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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

Top Port photographer’s work showcased across region

A renowned Southport photographer has been given a sure sign of continued success after his work was displayed for all to see on huge roadside billboards. The promotional work of photographer Matthew

1st April 2021

Anti-vaccine graffiti returns to Ainsdale Billboard

More dangerous and influential graffiti begging Ainsdale residents not to take up the Covid 19 vaccine has been daubed on a busy main roadside. The Sefton Council tourism hoarding on Liverpool Road,

1st April 2021

Council reminds residents support is available for those isolating for Covid-19

From Good Friday (2nd April), people across Sefton are being reminded that having to isolate, due to COVID-19, doesn’t mean they are ‘isolated’. Sefton Council has developed a campaign on the theme

1st April 2021

Mighty Radio celebrates 2 years on 107.9FM

Thursday 1st April 2021 (it’s no fool!) mark’s Mighty Radio’s second year on the frequency 107.9 FM. Mighty Radio launched on 107.9 FM on 1st April 2019 after being awarded a license

1st April 2021

Planning permission sought to rebuild gasometer

A Spanish gas company has launched a planning permission application to restore the Southport gasometer. Polar Foil S.A. hope to rebuild the 277ft structure close to its original location. The Southport Gasometer

1st April 2021

Southport Model Engineering Club to restart public rides

Southport Model Engineering Club have confirmed they will restart public rides on Bank Holiday weekend. The site closed in April due to the coronavirus pandemic, but the team have been hard at

31st March 2021

Group of cross-party MPs submit document in support of Burscough Curves restoration

Direct rail connections between Southport, Preston and Ormskirk could soon become a reality after ambitious proposals for the scheme were submitted to the Government. The scheme would open two new routes with

31st March 2021

Police appeal for information after town centre attack

Merseyside Police have launched an appeal for information after a woman was attacked in the Town Centre. A woman in her 40s was found with facial injuries around midnight on Post Office

31st March 2021

Shocking details emerge of resort man’s ‘sickening’ throat grab on terrified woman colleague

A 24-year-old man from Southport has been sentenced for assaulting a female work colleague after offering to walk her home from a Christmas night out. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said that

30th March 2021

Police issue Formby Beach dispersal order after anti-social behaviour concerns

Officers in Formby have introduced a Dispersal Zone after reports of anti-social behaviour on Formby beach. It came into place at 7pm on Tuesday and runs for 48 hours until 7pm on

30th March 2021

Woodlands Animal Sanctuary Online Easter Pet Show

Woodlands Animal Sanctuary have missed their usual Open Days over the past couple of years and along with those events their very well attended Dog Shows. So, the charity has decided to

30th March 2021

Scorching weather sees Botanic Gardens swamped with ‘joyful’ visitors

Botanic Road & Bankfield Lane have been turned into a makeshift car park as thousands of people rushed to Botanic Gardens today. The blossoming park was packed out as temperatures reached a

30th March 2021

Southport 24 Hour A&E unit marked for closure

Local health leaders encouraged by early consultation response

Health leaders in Southport, Formby and West Lancashire have been listening to the views of patients, staff and the public about their views and experiences of local health and care services over

29th March 2021

Lack of quality hotel space could harm Southport’s conference resort ambitions says John Pugh

Sefton Liberal Democrat Leader John Pugh says Southport’s aspirations of becoming a leading conference resort could be undermined by a lack of quality hotel space. Mr Pugh says fears have been expressed

29th March 2021

Sefton in £344,166 funding boost to help local high streets reopen

Improvements can be made to local high streets across Sefton to help them safely and successfully open after lockdown thanks to Government funding. A total of £56 million will be invested through

29th March 2021

Coronavirus home testing kits can now be picked up from Splash World

COVID-19 home testing kits will be available for collection from two sites across Sefton, from Monday 29th March. From Monday, home test packs will be available from Sefton’s SMART testing centres at

27th March 2021

Norwood Road biker had been asked to stop by police

Merseyside Police have confirmed to OTS News that the motorcyclist involved in yesterday’s RTC on Norwood Road had been signalled to stop by a patrol car. Police said: “We are appealing for

27th March 2021

Southport pair arrested after County Lines drug sting

Officers from Merseyside Police’s Project Medusa, have this afternoon (Friday, 26 March), arrested two people in a pre-planned County Lines operation. The pair, a 29-year-old man and a 36-year-old woman from Southport,

26th March 2021

Major RTC on Norwood Road

Police and paramedics have been called to the scene of a serious crash in Southport involving a motorbiker and two other vehicles. Emergency crews have been called to the junction of Sussex

26th March 2021

Shakespeare Street businesses form opposition group against traffic calming plans

Local traders are growing increasingly concerned over proposals to introduce traffic calming measures in the town centre. A collection of several companies is forming a working group and has now acquired legal

26th March 2021

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