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Katie Price reveals why she is coming to Southport……. Katie Price, TV star and businesswoman who has a finger in most pies Katie Price is coming to Southport next month to visit
Traffic is backing up on the Coast Road after two cars smashed into each other head on earlier this evening. Police have closed off the northbound carriageway of the Coast Road after
Top gong for Southport sports injury surgeon A surgeon has received a major international award for his work on a common knee injury that left untreated can end the sports careers of
The Atkinson, has been lit up in the colours of the rainbow flag as part of a three year initiative to help the Liverpool City Region become more visibly LGBT friendly. Cllr
Community groups which work to divert young people away from crime and anti-social behaviour are being given the chance to bid for grants for projects running during the autumn half-term, thanks to
Submit your film for Day of the Dead Atkinson festival The Dead of Night Film Festival comes to you on the 20th & 21st October 2017 and is a new addition to
Photos sent in by an OTS Reader seem to confirm rumours that a takeover of the ex BHS building is imminent. Businessmen were spotted in the former department store on Chapel Street
Huge crowds of Labour supporters are expected to welcome Leader Jeremy Corbyn to town next month. The labour leader, whose divisive attitude often splits members of his own party, will be provisionally
Pensioners making a dash for the popular X2 bus this morning after doing their weekly shop in Morrisons have been practically forced to swim to their stop. Heavy rain overnight created a
An application has been submitted to build homes on land behind Andrews Close Formby. Although this site is included in the Local Plan to be released for development, at the the time
Jason James Murphy 10/6/72- 21/7/17 Funeral arrangements for Jason Murphy (Southport) Jason passed away peacefully in hospital with all his family around him after a short illness. He will be dearly missed
Thunderstorms cause widespread disruption Thunderstorms struck the North West last night, causing the most damage in Southport and Formby. The electrical storm rolled over the coast, knocking out large swathes of satellite
Uninsured driver has car seized by Police on Preston New Road, Southport. The driver of this Ford Escort thought it acceptable to drive whilst not insured or taxed in Southport this morning (Wednesday
The family of a furious bike owner are appealing for any information after his bicycle was swiped outside MeCycle cafe in Ainsdale. In a plea to reunite the bike with his brother,
Appeal launched to find missing man We are appealing for information after a 19-year-old man went missing from Leyland. Corey Brooks was last seen around 11pm on Sunday (July 23) in the
A Southport bar has refused to pay the taxi fare for the victim of a horrific 'glassing attack' after he was taken to hospital. Alan Wiles was passing the Foghorn Bar on
Southport and Formby Hospital will stay open, says MP Southport’s new Member of Parliament has sought to clarify the future of Southport & Formby District Hospital – insisting it will stay open.
A new recognition scheme, celebrating Southport residents for being good citizens, is being launched by Sefton CVS and the Sefton Mayor’s Office. Citizens 4 Good hopes to recognise local people for good deeds,
Summer is the perfect time to make the most out of the outdoors; sitting in the garden, enjoying the sunshine and even going on that long-awaited holiday. Unfortunately, whilst you’re out and
Budding thespians in Southport are being offered the chance to take part in a special theatre workshop in Ormskirk. A spokesperson for the Civic said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone
An archeological dig is set to take place right on Southport’s doorstep. Dubbed ‘Project Valhalla’ the fascinating dig hopes to excavate part of a medieval palace fortress at Lathom, home of Sir
A first win in five attempts this pre-season was the reward for Southport’s persistence as they finally converted their chances into a result against lower league opposition. Having failed to find the
How do you fancy a great day out playing a round of golf with Liverpool legends at Formby Hall in September, courtesy of LFC Hospitality? Join them for a special LFC Golf
Southport have completed the loan signing of 21-year-old defender Dominic Smith from Shrewsbury Town, initially until January 2nd. Dominic has made 31 League One appearances for the Shrews, also appearing in the
Ignorant football fans taking advantage of free parking on Haig Avenue have yet again run the risk of angering neighbours. A furious Haig Avenue resident has written into OTS News saying enough
Fire crews have been called to Chapel Street tonight after a fire broke out at the rear of JD Sports and Chase Menswear. The popular shopping street was filled with smoke as
Fears that the Band Stand is becoming a hotbed of drug taking have been fuelled after photos were taken showing alleged distribution and use of cannabis A group of teenagers were caught
Healthcare commissioners in Southport and Formby have improved their annual performance score in the latest national assessment of clinical commissioning groups (CCG) carried out by NHS England. NHS Southport and Formby CCG
Would you like to make new friends, help out in the community and take part in fun firefighting drills? If so, then why not apply to be a Merseyside Fire & Rescue
Young carers from Southport recently took part in a unique pilot to help them meet challenges they face in their everyday lives. The initiative from Sefton Council’s library service and Sefton Carers