Wirral Council prosecuted Robert New for breaching equality legislation.
Birkenhead Market's move to a former TJ Hughes site divided traders' opinions.
The Wirral estate has problems with litter, broken streetlights and overflowing bins, locals say.
Maggie's Fest was due to take place on Saturday, but bosses say it will return bigger and better.
Wirral Council leader Paula Basnett responds to concerns over the early release of the man who helped hide the gun used to kill Elle Edwards.
The traffic calming measures led to ridicule after being compared to the cheesy corn puff snack.
Councillors unanimously back a motion seeking an apology in parliament for the historical practice.
Some traders say they "can't wait" to move, while others say they are "absolutely disgusted".
Wirral councillors chose a less expensive option for part of New Ferry's regeneration.
