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Sefton celebrate Plastic Free July with plea to cut down on single use plastics

Sefton Council have joined organisations across the UK in celebrating Plastic Free July and reflecting how we can all do more to reduce plastic pollution. In 2018, Sefton Council passed a motion

5th July 2021

Southport man Josh Johnson, who is wanted on recall to prison

Southport man wanted on recall to prison

Police are appealing for help in tracing a 25-year-old man who is wanted on recall to prison. Josh Johnson, who is originally from Southport, is wanted for breaching the conditions of his

5th July 2021

Have your say on future improvement and investment at the Ainsdale coast

Sefton Council is urging people to take part in their latest public consultation which sets out its vision for improving and investing in facilities at Ainsdale-on-Sea. During 2020, an extensive consultation with

4th July 2021

Kew councillors respond to incidence of domestic violence in Virginia Street

Last week a fifty year old man was arrested for attempted murder following reports of a woman suffering from knife wounds. The stabbing shocked and saddened Southport residents. The attempted murder is

4th July 2021

Fox & Goose set for official re-opening this weekend

The legendary Fox & Goose pub will open its doors to the public on Saturday for the first time since 2018. The venue will host a private opening tonight (Friday 2 July)

2nd July 2021

Sefton Council shares Southport Crematorium update

Sefton Council’s Green Sefton Service has now undertaken extensive maintenance to the grounds of Southport Crematorium, after its regular upkeep was hampered by the effects of COVID-19. The update comes the day

2nd July 2021

RTC causes Lord Street delays

A collision between a BMW and a Honda people-carrier is causing small delays along Lord Street. Emergency services were called to the Monument on Lord Street at approximately 1pm. Officers remain at

2nd July 2021

Conservative volunteers pick litter along Lord Street

This week Southport Conservatives have been out picking litter along Lord Street. A group of dedicated volunteers including Birkdale Ward campaigner, Lee Durkin, Kew Ward campaigner Laura Nuttall and Dukes Ward Councillors,

1st July 2021

Fire service to increase number of fire engines on Merseyside

Innovative plans to increase the number of fire engines and create specialist fire stations across Merseyside have been unanimously approved. The plans contained within Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service’s (MFRS) Integrated Risk

1st July 2021

Peanut still looking for his purfect home

The handsome and wonderfully playful Peanut is still looking for his purfect family and the team from Woodlands Animal Sanctuary are desperate for him to find his loving forever home before they

1st July 2021

Council confirms free school meal voucher scheme for summer holidays

Cllr Trish Hardy, Sefton Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities and Housing has today written to the Borough’s headteachers to confirm funding for free school meals over the six-week school summer holidays. In

1st July 2021

Sefton Council outlines action with sand clearance at Southport promenade

Sefton Council’s Green Sefton team have set out the ways they are managing the build-up of windblown sand along popular coastal paths. In recent months around 90 tonnes of sand has been

30th June 2021

Council slams MP for ‘misleading’ cycle lane claims

Sefton Council has hit back over Damien Moore’s announcement suggesting he had secured an extension to the deadline of a local cycle lane consultation. Southport MP Damien Moore had announced an extension

30th June 2021

Paramedic thanks Good Samaritan after Ainsdale suprise

An anonymous Good Samaritan has helped put a smile on the faces of paramedics working in Ainsdale. The mystery resident placed two chocolate bars and two bottles of water on the rear

29th June 2021

Man charged with attempted murder after Virginia Street attack

Police have named and charged a Southport man with attempted murder following a horrific knife attack in the town centre. Detectives have charged 50 year-old Leslie Marshall with attempted murder following an

28th June 2021

PICTURES: 10k/Half Marathon in Southport today

Hundreds of runners descended on Southport today for the annual 10k/Half Marathon event. OTS reporters were on scene taking pictures of today’s event. Congratulations to all involved!

27th June 2021

Murder investigation after couple found dead with shotgun wounds in Dinorwic Road

Police have confirmed a murder investigation is underway following the discovery of the bodies of a man and woman in a house in Southport. Officers were called at 9.40am on Wednesday 23rd

25th June 2021

Stolen tools recovered in Southport by police dog Jango

A builder has man’s best friend to thank after a police dog recovered a hoard of stolen tools in Southport. Police Dog Jango, solving one of his first cases since joining the

25th June 2021

Police appeal for information after woman stabbed by partner at Virginia Street home

Police have released an updated statement after a man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder at a property on Virginia Street this morning. A 50-year-old male was arrested after assaulting his

25th June 2021

Opening date confirmed for Southport Market

The brand new Southport Market will officially open its doors in mid-July, in time for a scorching summer of tasty treats, thirst quenching drinks and much more. A host of traders, including

25th June 2021

Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after Virginia Street incident

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after attacking a woman at a home on Virginia Street. Police have swarmed upon a house in Southport this morning, including CID

25th June 2021

Covid not a “Monday to Friday” virus warns Council health chief

As the weekend approaches, Sefton Council is reminding people who live and work in the Borough, that unlike many of us COVID-19 doesn’t take Saturdays and Sundays off. Additionally, people are being

24th June 2021

Determined supporters vow to Race For Life

People are being urged to look beyond lockdown by making a date to join Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life in Merseyside. The charity’s much-loved events are aiming to return to the region this summer and autumn but

24th June 2021

Sefton Council Cabinet approves development of strategy as child poverty heightened by covid-19 pandemic

As part of work to combat the effects of child poverty, which have been worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic, Sefton Council’s Cabinet has approved the development of a Child Poverty Strategy. Developing

24th June 2021

Concerns raised over Semina Halliwell death after mother makes rape allegations

This story contains distressing details of sexual assault and bullying. Anyone who is struggling with suicidal thoughts or bullying in the UK can call The Samaritans on 116 123 or children can

23rd June 2021

Pair arrested after Neville Street drugs search

Officers on patrol in Southport arrested two men for drugs offences and seized a quantity of cash in the early hours of this morning, Wednesday 23 June. At around 1.40am, police were

23rd June 2021

Break-in at Foul Lane Concrete Company

A man broke into The Concrete Company on Foul Lane on Sunday, prompting a police search. Eyewitnesses told OTS that a man had broken into the property at approximately 5pm on Father’s

23rd June 2021

Councillors highlight ‘terrible state’ of Southport Crematorium

Conservative councillors are highlighting the condition of Southport Crematorium which they say is “simply not good enough” and in a “terrible state” Councillors Terry Jones, Sinclair d’Albuquerque and Mike Morris say residents

23rd June 2021

Southport Lifeboat assist successful search for missing woman at Ainsdale beach

Southport Lifeboat and quads were tasked by Holyhead Coastguard to search for a despondent female on Ainsdale beach yesterday evening. Quads proceeded to Ainsdale and carried out a hasty search of the

23rd June 2021

Police Commissioner unites with community safety organisations over anti-social behaviour

More than 30 community safety organisations will receive training today to ensure victims of anti-social behaviour get the right response, thanks to the region’s Police Commissioner. Emily Spurrell has united with charity

23rd June 2021