Liverpool echo news today
Here are the latest news headlines from the Liverpool Echo:
Top Stories
- Liverpool FC News: Jurgen Klopp's side are set to face off against Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-finals, with the Reds looking to make it to the final for the first time since 2012.
- Merseyside Police: A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 16-year-old boy was stabbed to death in Toxteth on Saturday night.
- Liverpool City Council: The council has announced plans to introduce a new "smart" bin system to help reduce litter and improve recycling rates in the city.
Local News
- Wirral: A major road closure is in place on the M53 motorway after a lorry overturned and spilled its load of concrete blocks.
- Sefton: A new community centre is set to be built in Bootle after a £1.5m funding boost from the government.
- Knowsley: A 12-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire broke out at a house in Huyton on Sunday morning.
Sport
- Liverpool FC: The Reds are set to face off against Manchester City in the Premier League on Sunday, with the team looking to bounce back from their defeat to Chelsea in the FA Cup.
- Everton FC: The Toffees are set to face off against Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday, with the team looking to build on their win over Manchester United last weekend.
- Rugby League: The Wigan Warriors are set to face off against the Warrington Wolves in the Super League on Friday night, with the team looking to build on their win over the Leeds Rhinos last weekend.
What's On
- Liverpool Music: The Liverpool Music Awards are set to take place at the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall on Friday night, with a host of local musicians set to perform.
- Liverpool Comedy: The Liverpool Comedy Festival is set to take place at various venues across the city from April 1-30, with a host of local comedians set to perform.
- Liverpool Theatre: The Liverpool Playhouse is set to host a production of the hit musical "The Full Monty" from April 1-24.
These are just a few of the latest news headlines from the Liverpool Echo. You can find more news and updates on the Liverpool Echo website.