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Local “best dressed” competition in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support

Southport resident Tracy Hall is hosting an online “best dressed” competition on Grand National day in aid of Macmillan cancer support. All you need to do is donate to the official JustGiving

10th April 2021

Lib Dems divided over Dukes ward candidate inclusion

Political maneuvring over the past 24 hours has revealed a deep division in the local Liberal Democrats over the status of now independent Dukes ward candidate Tony Dawson. Cllr Dawson has remained

9th April 2021

HRH Prince Philip passes away at Windsor Castle

The Royal Family have announced that His Royal Highness Prince Philip has passed away this morning at Windsor Castle. A statement published by the Royal Family read: “It is with deep sorrow

9th April 2021

98 councillor candidates confirmed for next month’s local elections

THIS BREAKING STORY WILL BE UPDATED Sefton Council has confirmed the 98 candidates who will stand in next month’s local elections. Local elections take place on 6 May with voting registration closing

9th April 2021

Kellen’s Butchers are Colman’s Mustard “Local Legends”

Colman’s Mustard recently launched their ‘Local Legends’ campaign and Kellen’s Butchers Southport were one of 150 small local food businesses around the country to be selected for inclusion in the campaign which

8th April 2021

Flower Show boss says cancellation is “big blow”

Cassie James spoke to Alan Adams the General Manager of Southport Flower Show and Victoria Park Events this week on her Mid-Morning Mighty Radio Show. They talked about the cancellation of the

8th April 2021

The Atkinson – Opening times and upcoming events

Following the government roadmap, The Atkinson will reopen in stages with reduced visiting times and limited services. From Monday 12th April the Box Office, shop, café and library will be open from

8th April 2021

Southport duo climb sand dune 500 times for Claire House hospice

Two determined fundraising heroes spent an exhausting NINE HOURS running up and down sand dunes in Southport to complete the Sandhill 500 and raise thousands of pounds for children at Claire House

8th April 2021

Call for carers to book COVID-19 jab

As the COVID-19 vaccination programme continues to make good progress, GPs in Sefton are reminding unpaid carers to get registered and come forward for their vaccine. Some unpaid carers may not receive

8th April 2021

Merseyside PCC thanks Chief Constable for 36 years of exceptional public service

Merseyside’s Police Commissioner Jane Kennedy has today released an open letter to Chief Constable Andy Cooke QPM on his final day in post, thanking him for his exceptional public service over nearly

8th April 2021

Off The Shelf – New album by Pete Rimmer

Local singer and guitarist Pete Rimmer has been busy during lockdown producing a CD of his music on an album called Off the Shelf. It’s a mixture old and new songs written

8th April 2021

John Pugh calls on voters to “smash machine politics”

With the local elections imminent, Sefton opposition leader, Cllr John Pugh is urging residents to use their vote to help “smash machine politics” and bring back what he calls “real local democracy”.

8th April 2021

Twice weekly rapid coronavirus testing available from Friday

From tomorrow (Friday 9th April), people in England will be able to access twice-weekly rapid tests for coronavirus. Margaret Jones, Sefton Council’s Director of Public Health is encouraging everyone in Sefton who

8th April 2021

2021 Southport Air Show cancelled

The 2021 Southport Air Show will not take place this year due to continued uncertainty over large scale events. Anyone who has already purchased a ticket for the show, which was due

8th April 2021

Police launch next of kin appeal after death of Southport man

Police are trying to find the next of kin for a man who recently passed away in Southport. Merseyside Police said: “Please share and help Sefton Coroner’s Office find the next of

8th April 2021

Southport Conservatives announce candidates ahead of local elections

The Conservatives have been out in force this week, campaigning in their respective Wards, delivering leaflets across Southport, with the local elections only a few short weeks away. The candidates are as

7th April 2021

Become an Oxfam volunteer at the Southport shop

Oxfam shops are going to reopen on Monday April 12th, and we’re excited to welcome brand new volunteers! We have volunteer roles for people who would like to work on the till,

7th April 2021

RIP Gavin Phillips

On Sunday 28th March, Gavin Phillips passed away in Inverness at the age of 59 after a short illness. A local lad who graced the green baize playing snooker at the Cropton

6th April 2021

Woodlands Animal Sanctuary exclusive merchandise

Woodlands Animal Sanctuary have recently launched their own range of exclusive merchandise and it is still being added to. Facing such a challenging past 12 months or so, especially with regards to

6th April 2021

Eyes down and out as bingo hall confirms permanent town centre closure

Mecca Bingo Southport will not reopen after closure due the coronavirus pandemic it was confirmed today. Today bosses at the grade II listed Garrick Parade bingo hall said they were heartbroken by

6th April 2021

In the pipeline: details of £50m upgrade for North West’s gas mains network during 2021/22

Details of a programme to upgrade the North West’s oldest gas mains – some of which were installed over 100 years ago – are published today, as the region’s gas network gets

6th April 2021

Flower Show cancelled due to covid concerns

It is with regret that the organisers have announced the cancellation of the 2021 Southport Flower Show which was due to be held 19th – 22nd August. Chair of the Board Max

6th April 2021

Three cats poisoned – Warning signs to look out for in your pets

On Tuesday 6th April, Cassie James will be talking to Derick Breingan on her Mighty Radio Mid-Morning Show about the loss of his daughters kittens. All three cats are suspected to have

5th April 2021

Local author Spencer Leigh’s Dylan book a hit

Yesterday author Spencer Leigh, resident of Ainsdale, joined Cassie James on her Mighty Radio Mid-Morning Show to talk about his book Bob Dylan ‘Outlaw Blues’ Bob Dylan: Outlaw Blues is a brand

5th April 2021

The 19th Southport Scouts are on a recycling mission

19th Southport Scout Group based in the scout hut on Radnor Dive which shares their site with Autism Initiative’s “We Grow” are on a mission to recycle and raise valuable resources for

5th April 2021

Personal details of 11 million UK Facebook users leaked online

The personal details of around 11 million UK Facebook users have been leaked online. Details of 533 million Facebook users from around the world were acquired by hackers in 2019 through a

5th April 2021

April dates for Coronavirus testing in Sefton

April dates and locations for drive-through mobile coronavirus test units in Sefton can now be found at www.sefton.gov.uk/April-tests. Mobile test units are for people who are showing coronavirus symptoms of a high

4th April 2021

Advice from Sefton’s Director of Public Health on staying safe when meeting others outdoors

Following the easing of restrictions earlier this week, Sefton Council’s Director of Public Health, Margaret Jones, has shared her advice for how people can stay safe when meeting with others outdoors in

4th April 2021

‘We’ll be back’ Defiant message from store owner after burglary destruction

The owner of a boutique children’s clothing store in Southport say they are devastated but determined after they were broken into and their shop entrance all but ruined. Thugs burst through the

3rd April 2021

April sunshine bringing the crowds out

The Good Friday sunshine brought a significant amount of people into the town today. Bikers arrived in good numbers at the pier entrance. Long queues waited patiently for fish and chips. The

2nd April 2021

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