SB Rangers Email sent into OTS News from local junior football team SB Rangers. Myself and all the parents are very proud of this little Southport team SB Rangers, they played their little hearts out yesterday (Saturday 11 March) in their first away game in Liverpool against a brilliant team George’s juniors. We lost but hey ho next time. A massive thank you to Pete Munro and all his staff for all the hard work and patience. When the kids see this on this news site it will lift their spirits and go out and win the next game. Nick.…
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Photo: Police assisting with a drink driver in Ainsdale Drink driver arrested after crash on Ainsdale Beach Officers from Merseyside road policing unit pulled over a drunk driver in Ainsdale in the early hours of this morning (Friday 10 March 2017) The driver provided a sample of 62 in custody. Limit is 35. The officer quoted: “Assisting with a drink driver in Ainsdale who has also been found in possession of a controlled drug. #cellforone” Submit News Contact us with your community, business or sport news. Phone 07581350321 Email ots@otsnews.co.uk Facebook www.facebook.com/Otsnews-Southport-1575528676012039/ Twitter www.twitter.com/onthespot_news Breaking local news as it happens, searchable archives with photographs, the ability…
Photo: Dispersal order extended Southport town centre dispersal order extended Southport town centre dispersal order extended extended in order to combat tackle anti-social behaviour in Southport. Merseyside Police originally put a disposal order in place on Sunday 5th March crackdown until Wednesday. However, officers will now continue to enforce it until 7.30pm this Friday (March 10). https://www.otsnews.co.uk/police-issue-dispersal-zone-to-boot-out-yobs/ Submit News Contact us with your community, business or sport news. Phone 07581350321 Email ots@otsnews.co.uk Facebook www.facebook.com/Otsnews-Southport-1575528676012039/ Twitter www.twitter.com/onthespot_news Breaking local news as it happens, searchable archives with photographs, the ability to instantly comment on news articles – there are so many advantages to OTS (Onthespot) News. If you want your news…
Darren Price, 41, from Kirkby We are appealing for help to find a prisoner who has absconded from HMP Kirkham. Darren Price, 41, from Kirkby, went missing from the prison yesterday morning (Tuesday, March 7) where he is serving a 56 month sentence after he was convicted of conspiracy to steal in May 2015. He is described as white, with blue eyes with receding dark hair and speaks with a Liverpool accent. He has few upper teeth and a small scar on his left arm. He has links to the Lancashire and Liverpool areas. Enquiries to locate Darren Price are underway…
WATCH: Car ends up on its side after crash in Chucrhtown Police closed Manor road, Chuchtown, in both directions following an accident earlier this evening. The road was blocked between the box tree cafe and Botanic road as a result of the accident which happened at around 6:45pm this evening, Tuesday 7 March 2017. Two vehicles were involved. Witnesses at the scene told our reporter: “Occupants miraculous escaped with only minor injuries.” The road was closed in both directions whilst police carried out work and cleared the debris left from the crash. Submit News Contact us with your community, business or sport…
Southport team take on Monte Carlo rally challenge! Ryan Corteen is leading a Southport team driving through Europe for an event called the Monte Carlo or Bust Rally, which is when around 75 vehicles, each purchased for £500 or less, travel from the UK to Monte Carlo via Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany, Switzerland and Italy. The rally challenges entrants to source a car for less than £500 and take part in a variety of fun challenges along the way competing for points and prizes. The 3-day crusade will see the bangers visit some of Europe’s most exciting locations and experience…
Southport locals go bananas for monkey themed bingo evening Bingo players from across Southport are going bananas in anticipation for Mecca’s latest themed evening filled with monkeys, madness and money. As a certain ape bursts onto UK cinema screens this Friday, Mecca Southport will be holding their own Monkey Night event. During the evening, every customer will receive a free cuddly toy and one lucky local will be in with the chance to win £500. A grand prize of an all-expenses paid holiday to New York will also be up for grabs and if a Southport local is lucky enough…
Photo: Plex Moss Lane 4×4 ditched down Plex Moss Lane (Near Southport) A 4×4 unfortunately crashed into a ditch along Plex Moss Lane on Friday evening. A member of the public reported that the occupants escaped out of a rear window. Fortunately no one was reported injured. The vehicle still awaits recovery. Submit News Contact us with your community, business or sport news. Phone 07581350321 Email ots@otsnews.co.uk Facebook www.facebook.com/otsnews.co.uk Twitter www.twitter.com/onthespot_news Breaking local news as it happens, searchable archives with photographs, the ability to instantly comment on news articles – there are so many advantages to OTS (Onthespot) News. If you want your news read locally online then…
Photo: Marine Way Bridge closed following the incident (12:30pm) WATCH | Marine Way Bridge closed after man was struck by car The emergency services was called to the Marine Way Bridge, Southport at around 12pm this afternoon (Saturday 4th March 2017). Police arrived to find that a male had been struck by a vehicle traveling along the bridge. Witnesses told our reporter “A woman was assaulted by a male near to the pier. Following this assault he jumped in front of a car on the marine way bridge.” This information to be confirmed by the police later. The man was transferred to hospital…
Photo: RTC, Liverpool Road 8.15pm Two car collision Liverpool Road The emergency services was called Liverpool Road following a report of a collision shortly after 8pm this evening, Thursday 2 March. fortunatly occupants of both vehicles escaped without serious injury, however in shock.
Formby school wins good diabetes care award A school in Formby has received a special award that celebrates schools which provide great care and support to children and young people with Type 1 diabetes. Freshfield Primary School has won Diabetes UK’s Good Diabetes Care in School Awards a new recognition scheme introduced by the charity in September 2015 to raise the profile of schools across the UK that are providing good care and support to children and young people with Type 1 diabetes. The school was chosen by an assessment panel which included parents and representatives from Diabetes UK. It…
Photo: Abandoned Honda on Linaker Street A.V.I.S (Abandoned Vehicle In Southport) A blue Honda was abandoned on Linaker Street, Southport this afternoon, Tuesday 28 February 2017. A local resident told OTSNews.co.uk “It has abandoned in the middle of the road causing an obstruction to traffic! The Government website indicates that it is untaxed and no MOT – it shouldn’t be on the road! Submit News Contact us with your community, business or sport news. Phone 07581350321 Email ots@otsnews.co.uk Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Otsnews-Southport-1575528676012039/ Twitter www.twitter.com/onthespot_news Breaking local news as it happens, searchable archives with photographs, the ability to instantly comment on news articles – there are so many advantages to OTS (Onthespot) News. If you want your…
Photo: Ben Dobson one of our junior members presenting the cheque to Emma and Hayley at St Catherine’s Hospice. MG Club donate to local charities West Lancs MG Owners Club held there annual AGM back in January of this year and as usual we had our annual draw by the members to nominate four local charities for a £100 donation to a charity close to there heart – And the names that came out of the hat/ice bucket?? Below are our photo presentations to the said charities all of which thanked us and gave us well wishes for the kind donations along…
Storm Doris alert issued to drivers Drivers are being urged to be prepared before setting out on journeys tomorrow (Thursday 23 February) after Highways England issued a severe weather alert for the country’s major roads. An amber alert for gales will be in place across the North, Midlands and East between 6am and 6pm on Thursday in response to the strong winds and heavy rain forecast during Storm Doris. Gusts of up to 70 miles per hour are expected on some roads, along with heavy rain and surface water. There is a particularly high risk to high-sided vehicles, caravans and…
Give a toss about fire safety this Pancake Day Traditionally Shrove Tuesday marks the beginning of Lent, when many people throughout the country make pancakes before they begin a 40 day fast. But amidst all the fun of cooking up sweet treats take a moment to remember fire safety this Pancake Day. Accidental fires caused by cooking with oil or frying can be devastating, with a very high proportion of such fires resulting in injuries. Gary Oakford, Group Manager at Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service, said: “Making pancakes can be lots of fun for the whole family and they certainly can…
Photo: Taken from inside the train (credit Person hit by train at the Fisherman’s Path crossing was 42-year-old man The person hit by a train in Freshfields yesterday was a 42-year-old man, British Transport Police (BTP) confirmed. The man died at the scene and BTP have confirmed there were no suspicious circumstances. Officers were called to the scene, at the notorious Fisherman’s Crossing, at around 4.45pm. A BTP spokesperson said: “We were called to the line between Freshfield and Ainsdale to reports that a person had been struck by a train. Officers attended the incident at around 4.45pm. Paramedics also…
Photo: CID carry out enquires on Grundy Close (Tuesday 5pm) Forensic officers search Grundy Close gardens Police and forensic officers remain on Grundy Close in Southport. On Tuesday evening (21 February) forensics officers were searching through bins and gardens. Merseyside Police is appealing for witnesses after a woman was seriously injured in Southport on Saturday 18 February. Officers were called to Southport hospital at around 2.15am following a report that a woman had been taken to hospital with serious head injuries. Her condition is described as serious. Detectives have launched an investigation and are exploring witness, CCTV, house-to-house and forensic…
Photo: Virginia Street closed (Tuesday 21 February 2017) Virginia Street sink hole finally fixed after 3 years For years drivers were warned of a sink hole the bottom of a speed bump outside 7, Virginia Street, Southport. OTS News.co.uk received numerous complaint about vehicles being damaged. Sefton Council and Unitedly Utilities have finally decided to carry out a repair rather than filling the hole with tarmac. Local diversions remain in operation until the work is complete. https://www.otsnews.co.uk/virginia-street-sink-hole-stopped-from-becoming-flood-hole/ Submit News Contact us with your community, business or sport news. Phone 07581350321 Email ots@otsnews.co.uk Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Otsnews-Southport-1575528676012039/ Twitter www.twitter.com/onthespot_news Breaking local news as it happens, searchable archives with photographs, the…
Photo: Air ambulance 3.30pm Air Ambulance lands on Carr Lane recreation ground Air ambulance was this afternoon circulating above Southport and later landed on Carr Lane recreation ground (Monday 20 February 2o17). Witnesses at the scene reported that a young child was transferred from an ambulance into the air ambulance. OTS News.co.uk will have full report on Tuesday. Submit News Contact us with your community, business or sport news. Phone 07581350321 Email ots@otsnews.co.uk Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Otsnews-Southport-1575528676012039/ Twitter www.twitter.com/onthespot_news Breaking local news as it happens, searchable archives with photographs, the ability to instantly comment on news articles – there are so many advantages to OTS (Onthespot) News. If…
Photo: CID carry out enquires on Grundy Close Man bailed following attack that left Southport woman in hospital with serious head injuries. Merseyside Police is appealing for witnesses after a woman was seriously injured in Southport on Saturday 18 February. Officers were called to Southport hospital at around 2.15am following a report that a woman had been taken to hospital with serious head injuries. Her condition is described as serious. Detectives have launched an investigation and are exploring witness, CCTV, house-to-house and forensic enquiries. A house in Grundy Close has been preserved for forensic examination. A 46 year-old man was arrested…
New Music Release Southport based producer releases brand new song in number one dance record label! After collaborating with the mancunian Hip Hop artist ‘MC Tunes’ in the legendary Hacienda Records (Peter Hook’s own imprint), Ilias Koutromanos (also known as TtrueAR), the Greek producer based in Southport, returns with a new dance track ‘Fool’s Paradise’! Previous tracks of Ilias Koutromanos have been charted on Beatport for several weeks and he has previously been mentioned in the ‘Electronic Sound Magazine’ (London, UK) as “…a great representative of Greece’s vibrant electronic scene…” With his new track ‘Fool’s Paradise’, Ilias brings the summer…
Deep fat fryer fire causes Tesco evacuation A FIRE in a deep fat fryer caused Tesco in Town Lane, Southport to be evacuated this morning (Sunday 19 February 2017). Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service was called at about 9am after a fire broke out in the cafe situated on the first floor. Firefighters ensured the fire was out and staff and customers were allowed back in at around 9.40am. Staff told our reporter that the cafe will be closed for most of the morning. Submit News Contact us with your community, business or sport news. Phone 07581350321 Email ots@otsnews.co.uk Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Otsnews-Southport-1575528676012039/ Twitter www.twitter.com/onthespot_news Breaking local news as it…
Ryan Muldoon Merseyside Police is appealing for the public’s help to trace a 26- year-old man from Liverpool who is wanted on recall to prison. Ryan Muldoon, whose last known address was in Norris Green area, was released on licence in September 2016 after serving 10 months for harassment. Muldoon is wanted by officers after failing to comply with his licence release conditions and was recalled to prison on 8 September 2016. Extensive efforts have been made by the police to find him but he remains outstanding and officers are requesting the public’s help to find him. It is believed…
Photo: Police outside KFC Eastbank Street Frustrated pedestrians are wheeling blue after inconsiderate youths fail to move bikes out of their way – a vicious cycle which seemingly remains a huge issue. The ongoing issue is perhaps most prominent outside KFC restaurant on Eastbank Street, Southport where huge groups of young cyclists are known to gather – and they refuse to move out of the way for anyone walking along the road. In some instances frustrated pedestrians have even taken to grabbing the bikes and forcibly moving them – but this is a tactic not recommended as the youths can…
Photo: Swinging Bricks FRIDAY NIGHT – “SWINGING BRICKS” LIVE BAND ON STAGE Check out these amazing guys with their rock a billy rock n roll, very lively band with fantastic stage antics, totally not to be missed. The set includes old and new tunes with a rock a billy twist. https://www.facebook.com/events/1842924935994020/ SATURDAY NIGHT – LITTLE BLACK DOG” FULL LIVE BAND Back by very popular demand, playing a blend of classic rock and much more. These guys do the lot from powerful rock covers to those indie classics, one of the best bands on the circuit. You will not be disappointed https://www.facebook.com/events/1750834335236915/ The fox…
Back due to popular demand: the third North West Puddle Jumping Championship at Martin Mere. Dress up warm, get your wellies on and get outside to jump into our puddles to win prizes. This year WWT’s new children’s character, Dusty Duck is joining in the fun and helping kids create the biggest, craziest splash possible. Dusty was exclusively designed by the world-famous Aardman studios to help celebrate WWT’s 70th anniversary by getting children closer to nature. The puddles will be set up for you to practice and have fun in during the morning with the competition starting at 2pm. It…
Photo: Munchkins Zig Zag parker, 8:45pm Council driver avoids the straight and narrow in illegal zig zag parking row. Sefton bosses have proved they can zig zag around any issue after one of their staff was caught parking illegally outside a school. The catering van was spotted outside St Patrick’s Primary, Churchtown while delivering hot dinners for pupils. The fee for lunch food is already at a premium and there are no fears that any parking tickets the council get as a result of this rogue driver could see the fees rise even more! It’s believed they’ll rise so much…
Southport 2-1 Woking Louis Almond scored twice – including a late winner – as Southport came from behind to beat Woking 2-1 in the National League. Dennon Lewis put the Cards ahead, collecting the ball in the box to strike low and hard past Tyrell Belford in the 13th minute. But the lead did not last long as the hosts scored their first goal of the season to level six minutes later. Striker Almond was fouled inside the box and he picked himself up to send Michael Poke the wrong way from the penalty spot. The game looked to be…
Merseyside police were called to Chuchill Avenue this evening to reports of RTC, Wednesday 10 August. A witness at the scene told our reporter that three males left the scene after crashing at speed. Another resident said that the car travelling at around 80mph. The red Ford came to a holt in a residents garden. Police have now arrived at the scene 6.50pm OTSNews.co.uk will have an update if further information becomes available. Did you see anything or do you have any information on this incident? Please contact Merseyside Police by calling 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.…
Southport Labour Backs Corbyn Southport’s Labour Party has given its support to Jeremy Corbyn in the forthcoming leadership election. At the local party’s Annual General Meeting this week an emergency motion backing Mr Corbyn and criticising the behaviour of rebel MPs who have sought to undermine him was passed by an overwhelming majority. In a week in which Southport membership climbed to more than 700 members, the local party also warned rebel MPs and the party’s National Executive Committee that any attempt to keep Mr Corbyn off the ballot paper in a leadership election would be “undemocratic and illegitimate”. “Jeremy Corbyn is…