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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
The Artful Donor A budding young artist has raised more than £1,500 for Southport and Ormskirk Hospitals after selling her pictures around the globe. Running out of things to draw while on
A group of travellers have descended on the land owned by the Ainsdale sports club tearing up pitches and parking up caravans overnight It’s thought the group of travellers gained access to
North west affordable homes provider Onward Living, part of Onward, has launched a new initiative to help key workers get a foot on the property ladder at their Willow Green development in
Filthy campers have left Southport in a shocking state leaving behind piles of rubbish and scorched earth after setting up temporary home in Kew Woods. A furious dog walker wrote to OTS
Contractors are ripping up part of the promenade and Coronation Walk this week to make more room for cyclists Workers on site told OTS News they’ve been asked by the council rip
Lancashire based fragrance brand Delilah Chloe is now taking online orders for their luxury, yet affordable, range of vegan and eco-friendly scented home products. You can check out sites like https://graciemoonscents.com/ which offers a
The Coronavirus outbreak and Government-enforced lockdown has completely changed life as it is known in 2020. It has changed just about every area with people now having to spend most of their
Firefighters attended Ainsdale Pinewoods on Saturday 23rd May after reports of a large fire. Crews were called to the woodland shortly before 9am. Two fire engines attended. On arrival crews found a
Treating yourself to a takeaway is one of life’s best guilty pleasures. No one has to cook, you get a hot and delicious meal delivered to your door, and if you are
The chief of Sefton Council wants more Southport residents to become foster carers and take full advantage of a change in career Council chief executive Dwayne Johnson hopes some of the borough’s
Remember its FATHERS DAY on SUNDAY 21ST JUNE, order early from our Online Shop to avoid disappointment. All orders for £25.00 and over receive a ‘I SUPPORTED MY CLUB’ mug. FREE DELIVERY
Dozens of rule flouting shoppers have descended on a town centre ice cream parlour causing major safety concerns. Seating areas outside Rich’s Ice Cream Parlour have caused groups of people to congregate
Time is ticking on and the team at Woodlands Animal Sanctuary are preparing for a big first for them! Four of their Animal Carers, Emily, Izzy, Louise and Abigail are going to
As you have probably guessed, this article is born from the idea that smokers and vapers are more likely to catch the COVID virus than people who do not engage in any