Southport’s Rubbish Friends out in force
Rubbish Friends out in force Southport’s intrepid Rubbish friends dodged the showers and picked up 35 bags of litter around the Kew roundabout area. “Although we got a good soaking for our
Another uninsured driver off the road in Southport
Uninsured driver off the road in Southport. This vehicle was stopped in Southport on Thursday 5th October. The has been reported for the offence. If you vehicle has no insurance cover it will be
Washing machine fire in Rookery Road, Southport
Firefighters were called to a fire involving a washing machine at a property on Rookery Road in Southport at 4.41pm on Thursday, October 5. Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service was called at
Update on Southport FC Managerial Search
As fans will be aware, the closing date for applications relating to the positions of First Team Manager, Assistant Manager and Coach has now passed, and the Board will now begin the
Result | Southport 1-2 Spennymoor
Southport FC’s shocking run of form continued today as they lost to a last minute goal at home to Spennymore Town. Spennymore Scored on 40 mins and Southport battled back to equalise
Runners find romance in rubbish race
Two sporting enthusiasts are in the running for proposal of the year after getting engaged on the same spot where they met as likeminded joggers half a decade ago. Howard Nuttall has
Hawkshead Street closed after nasty smash
Hawkshead Street is currently closed to traffic due to a nasty car accident. Two vehicles collided on Hawkshead Street shortly after 3pm today after a driver lost control of their vehicle on
Armed burglary foiled in High Park
An early hours armed burglary was foiled in High Park today, but terrified residents are warning others to be on their guard. A house on Byrom Street was targeted in the early
Driver left shaken after roadside police interrogation
Police have pulled over a driver on Sussex Road this afternoon In a random stop check which left the male driver scared of being arrested. The white VW Golf was pulled over
Firefighters breath new life into smoke suffering pets
Fire engines in Southport have been kitted out with pet- friendly oxygen masks. Six kits are now being carried on fire engines, thanks to a partnership between Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service
Two car smash, Argyle Road
Two car smash, Argyle Road The emergency services were called to Argyle Road, Southport shortly after 7am following reports of an RTC. Two cars collided resulting in the white VW crashing into a
MP Damien Moore visits Merefield School in Southport
MP Damien Moore had the pleasure of visiting Merefield School in Southport to meet with staff and pupils. Damien said “On my visit I had the opportunity to tour the school and
Planned roadworks in the North West
Summary for Monday 9 to Sunday 15 October 2017 The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of Friday 6 October and could
Missing Person – Liam Hawkes, 14
Merseyside Police is appealing for the public’s help in tracing a teenage boy who hasn’t been seen since Wednesday 27 September. Liam Hawkes, 14, was last seen on Whitefield Drive, Kirkby, at
Southport Road closed after rush hour crash
A Southport was closed after a rush hour car crash this morning (Friday 6 October) Lancashire Police closed Southport Road in both directions at the junction with Gorsuch Lane, near to the entrance of
More than a great place opens to feed thousands of hungry guests
A fantastic new cafe serving delectable delights to the hungry workforce’s of Southport has launched on Hoghton Street. The Great Place, aptly named for its fantastic array of fine food and drinks,
Nominations now accepted for good citizens award
Nominations are now being accepted for the second round of a major new scheme that recognises Sefton residents who make a difference to life in their local communities. Citizens 4 Good was
Councillor gets Lord Street Pavement Promise from Council Chief Executive
Lord Streets Eastern pavements will NOT be left in their present ‘bitmac’ state, Councillor Tony Dawson reports from Colorado USA where he is presently rehabilitiating at altitude after treatment for a serious
Concern for missing Leyland man
Concern for missing Leyland man We are concerned for the wellbeing of a man missing from home in Leyland. Geno Boyoh, 49, was seen at his address on Alder Close in Leyland
Cllr confirms that Lord Street patch up is only temporary
Cllr Barton, a leading campaigner for the restoration and regeneration of the town centre spoke to OTS News regarding his progress made on behalf of his constituents relating to the recent tarmacking
Cyclists invited to MeCycle Café big chat event
Anyone with an interest in cycling is encouraged to attend the next Sefton Cycle Chat at the MeCycle Café, Station Road, Ainsdale. The evening session, on Tuesday 25 July, starts at 6pm
Could you support someone living with dementia in Southport
Alzheimer’s Society will be holding a drop-in volunteer recruitment event at Lady ‘B’ Tea Shop, 633 Lord Street, Southport on Tuesday 17th October, 11am-2pm to encourage more Sefton residents to volunteer with
Firefighters called to tumble dryer fire on Roe Lane
Firefighters called to tumble dryer fire on Roe Lane Firefighters were called to a fire involving a tumble dryer in the garage of a property on Roe Lane in Southport at 2.59pm
Car crashes through garden wall causing rush hour chaos
Car crashes through garden wall causing rush hour chaos Traffic is backed up along Cemetery Road, Southport this morning after a car smashed into a driveway (Thursday 4 October). The pale blue
It’s time to change our views about men’s mental health
The men of Sefton are being encouraged to step in if they think their friend is acting differently than usual. This comes as research released by Time to Change, the campaign run
Ditch Those Stabilisers return by popular demand
Back by popular demand during the October half term, Sefton Council is delighted to offer a number of ‘Ditch Those Stabilisers’ cycling events. Children aged four and above can learn to ride
Woodlands – Everyone deserves their chance of a happy ever after don’t they?
Woodlands – Everyone deserves their chance of a happy ever after don’t they? As Halloween approaches the curse of the black, and black and white cats is happening again! Woodlands Animal Sanctuary
Conservatives announce Dukes ward by-election candidate
The Conservative Party has selected local campaigner and former NHS nurse Ann Pearmain as the local candidate for the forthcoming Dukes ward by-election on Thursday, November 2nd. Ann Pearmain, who lives in
BMW rear ended outside Southport Hospital
RTC Town Lane Kew Southport The emergency services were called to Town Lane, Southport shortly after 5.15pm this evening to reports of an RTC (Wednesday 3 October). Two cars collided near to the traffic lights
Take a look at Botanic Road Bar & Eatery’s new Menu
The Botanic Road Bar & Eatery is situated in the heart of Churchtown Village. They have recently extended their food service hours from 9.00am – 9.00pm serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. As