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Kew McDonald’s customers left thirsting for more after drinks shortage

Thirsty McDonald’s customers desperate to keep their children entertained over the summer break have been told the Brexit stock shortage has now taken an even bigger toll. McDonald’s restaurant in Kew has

26th August 2021

Bispham Road Improvement plan sees significant step forward

Plans for bringing more of a village-like feel to the Bispham Road area have taken a significant step forward with the first of a series of planters being installed. The planters are being

25th August 2021

Southport 24 Hour A&E unit marked for closure

Hospital talks with St Helens “continuing positively” as bosses prepare to name new Chief Executive

The chair of Southport hospital has confirmed that “talks are continuing positively” with St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust over a “support agreement”. The board of Southport and Ormskirk hospitals

25th August 2021

Council confirms Pontins used to temporarily accomodate homeless residents

Pontins in Ainsdale is being used to temporarily accommodate homeless residents in Sefton. Sefton Council has clarified it used Britannia properties “in Southport and Ainsdale”, along with other hotel chains, to provide

23rd August 2021

Still time to have your voice heard in Ainsdale-on-Sea consultation

Sefton Council is urging its residents and beach visitors to take the opportunity this summer to put forward their views for how the Ainsdale-on-Sea coastal gateway could be improved for all. Already

23rd August 2021

Two teens, 14 and 15, and third man arrested after man stabbed in Town Centre

Police have confirmed three people, including two children, have been arrested after a man was stabbed last night in the town centre. A spokesperson for Merseyside Police said: “We have arrested three

23rd August 2021

Resort events business closes after lack of covid support

Covid has claimed yet another popular Southport hospitality business as Panoramic Events reveal they are set to close down. The owners of the Coronation Walk events business, which had, like many others,

21st August 2021

6 arrested in town centre drug bust

Police have arrested six people and recovered drugs and weapons as part of a targeted day of action in Southport yesterday (Thursday 19 August). Notable incidents included officers on patrol on Bold

20th August 2021

92 cannabis plants seized from town centre property

Police have seized more than 90 cannabis plants and equipment following a warrant in Southport on Wednesday 18 August. At around 1.05pm, we were informed of a strong smell of cannabis at

20th August 2021

Southport Pier – safety concerns!

Residents and visitors alike have expressed anxieties over safety on Southport Pier. Many of the desking planks have loose or missing screws. Some of the screws are also now a trip danger

19th August 2021

Police involved in RTC with taxi on Sussex Road

Police officers on their way to the way to an emergency call accidentally collided with a taxi in Southport. Two police officers and a passenger in a taxi cab suffered minor injuries

19th August 2021

£200 stolen under threat of knife attack onboard train at Birkdale station

Officers investigating a robbery on-board a train travelling between Southport and Birkdale stations are today releasing this image in connection. At just before 2pm on Wednesday 21 July, the victim and two

19th August 2021

Date confirmed and tickets now on sale for Flower Show 2022

The Southport Flower Show will return in 2022, it’s been confirmed. The town’s flagship event will take place between 18-21 August 2022. The show has also confirmed their first guest, announcing that

19th August 2021

Skate park reopens with competition after refurbishment

With the newly refurbished skate park fully open and the community of our towns skaters fully back enjoying being able to get back to their sport and socialising, a group of rollerbladers

19th August 2021

Nando’s Southport crippled by major chicken shortage

Spicy chicken lovers in Southport are faced with empty bellies after Nando’s announced a huge chicken shortage has hit its Ocean Plaza restaurant. Southport’s Nando’s restaurant claimed this morning it will only

18th August 2021

Dimwit thief caught stealing tip jar and skipping meal on CCTV at local restaurant

A ‘master criminal’ has been caught stealing the tip jar from a local restaurant on CCTV. The thief and a friend also skipped out on paying for their meal. Staff from Lord

14th August 2021

Banks residents warned “don’t even light a cigarette” after gas pipe accident

Residents in Bank have been warned: “don’t even light a cigarette” after workers accidentally struck a gas pipe. Local residents living in nearby Sycamore Close added that a loud hissing sound can

13th August 2021

Police investigate daylight theft of motorbike from Kew Retail Park

Police are investigating the theft of a Triumph motorcycle from the Kew Retail park, that took place at approximately 5:15PM yesterday afternoon, Tuesday 10th August. Two men arriving on a silver scooter

11th August 2021

Green Sefton launch Hesketh Park consultation

Sefton Council’s Green Sefton team has launched a public consultation to gather ideas and thoughts on ways to further improve the facilities at Southport’s Hesketh Park. Residents across the Borough, as

10th August 2021

Youth Community Partnership and Labour councillors hold Portland Street family fun day

Last week dozens of local families flocked to Portland Street Field for a free family fun day. The well-attended event was organised by the Youth Community Partnership, a Community Interest Company based

8th August 2021

Pub punters shocked after witnessing lewd broad daylight sex act

Shocked Churchtown pub garden punters were left crying with laughter into their drinks after catching a broad daylight tryst in action. Customers at Peaky Blinder’s Churchtown were stunned after a passionate couple,

7th August 2021

In Pictures: UK Hot Cars meeting today

UK Hot Cars team met today by the Marine Lake Southport. The static event was well-marshalled and successfully organised, with a good turnout. Photos by Jason Regan. The Dip Monkey Garage https://www.facebook.com/TheDipMonkeyGarage

1st August 2021

Princess Royal in Southport for hospital opening

Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal will officially open a £21 million state of the art mental health facility in Southport at the start of a visit to Merseyside today (Monday 26

26th July 2021

Joint plea for visitors to be respectful at Sefton’s coast

A number of organisations across Sefton are joining forces once again this summer to ensure local communities, and visitors from across the North West, can enjoy Sefton’s coastlines safely as coronavirus restrictions

19th July 2021

RTA Portland Street / Cemetery Road junction

Police temporarily closed Portland Street / Cemetery Road junction this afternoon, following a car crash. Other emergency services were in attendance and traffic was redirected.

18th July 2021

Councillors vote to oppose political boundary changes

Sefton’s councillors have voted to oppose changes plans that would see Ainsdale removed from the Southport political constituency. A motion filed by Labour councillor Greg Myers moves “that Sefton Council rejects in

16th July 2021

Refurbished Southport Market to open next Thursday

The brand new Southport Market will officially open its doors on Thursday, July 22, in time for a scorching summer of tasty treats, thirst quenching drinks and much more. A host of

16th July 2021

Minor injuries in Queens Road RTC between bus and cyclist

A bus and cyclist were involved in an RTC this morning on Queens Road. Police confirmed that they were called around 8.20am to reports of a collision involving bus and cyclist. The

14th July 2021

Ainsdale Beach visitors to benefit from further food and drink outlet trials this summer

From this weekend (Saturday 17th July) visitors to Ainsdale beach will be able to taste-test fish and chips as well as coffee and cakes, as a pop-up food and drink trial begins.

14th July 2021

Tourists melt over resort’s ice cream price rise

Tourists are claiming that there are only a few good ice cream parlours left in the town after one family claimed they were forced to pay more than £20 for four ice

10th July 2021

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