Alzheimer’s Society event in Southport next week
Become a Side by Side volunteer and make a real difference to a person living with dementia. A pioneering initiative aimed at improving the lives of people living with dementia is seeking
Cancer charity calling on Southport cyclists to saddle up for the return of 300-mile challenge
North West Cancer Research is searching for cycling enthusiasts or people looking for a fitness challenge to sign up to its Cycle of Hope to support life-saving cancer research in Liverpool. Now
TEAM MEMBERS AT UNIQUE SOUTHPORT GARDENC ENTRE RECOGNISED FOR ‘GREEN’ ACHIEVEMENTS
People who attend a unique garden centre in Southport run by adult social care provider New Directions with the help of team members with support needs have been honoured for their ‘green’
Moe cops to patrol Southport Town Centre
Police will have more feet on the beat after plans were unveiled to recruit 80 new officers – the first time this has happened in nine years. By increasing the police precept
history lovers wanted to restore Birkdale civic society
A relaunch meeting is to be held to organise the ‘relaunch’ of Birkdale Civic Society on Wednesday (March 6). The meeting will be held at Birkdale Conservative Club on Liverpool Road at
MP slammed for Falklands jaunt as Southport suffers
While Southport residents are being hit by a massive council tax rise, the town’s MP was nowhere to be seen. Damien Moore, whose opposition call him the invisible man, was actually thousands
Youngsters viciously attacked in Ainsdale
Police are hunting two young men after a vicious assault and robbery in Ainsdale. A young boy and his friend were viciously attacked by two young men on Liverpool road yesterday. in
Hunt to find £1million lottery winner in Southport
A southport lotto ticket holder is sitting on £1million and they don’t even know about it. National Lottery players in Southport are being urged to check and double-check their tickets to see
Major Rail Disruption After Person Killed By Train
Due to a person being struck by a train in the Freshfield area, services on the Southport line are suspended. Buses have been requested, more information will be announced once available.
Sefton council RAISES your council tax AGAIN
Council Tax for services provided by Sefton Council will increase by 2.99% to fund the unprecedented demand on Children’s Social Care, protecting our vulnerable older people, and being able to continue to
Have your say on Sefton health policies review
Sefton residents are being asked for views about a number of local health policies, being reviewed to make sure NHS resources are used on the most effective treatments. NHS South Sefton (CCG)
Town Lane shuts for roadworks
Drivers should avoid Town Lane next month as it shuts for roadworks. The knock in effect will cause big tailbacks on Kew Roundabout. The council say diversions are in place to ensure
MPs to receive above-inflation 2.7 percent pay rise
As Parliament descends into pandemonium, amidst backbiting over Brexit (and the Universal Credit fiasco), the salaries of our MPs are due to rise by more than £2,000 from April next year. This
McDonalds Kew now deliver to your door!
Fast food lovers are rejoicing after Mcdonalds Kew announced they will start delivering to homes. Only available on Uber Eats the service will now send out piping hot Mcdonalds to thousands of
Dog walker fined for not microchipping Jack Russell
A dog owner has been landed with a fine and costs of £626 after failing to respond to an order from Sefton Council to get her dog microchipped Leighanne Inglis, of Tulketh
Southport mum reveals vaginal mesh agony
Southport mum of two Emma Hawksworth, says her life has been turned upside down after she opted to have vaginal mesh after the traumatic birth of her daughter. But just weeks after it was
Lord Street RTC: Police cordon off zebra crossing
emergency services have closed part of Lord Street following a horrific accident this afternoon involving a bus and a pedestrian. The incident took place near to the zebra crossing on Lord Street
Beach safety signs plea after Adam’s death
Safety signage should be erected around Southport’s coastal marshes to warn people of the possible dangers of venturing out there. The call follows the tragic death of Adam Seaton, the student who
Isis bride, Shamima Begum’s face used as target at Merseyside shooting range
An enlarged photo of the teenage ISIS bride has been used as a target by the Ultimate Airsoft Range in Wallasey, in Merseyside. Some posters on social media have expressed concerns, yet
Appeal after fatel RTC on East Lancashire Road
UPDATE – Following a collision in the early hours of this morning (Wednesday, 27 February) on the East Lancashire Road, the female passenger of the private hire taxi has now died. The
Award winning creative play sessions re-launched in Southport and Formby
An innovative and award winning programme for pre-school children has been re-launched in Southport and Formby. The Creation Station’s hands-on art and craft exploration sessions giveeven very young children the chance to
Community Transition Fund – Nothing for Southport!
The Cabinet Member for Communities and Housing – Councillor Trish Hardy (LitherlandWard), recently awarded grants from the Community Transition Fund to the following organisations – Marine Football Club, Sefton Community Carers Centre,
Southport Health and wellbeing event to help those affected by cancer
Southport Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre will be holding its first ‘Health and Wellbeing event’ of the year on Thursday 14th March at the Royal Clifton Hotel in Southport and anyone
PREVIEW | Ashton Athletic V Southport
After Saturday’s league draw, Southport head into midweek action in the Semi-Final of the Lancashire FA Partners Foundation Challenge Trophy. The goalless draw against FC United of Manchester is something Liam Watson
Cat mum fears for her ‘fur baby’ after pet goes missing
Fears are growing for a much loved family cat after it disappeared from its Lord Street home. The black and white moggy called Tiddles failed to come home from her normal nightly
Funeral arrangements for Frank Till
Loving Husband and Devoted Father, Francis Till lost his battle with lymphoma on the 15th February at the young age of 57. His funeral will take place at West Lancashire crematorium (L407SP)
Seven arrested in operation to ensure safety of football fans
POLICE have today (Tuesday 26 February 2019) arrested seven men and seized cocaine, cannabis and alcohol as part of a planned operation following incidents of disorder ahead of recent away football fixtures.
CURSED Falstaff shuts down Again
The cursed Falstaff pub has shut down just days after a failed re-opening. The King Street pub has opened and closed down again five times in recent years as hopeful pub landlords
WARNING woman trying get cash from residents
POLICE are urging people in Formby to be vigilant following reports a woman has tried to persuade people to give her small quantities of cash under false pretences. A report was received
Labour must actively campaign for public vote, say campaigners
Labour must actively campaign for public vote, say campaigners Left wing activists hail “huge step forward” for Labour after Corbyn backs fresh public vote on Brexit Labour must make good on its