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Southport residents are invited to give their views on bus services in the area

Residents in Sefton have the chance to give their views on bus services in the area in the first consultation phase of a new bus network review in the borough. This initial

4th March 2019

Golfer splices CAR as he overshoots drive

A golfer at Formby Hall saw his game get off to the worst start after his drive went off course. Unfrotunately for him it was his car that went into the rough

4th March 2019

Town Lane resurfacing: All you need to know

Diversions will be in place to ensure visitors to Southport Hospital are unaffected by the temporary closure of Town Lane next month. A small stretch of Town Lane will be closed to

4th March 2019

Appeal to find engagement ring after Birkdale burglary

POLICE are appealing for help in finding an engagement ring which was stolen during a burglary in Birkdale. Between 4.30pm and 7.45pm on Saturday 2nd February 2019 unknown offenders entered a property in

3rd March 2019

Aintree nurses lead global battle against lung cancer

Two Clinical Nurse Specialists from Liverpool are leading the way nationally and internationally in steering Clinical Nurse Specialist forums specifically in lung malignancies. Maria Guerin and Vanessa Beattie, who both work at

3rd March 2019

Have your say on proposed changes to NHS policies in parts of Cheshire and Merseyside

The NHS organisations who shape and buy health services in parts of Cheshire and Merseyside want to hear your thoughts as they review policies to ensure NHS resources are used on the

3rd March 2019

Kirwans solicitor urges Formby residents to check eligibility for LPA refund

A leading Solicitors for the Elderly member is urging people to check their eligibility for a lasting power of attorney (LPA) fee refund, after it emerged that many were overcharged by the Office

3rd March 2019

Calling bands and musicians of all ages

Radio regulator OFCOM has awarded an FM licence to Mighty Radio, Southport’s popular local community radio station. And it goes live on Monday April 1st at 8am on 107.9 FM. We’re delighted to

3rd March 2019

Childcare company set to mark 5th birthday with new play days

In celebration of hitting the five-year milestone, locally-based childcare company First Steps Enterprise launches special “stay and play” days across the region. A locally-based childcare and staffing company is celebrating five years

3rd March 2019

Nearly 300 MORE homes planned for Formby

Outline plans to build 286 homes on land north of Brackenway in Formby will be considered by Sefton Council’s planning committee on Wednesday (March 6). Labour’s Formby councillors Catie Page and Nina

3rd March 2019

Yellow weather warning for Southport

@metofficeUK have issued a yellow warning of “danger to life” from STORM FREYA, which is due to make landfall on Sunday, bringing strong winds, traffic disruption and possible dangerous conditions. The warning

3rd March 2019

News Tools Government announces up to £26 million for vulnerable rough sleepers

Vulnerable people sleeping rough will receive specialist tailored support they need to recover from life on the streets and find accommodation. Vulnerable people sleeping rough across the country will receive specialist tailored

3rd March 2019

Arrests following Formby burglary

Detectives working on Operation Castle, the force’s ongoing response to burglary, have arrested two men in connection with burglary offences in Formby. At around 7pm last night (Thursday 28 February), officers on

3rd March 2019

Radical Hatton heading to Southport?

Liverpool Militant leader Derek ‘Degsey’ Hatton hasn’t let being suspended from Labour two days after rejoining the party affect his networking opportunities. Degsey was seen at ‘Politicians in the Park’ this week,

3rd March 2019

Have your say on Southport bus services

Residents in Sefton have the chance to give their views on bus services in the area in the first consultation phase of a new bus network review in the borough. This initial

2nd March 2019

New Lane Pace closed after Two car smash

New Lane Pace is closed after a two car smash this afternoon. Merseyside and Lancashire fire service were both called to the two car accident on New Lane Pace. Merseyside were stood

2nd March 2019

Andrews Lane development is killing PHEASANTS

Worried twitchers say housing developments in Formby are killing off the local birdlife such as pheasants. One resident said “The Andrews Close/Barton Heys Road, Formby housing development has obviously pushed the local

2nd March 2019

Gymnast Danny hangs up leotard after ten years

Southport club gymnast Dan Purvis has retired following a ten-year career and 16 major international medals. The 28-year-old, who trained at Southport Gymnastics Club, in Ainsdale, was a key figure in the

2nd March 2019

Bootle golfers furious at better Southport course

A Bootle Golf Club member says more needs to be done to bring the municipal course up to scratch and put it on a par with the council-owned Southport Links Golf Club.

1st March 2019

Rush hour chaos over Trafalgar Road smash

Emergency services are currently dealing with a two car collision on Trafalgar. Paramedics are treating the occupants of both cars at the scene for injuries after a head on collision shortly after

1st March 2019

Planned North West roadworks – Monday 4 to Sunday 10 March 2019

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of Friday 1 March but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or

1st March 2019

Exclusive FM News from mightyradio.co.uk

Your Strong Radio Station for Southport is launching on 107.9 Fm on Monday 1st April (No April’s Fool!) Mighty Radio will launch on 107.9 Fm across the Southport coast on Monday

1st March 2019

Alzheimer’s Society event in Southport next week

Become a Side by Side volunteer and make a real difference to a person living with dementia. A pioneering initiative aimed at improving the lives of people living with dementia is seeking

1st March 2019

Cancer charity calling on Southport cyclists to saddle up for the return of 300-mile challenge

North West Cancer Research is searching for cycling enthusiasts or people looking for a fitness challenge to sign up to its Cycle of Hope to support life-saving cancer research in Liverpool. Now

1st March 2019

TEAM MEMBERS AT UNIQUE SOUTHPORT GARDENC ENTRE RECOGNISED FOR ‘GREEN’ ACHIEVEMENTS

People who attend a unique garden centre in Southport run by adult social care provider New Directions with the help of team members with support needs have been honoured for their ‘green’

1st March 2019

Moe cops to patrol Southport Town Centre

Police will have more feet on the beat after plans were unveiled to recruit 80 new officers – the first time this has happened in nine years. By increasing the police precept

1st March 2019

history lovers wanted to restore Birkdale civic society

A relaunch meeting is to be held to organise the ‘relaunch’ of Birkdale Civic Society on Wednesday (March 6). The meeting will be held at Birkdale Conservative Club on Liverpool Road at

1st March 2019

MP slammed for Falklands jaunt as Southport suffers

While Southport residents are being hit by a massive council tax rise, the town’s MP was nowhere to be seen. Damien Moore, whose opposition call him the invisible man, was actually thousands

1st March 2019

Youngsters viciously attacked in Ainsdale

Police are hunting two young men after a vicious assault and robbery in Ainsdale. A young boy and his friend were viciously attacked by two young men on Liverpool road yesterday. in

1st March 2019

Hunt to find £1million lottery winner in Southport

A southport lotto ticket holder is sitting on £1million and they don’t even know about it. National Lottery players in Southport are being urged to check and double-check their tickets to see

1st March 2019