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Transport 12 Nov 2024

On Sunday 17 November, due to essential signalling work, Merseyrail's northern line will be disrupted

On Sunday 17 November, due to essential signalling work, Merseyrail's northern line will be disrupted. Ormskirk & Hunts Cross line…

Other 12 Nov 2024

Nine reasons YULE want to visit Southport this Christmas as host of festive crackers unveiled!

Nine reasons YULE want to visit Southport this Christmas as host of festive crackers unveiled! They say it’s the season to be joll…

Health 12 Nov 2024

Pressure is mounting for a return of Children’s A & E to Southport

Pressure is mounting for a return of Children’s A & E to Southport with two motions being debated on Thursday by Sefton calling fo…

Health 12 Nov 2024

New Survey to Shape Future of Pharmacy Services in Sefton

People who live in Sefton and who use local high street pharmacies and chemists are being asked to take part in a survey. Pharmaci…

Crime 11 Nov 2024

Unbelievable Attack in Southport: Man Spits and Hurls Homophobic Slurs at Arresting Officer

Police have charged a man with assault and hate crime following an incident in Southport on Saturday, 9 November.At around 2.25pm,…

Business 11 Nov 2024

Free Business Event in Southport Features Disaster Recovery Authority and Leading Economist

Business people in Southport are invited to a supportive event where they can learn from a leading authority in disaster recovery …

Crime 11 Nov 2024

Continued focus to prevent, target and reduce knife crime and street robbery as Sceptre begins

Today (11 November 2024) marks the launch of Sceptre, the national week of action targeting knife crime for police forces across t…

Environment 11 Nov 2024

Sefton Council Completes Sale of Land to National Trust for Green Revamp

Plans to create new and more diverse, nature-rich, habitats for nature in Sefton received a boost with the news that the Council h…

Other 11 Nov 2024

Armistice Day 2024. Southport remembers . Video

"When you go home, tell them of us and say, for your tomorrow they gave our today."At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th mo…

Sport 11 Nov 2024

Southport FC Play Warrington Town Twice This Week

Southport have two games against Warrington Town this coming week to look forward to. Tuesday is the Liverpool Senior Cup tie at C…

Community 10 Nov 2024

Southport Remembrance Sunday 2024. Last Post and Parade videos

Thousands gathered at Southport's War memorial this morning to remember those who gave their lives for the country. Two videos of …

Sport 10 Nov 2024

Southport 1 Peterborough Sports 2. Match report

Southport go down to just the second home defeat of the season losing 2-1 to Peterboorugh Sports who have become something of a bo…

Transport 9 Nov 2024

Crash closes Marine Drive in Southport

The Marine Drive in Southport has been closed this afternoon between Marshside Road and The Plough roundabout and vice versa follo…

Community 9 Nov 2024

Join Woodlands for a Grand Birthday Bash at Southport's Prestigious Grand Hotel

What are you doing 1st March next year? Not sure? Well how about celebrating Woodlands Animal Sanctuary’s 20th birthday with them …

Crime 8 Nov 2024

Three more charged after violent disorder including 2 Southport teenagers

Detectives investigating Violent Disorder in Merseyside have now charged 100 people.The latest three people charged are as follows…

Council 8 Nov 2024

Council issues PSPO reminder to those overnight parking

Sefton Council wants to remind residents and visitors of the Coastal and Visitor Area Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) which …

Community 8 Nov 2024

Crossens Village Brightened by New Planters, Say Lib Dem Councillors

Planters bringing colour to Crossens say local Councillors Meols Ward Lib Dem Councillors have welcomed the new planters in Crosse…

Environment 8 Nov 2024

Coastal and Visitor Area PSPO: Protecting Sefton's Natural Coastline

Sefton Council wants to remind residents and visitors of the Coastal and Visitor Area Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) which …

Crime 8 Nov 2024

Teenage Boys Apprehended on Crossens Recreation Ground with Illegal Substances

Following a rise in reports of anti-social behaviour (ASB) and criminal damage around the Crossens area of Southport, we have incr…

Politics 8 Nov 2024

Southport MP Patrick Hurley Shares Thoughts on End of Life Bill

Southport MP Patrick Hurley comments on the end of life bill On the 29th of November, parliament will have an initial debate (Seco…

Transport 8 Nov 2024

Residents Encouraged to Participate in Liverpool City Region Transport Plan Consultation

All residents are invited to have their say on a new Local Transport Plan for the Liverpool City Region. The plan outlines how Liv…

Crime 7 Nov 2024

£80,000 worth of stolen plant machinery recovered in Ormskirk

This morning, in the Ormskirk area, South Rural Task Force executed a warrant and seized £80,000 worth of plant machinery which ha…

Transport 7 Nov 2024

All About the Rail Works Anticipated to Impact London Euston Travel this Christmas

Passengers travelling over the festive period are strongly urged to plan their journeys in advance as major rail upgrades mean Eus…

Crime 7 Nov 2024

16 year old boy from Ainsdale one of four more arrests after violent disorder in Southport

Detectives have arrested four more people in connection with incidents of Violent Disorder in Merseyside. A 45-year-old man from B…

Crime 7 Nov 2024

Large numbers of Police on The Marine Drive Southport.

This afternoon, large numbers of officers from Merseyside Police were on Marine Drive in Southport. They were pulling over motoris…

Transport 7 Nov 2024

Fatal M6 Collision: Police Appeal for Witnesses

Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses after a collision on the M6 motorway. We were called at about 11.20am yesterday (Wed…

Health 6 Nov 2024

Southport and Ormskirk Anaesthetics Departments Awarded Prestigious ACSA

The Anaesthetics Departments at Southport and Ormskirk hospitals has been awarded the prestigious Anaesthesia Clinical Services Ac…

Crime 6 Nov 2024

Former Sefton Mayor Handed 9-Month Sentence for Indecent Images

At Liverpool Magistrate Courts today former Sefton Mayor and Councillor Paul Tweed was sentenced to 9 months for posessing indecen…

Transport 6 Nov 2024

Mayor Rotheram Extends £2 Bus Fare Cap until 2025 in Liverpool City Region

Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram has announced that he is extending the region’s £2 bus fare cap until September 2025, e…

Community 6 Nov 2024

Travellers take over ECO Centre car park in Southport

A large group of Travellers have once again taken over the ECO Centre car park that used to be the P&R. Scores of caravans are hid…

Other 6 Nov 2024

Free Warmth and Wellness Events Hosted by Sefton Council in Southport

Sefton Council is once again hosting Keep Warm, Keep Well events this November for those over 50 as part of its commitment to help…

Emergency Services 5 Nov 2024

Non-suspicious Death Announced after Southport Train-Line Incident

British Transport Police have confirmed a person was hit by a train on the Southport line just before 7pm on Monday, November 4th,…

Politics 5 Nov 2024

Sefton Conservatives Renew Calls for Mandatory DBS Checks for Councillors

Following the shocking news that a former Sefton Labour Group Councillor has pleaded guilty to making indecent images of children,…

Health 5 Nov 2024

Super Bodies - NHS New Campaign Charges Against Common Illnesses

Super Bodies’ is a new NHS campaign covering Cheshire and Merseyside highlighting simple ways that parents can treat their childre…

Politics 5 Nov 2024

Southport Lib Dems Deem Budget Negligent Over Pension Compensation Issue

The Labour Government’s first Budget has failed to give the thousands of women that missed out on their pensions the financial jus…

Transport 5 Nov 2024

Festive travel advice for passengers ahead of Manchester Christmas Markets

Network Rail is keeping passengers safely on the move this Christmas, but antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated. Passengers a…

Sport 4 Nov 2024

Southport vs Peterborough: Last Call for Tickets and Programmes

Southport are back at The Big Help Stadium on Saturday when Peterborough Sports are their visitors, the kick off is at 3pm. This w…

Transport 4 Nov 2024

£500 Million Pothole-fixing Plan: Relief for Southport Drivers

Patrick Hurley MP has welcomed the Labour Government’s plans for a £500 million boost to efforts to fix local roads in Southport a…

Culture 4 Nov 2024

Lemar and Toploader play at spectacular Christmas live show in Southport

On Saturday November 23, Southport town centre will be awash with entertainment and activities to welcome in the Christmas season.…

Crime 4 Nov 2024

Man jailed for six years for sexually assaulting two women in Southport

A man has been jailed for six years after sexually assaulting two women in Southport. Peter Hudson, 52, of Cranfield Drive, in Che…

Politics 4 Nov 2024

Public Services Boosted with Launch of GOV.UK Forms Digital Platform

People across the country will be able to complete government forms online more quickly and easily, boosting efficiency and speedi…