreeing an exclusive contract to sell their line at the Arcadia. In an interview with a national newspaper, the company said although the Kardashian collection was a success and launched the family into the

UK market, they were keen to place a particular emphasis on their own collections and wanted to continue to build Dorothy Perkins as a brand. Stephanie Alistair, 21, a Dorothy Perkins shopper,W said “I don’t think I’ve ever bought anything from the clothing line the Kardashian sisters brought out. “I have seen it in store before but it looked too American and a bit tacky for what I normally like to buy.”

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they now? by Chantal Dickinson This year has seen the X Factor grace our television screens yet again. As the programme enters its tenth series we have seen many Liverpudlians compete in the live shows, even making it as far as the final. However, after the controversy over Scouser Christopher Maloney last year,

producers decided to axe auditions in the hometown of the Beatles. With this years’ X Factor well and truly under way and no Scousers in the final 12, we take a look at the Liverpool stars who have competed on the talent show in the past to find out where they are and what they are doing now.

he third series of the talent show in 2006 saw former child actor Ray Quinn showing off his singing skills. Although Leona Lewis won the show, Ray proved he’s got plenty of talent. Brookside was where it all started for the Childwall- born actor. Ray was just 18 when he appeared on the X Factor and although he wasn’t originally chosen by his mentor SimonCowell to appear in the live stages, Simon realised he had made a mistake and put Ray through. Ray released his first album in 2007 but was dropped by his label six months later. In 2009, Ray appeared in reality series Dancing on Ice which he won before going back to his acting roots. He then appeared on the stage in Grease, Dirty Dancing and Legally Blonde. He is currently appearing in the pantomime Peter Pan in the Liverpool Empire Theatre.

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n 2010, we saw single Liverpool mum Rebecca Ferguson become runner up to Matt Cardle in the seventh series of the X Factor. Rebecca wowed judges from her first audition, getting it right each week and receiving standing ovations from the judges. After X Factor Rebecca signed a joint recording contract with Simon Cowell’s label Syco and Epic Records. Rebecca released her first single ‘Nothings real but love’, closely followed by her debut album ‘Heaven’. ‘Too good to lose’, ‘Glitter & Gold’ and ‘Shoulder to shoulder’ were also released from the album. Rebecca has just finished her second album, ‘Freedom’ which

he eighth series of X Factor saw two Liverpudlians reach the live stages, both in the boys category mentored by Gary Barlow. Craig Colton is the former biscuit factory worker who surprised his mum at the auditions by not telling her he was auditioning on the show. Craig wowed the judges but was voted off in week seven. Craig is currently working on his debut album titled ‘American Dream’ which is due to be released by the end of the year. Former hairdresser Marcus Collins competed the same year as Craig, but was runner up to winners Little Mix. Marcus’s debut single was a cover of White Stripes’ ‘Seven nation army’ which reached number nine in the UK charts. Marcus is currently starring as Seaweed Stubbs in the 2013 UK tour of Hairspray

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ontroversial contestant Christopher Maloney appeared on the ninth series of X Factor in 2012, finishing in third place behind Jahmene Douglas and winner James Arthur. Christopher was not originally voted through to the live shows, but went through on a wildcard. Christopher found himself being booed by the studio audience and often criticised by judges for his ‘cruise ship’ like performances. However, Christopher received the most votes seven weeks running.He said, “I was seen as a potential threat by all the judges. I was getting 4050% of all the public vote right up until week eight.” Christopher will release his debut single ‘My heart belongs to you’ at the end of October.


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New kit for homeless football club sees the season off to a kicking start, Bethany Wells reports Liverpool’s history is often dominated by a tale of two football teams, but these fierce rivals have joined forces to help a club that needs more recognition, Liverpool Homeless Football Club. The club was established in 2007 to give people who had found themselves in a difficult position, something to focus on and its motto sums up its mission: ‘Much more than football’. Their aim is to try to go beyond football training to improve their players’ personal lives, pushing them with fitness; employment and helping to find them long term accommodation. On their monthly match days they also offer the players tests for blood pressure, heart rate, STDs and diabetes. The charity started small with a five a-side team, made up of residents from Liverpool’s hostels and they were entered into the homeless football league. Now each season, sees them up against 18 other homelessness organisations across Merseyside. On Thursday, the team received a new strip and a variety of other donations, to help it during the season. Liverpool and Everton football clubs gave training kit, food manufacturers John West and Typhoo gave food supplies and the HIS Church charity gave this year’s largest donation rebranded and recycled counterfeit clothing. Over the past 12 months, the Christian charity has worked with Liverpool trading standards, to re-use the fake items for a good cause. Richard Humphrey, senior coordinator for HIS Church, said: “It’s quite a simple solution but it’s just so effective, we thank God for the wisdom to do it. We just rebrand counterfeit clothes.” HIS Church have been rebranding counterfeit clothing for eight years, recycling and estimated £50 million worth of counterfeit clothing that would have been otherwise shredded. Richard added: “We say that counterfeiting is not a victimless crime, but it would almost be more of a crime to throw away these clothes when there people who really need

STRIP: Some of the kits that have been donated by Liverpool and Everton Football Clubs them.” Over the last 12 months Liverpool trading Standards alone have seized counterfeit goods worth £250,000. While some can’t be recycled for safety reasons, whatever can be re-used, has been. Keith Marshall, Liverpool trading standards officer, said: “We’ve entered into a partnership with HIS church for the counterfeit goods to be rebranded with the HIS church

logo and then put back into the community. “What better way than giving it to a charity that is able to recycle it and reuse it and distribute it to the likes of the vulnerable groups within the Merseyside area?” John Finnigan, LHFC chairman said: “Events like this raise our profile and put us on the map. People are aware of us now, and by linking with HIS church and Liverpool and Everton in the community, their partners

have come along to donate some stuff today and obviously that will be distributed to homeless people.” Liverpool Homeless Football Club has already begun distributing the donations they have received to local hostels. LHFC will be putting their new kit to good use, with their first game at the end of October with Liverpool’s own John Bishop, there to kick off the season.

James’ story James joined LHFC in 2012, a former Homeless World Cup player.

This led to him representing England in the 2011 Homeless world cup in Paris.

At the age of 19, James lost his adoptive mother, which was a catalyst for the tough times James would face.

Following his football success, James began training for his coaching badges. He went on to the Mexico City Homeless world cup, as assistant coach for England.

He became homeless; living in and out of hostels. In 2010, whilst staying at a hostel in Crewe, James became involved with the Homeless World Cup national partner in England.

His success story reached a new high when he won coach of the tournament with Team England in Portugal June 2013.

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NEVER TOO OLD... By Bill Evans

On the day Steven Gerrard notched his 100th Premier League goal the man being tipped to replace him claims his captain still has another 10 years in him. Jordan Henderson claimed that the way 33-year-old Gerrard is playing now indicates he could play on for another 10 years. The chances of Liverpool’s captain wonder still donning his famous number 8 shirt when he reaches 43 is almost zero but he is showing no signs

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of slowing down yet. Following Henderson’s comments Liverpool Life put together a golden oldies team of players who either reached forty or were very close to it. One thing the Golden Oldies are lacking is a Liverpool player, Gerrard has all the attributes all he needs now is the years. There had to be a time when the Gerrard Liverpool fans came to love slowed down and became a more conservative player. Very few thought he would be as effective but his performances

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CM: BRYAN ROBSON 39 GK Brad Friedel: The American shot stopper is extending the premier league’s oldest player record every day while playing for Tottenham. RB Graham Alexander: The Coventry born right back was the oldest player to make his Premiership debut at 37. CB Stuart Pearce: The old school defender who is unfortunately most famous for leaving the pitch of England’s 1990 World cup quarter final in tears after missing a penalty in the shoot-out.

this season are challenging that notion. Gerrard’s transition from an attack minded, goal scoring midfielder to the holding midfield role he now plays has been one that has left some critics saying he’s past his best. But a string of quality performances for club and country has left his critics looking awkwardly down at their feet. Liverpool fans have been waiting for their club to bring together a squad of players capable of challenging for the top four for the

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CM; GORDON STARCHAN 40 CB Sol Campbell: The youngest player of our Golden Oldies at a mere 38 will go down as one of the greatest Arsenal centre backs. He spent nine years at Tottenham before being the first high profile player to take advantage of the Bosman ruling and move to Arsenal. RB Nigel Winterburn: This Arsenal left back will go down in history along with Tony Adams, Martin Keown and Lee Dixon as one of the strongest Arsenal defensive lines in history.

As Steven Gerrard’s team-mate says he can play for another decade, which would make him 43, BILL EVANS, 20, picks his top team of golden oldies last five years. It finally looks like this season could be the one, but how much of that is due to their captain? Since the departure of Xabi Alonso Liverpool have lacked a player who can sit in midfield and control the play, Alonso gave Gerrard, Torres and co the freedom to attack with very little regard for defending. With Liverpool’s revamped team this season there is finally enough attacking options that Gerrard can play a much more defensive roll and pick and choose when

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RM Sir Stanley Mathews: Known as one of England’s greatest ever players. He is the only player to ever be knighted during his playing career. He was also the first player to win European player of the year and European Football writers association of the year. CM Bryan Robson: Perhaps the most unpopular from the golden oldies around Merseyside because of his long career with Manchester United. CM Gordon Strachan: Known more for his role

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he makes his attacking runs rather than running up and down all game. This new style of play seems to be suiting him and the team, and will definitely do his ageing legs the world of good. Gerrard has been carrying Liverpool for too long and a few seasons ago it looked as if it could have took its tole on him with a string of injury’s. Brendan Rodgers new fitness regime has given the Liverpool captain a new lease of life. Only time will tell how long he can last.

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as a right sided midfielder but we couldn’t leave him out, so we squeezed him into centre midfield. He played for Dundee, Aberdeen, Leeds, Manchester United and Coventry in a career that saw him rack up near 700 caps for club and country. LM Ryan Giggs: The Welshman who is still playing for Manchester United is the most decorated played in English history. ST Teddy Sheringham: Teddy played well into his 40’s and will always be remembered in the hearts of

English football fans for his equaliser and assist for the winner in the last few minutes of the 1999 Champion’s League final. ST Andy Gray: He is now best known as a pundit but was once a prolific Premier League striker. He scored 25 goals in his first season at newly promoted Vlla and won the Golden Boot of the 76/77 season. He then went on to score 29 the next season and win the Young Player of the Year Award and PFA Players Player of the Season. A feat surpassed by none other than the great Cristiano Ronaldo.




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