Dangerous manhole without cover in Ainsdale
A resident has reported a dangerous manhole cover in Ainsdale. Alasdair Rankine was walking his dog when he picture this manhole with a broken cover on Kenilworth Road. The unguarded cover is
5 things to consider when designing hyper-casual games
Hyper-casual games need to have quality game design, but also work at fast speed. This requires smooth production with focus on game design. Many developers jump into the idea without testing or
Anti-social youths moved on by Police
Police in Southport are asking parents if they know where their children are tonight after a group of youths were moved on from causing anti-social behaviour in Hesketh Bank. Following reports of
Fund launched to save Daisy the Dog
A local resident has launched a GoFundMe page to save her beloved French Bulldog. Daisy has a ruptured disk in her lower spine and thinning of her right rear leg. The family
Southport Market Trail takes place this Sunday
Local sellers are preparing for the Southport Market Trail this Sunday (12th July). The trail sees sellers from all over Southport host a stall outside their own home or shop between 12pm-4pm.
Guitar auction to raise funds for Woodlands Animal Sanctuary
Woodlands Animal Sanctuary are very pleased to be able to tell you about an auction that is happening next Wednesday 15th July at Omega Auctions, Newton-le-Willows. Omega Auctions is one of the
Prowler chased from Meols Cop home by terrified woman
Neighbourhood watch groups in Southport are warning residents to be vigilant after a man was caught acting suspiciously on private property this evening. Manning Road resident Joanne Lunt was shaken after she
OTS launches Picture of the Week competition for readers
Budding snappers can now enter their submissions for the On The Spot News Picture of the Week competition Both amateur and semi-pro photographers are being invited to send in their snaps of
7 steps to take to prepare for an uncertain financial future
In recent months, the coronavirus pandemic has swept across the world, bringing uncertainty, anxiety, and stress. With social distancing measures in place and restrictions on what we can and cannot do, many
Hopeful holidaymakers urged to snap up incredible flight offer
Hopeful holidaymakers in Southport desperate for foreign sun, sea and sand are being urged to snap up a last minute airline seat sale that is sweeping the nation. Grab your bag and
Can you conquer the virtual Tough Mudder challenge?
The fittest and fastest residents of Southport are being touted for the next virtual Tough Mudder challenge. It really doesn’t matter if you’re a gym bunny, an OCR addict, or a 1-mile
Brilliant barbers are a cut above the rest
Unsung hair heroes and superstar snippers have completed their first week of post lockdown business in the resort Hundreds of stylists and barbers have rejoiced at the opportunity to welcome customers back
Police surgeries sessions resume this Friday in Ainsdale
With the easing of coronavirus restrictions, regular police surgeries at the new Community Police Station in Ainsdale are resuming this Friday. These surgeries give local residents an opportunity to raise non-urgent issues
Residents reminded to book in advance for appointments at walk in centre and urgent treatment centre
WEST Lancashire residents are reminded how to get help for minor illnesses and minor injuries during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Urgent Treatment Centre in Ormskirk and Walk-in Centre in Skelmersdale are both
From fry ups to slim down!
One Southport businesswoman and her husband have been extremely busy over the lockdown period converting a Fast food Café into a modern ‘Weight Loss Centre’ Beverley-Jo Crawford has been a 1:1 Diet
Central 12 shopping park extends free NHS staff car parking
Central 12 is offering free car parking for NHS staff until the end of July 2020 to continue to support the community throughout COVID-19. A C12 spokesperson commented: “We have been offering
End of the line for free NHS fares on Merseytravel
Merseytravel have confirmed that free fares for NHS workers will end on Monday July 13. The scheme provided free travel for NHS workers on Merseytravel trains, busses and ferries. Merseytravel pointed to
VIDEO | Ainsdale thieves steal children’s bike from back garden
A gang of thieves in Ainsdale broke into a back garden before stealing a child’s bicycle. While one gang member kept watch outside, 2 broke in through the back gate. The break-in
Top 5 Content Writing Secrets for Online Business
Every day, an increasing number of entrepreneurs start new online businesses, launch online stores, and create online resources for providing their services. All business people understand that the future belongs to online
Your list of summer party essentials
Whether you have something to celebrate or simply want to catch up with loved ones, hosting a summer party is the perfect way to do it. That’s especially true in the context
Man spotted rifling through bins for paperwork on Princes St
Residents in Southport town centre are being urged to be vigilant after a man was caught on camera allegedly trying to steal identity data from piles of bin bags The unidentified male
The Atkinson preparing to reopen ‘very soon’
The Atkinson have confirmed that the theatre, art gallery and cultural venue is preparing to reopen ‘very soon’. A statement on The Atkinson website said: “We are currently waiting for all the
Dog owners warned of ‘poisoning’ fear on Ainsdale beach
Dog owners on the coastline fear their pets might have fallen ill after ingesting a suspicious substance on Ainsdale beach. A number of dogs fell ill shortly after walking along the beach
Care home boss saves staff with ski goggles amid critical PPE shortage
The Chair of a North West care home group has slammed comments made by the Prime Minister suggesting care homes could be partially responsible for excess COVID-19 deaths. Jonathan Cunningham, Registered Care
9 Android Games Online Poker Fillers Leisure Time In the Middle of the Pandemic
When the world was hit by Pandemic Covid19 including Indonesia lately, all residents were encouraged to remain at home and conduct social distancing. However, of course you will quickly feel bored if you are
Covid-19 antibody tests no proof of long-term immunity to the virus
With extensive Covid-19 antibody testing now taking place for NHS staff and some patients and Health & Social Care workers across Cheshire and Merseyside, Sefton residents are being reminded there is no
Council promise theatre remains key to resort future
Sefton Council have responded after a Facebook campaign to save Southport Theatre gained 1,700 members in under 36 hours. Lisa Lea Kelly, a former employee of the theatre, started the campaign on
Busy Lord Street is a ‘beautiful sight to behold’
With the sun shining down on Southport today, bars and restaurants along the resort’s busy boulevard have had chance to test out their socially distanced seating areas for more custom Bars along
Sefton says ‘I Do’ to weddings once again
Sefton is once again saying ‘I do!’ to weddings in the borough thanks to the hard work of local authority registrars. While social distancing rules remain in place for everyone’s safety, the
‘Southport Hospital cancer hub services should be restored urgently’ says Damien Moore MP
Originally posted on: https://www.damienmooremp.com/news/southport-hospital-cancer-hub-services-should-be-restored-urgently-says-damien-moore-mp MP Damien Moore is pressing for the urgent reopening of the cancer treatment hub at Southport Hospital. The Southport MP has been contacted by a number of concerned