Drinking water in Southport can vary from “hard” water to moderately hard
The tap water we use every day in Southport is provided to us by United Utilities. They are a water board that operate in the North West of England, covering over 3
Tree work to begin on Chapel Lane, Formby
Vital tree works are to begin later this month along Chapel Lane, Formby. The street tree management, which begins on Monday January 29, is expected to take around one week to complete.
Southport Holocaust Memorial Service 2018
Sefton will remember victims of the Holocaust during a special memorial ceremony open to everyone. This years’ service will be attended by the Mayor of Sefton, Cllr Dave Robinson and takes place
Jail for phone thief who threatened to stab men on train – Merseyside
A 25-year-old who threatened to stab two men unless they handed over their mobile phones has been jailed for four years and three months, following a British Transport Police investigation. Keith Cross,
R.I.P Reina Dell Fusco of Southport
OTS news is saddened to report the death of Reina Dell Fusco of Southport. Reina died peacefully on the 2nd January 2018. Devoted Wife to Michael, Loving Mother to Amanda, Adrian & Alexandro.
Southport Access for Everyone meeting – Monday 22nd January
The next meeting of Southport Access for Everyone will be held at the Victoria Methodist Church, Sussex Road, Southport PR8 6DG on Monday 22nd January 2018 at 7pm. The premises are fully
Local MP reveals “dangerous complacency” claims Labour’s Liz Savage
Liz Savage, Labour’s Parliamentary Candidate for Southport, explains why she believes local MP Damien Moore has revealed a staggering lack of understanding about one of the biggest issues in his constituency and
UPDATE | Andrew Burke to face murder trial over death of Southport travel agent Cassie Hayes
UPDATE Andrew Burke has appeared in court accused of the murder of a travel agent in Southport. Burke, 30, spoke to confirm his name, address and date of birth as he stood before
Floral tributes and fundraising campaign for Southport travel agent Cassie Hayes
Flowers have been laid at the scene of a tragic murder investigation as tributes for the victim continue to pour in. Hundreds of bouquets lie outside the Southport branch of travel agents TUI where Cassie
Planned North West road works – Monday 15 to Sunday 21 January
The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of Friday 12 January but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or
MP signs petition objecting to Churchtown development
Southport MP Damien Moore has signed an online petition objecting to the development by Wainhomes off Bankfield Lane in Churchtown. Wainhomes North West has applied for full planning permission to build 121
RESULT | Southport 2-0 Leamington
Southport 2-0 Leamington 0′ – SFC – Kick Off 8′ – SFC – Yellow Card – Jordan Richards 9′ – SFC – GOAL – Jack Sampson 29′ – LFC – Yellow Card
Residents set up funding page to support the family of Cassie Hayes tragically murdered in Southport
A funding page has been set up by local residents to support Cassie’s family in the wake of yesterdays tragic event were she was murdered whilst working in a town centre shop
Cassie Hayes killed ‘after throat was slit’ in horrific attack inside TUI travel agents in front of terrified shoppers
Cassie Hayes, 28, was killed in a horrific knife attack inside a busy travel agents in front of Saturday shoppers. The victim, named locally tonight as Cassie Hayes – who is reported
Damien Moore’s Visit to St. Patrick’s Catholic Primary School
Yesterday, Damien Moore visited St. Patrick’s in Southport as he continued his tour of the constituencies primary and secondary schools. The primary school is performing above target and is now attended by
UPDATE: Murder investigation underway after 28 year-old killed in Southport travel agents
Merseyside Police can confirm a murder investigation has been launched following an incident in Southport today, Saturday 13th January. Officers were contacted at 1.25pm following reports that a 28-year-old woman had been
PREVIEW : Southport V Leamington
Southport FC are back in action at the Merseyrail Community Stadium this Saturday as Leamington make the trip from Warwickshire. The Southport were unfortunate not to come away from last week’s clash
Council Standards Committee Processes Misused in Petty Vendettas
Local Council ‘Standards’ processes are being misused in petty political vendettas, it is being claimed this week. It appears that the government’s intention to stop frivolous and petty complaints, which caused it
21 year-old man charged with attempted murder after Southport shooting
Merseyside Police can confirm a 21 year-old man has been charged with attempted murder, ABH and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life. Jamie Bridge, of Wyresdale Road, Walton, will appear
Woodlands – Don your best dress to make difference for a local charity
Do you love getting dressed up, enjoy a tasty meal with friends, enjoy listening to live music or are you the last one on the dancefloor wanting the party to continue all
Horrific crash leaves Audi lodged in Waterloo Road garden
Police are currently dealing with a horrific RTA on Waterloo Road, Friday 12 January. An Audi has collided into the wall of a residential property leaving multiple casualties in need of first
Sefton health experts offer five tips to help you avoid the flu
Leading health figures from Sefton Council, NHS Sefton Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) and NHS Southport and Formby CCG have joined together to offer expert advice to residents on how they can best avoid
A quarter of a million pound revamp of an Ainsdale church has finished
The huge sum of money was spent on a massive refurbishment of St John’s church in Ainsdale. Local firm Aztec carried out the works which included a complete mains and electrical refit,
A kind hearted schoolgirl has raised nearly £250 for charity completing a gruelling 5k run
Keen athlete Elouise Cairns trained hard for three months along with classmates at St John’s Primary School in Crossens to prepare for the recent Park Run. But the eight year old decided
Merseyside Police issue a warning of bogus tradesman in Southport
Incidents of bogus tradesmen targeting elderly residents on Morley Road and Garstang Road in Southport have reported to Merseyside Police recently. Crime Prevention Tips It is always easy to say after an event
Senior Sefton officers could be in line for bumper pay rise – thanks to Labour
Sefton Council’s 50 highest paid officers could be in line for bumper pay rises following Labour councillors agreeing a controversial provision in the Council’s draft new Pay Policy at a meeting on
Damien Moore MP meets with Age UK on behalf of Southport Residents
This morning, Damien Moore MP met with Age UK to discuss the Governments plans to launch a social care Green Paper on behalf of residents living in Southport. The charity, which campaigns
Councillor’s urgent call to safeguard the future of Southport Market
Councillor’s urgent call to safeguard the future of Southport Market A leading campaigner has called for urgent action to keep alive Southport’s indoor market and preserve its unique heritage. Cllr David Barton,
Conservatives join calls for the introduction of knife wands in Southport
Southport Conservatives are calling for the rollout of “knife wands” in venues in Southport. These metal detectors have been introduced in one hundred venues across Liverpool after a string of incidents. The
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service introduces blood pressure checks as part of ‘Safe and Well’ visits
The British Heart Foundation (BHF) has funded Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) to offer blood pressure (BP) checks, advice and signposting as part of the ‘Safe and Well’ visits carried out