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Squirrel Pox returns to ravage Formby pinewoods

Signs have appeared in Formby’s National Trust site confirming the return of squirrel pox – the deadly disease that threatens the area’s red squirrel population. A spokesperson for the National Trust at

15th August 2019

Southport Macmillan to hold event for people affected by cancer

Southport Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre will be holding its second ‘Health and Wellbeing Event’ of the year on Thursday 12th September at the Royal Clifton Hotel in Southport and anyone

15th August 2019

Rail campaigners fury over more safety delays

Safety campaigners who thought better barriers at a ‘dangerous’ level crossing in Birkdale were about to be replaced ‘at long last’, have had their hopes dashed yet again. Signs went up at

15th August 2019

Merseyside Police is Recruiting

The forces are currently recruiting for POLICE COMMUNITY SUPPORT & TRAFFIC OFFICERS. (PCSO’s but with additional traffic powers in Merseyside), with a closing date for applications of 23rd August. Location: Forcewide Permanent

15th August 2019

Appeal after dog savagely killed another on Ainsdale Park

Officers appeal to the community to trace dog owner after another dog was killed in Southport. Merseyside Police are appealing for information to trace a man after his dog reportedly attacked and

15th August 2019

Ex Ormskirk Grammar pupils plan ‘81 – ‘86 reunion

A group of former Ormskirk Grammar pupils from 1981 – 1986 are hoping to put together a reunion in October. Organiser John Peden said the death of some of his former fellow

14th August 2019

Man collapses on Lord Street leaving baby in tears

Emergency services have taken care of a young baby after its father collapsed on Lord Street in Southport, Wednesday 14 August. The male is believed to have suffered an epileptic fit while

14th August 2019

Cops collar alleged thief who ‘terrorised’ town centre shops

Police have announced today they have arrested a Southport woman over 9 suspected offences of shop theft and four breaches of a criminal behaviour order. 36 year old Kelly Tilley was collared

14th August 2019

Sainsbury’s development finally goes ahead despite years of delay

Council bosses have finally given the go-ahead to an out-of-town supermarket and petrol station development. Councillors approved Sainsbury’s proposals for the scheme at the former Homebase site at Kew at their planning

14th August 2019

Marine Way Bridge to close for routine maintenance works

Routine maintenance works are set to take place on Marine Way Bridge, Southport next month. The extensive works are scheduled to begin on the bridge, which is now fifteen years old, from

14th August 2019

Cannabis in the UK: How Close Is The UK To Legalising Marijuana?

With the UK’s announcement of exit from the European Union and the controversy that surrounds it, the debate about current drug laws seems to be put on hold, and the legalization of

14th August 2019

Insolvency rates skyrocket in Southport and Bootle

Southport’s links with Bootle has once again seen the town tarred with a bad brush Southport now has one of the highest personal insolvency rates in the North West, according to the

14th August 2019

Councillor gives guarded welcome to leasehold ‘ban’

A Southport councillor is given her ‘guarded welcome’ has been given to a government’s announcement that it is to ban new leasehold homes. The government is pushing ahead with axing leaseholds for all

14th August 2019

Woman arrested following death of man in house fire in Thornton

POLICE can confirm that detectives have launched an investigation and arrested a woman after a man died in a house fire in Thornton at the weekend. At shortly after 7am on Saturday

14th August 2019

Letter: We’re all to blame for litter, not just tourists

A letter to the editor following our story on plastic pollution in Marine Lake says that everyone is to blame for making Southport a mess, not just tourists. It says “Why is

13th August 2019

Investigation launched over Fleetwood Road smash

An investigation is underway after a Renault Clio crashed into a garden wall this afternoon in Southport. Two men fled the scene following the bizarre smash on Fleetwood Road this afternoon after

13th August 2019

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Resort firefighters take part in ladder climb challenge

Firefighters from across Southport are joining their colleagues across Merseyside for a charity ladder climb marathon this weekend. The event at The Royal Albert Dock Liverpool will raise vital funds for The

13th August 2019

Highways England geared up to help motorists this bank holiday

More than 480 miles of roadworks will be lifted or completed on motorways and major A-roads to help families have smoother journeys over the August bank holiday. Highways England will remove the

13th August 2019

Wanted: Darren Henderson

Detectives from the North West Regional Organised Crime Unit (NWROCU) are issuing the image of a man who is wanted after being sentenced for drug offences at Preston Crown Court yesterday, Monday

13th August 2019

Sefton’s Graham pens first book to help Alder Hey children

A Sefton Council officer is marking a new chapter as he realises a lifelong dream of becoming a published author. Graham Parry, a Strategic Housing officer for the local authority, has published

13th August 2019

Packed out Comedy festival takes the stage in October

Southport BID are pleased to be supporting the Southport Comedy Festival again for 2019. Each year the BID funding allows the festival to put on four comedy pub crawl’s across sixteen great

13th August 2019

Liverpool to light up the night for cancer research UK – last chance to enter!

IN LIVERPOOL, people of all ages are invited to take part in an exciting night-time walking event for Cancer Research UK. The charity’s Shine Night Walk is returning to the city, following

13th August 2019

CCG welcomes Alan to its Governing Body

Alan Sharples has joined the Governing Body of NHS South Sefton Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) as its new lay member for governance. The former NHS finance director brings over 40 years’ experience

13th August 2019

Labour’s Liz slams record GP waiting times

News that GP waiting times are now at record lengths has been strongly condemned by Southport’s Labour Parliamentary Candidate, Liz Savage. An annual survey carried out by leading GP magazine, Pulse, reveals

13th August 2019

Southport families urged against buying from puppy farms

Southport families who want to welcome a new dog into their home are being urged by the RSCPA to use a rescue centre instead of going to a puppy farm. Many puppy

12th August 2019

Speeding BMW smashes out of control

Lancashire Police are appealing for help after a young BMW driver lost control of his car and smashed it in Holmswood tonight. Eye witnessed report the driver was speeding out of control

12th August 2019

Mum trio launch Southport Look For A Book hunt

Three mums from Southport have launched a town wide look for a book scheme. The aim of the game is for young bookworms to follow clues and treasure maps to find free

12th August 2019

Healthcare stand proves popular at Village Fayre

Crowds came out to the Birkdale Village Fair on Saturday 3rd August and happily, many visited the Athena Healthcare Group on their stand outside of the village post office! Promoting care homes

12th August 2019

Resort GPs some of ‘the best in the UK’ despite complaints

GP services in Southport are among the ‘best performing in the country’ according to its latest assessment by health regulators. However, overall the local CCG received a ‘requires improvement’ rating for the third

12th August 2019

Damien Moore MP Gets taken for a Ride – at Birkdale Park Nursing Home Southport

Birkdale Park Nursing Home in Southport had the pleasure of hosting the Damien Moore MP. The visit was at the request of Damien Moore after hearing and seeing so much about the

12th August 2019