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Southport skatepark improvements ramping up

Work to install four refurbished ramps at Southport’s skatepark is nearing completion. Specialist skate ramp builders are working between the site and their workshop to refurbish the structures which needed extensive works

4th May 2021

Fire service called to Southport Station after flames break out near platform

Fire crews were called to Southport Station after a fire broke out close to the main platforms. Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service were called at 5.16pm to reports of an electrical fire.

3rd May 2021

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2nd May 2021

Warning to walkers after local grandad almost floored by poor golf drive.

An elderly Southport grandfather was walking in Hesketh Road by Southport Municipal Golf Club when a fast golf ball left the club boundaries and almost hit his head. The gentleman was taking

1st May 2021

Four police officers convicted following incident in Ainsdale

Merseyside Police can confirm that serving police constable Darren McIntyre has been found guilty of s47 assault and perverting the course of justice. Three other officers – police constables Garrie Burke, Laura

30th April 2021

Sefton Council’s Bank Holiday safety reminder to businesses and their customers

Sefton Council’s Environmental Health Team is reminding the Borough’s businesses and their customers to follow the guidelines over the May Bank Holiday. Among the latest requirements for people visiting bars and restaurants

30th April 2021

VIDEO | Meet the candidates – 2021 Local Elections

In the buildup to the 2021 local election taking place next Thursday, OTS News has interviewed 15 election candidates from Southport and Freshfield vying for a seat on Sefton Council. Recorded video

29th April 2021

CCTV image issued following hate crime in Formby.

Police are trying to identify a male captured on CCTV who may have valuable information relating to a hate crime in Formby. At around 6.45pm on Friday 26 March, a group of

28th April 2021

Sinkhole causing Roe Lane delays

Temporary four way traffic lights have been set up causing long delays on Roe Lane. Contractors are attempting to to fix a sink hole which has been growing bigger and bigger for

28th April 2021

Two arrested after drugs cash and suspected stolen goods recovered in Ainsdale

Officers in Ainsdale arrested two men and seized drugs and suspected stolen clothing and cars yesterday, Monday, 26 April. At around 8.55pm, patrols carried out the stop search of a man in

27th April 2021

Appeal for information following suspected vehicle arson in Formby

Police are appealing for information following a suspected arson in Formby on Saturday, 24 April. At around 8.15pm police received a report that a blue Vauxhall parked on Victoria Road, Formby, had

26th April 2021

Southport MP reveals ‘substantial’ increase in casework since Covid pandemic began

Southport’s Member of Parliament has spoken of a “substantial increase” in the number of people in his constituency seeking support as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic. The coastal towns MP has

26th April 2021

Motorist drove off after driving over 3-year-old’s foot outside Pontins

Police are appealing for information following a fail to stop RTC in Ainsdale on Saturday 24 April. OTS understands that a driver, who had children of their own inside the car, stopped

26th April 2021

Blue bin rollout delayed due to coronavirus

The proposed rollout of a glass recycling blue bin has been placed on hold due to Covid-19. Sefton Council approved the blue bin scheme in September, saying that new government legislation requires

26th April 2021

Man arrested for multiple offences after Birkdale Cheese Centre crash

A man has been arrested for multiple offences after crashing a Suzuki 4×4 into the front of the Birkdale Cheese Centre. Officers were called to the store on Liverpool Road in Birkdale

26th April 2021

Cyclist treated by paramedics after car collision

Emergency services attended a collision between a car and a cyclist on the corner of Scarisbrick New Road and Westmoreland Road this afternoon. The collision occured at approximately 2.30pm. Paramedics attended the

24th April 2021

Suspects released and murder investigation dropped in Eastbourne Road case

Two suspects arrested on suspicion of murder after the death of a 32-year-old on Eastbourne Road yesterday have been released, with police now confirming that the death is no longer being treated

23rd April 2021

Southport Town Deal consultation shortlisted for prestigious award

Southport Town Deal’s consultation and engagement process has been shortlisted for a prestigious Planning Award. ‘A Whole-Town Engagement: Southport Town Investment Plan’ has been shortlisted in the Award for stakeholder engagement in

23rd April 2021

Latest updates: Transit van removed by forensics at Eastbourne Road murder scene

A Ford Transit van has been removed from a crime scene on Eastbourne Road where a 32-year-old man was murdered yesterday afternoon. Police confirmed that two men, a 23-year-old and a 32-year-old

23rd April 2021

Dog Control Public Space Protection Order approved by Sefton Council

At Thursday’s full Council meeting, the reintroduction of a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) to promote responsible dog ownership across Sefton was given approval. The measures are based on the previous Dog

22nd April 2021

Eastbourne Road closed – two arrested for murder

Two men have been arrested after a murder on Eastbourne Road this evening. Dozens of police officers attended the scene, with a man receiving air ambulance treatment following the attack. Merseyside Police

22nd April 2021

Car lands on roof in Lord Street bus collision

Police have closed off St George’s Parade near Lord Street after a bizarre crash this afternoon. A Renault ended up on its roof face if the wrong way outside the Prezzo Italian

22nd April 2021

Campaigners continue biweekly privatisation protests outside Southport hospital

Campaigners picketed outside Southport hospital this morning, and are pledging to continue their bi-weekly protests while the threat of NHS privatisation remains. Protestors regularly organise alternating weekly pickets in Southport and Ormskirk,

22nd April 2021

Burglars stole mobiles and jewellery in overnight Cash Converters raid

Police are investigating a Burglary at a Cash Converters in Southport which took place in the early hours of this morning (Wednesday 21 April). At around 4.50am police received a report that

21st April 2021

Historic red telephone boxes next to Southport Town Hall should be preserved says councillor

A councillor is calling for the two historic red telephone boxes next to Southport Town Hall to be preserved as part of the town’s heritage. Town centre councillor Sir Ron Watson instead

21st April 2021

Birkdale Land Rover theft prompts police probe

Police are appealing for information following a report that a vehicle was stolen in Birkdale on Sunday 18 April. It was reported that a silver Land Rover Defender had been stolen by

21st April 2021

Hotel Manager to take 36 mile walk in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support

The manager of the Salfordian Hotel on Park Crescent will walk 36 miles between Southport and Salford to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support. Paul Bailey, who tragically lost his father to

20th April 2021

Southport BID appoints Luke Randles as new Business Engagement Manager

Southport BID has appointed Luke Randles as its new Business Engagement Manager. Luke began his role on Monday (19 April) and is looking forward to connecting with local businesses straight away. His

20th April 2021

Thomas De Freitas calls for mass renewal project for road markings and signage

Conservative election candidate in Meols ward, Thomas de Freitas, has called upon Sefton Council to undertake the largest road marking renewal project seen in years. The Conservative Party candidate has expressed concern

20th April 2021

Two arrested after thefts from cars in Birkdale

Following a number of recent thefts and attempted thefts from cars in the Southport area, two men were arrested on Sunday 18th April. The first man was arrested in the early hours

19th April 2021