Motorists escape head on collision, Birkdale
A commuter had a horrific start to the first working Monday of the new year after crashing into a parked car in Birkdale, Monday 6 January 2020. A blue fiat panda somehow
Bold move as hotel undergoes carvery transformation
Customers at the Bold Hotel say they can’t wait to see what happens when the popular Lord Street hotspot reopens later this month. The Bold is currently shut while it undergoes a
Charity boosted thanks to generous supermarket shoppers
A local charity which supports local families in Southport and Formby during ‘tough times’ has been given a donation of £8,011 from a supermarket chain. Volunteer and trustee Sheila Jones from Home-Start
Resort residents urged to take life saving blood pressure tests
Southport residents have been tested for high blood pressure to help them detect the condition, with the tests being carried out by Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service. Across Cheshire and Merseyside, around
RESULT | Southport 0-2 York City
REPORT | Disappointment At Home Southport slipped to a fourth straight defeat as Kieran Green and Jordan Burrow struck either side of half-time to secure maximum points from York City. Despite the
Appeal after Southport businessman has van stolen
Local businessman Christ Stead last night had his van stolen, Friday 3 January 2020. Chris said: “Not one for having a rant BUT SOMEONE STOLE MY VAN LAST NIGHT WITH MOST OF
Merseyside man WANTED on prison recall
Do you know where this man is? Gerard Thompson, 28, from Liverpool is wanted on a recall to prison. Thompson was released from prison in May 2019 following a sentence for drugs
Bustling makeshift car park ‘endangering’ lives claim fearful neighbours
Furious Leicester Street residents say they are taking their lives into their own hands after cars continue to turn the pavement into a makeshift car park. The corner of Leicester Street and
GROSVENOR JAZZ featuring SKYLARK Saturday 18th Jan 7.30pm.
Saturday 18th January 2020 is the date of next concert at Grosvenor Jazz featuring Skylark a young band from Manchester with a difference who play all the classics from artists such as
American Acoustic Duo to play at EDDA Community Arts Centre, Ainsdale
The next concert at EDDA Community Arts Centre and Library features Limerance an acoustic Americana duo playing original songs with heartfelt optimistic, interesting lyrics and great harmonies. They have built up a
Free meals and summer holiday activities for children
£11.8 million boost to breakfast clubs in disadvantaged areas and £9 million funding for summer holiday activities Thousands more children across the country will get a healthy and nutritious breakfast to set
Take control of your health this New Year
After all the indulgence of the festive season, health professionals and Sefton Council are encouraging you get the New Year off to the right start by taking better control of your health.
TV STAR DEAD Derek Acorah dead – Most Haunted and Celebrity Big Brother star dies aged 69
DEREK Acorah has eied aged 69 after slipping into a coma. The Celebrity Big Brother star died last night in intensive care, his devastated wife has confirmed. n a Facebook tribute, his
Wheel sad news as much loved Southport cycling business announces closure
A much loved cycling shop in Southport has closed its doors, it has been announced. CJ Cycles announced today that it will be sadly closing its doors for good at its popular
Take control of your health this New Year
After all the indulgence of the festive season, health professionals and Sefton Council are encouraging you get the New Year off to the right start by taking better control of your health.
Van drivers needed to help shift Christmas trees for charity
A local charity is appealing to OTS readers with vans to help with their Christmas tree recycling service. Rainbow Hub, a Mawdesley based charity, which recently changed its name from Rainbow House,
Domestic abuse victims urged to not suffer in silence in 2020
Specially trained officers are urging victims of domestic abuse “not to suffer in silence” and come forward. Merseyside Police want to remind not only victims, but also their friends and family members
New owners keep Graysons Bakery name going
It was a sad day when Graysons Bakery of Anisdale announced closing its doors due to retirement after 33 years. New owners Christian & Claire McCarthy are set to open on Wednesday 8th
Sefton’s adult social care service shortlisted for national award
Sefton’s Supported Living Service is a finalist in the Health and Social Care category at the 2020 LGC Awards. The service has been shortlisted thanks to its innovative Individual Service Fund (ISF)
CCTV appeal after attempted Birkdale bar break-in
The management of the Tea Rooms in Birkdale Village has issued a CCTV image following an attempted break-in. The attempted break-in happened late on Wednesday 1st January 2020. Merseyside Police has been
Southport ILB and Quads called to people in danger on Southport beach
CALL OUT – 02/01/20 – 14:29 – Southport ILB and Quads 1 & 2 were requested to launch by HM Coastguard to locate 6 casualties in danger of being cut off by
Trio arrested on suspicion of ATTEMPTED MURDER after woman set on fire
Three men from Southport have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after woman was allegedly set ablaze on Boxing Day The incident took place at a flat on Derby Road at
Wanted on recall to prison, Connor Bayne
Do you know this man? Police are continuing to appeal for information to locate 22-year-old Connor Bayne who is wanted on recall to prison. The Wirral man is wanted after breach of
Choir hit the high notes for soup kitchen’s supper
Southport Soup Kitchen, on London Road, was again a chosen charity by the Wayfarers Harmony Chorus. David Andrew and John Andrews from the Wayfarers Harmony Chorus are shown presenting a donation of
Hotel packed out for charity boxing bonanza
It was a case of lights on and lights out at the Prince of Wales last week for a packed out charity boxing bonanza. Organised by local sporting legend Jon Lund, Max
REPORT | Chester 4-0 Southport
REPORT | Heavy Defeat It was a bad start to the New Year as Port lost 4-0 against Chester with goals from Simon Grand and Anthony Dudley and a brace from Akwasi
Heartless couple dump bag of kittens outside rescue centre on Christmas Day
On Christmas morning, of all days, these 3 frightened kittens were abandoned outside Freshfields in a sealed Christmas bag. Now, they’re safe, fed and warm in our Cattery. Ryan Alexander, Acting Cattery
Animal lovers lead calls to ban New Years fireworks
Animal lovers are hoping to force police and the council to ban the use of fireworks on New Years Eve after last night’s celebrations. Hundreds of people set off industrial sized fireworks
Mezzanine bar to shut claiming ‘town is dead’
A town centre bar which has only been open for two years is set to close down due to the town centre being empty. Owners Janette Angus and Glenys Weaver revealed the
£100 Million Worth Of Cannabis Seized Accross Merseyside
Cannabis plants with an estimated annual yield of over £100 million have been seized from across Merseyside during the past 12 months. Between 1st January and 31st December 2019, our specialist cannabis