Daily news bulletin: River of Light returns, rat problem in Knowsley

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💡 After its latest instalment attracted around 150,000 people, River of Light returns later in the year.

The theme of ‘Unexpected Twist’ will be a nod to the World Gymnastics Championships, which will be taking place in the city at the same time.

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🐀 Residents in Page Moss and Huyton have reported ongoing problems with rats in the area.

Knowsley Council said on their website that residents experiencing problems with rats can contact the environmental health department for help.

A mum said the rat problem in Page Moss are out of control after her daughter was woken up by a rat chewing through her bedroom carpet.

She said: “My daughter heard a noise in her boiler cupboard, which is in her bedroom. I checked the cupboard and her carpet had been eaten.”

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🍵 A student who said drinking was seriously affecting her life founded a group that brings together non-drinking students and puts on regular alcohol-free events for those looking to avoid booze.

Charlie Martina is president of the University of Liverpool's Sober Society, which currently has around 60 members.

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