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Smack & Pot heads out of control in Woodvale

Community Support officer patrols appear to have been increased following reports that drug use is widespread outside St John Stone Catholic church on Sandbrook Way. Anxious residents at local flats  adjacent to
15th October 2017

The Hesketh Colts Fun Day

There is a sponsored fun run today at 4 o’clock on Meols Cop field. The Hesketh Colts football teams are raising money for football kits across ages 6-16. This time the ‘Diddies’
14th October 2017

CBeebies Star to appear at Christmas switch on

The Southport BID have announced that CBeebies presenter Alex Winters will be appearing at this years lights switch on. A BID spokesperson  said: “We are really excited that CBeebies Alex Winters will
14th October 2017

Suspected drink Driver refuses breath test

A suspected drunk driver has smashed into a parked van, practically writing it off on Lytham Road. The incident, which happened less than an hour ago, took place when a Kia Sorrento
13th October 2017
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It’s official – KGV is rated good by Ofsted

KGV College have received a seal of approval from Ofsted in their recent inspection with Good across all areas. It’s good news all round for KGV this year with bumper enrolment numbers,
13th October 2017

Concern over Southport Children Centres

Concern over Children Centres Southport Liberal Democrat councillors have expressed grave concern over Sefton Council’s proposal to combine the work of Children Centres with Talbot Street Family Centre. “This plan by Sefton
13th October 2017

Gypsy Travellers set up camp in Kings Gardens

 A gang of Travellers have set up camp in the Kings Gardens in Southport overnight (Friday 13 October) Although faster and more effective enforcement powers have come into force regarding unauthorised Gypsy
13th October 2017

Portland Street traders have road rage over closure

Road repairmen who are using Portland Street to store their machines whilst they resurface Lord Street have angered traders. Owners of businesses along Portland Street are now asking why they are still
13th October 2017

Galloway’s set to host Low Vision Roadshow

Sefton based sight loss charity, Galloway’s Society for the Blind, are hosting a Low Vision Roadshow on Tuesday 31st October at Galloway’s in Southport between 10am and 2.30pm. Galloway’s, who support over 7,000
12th October 2017

Disabled Go

Disabled Go People living with or caring for someone with a disability will soon be able to access information about facilities before they visit for a health appointment. Lancashire Care NHS Foundation
12th October 2017

Exciting Job Opportunity at MCS Group

Are you interested in IT? Would you like a new challenge? MCS Group are looking for enthusiastic and hard-working people to join our growing team as a 1st Line IT Support Technician.
12th October 2017

Popular Lord Street boozer has closed down

The popular Sandgrounder Bar on Lord Street, Southport has closed its doors for the final time. A sign outside said closing down 2-4-1 on Draught and bottles. Big Boozer, Garth Burgessto OTS
12th October 2017

Racer driven round the bend after crash

Drivers could only chuckle to themselves with amusement after a speeding Vauxhall careered over a roundabout at Lane End and ended up parking awkwardly on the traffic island itself. Bemused passers by
12th October 2017
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