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Labour’s Liz get’s firefighters lift to election campaign.

Southport firefighters have come out in support of Labour’s Liz Savage after slamming cuts made by the Liberal Democrats and Conservatives. We all know the work of firefighters and their cause of

8th November 2019

Heavy rain continues to cause flooding across Southport

Heavy rain has caused inlets to burst their banks in Southport with heavy flooding in Banks. The rain caused British Heart Foundation in Southport to shut due to flooding while roads were

7th November 2019

Changes to General Enquiry Office Southport

Merseyside Police is committed to giving its local communities the best possible service and to ensuring that we can provide a visible policing service within our communities. As a result the force

7th November 2019

Southport businesses on OTS News

Find out where to access various Southport business services fast on our directory https://www.otsnews.co.uk/business-directory/ Here are just a few examples of local businesses for you to utilise Boulevard West Southport We are

7th November 2019

Bespoke Southport Care Home boasts luxury accolade

A bespoke care home in Southport renowned for its luxury and care is appealing for new residents. Dalemain House residential care home are hailed as a leading care provider in the region

7th November 2019

Christmas countdown is on at Pure Image birkdale

With Christmas only 7 weeks away have you started thinking about gift ideas or even gifts you would like from friends and loved ones? Pure Birkdale on liverpool Road has there Christmas

7th November 2019

Op Castle – Crime prevention advice after cash and jewellery burglaries

Though Merseyside has recently seen a decrease in burglary, we are issuing advice ahead of the festive season to people who may be storing high-value jewellery and other expensive items. Superintendent Graeme

7th November 2019

Drivers told to avoid flooded Coastal Road

Drivers are being warned to avoid the coastal road this morning after heavy rainfall has flooded parts of the busy road. Motorists are known to speed down the coastal road at excess

7th November 2019

Police operation continues over Bonfire Night

POLICE can confirm the total number of calls yesterday, Tuesday 5th November, has decreased by 3.92% compared to the same period last year. This year, the force recorded a total of 1445

6th November 2019

Free Merseyrail travel in Sefton for military personnel on Remembrance Day

All serving personnel and veterans will be able to travel for free on the Merseyrail network this Remembrance Day (November 10). Forces personnel will be able to travel anywhere on the network

6th November 2019

Pride of Britain Winner, Visits Yaffe

Eleven year old local boy Dante Marvin has won the Pride of Britain ‘Child of Courage’ award as broadcast on ITV last night with millions of people watching. Dante visited Southport’s famous ‘Yaffe Photography’

6th November 2019

Bus passengers claim whiplash after Bypass smash

Bus passengers on a double decker have suffered debilitating whiplash after it collided with the back of a transit van this afternoon. Traffic is moving slowly along Formby Bypass near to the

6th November 2019

Police called to close Road after commuter smash

POLICE have responded to an emergency incident following a road traffic collision at an accident hotspot in Southport. Traffic has been brought to a near standstill around the Upper Aughton Road area

6th November 2019

Police Commissioner asks victims to have a say in punishment of offenders

Merseyside’s Police Commissioner wants to hear the public’s views on how people who commit anti-social behaviour and nuisance crime should be dealt with outside of court. Jane Kennedy has today launched a

6th November 2019

Sefton Council to target buses, lorries and taxis in clean air bid

Buses, taxis, and heavy goods vehicles could be charged to drive through part of Merseyside in a bid to reduce air pollution. Sefton Council wants to create a clean air zone in

6th November 2019

IN PICTURES | Day Of The Dead Comes Alive

Thousands flocked to Southport Pleasureland’s Day of the Dead celebrations at the weekend when the park was the backdrop for fire spinners, stilt-walkers, samba drummers and a spectacular fireworks display. With all

5th November 2019

Southport MP calls on Liberal Democrat candidate to apologies for false hospital story

Southport MP Damien Moore has today reassured local residents on the future longevity of their local hospital after it was discovered that the Liberal Democrat candidate, John Wright, had issued a false

5th November 2019

Hospital appeal for clothes to help get patients home

Hospitals are appealing for clothes to help get patients out of bed and feeling ready to go home. Patients often assume they will be in bed for much of their treatment and

5th November 2019

CCTV Appeal for Theft of Poppy Tin Money in Ainsdale

Merseyside Police have issued a CCTV still of a man who may be able to assist with an investigation into the theft of two charity tins and food on Saturday, 26 October.

5th November 2019

Labour’s Liz helps residents tackle Marshside and Crossens crime problems

Labour’s Liz Savage has been out with officers on patrol in Marshside after a series of incidents in the local area which have concerned local residents and seen car windows smashed. The

5th November 2019

Brexit campaigner threatens to run against town tories

Southport’s prominent brexit campaigner is poised to submit his name as the party’s Southport candidate in the upcoming general election next month. Darcy Iveson-Berkeley has the papers signed and ready to go

4th November 2019

Birkdale rocked by poo bucket health scandal

Environmental health bosses are investigating claims that a block of flats has resorted to using buckets as toilets in an upmarket area of Southport. OTS understands that residents in an expensive part

4th November 2019

Local dental practice helping to save lives with FREE mouth cancer checks

The team at Southport Dental Care @ Secrets Medi Spa are getting behind Mouth Cancer Action Month this November and offering free mouth cancer checks to help spot early signs of the

4th November 2019

Cancer patients invited to help shape future of care

One of the country’s leading specialist surgeons will be among those speaking at an event for head and neck cancer patients in Liverpool later this month. Professor Simon Rogers, Consultant Head and

4th November 2019

The Arts Society Peggy Guggenheim by Alexandra Epps Mon 25 November 6pm at The Atkinson

The Atkinson welcome Alexandra Epps, in the second lecture from The Arts Society. This lecture is about the ‘poor little rich girl’ who changed the face of the twentieth-century art, Peggy Guggenheim.Not

4th November 2019

CRADLE launches early pregnancy loss service at Ormskirk hospital

Cradle, a charity which provides early pregnancy loss support, has launched its service at Ormskirk hospital. Thanks to Cradle, women and their partners or companions receiving emergency care for early pregnancy loss

4th November 2019

Southport law firm wins four customer service awards in ESTAS Conveyancer Awards

Birchall Blackburn Law’s conveyancing team scoops four separate awards for outstanding customer service – including local and regional levels. Birchall Blackburn Law, the Southport-based conveyancing firm, has been recognised for its outstanding

4th November 2019

Government consults on new police powers to criminalise unauthorised encampments

Proposals include powers to to arrest and seize the property and vehicles of trespassers The Government will launch a consultation on proposals to give police new powers to arrest and seize the

4th November 2019

Free talk about Wills, Powers of Attorney, care fees and inheritance tax

Formby Befriending Scheme are hosting a free seminar covering Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, the rules surrounding paying for care and inheritance tax planning. The session will be led by experienced Formby

4th November 2019

Charity appeal for panto performance donations

The St Vincent de Paul Society are hosting a Children’s Pantomime for 150 disadvantaged and disabled children a few days before Christmas – and are appealing for donations to help them reach

4th November 2019