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Southport man charged over business burglaries in Southport and Birkdale

A man has been charged in connection with a number of burglaries and attempted burglaries at businesses in Southport and Birkdale.…

River Mersey foregrounded by white passenger ferries with Liverpool's skyline in the background.

Transport Yesterday

£26m Royal Daffodil officially enters service with Mersey Ferries

A new era for one of the Liverpool City Region’s most iconic attractions begins this week as the £26m Royal Daffodil officially en…

Crime Yesterday

Merseyside Police warn of scammers spoofing genuine switchboard number

Police are urging the public to be vigilant following reports that scammers have been calling people and purporting to be from Mer…

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Transport 2 days ago

Merseyrail celebrates colleagues at 2026 Achievement Awards

Merseyrail Achievement Awards shine a spotlight on outstanding colleague achievementsColleagues from across Merseyrail came togeth…

Health 2 days ago

Free Keep Warm, Keep Well events planned for older Sefton residents

With winter right around the corner, there are two events coming up which are ideal for older Sefton residents.Keep Warm, Keep Wel…

Large bold text 'CLUB NEWS' over a building exterior at dusk, with Southport FC logos visible on sides.

Sport 2 days ago

Southport schedule eight fixtures from November 7 to December 1

Southport FC have eight fixtures from November 7 to December 1, starting with a 3pm trip to National League North leaders South Sh…

Empty shopfronts on a sidewalk with a lamppost in the foreground and a 'to let' sign in one window.

Business 3 days ago

John Pugh calls for fresh strategy to restore Lord Street’s fortunes

The announcement in the Budget of an increase in the threshold for Small Business Rate Relief is a step in the right direction but…

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Emergency Services 3 days ago

Bright Sparx campaign calls for responsible Bonfire Night celebrations

As Bonfire Night approaches, Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service is encouraging residents to celebrate safely and responsibly as pa…

Sport 3 days ago

Southport beaten 2-1 by AFC Telford United at Haig Avenue

Southport fell to a 2-1 defeat against AFC Telford United at Haig Avenue on Saturday, 31 October, despite taking an early lead in …

Crime 4 days ago

Southport teenager charged over serious assault on 16-year-old girl

A teenager has been charged following a serious assault on a 16-year-old girl in Southport earlier this month.We received a report…

Southport Market Losses: stacked bar chart showing yearly losses from 2023 to 2026 with values 183K, 119K, 115K, 162K.

Council 4 days ago

Sefton market records £162,000 loss despite forecast £101,000 surplus

Next week councillors will try to get to grip with the puzzle of why a Market which was set to be making a profit for the council …

Health 5 days ago

Government accepts JCVI advice on spring 2027 COVID-19 vaccinations

The government has accepted advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) on eligibility for the spring 2…

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What's On 5 days ago

Southport fans can claim limited-edition Hunger Games cinema merchandise

Celebrate the latest Hunger Games film with limited-edition merch and special one-off screenings at Vue SouthportTickets are now o…

Rendering of a long coastal pier with a green cycle path, trees, benches, and pedestrians along the promenade.

Environment 5 days ago

Preferred Mersey barrage route marks major step for tidal power plans

Project could generate up to 1 gigawatt of green energy over 120 yearsThousands of jobs created in construction and operationBromb…

Man with beard leaning on yellow railing in stadium stands, banners in background reading The Jack Carr Lads.

Sport 5 days ago

Southport fans urged to welcome new manager Calum McIntyre

With a fresh start and a new direction for the club, there's never been a better time to get behind the lads and show your support…

Aerial view of a roundabout with surrounding shops, cars, and green trees.

Transport 6 days ago

Lane narrowing at Kew Roundabout as next phase of works begins

Sefton Council is reminding residents that road works on Phase 2 of the Southport Eastern Access scheme will start on Monday 2nd N…

Council 6 days ago

Birkdale councillor Simon Shaw calls planning changes a ‘backward step’

The way local planning applications are decided sees a big change from the weekend, and Birkdale Lib Dem councillor Simon Shaw say…

Sport 6 days ago

Southport appoint former Chester manager Calum McIntyre

Southport are delighted to confirm the appointment of Calum McIntyre as our new manager.Calum is no stranger to Haig Avenue having…

Car overturned on its side blocking residential street; police car and officers at scene with bystanders nearby.

Emergency Services 6 days ago

Two vehicles collide at Portland Street and Cemetery Road junction in Southport

Two vehicles have collided at the traffic-light junction of Portland Street and Cemetery Road in Southport.One car was left on its…

Emergency Services 6 days ago

Merseyside firefighters targeted in violence during last year’s Bonfire period

Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service (MFRS) is urging parents and guardians to know where their children are this Bonfire night, follo…

People stand among tall columns immersed in vibrant rainbow light projections.

Culture 6 days ago

Southport 2026 shortlisted for Liverpool City Region tourism award

Southport 2026: Elegantly Eccentric has been shortlisted for Event/Festival of the Year in the Liverpool City Region Tourism Award…

Red and black campaign banner with message about abuse, urging action and awareness.

Crime 6 days ago

Merseyside campaign highlights abuse by sons against mothers

A new phase of Merseyside Police and the Police and Crime Commissioners' Taking Action campaignhas launched today (Thursday 29thOc…

Four people standing outdoors between two banners for EFT Group, blue sky and trees behind.

Business 6 days ago

£9m EFT Group headquarters approved for Southport Business Park

A £9 million investment in Southport's economic future has taken a major step forward after ambitious plans were approved to build…

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What's On 6 days ago

David Domoney to return to Southport Flower Show in 2027

National Garden and Nature Presenter to return to Southport Flower Show in 2027Southport Flower Show is delighted to announce that…

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Crime 28 Oct 2026

Southport man arrested after reports of banging at Sussex Road shop

Police have arrested two men in connection with burglary offences in SouthportAt around 3.20am this morning, Wednesday 28 October,…

Sport 28 Oct 2026

Southport FC host AFC Telford United after Macclesfield postponement

Southport FC will host AFC Telford United at Haig Avenue on Saturday, October 31, with kick-off at 3pm.The match follows the postp…

Business 28 Oct 2026

Gas standing charges to be scrapped for millions of households from 2027

Tens of millions of households will no longer pay standing charges on their gas bills as the Government gives families more contro…

Crime 27 Oct 2026

Man sentenced after fleeing police through Merseyside stations and tunnels

A man who caused widespread disruption and £30,000 in delays on the railway in Merseyside has been sentenced, following a British …

Stacks of banknotes scattered in a wooden drawer or bag on a carpeted floor.

Council 27 Oct 2026

Sefton Council launches free calculator to help households claim support

Sefton Council is helping local households on low income find out if they are entitled to extra money through the Better Off Calcu…

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Environment 27 Oct 2026

Households can borrow up to £35,000 for clean energy improvements

Households will save money on their energy bills thanks to the new Warm Homes Loan Scheme for technology like heat pumps, batterie…

Workers in bright orange high-visibility clothing on scaffolding inside a curved brick tunnel.

Transport 27 Oct 2026

New footage reveals progress on Merseyrail’s Victorian tunnel upgrades

New footage has been released showing £3.5m upgrades to Victorian-era tunnels on Liverpool’s Merseyrail network.Today (Tuesday 27 …

Child wearing purple jacket walks away from camera along a cracked, leaf-strewn pavement beside a brick building with a railing and clotheslines.

Education 27 Oct 2026

Free accredited training aims to tackle child poverty barriers in Sefton

Education and early years professionals across Sefton are being encouraged to sign up for free accredited training to help ensure …

Crime 27 Oct 2026

Southport man charged after cash and goods taken from town centre stores

A man has been charged with four burglary offences after several items were taken from stores in Southport town centre in the earl…

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Property 27 Oct 2026

New Belong village in Birkdale to open with independent living apartments

Belong Birkdale, the new state-of-the-art village for older people from the leading dementia specialist, has released its independ…

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Crime 26 Oct 2026

New details shared two months after woman’s body was found in Stanley Park

Police are continuing to appeal for information two months on from the discovery of the body of a woman in Stanley Park.We were co…