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Steve Graves
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Executive editor digital, Liverpool Echo
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I’ve been frustrated to see so much of the ongoing story about asylum seekers and the protests against them covered without hearing from those seeking asylum and now being met with hostility and hatred

I set out to speak to those directly affected to find out about the impact this is having 👇
We escaped war and torture but now we feel unsafe in Britain
Special report: Amid protests and rising aggression towards asylum seekers across the country, we spoke to those being targeted
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September 7, 2025 at 6:49 AM
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It was amazing to speak to Jodie Comer in her first ever interview with @liverpoolecho.co.uk. The superstar Scouser spoke about #28YearsLater, how her Liverpool roots helped charm Hollywood and why she'd still rather see Everton lift the league over her winning an Oscar
Jodie Comer's Liverpool wish as she says what she misses about home
Jodie Comer spoke about 28 Years Later and how she has been shaped by her Liverpool upbringing in her first ever interview with the ECHO
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June 20, 2025 at 7:32 AM
Employed a combination of guesswork and wishful thinking to come up with a possible setlist for tonight www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/whats-on/wha...
Bruce Springsteen predicted setlist ahead of first Anfield show
The Boss is expected to perform a setlist of hits from throughout his decades-long career as he takes to the stage at Anfield
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June 4, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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Unmarked grave of the 'luckiest' man on Titanic found

Thomas Patrick Dillon, from Liverpool, was working on the famous ship when it struck an iceberg

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May 21, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Liverpool are the champions of England
April 27, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Lots of job ads talk about rare opportunities, but this is one - I've never enjoyed any job more than being a content editor so if it sounds like you please get in touch jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ReachPlc/744...
Content Editor - Liverpool Echo
Company Description: We are looking for a Content Editor to join the Liverpool Echo. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Content Editor looking for a new challenge or a senior reporter ...
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April 16, 2025 at 9:35 AM
Easy to forget what Salah staying means beyond football. A life-affirming piece from Paul McAuley www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
'We managed to keep our Pharaoh on his seat and in Liverpool'
Muslim Liverpool FC fans in the city told the ECHO Mo Salah's contract signing has brought the community "light" after recent "dark times"
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April 11, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Very proud to be a part of this team www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
Liverpool ECHO named regional daily news brand of the year
The ECHO won three awards in total at the 2025 ceremony
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March 14, 2025 at 8:22 AM
2013 was another country. I'm not sure what the era from now to then is called, but it's the end of it
Almost Famous confirms closure in 'tearful eyes' statement
A statement was issued today explaining a number of reasons for the sudden closure
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January 27, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Such sad news. Alex was an inspiration to so many and his mum Sue is one of the loveliest people I've had the pleasure of speaking to as an ECHO reporter. Thoughts with the whole family and everyone who knew Alex www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
Tributes paid to Alex Connerty who has died aged 19
Alex, from Maghull, was a disability activist who taught the world about primordial dwarfism
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January 16, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Very sad news breaking this evening www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/showbiz...
Tributes flood in after The Vivienne dies aged 32
The tragic news was announced by the drag queen's publicist, Simon Jones
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January 5, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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It's been amazing to cover celebrity and entertainment news for @liverpoolecho.co.uk in 2024. Heres a round up of some of my favourite moments over the past 12 months youtu.be/g7VqX4lhtDc?...
Funny celebrity interview moments in 2024
YouTube video by Liverpool ECHO
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December 31, 2024 at 3:56 PM
I was at Paul McCartney's second night at Co-Op Live last night, and a special moment among many stayed with me www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/whats-on/rev...
Paul McCartney tells audience 'you got me' as he halts show
An unplanned moment brought Paul McCartney and the crowd together on his second night at Co-Op Live in Manchester on the Got Back tour
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December 16, 2024 at 11:01 AM
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BREAKING: Merseyside Derby called off due to Storm Darragh
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Everton vs Liverpool called off as Storm Darragh batters Merseyside
The final derby at Goodison Park has been postponed due to inclement weather
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December 7, 2024 at 8:44 AM
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Weather permitting, Goodison will host its final league derby today.

I spoke to the characters who make a matchday so special about their memories of the wonderful old ground and their feelings about the club moving on
'Gut-wrenching' farewell as Everton's 'bear pit' takes last stand
Goodison Park has been Everton's home since 1892 but today will likely see the famous ground host its final Merseyside derby
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December 7, 2024 at 7:49 AM
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Pretty staggering details in this story. A near-two year trial, 50 tonnes of drugs smuggled into the country - the weight of 30 family cars, 40 tonnes of onions a week to mask the scent of narcotics and up to £7bn in possible earnings.

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Downfall of 'the big fella' and his 18-strong onion gang
"They thought they could hide...they were wrong."
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December 2, 2024 at 9:21 PM
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Really enjoyed Disney's new "Beatles '64" documentary.

Amazing archive footage of the band is matched with moving modern day interviews and it really does capture how they changed pop culture forever

My ⭐⭐⭐⭐ review here ⬇️
The Beatles fans in tears as Paul shares moments life changed
Disney+ documentary "Beatles '64" shows the band greeted by legions of screaming and crying fans as they arrived in America
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November 27, 2024 at 9:06 AM
A major road in Liverpool is cordoned off this evening - we have updates from the scene www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
Live updates as police cordon off major road after 'serious incident'
The road is currently closed in both directions
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November 26, 2024 at 8:44 PM
A shame it came after we moved across the park but the little parade on Dovedale is great. Laura's deli's tinned fish and posh Spanish crisps game really strong
November 24, 2024 at 10:01 AM
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BREAKING: Police have closed a section of Lime Street after a Stagecoach bus has crashed into the back of an Arriva bus

Updates from @benhaslm.bsky.social

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Lime Street closed due to crash involving two buses - live updates
A Stagecoach bus has crashed into the back of an Arriva bus outside the Empire Theatre in Liverpool city centre
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November 23, 2024 at 11:44 AM
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On the streets of Liverpool, there is a humanitarian crisis

A perfect storm of problems means more and more people are finding themselves homeless & sleeping rough & it’s getting worse - it’s a situation playing out across the country

A difficult 🧵 on what I’ve found reporting on this situation
November 23, 2024 at 6:29 AM
Three people were arrested after a woman was found dead. @oliviawilliams29.bsky.social and @benhaslm.bsky.social with what we know so far
Three murder arrests after woman, 68, found dead
Two men and a woman were arrested on suspicion of murder
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November 22, 2024 at 11:51 AM
This is a great opportunity if you've ever wanted to be a journalist but worry you don’t have the right experience or qualifications www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
Make a difference in your community by training to be a reporter
There is an opportunity for a trainee community reporter to come and join our team as part of the NCTJ’s Community News Project
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November 20, 2024 at 4:30 PM