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Three arrested for Class A drug supply after Ocean Plaza stop and search

Police arrested a 19-year-old male on 31st October in Southport after a stop and search. His car was stopped near the Ocean Plaza McDonalds in Southport at around 8pm. Here, he was

4th November 2020

Five month gas pipe replacement on Sussex Road starts Monday

Work will start on Monday to replace 1.2km of gas pipe under Sussex Road. The replacement work will start on Monday 9th November and will continue until March. Temporary traffic lights will

4th November 2020

Restoring rail services between Southport, Preston and Ormskirk is vital for local economy, says Damien Moore

Restoring rail services between Southport, Preston and Ormskirk is vital for the local economy in the region, says MP Damien Moore. The Southport Conservative MP praised the cross party determination to restore

4th November 2020

Sandgrounders take starring role in launch of Town Deal video

A host of Southport residents and businesses have come together to mark the launch of the Southport Town Deal in a special video. The Southport Town Deal board have today released a

3rd November 2020

CVS appeals for more trustees for Sefton charities

A leading Sefton charity support organisation is appealing for more local residents to offer their services as trustees of good causes across the borough. Waterloo-based Sefton CVS, which provides a wide range

3rd November 2020

Southport excluded from Liverpool’s mass testing program

Southport will be excluded from Liverpool’s new mass testing program, despite previously being forced into tier-3 restrictions as part of the “Liverpool City Region”. 2,000 military personnel will descend on the city

3rd November 2020

How to Keep Your Plants Healthy and Growing Through the Winter

In the UK, winter can see freezing temperatures that can be detrimental to many plants without the right equipment and care. If your grow your own plants at home, and want to

3rd November 2020

Safe Shopping During COVID-19 – How It Can Be Achieved

Safe shopping is something you probably never even thought of before 2020. If you needed groceries or other items, you’d just head to the store and pick up what you needed. Well,

3rd November 2020

What You Need to Know About Becoming a Landlord

They say that investing in property is one of the safest and most sound investments people can make. Sure they may not make a fortune overnight, but the idea is that they

3rd November 2020

Ambulance service activates Major Incident plan due to volume of calls

The North West Ambulance Service has declared a Major Incident due to the sheer volume of emergency calls this evening. NWAS guidance says: “An incident may be declared as a major incident

2nd November 2020

Allotment owner left ‘heartbroken’ by vandal rampage

An allotment owner has been left totally “heartbroken” after their beloved project was smashed into hundreds of pieces by an unidentified group of vandals. The allotment patch, situated at the Birkdale Irrigation

2nd November 2020

Caravan parks and B&Bs to suffer as pre Christmas holidays are BANNED

Caravan park owners, along with Bed and Breakfast sites in Southport are being forced to tighten their belts once again as they brace for a country-wide holiday ban. From Thursday, holidays both

2nd November 2020

Southport should be ‘proud’ of Coronavirus response

The leader of Sefton Council, Cllr Ian Maher, has issued a message of thanks to Southport residents and businesses for their continued efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. Cllr Ian Maher, Leader

1st November 2020

Caravan parks and B&Bs to suffer as pre Christmas holidays are BANNED

Caravan park owners, along with Bed and Breakfast sites in Southport are being forced to tighten their belts once again as they brace for a country-wide holiday ban. From Thursday, holidays both

1st November 2020

Pub staff give back to beautiful Churchtown village

A pub in Churchtown is doing their bit to make the area look a little brighter in these troubled times. The Hesketh Arms, Churchtown, have took to the sponge and fairy liquid

1st November 2020

Southport public split over National lockdown

With reports that the entire country is likely to face another national lockdown, OTS asked our readers whether they thought new measures were necessary. Prime Minister Boris Johnson will hold a press

31st October 2020

All games cancelled on Sefton football pitches this weekend

Sefton Council have confirmed that all matches due to be played on their pitches this weekend have been cancelled. Due to inclement weather, all matches and training on council pitches this weekend

31st October 2020

Sefton Council urges residents to stay safe this October/November

This Halloween and Bonfire Night authorities across the Liverpool City Region are urging residents not to gather or arrange events. With the Liverpool City Region under Tier 3 restrictions, the risk of

31st October 2020

Police issue travel guidance after Met Office weather warning

@MetOfficeUK have issued weather warnings for the north west, of heavy rain and high winds across the whole weekend. Coastal areas may see gusts of 50mph or higher. Care will be needed

31st October 2020

POLL | Do we need a national lockdown?

Britain is headed for a new national lockdown next week, The Times Reports. We’re asking OTS readers whether you support a new national lockdown, or whether the proposed measures go too far.

31st October 2020

Police appeal for information on missing Southport teenager

Sefton Police appealing for the public’s help in tracing a 16-year-old girl who is missing from home. Courtney Whitehead was last seen in Cobden Road, Southport at around 8am yesterday, Thursday, 29

30th October 2020

Motorcycle RTC at Meols Cop Bridge

Police and paramedics have been called to the scene of a serious crash near to Holy Family Church in Southport involving a biker. Emergency crews have been called to the junction of

30th October 2020

Mum ‘furious’ after baker daughter denied shopping

A furious mum has complained to a supermarket chain after her cake baking daughter was refused service at a Birkdale convenience store. Marina Townsend has written to OTS News to say her

30th October 2020

Coronavirus testing sites continue to operate across Sefton this November

Sefton Council will continue to support coronavirus testing, seven days a week, at locations across the Borough this November – ensuring an easy and straightforward process for those with symptoms to book

30th October 2020

Work begins to transform Southport Market

Southport Market is a step closer to being transformed into a new ‘culture experience’ with work set to start on Monday 2nd November with the reopening scheduled for Spring 2021. The incredible

30th October 2020

Annual hospital memorial service broadcast online this Sunday

Southport and Ormskirk hospitals’ annual memorial service will be broadcast online this Sunday at 11am. Every year the chaplaincy and spiritual care service holds a memorial event for the remembrance of loved

30th October 2020

Chapel Street Santander temporarily closes

Customers at Santander Chapel Street were shocked today to find the branch closed without warning. A sign posted in the window of the branch says it will reopen on November 4th. The

29th October 2020

Police execute Lord Street drug warrant

Today, Thursday the 29th October 2020, Southport Local Policing Team conducted a successful drugs warrant in Lord Street, Southport. Cannabis plants were being grown in several rooms in various stages of maturity.

29th October 2020

More Southport arrests as local drug clampdown continues

Police have charged further people with drugs offences after a second series of warrants were executed in Sefton and Lancashire. Last week 11 people were charged with conspiracy to supply Class A

28th October 2020

Emergency services assist man on rooftop

Helicopters and emergency services were scrambled to Southport Town Centre last night after reports of a man in distress on a rooftop. Emergency crews, including a team from National Police Air Service,

28th October 2020