Community
Birkdale couple to cycle from Land’s End to John O’Groats raising money for Formby Befriending Scheme
As we see the green shoots of being able to safely meet up in group activities again, local solicitor Liz...
Southport Market confirms Bank Holiday special opening
Southport Market will be open this Bank Holiday Monday to cater for thousands of hungry and thirsty visitors. The hugely...
Council to hold ‘men and the menopause’ workshops
Sefton Council is leading the way in the Liverpool City Region to get its male employees talking about the menopause...
Call to take part in Green Sefton customer satisfaction survey
Sefton Council’s Green Sefton Service loves the Borough’s parks, greenspaces, playgrounds, sports pitches and beaches just as much as its...
Next of kin appeal after Southport death
Merseyside Police have launched an appeal with the Sefton Coroners Office to search for the next of kin of a...
Council reminds taxi drivers simplified licence renewals remain in place
Sefton’s taxi drivers are being reminded that despite the relaxation of some COVID-19 restrictions, vehicle licence renewals are still being...
Still time to sign up for Queenscourt Star Trekk
Queenscourt Hospice 10K sponsored night walk takes place on Friday the 17th of September 2021. The walk is a healthy,...
Sefton Council set to improve Botanic Gardens lakeside ahead of major transformation consultation
At a meeting yesterday (Thursday 19th August), Sefton Council set out its plan to improve the lake and lakeside area...
Hospital campaign organiser responds to MP’s apology demand
Southport Hospital has been short-staffed for many years, just like the rest of the NHS. This has nothing to do...
Date confirmed and tickets now on sale for Flower Show 2022
The Southport Flower Show will return in 2022, it's been confirmed. The town's flagship event will take place between 18-21...
Skate park reopens with competition after refurbishment
With the newly refurbished skate park fully open and the community of our towns skaters fully back enjoying being able...
‘Hospital not closing’ says MP as spat grows over healthcare campaign
Southport & Ormskirk NHS Trust's departing CEO Trish Armstrong-Child has confirmed in a letter to MP Damien Moore that "there...
Banks residents warned “don’t even light a cigarette” after gas pipe accident
Residents in Bank have been warned: "don't even light a cigarette" after workers accidentally struck a gas pipe. Local residents...
Police Commissioner secures £600,000 to tackle domestic abuse & protect families
More than £600,000 of funding has been secured by Merseyside’s Police Commissioner for three projects which will work with the...
Youth Community Partnership and Labour councillors hold Portland Street family fun day
Last week dozens of local families flocked to Portland Street Field for a free family fun day. The well-attended event...
Damien Moore MP calls for Southport residents to celebrate British Heart Foundation’s 60th birthday
Damien Moore MP is urging Southport residents to support the British Heart Foundation (BHF) on the charity’s 60th birthday year....
Incredible theatre summer camp in Birkdale this August
Southport songbirds are getting an incredible chance to let their inner stage star shine through at a special musical theatre...
Morrisons serves afternoon tea for local NHS heroes
Ambulance and hospital staff enjoyed an afternoon tea yesterday in honour of the NHS' 73rd birthday following a donation from...
Conservative volunteers pick litter along Lord Street
This week Southport Conservatives have been out picking litter along Lord Street. A group of dedicated volunteers including Birkdale Ward...
Determined supporters vow to Race For Life
People are being urged to look beyond lockdown by making a date to join Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life...
Council confirm Marine Lake events centre will form part of Town Deal spending
A stunning and modern Marine Lake events centre and light show is set to bring over half a million visitors...
Vigil to be held after tragic death of local girl
A vigil is to be held on Southport Beach after the heart-breaking passing of Stanley High School pupil Semina Haliwell....
Pleasureland to raise money for Botanic cleanup campaign
Pleasureland will open its doors to the Southport community tomorrow to raise money for the Make a Change for Ben...
Round Table Chairman in hospital with blood cancer inspires friends to cycle to all three Clatterbridge centres
The former Chairman of Southport Hesketh Round Table has spent the past five months battling blood cancer in hospital. Now...
Labour councillor thanked as skatepark reopens after ramp refurbishments
Work to install four refurbished ramps at Southport’s skatepark is now complete and the much-loved community asset back open. Specialist...
Owners of Southport’s historic buildings encouraged to open doors for Townscape Heritage Project
Southport business and building owners are being encouraged to open their doors to the public for a behind the scenes...
Fox and Goose close to return with first event confirmed
Southport's popular Fox and Goose pub is close to a return with the new owners revealing that a reopening date...
Brand new Makers Market launches outside Southport Market
The brand new Makers Market is due to launch in Southport! The first event will take place on Market Street,...
Local Labour Party raises funds for Southport Baby Bank
The Southport branch of the Labour Party responded to a call for funds earlier this year from Southport Baby Bank...
Residents asked to support community projects across Sefton
Sefton Council urging residents to lend their support to three new ideas which will put local people at the heart...
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