‘We’ve been Santa lot of Elf Assessments’ says HMRC
HMRC reveals Self Assessment filing figures over the festive period. Completing a tax return may not be on the top of your to-do list on Christmas Day, but that didn’t stop 3,003
Appeal after woman sustains burns in Southport
POLICE are appealing for information following a report a woman sustained burns injuries at a flat in Southport last night (Thursday 26 December 2019). Emergency services were called at about 8.35pm to
Business Bank urges people to be diligent and take cyber security seriously to protect your online cash
Online banking is, for many of us, a part of our day-to-day lives, but concerns over cyber security and a rise in online scams have left many of us asking just how
Boxing Day evening shattered as car careers through quiet street
The emergency services are currently dealing with a multiple vehicle collision on Lytham Road in Southport, Thursday 26 December 2019. Police are investigating a serious collision between a number of cars on
NHS Urges People To Tackle Dementia Through Football
As fans around the country get ready for the traditional Boxing Day football fixtures, England’s top dementia doctor is encouraging older people to get involved in activities like walking football, hailing “innovative”
Drunk Santa’s helper wakes up Street with boozy Carol concert
A boozed up man dressed as an elf has been arrested and cautioned by police after disturbing the peace in an upmarket area of Southport this morning. The male was found by
WANTED after absconding from HMP Kirkham
Have you seen Jimmy Connors? Connors, 30, is wanted after absconding from HMP Kirkham on December 19th. He is described as five ft five ins tall, medium build, blue eyes, light brown
Appeal after jewellery theft in Liverpool
Detectives investigating a theft in Liverpool City Centre on Friday, 20 December have issued a CCTV image of a man they believe could have information to assist enquiries. At around 9.35am, officers
Next of kin appeal, 93-year-old Dorothy Wrigley lived in Formby
Can you help the Coroner’s Office trace the next of kin of a Formby woman who recently passed away? 93-year-old Dorothy Wrigley lived in Formby and died at home on Friday 20
VOLUNTEERS | Help Needed Thursday
Over the last few months our pitch has faced significant rainfall and has been playable when others in the North West have failed inspections. We suffered a short sharp downpour of rain
Housebuilder to launch show home at exclusive Mawdesley development
Jones Homes will launch a brand-new show home at its St Peter’s Park development in Mawdesley next month (January). Visitors will be able to take a look around the four-bedroom detached house
Man who absconded from prison detained in Southport
Police have (Sunday, 22 December) arrested a man in Southport who had absconded from HMP Kirkham on 24th October 2019. Just after 2.15am, local policing officers sighted a person of interest on
A Crime Alert for the residents of Southport from Merseyside Police.
Burglaries Between the 8th December and the 22nd December 2019 burglaries or attempted burglaries have taken place in the following locations: Links Avenue, Walmer Road, Emmanuel Road, Promenade, Liverpool Road Attempted burglaries
Police close off Eastbourne Road after bike smash
Police have closed off Eastbourne Road in Southport this evening after a red Honda Civic collided with a motorbike. Police were called to the road shortly after 3.30 pm following the collision.
WARNING after Southport resident defrauded of significant amount of money
Detectives are appealing for information after an 84-year-old lady from Southport is defrauded of several thousands pounds by people posing as police officers. The victim, was contacted on the phone by a
REPORT | Festive Cheer For Southport
Three first-half goals put Southport on the way to a dominant win at Blyth Spartans. Bead Bauress opened the scoring after just three minutes to lay the foundations for victory, with David
Local tips and recycling centres
There are household waste recycling centres located around the borough which take materials such as paper, glass, textiles, rubble and other household rubbish for recycling. They are managed by Merseyside Recycling and Waste Authority (MRWA). Where are they? South
Merseyside man WANTED after machete threat
Do you know this man? Darryl Seerey, 23, from Wigan, is wanted by detectives who want to speak to him in relation to an assault that took place earlier this year. Officers
Decorating duo spread Christmas cheer from Burscough to Bethlehem with lighting business
A husband and wife duo from Southport are lighting up the world with their new business. Jan and Steve Clayton, who run festive decorations and lighting company IllumiDex UK Ltd from their
Southport bucks national trend, post-election analysis reveals
Southport has been hailed as “one of the best performances for Labour in the country”, bucking the national trend of the general election as the party’s vote rose considerably in the constituency.
Help Woodlands whilst being in with a chance to WIN big yourself!
Woodlands Animal Sanctuary are excited and pleased to announce that they are now running a lottery with your chance to win up to £25,000.00 every week! Woodlands are delighted to be able
Southport dementia services pays a festive tribute to careers
A specialist Southport day service for Sefton residents with dementia hit the right note with a musical celebration to herald the start of the festive season. The afternoon party at Brookdale Resource
Life-saving care earns critical care team £5,498 from golfers
The life-saving work of critical care staff at Southport and Formby District General Hospital was recognised with a £5,498 donation from members of Southport and Ainsdale Golf Club. Ladies’ captain Linda France
One Vision Housing’s ‘financial viability’ downgraded
The Social Housing Regulator has published 43 regulatory judgements, the last round of assessments before the end of the year. INSIDEHOUSING broke the news of One Vision Housing’s downgrade. Bootle-based One Vision
St Teresa’s governors issue positive update over school future
Following the end of the consultation process the Governors have released the following statement: “The governing body has considered various options to secure the future of our school and has decided the
Whirlpool washing machine danger revealed as recall launched
Did you know that Whirlpool is recalling some of the tumble dryers sold under its Hotpoint, Indesit, Creda, Swan and Proline brands? If you think you might have a tumble dryer from
Santa Paws is Coming to Longcroft Luxury Cat Hotel!
Christmas isn’t just for humans! Here at Longcroft Luxury Cat Hotel Southport, we love to make the festive holidays purrrfect for each and every one of our feline guests. We offer each
Pete McDowell launches second novel
After the success of his first novel local author Pete ‘Woodrow’ McDowell ‘aka’ Woodrow McKane launches his second novel titled Slayers II on Tuesday 117th of December via Amazon 12.30pm. Pete quotes.
Merseyrail’s Ainsdale Station scoops top sustainability award
Ainsdale train station has been awarded a top sustainability award for community involvement in the lead up and during the refurbishment project last year. Merseyrail was crowned winner of the CEEQUAL Exceptional
Shop local with late night shopping in Southport this Christmas
Southport retailers have come together to open late on Thursday the 19th of December and Southport BID will support the event with live music, choirs and street entertainment. Shops on Chapel Street,