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Apology demanded from Southport MP accused of “clear discrimination” against Black Lives Matter protest

Southport’s Conservative MP has been told he should apologise after denouncing the Black Lives Matter protest held in the town at the weekend. Posting on his Facebook page, Damien Moore made a

18th June 2020

Shocking figures reveal scale of furloughed workers in resort

A staggering 36,000 jobs in Sefton have been supported by government schemes during the Covid 19 crisis – including 27,700 by furlough. The two separate packages of finan- cial support, known as

17th June 2020

Online Studying: Is It Really That Education Can Switch Forever To Online?

There are several types of online school education. First of all, it is an individual and collective form. In addition, there is asynchronous training (when students send completed assignments and receive feedback,

17th June 2020

No Deposit Bonuses—Information about Online Casinos and These Offers

We all love great gambling deals. But when it’s a bonus you don’t have to work hard for, you might pose to check if there’s something you’re missing. Most casino bonuses come

17th June 2020

Drugs seized in Tarleton traffic stop

During a routine traffic stop in Tarleton, a quantity of drugs were found and a 20yr old male from Hesketh Bank was arrested today. He has now been released under investigation pending

17th June 2020

How to Protect Yourself From Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is one of the most heinous and damaging crimes imaginable, but unfortunately, it is a major issue all over the world. What makes the problem so difficult to eradicate is

17th June 2020

Southport MP Damien Moore urges people to support local businesses as shops reopen

People are being urged to do all they can to support local businesses when shops across Southport reopen on Monday (15th June) after three months in lockdown. Southport MP Damien Moore hailed

15th June 2020

New contractor to complete £19 Million Birkdale Care Village

Warrington-based contractor Cruden Construction is set to complete the work on Birkdale’s new £19 million state-of-the-art care village, following its appointment by leading care operator, Belong. With a strong background in care

15th June 2020

From tomorrow | Everyone travelling on public transport in England to wear face coverings

From Monday (June 15), please be aware that new rules will come into force which require everyone travelling on public transport in England to wear face coverings. The new rules are designed

14th June 2020

Southport residents remember to take care in the heat

Community reminded to stick to social distancing guidelines ahead of weekend

POLICE are reminding our local communities of the importance of social distancing to ensure everyone stays safe. The lifting of various lockdown restrictions continues and people are spending more time outdoors and

13th June 2020

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Damien Moore MP responds on Cllr Greg Myers Sefton funding allegations

Southport MP Damien commented: “I will be updating my Facebook page and website later this week to update constituents about funding for Sefton Council, but I wanted to tackle this article by

12th June 2020

Southport award winning dental hygienist clinic to re-open 15th June 2020

AFTER BEING CLOSED DUE TO LOCKDOWN RESTRICTIONS SINCE THE 23RD JUNE, THE COSMETIC DENTAL HYGIENIST IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE CLINIC WILL RE-OPEN FOR CONSULTATIONS AND HYGIENIST TREATMENT FROM 15TH JUNE.

12th June 2020

Council chiefs back Black Lives Matter protest

Council bosses have lent their support to a Black Lives Matter protest in Southport. A peaceful socially distanced protest is expected to take place in Southport on Saturday June 13, to join

12th June 2020

ARE WE THERE YET? ARE WE THERE YET? ARE WE THERE YET?

Sefton Council is warning people planning on driving to its beaches this weekend that ‘Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet?’ is what their day out could sound

12th June 2020

Southport Tory MP quizzed over “black hole” Sefton Covid cash cuts.

Sefton Council has had nearly a quarter of its emergency funding slashed by the government as it tries to tackle the Coronavirus Crisis, it’s been revealed. The authority has been handed a

12th June 2020

‘ Topping out’ ceremony to mark major milestone towards completion of new Merseyside Police headquarters

A ‘topping out’ ceremony to mark a major milestone towards the completion of Merseyside Police’s new Headquarters will take place today (Friday, 12th June). Merseyside’s Police Commissioner Jane Kennedy and Chief Constable

12th June 2020

2020 marks KDM Supplies LTD 40th Anniversary

KDM Supplies was started by Kenneth Maddick in 1980 at 1A Kensington Road, Southport as the one small shop. Beverley Bush (Ken’s Daughter) joined the business in 1985 and Andrew Bush joined

11th June 2020

Celebrating Carers and Improving Services

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust (LSCft) is working with local carers to understand their experiences and improve services for people in the future. The Trust is celebrating National Carer’s Week

11th June 2020

Hungry driver blocks road to eat her lunch

A motorist has been branded as dangerous after parking on the busy promenade road to eat their lunch The driver of the Toyota Prius, with children in the car, stopped on double

11th June 2020

Southport sign Mo Ali

Report by Southport FC Manager Liam Watson has completed his third signing of the summer with the addition of defender Mo Ali. Mo joins Southport after two seasons in the Vanarama National

10th June 2020

We can’t have mental health without ‘men’: a nurse on why men opening up is more important than ever

It is a long standing cliché but one that is sadly still true; men do not always feel comfortable to talk. With the Covid-19 pandemic still having a detrimental effect on our

10th June 2020

Hospital physios finding innovative ways to treat patients

Changes hospital physiotherapists made to cope with the Covid-19 pandemic are now shaping the future of the care they give. The Joint Health Team at Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust turned

10th June 2020

Missing From Southport: Scarlett and Matilda Hooligan

Scarlett (left) and Matilda Hooligan (right) POLICE are appealing for help to locate two girls aged 11 and nine from Southport who have been reported missing and are thought to be with

10th June 2020

The juggle is real: Working mums share how they juggle legal career and kids from home

For many of us, working from home can be a struggle. But for working mums who have children at home with them, staying focused can be a constant battle. Leading female

10th June 2020

Sporty residents courted by Hillside club in new member search

Sporty southport residents looking to get back into peak fitness are being encouraged to join a local tennis club. Hillside Lawn Tennis Club are trying to encourage those who have been forced

9th June 2020

Sefton Council recommending Monday 22nd June for schools re-opening

In the light of the recent announcement that the R number in the North West had risen above 1, Sefton Council is recommending that schools delay wider opening for Nursery, Reception and

9th June 2020

Study launched to monitor prevalence of COVID-19 in schools

The new voluntary coronavirus (COVID-19) study will assess and monitor the prevalence of COVID-19 among pre-school, primary and secondary school pupils and teachers. Teachers and pupils to be voluntarily swab tested as

9th June 2020

What is Rakeback in Poker?

Poker is a game that requires 100% skill and an element of luck is large but it is usually short time. There are superior decisions that poker pro mitigate so that they

9th June 2020

Troublesome traffic lights go down causing pedestrian danger

Troublesome traffic lights on Lord Street have gone down yet again for the third time this month. Despite being only 9 days into June the traffic crossing near to Sainsburys on Lord

9th June 2020

Mike Cromwell Painter & Decorator, One Of Southport’s Longest Established Painters And Decorators

As one of Southport’s leading Painting Contractors, Mike Cromwell Painters & Decorators have been providing first class painting services since 1993. Operating from Birkdale in Southport, Mike offers his complete Painting and

9th June 2020