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Fore! Golfers create ingenious warning system after huge pothole appears

A trio of golfers found themselves navigating a tricky hole tonight after discovering part of Hesketh Road collapsed. The pot hole which has opened up on the exclusive road, was discovered by

12th August 2020

Sefton Council urges coastline visitors to park considerately

Sefton’s coastline, an internationally protected ‘nature reserve’, is stunning, and we understand why people want to visit, especially when the weather is nice. Since restrictions were lifted allowing people to spend more

12th August 2020

Heartless thieves steal plants from Rotten Row

Thieves have been pictured stealing plants from Rotten Row. The incident occurred on Monday, 10th August. The border is maintained by the Friends Of Rotten Row group, who put thousands of hours

12th August 2020

Council adopts temporary pavement licences to support local business

Sefton Council have adopted a new pavement licence that will allow businesses to place furniture such as outdoor seating on the pavement outside their business. In a press release, Sefton Council said:

12th August 2020

Food hygiene investigation at popular Southport pub

A popular Southport pub is being investigated by food safety chiefs after two diners found themselves violently ill after eating there. Two customers at the Richmond on Scarisbrick New Road were violently

11th August 2020

Male arrested for cannabis possession in Botanic Gardens

Police have arrested a 20-year-old male for cannabis possession during a patrol of the Botanic Gardens. Police have increased patrols in the area after an increasing number of incidents of anti-social behaviour.

11th August 2020

Overnight storms cause Churchtown flood damage

Torrential rain has wreaked havoc on Southport after a major storm overnight. Parts of low lying Southport and Formby in high-risk flood areas have woken up this morning to their roads submerged

11th August 2020

Twilight tickets can provide hefty savings for Sefton’s evening golfers

Sefton Council is reminding golfers about the money-saving prices for late round tickets at its Bootle and Southport Courses. Twilight green fees kick in from 4pm at both Bootle Golf Course when

11th August 2020

Southport lit up by incredible overnight lightning storm

Residents across Southport were treated to a stunning four hour light show overnight as major lightning storms struck across the north-west. Earlier in the evening the Met Office had warned of thunderstorms

11th August 2020

Region braced for four days of thunderstorms as yellow weather warning issued

Southport is set to be rocked by thunder and lightning storms according to local weather experts. The Met Office have announced a yellow warning for severe stormy weather which will hit Southport

10th August 2020

Young people asked for masterpieces to brighten up covid test centres

Young people across Sefton are being asked to submit colourful drawings, paintings, and designs to brighten up the Borough’s two, walk-through COVID-19 test sites in Bootle and Southport. Both of Sefton’s walk-through

10th August 2020

Urgent plea to find foster carers for four children

Lancashire County Council has launched a special appeal to find a loving foster home for three brothers and their sister. The children are currently living with two different foster families, but need

10th August 2020

Males pictured at Southport station wanted in Wigan murder enquiry

Detectives investigating the murder of Steven McMyler in Wigan have released images of four men they want to speak to in relation to the incident. Steven, aged 34, was fatally kicked in

9th August 2020

Major incident as biker critically injured in horror Prom smash

Police have rushed to the scene of a horror crash after a biker collided with a car near to the carousel in Southport this evening. The promenade and Marine Way Bridge have

8th August 2020

Southport Lifeboat launch #itsbehindyou beach safety campaign

Today the Southport Lifeboat has launched #itsbehindyou – a beach safety campaign aimed at educating members of the public with how to stay safe when visiting Southport. A combination of nice weather,

8th August 2020

Sefton public health officials urge use of face coverings

Following her reminder about the need to remain COVID-19 vigilant at home, Sefton’s Interim Director of Public Health Margaret Jones has added her voice to those of the region’s Public Health directors

8th August 2020

Woodlands Animal Sanctuary launch ‘Tea & Tours’ initiative

Woodlands Animal Sanctuary are very pleased to announce a new initiative they have launched; Tea & Tours. For only £10 per adult & £6 per child (under 12) you can get an

8th August 2020

Lifeboat crews called out to missing child search

Southport Lifeboat and Quads were tasked by Holyhead Coastguard to assist in the search for a missing child on Ainsdale Beach yesterday (7th August) The Heather White launched at Southport and conducted

8th August 2020

Canon & Ball set for November Atkinson performance

Fans of farcical pair Cannon and Ball have been told the duo will now come to Southport in November. Bosses at the Atkinson are confident they can start putting on big shows

8th August 2020

Male, 20s, glassed in Birkers Bar

A Southport man was viciously assaulted last night while enjoying a night out with friends. OTS News understands emergency services were called to a Birkdale bar and club just after midnight after

8th August 2020

Home secretary thanks Merseyside fire fighters for coronavirus efforts

Home Secretary Priti Patel paid tribute to the work of firefighters throughout the coronavirus pandemic as she visited Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service yesterday (Thursday 6 August). She met with firefighters who

7th August 2020

Safe re-openings for Sefton’s play areas now complete

Sefton Council has now re-opened safely nearly all of its 100 play areas after they were closed as part of nationwide “lockdown” restrictions to control the spread of COVID-19. Just two remain

7th August 2020

Truck driver to be sentenced for killing Southport mum while using phone at the wheel

A lorry driver who killed a mother of two in a horrific motorway collision unleashed a ‘battering ram’ after using his phone at the wheel, a court has heard. James Majury, 33,

7th August 2020

Argos reveals top Christmas toy predictions for 2020.

Argos have revealed their prediction for the top toys children from Southport will be clamouring for this Christmas. Prices range from £33 for a pooping flamingo to £350 for a Lego Technic

7th August 2020

New street food sensation moves into Southport Market ahead of market transformation

A delicious new street food destination has opened in Southport town centre. Paulo no Mercado has just opened at Southport Market, with a frontage facing both King Street and Market Street. The

7th August 2020

Search for Sid: reward offered to find missing parrot

A young Parakeet has gone missing from his home in Southport. A reward is being offered for the safe return le any information that would lead to the owner of one year

6th August 2020

Birkdale United U13 in search of players for upcoming season

Birkdale United U13’s are looking for players for the upcoming season 2020/21. They are an established team with a welcoming environment. To be eligible to play your child will be starting year

6th August 2020

Barton’s brainstorm is the ‘key’ to Southport rejuvenation

A prolific heritage campaigner from Southport believes he holds the secret to a regeneration revolution within his hometown. David Barton, an ex Councillor for the Town Centre and West Birkdale, says his

5th August 2020

Resort youngsters asked to ‘brighten up’ virus test centre

Children in Southport are being asked to brighten up the Southport walk in test centre by sending in drawings, paintings, and other colourful artworks which will then be put on display The

5th August 2020

Appeal for eye-gaze technology for Southport man with rare brain tumour

The family of a Southport man who has spent two years in intensive care are fundraising to help purchase specialist equipment to help his quality of life. Michael Walton was left needing

5th August 2020