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The Liverpool City Region is set to take back control of its trains under plans unveiled by Mayor Steve Rotheram.

The Liverpool City Region is set to take back control of its trains under plans unveiled today by Mayor Steve Rotheram.A report go…

Sport Yesterday

Royal Birkdale member Matthew Baldwin will get The 154th Open under way on home soil after being given the honour of the historic opening tee shot.

Royal Birkdale member Matthew Baldwin will get The 154th Open under way on home soil after being given the honour of the historic …

Sport Yesterday

Joe Dean from England won the Last-Chance Qualifier to secure the final place in the field at The 154th Open at Royal Birkdale.

England’s Joe Dean claimed success in the inaugural Last-Chance Qualifier to secure the final place in the field for The 154thOpen…

Environment Yesterday

The R&A is celebrating ten years of Greenlinks at The 154th Open at Birkdale

The R&A is celebrating ten years of Greenlinks at The 154th Open, marking a decade of continuous progress in making its championsh…

Sport 2 days ago

World No 1 Scottie Scheffler practises at Royal Birkdale ahead of The Open

World No 1 Scottie Scheffler has been practising at Royal Birkdale ahead of The Open, which begins on Thursday 16 July.Scheffler h…

Community 3 days ago

Thousands watch the Orange Parade in Southport. Video

Glorious weather as thousands of people gathered in Southport to celebrate the 2026 Orangemen's Day parade. Nevill Street was pack…

Transport 4 days ago

Free bus travel for all 5-to-15-year-olds in England will be available next month.

As schools shut for summer, free bus travel for all 5-to-15-year-olds in England will be available next month.Roads Minister, Simo…

Emergency Services 4 days ago

Police appeal after fatal RTC

Police are appealing for information and footage after two people sadly died following a collision on 9th July.Emergency services …

Emergency Services 4 days ago

Merseyside prepares to welcome visitors to 154th Open Golf at Royal Birkdale

Merseyside is this week preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the region as The 154th Open gets underway at Ro…

Emergency Services 5 days ago

What to remember if you're heading to the coast

While Sefton is not due to be the hottest corner of the country this weekend, hot and sunny weather is expected over the next few …

Transport 6 days ago

Plan Ahead: Railway Closure Announced for Southport-Wigan Line

Passengers travelling between Southport and Wigan have been warned to plan ahead during upcoming engineering works.Teams from Netw…

Emergency Services 6 days ago

Temporary No-Drone Zone Implemented for Open Golf Championship at Royal Birkdale

A temporary flight restriction zone, specifically affecting drones, will be in place above Royal Birkdale golf course as part of t…

What's On 6 days ago

Annual Orange Lodge Parades head for Southport this Saturday

The annual Orange Lodge parades will take place in Southport this Saturday, 11th July.Starting at 11am the parade will head along …

Sport 7 Jul 2026

Final Lineup For Last-Chance Qualifier At Royal Birkdale Unveiled

The twelve golfers to compete in the Last-Chance Qualifier at Royal Birkdale on Monday 13 July have been announced by The R&A.The …

Crime 7 Jul 2026

Merseyside Police Earns Outstanding Rating for Crime Prevention and Deterrence

Merseyside Police has been recognised as outstanding for preventing and deterring crime, antisocial behaviour and reducing vulnera…

Council 7 Jul 2026

Sefton Council Revives In-house Pest Control Services for Wasps and Ants

Sefton Council is pleased to announce the return of its in-house pest control services for wasps and ants.A significant nuisanceWa…

Community 6 Jul 2026

Sefton Crowd Invites Applications to Transform Community-led Ideas into Reality

Local residents, community groups and charitable organisations are, once again, being invited to turn their ideas into reality thr…

Transport 6 Jul 2026

More than 300,000 Golf Fans Expected for Open Championship at Royal Birkdale

More than 300,000 people set to attend Open Golf Championship at Royal BirkdaleIncreased frequency on Merseyrail services to help …

Politics 6 Jul 2026

Southport Conservatives Fight for Botanic Gardens Aviary

Reverse the Decision to Close the Aviary at Botanic Gardens Say Southport Conservatives Southport Conservatives are calling on Sef…

What's On 5 Jul 2026

Europe's Longest Stepping Stones Open at WWT Martin Mere

Visitors to WWT Martin Mere are invited to take on Lancashire's newest outdoor adventure as spectacular 68-metre attraction opens …

Sport 3 Jul 2026

Potential Weather Threats Prompt Rescheduling of England-Mexico World Cup Match

England's World Cup last-16 tie with Mexico is set to be moved to 19:00 BST on Sunday.Fifa is understood to be bringing forward th…

Crime 3 Jul 2026

Man Charged Over High Value Fragrance Theft in Southport

A man has been charged after several high value fragrances were stolen from a shop in Southport.In May 2026 officers received repo…

news 3 Jul 2026

Southport Conservatives Call for Welfare Cuts to Boost Defence Spending

Cut Welfare to Pay for Defence Say Southport Conservatives Labour is failing on defence and prioritising welfare over our nation’s…

Education 3 Jul 2026

Ready for School this September? Join in on the Thrive Before 5 Experience!

Fun activities to do with your child this summer before they start school in September.This summer, we are inviting families to ta…

news 2 Jul 2026

Network Rail Issues Travel Tips for Rugby League's Magic Weekend

Passengers travelling into Liverpool to enjoy rugby league’s amazing Magic Weekend have been issued with helpful travel tips.Liver…

news 2 Jul 2026

Scottie Scheffler to Headline Inaugural Heroes Classic at Royal Birkdale

Champion Golfer Scottie Scheffler will headline a star-studded field for theinaugural Heroes Classic, which is taking place on Tue…

Emergency Services 1 Jul 2026

Operation Limit: Lancashire Police's Summer Crackdown on Drink and Drug Driving

Lancashire Police are urging motorists not to drink or drug drive throughout the summer, warning offenders they will face the full…

Environment 1 Jul 2026

Major Boost to Cleaner Sefton Streets, Thanks to Chewing Gum Task Force

Sefton Council has won £25,999 funding to tackle the sticky issue of chewing gum that blights communities.Crosby, Litherland, Magh…

news 1 Jul 2026

Sefton Initiates Catch-Up Plans for Weed Treatments Affected by Weather Delays

Sefton’s second borough-wide weed spraying phase of the year is now underway.Covering pavements and roads across the Borough's 620…

Transport 30 Jun 2026

Northern Improves Customer Satisfaction: Among Most Improved UK Train Operators

Northern improves in latest rail industry customer satisfaction resultsNorthern's 'Creating Customer Confidence' programme is help…

Council 30 Jun 2026

Future Proposals for Southport Liveable Neighbourhood Scheme Await Consultation

“In 2021, Sefton Council with Sustrans (now Walk Wheel Cycle Trust) worked to develop proposals by the community to propose a sche…

Community 30 Jun 2026

Sefton Crowd Helps Local Ideas Bloom into Successful Community Endeavours

Local residents, community groups and charitable organisations are, once again, being invited to turn their ideas into reality thr…

Business 30 Jun 2026

Local Digital, Creative & Tech Businesses Invited to Free Sefton Huddle

InvestSefton is inviting local Digital, Creative & Tech (DCT) businesses to attend the next, free Sefton Huddle between 12 noon an…

news 30 Jun 2026

Scarisbrick man charged with manslaughter

Police have a significant update to bring you in our investigation into the death of Thomas Olverson from July 2024.To remind you …

Crime 30 Jun 2026

Search for Natasha Ward: Wanted on Prison Recall

Police are appealing for information to help find a wanted woman from Bootle.Natasha Ward, 36, is wanted on a prison recall after …