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Southport MP pushes for reopening of Burscough Curves rail link

Patrick Hurley, MP for Southport, is calling for the reinstatement of the Burscough Curves, a key project that would enhance rail connections in Southport, Ormskirk, and surrounding areas. The proposal seeks to

30th January 2025

Police respond to break in at bespoke bike shop

A bespoke bike shop that sells high end top quality bikes has been broken into. Police have sealed off the Southport Cycles bike shop on Shakespeare Street this morning (Wednesday January 29th).

29th January 2025

Primary Head Teachers of Bebe, Alice and Elsie release new tributes

The Head Teachers of Elsie-Dot Stancombe, Bebe King and Alice da Silva Aguiar have each issued heartfelt tributes to their pupils. Jennifer Septhon, Head Teacher of Farnborough Road Infants School directly addressed

24th January 2025

Town Centre road closed after storm caused roof collapse

Fire crews have closed off a road in Southport Town Centre after storm damage caused a roof to partially collapse. Emergency services have stopped people from entering Post Office Avenue and businesses

24th January 2025

Wigan man jailed for Southport riot is 100th Merseyside disorder conviction

The 100th person has been sentenced in court in connection with violent disorder in Merseyside last summer. Peter Fairhurst, 33, of Scot Lane, in Wigan, appeared at Liverpool Crown Court yesterday, Tuesday

22nd January 2025

Patrick Hurley: Guilty plea a milestone to recovery

A statement from Patrick Hurley MP: “Today’s guilty plea brings us a step closer to justice for the victims and their families affected by the hideous atrocity in Southport on July 29,

20th January 2025

Rudakubana pleads GUILTY to murder in Southport trial

The man who murdered three young girls in Southport last summer has now plead guilty to the crime. Axel Rudakubana changed his plea on Monday morning in a shock twist at Liverpool

20th January 2025

Restoration underway for Southport’s former Leo’s Bar on Nevill Street

A dilapidated building that put a historic Southport street at risk of turning into an eyesore will now be saved thanks to its new owners and Sefton Council. The former Leo’s Bar

17th January 2025

Attorney General issues advice to social media users ahead of Axel Rudakubana trial

The UK’s Attorney General issues a reminder about commenting on the trial of Axel Rudakubana and risks of being in contempt of court. Axel Rudakubana has been charged with 16 offences including

16th January 2025

Lucky cops sniff out Formby whiskey thieves

A chance traffic stop by officers in Waterloo yesterday (Monday 13 January) led them to find 10 bottles of whiskey stolen from a shop in Formby minutes earlier. The officers had spotted

14th January 2025

Southport influencer hit with driving ban after doing 93mph on motorway

A Southport mum and successful social media influencer guru has been banned from driving after being caught speeding on the motorway. Magistrates said they would not spare Lucia Campolucci-Bordi, 32, from a

14th January 2025

Hesketh Bank man jailed for inappropriate behaviour towards young girls

A man has been jailed for inappropriate behaviour towards a teenage girl in a Southport shop. On Thursday 9 January a 15-year-old girl was with her friend in B&M at Central 12

13th January 2025

Bolton man charged over Hillside Pizza Parlour damage

Police have charged a 34-year-old man with stalking and criminal damage after a pizza parlour was targeted in a string of incidents which shocked staff and customers alike. Colin Cooper, of Waterside

7th January 2025

£5.6mn funding announced for Southport’s post-tragedy recovery

At least £5.6 Million will be spent on aiding the recovery of Southport, with the majority of funds being used to support schools around the town, those impacted by both events, local

6th January 2025

Air ambulance lands in Marine Gate after serious incident

An air ambulance has landed on the lawns of Marine Gate Mansions in Southport this afternoon following a serious incident in the town centre. Emergency services are understood to have been called

4th January 2025

Tickets now on sale for Volare restaurant charity lunch

One of Southport’s most popular restaurants is set to host a charity afternoon to raise funds for Alder Hey. Volare on Lord Street will open its doors from 12pm-4pm on Thursday, February

3rd January 2025

Businesses left with rubbish headache as bins overflow

An annual council shutdown is causing a headache for businesses and residents alike across Southport with some bins not set to be emptied for at least another week. One Birkdale Village business

31st December 2024

CCTV appeal after rape in Southport pub

*This story contains details of a sexual assault. Links to support services are listed at the bottom of this article* Detectives investigating a rape in Southport in the early hours of Friday

29th December 2024

Opinion: Where is the best Christmas Eve pub in Southport?

There are few better places to revel in Christmas Eve spirit than your local. Pubs are often considered a great place to visit on Christmas Eve because they combine a festive atmosphere

24th December 2024

Man arrested on suspicion of murder after body found at Braemar Avenue

Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murder, after a 70-year-old was found dead at a house on Braemer Avenue on Sunday. A statement from Merseyside Police said:”We can confirm we

24th December 2024

Viral Southport rioter jailed for 30 months after being ridiculed online

A Southport man who took a brick to his genitals and subsequently became a laughing stock online has now been jailed for two years and six months for his part in the

23rd December 2024

Man sought by detectives over Southport sexual offence report

Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who may have information that could assist enquiries following a sexual offence in Southport. Police received a report of an incident that occurred in

18th December 2024

Last chance to order Farmhouse Kitchen’s festive feast boxes

Time is running out to secure Southport’s best at-home festive feasts. The award-winning Farmhouse Kitchen elves are busy putting the finishing touches on their hugely popular Christmas treasure trove of savory and

18th December 2024

Tesco calls on Southport charities to join free food scheme

Southport thief banned from every Tesco supermarket in town

A Southport man branded a ‘prolific thief’ by police is no longer allowed to enter a series of large chain supermarkets in Southport. Wayne Lewis, 47, of no fixed abode, was given

13th December 2024

MAN FROM SOUTHPORT JAILED FOR 21 YEARS FOR RAPING THREE WOMEN

A man from Southport has been jailed for 21 years for raping three women during separate incidents between 2003 and 2018. Paul Wilson, 44, of Southbank Road, in Southport, denied four counts

9th December 2024

SOUTHPORT MAN ARRESTED ON SUSPICION OF ONLINE SEXUAL OFFENCES

Detectives have arrested a man as part of an ongoing investigation into online sexual offences. The 43-year-old man from Southport was arrested yesterday, Sunday 8 December, on suspicion of the following offences:

9th December 2024

£10,000 reward offered for return of expensive Rolex lost in Southport

An eye watering £10,000 reward is reportedly being offered for the return of a Rolex watch that was allegedly lost in Southport this weekend. The watch appears to be a Rolex Daytona

8th December 2024

Storm Darragh wreaks havoc as 60mph continue to batter Southport

Winds of more than 60mph will continue to blow through Southport throughout Saturday. Storm Darragh, which triggered emergency red alerts in parts of North Wales, landed in Southport overnight and continues to

7th December 2024

Pizza parlour owner forced to close shop after horrifying harassment ordeal

A pizza parlour businessman says he has endured months of targeted harassment leaving him no choice but to temporary close his restaurant. Dan Johnstone of 600 Degrees Pizza is one of the

6th December 2024

Police release CCTV images after £10,000 stolen in Southport and Formby thefts

Police have issued CCTV images of three men they believe could have information that may assist enquiries into the theft of nearly £10,000. The first theft was reported at around 12.30pm on

6th December 2024