GoFundMe appeal for family of Grant Linton’s funeral
Please help fund Grant Linton’s funeral A Gofundme page has been set up to help cover the cost of Grant Linton funeral after he was sadly found dead on Saturday morning. Grant Linton
Southport Air Show 2016 – Second day, 11th September 2016
Once again, the rain stayed away and the pilots put on an amazing display at the Southport Air Show 2016. The incredible Typhoon appeared again, making many spectators wish they had brought
Vandals destroy historic Southport railings and lamppost at King’s Gardens
Vandals destroy historic Southport railings at King’s Gardens The damage is expected to cost thousands to repair Vandals have caused thousands of pounds worth of damage to balustrades and lamppost at King’s
Southport Councillor secures isles of wonder
Southport Councillor secures isles of wonder I am delighted to now report back that after continuing to work with the various Departments at Sefton Council on your behalf I have now finally
Campaign launched for Seftons waiting for foster places
Do something incredible – Campaign launched for Seftons waiting for foster places A region-wide recruitment campaign launched today (Monday September 12 2016) will highlight the need for more than 700 new Local Authority fostering
Tributes paid to ‘Evertonian & Great Goal Keeper” Grant Linton
Photo: R.I.P Grant Linton (Southport) Tributes paid to ‘Evertonian & Great Goal Keeper” Grant Linton OTSNews.co.uk is saddened to report the death of well know Southport man, Grant Linton. Grant passed away yesterday (Saturday
Discover the mysteries of Sefton’s shorelines
Photo: Coconuts covered in goose barnacles / Credit Sefton Coast Landscape Partnership What is the most exciting thing you’ve ever found on the tideline? A beautiful shell perhaps, or a fantastically twisted piece of
Southport Air Show 2016
The weather was kinder than many expected and the intrepid pilots all put on an amazing show. Anyway, pictures often speak more than words so here we go… The show seemed a
Appeal to find missing Southport mum
Appeal to find missing Southport mum Sophie Smith has made an appeal find her friend who has been missing over 24 hours. Sophie said “A very close friend of mine Bethany Higginson has been MISSING
Another Bike Stolen in Southport town centre
Another Bike Stolen in Southport town centre Southport resident Angela Wilson has made an appeal after her sons bike was stolen today from Southport town centre, Saturday 10 September. Angela said: “My Liam’s
Eastleigh 1-1 Southport
Photo: Eastleigh’s Mikael Mandron celebrates his goal Result: Eastleigh 1-1 Southport Lowly Southport marked their first game under new boss Steve Burr by battling back from a goal down to claim a
Car Fire Lord Street West Southport
Car Fire Lord Street West Southport Fire-fighters were called to Lord Street west, Southport, at 3pm this afternoon (Saturday 10 September 2016) following reports of a vehicle fire. They arrived on scene within
Mans body found in Southport flat
Mans body found in Southport flat A man has been found dead in a flat on Coronation Walk in Southport this morning, Saturday 10 September 2016. Forensic teams are currently inside the flat. Police
Stanley High School rated inedequate and put into special measures
Stanley High School rated inadequate and put into special measures Stanley High School in Southport has been put into special measures after another horrendous Ofsted report The latest report Ofsted report states: Effectiveness of leadership
Planned road works in the North West – summary for Monday 12 to Sunday 18 September 2016
The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of Friday 9 September and could be subject to change due to weather conditions or
Crime Alert issued by Southport Home Watch
Crime Alert issued by Southport Home Watch Burglaries In the past two weeks burglaries have taken place in the following locations: Stanley Street, Trafalgar Road, Sefton Street, Clarence Road, Roe Lane, Grantham
Sarinah calls in at RAF Woodvale
A B-25 Mitchell medium bomber (Sarinah) was seen today at RAF Woodvale. The RAF received almost 900 Mitchells, using them to replace Douglas Bostons, Lockheed Venturas and Vickers Wellington bombers. The Mitchell
The Matrix raid Lord Street flat
The Matrix raid Lord Street flat Merseyside police executed a pre planned warrant on Lord Street Southport this afternoon, Friday 9 September 2016. Officers from the Matrix gained entry into the flat at
Nominations sought for 2016 Sefton Shining Stars Awards
Nominations sought for 2016 Sefton Shining Stars Awards A Sefton charity is seeking nominations for a major awards scheme which recognises outstanding achievements by children and young people in the borough. The
Mark O’Brien Joins Southport On Loan
Mark O’Brien Joins Southport On Loan – 3 month loan deal for Luton Town defender Mark O’Brien has joined Southport from Luton Town on a three month loan deal. O’Brien arrives for his
Anger at continuing and hidden costs of Southport hospital boss exclusion
Anger at continuing and hidden costs of Southport hospital boss exclusion Local NHS spokesperson Councillor Tony Dawson said: “It is good that some degree of permanence is being restored to the Southport
Councillor Calls for Facelift for Iconic Landmarks
A campaigner councillor has called for some of Southport’s most iconic landmarks to undergo improvement work to return them to their full glory as a matter of urgency. Cllr David Barton has
CANCELLED – Southport Air Show Friday night flying
CANCELLED – Southport Air Show Friday night flying Due to adverse weather conditions forecast for this evening (September 9), tonight’s Friday Night Flying at the Southport Air Show is being cancelled. The
Southport women are running the Great North Run for Alzheimer’s Society
On Sunday 11th September Bethan, Kerry and Leonie will all be taking part in the Great North Run, which is 13.1 miles. They said:”We have chosen to run for Alzheimer’s Society which
Southport Air Show Weather Forecast
Southport Air Show Weather Forecast Today the Southport Air Show will get underway, Friday 9 September 2016 The first flight on Friday evening will be at 6:30pm and sadly the ‘experts’ predict
Swimming Teacher Wanted for Southport Area
Swimming Teacher Wanted for Southport Area The Water Whisperer Family Swim School has been in operation in the Southport area for decades and we have been in the local newspaper over 30
Southport’s Charity bonfire sign slashed by vandals
Southport’s Charity bonfire sign Slashed by vandals Southport’s largest fireworks event which has previously raised charitable funds for a range of deserving causes, such as Alder Hey Children’s Charity, Southport Samaritans and Help
Southport’s second manager of the season revealed as Steve Burr
Southport’s second manager of the season revealed as Steve Burr OTSNews.co.uk revealed last week that Steve Burr would be appointed as the new Southport FC manager. Its now official and Steve Burr
Southport litter wardens target man with mental heath issues
Photo: Litter wardens target man with mental heath issues (Bold Street) Southport litter wardens pick on a person with mental health issues Southport litter monitors dress in black and hide round corners
Southport Green Party Reality Check Over Transport For Special Needs Children
Green Party Reality Check Over Transport For Special Needs Children Throughout this week, families with children who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilties (SEND), have been struggling where transport provided by local