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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

31st August 2020

Southport FootGolf end of Summer deal

Southport FootGolf are offering a 10% discount for all adults and U16’s from Tuesday 2nd to Friday 4th for the last week of the summer holidays. The footgolf course is an exciting

31st August 2020

Defeat for Port but positives on show against Football League Barrow

From: https://southportfc.net/report-encouraging-display/ Southport’s pre-season winning run came to an end with 0-2 defeat against Barrow but there were again plenty of reasons for encouragement. It was a promising 90 minutes against EFL

31st August 2020

Councillor Pugh calls on all parties for Burscough Curves progress

The next few months may well determine whether the restoration of the Burscough Curves becomes a reality or remains on an eternal wish list. That is the view of the Liberal Democrat

30th August 2020

‘THANK U NHS’ Spitfire over Southport Hospital today

The iconic WW2 aircraft was seen today flying briefly over Southport & Formby General Hospital Above: a long range shot of the Spitfire in action today. The Spitfire was covered with the

30th August 2020

Rumah reopens after coronavirus scare as staff test negative

Rumah Bar and Kitchen on Weld Road has reopened after staff tested negative for coronavirus. On Friday, the bar closed as a precaution and recommended customers from Tuesday and Wednesday take a

29th August 2020

Man reunited with dog after ‘petnapping’ ordeal

A Southport man has been reunited with his dog after it was found miles away from home in a Scarisbrick garden. The puppy was found shivering and scared by residents in a

29th August 2020

Police rush to scene of alleged town centre ‘stabbing’

An investigation is underway after a late night reveller was allegedly stabbed in a serious assault in the early hours of this morning. Police closed off Waverley Street for a number of

29th August 2020

Mum’s Plea: Have you seen Lenny the Lion?

A Southport mum is appealing for her daughter’s favourite toy lion to be found and returned to her. Lenny the lion was lost yesterday around 3.30 pm whilst the family walked along

29th August 2020

Police urge caution from residents after three Southport burglaries this week

This week there have been three burglaries in Southport where the aim of the offenders appears to have been to find keys for cars parked on the driveways. Offenders have failed in

28th August 2020

Appeal for next of kin information after Southport death

Sefton Coroner’s Office is appealing for the public’s help in tracing the next of kin of man who recently died in Southport. Ali Martin Mohammed, aged 62, sadly died at home on

28th August 2020

Slasher destroys life saving dinghy in mindless vandal attack

Southport Offshore Rescue Trust have condemned the actions of a ‘mindless vandal’ after an inflatable lifeboat was destroyed by knife slashes. The inflatable D-class lifeboat had been in service for 30 years.

28th August 2020

North West boosted by £74,692,327 of UK Government investment in small businesses

Southport MP Damien Moore has welcomed the announcement that the UK Government-owned British Business Bank has issued its 75,000th loan through its Start Up Loans programme, marking more than £623 million invested

28th August 2020

Birkdale bar urges covid tests for previous customers after staff virus contact

A popular Birkdale bar has advised customers who drank in the premises last week to be tested for Covid-19, after a staff member came into contact with someone who had contracted the

28th August 2020

Council reminds bars and customers of safety guidelines ahead on Bank Holiday weekend

As the Bank Holiday weekend approaches, Sefton Council is reminding local businesses and their customers of the importance of following the Government’s COVID-19 guidance. For businesses in the hospitality sector such as

28th August 2020

Port hammer Marine as pre-season preparations continue

From: https://southportfc.net/report-goal-fest-again/ Southport came from two goals down after just ten minutes to win 6-2 against Marine. It was a shaky start for the Port with two defensive lapses gifting the home

28th August 2020

Graffiti vandals strike on Coastal Road

Graffiti vandalism was pictured last night on the junction of the Coastal Road and Liverpool Road in Woodvale. The vandalised board that is situated by the traffic lights is owed by the

27th August 2020

Police investigate boy racer claims after high speed Ainsdale smash

Detectives are investigating claims of dangerous road racing after two cars were involved in a life threatening smash in Southport last night. Residents of the quiet Mill Road area of Ainsdale were

26th August 2020

Minor RTC outside Scarisbrick Hall

Emergency services have been busy this morning dealing with a minor collision after a multiple car shunt in Scarisbrick. At least three cars were involved in a collision at the junction of

26th August 2020

Planning battle over new potential London Street ‘Cashino’

Plans to launch a new slot machine shop on London Street will soon be considered by Sefton Council. The Praesepe Group have submitted a planning application to convert the former pay day

26th August 2020

Rule Britannia and Land Of Hope And Glory should be celebrated says Damien Moore

Rule Britannia and Land Of Hope And Glory should be celebrated and sung loudly at the Last Night Of The Proms, says Southport MP Damien Moore. Mr Moore would also like to

25th August 2020

Unite Inflatable Zone opens its doors

https://www.uniteinflatablezone.com/ A new indoor inflatable attraction has opened in Southport offering a free hot drink for every bouncer this Bank Holiday Weekend only. Unite Inflatable Zone opened at Unite Martial Arts on

25th August 2020

£1.4m Market revamp to be presented to Council Cabinet

Exciting plans to transform Southport Market into a unique food and drink offer are set to be presented to Sefton Council’s formal Cabinet next week (Thursday, September 3). The report will recommend

25th August 2020

Northern lines experiencing disruption due to rain, expected all day

Speed restrictions have been placed on the entire Northern Rail network due to severe weather. The rail operator said: “Train services running across the whole Northern network will be delayed by up

25th August 2020

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

25th August 2020

Tickets on sale for another Southport friendly

Tickets have gone on sale for another Southport FC away friendly. The Port will travel to Warrington Town, managed by former Port boss Paul Carden on Tuesday 1st September. Tickets are available

25th August 2020

Southport’s diverse retro gaming revival

Throughout the last few years, a retro gaming revival has occurred across the globe. Fundamentally, the reason that old-school developments are once again becoming popular relates to nostalgia. For many, going back

25th August 2020

Best Ball Necklaces for Gifts

Giving a gift to your loved one is an absolute joy. Ball necklaces, in particular, are an outstanding gift to surprise them. However, many fail to decide which design to choose that

25th August 2020

Southport 24 Hour A&E unit marked for closure

Public invited to first Hospital board meeting held online.

Members of the public will be able to watch the meeting of Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust board online next month. Board members have been meeting virtually without the public present

24th August 2020

How to build relationships by winning social games

Social games are designed to provide fun and entertainment not only to the players but even spectators. Apart from entertaining people, different games can also play a pivotal role in the creation

24th August 2020

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