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Another candidate stands aside in Southport and says “Back John Wright”

Another candidate has stood withdrawn from the race to be Southport’s next MP and has told voters to back John Wright, the Liberal Democrat candidate. Carla Burns, candidate for The Renew Party,

16th November 2019

Festive jumpers will help to raise funds for Sefton good causes

People who live, work or study in Sefton are being invited to don their best (or worst!) Christmas jumpers to raise money for good causes in the borough. Sefton 4 Good will be

16th November 2019

Appeal for witnesses and road closure details following RTC in Southport

Police are appealing for witnesses following a road traffic collision in Southport this afternoon, Friday 15 November. At 2.25pm, emergency services were called to Marshside Road to reports of a collision between a Peugeot

16th November 2019

babyballet® dancing in pyjamas for Children in Need

Over 250 babyballet stars and their teachers have been dancing in their pyjamas all week to raise money for BBC Children in Need. Babies, Toddlers and Pre schoolers who attend the babyballet®

15th November 2019

Police close marshside road after horror smash

Police have closed off Marshside Road this evening after a serious Collision near Stanley High School. Road traffic investigators are carrying out a forensic assessment of the scene after a serious collision

15th November 2019

APPEAL to locate missing Southport boy, Charlie Storkey

POLICE are appealing for help in finding a 14 year-old boy who is missing from home in Southport. Charlie Storkey left his home to go into Southport town centre on Sunday 3rd

14th November 2019

Blind and partially sighted artists in Southport get funding boost

A group of blind and partially sighted artists in Southport were able to continue with their creative classes thanks to a grant from the Liverpool Charity and Voluntary Services. The group, which

14th November 2019

Resort band launch popular album in aid of cancer charity

A popular Southport band which have spent the last few years soaring in popularity have finally released a new album. Southport band The Wylde Things have just released their latest album “Amplified”

14th November 2019

Southport BID announce the full final line up for this Sunday’s Big Switch On!

Expect a full day of magical entertainment as Southport lights up headlined by none other than Peter Andre! Before the main show why not enjoy the fairground rides, Santa and his

14th November 2019

What do The Greatest Showman, Horrible Histories and a smiling Queen Victoria have in common?

The Atkinson’s latest exhibition, We Are Not Amused Researchers from Edge Hill University are revealing the forgotten history of nineteenth-century humour in an exhibition opening Saturday 23 November at 10am. Roll up

14th November 2019

Online Bingo Games Market: Explore the Latest Gaming Techniques by Ladbrokes

Bingo halls are fast losing their relevance as most bingo players are now moving online. The United Kingdom is popular for its large online bingo market and there have been plans to

14th November 2019

EFT Engineers Callum and Chris Are Getting Geared Up Ready For The 2019 Fire Installation Competition!

Only a couple of weeks to go before Callum and Chris find out where they will be placed in the Fire Installation Competition following their win at Engineers of Tomorrow back in June.Following a

13th November 2019

Appeal to locate Ella Whittaker, 14

Have you seen missing child, Ella Whittaker (pictured), aged 14? Ella has been missing from the Chorley area since 09/11/2019. She is described as a white female, 5ft 4ins in height, slim

13th November 2019

MISSING Paul Whalley maybe in Southport

POLICE are appealing for information to find a 28-year-old man who is missing from home.P Paul Whalley was last seen in Wykeham Street, Kirkdale at around 1.15pm on Sunday, 10 November. He

12th November 2019

Southport’s Digital Christmas Tree on the UP!

Work has begun on the Southport 2019 Christmas Tree. Southport BID and their contractors are erecting the stunning digital design tree on the Town Hall Gardens this week ahead of the big

12th November 2019

Police appeal to find man after cannabis and BMW found in Moss Road raid

Have you seen Karl Bates? Police want to speak to him in connection with theft and drugs offences. Bates, 45, is wanted by police following an incident on June 22 where a

12th November 2019

Southport BID Annual General Meeting

We will be holding our 2018 – 2019 Annual General Meeting this Thursday from 5pm. With a series of guest speakers there to discuss a range of key topics, there will also

12th November 2019

Christmas Fun comes early with Fundamental It’s a Game Show at the Settle Inn!

Fundamental is a fun packed family game show where families play along on tablets picking out the winners of hilarious challenges and answering quick fire questions. The show returns to the Botanic

12th November 2019

Telephone scam alert for Southport residents

News from Southport Policing Team Telephone Scam Falsifying personal details to obtain a brand new top of the range phone. This scam involves 2 people working together – Scammer 1 rings the

12th November 2019

Crime Alert for the residents of Southport from Merseyside Police

Burglaries Between 27th October and the 10th of November 2019 burglaries or attempted burglaries have taken place in the following locations: Beechfield Gardens, Manchester Road, Banastre Road, King Street, Sefton Street. Attempted

12th November 2019

Stormy winds take down massive Roe Lane tree

Traffic has been brought to a standstill in Churchtown after a tree collapsed in heavy rain on Roe Lane. Police have closed off Roe Lane near to the Spar Farage this morning

12th November 2019

Margherita Pizza: The Recipe With Videos

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12th November 2019

Southport’s Clintons Cards at risk as company announces store closures

The future of Southport’s Clintons Cards has been thrown into jeopardy after the chain announced plans to close one in five of its shops to avoid being plunged into administration. Clintons to

11th November 2019

Sefton switches on to a very merry Christmas 2019

Festive fun is just around the corner as town and village centres across Sefton get ready to switch on their 2019 Christmas lights.Christmas themed events will be taking place in numerous locations

11th November 2019

Fletchers CFO named Finance Director of the Year

Gary Carrington, chief financial officer of Fletchers Solicitors, has been named Finance Director of the Year at the Robert Walters Finance Awards North West 2019. Taking place at The Hilton in Manchester,

11th November 2019

Tips for Driving in Winter

The arrival of winter can bring a great deal of stress and anxiety for motorists. The conditions for driving are much worse in winter, which means that the chances of having an

11th November 2019

Blundell bosses host futuristic display to save pub

campaigners will be hosting an invitation only event at The Prince Of Wales on Monday 9th December for local residents, potential investors, supporters, local councillors, members of Sefton Council Planning Committee and

11th November 2019

RIP Well Known High Park Resident, Barbara Rodwell

OTS News is saddened to report the death of well known High Park resident Barbara Rodwell. Barbara passed away peacefully at Hampton Court Care Home in Southport on Sunday 10th November 2019,

11th November 2019

The Atkinson team up with LHK Productions to announce a new Christmas Pantomime opening December 2020

The Atkinson is excited to announce Cinderella as their first Christmas Pantomime in collaboration with LHK Productions. The production will be the first Christmas Panto at The Atkinson since the iconic building

11th November 2019

New baby loss comforting service launches in Southport

A new service to provide support to bereaved parents suffering early pregnancy loss has been launched at Ormskirk Hospital. ‘Cradle’ – founded by Southport mum Louise Zeniou – aims to comfort women

11th November 2019