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Plans to scrap extending a benefits cap on families of more than two children has been cautiously welcomed by Sefton Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities and Housing, Cllr Trish Hardy – but

Family and friends of a Southport travel agent who was brutally murdered in front of her colleagues almost 12 months ago, have taken part in a charity walk in her memory. Around

Southport Football Club are pleased to officially announce that Patrick Lacey has signed for the club. ‘Paddy’ is a hard-tackling central midfielder and is an experienced footballer after enjoying spells at Altrincham,

‘I want to pay tribute and show my appreciation for our wonderful staff at Southport Hospital who have worked extremely hard this Winter, improving services by 10%, meaning patients spend two hours less in A&E

Hundreds of pounds have been raised for Queenscourt Hospice thanks to a charity raffle at VIP Hair Emporium. £180 has been donated to the Town Lane based hospice following a raffle at

A call has come from local Lib Dem councillor Simon Shaw for progress to be made in 2019 on the long-standing issue of Birkdale’s railway crossing barriers being down for extended periods.

Fleetwood returned to his roots and quickly got back into the swing of things by passing on his wisdom to young golfers at a special event held at Formby Hall Golf Resort.

What is a townscape heritage initiative? Southport has a rich historic environment including that of the town centre and as such this is recognised by the formal designation of both Lord Street

Worried residents are concerned that a trip wire on the dunes is putting people and pets at risk. One concerned Southport dog walker stated: “This wire is so dangerous to fall over

Birds at Marshside RSPB nature reserve are being choked by rubbish say worried twitchers. Piles of rubbish are being blown into the reserve and the build up is slowly killing the wildlife

CALL OUT – 13/1/19 – 19:31 Southpor ILB and Quad team tasked by Holyhead Coastguard to search for a despondant male missing in the Marine Lake area of Southport. The ILB launched

Another vehicle seized following hare coursing in Holmeswood earlier today following a call from a member of the public. This is a typical example of how local residents can act as the

Two cars have been involved in a minor shunt in Birkdale this evening. A silver saloon was rear ended by another car just after 5pm this evening. Police were informed and a

A Southport woman has hit out at rude drivers who are taking advantage of free parking spaces. Jane Tangeman said she tried to park at McColls convenience store on Shakespeare Street yesterday

A Birkdale family rocked by a New Year home invasion robbery have been left devastated after they were told they will need to pay to get their belongings back. Their family car

Are you a new mummy looking to get out with your little one, but would like to meet other mums too!? At Active Buggies we enjoy exercising outdoors, get some fresh air

Police officers have recovered this Stolen Honda Beauville motorcycle from Leathers Lane this evening. 2 wreckless idiots abandoned the bike at the junction with Leathers Lane and Baileys Lane whilst running out

Salt is more than something to sprinkle on to your fish and chips, this common household ingredient helps keeps England’s roads moving. As temperatures are forecast to remain cold across the country

With the Southport managing to get the first victory of the New Year under the belt in the week against Guiseley, the side will look to make it back-to-back wins as Leamington

An expensive push bike has been stolen from a garden on Sefton Street on Friday 12th January 2019. Did you see anything or do you have any information on the bike theft?

**URGENT MISSING APPEAL** Natalie was last seen in the Lytham St Annes area yesterday afternoon (Thursday, January 10th). POLICE are extremely concerned for her welfare and need to find her as soon

Emergency services are currently dealing with a two car collision on Roe Lane bridge. Paramedics are treating the occupants of both cars at the scene for injuries after a head on collision

It’s been a while since we posted any of our patrol maps, so here are two maps from foot patrols of yesterdays late shift, both from the same officer on the team.

Sefton Council’s commitment to tackling homelessness has been reaffirmed with an updated Homelessness Strategy for 2018-23. The Homelessness Act 2002, requires every local authority to carry out a homelessness review in its

Hospital chief’s praise for staff after busiest start to year A hospital chief executive has spoken of his pride in staff after their busiest start to a year ever. Christmas and New

Universal Credit failing Southport Mum who writes in desperation to Southport MP for help. OTS News received the following letter (which we print as written and unedited) today from a desperate Southport

Lancashire’s Largest Apprenticeship & Careers Expo is returning for 2019. Following on from two successful events in 2017 and 2018 Lancashire Apprenticeship Expo will be returning to Preston’s Guild Hall on March