2025 has been a huge year for Liverpool and Merseyside, with the city welcoming major stars, Liverpool FC winning the Premier League and Everton FC saying farewell to Goodison.
As we prepare to head into 2026, we have taken a look back at some of the biggest events and news stories from the last year including moments which shook the city and tragedies we’ll never forget.
Take a look at 16 of the biggest news stories that impacted Liverpool this year, from the tragic loss of Diogo Jota and the Liverpool FC parade incident, to the opening of Everton’s new stadium and Radio 1’s Big Weekend.
13. Woolton Hall fire
Woolton Hall was devastated by a huge blaze. | Ryan Edgar
14. It snowed!
Liverpool saw snow pretty early into the new year. | Local TV
15. Liverpool mourned Diogo Jota
Liverpool mourned the tragic loss of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva. The brothers were both killed in a car accident as they were travelling to Santander, Spain to take a ferry back to England. Jota had been on his way to return to Liverpool for pre-season training by boat, having been advised against flying following recent minor surgery. Photo: Adam Davy
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16. The new Mersey Ferry was unveiled
The new Mersey Ferry was unveiled. | LDRS