Irresponsible dog owners and cars
Public concerns have been raised about apathetic dog owners allowing their unrestrained pets to stick their heads out of car windows. Rule 57 of the highway code states: “When in a vehicle
North West Film Archive seek lockdown life videos for historical preservation
The North West Film Archive is asking the public to submit videos of their experience of the Covid-19 pandemic to preserve for future generations. The NWFA, part of the Manchester Metropolitan University,
Southport FootGolf first tournament a success
Southport FootGolf hosted their first tournament yesterday boasting a cash prize of £150 on offer for the winner. The participants enjoyed a fantastic experience, making their way through the course in the
MP joins row over Cambridge Arcade Covid testing centre
– MP Damien Moore has issued a statement urging Sefton Council to reconsider the placement of the Cambridge Arcade Covid testing centre – But Council insist the placement of the centre was
Arcade businesses stunned to see Coronavirus test site open next door
Shop, bar and restaurant owners have reacted with shock over reports that the walk-in Coronavirus test centre will be on their doorstep. It was announced this week that a walk-in test centre
Ainsdale Beach car park closed after reaching ‘maximum capacity’
Ainsdale Beach car park has reached ‘maximum capacity’ after hundreds of sun-seekers headed to the seaside. Sefton Council said: “Due to the hot weather, Ainsdale Beach Car Park is at maximum capacity.
Ex-councillor calls for end to sticky menace
A former Southport councillor has made an understated return to campaigning in the town. Ex-Tory Cllr David Barton, whose father was jailed as part of the major Barton Park care home scandal,
Southport set for visitors from nearby lockdown cities
With Southport set to scorch this weekend, the town is preparing for a swarm of visitors from nearby lockdown cities. Scores of cars are already causing severe issues at the entrance to
Birkdale Park Nursing Home halts visiting amid ‘second wave’ concerns
Birkdale Park Nursing Home has temporarily halted visiting amid concerns of a second wave of Coronavirus, after areas of Greater Manchester had additional lockdown restrictions imposed. Jonathan Cunningham MBE, Registered Care Manager
Southport BID welcomes £100,000 boost for new lights in Southport
Southport Business Improvement District has given its support to the creation of new decorative lights along Lord Street in the town. The current lights are no longer operating effectively and need to
Teenagers rescued from rising tide by lifeboat crews.
Southport Offshore Rescue Trust saved two teenagers who had become stranded due to the rising tide on Thursday evening. A post online from the Trust said: “The quad team dispatched and quickly
Stranded man refuses Lifeboat rescue in bizarre rising tide emergency
Stunned Southport lifeboat crews were forced into quick-thinking after a stranded man refused rescue in rising water. The male was found by quad bike crews from Southport Offshore Rescue Trust after becoming
Police increase patrols around Botanic Gardens after increased anti-social behaviour
Following incidents of anti-social behaviour in and around the area of the Botanic Gardens in Churchtown, patrols, including foot patrols of the park have continued during day and evening shifts. Investigations to
Scarisbrick man admits Liver Building firework attack.
A 19-year-old man from Scarisbrick has today admitted firing a firework at the Liver Building. Matthew Egglesden, of Turning Lane, appeared at Liverpool Crown Court this morning facing one charge of arson.
Concerns grow for Southport TUI shop after company announces 100 store closures
Fears are now growing for the future of Southport’s TUI Store after the holiday chain announced it would be shutting hundreds of stores in the UK. The Chapel Street Store is one
Cash boost sees Southport land £1m for European style Market
The transformation of Southport Market into a social space to enjoy food, drink and markets is one step closer to reality with the Governments Acceleration Grant announcement The resort has been awarded
VIDEO | Paramotor pilot in dangerous Pier landing stunt
A paramotor pilot has completed a dangerous landing stunt by Southport Pier. Video shows the pilot fly close to ground level along the sea wall, before narrowly clearing the Pier and landing.
Broken down train causing Merseyrail disruption
A broken down train on the Merseyrail network is causing major disruption on the Northern Line this morning. Services from Southport to Hunts Cross are currently terminating at Liverpool Central. The broken
Town Hall to become local Covid-19 testing site
The first ever dedicated walk-through Covid-19 testing sites in Cheshire and Merseyside are to be deployed in Sefton. The semi-permanent sites, known as Local Testing Sites (LTS), are being created in both
Southport and Formby Cancer Information and Support Centre re-opens
Southport and Formby Cancer Information and Support Centre on Stanley Street, Southport are re-opening its doors to provide residents affected by cancer with face to face, COVID safe support following the recent
Sports car seized after donut video emerges online
A BMW was seized in Southport after footage emerged online of the driver doing donuts under the Marine Way Bridge. Video shows a driver recklessly spinning his black BMW 1 Series under
Major incident as multiple cars collide near crematorium
Emergency services are currently on scene on Southport Road this evening including first responders after multiple cars collided. The accident occurred outside the entrance to Southport Crematorium opposite Turning Lane The cause
Sewer works shut popular beach car park
Ainsdale Beach car park has been temporarily closed today due to the need for essential sewerage works to take place at a nearby leisure site. United Utilities are currently working to replace
FREE parking delight for town centre shoppers
Shoppers in Southport have showered a town centre supermarket with praise for allowing people to park in its car park for free for two hours Sainsburys superstore on Lord Street has extended
Damien Moore welcomes 3.7% funding boost for Southport schools
Southport schools will enjoy a 3.7% increase in funding for the next school year as the Government confirmed its commitment to increasing opportunity for children. Primary and secondary schools in the town
Everything you need to know about roulette
Of all of the forms of modern entertainment on offer, especially those around Southport as detailed by otsnews.co.uk, it’s often the most recognisable offerings that catch the eye. In the world of
Southport FC to resume competitive fixtures on October 3rd
Southport FC will return to competitive fixtures on Saturday, October 3rd. The Sandgrounder’s first competitive fixture will be in the Emirates FA Cup Second Qualifying Round. Southport will play either 40 or
Air ambulance lands in Kings Gardens amid hotel emergency
Park-goers were left shocked after an air ambulance landed on a Southport Park this evening. The North West Air Ambulance was called in response to an emergency incident believed to have taken
Businesswoman takes resort by storm – at just TEN years old!
One of Southport’s youngest entrepreneurs is celebrating her business by selling its second franchise this month whilst also expanding her fleet of vehicles for her classic arcade games business, taking on a
Grenade scare rocks quiet Birkdale street
Officers attended an incident at Lulworth Road this morning following reports that a live hand grenade was found in a back garden. The incident took place at 8.40am this morning following the