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Over 1,000 Southport residents sign Children’s A&E Petition launched by local MP within first week

Damien Moore MP has announced that his Children’s A&E petition, launched in September, was signed by “well over a thousand” of his Southport constituents within the first week. The petition calls for

30th November 2022

Mayor of Sefton launches 2022 Christmas Toy Appeal

The Mayor of Sefton, Cllr Clare Louise Carragher, has today (Monday 21 November) launched the borough’s annual Christmas Toy Appeal. Each year thousands of kind-hearted Sefton residents, council staff, partners and community

23rd November 2022

Dozens of jobs on offer as Social Care Jobs Fair takes place in Southport

Are you interested in learning more about a fulfilling new career? People are being invited to call into a Social Care Jobs Fair taking place in Southport this September. Representatives from six

23rd September 2022

Spinal injuries team welcomes Horatio’s Garden cyclists

The North West Regional Spinal Injuries Centre was delighted to welcome Horatio’s Garden to its specialist rehabilitation centre as part of a gruelling charity cycle challenge. Based at Southport and Formby District

1st August 2022

Love Parks Week is here, the perfect time to celebrate local parks

Running Friday 29th July to Friday 5th August, Love Parks Week is a chance to visit and appreciate the many wonderful parks we have here in Sefton. Across the Borough there are

1st August 2022

Friends of Rotten Row awarded coveted Green Flag Community Award

In a record-breaking year Friends of Rotten Row is raising its prestigious Green Flag Community Award Friends of Rotten Row are celebrating after receiving a Green Flag Community Award for one of 2208

1st August 2022

Researchers launch innovative exhibition in Southport to celebrate Natural England’s 70th Anniversary

An interactive new art exhibition curated by researchers from Edge Hill University is travelling to nature reserves across the North West to mark Natural England’s 70th birthday. The From the Land to

1st August 2022

Jobs on offer at The Grand

The Grand in Southport is inviting talented people to join this exciting new business, and enjoy some of the best training in the region. The beautiful Grade II Listed building on Lord

8th July 2022

Grand confirms opening date of Friday 15 July

The much-anticipated opening date for The Grand on Lord Street has now been confirmed with bookings now being taken for opening weekend. The Grand Brasserie and Chloe’s Piano Bar will be the

30th June 2022

New chair announced for Maternity Voices Partnership in Sefton and Ormskirk

New and soon to be parents and carers have a new champion to give their views and experiences of maternity services to for Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust. Abi Cattlin, 30,

27th June 2022

Southport residents wanted to take part in new Channel 5 antiques show with Paul Martin

Brand new TV series, THE GREAT AUCTION SHOWDOWN is filming with one of the UK’s favourite auctioneers, Paul Martin, this summer and is looking for people in Southport to take part.

27th June 2022

Sefton reminds residents of Cost of Living support available

Residents being impacted by the rising cost of living crisis are being reminded of support available to them via the Sefton Support Hub, a one stop digital notebook of helpful services and

27th June 2022

Anyone for Tennis?

North Meols Lawn Tennis Club, which is situated in Mill Lane Crescent, Churchtown PR9 7PF is hosting an Open Afternoon this Sunday 3rd July from 2pm. – 4pm. Everyone is welcome, from

27th June 2022

Far Away Land Festival taking place in Victoria Park this weekend!

Victoria Park in Southport will be transformed into a magical fairytale village as the Far Away Land family festival rolls into town! The event takes place on Saturday, 2nd July 2022 and

27th June 2022

National award for Southport nine-year-old autism app developer

A Southport nine-year-old who has developed an app to help his autistic brother has been celebrated at a star-studded awards ceremony hosted by Eamonn Holmes. Sean Porter wrote the app for his

27th June 2022

Splash World Southport edges closer to 2022 reopening

Splash World in Southport has taken an exciting step closer to reopening after Sefton Council’s Cabinet today approved an additional £270,000 towards essential repair works. The popular all weather indoor water park,

27th June 2022

Alzheimer’s Society organises ‘pop-up’ Memory Café for people with dementia in Southport tomorrow

A ‘pop-up’ Memory Café for people living with dementia is being organised by Alzheimer’s Society at the Botanic Gardens Café on Tuesday June 28 from 10am to 12.30pm. The café will

27th June 2022

Merseyside Transport Trust Annual Open Day Event – Sunday 31st July 2022

The Merseyside Transport Trust (MTT) will be holding its Annual Open Day event on Sunday 31st July to raise funds for the upkeep of its fleet of over 50 historic vehicles.

27th June 2022

Volunteering helps green-fingered Edge Hill student pursue career in conservation

Volunteering was crucial to honing skills allowing an Edge Hill University graduate to pursue his dream career in conservation. Arran Heap, 23, from Blackpool, spent hundreds of hours volunteering at Gorse Hill

3rd June 2022

Would-be volunteers invited to Open Hour events

Sefton residents interested in volunteering are being invited to two special events in the borough this month (June) to tie in with Volunteers’ Week 2022. Volunteer Centre Sefton – part of Sefton CVS – is holding the

3rd June 2022

Woodlands fundraiser prepares for Everest climb

If you are a regular follower of Woodlands Animal Sanctuary you may have heard that one of their supporters is planning the mammoth challenge of trekking to Mt. Everest Base Camp, and

3rd June 2022

Princess Diana replica wedding dress designer joins campaign to Fly The Flag For Queenscourt

The genius who created a stunning replica of the world’s most iconic wedding dress for a special exhibition in Southport is joining the campaign urging people to ‘Fly The Flag For Queenscourt’.

3rd June 2022

The Salvation Army in Southport is appealing for volunteers

A church and charity is appealing for more volunteers to enable it to continue to provide support on a daily basis to the Southport community. The Salvation Army in Southport, located on

3rd June 2022

Transgender teen hosts Queer Prom for LGBTQ+ young people who missed out

A transgender teenager in Lancashire has hosted a trailblazing event for queer students who missed out on their high school prom experience. On Thursday 26 May, Edge Hill Students’ Union held its

3rd June 2022

Types of Slot Machines: Understanding Different Gambling Machines

Walking through casino halls and observing rows upon rows of slot machines that hypnotize players makes for an impressive sight. The same visual atmosphere is not present in an online casino, yet

15th May 2022

Understanding The Potential Role Of Portable Solar Panels

Introduction One of the best innovations that have happened to the world is the invention of ways of turning natural sources of energy into electrical energy. But unfortunately, while fossil fuels

6th May 2022

How Does Gamification Influence Customer Behavior?

Ways Gamification Influences Customer Behavior Does it feel like your entire life has been turned into a game? This is not some kind of accident. Companies have been using a tactic known

28th April 2022

Southport Artists For Ukraine raises £4,333 for victims of war

The Southport Artists For Ukraine event has raised over £4,000 for victims of the war in Ukraine. The event took place at Southport Market over four days from 7th-10th April and has

22nd April 2022

VPNs are Great, but there are Disadvantages Too

The Truth About VPNs | The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly VPNs create a secure and anonymous connection between two or more devices. People can then use this tunnel to encrypt and

17th March 2022

Southport FC fans treated to free tickets thanks to National Lottery campaign

Southport supporters are being given the chance to watch the Yellows for free as a thank you for the over £12.5 million of National Lottery funding which helped community clubs survive when

25th February 2022