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Passengers urged to avoid rail travel during Sunday bridge removal near Watford

Passengers travelling between London, the West Midlands, North West England and Scotland are being urged to avoid rail travel on S…

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Council 2 days ago

Tributes paid to three-time Sefton Mayor Maureen Fearn

Sefton Council is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Mayor Mrs Maureen Fearn.Flags at Sefton Council buildings are …

Health 3 days ago

Eligible people can book flu jabs through GPs, pharmacies and the NHS

Flu jabs for certain groups, including pregnant women and children, started on Tuesday 1st September. They are also available for …

Health 3 days ago

Mersey and West Lancashire NHS Trust to hold annual meeting online

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust will be broadcasting its Annual General Meeting on:Tuesday 29th September …

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Emergency Services 3 days ago

Family remember ‘inspiring’ Southport teacher after tragic death

A man who died following a tragic incident at a level crossing in Lancashire has been named as his family pay tribute to him.Briti…

Crime 3 days ago

Man arrested after knife incident at Southport flats

A 31-year-old man has been arrested after police were called to reports of threats and a concern for safety at a flat on Avondale …

Business 3 days ago

Two Southport employers named for underpaying 25 workers

Latest list of employers who have underpaid workers revealed as Government hands enforcement powers to new dedicated body. Around …

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What's On 3 days ago

Full speaker line-up announced for North West Bird Watching Festival

The full line-up of guest speakers has now been announced for Lancashire’s North West Bird Watching Festival, taking place at WWT …

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Crime 3 days ago

Police say new facial recognition system will target serious offenders

Lancashire Police is to launch the use of Live Facial Recognition (LFR), helping prevent and detect crime, while protecting the mo…

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Business 4 days ago

Southport Air Show delivers boost to town’s visitor economy

Tens of thousands of visitors enjoyed a wonderful weekend of aviation and family entertainment as the Southport Air Show once agai…

Business 5 days ago

£10m Hospitality Grant Scheme opens to support pubs and cafés

Boost for local pubs, restaurants and cafes as £10 million Hospitality Grant Scheme launches for applications Funding aims to back…

Community 5 days ago

Appeal to find next of kin of John Hyland, 88, in Southport

An appeal has been launched to find the next of kin of 88-year-old John Hyland, who died at Lakeside View nursing home in Southpor…

Sport 5 days ago

Southport FC to visit Spalding United for first time on Saturday

Southport FC will visit Spalding United for the first time on Saturday, September 5, when the National League North fixture kicks …

Business 5 days ago

HMRC reminds vaping businesses to prepare for £2.20 duty from October

With Vaping Products Duty and the Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme starting on 1 October 2026, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding…

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Environment 6 days ago

Shaun the Sheep among 21 names on 2026/27 storm list

The Met Office has revealed the 21 names that could be used for major storms affecting the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands during …

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What's On 6 days ago

£4 Vue tickets available across all films and seats this weekend

Celebrate National Cinema Weekend at Vue Southport with £4 tickets – including summer hits Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Odyss…

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Crime 6 days ago

Police renew appeal to identify woman found dead in a bin bag in Stanley Park

Merseyside Police have renewed their appeal for help identifying a woman whose body was found in a black bin bag in Stanley Park, …

Emergency Services 6 days ago

Lancashire Fire and Rescue asks residents to shape 2027–2032 plan

Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service is asking people who live and work in Lancashire to take part in a consultation on the risks it…

Emergency Services 6 days ago

Two fire engines attend vehicle fire at The Gravel

Two fire engines attended a large vehicle fire at The Gravel, Mere Brow, near Tarleton, in the early hours of Saturday, 29 August.…

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Health 6 days ago

Southport and Formby cancer support service cuts approved by local doctors

The savage cutbacks to the Macmillan Cancer Network in Southport and Formby have just been given the go-ahead by local doctors des…

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What's On 30 Aug 2026

Video: Highlights from Sunday’s Southport Airshow before the rain arrived

A video captures highlights from Sunday’s Southport Airshow before the rain arrived.The event took place on the Southport seafront…

Sport 30 Aug 2026

Southport FC host fourth-placed Hereford at Haig Avenue on Bank Holiday Monday

Southport FC return to Haig Avenue on Bank Holiday Monday, August 31, to host fourth-placed Hereford in the National League North.…

What's On 30 Aug 2026

Thunderstorm cuts short Red Arrows display at Southport Air Show

A thunderstorm cut short the Red Arrows’ display at Southport Air Show on Sunday, 30 August 2026.The display was put on hold as he…

Sport 30 Aug 2026

Southport beaten 5-1 by Scarborough Athletic

Southport were beaten 5-1 by Scarborough Athletic in the Enterprise National League North on Saturday, August 29.The match was goa…

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Emergency Services 29 Aug 2026

Man dies after train collides with van at Burscough level crossing

A man has died after a train collided with a van at Martins Lane Crossing in Burscough.The crash happened shortly after 3pm on Sat…

Transport 29 Aug 2026

Train hits vehicle on line between Southport and Burscough

A train has hit a vehicle on the railway line between Southport and Burscough.No further details about the incident, including the…

Event update poster showing date and graphic for Southport Air Show 2026 on a dark blue background.

What's On 29 Aug 2026

Southport Air Show opens as three Saturday displays are cancelled

Southport Air Show has opened on Saturday, August 29, with three planned flying displays cancelled.The cancellations are due to te…

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Business 28 Aug 2026

Citizens Advice says three million smart meters are failing to deliver

Gillian Cooper, Director of Energy at Citizens Advice responded to the government’s latest smart meter statistics“Smart meters are…

Transport 28 Aug 2026

Liverpool John Lennon Airport drop-off charge will rise to £7

The minimum charge for using Liverpool John Lennon Airport’s Express Drop Off and Pick Up car park will rise from £6 to £7 on Tues…

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What's On 28 Aug 2026

Southport Air Show preparations continue ahead of Saturday opening

Preparations are continuing along Southport seafront ahead of the 2026 Southport Air Show, which opens on Saturday, August 29.Trad…

Environment 28 Aug 2026

Visitors urged to plan ahead as Sefton Coast faces busy weekend

Ahead of a busy Bank Holiday weekend, Sefton Council is encouraging people to think ahead and respect their surroundings if they p…

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Business 28 Aug 2026

Great British Summer Savings scheme ends at midnight on 1 September

A VAT cut from 20% to 5% on kids’ meals in restaurants and tickets to attractions like theatres and soft play has been in place si…

What's On 27 Aug 2026

Avengers: Endgame Encore tickets go on sale at Vue Southport

Tickets for Avengers: Endgame Encore go on sale at Vue Southport from midnight on Tuesday 1 September, ahead of the film’s return …

Crime 27 Aug 2026

Two arrested after cards from purse taken in Southport taxi used in three transactions

A woman and a man have been arrested after credit cards from a purse taken from a taxi in Southport were used in three transaction…

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Emergency Services 27 Aug 2026

Police issue travel and safety advice ahead of Southport Air Show

Police are issuing advice to people planning to attend this weekend’s Southport Air Show to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyab…