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Ainsdale station makes shortlist in public vote to find Britain’s favourite railway station

Ainsdale station has made the shortlist of 48 stations to compete to be crowned the country’s favourite railway station in the World Cup of Stations 2020. The competition, run by the Rail

13th October 2020

Ainsdale ex pat murder: Suspect arrested in Ben Nesbitt killing

A man Spanish police want to question over the murder of Ainsdale man Ben Nesbitt has been arrested just 40 miles from the country’s border. A local judge in Girona ruled that

6th October 2020

In Pictures: Flooding around Ainsdale

Flood warnings covering various regions across the UK proved accurate and parts of Southport had a moderate amount of rain. The following images were taken around Ainsdale in Southport this morning. Forget

6th October 2020

Ainsdale school shuts completely after Coronavirus case

A specialist school in Ainsdale has closed today according to teachers after a confirmed case of Covid-19 in the school. An alert was sent to parents at Merefield School in Ainsdale last

17th September 2020

Filming on Ainsdale Beach Today

A film crew and cast were in action today on the beach at Ainsdale. Although not confirmed yet, it is believed by some that this activity may be linked to a Sherlock

15th September 2020

The Ainsdale Club closes doors after patron’s positive Covid-19 test

Popular local cricket club The Ainsdale Club yesterday released a statement explaining that they had taken the decision to close their doors with immediate effect after a patron had reported testing positive

12th September 2020

Chinook helicopters training at RAF Woodvale today – UPDATED!

Chinook helicopters from RAF Benson are currently operating at RAF Woodvale. Essential training for crews has been scheduled from 6-11 September 2020 during exercise Kukri Dawn. This exercise is part of the

7th September 2020

St Helens family allegedly attacked by gang of thugs at Pontins

A family from St Helens have complained to police after claims they were viciously attacked by a gang while on holiday in Southport. The family of four, including a young child, say

1st September 2020

‘THANK U NHS’ Spitfire over Southport Hospital today

The iconic WW2 aircraft was seen today flying briefly over Southport & Formby General Hospital Above: a long range shot of the Spitfire in action today. The Spitfire was covered with the

30th August 2020

Mum’s Plea: Have you seen Lenny the Lion?

A Southport mum is appealing for her daughter’s favourite toy lion to be found and returned to her. Lenny the lion was lost yesterday around 3.30 pm whilst the family walked along

29th August 2020

Graffiti vandals strike on Coastal Road

Graffiti vandalism was pictured last night on the junction of the Coastal Road and Liverpool Road in Woodvale. The vandalised board that is situated by the traffic lights is owed by the

27th August 2020

Police investigate boy racer claims after high speed Ainsdale smash

Detectives are investigating claims of dangerous road racing after two cars were involved in a life threatening smash in Southport last night. Residents of the quiet Mill Road area of Ainsdale were

26th August 2020

So, the tide never comes in at Southport – really?

Some like to say… “The tide never comes in at Southport”. How wrong they are. It has been a standing joke for decades when disappointed visitors arrived on the beach only to

21st August 2020

Ainsdale Beach closed Friday and Saturday due to high tides

Due to the current weather conditions, Ainsdale beach car park will remain closed today and tomorrow. Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd August 2020. Current weather conditions mean that tide heights of greater

21st August 2020

Ainsdale Beach parking charges to return on Friday

From Friday, (7 August), Sefton Council’s Green Sefton team will be reintroducing charging for parking on Ainsdale Beach. The all-day charge for parking on Ainsdale beach is £8 and payments will be

5th August 2020

Irresponsible beach visitors continue to bring problems

Sefton’s councillors recently expressed their disappointment at selfish individuals leaving heaps of garbage behind on our beaches and local sand dunes. Disposable barbecues and broken glass bottles are frequently left partially buried

3rd August 2020

Busy day at the Beach sees searches for TWELVE missing children

Lifeboat crews were involved in different searches for 12 missing children on a busy Friday at Ainsdale Beach. Crowds flocked to the seaside on the hottest day of the year, putting a

1st August 2020

Ainsdale Beach car park closed after reaching ‘maximum capacity’

Ainsdale Beach car park has reached ‘maximum capacity’ after hundreds of sun-seekers headed to the seaside. Sefton Council said: “Due to the hot weather, Ainsdale Beach Car Park is at maximum capacity.

31st July 2020

Sewer works shut popular beach car park

Ainsdale Beach car park has been temporarily closed today due to the need for essential sewerage works to take place at a nearby leisure site. United Utilities are currently working to replace

28th July 2020

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

12th July 2020

Coast road closed until at least September

Essential works on the Coastal Road in Southport are continuing to help improve access for both cyclists and pedestrians. The works are part of the Southport East West Cycle Link improvement scheme

9th July 2020

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

8th July 2020

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

8th July 2020

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

7th July 2020

Have you seen Archie the cat?

A concerned pet owner has contacted OTS in the hope of finding beloved family cat Archie. Archie went missing from Thirlmere drive in Ainsdale and hasn’t been seen for over a week.

3rd July 2020

Appeal for information after Ainsdale assault

Police are appealing for information after a 17-year-old was assaulted in Ainsdale. The incident took place on Wednesday, 24 June, where the victim was with a group of other youths on Ainsdale

2nd July 2020

Car Accident Liverpool Road Ainsdale

A white Seat car was involved in an accident this morning in Liverpool Road, Ainsdale. Emergency services soon rushed to the scene and some traffic delays were experienced by other drivers. See

2nd July 2020

Teen suffers horrific injuries after shocking unprovoked attack

A Southport teenager has been left with horrific injuries following an unprovoked attack on Ainsdale beach Police are appealing for information after the 17 year old youngster was set about in a

26th June 2020

Shifting sands reveal wartime artefacts buried for 75 years on the Sefton Coast

Part of a Second World War fighter aircraft found buried in sand dunes near Formby has been identified as an American plane that crashed in 1944. The piece of the aircraft was

26th June 2020

Woodvale charity: asking walkers to work on public footpath

The Woodvale and Ainsdale Community Association (WACA) has met growing public criticism after a recent (16 April) posting on their Facebook page, which has been seen as flying in the face of

5th May 2020

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