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Uninsured driver has car seized by Police on Preston New Road

Uninsured driver has car seized by Police on Preston New Road, Southport. The driver of this Ford Escort thought it acceptable to drive whilst not insured or taxed in Southport this morning (Wednesday

26th July 2017

Bike swiped outside Ainsdale cycle cafe

The family of a furious bike owner are appealing for any information after his bicycle was swiped outside MeCycle cafe in Ainsdale. In a plea to reunite the bike with his brother,

26th July 2017

Police appeal launched to find missing man from Leyland

Appeal launched to find missing man We are appealing for information after a 19-year-old man went missing from Leyland. Corey Brooks was last seen around 11pm on Sunday (July 23) in the

26th July 2017

Bar refuses to pay taxi fare for glassing victim

A Southport bar has refused to pay the taxi fare for the victim of a horrific 'glassing attack' after he was taken to hospital. Alan Wiles was passing the Foghorn Bar on

26th July 2017

Southport and Formby Hospital will stay open, says MP

Southport and Formby Hospital will stay open, says MP Southport’s new Member of Parliament has sought to clarify the future of Southport & Formby District Hospital – insisting it will stay open.

26th July 2017

Are you Southport’s best neighbour?

A new recognition scheme, celebrating Southport residents for being good citizens, is being launched by Sefton CVS and the Sefton Mayor’s Office. Citizens 4 Good hopes to recognise local people for good deeds,

26th July 2017

Security firm want holiday makers to get smart over home protection

Summer is the perfect time to make the most out of the outdoors; sitting in the garden, enjoying the sunshine and even going on that long-awaited holiday. Unfortunately, whilst you’re out and

26th July 2017

Have your chance to sing at the Civic!

Budding thespians in Southport are being offered the chance to take part in a special theatre workshop in Ormskirk. A spokesperson for the Civic said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone

26th July 2017

Archeologists launch major historic excavation near Southport

An archeological dig is set to take place right on Southport’s doorstep. Dubbed ‘Project Valhalla’ the fascinating dig hopes to excavate part of a medieval palace fortress at Lathom, home of Sir

26th July 2017

Yellows notch first win of pre-season after 1-0 win over Burscough

A first win in five attempts this pre-season was the reward for Southport’s persistence as they finally converted their chances into a result against lower league opposition. Having failed to find the

26th July 2017

Win a chance to play alongside Reds legends at local golf course

How do you fancy a great day out playing a round of golf with Liverpool legends at Formby Hall in September, courtesy of LFC Hospitality? Join them for a special LFC Golf

26th July 2017

Smith signs for Yellows as Southport strengthen defence

Southport have completed the loan signing of 21-year-old defender Dominic Smith from Shrewsbury Town, initially until January 2nd. Dominic has made 31 League One appearances for the Shrews, also appearing in the

26th July 2017

Inconsiderate Port fans block pavement

Ignorant football fans taking advantage of free parking on Haig Avenue have yet again run the risk of angering neighbours. A furious Haig Avenue resident has written into OTS News saying enough

25th July 2017

Fire crews tackle Chapel Street bin fire

Fire crews have been called to Chapel Street tonight after a fire broke out at the rear of JD Sports and Chase Menswear. The popular shopping street was filled with smoke as

25th July 2017

High society take over Band Stand

Fears that the Band Stand is becoming a hotbed of drug taking have been fuelled after photos were taken showing alleged distribution and use of cannabis A group of teenagers were caught

25th July 2017

Health chiefs claim Southport GPs are getting better

Healthcare commissioners in Southport and Formby have improved their annual performance score in the latest national assessment of clinical commissioning groups (CCG) carried out by NHS England. NHS Southport and Formby CCG

25th July 2017

Search is on to find the next generation of firefighters

Would you like to make new friends, help out in the community and take part in fun firefighting drills? If so, then why not apply to be a Merseyside Fire & Rescue

25th July 2017

Young carers find success in book scheme

Young carers from Southport recently took part in a unique pilot to help them meet challenges they face in their everyday lives. The initiative from Sefton Council’s library service and Sefton Carers

25th July 2017

You can still have your say on proposed changes to NHS procedures in Southport

Health worker claimed relatives had died to claim sick pay

Health worker claimed relatives had died to claim sick pay A health care worker lied about the deaths of three family members to falsely claim almost a year’s paid absence from work

25th July 2017

MP Damien Moore Pledges to Tackle Slow Broadband Speeds in Southport

MP Damien Moore Pledges to Tackle Slow Broadband Speeds in Southport Before the start of parliamentary Damien Moore met with Grant Shapps MP, Chairman of the British Infrastructure Group (BIG), to discuss

25th July 2017

Police warning as thieves target shoppers in Southport town centre

Purse thefts from bags Recently there has been an increase in the number of incidents inside shops in the Chapel Street and Lord Street areas of Southport, where purses have been taken

25th July 2017

CRIME ALERT | Multiple Burglaries taken place in Southport over the last two weeks

A Crime Alert for the residents of Southport from Merseyside Police. Burglaries In the last two weeks burglaries or attempted burglaries have taken place in the following locations: Stafford Road, Shaws Road, Forest

25th July 2017

Meols Ward Councillors Advice Centre – Thursday 27th July

Meols Ward Councillors Advice Centre – Thursday 27th July Meols Ward Councillors John Dodd, Nigel Ashton and Jo Barton will be holding their next Advice Centre on Thursday 27th July. They will

24th July 2017

Two more Southport Councillors quit the Lib Dems and go independent

Two more Southport Councillors quit the Lib Dems and go independent. Two more Liberal Democrat councillors in Southport have become independents, joining former Deputy Leader Councillor Tony Dawson in that situation. Political

24th July 2017

Two arrested for drug offences – Coronation Walk, Southport

Two arrested for drug offences – Coronation Walk, Southport Merseyside Police arrested a man and woman following an incident in Southport last night (Sunday 23 July 2017). At about 11pm officers were

24th July 2017

Southport MP gets preview of the new £10 note featuring Jane Austen

Southport MP gets preview of the new £10 note featuring Jane Austen Southport MP Damien Moore joined the Bank of England’s Chief Cashier, Victoria Cleland, in Parliament on 19 July to find out more about

24th July 2017

Tax credit renewal – one week to go

Tax credit renewal – one week to go With one week until the 31 July renewal deadline, HMRC is urging the remaining 960,000 customers to renew now or risk having their payments stopped.

24th July 2017

Merseyside Police appeal for information after Henrik Stenson’s Formby Open residence burgled

Merseyside Police appeal for information after burglary in Formby Merseyside Police detectives have launched an investigation after a burglary in Formby yesterday afternoon, Thursday 20 July. At around 5pm, a report was

24th July 2017

Dog days are over for cute pooch after B&Q ban

Dog days are over for cute pooch after B&Q ban A loveable pooch has been kicked out of and banned from a popular Southport DIY store, despite being a regular member! Ollie,

24th July 2017

Pontins staff prove you can’t ‘polish a turd’ say furious guests

Pontins staff prove you can’t ‘polish a turd’ say furious guests A Stoke family checking into Pontins Ainsdale last night have gone viral after posting about their horrific experience online. Jo Wade

24th July 2017