Bar refuses to pay taxi fare for glassing victim
A Southport bar has refused to pay the taxi fare for the victim of a horrific 'glassing attack' after he was taken to hospital. Alan Wiles was passing the Foghorn Bar on
Southport and Formby Hospital will stay open, says MP
Southport and Formby Hospital will stay open, says MP Southport’s new Member of Parliament has sought to clarify the future of Southport & Formby District Hospital – insisting it will stay open.
Are you Southport’s best neighbour?
A new recognition scheme, celebrating Southport residents for being good citizens, is being launched by Sefton CVS and the Sefton Mayor’s Office. Citizens 4 Good hopes to recognise local people for good deeds,
Security firm want holiday makers to get smart over home protection
Summer is the perfect time to make the most out of the outdoors; sitting in the garden, enjoying the sunshine and even going on that long-awaited holiday. Unfortunately, whilst you’re out and
Have your chance to sing at the Civic!
Budding thespians in Southport are being offered the chance to take part in a special theatre workshop in Ormskirk. A spokesperson for the Civic said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone
Archeologists launch major historic excavation near Southport
An archeological dig is set to take place right on Southport’s doorstep. Dubbed ‘Project Valhalla’ the fascinating dig hopes to excavate part of a medieval palace fortress at Lathom, home of Sir
Yellows notch first win of pre-season after 1-0 win over Burscough
A first win in five attempts this pre-season was the reward for Southport’s persistence as they finally converted their chances into a result against lower league opposition. Having failed to find the
Win a chance to play alongside Reds legends at local golf course
How do you fancy a great day out playing a round of golf with Liverpool legends at Formby Hall in September, courtesy of LFC Hospitality? Join them for a special LFC Golf
Smith signs for Yellows as Southport strengthen defence
Southport have completed the loan signing of 21-year-old defender Dominic Smith from Shrewsbury Town, initially until January 2nd. Dominic has made 31 League One appearances for the Shrews, also appearing in the
Inconsiderate Port fans block pavement
Ignorant football fans taking advantage of free parking on Haig Avenue have yet again run the risk of angering neighbours. A furious Haig Avenue resident has written into OTS News saying enough
Fire crews tackle Chapel Street bin fire
Fire crews have been called to Chapel Street tonight after a fire broke out at the rear of JD Sports and Chase Menswear. The popular shopping street was filled with smoke as
High society take over Band Stand
Fears that the Band Stand is becoming a hotbed of drug taking have been fuelled after photos were taken showing alleged distribution and use of cannabis A group of teenagers were caught
Health chiefs claim Southport GPs are getting better
Healthcare commissioners in Southport and Formby have improved their annual performance score in the latest national assessment of clinical commissioning groups (CCG) carried out by NHS England. NHS Southport and Formby CCG
Search is on to find the next generation of firefighters
Would you like to make new friends, help out in the community and take part in fun firefighting drills? If so, then why not apply to be a Merseyside Fire & Rescue
Young carers find success in book scheme
Young carers from Southport recently took part in a unique pilot to help them meet challenges they face in their everyday lives. The initiative from Sefton Council’s library service and Sefton Carers
Health worker claimed relatives had died to claim sick pay
Health worker claimed relatives had died to claim sick pay A health care worker lied about the deaths of three family members to falsely claim almost a year’s paid absence from work
MP Damien Moore Pledges to Tackle Slow Broadband Speeds in Southport
MP Damien Moore Pledges to Tackle Slow Broadband Speeds in Southport Before the start of parliamentary Damien Moore met with Grant Shapps MP, Chairman of the British Infrastructure Group (BIG), to discuss
Police warning as thieves target shoppers in Southport town centre
Purse thefts from bags Recently there has been an increase in the number of incidents inside shops in the Chapel Street and Lord Street areas of Southport, where purses have been taken
CRIME ALERT | Multiple Burglaries taken place in Southport over the last two weeks
A Crime Alert for the residents of Southport from Merseyside Police. Burglaries In the last two weeks burglaries or attempted burglaries have taken place in the following locations: Stafford Road, Shaws Road, Forest
Meols Ward Councillors Advice Centre – Thursday 27th July
Meols Ward Councillors Advice Centre – Thursday 27th July Meols Ward Councillors John Dodd, Nigel Ashton and Jo Barton will be holding their next Advice Centre on Thursday 27th July. They will
Two more Southport Councillors quit the Lib Dems and go independent
Two more Southport Councillors quit the Lib Dems and go independent. Two more Liberal Democrat councillors in Southport have become independents, joining former Deputy Leader Councillor Tony Dawson in that situation. Political
Two arrested for drug offences – Coronation Walk, Southport
Two arrested for drug offences – Coronation Walk, Southport Merseyside Police arrested a man and woman following an incident in Southport last night (Sunday 23 July 2017). At about 11pm officers were
Pine Pixies Pre-School delighted with Ofsted result
Pictured above are some of the children at the setting with left to right: Catherine Regan, Registered Person, Co-Managers Martine Platt and Lynda Birtles and Practitioner, Alesha Carr. Pine Pixies Pre-School in
Southport MP gets preview of the new £10 note featuring Jane Austen
Southport MP gets preview of the new £10 note featuring Jane Austen Southport MP Damien Moore joined the Bank of England’s Chief Cashier, Victoria Cleland, in Parliament on 19 July to find out more about
Tax credit renewal – one week to go
Tax credit renewal – one week to go With one week until the 31 July renewal deadline, HMRC is urging the remaining 960,000 customers to renew now or risk having their payments stopped.
Merseyside Police appeal for information after Henrik Stenson’s Formby Open residence burgled
Merseyside Police appeal for information after burglary in Formby Merseyside Police detectives have launched an investigation after a burglary in Formby yesterday afternoon, Thursday 20 July. At around 5pm, a report was
Dog days are over for cute pooch after B&Q ban
Dog days are over for cute pooch after B&Q ban A loveable pooch has been kicked out of and banned from a popular Southport DIY store, despite being a regular member! Ollie,
Pontins staff prove you can’t ‘polish a turd’ say furious guests
Pontins staff prove you can’t ‘polish a turd’ say furious guests A Stoke family checking into Pontins Ainsdale last night have gone viral after posting about their horrific experience online. Jo Wade
Southport couple victorious at The three Castles golf tournament in Northumberland
Southport couple victorious at The three Castles tournament in Northumberland Southport couple Ann and Martin Rogers who are both members of Hurlston Hall GC have won the prestigious three Castles tournament in
Merseyside Police thank spectators at The Open Golf Championships, Royal Birkdale
Merseyside Police has thanked the thousands of spectators who have attended this week’s Open Golf Championship at Royal Birkdale, for helping to make it a massive success. Merseyside Police officers have worked