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Kids terrorise Southport neighbourhood during COVID-19 Lockdown

People breaking coronavirus lockdown laws in the UK can now be hit with £60 fines or arrested. New police powers means forces can take firm action against those continuing to flout the

1st April 2020

Voucher scheme will ensure pupils across Southport still get meals while they stay at home

Children across Southport who are eligible for free school meals will benefit from a National Voucher Scheme allowing them to continue to access meals whilst they stay at home. Schools can now

1st April 2020

Do you want to be part of the frontline?

As we battle through this pandemic. Assured Care are still on the front line, caring for the community and ensuring stability and normality through this current crisis. Full barrier equipment and training

1st April 2020

Renters and landlords urged to communicate as emergency rental measures are announced

Renters are being urged to have an “honest and frank conversation” with their landlord as new measures are announced amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The Government’s newly introduced rules will ensure no renter

1st April 2020

Happy Birthday to Mighty Radio

Today 1st April is our first year on the frequency 107.9 FM. We launched on 107.9 FM this time last year! Where has the year gone? Mighty Radio was established in 2012

1st April 2020

D’vine Catering Offering Delivery Service During COVID-19 Pandemic

D’vine Catering home delivery service is already being used by a number of families/elderly and vulnerable who can not get out during this time. D’vine Catering are offering a home delivery service

31st March 2020

Southport MP’s Week in Parliament 23 – 27th March 2020

Monday began with my usual train down to London. The first item of business in the House of Commons was questions to the ministers at the Home Office. As with last week,

31st March 2020

BH AUTOS on Cemetery Remains Open During Pandemic

29B Cemetery Road, Southport PR8 6RH Get Directions, Tel: 01704 535303, www.bhautos.co.uk Following on from the Prime Minister’s statement this evening we have taken the steps below, effective from 9:00am Tuesday 24th March

31st March 2020

Next of Kin: Robin James Connolly

POLICE are appealing for help in tracing the next of kin of a 55 year-old man from Bootle. Robin James Connolly, who was from the Milton Street area, died at his home on

30th March 2020

THE MANIC MECHANIC LTD Southport remains open for business

THE MANIC MECHANIC LTD, all aspects of diagnostic and repairs, MOT, servicing, 21a Cemetery Road, Southport, PR8 6RH . Telephone number 07925 293563. Check out the Facebook page TMM20 OR The Manic

30th March 2020

Southport Motorist Centre Will Remain Open During Pandemic

The Government is urging people to work from home where possible. We will still be open for business, however we are looking to limit the amount of people visiting the premises in

29th March 2020

Dave’s Tyres & Exhausts Open during pandemic

Dave’s Tyres & Exhausts remains open and is offering a call out service if required. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate calling Dave. Location and contact details: 148a Norwood

29th March 2020

Southport personal trainer vows to keep resort fit during virus lockdown

A personal trainer from Southport has created a Southport Health and Fintess Community group to help people stay fit, active (and sane) during this lockdown. Mark Poole said he thinks it’s really

29th March 2020

Join Yaffe Photography in supporting Southport & Ormskirk NHS Trust

Support the Southport & Ormskirk NHS Trust Our NHS staff are the pride of Britain. They are the very foundations of our defence against the raging Coronavirus pandemic. Critical care nurses, Doctors

29th March 2020

Temporary Closure | Popular town centre Indian restaurant closed

The Taj Mahal is the latest Southport business to temporarily close due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The management told OTS News: “Due to the current circumstances and the governments guidance to

28th March 2020

Damien Moore MP comment on Coronavirus support for the self employed

The Government yesterday announced its support package for those who are self-employed and will be affected by the Coronavirus crisis. The support being given is one of the most generous packages in

27th March 2020

Trendy nail salons warned over potentially spreading coronavirus

Today, we see many fashionable nail salons cropping up in towns across the globe. Women, eager for attention, want to indulge themselves with extra-long and false nails. However, medical experts have warned

27th March 2020

Covid-19 | St Mark Medical Centre and Trinity Practice

St Marks Medical Centre and Trinity Practice at the heart of Southport City Centre are proud to be serving their patients in these very difficult circumstances.Whilst all appointments are being triaged and

27th March 2020

Woodlands – What a strange time we find ourselves in!

We are living though what will hopefully be a very short time in our notable history. Staying home with loved ones, doesn’t sound too bad, especially when we remember our fur babies

27th March 2020

Pleasureland takes industry lead – Norman Wallis speaks out in The Parliamentary Review

Norman Wallis – it wasn’t a difficult decision to keep our park closed Norman Wallis is the owner of Universal Rides. He spent 12 years regenerating a derelict amusement park in Southport

27th March 2020

Bakers donate pies and cakes to Southport foodbank

On Wednesday, some of our Southport town centre officers were stopped by staff of local bakers, with an offer of some pies and cakes that were going to go to waste, due

27th March 2020

3 Tips for Setting Up Your Own Private Hire Firm

Coming up with the perfect business plan can be difficult. If you want to offer a unique business model that places a priority on customer service, a private hire firm might be

27th March 2020

Paramedics overwhelmed by clapping neighbours

Emotional paramedics in Southport have openly shed a tear after hearing the town wide applause for the NHS. Hundreds of people turned out to clap and cheer for paramedics doctors and nurses

26th March 2020

Coronavirus: Self-employed to get 80% of average monthly profits paid by government – up to £2,500 a month

The chancellor has announced that self-employed people will be able to claim a grant worth 80% of their average monthly profits – up to £2,500 a month. Rishi Sunak said the support

26th March 2020

Redwood Bank’s ethos and speed of delivery applauded by Liverpool property company

Redwood Bank’s ethos and speed of delivery applauded by Liverpool property company A Liverpool-based property group has praised a challenger bank for approving a major finance package within an “almost impossible” 16-day

26th March 2020

Struggling families may get cash back for extortionate council tax bills

Sefton Council have been awarded a government grant to help residents who may be struggling to pay their Council Tax during the COVID-19 outbreak. Sefton will receive a grant of £3.037m as

26th March 2020

Remote Working: Important Tips for Productivity

Working remotely means handling tasks away from the office setting or a coworking space. Analytics from a study done by Gallup shows that at least 37 percent of employees work from home.

25th March 2020

Police tackle selfish landscape gardeners who ignored coronavirus ban

Police have rushed to reprimand a group of selfish landscape gardeners, who were working out in the open, despite the specific government Covid-19 ban. Pensioners in Trafalgar Road Birkdale fearing virus spread,

25th March 2020

Plex Moss Lane Fly Tipping

Fly-tipping is an increasing problem at Plex Moss Lane, which is the continuation to Halsall of Ainsdale’s Moor Lane. Despite Sefton Council warning signs lazy scumbag fly-tippers are still abusing the local

25th March 2020

Southport based Galloway’s launches its own Alexa skill is now providing its audio Talking News to a wider audience

YouTube Link for our video via: https://www.galloways.org.uk/galloways-alexa-skill Sight loss charity Galloway’s is now bringing its audio news service to the wider community through two exciting initiatives. Galloway’s is the first

25th March 2020