Sunday’s Haskayne Fayre a success!
Despite persistent showers people arrived in good numbers to see what was on offer, at the first Haskayne Fayre. The successful event was organised by ‘Southport Crafts, Arts and Preloved Items Fayre.’
Southport Crafts, Arts and Preloved Items Fayre – Haskayne this Sunday!
‘Southport Crafts, Arts and Preloved Items Fayre’ organisers are holding a fayre at Haskayne Village Hall this coming Sunday, 23rd July, 11.00am– 3.00pm. Venue: Haskayne Village Hall, 109 School Lane, Downholland, Ormskirk, L39 7JE.
Seven Southport food businesses forced to enter insolvency in last year
It’s been revealed today that seven Southport food businesses, including popular bars and restaurants, have been forced into liquidation in the last 12 months. Data collected by industry lobby group UK Hospitality
Keeping young people safe and engaged this summer – PCC announces Youth Diversion Fund projects
‘My goal is to keep more young people safe and engaged this summer’ says PCC Emily Spurrell as she announces successful Youth Diversion Fund projects Merseyside’s Police Commissioner has said her goal
In Pictures; Ainsdale Show 2023
Images from Ainsdale Horticultural Society’s 2023 annual show, which was held today (Saturday 1 July). More info: https://www.ainsdalehorticulturalsociety.org.uk/
Phone mast outage strikes for O2 and Sky users
A broken phone mast in Southport means people on the O2 and Sky mobile networks could be without signal for a week. O2 say a faulty phone mast in the Churchtown area
Council reminder with pre-payment electricity vouchers set to expire
Sefton households with pre-payment gas or electricity meters have just days to claim unused Energy Support Scheme vouchers. Households across the country received £400 through the Energy Support Scheme over the winter
Parents and carers invited to share thoughts on local maternity services at listening event
New and soon-to-be parents and carers in Southport and Ormskirk are being encouraged to share their views and experiences of maternity services at an upcoming listening event. Southport Ormskirk Sefton Maternity Voices
Sefton Pride celebration announced for Victoria Park in Southport this summer
People are invited to celebrate the first Sefton Pride event taking place in Southport this summer. It is free to attend and will take place at Victoria Park in Southport between midday
Fayre organisers and Ainsdale in Bloom Village Bloomers team join forces for local community
Fayre organiser Cath Regan said: “The raffle at our first Ainsdale fayre is to raise funds for Ainsdale in Bloom Village Bloomers. They are a team of hard working volunteers who keep
Woodlands Animal Sanctuary issues plea for help as donations drop 70%
Holmeswood’s Woodlands Animal Sanctuary has issued a “direct plea for funds”, with rising costs and declining donation levels placing considerable strain on the shelter. The centre looks after ill, unwanted and neglected
PCC’s summer Youth Diversion Fund to run for second year
Community groups which can provide safe and engaging activities for young people during the school summer holidays are being invited to bid for a share of £110,000 from Merseyside’s Police Commissioner’s Youth
Southport Hesketh Round Table celebrate record year with £35,000 for local good causes
Southport Hesketh Round Table has enjoyed a record breaking year, donating more money to local charities and good causes than ever before. Tablers were delighted to present donations worth a total of
Ceremony to honour VC winner after grave transformed by volunteers
Victoria Cross hero Richard George Masters, who saved 200 lives during WWI, will be celebrated at a ceremony after his grave was restored by volunteers in Southport.
Justin Fletcher to perform at Southport Flower Show
Children’s TV star Justin Fletcher is back at Southport Flower Show this year and you can bring the kids along to see him for free! The entertainer, known to millions of youngsters
Southport to host special event celebrating the 75th Windrush anniversary
People are invited to enjoy a very special event being held in Southport to celebrate the 75th Windrush anniversary. It will culminate with a fun day in the Town Hall Gardens in
We Grow Co to hold craft fair for Autism Initiatives
Members of the public are being invited to a Vintage and Craft fair in aid of Autism Initiatives. Held by We Grow Co, the fair will take place from 10am to 4pm
Local Business Babyballet celebrates 13 years of business
Local Mum of 2, Jennifer Berrett, known to thousands of little stars as Miss Jennifer is delighted to have been sprinkling the magic of ballet, dance and movement and passing on her
Macmillan centre invites people to their next health and wellbeing event and to join them for parkrun
Southport Macmillan Centre is inviting those affected by cancer to its next Health and Wellbeing event and are encouraging people to join in on the monthly 5k parkrun with the team. The
Volunteers sought for Southport ‘Big Spring Clean’ to remove coastal debris
Volunteers are being asked to help clear up a line of rubbish left by this winter’s high tides at Southport, stretching from RSPB Marshside car park to Hesketh Road. Wes Davies, Ribble
West Lancashire Cemetery & Crematorium to host Mother’s Day Remembrance Service
West Lancashire Cemetery & Crematorium will be remembering mothers next month as local families are invited to pay tribute to their maternal loved ones. On Friday 17 March the site is hosting
Sefton businesses invited to attend mental health workshop
Sefton businesses of any size or sector are being invited to a ‘Health is Wealth’ workshop focusing on mental health wellbeing. InvestSefton has teamed up with PACT Mantality to host the workshop
Free trees for Birkdale residents to improve local environment
Residents of the Birkdale area will have another opportunity to collect a free whip this Saturday morning. The handout of the whips (or small trees) has been organised by Birkdale Ward’s three
Farmhouse Kitchen faces anxious wait as judging begins for British Pie Awards
A Southport food establishment is proving the Pies the limit as they rise to the challenge of Britain’s Best Pie. The Farmhouse Kitchen are putting their hugely popular assortment of delicious pies
Labour councillor and local mum team up to tackle dog fouling problem
Southport councillor and local mum team up to urge dog owners to clean up after their pets to keep streets clean and protect children.
Swimmers evacuated from leisure centre pool after ‘accident’
People at a Southport baths got more than they bargained for this morning after one over excited swimmer contaminated the pool. Dunes Leisure Centre staff sounded the alarm and told people to
Energy bills will soar by at least £500 next month
People will be paying at least £500 a year more for the gas and electric from April, with many not getting any direct financial support for it. Energy regulator Ofgem has set
Council leader reaffirms support for Ukraine as anniversary approaches
As the world prepares to mark the first anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Sefton Council Leader Cllr Ian Maher has reaffirmed the Borough’s support for “Ukrainians and Russians everywhere who
Edge Hill University reveals £35m development plan
Edge Hill University has unveiled plans for a further £35m development, significantly enhancing the student experience at its Ormskirk campus. The largest element of the new plans is for 232 residential rooms,
Keith Brymer Jones to appear at Southport Flower Show
Potter, Ceramic Designer and Broadcaster Keith Brymer Jones will be making an appearance at this year’s show on Friday 18th August. The Great Pottery Show Down star will be taking a break