Bags of Christmas gifts are on their way to children and young people in Wirral, thanks to the generosity of residents and organisations from across the borough.
Some council areas will shut down, with others offering limited opening hours, over the festive period meaning that some services will be unavailable at that time
Hamilton Square Gardens and the Town Halls in Birkenhead and Wallasey will unite with landmarks across the globe, glowing orange from Saturday 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls.
Residents who are struggling with the rising cost of living are being urged to check out the support available through the latest round of the Household Support Fund.
Young people who are within, or have recently left, the care system in Wirral said thank you to that special someone who they feel has made a massive difference in their lives over this past year.