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.GOOD news for elderly residents of Raven Court in Lymm, near Warrington. The development has received an injection of pounds 1m from Warrington Housing Association for an extensive refurbishment programme. Previously 19 dated bedsits and with sub-standard warden accommodation, the scheme is being transformed into 16 contemporary one and two spacious bedroom apartments finished to a high standard.

Growing Demand ; Good News for Investors with More Tenants for Buy-to-Let Properties

IT'S the news that many property investors have spent months waiting to hear - the buy-to-let market is showing major signs of stabilising. Statistics released this month by the Council of Mortgage Lenders revealed there were 21,600 new buy-to-let loans between May-August, meaning investors are returning to the market with confidence.

Calderstones, Pounds 365,000

ENJOYING an enviable location close to the amenities of Allerton Road, this superb semi-detached property is also situated within walking distance of Calderstones Park. Outside is a driveway and integrated garage to the front and gardens to the rear.

Old Swan, Pounds 215,000

THIS doublefronted semidetached property offers spacious accommodation. There are gardens to the front and rear, with offroad parking to the front.

Aigburth, Pounds 272,000

OCCUPYING an ideal location in the heart of a popular suburb, this attractive semidetached property offers well looked-after accommodation, ideal for a family. Inside, there is a reception hall, a good sized lounge with a feature bay window and decorative fireplace, a formal dining room and a fully fitted dining kitchen complete with a range of contemporary style units, matching work surfaces, integrated appliances and a feature breakfast bar.

Business Quarter, Pounds 125,000

SET in the heart of the Business Quarter within the Focus Building, this first floor apartment offers stylish and modern accommodation. Priced realistically for a quick sale, the apartment comprises an entrance hall with useful storage space and an open plan lounge and dining area complete with a patio door leading out to a stunning balcony.

City Centre, Pounds 184,950

SITUATED in the heart of the city centre on Colquitt Street, this two bedroom apartment forms part of an exclusive new development and is offered for sale with the benefit of no ongoing chain. There is an impressive communal entrance hall and inside the apartment itself, there is a stunning open plan lounge with double French doors leading to a splendid outside terrace area.

Play Your Part in Hunt for New Model Talent

HERE they are! Our Face of the ECHO 2009 competition attracted an avalanche of entries all hoping to scoop a once in a lifetime opportunity and be crowned the ECHO's own model king or queen. Now it's your turn to choose our finalists in the search for the city's next top model and whittle our hopefuls to a final 15.

The Power of the Market ; Echo

IT isn't only Liverpool city centre which is well-known for its busy and bustling nightlife. Many of our suburbs have also become hives of activity thanks to a growing number of bars and restaurants opening up.

I Don't Like Soppy Sex Scenes ; Sue Johnston On Getting Back Into Character and Why She Loves Waking the Dead ...

SUE JOHNSTON'S turn as Dr Grace Foley, the psychological profiler in Waking The Dead is a world away from the more downtrodden roles with which we often associate her. Just think Brookside's embattled Sheila Grant and the put-upon Barbara in The Royle Family. "Most actors are versatile but they don't often get the chance to show it. They get typecast and put in a box, so I've been really lucky to have the whole gamut," says the 65-year-old Warrington- born actress, speaking on the set of Waki...

Quick Quiz

Jacket Hate of Pet Floyd

A DOG which bit a postman escaped a death penalty when a court heard he has a phobia of fluorescent jackets. But Dean Roberts, the owner of springer spaniel Floyd, was told his pet could be put down if its actions mean it appears before the courts again.

Sgt Pepper's Bistro Back On Track

THE Sgt Pepper's Bistro at the heart of a proposed "Beatles district" can reopen after receiving planning permission for a first- floor extension. The former tram ticket office and public toilet, in Smithdown Place, Allerton, which is now empty, was given the go-ahead yesterday after the plans were redrawn following objections from residents.

Have Your Say at Date with Cops

RESIDENTS are invited to an event where they can quiz a top Merseyside police officer about issues in their area. Deputy chief constable Bernard Lawson will be in Knowsley on Monday September 7 for a community talk back event.

Anger After Asylum Home Gets Go-Ahead ; Police Among Many Objectors

CONTROVERSIAL plans to open an asylum-seekers' home in a Liverpool community were given the go-ahead despite objections from the police and the court service. Merseyside police took the rare step of objecting to a planning application after residents around Newsham Park, Fairfield, raised concerns about the effect of the scheme on their area.

Deaths

BRIAN 26, 2009. DUNNE MARGARET (Nee McDONALD) August 29, 2009 Aged 93 years (I was blessed to be by your side Mum, as I watched you go to rest, I shall hold my head up high, because my Mum was the very best. Your life was far from easy, there were heartaches you had to bear, but that never stopped you smiling, and giving all your love and care. At every special time in my life, you were there to help and guide, what will I do without you Mum, now you're not there by my side? My whole l i f e ...

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