Police searching for missing Southport man Barry Stockdale
Police are appealing for help in finding a 50 year-old man who is missing from home in Southport. Barry Stockdale was last seen in Leicester Street at 8am on Friday 20th August.
Toad Hall Repainted – Mixed Public Feelings
Toad Hall Today – Essential Contemporary Art or Vandalism of Local Heritage? Sefton Council commissioned talented street artist Paul Curtis to create his large mural on Ainsdale’s iconic Toad Hall. The colourful
Police issue town centre dispersal order after fortnight of anti-social behaviour
Police have introduced a Dispersal Zone in Southport today, Friday, 27 August, following reports of anti-social behaviour in the area in the past fortnight. Two people were stabbed on Scarisbrick Avenue this
Coronation Columns set to return to Lord Street
Three iconic and historic lighting columns originally erected on Lord street to mark the coronation of Elizabeth II are finally set to return. Surveys of all three coronation columns, which were erected
Birkdale couple to cycle from Land’s End to John O’Groats raising money for Formby Befriending Scheme
As we see the green shoots of being able to safely meet up in group activities again, local solicitor Liz Foggin and her husband Matt are raising funds for the Formby Befriending
Guelder Rose staff to organise donations and raise cash for Afghan refugees
Staff from the Guelder Rose on Ocean Plaza are looking to help Afghan refugees rehomed in the North West by accepting donations this weekend. As of yesterday (Thursday) the UK government had
Southport Market confirms Bank Holiday special opening
Southport Market will be open this Bank Holiday Monday to cater for thousands of hungry and thirsty visitors. The hugely popular King Street based Market will temporarily extend its opening hours to
Council approve 286 homes by Formby bypass – securing flood prevention measures
Sefton Council has conditionally approved proposals by Taylor Wimpey UK Ltd. to build 286 new homes on land north of Formby’s Brackenway. A report to the local authority’s Planning Committee last night
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
Council to hold ‘men and the menopause’ workshops
Sefton Council is leading the way in the Liverpool City Region to get its male employees talking about the menopause and its effects on the workplace. The local authority’s dedicated Active Workforce
Call to take part in Green Sefton customer satisfaction survey
Sefton Council’s Green Sefton Service loves the Borough’s parks, greenspaces, playgrounds, sports pitches and beaches just as much as its residents, which is why they want the community’s views on their management
Police Commissioner joins calls for greater protection for shopworkers
Merseyside’s new Police Commissioner has joined calls for greater protection for shopworkers across England as she met retail staff to listen to their concerns today. New laws came into force in Scotland
Public invited to two NHS decision-making meetings in West Lancashire
Residents in West Lancashire are being invited to attend two local NHS decision-making meetings in September. NHS West Lancashire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG)’s next Primary Care Commissioning Committee (PCCC) meeting will take
Next of kin appeal after Southport death
Merseyside Police have launched an appeal with the Sefton Coroners Office to search for the next of kin of a Stephen Linton. Merseyside Police said: “Please share and help Sefton Coroners Office
Council reminds taxi drivers simplified licence renewals remain in place
Sefton’s taxi drivers are being reminded that despite the relaxation of some COVID-19 restrictions, vehicle licence renewals are still being processed through a simple e-mail service. We aim for a turnaround of
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
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
Open days to share exciting High Park plans
‘The High Park Project’ and ‘Friends of High Park Green Spaces’ are holding two open days to share plans for the areas parks – their hope is to encourage participation from local
Still time to sign up for Queenscourt Star Trekk
Queenscourt Hospice 10K sponsored night walk takes place on Friday the 17th of September 2021. The walk is a healthy, energising and fun event open to everyone, you can take part on
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
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
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
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,
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
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
Sefton Council set to improve Botanic Gardens lakeside ahead of major transformation consultation
At a meeting yesterday (Thursday 19th August), Sefton Council set out its plan to improve the lake and lakeside area at Southport’s popular Botanic Gardens in conjunction with local community groups. As
Liberal Democrats respond to MP’s apology demand
[Editor: Southport Liberal Democrats, via John Pugh, were invited to respond to a letter received yesterday from Damien Moore MP. To ensure a fair right of reply, ‘Save Ormskirk and Southport Hospitals’
Hospital campaign organiser responds to MP’s apology demand
[Editor: Michele Martin of SOSH was invited to respond to a letter received yesterday from Damien Moore MP. To ensure a fair right of reply, Southport Liberal Democrats and Southport Labour were
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
Damien Moore calls for public apology from hospital campaign group
[Editor: The following opinion piece was submitted by Damien Moore. To ensure a fair right of reply, Southport Labour, Southport Liberal Democrats and the Save Ormskirk & Southport Hospitals group were each