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OTS readers have been hailed for their efforts to help force Sefton Council to halt plans to demolish the Blundell Arms pub in Birkdale Campaigners to save the pub and transform it
The unluckiest pub landlord in Southport, famed for her selfless charity work, has once again seen an attacker in court for a vicious assault on her and her husband. A court was
Emergency services are currently dealing with a suspected major incident near to Riverside Holiday Park. Twelve police cars from Lancashire Constabulary and paramedics have attended the scene of a major collision after
Sefton dog wardens have been left red faced after a Southport man challenged a ticket in a notorious fine hotspot. The unnamed Male said he was with his three year old daughter
Homes and roads blighted by flooding during downpours should be offered a rebate on their rates according to Lib Dem parliamentary candidate, John Wright, who has dubbed United Utilities attempts to contain
The three Mercedes vehicles that were stolen from a farm on Woodmoss Lane, Scarisbrick in the early hours of Monday 23rd September have now been recovered and the owners and ourselves would
Police cracking down on criminality in Sefton are taking part in a day of activity today (Wednesday 25 September. Operation Vermont uses officers from across the force to focus on community issues.
There was a spirited and celebratory feel to last night’s (Tuesday) Live Sounds on Mighty Radio when journalist Martin Hovden presented his very last show. Live Sounds, which supports and encourages our
In 2018 Southport BID brought an innovative new tree to Southport that proved a huge hit with many visitors to the town. Hundreds of images of the tree and it’s beautiful
Everyone from EFT that got involved in the sponsored 10k run had a fantastic day and it was all in aid of our 2019 chosen charity; PCUK. It was lovely to see everyone
A local NHS provider of mental health and community services is offering student nurses the opportunity to secure nursing posts in their second year of university. Lancashire Care NHS Foundation Trust is
Vandals have once again hit their favourite destruction spot by attacking the derelict BHS building on Chapel Street (Tuesday 24 September 2019). Shards of glass have littered Cambridge Arcade after vandals kicked in
A lorry driver unloading beer and booze at a Lord Street pub has caused chaos after approaching from the wrong way down a one way street. the huge lorry is now blocking
POLICE are appealing for help to trace a 54-year-old woman from Waterloo who is missing. Joan Anne Richardson was last seen at 11.45pm on Tuesday 17 September at Bristol bus station. She
Ongoing works on Marine Way Bridge should be completed in time for the British Musical Fireworks Championships this weekend. Work, which began on the 15- year-old bridge, began on Monday, September 9,
Formby Community Football Club (FCFC) is open to everyone. The club (which was formed in March this year) have availability for girls, boys, men and women of any age and ability. Get
Officers in Sefton are issuing advice to motorcyclists at petrol stations after suspicious incidents in recent weeks.At 4.15pm on Thursday 22 August, three men wearing dark coloured helmets attempted to steal a
A Southport holiday firm say they won’t take any new bookings in the immediate future so they can concentrate on helping those affected by the Thomas Cook collapse. Bosses at Book In
Missing From Home Appeal: Tasharn Amu, 14 year old missing from home in the Rufford area of Lancashire since 23/09/19. Possibly heading to the London area and may use the railways. Believed
Overgrown bushes are causing a danger by forcing people to walk into a busy main road instead of going on the pavement. Overhanging bushes on Town Lane near Kew have been blocking
Staff at Sefton Sexual Health Services celebrated the official opening of their St Hugh’s building clinic in Bootle. Deputy Chief Executive Therese Patten and Wendy Hicks, matron for the service, were joined
Information for Thomas Cook passengers We regret to inform passengers that all Thomas Cook flights have been cancelled and will not be rescheduled after the airline entered administration this morning. Our advice
Southport and Ormskirk hospitals are looking for volunteers to help with their annual inspection of patient services. The Place assessments, Patient-Led Assessments of the Care Environment, involve local people assessing the hospital
The next meeting of Southport Access for Everyone will be held at the Victoria Methodist Church, Sussex Road, Southport PR8 6DG on Monday 23rd September at 7pm. The premises are fully accessible
“Please note the day change from Monday to TUESDAY! Councillors John Pugh, Tony Dawson and Ward Activist Jo Barton will be holding their Dukes Ward Advice Surgery on Tuesday 8th October. They
A popular disability shop in Southport has been forced to close just a few weeks after signs in the window claimed rumours of its demise were greatly exaggerated. The Mobility World store
Special wristbands are being sold to raise money to boost a Southport family’s appeal to send their youngster to the States for specialist treatment. Isla Rose Settle, from Southport, is one of
A popular disability shop in Southport has been forced to close just a few weeks after signs in The window claimed rumours of its demise were greatly exaggerated. The Mobility World store
Sonny Redmond Officers are asking the public for their help to locate wanted Bootle man Sonny Redmond. 26-year-old Redmond is wanted after he breached his gang injunction and failed to attend court
Patients at both Southport and Ormskirk hospitals this week enjoyed a visit from two tiny, beautiful therapy ponies. Wish upon a Star dropped into Ormskirk to spend time with the young patients