Lytham showcased by local media company
The town of Lytham has been showcased on YouTube by local media company Lytham St Anne’s News. All the independent shops were focused on and several of the owners spoke on video.
Could a New Casino Be on the Cards for Southport?
According to the latest statistics, more than 9.2 million people visited Southport in 2018, contributing around £590 million to the economy. They are drawn by the area’s seaside setting, their money poured into
Another HUGE sink hole, Ainsdale
Residents of a quiet Southport street are fuming after their road was closed to traffic after a gaping sink hole opened up. Road workers were forced to close off Salford Road between
Bizarre moment mindless cyclist risks life on live train crossing
British Transport Police are hunting a woman who put her life and others at risk after jumping a level crossing in Birkdale. The woman, who is reportedly known to local authorities for
Writing up Some Romance
Southport Writers’ Circle have been enjoying a very busy couple of months, having recently appeared on local radio station, Mighty FM, and hosting a successful Writing Resolution Night, which encouraged members of
Woodlands – Could your business help ours?
Woodlands Animal Sanctuary Spring Ball is fast approaching and this year it is extra special because the charity is celebrating its 15th Birthday! Their ball is always a much anticipated event with
FOOD REVIEW | You can’t help growing your appetite at the Potting Shed
To dispel a myth, it’s actually a very promising sign in the world of a food critic when they struggle to pick a starter from such a varied menu. That happened to
The Buy to Let Broker sprint to the heart of VSF’s 3000th screening
Southport based mortgage experts, The Buy to Let Broker, sprinted to the aid of local heart screening charity, Vital Signs Foundation (VSF), to help screen local young people for any undiagnosed heart
Appeal after bike stolen from High Park nursery
At 14:20 this afternoon, Monday 3 February a bike was stolen from High Park. Owner Russell Hagen said, “this piece of trash strolled into my works car park, Kinderworld on Bispham Road
Appeal after Penwortham burglary
Penwortham Burglary – Two Men Wanted Have you seen either of these men? They are wanted in connection with a burglary at Penwortham’s 1260 Craft & Crust Bar & Restaurant on 21st
Appeal to locate missing Preston man
Have you seen Shaun Horan? Shaun, 48, was last seen at Mariner’s Way in Preston this morning and concern is growing for his welfare. He is described as white, five ft 8ins,
EFT we are proud to be supporting National Apprenticeship Week this week: 3rd – 7th Feb 2020
Here at EFT we are proud to be supporting National Apprenticeship Week this week – 3rd-7th Feb 2020 Come see us at these great events: Southport College Careers Fair – Tues 4th
Baltic Market firm set sights on Southport for new project ko
A firm which transformed the fortunes of the Baltic Triangle in Liverpool, have set their sights on ‘opportunities for expansion’ in Southport. Ten years ago the Baltic Creative Community Interest Company was
Where to Find Entertainment in Southport After Location Closures
In 2019, Rightmove released its Happy at Home Index and confirmed that Southport is one of the happiest places to live in the country. Our large seaside town was 10th place in
Meols Ward Councillor Advice Centre, Saturday 8th February
Councillors John Dodd, Daniel Lewis and Yaso Sathiy, will be holding their next Advice Centre on Saturday 14th September. They will be available from 11am-12noon at Crossens School, Rufford Road, to assist
MP criticises “bizarre” government decision to turn down funding for Formby school expansion
MP Bill Esterson has praised an outstanding Sefton high school for its high-quality teaching and nurturing ethos. The MP met with Formby High School head teacher Dominic Mackenzie to discuss a
Crime Alert for the residents of Southport from Merseyside Police
Burglaries Between the 19th January and the 2nd February 2020 burglaries or attempted burglaries have taken place in the following locations: Sussex Road, Hereford Road (shed), Ashdown Close, Guildford Road (2), Wennington Road, Cobden
GP staff reveal scale of bizarre Coronavirus calls across Southport
Staff at hospitals and GP surgeries in Southport are feeling the pressure of panicked residents worried about the Coronavirus. Despite countless health warnings, advice and Media coverage of the virus, some residents
Rosie Cooper MP raises further concerns over Parbold Hill Landfill and secures commitments for full consideration to be given
West Lancashire MP Rosie Cooper has again written to both Lancashire County Council and the Environment Agency to reiterate her concerns and that of West Lancashire residents over the Parbold Hill Landfill application. Initially writing last summer,
Union Street is looking for its next success
One of southport’s premier boutique commercial districts is looking for the final piece of its successful puzzle. While the rest of the town struggles, Union Street is bucking the trend boasting five
PREVIEW | Southport V Bradford Park Avenue
Southport will be looking to make it back-to-back wins as they welcome bottom placed side Bradford (Park Avenue) to the Pure Stadium this weekend. After claiming their first league win in over
Knockout show returns for second bout
A popular knockout sporting event is coming back to Southport this easter. Lights Out 2 – The Easter Sunday Bash seed local boxing royalty go glove to glove at the Prince of
Southport’s Sean Towndrow secures Mena Tour Golfer Status
OTS congratulates Southport Golfer Sean Towndrow on securing his Mena Golf Tour Card. Sean travelled out to Aqaba, Jordan to successfully complete the qualification tournament which guarantees Sean a start in each
Isabella Dixon – Going For Gold
A young oung Scarisbrick Hall student has her eyes locked firmly on a future gold medal. Isabella Dixon, aged 6, would appear to have a talent for sport and has already achieved
Green-fingered volunteer needed at Southport and Ormskirk Hospital!
Green-fingered volunteer needed! Do you love gardening? Do you have a little spare time on your hands? Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust is looking for volunteer gardeners to spend a few
MP calls for action to help Waspi women suffering poverty and ill-health
MP Bill Esterson has signed an Early Day Motion in Parliament calling on the Government to take action to save 1950s-born women from “poverty, deteriorating health and homelessness”. The Sefton Central
Officers join forces at transport hubs across Merseyside to combat County Lines drug dealing
Officers from Merseyside and Cheshire were out in force yesterday, Tuesday 28 January, as part of a regional operation to tackle county lines drug dealing and child criminal exploitation. With its direct
New Homes Launched in Scarisbrick
An exclusive development of just four new homes in Scarisbrick have been released for sale. Onward Living’s Willow Green development on Southport Road is due for completion this spring and will offer
Flood in Ainsdale
What appears to be a broken water main caused some flooding in Sandbrook Way this evening. Residents called United Utilities after noticing the steady stream of water gushing out of raised flagstones
Southport Law Society raises funds for Queenscourt
Law Society raises funds for Queenscourt Gill Dowling (Head of Property at Brighouses Solicitors on Lord Street) is the current President of the Southport and Ormskirk Law Society. The Society held their