Patrick Hurley: Guilty plea a milestone to recovery
A statement from Patrick Hurley MP: “Today’s guilty plea brings us a step closer to justice for the victims and their families affected by the hideous atrocity in Southport on July 29,
Rudakubana pleads GUILTY to murder in Southport trial
The man who murdered three young girls in Southport last summer has now plead guilty to the crime. Axel Rudakubana changed his plea on Monday morning in a shock twist at Liverpool
Restoration underway for Southport’s former Leo’s Bar on Nevill Street
A dilapidated building that put a historic Southport street at risk of turning into an eyesore will now be saved thanks to its new owners and Sefton Council. The former Leo’s Bar
Attorney General issues advice to social media users ahead of Axel Rudakubana trial
The UK’s Attorney General issues a reminder about commenting on the trial of Axel Rudakubana and risks of being in contempt of court. Axel Rudakubana has been charged with 16 offences including
Lucky cops sniff out Formby whiskey thieves
A chance traffic stop by officers in Waterloo yesterday (Monday 13 January) led them to find 10 bottles of whiskey stolen from a shop in Formby minutes earlier. The officers had spotted
Southport influencer hit with driving ban after doing 93mph on motorway
A Southport mum and successful social media influencer guru has been banned from driving after being caught speeding on the motorway. Magistrates said they would not spare Lucia Campolucci-Bordi, 32, from a
Hesketh Bank man jailed for inappropriate behaviour towards young girls
A man has been jailed for inappropriate behaviour towards a teenage girl in a Southport shop. On Thursday 9 January a 15-year-old girl was with her friend in B&M at Central 12
Bolton man charged over Hillside Pizza Parlour damage
Police have charged a 34-year-old man with stalking and criminal damage after a pizza parlour was targeted in a string of incidents which shocked staff and customers alike. Colin Cooper, of Waterside
£5.6mn funding announced for Southport’s post-tragedy recovery
At least £5.6 Million will be spent on aiding the recovery of Southport, with the majority of funds being used to support schools around the town, those impacted by both events, local
Air ambulance lands in Marine Gate after serious incident
An air ambulance has landed on the lawns of Marine Gate Mansions in Southport this afternoon following a serious incident in the town centre. Emergency services are understood to have been called
Tickets now on sale for Volare restaurant charity lunch
One of Southport’s most popular restaurants is set to host a charity afternoon to raise funds for Alder Hey. Volare on Lord Street will open its doors from 12pm-4pm on Thursday, February
Businesses left with rubbish headache as bins overflow
An annual council shutdown is causing a headache for businesses and residents alike across Southport with some bins not set to be emptied for at least another week. One Birkdale Village business
CCTV appeal after rape in Southport pub
*This story contains details of a sexual assault. Links to support services are listed at the bottom of this article* Detectives investigating a rape in Southport in the early hours of Friday
Opinion: Where is the best Christmas Eve pub in Southport?
There are few better places to revel in Christmas Eve spirit than your local. Pubs are often considered a great place to visit on Christmas Eve because they combine a festive atmosphere
Man arrested on suspicion of murder after body found at Braemar Avenue
Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murder, after a 70-year-old was found dead at a house on Braemer Avenue on Sunday. A statement from Merseyside Police said:”We can confirm we
Viral Southport rioter jailed for 30 months after being ridiculed online
A Southport man who took a brick to his genitals and subsequently became a laughing stock online has now been jailed for two years and six months for his part in the
Man sought by detectives over Southport sexual offence report
Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who may have information that could assist enquiries following a sexual offence in Southport. Police received a report of an incident that occurred in
Last chance to order Farmhouse Kitchen’s festive feast boxes
Time is running out to secure Southport’s best at-home festive feasts. The award-winning Farmhouse Kitchen elves are busy putting the finishing touches on their hugely popular Christmas treasure trove of savory and
Southport thief banned from every Tesco supermarket in town
A Southport man branded a ‘prolific thief’ by police is no longer allowed to enter a series of large chain supermarkets in Southport. Wayne Lewis, 47, of no fixed abode, was given
MAN FROM SOUTHPORT JAILED FOR 21 YEARS FOR RAPING THREE WOMEN
A man from Southport has been jailed for 21 years for raping three women during separate incidents between 2003 and 2018. Paul Wilson, 44, of Southbank Road, in Southport, denied four counts
SOUTHPORT MAN ARRESTED ON SUSPICION OF ONLINE SEXUAL OFFENCES
Detectives have arrested a man as part of an ongoing investigation into online sexual offences. The 43-year-old man from Southport was arrested yesterday, Sunday 8 December, on suspicion of the following offences:
£10,000 reward offered for return of expensive Rolex lost in Southport
An eye watering £10,000 reward is reportedly being offered for the return of a Rolex watch that was allegedly lost in Southport this weekend. The watch appears to be a Rolex Daytona
Storm Darragh wreaks havoc as 60mph continue to batter Southport
Winds of more than 60mph will continue to blow through Southport throughout Saturday. Storm Darragh, which triggered emergency red alerts in parts of North Wales, landed in Southport overnight and continues to
Pizza parlour owner forced to close shop after horrifying harassment ordeal
A pizza parlour businessman says he has endured months of targeted harassment leaving him no choice but to temporary close his restaurant. Dan Johnstone of 600 Degrees Pizza is one of the
Police release CCTV images after £10,000 stolen in Southport and Formby thefts
Police have issued CCTV images of three men they believe could have information that may assist enquiries into the theft of nearly £10,000. The first theft was reported at around 12.30pm on
Council leader honoured for ‘exceptional leadership’ in wake of Southport tragedy
The leader of Sefton Council has won an industry award for her role in the wake of the tragic events in Southport over summer 2024. Cllr Marion Atkinson was honoured in the
World’s oldest man dies in Southport at 112
The world’s oldest man who has called Southport his home for a number of years has sadly passed away. The family of John Tinniswood confirmed the 112 year old passed away this
£200 reward offered to find missing cat from High Park
A £200 cash reward has been offered to find a cat which has been missing for more than two weeks. Lennie, a black cat, disappeared from his home on Newton Street a
Emergency responders called to Sussex Road incident
Emergency services including paramedics have been called to the Sussex Road area of Southport this morning following a serious incident. OTS understands first responders from North West Ambulance service as well as
Southport attack survivors invited to Royal family Christmas carol concert
The Princess of Wales has invited child survivors of the Southport stabbing to her annual Christmas carol concert. Kate, who is recovering from cancer, has invited child survivors of the attack to