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‘Playboy’ Southport financial adviser at centre of £4.1m fraud must repay £1k

A “playboy” financial adviser who conned friends out of £4.1m only has to forfeit the money he had on him when he was arrested, a judge has ruled. Neil Bartlett, 54, who

19th June 2019

Love your lungs in Sefton

In recognition of Love your lungs week (June 17-23) local organisations are reminding residents of the support they have in Sefton to help with breathing conditions. As part of the week, NHS

18th June 2019

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Fruit and veg empire takes root in Birkdale with delicious deli

A fruit and veg business is growing and taking firm root in Southport by launching a brand new deli and coffee shop Stanley’s Fruit and Veg has been providing quality fruit, vegetables

18th June 2019

MP congratulates Parish Council for success of community cafe

MP Bill Esterson congratulated Lydiate Parish Council for its community cafe and other activities including a new community garden for growing vegetables to use in the cafe. The community cafe run

16th June 2019

Pensioners fury at bus service scrap fear

Pensioners in high park are heartbroken after Merseytravel announced they would lose their vital bus service. Under a proposed review the number 46a, a vital bus service which goes down Old Park

15th June 2019

Empty town centre buildings an eyesore say worried residents

The growing number of empty buildings in Southport is creating an eyesore say worried residents. One emailed OTS News to say “To start with Southport Market is totally in the wrong place.

15th June 2019

Woodlands Animal Sanctuary – Cancelled Open Day

Woodlands – Cancelled Open Day If you are a follower of Woodlands Animal Sanctuary you may be aware that they cancelled their second open day of the year due to the great

15th June 2019

Southport young musician competition deadline extended

If you’re a young person who can sing or play a musical instrument why not enter the Southport Young Musician of the Year competition? Students between the ages of 8 and 18

14th June 2019

Thief caught on camera in Hillside burglary spree

A suspected burglar is operating in Hillside. One resident reported how they were burgled in broad daylight earlier this afternoon saying that other witnesses had noticed the thief clearly casing empty houses

14th June 2019

Internationally acclaimed American choir comes to Southport thanks to The Salvation Army

A world renowned American choir is set to visit Southport on its inaugural tour of England. The Gary Bonner Singers from Los Angeles, who have performed at three Christmas concerts at The

14th June 2019

Southport Lifeboat become first Independent Lifeboat in country to be awarded Probationary Declared Facility Status

The Trustee Directors of the Southport Offshore Rescue Trust are delighted to have become the first Independent Rescue Boat Organisation to be recognised by the UK Coastguard as a Probationary Declared Facility

14th June 2019

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital information event

Join us at Ainsdale Medical Centre on Thursday 4th July, 6pm and hear more about Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital and how we put patients and their families at the centre of

14th June 2019

WATCH: Teenager Tia hits the right notes on Mighty Radio

Teenage singer/songwriter Tia Morris is fast building an excellent reputation for her original songs, some of which she performed on this week’s edition of Mighty Radio’s Live Sounds show. The Tuesday night

14th June 2019

MP calls on fast-fashion chain to prove its ethical credentials

Shadow Business Minister Bill Esterson MP has called on fashion retailer Boohoo to prove its ethical trading credentials by giving its workers “a voice” through trade union recognition. The Union of Shop,

14th June 2019

How Pensioners Can Increase Their Retirement Funds

Many individuals are concerned about how to look after themselves and their family when they hit retirement. However, saving for retirement does not have to be difficult if you start early and

13th June 2019

Ince Blundell bus changes “unacceptable”, says MP

Sefton Central MP Bill Esterson has described proposals to stop a bus route from serving Ince Blundell village as “totally unacceptable” and “potentially dangerous”. Arriva North West is consulting on plans to

13th June 2019

Brenda shortlisted for Merseyside Women of the Year Awards.

An inspirational woman from Southport has reached the finals of the 2019 Merseyside Women of the Year Awards. Brenda Porter, from Ainsdale, is in the final 26 of the prestigious awards, which

13th June 2019

Aiming to walk 1 million steps to raise money for diabetes charity

To mark National Diabetes Week this year (10-16 June), staff in Lancashire Care NHS Foundation Trust’s Diabetes Service aim to walk at least 10,000 steps a day to raise money for Diabetes

13th June 2019

Thousands receive life-saving trauma care since creation of new service

Health professionals who care for some of the most seriously injured patients in Cheshire and Merseyside are celebrating the seventh anniversary of their specialist life-saving service this week (13th June 2019). Since

13th June 2019

Take a breather from smoking during Breathe Easy Week

Breathe Easy Week is an annual awareness event organised by the British Lung Foundation that focuses on lung health; the Quit Squad is supporting the campaign by raising awareness of the impact

13th June 2019

Special Feature: Why The Quiet Life Now Suits Southport

By Sam Elliott We all remember this time last year. The World Cup was about to start, the sun was shining and we didn’t yet know exactly what joy those next few

13th June 2019

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Sefton invests £320k to keep borough’s communities safe from crime

Sefton Council continues to help keep communities across the borough safe from crime and anti-social behaviour, a recent report has revealed. Throughout the past twelve months, Sefton’s Safer Communities Partnership (SSCP) have

13th June 2019

Fundamental is back at the Botanic Gardens

Fundamental is back at the Botanic Gardens on Saturday 22nd June. The Settle Inn will host the unique game show which is fun for all the family. Fundamental is a fun

13th June 2019

34 years in prison for duo caught supplying cocaine

Two men have been jailed following an investigation by the joint NCA and Met Police Organised Crime Partnership (OCP). Officers observed Dean Melody, 46, from Hertfordshire, and Arthur Boxall, 52, from Essex,

12th June 2019

Girlguiding in Birkdale needs you!

Girl Guides Birkdale District is looking for adults over the age of 18 to run Rainbows (age 5-7), Brownies (age 7-10) and Guides (age 10-14). If you live in the Southport area

12th June 2019

Look after your own health and those of your children on Father’s Day

While giving up smoking is a personal decision and one that only a smoker can make, life changes such as having a family can influence this. The Quit Squad are here to

12th June 2019

Cleaners trip town centre bank alarm

A anti theft alarm has been triggered at a town centre bank filling it with acrid smoke. The Barclays Southport branch on Lord Street was evacuated this morning, not for the first

12th June 2019

Full steam ahead at Ainsdale Railway Police Station

It’s full steam ahead for Sefton’s second Community Police Station as it officially opened its doors in Ainsdale Railway Station last week. Above: Haydn Preece Former Ainsdale Councillor Haydn Preece reflected: “Sometimes

11th June 2019

Bungling burglars arrested inside Southport bar

UPDATE Following a burglary at a public house in Southport, Police have charged 2 males with burglary and possession of a bladed article. The males are: Leon Shaw aged 45 of Scarisbrick

11th June 2019

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Pleasureland gives emergency services the blue light for fun

£50 worth of ride tokens for just £10 Emergency services staff will have their own celebration day at Southport Pleasureland this year as the park recognises their dedication and hard work with

11th June 2019