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CCTV released following Mersyrail knifepoint robbery

Do you recognise this man? Officers investigating a knifepoint robbery at Formby Railway Station are releasing these images in connection. Shortly after 3pm on Thursday 18 May, a man approached the victim

14th June 2023

Conservatives call for clarity on Southport Pier closure

Southport Conservatives are calling for urgent clarification from Sefton Council about when the required repair works at Southport Pier will be undertaken and when the iconic attraction will next be open to

14th June 2023

Lulworth Road closed by cops after cars collide

Police have closed Lord Street West and Lulworth Road this morning. Traffic on Lord Street near to Duke Street is currently at a standstill after a two car collision nearby. Police have

13th June 2023

Cambridge Arcade businesses furious at ‘eyesore’

Traders in Cambridge Arcade say they won’t rest until the council fixes the ‘eyesore’ arcade. One business, who wished to remain anonymous, told OTS News ‘enough is enough.’ Part of the arcade

11th June 2023

Parents and carers invited to share thoughts on local maternity services at listening event

New and soon-to-be parents and carers in Southport and Ormskirk are being encouraged to share their views and experiences of maternity services at an upcoming listening event. Southport Ormskirk Sefton Maternity Voices

8th June 2023

Police launch CCTV appeal after young boy assaulted on Merseyrail train

Do you recognise this man? Officers have issued an image following an assault on a teenager travelling on a train between New Brighton and Liverpool Central stations. The incident happened at around

8th June 2023

Formby man arrested in huge county lines drug bust

A Formby man has been arrested as part of a huge scale police bust on a county lines drug running investigation. The 32-year-old man from Formby was arrested on suspicion of being

6th June 2023

Jaw dropping video shows ‘tornado’ moments before hitting park

A jaw dropping video has revealed the moment a mini tornado or ‘dust devil’ formed in Southport. The bizarre weather phenomenon occurred on Sunday afternoon and carved a devastating path through Victoria

5th June 2023

Police want phone footage as investigation launched over food festival horror

Detectives are asking for anyone who has phone footage of a shocking accident at the Southport Food and Drink festival to come forward. A 9 year old boy suffered serious injuries after

5th June 2023

Onlookers describe horror as child ‘thrown into air’ at Food festival

A child has reportedly been seriously injured after a gust of wind blew them into the air. The unidentified child was inside an inflatable ball at the time as part of an

4th June 2023

Emergency crews respond to beach 999 call

Emergency services have closed off part of Southport beach this evening. OTS News understands a person has reportedly found themselves in difficulties off the coast of Southport. The incident happened close to

3rd June 2023

Police appeal after teenager stabbed by men wearing balaclavas

Police are appealing for witnesses after a 16-year-old boy was stabbed in Southport on Tuesday 30 May. It was reported that just before midnight the victim was on Ash Street when he

2nd June 2023

Sefton Council appoints a new Director of Children’s Services

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2nd June 2023

Work finally begins on new Southport Starbucks

Work has finally started on a brand new Southport drive through Starbucks. Plans for the coffee shop on Marine Parade in were submitted back in December 2021. The new Starbucks will include

1st June 2023

Council to close high school roads off to cars

Pupils at two schools in Southport will soon be the first in the borough to trial a brand new active travel scheme. The School Streets pilot, which encourages alternative and healthier ways

31st May 2023

Botanic Gardens Family Fun Day in Southport returns with even more attractions to enjoy

Families will be able to enjoy a huge array of entertainment when the second Botanic Gardens Family Fun Day takes place in Southport! The fun, free family spectacular takes place at the

30th May 2023

Sewer works kick up a stink for St Luke’s residents

Works on a sewer pipe below St Luke’s Road in Southport are creating a huge stink for residents after taking more than 3 months to complete. It’s understood the works began on

29th May 2023

Police respond to Bispham Road car smash

Bispham Road is at a standstill after a two car collision this afternoon. Police were called to the junction of Bispham Road and Canning Road just after 2pm today following a collision.

26th May 2023

New security measures to be installed on closed Southport Pier

Sefton Council has received planning permission to install new security features along Southport Pier, in line with the requirements of its insurers. The Council put in the planning application for new CCTV

26th May 2023

Red Arrows confirmed for Air Show

The iconic Red Arrows will once again thunder through the skies of Sefton for the 2023 Southport Air Show. Sefton Council is delighted to confirm the Red Arrows, Typhoon, Battle of Britain

26th May 2023

Splash World to reopen this weekend

Southport’s iconic Splash World waterpark will reopen later this month ahead of a hotly anticipated and busy summer. Sefton Council is thrilled to announce the long-awaited reopening of the all-weather attraction on

25th May 2023

Council tight lipped as Pier debacle continues

There remains no update from a silent council over the future of Southport Pier. The iconic structure has been closed since Christmas 2022 amid safety fears and rotting deck boards. Council chiefs

23rd May 2023

School children targeted by alleged Snapchat ‘predator’

Police have launched an investigation after a man reportedly tried to groom young Southport school pupils through a social media app. Police are now investigating the account in an attempt to identify

23rd May 2023

Phone users warned of ‘shoulder surfing’ criminals ready to pounce

Criminals are getting smarter at targeting victims to gain access to banking apps on mobile phones, a senior UK fraud officer has said. Detective Superintendent John Roch says the technology behind the

22nd May 2023

Urgent appeal for missing Yorkshire teen last seen in Southport

Authorities are seeking the public’s help to locate missing 15-year-old Mia McCallum from Barnsley, Yorkshire. Mia was last seen in Southport on Tuesday, May 16th. Mia, a medium build, 5’5 tall girl

19th May 2023

Woodlands Animal Sanctuary issues plea for help as donations drop 70%

Holmeswood’s Woodlands Animal Sanctuary has issued a “direct plea for funds”, with rising costs and declining donation levels placing considerable strain on the shelter. The centre looks after ill, unwanted and neglected

19th May 2023

Hesketh Park set for staggering £850,000 donation

Next week’s meeting of Sefton Council Cabinet will hear that Southport’s popular Hesketh Park is set to benefit from a bequest of £850,000. Louis and Anita Marks were long-term neighbours and supporters

18th May 2023

Ainsdale Councillor demands action over Woodvale Grotspot

Fly-tipping nightmare continues outside Sandbrook Way flats Fly-tipping has increased in the Sandbrook Road/Way area over the past few months. A sea of waste has accumulated outside the Sandbrook Way flats once

16th May 2023

Time running out to nominate entries for 2023 Design Awards

Outstanding architecture and design across Sefton will be celebrated at a glittering awards ceremony later this year. Property owners, agents, architects and developers have just a few weeks left to nominate their

16th May 2023

Police release CCTV images of man in connection with Southport FC stadium assault

Police have released CCTV images of a potential witness following an assault on a 15-year-old boy outside Southport FC’s stadium last month, in which the victim suffered a broken nose and a

16th May 2023