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Police have been made aware of an incident in the Longton area in which a firework has been attached to the head of a hedgehog and set off. It comes with great

Police are appealing for information after drivers failed to stop at the scene at separate accidents in Southport town centre. The occupants of a Red Ford Focus Ghia are believed to have

Offensive graffiti has been daubed across the side wall of a popular town centre restaurant. Employees of Pizza Express were told they will need to scrub off the offensive graffiti which has

Merseyside Police officers were out in force in #Southport yday (7th November) – 19 cars were stop checked on Shore Rd, resulting in 1 car being seized for no insurance, 4 drug

Police are investigating after cars were broken into around the Norwood Road area of Southport last night. One victim said: “Nothing was taken but glass have been left and when my mother

Merseyside Police is working with Liverpool FC and Manchester City ahead of their Premier League match at Anfield on Sunday, 10 November 2019 to ensure fans of both clubs have a safe

Veteran Southport journalist Martin Hovden writes: The Green Party will not fight the Southport constituency in next month’s general election, it was revealed today (Thursday). They will urge their supporters to vote

Emergency services have closed off Alexandra Road after a horrendous crash near to the junction of Albert Road this afternoon. Police and fire crews were calling following the crash between a car

Public sector organisations are being urged to be at the “forefront of the fight against modern slavery” by taking advantage of new training being offered by the region’s Police Commissioner designed to

Heroic paramedics throughout Southport have been honoured for their life saving services. A celebration was held recently to mark 20 years of ‘Community First Responders’ across the North West. North West Ambulance

Merseyside Police can confirm we are investigating an offensive tweet shared on social media yesterday (Sunday 3 November 2019). A report was received following the Everton v Tottenham Hotspur match that the

Young visitors to Ormskirk hospital’s emergency department will now have their visit brightened by a vibrant new mural which brings the jungle to life. The playroom was looking a little tired, so

Sefton residents interested in joining their GP practice patient group are being reminded that there is still time to book their place at two events to find out how. The special events,

The decision to post this has not been an easy one, however I feel that it’s something I need to do not only for my self but more importantly for those who

Detectives have released new CCTV images of a missing Blackburn man as they appeal for information to trace a woman who may be able to assist with their enquiries. Luke Noone, 21,

Active Sefton has launched its brand new Mini Members loyalty card to help families across the borough access discounted leisure services. The ‘Mini Members’ loyalty card allows families and youngsters in the

LIBERAL DEMOCRAT Leader Jo Swinson was left deeply embarrassed after Sky News presenter Sophy Ridge displayed a poll from the party’s campaign literature. The poll presented the Liberal Democrats in front of

The Labour campaign in Southport has been boosted this week by the presence of veteran Bootle councillor Gordon Friel. Councillor Friel (pictured left with fellow Brexiteer Tory Minister Esther McVey at a

The Brexit Party WILL stand for Parliament in Southport in the General Election, Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage has revealed today. Speaking on the BBC Andrew Marr show, Mr Farage said that

Appeal for information after a group teenagers vandalised a car on Lyndhurst Road at around 3.30pm this afternoon. If anyone recognises anyone involved please contact Merseyside Police on 101.

Two late goals from Morgan clinch all three points for Port. Results elsewhere mean we rise to 3rd! Next up a Lancashire Challenge Cup game against Ashton Athletic and then a long

The government has called a halt to shale gas extraction – or fracking – in England amid fears about earthquakes. The indefinite suspension comes after a report by the Oil and Gas

Southport will be looking to continue their strong run of form as they welcome Leamington to the Pure Stadium. After three straight league wins in a row, as well as a midweek

The website Best for Britain — which uses polling stats to recommend who Remainers should back in the election — has chosen LibDem John Wright as the best candidate to stop Brexit

Missing from Hillside last seen on Royal Birkdale Golf Course. In this coat, she will be very frightened unlikely to approach anyone. The owners are out looking for her now, if she

A cyclist has been seriously injured after being struck by a car near to Scarisbrick Hall School this evening. Police and paramedics have been called to the scene near to the school

On Tuesday 29th October 2019, officers from Southport Community Police Team arrested a male suspect who was wanted in connection with Business Burglaries in the Southport Area. Following his arrested and subsequent

Police in Southport wants to encourage people who work in the sex industry to report any crime-related activity they suffer. Often sought out by dangerous individuals who can pose a risk to