Woodlands Animal Sanctuary buy a bale appeal
It’s that time of year again when Woodlands are stocking up on food and bedding for their animals to keep them warm and fed over the winter months. They are therefore reintroducing
“Coastbusters” complete fundraising effort raising £1,400 for Lancashire Wildlife Trust
Four friends have completed a gruelling 80-mile coast-to-coast walk across northern England to raise money for a wildlife charity. Donald Gordon, Phil Morrison, Mike Cooke and David Seymour set off from Bowness-on-Solway
Galloway’s urges people not to let Coronavirus fears disrupt their eye health
Sight loss charity Galloway’s is using National Eye Health Week to promote the importance of good eye health and the need for regular tests. The Lancashire-based organisation warn that people should call
Blood cancer wards open at region’s specialist new cancer hospital
The region’s specialist cancer hospital has opened two new wards specifically for patients with blood cancer who need inpatient care and treatment. The blood cancer wards at Clatterbridge Cancer Centre – Liverpool
Resort home care team pull off major expansion
A Southport-based home care group has launched a new operation in Preston as part of a £200,000 investment. Fast growing family-run home care provider, Alcedo Care, has opened a new regional office
Community worker from Southport lives on refugee’s rations to raise awareness of plight
Could you live on the same daily food intake as a refugee fleeing war or famine? A Southport woman is doing just that through a Ration Challenge, in order to raise
Hero ICU workers shortlisted for national accolade
The Intensive Care team at Southport hospital has been shortlisted for a Nursing Times award, thanks to the innovative ways team members worked during the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic. Due to the pandemic,
Hero rangers save young woman from suicide bid
Two park rangers have been hailed for saving the life of a young girl after she attempted suicide in Ainsdale. The heroic duo have been praised for their quick thinking and lightning
30 Days of Sefton in Mind
On World Suicide Prevention Day Sefton Council is launching this year’s 30 Days of Sefton in Mind campaign. Now in its fourth year, 30 Days of Sefton in Mind happens during the
Hospital denies MP’s claim that Ormskirk Kids A+E will permanently shut overnight
Hospital bosses have been forced to deny a claim from West Lancashire MP Rosie Cooper that the Children’s A+E department at Ormskirk will close permanently overnight. A statement has been issued by
Violence reduction group’s work featured in national publication
Diversionary youth work carried out by Merseyside’s Violence Reduction Partnership is featured in a new national publication showcasing some of the best initiatives to reduce serious violence across England and Wales. The
Foodbank appeals for volunteers
Compassion Acts, who run Southport Foodbank, is appealing for volunteers who can help with Foodbank sessions, which are due to expand in the Autumn. As older volunteers were shielding early in the
Dog control measures set for return. Your views wanted
Distributed via press release from Sefton Council: As part of Sefton Council’s commitment to promote responsible dog ownership, we are consulting on the reintroduction of dog control measures. Consultation on introducing a
In Pictures: Craft Fair at Dobbies Garden Centre
The scene today within the Craft Fair marquee at Dobbies in Kew. At least the weather stayed fine, as the day continued… More https://www.ukcraftfairs.com/craft-events/22135/artisan-craft-and-gift-fair https://www.otsnews.co.uk/pictures-southport-flower-show-2019/ Pre-school childcare community links New Soft Play
Pleasureland say thank you to emergency services workers with two discounted weekends
The region’s biggest family attraction will boost its annual Emergency Services Day concession this month in favour of TWO FULL WEEKENDS where essential workers can enjoy privileged access and unlimited rides. Southport
Hospital seeks nominations for 2020 People’s Health Hero
2020 has been an extraordinarily demanding year for your local NHS staff coping with the demands of Covid-19. Do you know a member of staff working at our hospitals or in one
Southport Lifeboat launch donations appeal after boat destroyed by vandals
Southport Offshore Rescue Trust is appealing for donations after an inflatable training boat was destroyed by vandals. The inflatable D-Class lifeboat had previously seen 30 years of front line service but was
CCG says: ‘NHS is here for you this bank holiday weekend’
Health leaders at NHS South Sefton and NHS Southport and Formby Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) are reassuring local people that the NHS is here should they need it this bank holiday, 31
Woodlands Animal Sanctuary searching for sponsors
Are you an animal lover, or do you know someone who is, but for any number of reasons you can’t have your own pet, or maybe live somewhere you don’t really get
Mighty Radio Breakfast Show Presenter’s Wedding Plan B
Trevor Ford, Breakfast Show host on local community radio station Mighty Radio 107.9FM and his lovely fiancée Jackie took the plunge a few months ago and booked their wedding ceremony at Southport
Labour volunteers meet crate expectations as foodbank relocates
Local Labour volunteers reached for the Weetabix and much more this week to help Southport Foodbank relocate their huge warehousing operation. The foodbank is moving to a new main hub after six
Master Barber completes 1300 mile motorbike ride for Make-A-Wish
Dan Rix of Lord Street’s Master Barber’s Shop has completed a 1300-mile motorcycle ride around the UK in aid of the Make-A-Wish foundation. BarbersRide started in 2017 and sees barbers from across
Southport commemorates 75th anniversary of VJ day
Damien Moore joined with members of the public and local military charities to commemorate the 75th anniversary of VJ day. VJ Day is the day on which Japan surrendered in World War
Fore! Golfers create ingenious warning system after huge pothole appears
A trio of golfers found themselves navigating a tricky hole tonight after discovering part of Hesketh Road collapsed. The pot hole which has opened up on the exclusive road, was discovered by
Sefton Council urges coastline visitors to park considerately
Sefton’s coastline, an internationally protected ‘nature reserve’, is stunning, and we understand why people want to visit, especially when the weather is nice. Since restrictions were lifted allowing people to spend more
Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals to receive £1.7m to upgrade A&E facilities for winter
Southport MP Damien Moore has welcomed news that Southport & Ormskirk NHS Hospitals Trust is set to receive an additional £1,729,000 in order to support A&E capacity ahead of the winter months.
Midwife conquers Mersey for charity
Perinatal mental health midwife Keran Carter, who works for Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust, just conquered the impressive challenge of swimming across the River Mersey, and raised over £2,300 with her
Young people asked for masterpieces to brighten up covid test centres
Young people across Sefton are being asked to submit colourful drawings, paintings, and designs to brighten up the Borough’s two, walk-through COVID-19 test sites in Bootle and Southport. Both of Sefton’s walk-through
Southport Lifeboat launch #itsbehindyou beach safety campaign
Today the Southport Lifeboat has launched #itsbehindyou – a beach safety campaign aimed at educating members of the public with how to stay safe when visiting Southport. A combination of nice weather,
Sefton public health officials urge use of face coverings
Following her reminder about the need to remain COVID-19 vigilant at home, Sefton’s Interim Director of Public Health Margaret Jones has added her voice to those of the region’s Public Health directors