BIN'S BEEN BUGGED: The Star’s informant displays the black disk, which she found attached to her green wheelie bin.

St Helens news

SAINTS WAIT ON SCULLY: Paul Sculthorpe

St Helens sport

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Star Joker
Feeling funny… well to celebrate next month’s big comedy gig in St Helens, The Star wants to hear our readers’ top jokes.

Mohammad Ashraful at Rainhill
Follow the Bangladeshi batsman's season at Rainhill Cricket Club.

Burchall's pies
Have you moved away from St Helens and miss the town's famous pies? Or do they bring back fond memories? Contact us with your thoughts and pie recipes.

Whalley's World
St Helens Star writer Alan Whalley looks at the town's rich history in his weekly column.

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Plus, search for gigs, days out and restaurants in Merseyside and Cheshire with Freetime.

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St Helens Star writer Alan Whalley guides you through the town's rich history in his weekly column.
Whalley's World

/ star pets

Local vet Dave Ashcroft gives advice and information on how to care for your pets.

/ letters

Readers' views on the latest issues affecting St Helens and your chance to email us your letter.
Letters

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Useful local links to other websites, including St Helens Council and the Citizens Advice Bureau.

/ spooky

Read about St Helens ghosts, past and present... if you're brave enough.

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