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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 what does it mean for Lord St and how much differ…

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What's On 2 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…

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Environment 2 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…

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Sport 2 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…

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Transport 3 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 3 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 3 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…

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Emergency Services 3 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 3 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…

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Culture 3 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…

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Crime 3 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…

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Business 3 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 3 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 4 days ago

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 4 days ago

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 4 days ago

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 5 days ago

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 …

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Council 5 days ago

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 5 days ago

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…

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Transport 5 days ago

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 …

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Education 5 days ago

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 5 days ago

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 5 days ago

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 6 days ago

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…

Emergency Services 6 days ago

Small precautions can help keep Merseyside safe this Halloween and Bonfire Night

With Halloween and Bonfire Night fast approaching, Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service (MFRS) is reminding residents to keep families…

Transport 6 days ago

Southport trains disrupted by Northern line signalling problems until 5pm

Train services to and from Southport may be cancelled or delayed on Monday, October 26, because of signalling problems at Sandhill…

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Environment 6 days ago

Volunteers urged to help tackle Sea Buckthorn on Sefton Coast

You may not know it, but the Sefton Coast is home to a battle that has been going on for generations. Sefton Council's John Dempse…

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Council 6 days ago

Expressions of interest open for facilities in Ainsdale, Southport and Formby

Community organisations are now being invited to submit Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for four Sefton facilities as part of the C…

Sport 6 days ago

Southport drawn away to Alfreton Town in FA Trophy second round

Southport will travel to Alfreton Town in the second round proper of the FA Trophy.The tie was confirmed in the draw held on Monda…

Sport 6 days ago

Storm Boelo damage forces postponement of Southport’s Macclesfield game

Following the passing of Storm Boelo over the weekend, there was significant damage caused to Southport’s stadium, including damag…

Sport 6 days ago

Southport host Macclesfield at Haig Avenue on Tuesday

Southport host Macclesfield at Haig Avenue on Tuesday, October 27, with kick-off at 7.45pm.Tickets are available online until kick…

Politics 6 days ago

Prime Minister says everyone sleeping rough will be offered support before Christmas

Prime Minister sets out confidence that everyone sleeping rough will be offered route off the street before Christmas, backed by a…

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Crime 6 days ago

Man charged over Southport bank robbery and Bootle burglary

Police have charged a man with burglary and robbery offences as part of ongoing investigations in Sefton.Alexander Porter, 46, of …

Sport 25 Oct 2026

Southport earn hard-fought point at King’s Lynn

Southport battled to a deserved 0-0 draw at King’s Lynn Town on Saturday, 24 October, in difficult conditions.The Sandgrounders re…

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Emergency Services 24 Oct 2026

SP Energy Networks issues advice for Merseyside power cuts

SP Energy Networks, which covers Merseyside, has issue the following advice on what to do in the event of a power cut.They urge pe…

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Transport 24 Oct 2026

Merseyrail cancels early services on Southport line for track checks

On Sunday 25 October some first trains of the day will run without passengers to ensure lines are clear and safe for use. A full l…

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

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Bright Sparx campaign calls for responsible Bonfire Night celebrations

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

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

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Southport fans can claim limited-edition Hunger Games cinema merchandise

Preferred Mersey barrage route marks major step for tidal power plans

Southport fans urged to welcome new manager Calum McIntyre

Lane narrowing at Kew Roundabout as next phase of works begins

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

Southport appoint former Chester manager Calum McIntyre

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

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

Southport 2026 shortlisted for Liverpool City Region tourism award

Merseyside campaign highlights abuse by sons against mothers

£9m EFT Group headquarters approved for Southport Business Park

David Domoney to return to Southport Flower Show in 2027

Southport man arrested after reports of banging at Sussex Road shop

Southport FC host AFC Telford United after Macclesfield postponement

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

Man sentenced after fleeing police through Merseyside stations and tunnels

Sefton Council launches free calculator to help households claim support

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

New footage reveals progress on Merseyrail’s Victorian tunnel upgrades

Free accredited training aims to tackle child poverty barriers in Sefton

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

New Belong village in Birkdale to open with independent living apartments

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

Small precautions can help keep Merseyside safe this Halloween and Bonfire Night

Southport trains disrupted by Northern line signalling problems until 5pm

Volunteers urged to help tackle Sea Buckthorn on Sefton Coast

Expressions of interest open for facilities in Ainsdale, Southport and Formby

Southport drawn away to Alfreton Town in FA Trophy second round

Storm Boelo damage forces postponement of Southport’s Macclesfield game

Southport host Macclesfield at Haig Avenue on Tuesday

Prime Minister says everyone sleeping rough will be offered support before Christmas

Man charged over Southport bank robbery and Bootle burglary

Southport earn hard-fought point at King’s Lynn

SP Energy Networks issues advice for Merseyside power cuts

Merseyrail cancels early services on Southport line for track checks