The Latest Breaking News from Merseyside

See how many villages you can identify from the air

People across Merseyside have been devastated by a series of house fires

There are fears Merseyside could lose its squirrels "very quickly" if vital funds are not raised

Families can enjoy some half-term entertainment as the popular pantomime comes to St Helens

These are the criminals from our region who were locked up over the past seven days

Nigel Clough's clever brand of forward play looked made to measure for Liverpool but, after making a blistering start following his arrival from Nottingham Forest, his time on Merseyside soon turned sour despite playing a memorable role in one of the Spion Kop's last great nights

There's a lot to think about for those looking to get on the property ladder

Only two areas in Merseyside received government cash

Our Liverpool is the ECHO's new feature that takes a closer look at talking points on Merseyside