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Man, 32, missing from home in Skelmersdale We are becoming increasingly concerned for the welfare of a 32-year-old man who has gone missing from home in Skelmersdale. Kirk Evans was last seen
Photo: 14 year-old Craig Stewart Missing Person Appeal on behalf of Merseyside Police Merseyside Police is appealing for the public’s help in tracing the whereabouts of 14 year-old Craig Stewart from Bootle.
Photo: No insurance and overloaded Police seize overloaded scrap metal van in Southport Officers from the Merseyside Roads Policing Unit seized the above vehicle for no insurance and weight offences in High
A gritty win at Southport ended Chester’s six-match winless run. The Blues made the early running as Evan Horwood found Tom Shaw with a cute pass and the midfielder struck the post.
Two charged following Formby burglary and theft Merseyside Police can confirm two men have been charged with burglary, theft, theft shop and common assault following an incident yesterday (Thursday, 23 February). Alan Rimmer,
FLEETWOOD BAC play SOUTHPORT – Atkinson on Friday 21st April 2017 The world’s first and best Fleetwood Mac tribute band, endorsed by Mick Fleetwood himself, have had huge acclaim with The Times
Golfers swing into action for charity fundraiser OVER £9,000 has been raised for various charities thanks to the work of the Hesketh Golf Club junior section. Members of the club say they
Sentencing of Sandra Jones and Michael Miszczak Merseyside Police welcomes the sentencing of Michael Miszczak, 54 of address Acorn Street Newton le Willows and Sandra Jones, age 52 of Promenade, Southport, who were
Pleasureland staff work around the clock ahead of a bumper summer A HUGE scheme of safety checks, refurbishments and decorating are underway at Pleasureland Southport in order to get the park up
Strong winds bring tree down on Beresford Drive Strong winds over the last two days have brought down a tree on Beresford Drive, Churchtown, Southport, Thursday 23 February 2017 A Beresford Drive resident
Jonathan Parry – Outcome of executive disciplinary appeals Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust confirmed today that the disciplinary appeal hearings in respect of allegations against the former Chief Executive, Jonathan Parry,
Meols Ward Councillors Advice Centre – Thursday 23rd February Meols Ward Councillors John Dodd, Nigel Ashton and Jo Barton will be holding their next Advice Centre
Photo: The Learning Rooms, Liverpool Road, Birkdale, The Learning Rooms awarded £375,000 grant. The Learning Rooms which supports young people with learning difficulties has been awarded a £375,000 grant. The Learning Rooms
Photo: Trees destroyed after deliberate fire on Formby Squirrel Walk A large area of the National Trust Squirrel Walk at Formby was set alight by vandals on Saturday night (18 February 2017). Many
Formby MP, Bill Esterson has written to the Health Secretary about government plans to shut A&E at Southport and Formby Hospital. The plans were highlighted in national media reports and are part
Photo: Paint Pots The brushes have dried out at a popular Southport painting emporium. Paint Pots, based in the town centre, announced this week that they have shut down their centre near to
Last Chance for Community Groups in Merseyside to Enter Awards Time is running out for community projects in Merseyside to enter Yorkshire Bank’s Spirit of the Community Awards 2017 for a chance
Photo: This a pic of the house and it says John Rimmer and sons furniture cartage. The woman in the pic is supposed to be the HouseKeeper Southport surviving relatives of John
Photo: Councillor David Barton Southport Councillor calls for closer liaison with taxi drivers after complaints prompt tree u-turn A councillor has called for Sefton Council to consult Southport’s taxi drivers before planting
An Evening Celebrating the Music of John Denver The music of John Denver still brings joy to music lovers all over the world. We are absolutely delighted that on Thursday 23rd February,
Leading veterinary charity, PDSA, is appealing for local animal lovers to lend a paw and volunteer at its Southport shop to help raise vital funds for sick and injured pets. PDSA Shop Manager,
Photo: Family law executive Kim Busby Kim joins Southport Family team Napthens solicitors has expanded its team in Southport. Family law executive Kim Busby has joined the firm’s office in the town
Photo: Speed dating event at The Falstaff, King St, Southport Last call for Southport singles tonight at The Falstaff, February 14 2017 Event organiser Adam Brown said: “We are looking for singles of all
Photo: Police remain outside Sainsbury’s on Lord Street Man kicks police car window through in arrest rage Merseyside Police were called to Sainsburys on Lord Street, Southport this afternoon after a man
Christopher Maerevoet Hair & Beauty Awarded Guinot’s Prestigious Crown Status 2017 Christopher Maerevoet Hair & Beauty, Southport has been awarded the status of Guinot Crown Salon 2017. This coveted title celebrates the highest
Photo: Hillside Road Sefton Council continue to ignore Hillside Road residents in their bid to stop people parking their cars in the woodland area opposite the houses. Resident Sarah said: “Neighbors have
WATCH | Armed police arrest male in pre planned operation in Southport Armed police swooped on an unsuspecting male in broad daylight this afternoon, Sunday 12 February 2017. The suspect was arrested
Photo: Police speed check on Rotten Row Merseyside Police Enforcement Operations target road safety offences Merseyside Road Safety Partnership’s Safer Roads Problem Solving Team has been working in partnership with all the
Liverpool Deputy Lord Mayor Cllr Malcolm Kennedy and Regenerus Chair Cllr John Fairclough pictured (front) with UK and European partners at this week’s Connect conference. A Sefton organisation hosted a major European
Southport’s MP John Pugh has encouraged local schools to take part in the UK’s largest youth model rocket competition, the UK Rocketry Challenge. John Pugh joined the 2015 and 2016 winning teams