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Roll up, roll up, there’s a Circus Freak Show heading into Southport

Roll up, roll up, there’s a Circus Freak Show heading into Southport to bring a week of fiendish thrills for Halloween. The FIREPIT Smokehouse and Sports Bar on Lord Street is being

29th October 2018

Police called to Guildford Road RTC

Emergency services were rushed to the scene of a horror smash on Guildford Road early this morning. Two cars collided with each other shortly after 1.30am after one driver lost control of

28th October 2018

Planned North West roadworks – Monday 29 October to Sunday 4 November 2018

Planned North West roadworks – Monday 29 October to Sunday 4 November 2018 The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of Friday

28th October 2018

Car smash this afternoon Canning Road

The RTA occurred at the junction of Canning Road and Cobden Road in Blowick with a ford sustaining extensive damage. One lady was believed to be in shock.

27th October 2018

Merseyside residents urged to take care with wheelie bins over Bonfire period

Merseyside residents urged to take care with wheelie bins over Bonfire period Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service is urging residents to help prevent their household wheelie bins becoming targets for arsonists over the Bonfire

27th October 2018

Revitalise Sandpipers in Southport to celebrate Pearl Anniversary

Respite holiday centre in Southport to celebrate milestone birthday and thirty years of supporting disabled people and carers. Date & time: Tuesday 30 October, 12-4pm. Venue: Revitalise Sandpipers, Fairway, Southport, Merseyside, PR9

26th October 2018

MOGWAI with special guests The Twilight Sad play LIVERPOOL – Eventim Olympia on Thursday 22nd November 2018!

Last year saw Mogwai release their eagerly anticipated ninth studio album, Every Country’s Sunvia their own Rock Action Records in vinyl, CD and digital formats. The record is their first studio album

26th October 2018

Formby Hall to Become World Class Destination Resort

Planning permission recieved to create Formby Hall world-class destination resort Approval has been given for Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa’s planning application that will see its current top-end facilities transformed into

26th October 2018

As UK Broadband Falls Behind, Government Sets Dubious Goal

As UK Broadband Falls Behind, Government Sets Dubious Goal As we head further into the 21st century, internet users here in Southport, and in all of the UK for that matter, are

26th October 2018

PORT ready to sign former Leeds ‘wonder kid’ Billy Whitehouse

Southport FC are ready to sign Billy Whitehouse. OTS News understands that Southport FC are currently in negotiations to sign one of non league football hottest properties for an undisclosed fee a wonder

25th October 2018

TRAFFIC | M62 and M57 closed in both directions

The M62 and M57 have been closed in both directions after a woman falls from bridge. Police confirmed that the motorway is closed at Junction 6 of the M62 and traffic is

25th October 2018

WATCH | Tailgater Cyclists dice with death

WATCH | Tailgater Cyclists dice with death Members of Southport Cycling club had a near Miss with death after being caught on camera riding in a tractors blind spot. Two riders were

25th October 2018

Awards all round at new Centre Stage

Awards all round at new Centre Stage A unique Sefton drama company for people from across the borough with support needs staged a special celebration event this week to salute the success

25th October 2018

Enjoying the Halloween and Firework Season

Enjoying the Halloween and Firework Season. Halloween and bonfire night are festivals that are enjoyed by many. Unfortunately, the behaviour of a small minority of people can sometimes spoil the fun for

25th October 2018

Southport MP pushes for full Southport – Manchester service

Southport MP pushes for full Southport – Manchester service Today Damien Moore spoke with Jo Johnson MP, Minister for Rail, about the Southport – Manchester Line. Damien Moore said: “Whilst I welcome

24th October 2018

Southport Hospital trust risks “catastrophic failure” as vital repairs pile up under Tories

Southport Hospital trust risks “catastrophic failure” as vital repairs pile up under Tories A soaring backlog of “high” or “significant” risk maintenance repair is threatening Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust’s capability.

24th October 2018

Internet and phone fraudsters continue to try and scam vulnerable people in SOUTHPORT

Internet and phone fraudsters continue to try and scam vulnerable people in SOUTHPORT. In a recent incident in Southport a 74 year old lady received e mails claiming that her computer had

24th October 2018

Danger driver flees scene of horror Southport crash

A danger driver has fled from the scene of a horrific smash on Lulworth Road overnight (Tuesday/Wednesday 24 October 2018). The victims car was totally destroyed after it collided with a wall

24th October 2018

Young Couples ‘Trapped in Car Dependency’

Young Couples ‘Trapped in Car Dependency’ Young people who have saved for a newly-built home will now too often be trapped in a metal box with wheels. They will be forced to spend

24th October 2018

Missing Leyland Man | Ryan Kennedy

Have you seen Ryan Kennedy? Concern is growing for the 25-year-old who is missing from home in Leyland. Ryan was last seen at 6am on 23rd October in the St Annes Road

24th October 2018

Die hard gamers roll the dice for charity

Die hard fantasy gamers will be undertaking a 24- hour non-stop challenge to raise funds for charity. The 24 Hour event will be held at the Prince of Wales Hotel on Lord

23rd October 2018

Merseyside Police could lose further 300 officers if Government pension bill pushed through

Merseyside Police could lose further 300 officers if Government pension bill pushed through Merseyside’s Police Commissioner has warned that proposed pension changes will “swing a wrecking ball” through the police budget and

23rd October 2018

Wonderland now open for business

Wonderland now open for business Two new shops have officially moved into Chapel Street in Southport. Joe Wild’s winter wonderland inside the former BHS superstore is already drawing in many shoppers and

23rd October 2018

Experience Southport’s Winter Wonderland like never before!

Experience Southport’s Winter Wonderland like never before! It’s time to get your skates on and experience Southport as a winter wonderland this festive season. The resort’s Town Hall Gardens will be transformed

23rd October 2018

New Zonal Engagement and Observations for Patients with Dementia

New Zonal Engagement and Observations for Patients with Dementia Health professionals from Lancashire Care NHS Foundation Trust have successfully implemented a new observation system for patients with dementia in order to enhance

23rd October 2018

Shoplifter charged after Southport thefts

Shoplifter charged after Southport thefts Mark Henstock (33) was arrested on Monday 22nd October and has been charged with 4 counts of shop theft in Southport town centre. A Crime Alert for

23rd October 2018

Southport terminate contracts of Phenix and Corbett

Southport have terminated the contracts of forward Mike Phenix and defender Zac Corbett with immediate effect. Former FC United defender Corbett signed for the club back in May on a free transfer,

23rd October 2018

The guide to Spooktacular Southport Halloween Festival

The guide to Spooktacular Southport Halloween Festival The Southport BID guide to all you can expect at next weeks Spooktacular Southport Halloween Festival. The BId have put together four days of great

23rd October 2018

Southport MP supports Claire House

Southport MP supports Claire House Today, Damien Moore was supporting Claire House Children’s Hospice in their urgent appeal to reach every dying child. You can help Claire House reach #EveryDyingChild by texting

22nd October 2018

Deputy Police Commissioner supports call for stronger action to tackle domestic abuse

Deputy Police Commissioner supports call for stronger action to tackle domestic abuse Calls for the Government to strengthen its forthcoming bill on domestic abuse, provide enhanced funding for refuges and create a

22nd October 2018