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Labour’s selective memory over Southport health services

Labour is today widely seen as attempting to look good in Southport after they took away our Children’s A&E and Maternity services in 2003. Back then Labour was highly unpopular with local

1st August 2019

CCTV stills issued as concerns grow for missing Peter Kerevan

POLICE have issued CCTV stills of missing 76-year-old Peter Kerevan as concerns grow for him. Peter, who is from the Aintree area, was last seen at home at around 8.30am on Monday

1st August 2019

Voyage Of Pirate Fun Hits Central 12 Southport

On Saturday 3rd August, families of Southport will walk plank into an array of free pirate themed activities and storytelling sessions as a 12ft long pirate ship harbours its way into Central 12

1st August 2019

What is a clean break clause and why do divorcing couples need it?

The family of divorcees could lose their entire inheritance to their relative’s former spouse as a result of just one error in the divorce papers, a leading solicitor has claimed. Paul Hunt,

1st August 2019

Reduce your reliance on plastic by supporting your local Dairy

Have you been thinking about the environment? Wanting to reduce your reliance on plastic? Thinking about support local farmers and businesses? Do you wonder if there’s milk for your morning coffee? Then

1st August 2019

Jeremy Corbyn’s “soft spot” for Southport sees him keen to restore the town’s fortunes

Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has met with Southport business leaders to discuss how best to regenerate the town before then going walkabout along Lord St. The politician was joined by Labour’s

31st July 2019

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Council need to take a leaf out of Tenby’s book

Southport residents say they can’t believe the cleanliness of other towns compared to the resort. One man contacted OTS to say his family have recently returned from a trip to Pembrokeshire and

31st July 2019

Reviewing Officer Audrey celebrates 40 years at Sefton Council – and counting!

A Reviewing Officer from Sefton Council’s Adult Social Care team is celebrating after spending 40 years working for Sefton Council – and plans to continue until her retirement. Audrey Forkings, 56, began

31st July 2019

Freshfields Animal Rescue launch appeal to help funding ‘crisis’

Freshfields Animal Rescue Centre in Sefton is facing a funding crisis, which they say is threatening their mission to rescue and rehome abused, neglected and unwanted animals. Due to the never-ending stream

31st July 2019

Southport FC Pitch | Ground Open TOMORROW

The ground will be open between and 12pm and 1pm on Wednesday this week for supporters to view the latest progress with the new pitch. Please note the change of day from

30th July 2019

UPDATE | Murder investigation underway following discovery of woman’s body in Ainsdale

POLICE are investigating following the discovery of a woman’s body in Ainsdale today (Tuesday 30 July 2019). Officers attended a house in Kenilworth Road following reports of concern for the safety

30th July 2019

What every SME should know about personal guarantees

Start-ups and SMEs looking for sources of funding need to think carefully before signing personal guarantees, according to a leading corporate lawyer. James Pressley, Corporate and Commercial solicitor from Kirwans law firm,

30th July 2019

Corbyn spotted in Southport ahead of fracking protest

Jeremy Corbyn has been spotted in Southport town centre today, Tuesday 3o July 2019. The Labour leader met with Remedy business owners Sarah Simcock And Susannah Porter as well as members of

30th July 2019

Police presence on Ainsdale Road as forensic officers spotted searching a garden – updates

POLICE can confirm officers are currently in attendance at a house in Kenilworth Road, Ainsdale, following reports of concern for the safety of a 88 year-old woman. Officers were called at 7.20pm

30th July 2019

Southport Bridge Club Open Day, Saturday 3rd August

Southport Bridge Club (Albert Road) are having an Open Day on Saturday 3rd August 11am to 2pm. All ages and abilities welcome from absolute beginners through intermediates to advanced players New beginner’s

30th July 2019

Southport 24 Hour A&E unit marked for closure

NHS Southport and Formby makes good progress in annual assessment

NHS Southport and Formby Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is amongst the best performing in the country in a number of its key areas of work, according to the latest assessment by health

30th July 2019

Southport FC Stadium Tours

Southport Football Club are delighted to offer tours of the ground and history talks about the club in a range of packages. Because of ongoing work at the club the full ground

30th July 2019

Join the Global Big Latch On!

Where: Lakeside Church, Fairway, Southport, PR9 0LA Ormskirk Guide Hut, Green Lane, Ormskirk, L39 1QR When: Friday August 2 2018 1030 at Southport – please arrive early 0930 – 1130 at Ormskirk More

29th July 2019

Summer Holiday Safety Advice

Another period of very hot weather is upon us. Last summer, we were blessed with hot weather over a few weekends and, whilst many of us had a great time, the beaches

29th July 2019

7 Ways to Make That Promotion a Reality

While one-third of British employees would stay at a job for five years without a promotion, the widely shared expectation is to get promoted within shorter periods. Granted, there are many factors

29th July 2019

Bill & Bob: The Anfield Revolutionaries takes to the stage at The Atkinson

The compelling story of how Bill Shankly and Bob Paisley joined forces to transform Liverpool FC and English football is coming comes to Southport later this year. Renowned Southport journalist and radio

29th July 2019

Liverpool leads the way in training future surgeons

Aintree University Hospital in Liverpool is providing junior surgeons with innovative training that will enhance the care they are able to provide for cancer and major trauma patients. A group of 45

29th July 2019

Meeting demanded over “weak” Network Rail response to Southport safety crossing concerns.

Labour campaigners say that Network Rail’s response to concerns over a Southport train crossing branded “dangerous” by local residents is troubling in its lack of detail. The crossing, at Crescent Road

29th July 2019

Sefton Council leave grey bins uncollected at hottest time of year

Last week saw some of the hottest temperatures yet Sefton Council failed to pick up grey bins in parts of Ainsdale. One annoyed homeowner told OTS News: “It was so hot last

28th July 2019

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Animal rights groups call for air rifle crackdown

Animal rights officials are calling for the mandatory licensing of air guns in a bid to better protect animals. National figures just revealed by the charity show how there was 767 calls

28th July 2019

Witnesses wanted as Police investigate serious collision on Albert Road

Police say Albert Road will remain closed for a number of hours after a serious incident early this morning. Officers are investigating what they have called a ‘serious incident’ after a collision

27th July 2019

Towndrow brings Golf EuroPro Trophy back to Southport

OTS News is pleased to announce that Sean Towndrow of Southport and Ainsdale Golf Club, picked up his first Tour Win today on the EuroPro Tour. Sean finished 14 under par after

26th July 2019

Pensioner in confused 999 call over rooftop sunbather

The fire service have brushed off concerns from a worried pensioner after they phoned 999 to day a man was trapped on a Lord Street roof. A source at the emergency line

26th July 2019

Scottish Power to close Derby Road for vital energy works

In order to carry out these works, contractors need to close the southbound section of Derby Road between Miller’s Bridge and Bankhall Street is set to be closed with diversions in place

26th July 2019

Water Safety Forum warns of open water dangers

Merseyside Water Safety Forum (MWSF)is urging people to take extra care on the River Mersey, around the Mersey coastline and around inland water across the areasuch as canals, ponds, dams and quarries

26th July 2019