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Starving sandgrounders queue for hours to enjoy McDonalds

Hungry Southport residents desperate for their first taste of a McDonalds for the first time since March have been queuing for hours at the Ocean Plaza store Across the county Drive Thru

3rd June 2020

Yellows agree major deal for new stand sponsor

Southport Football Club are pleased to announce that BuildRight NW have agreed a three-year sponsorship deal of the Jack Carr Stand. Buildright NW redeveloped the outdoor WC’s at the end of season

3rd June 2020

Hospital charity in plea for more volunteers

Southport Hospitals Charity is looking for volunteers to join their team of ‘amazing community ambassadors.’ If you are a supporter or a friend of Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, this is a great

3rd June 2020

MFRS works wiith Canal & River Trust to give St Helens beauty spot a safety boost

Public safety at Carr Mill Dam in St Helens has had a boost thanks to the installation of three new safety throw lines. Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service (MFRS) has worked closely

3rd June 2020

Southport FC | Today is Walkabout Wednesday

The ground will once again be open for Walkabout Wednesday on 3rd June. Supporters who donated £20 or more to watch our recent Vintage Port Streams can collect their t-shirts on the

3rd June 2020

police combat revelers in nature reserve

Yesterday, Monday 1st June, Officers from the Local Policing Team in company with Targeted and Roads Policing Officers, assisted National Trust staff in traffic management at the entrance to Formby Beach at

2nd June 2020

Council doubly disappointed at mess left on Sefton’s beaches as weekend visitors descend

Image Litter being collected from Ainsdale beach Sefton Councillors have described themselves as doubly disappointed by the many people who ignored advice to avoid local beaches this weekend and by the level

1st June 2020

Research team joins vital studies that will inform picture of national coronavirus impact

Researchers from Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust are deploying their skills to assist in the national fight against coronavirus. The research and development team is collaborating with the research team

1st June 2020

Thousands risk parking fines in makeshift coast road car park

Inconsiderate parkers have left those disabled and parents with young children forced to walk into the road after thousands of tourists flocked yet again to Southport as temperatures soared. The costal Road

31st May 2020

Sunbathers dash out of way as air ambulance lands on park

Sunbathers in Kings Gardens have been asked to move from the area by police after an emergency incident Officers asked parkgoers to move from the area just after 2.30pm to allow for

31st May 2020

Police sweep resort beach after concern for safety call

Police and the coastguard have rushed to a busy Southport beach this afternoon after fears that a person has gone missing in the mudflats around Southport beach. Officers from Merseyside Police and

30th May 2020

Four Ex-Southport FC Players That Have Gone On To Play For England

Southport FC is a club steeped in history, with deep connections to clubs around the local area. However, these connections have gone even further, with Southport FC having played a part in

30th May 2020

Southport beachgoers left without lifeguards on hottest day

Lifeguards are starting patrols on Crosby Beach from today but there’s been no mention of Southport getting the same support. Recent hot weather and the easing of lockdown has led to thousands

30th May 2020

Reasons Why You Should Invest in Your Workforce

For a business, there is no asset more important than the workforce. When you have a team of skilled, loyal and hardworking employees that perform to their potential every day, it can

29th May 2020

The Ways Business Travel is Likely to Change

With the UK cautiously looking forward and the gradual relaxing of the lockdown, many businesses are starting to think about the future and how things might be different. One area which will

29th May 2020

Arrests and drug seizures in Southport

POLICE have arrested two men and recovered cannabis during two days of policing activity in Southport and Ormskirk. Cannabis was recovered from four addresses after six warrants were executed by officers from

29th May 2020

Joint plea asking public to be sensible and respectful at Sefton’s beauty spots

Sefton Council has joined forces with Merseyside Police and Mersey Fire and Rescue Service to remind people to continue to be sensible and respectful if they choose to spend time outdoors during

29th May 2020

How do I know if I have been medically neglected?

Every year, more than ten thousand claims of medical negligence are filed in the UK, against both the NHS and individual practitioners. Medical negligence law exists to protect those who are placed

29th May 2020

Incredibly rare swan sighted in Southport

A rare and protected black swan has been spotted among the birds congregating on Marine Lake in Southport. The rare sighting is made even more incredible by the fact there are thought

29th May 2020

Police crack down on anti social driving in Formby

Numerous vehicles stopped in Formby this evening following reports of anti social driving. Numerous breath and drug tests were conducted, and 18 traffic offence reports issued for #Fatal5 offences in the space

29th May 2020

Passion for perfect Pizza reaches new heights in Southport

Passion for perfect Pizza reaches new heights in Southport. A sublime Pizza pop up is taking Southport by storm after teaming up with a Birkdale bar Purely Pizza, a pop up sourdough

29th May 2020

Caffè Nero Chapel St Opening Tomorrow

Caffè Nero Chapel St Opening from Friday (29/05/20)- 8am-5pm *TAKEAWAY ONLY* Opening hours- Tuesday-Saturday:8am-5pm Sunday & Monday: CLOSED We have carefully adapted the way we operate, as well as enforcing other safety

28th May 2020

Support for domestic abuse victims

Help is available for people in Lancashire and South Cumbria who are experiencing domestic abuse and would like advice, support or just someone to talk to. During the coronavirus pandemic domestic abuse

28th May 2020

Fire service urges extra precautions during hot weather

Fire service urges extra precautions during hot weather Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service (MFRS) is urging the public to be particularly careful during the current hot weather after an increase in the

28th May 2020

Teens start woodland fire after setting up campsite

A group of mindless teens have been chased off land in Churchtown after setting up a makeshift camp The group of teens were caught by furious residents in the woodland near Wyke

28th May 2020

More Technology & Less Interactions

The Ways Business Travel is Likely to Change With the UK cautiously looking forward and the gradual relaxing of the lockdown, many businesses are starting to think about the future and how

28th May 2020

Man dies after motorway collision

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a man died following a motorway collision. Police were called around 5.20pm yesterday (Tuesday, May 26) to reports of an accident at Junction 35 of the

28th May 2020

How Blockchain Can Help Protect Intellectual Property

In today’s business, innovation is everything. However, when you create new products and ideas, it’s crucial to keep them protected. Without adequate protection in place, your creations could be stolen. Technology has

27th May 2020

6 Tips to Ramp up Your Chances of Winning Online Car Competitions

Are you wondering how to win any online car completion you enter? Well, there are things that can adopt to increase your chances of winning a dream car that you cannot afford

27th May 2020

Southport’s Tory MP ‘understands’ public upset over Dominic Cumming’s saga

Over the past couple of days, I have received hundreds of emails and messages on social media regarding Dominic Cummings. As you will appreciate, I have taken time to review his statement

27th May 2020