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OFFICIAL UPDATE | Large fire in Ainsdale Pinewoods

Firefighters attended Ainsdale Pinewoods on Saturday 23rd May after reports of a large fire. Crews were called to the woodland shortly before 9am. Two fire engines attended. On arrival crews found a

26th May 2020

3 Easy Ways to Get a Takeaway for Less in Southport

Treating yourself to a takeaway is one of life’s best guilty pleasures. No one has to cook, you get a hot and delicious meal delivered to your door, and if you are

26th May 2020

Coronavirus: All non-essential retail shops can reopen in England from 15 June, PM says

Boris Johnson tried to steer discussion back to England’s route out of lockdown, despite repeated questions about his adviser. High street shops have been given the green light to start reopening from

25th May 2020

Red- Blue Solidarity over Merseyside Madrid Match Death Toll

New analysis of health data predicts the direct local death toll which Liverpool’s controversial Championship League match with Atletico Madrid created directly. UK government failure to stop mass gatherings has been linked

25th May 2020

Council chief calls for more resort foster carers

The chief of Sefton Council wants more Southport residents to become foster carers and take full advantage of a change in career Council chief executive Dwayne Johnson hopes some of the borough’s

25th May 2020

SOUTHPORT FC ONLINE SHOP | Fathers Day Soon!

Remember its FATHERS DAY on SUNDAY 21ST JUNE, order early from our Online Shop to avoid disappointment. All orders for £25.00 and over receive a ‘I SUPPORTED MY CLUB’ mug. FREE DELIVERY

25th May 2020

More, mobile Coronavirus testing scheduled for Southport this week

The Borough’s next military-run Mobile Test Centre is scheduled to take place at Southport Eco Centre from Monday 25th to Wednesday 27th May. Test are available to everyone aged over 5 although essential workers,

25th May 2020

No 9 Southport’s Superhero Sunday – Beach House children’s Home

Lings on kings are proud to Present…. No 9 Southport’s Superhero Sunday. Where every Sunday one of our local superhero’s will be treated to a free meal on US!! This week we

24th May 2020

Parlour owners ignore major safety warnings to supply demand

Dozens of rule flouting shoppers have descended on a town centre ice cream parlour causing major safety concerns. Seating areas outside Rich’s Ice Cream Parlour have caused groups of people to congregate

24th May 2020

Woodlands – It’s nearly time…only 4 days to go!

Time is ticking on and the team at Woodlands Animal Sanctuary are preparing for a big first for them! Four of their Animal Carers, Emily, Izzy, Louise and Abigail are going to

24th May 2020

Surge in appreciation of exercise and activity during lockdown

During Mental Health Awareness Week, our latest figures show the majority of people use exercise to manage their mental health. People have turned to cycling and walking to keep active outdoors during

24th May 2020

Are Smokers and Vapers More Likely to Catch Airborne Illnesses?

As you have probably guessed, this article is born from the idea that smokers and vapers are more likely to catch the COVID virus than people who do not engage in any

24th May 2020

Police seize bike, is it yours?

Do you recognise this bicycle? It has been seized by Officers this week in Sefton suspected of being stolen. Police want to reunite it with its rightful owner. If you think it

24th May 2020

Shark washed up on beach in Southport

A dead shark between 4ft and 5ft long, has been found washed ashore on Birkdale beach this morning, Saturday 23 May 2020. It was spotted by Dimitri Zeniou, who was enjoying a

23rd May 2020

Ice cream Parlour owners feel the heat after flouting virus rules

Cafes and ice cream parlours in Southport have found themselves in hot water this weekend after putting out seating areas and encouraging large groups to congregate in close quarters. Both Rossi’s Ice

23rd May 2020

Tractor rescues 4×4 stuck on Ainsdale beach

A 4×4 had to be pulled from the mud on Ainsdale beach today, Saturday 23 May. A local resident told OTS News, I was out walking my dogs this lunchtime and came

23rd May 2020

APPEAL after trailer stolen from New Cut Lane

POLICE are appealing for help in regards to a theft that took place at 7.39am on Wednesday 20th May 2020 in which an Ifor Williams Tri axle trailer has been stolen from

23rd May 2020

Overgrown weeds could cause death on busy road warn campaigners

Safety campaigners are calling on the council to remove tonnes of overgrown leaves and weeds from trees along a busy stretch of road in Southport. The tree lined Albert Road is now

23rd May 2020

Councillor’s Keep Calm COVID Call

A Southport Councillor has called for the public to keep calm and carry on carrying out COVID guidelines. The call follows revelations that the Prime Minister’s chief advisor Dominic Cummings (left) has

23rd May 2020

Southport’s major events cancelled

Southport Air Show and British Musical Fireworks Championship Cancelled due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) situation in the UK VisitSouthport.com Due to the ongoing coronavirus (Covid-19) situation in the UK and the impact

23rd May 2020

Sefton’s iconic buildings light up in honour of key workers and NHS heroes

‘Clapping Hands’ at Bootle Town Hall Sefton gave an extra big hand last night for NHS staff and key workers, thanks to London based British textile artist Ian Berry whose ‘Clapping

23rd May 2020

Last Supermoon of 2020 taken in Southport

Image Credit: Lee Here is a image of the last Supermoon of 2020 taken in Southport on the 6th of may at 22:25. A supermoon appears subtly larger than a regular full

23rd May 2020

UPDATE Martin Mere Wetland Centre closed to the public

Martin Mere Wetland Centre closed to the public Martin Mere Wetland Centre remains closed for now. However, we’re working hard behind the scenes to re-open and we look forward to welcoming you

22nd May 2020

DONATION PAGE | Help save our swans & make our park bloom

Local residents have set up a fundraiser and any donation will help improve our Botanic Gardens park in Southport used by the public. Due to lack of funding our park is almost

22nd May 2020

Family home narrowly missed destruction from falling tree

A family are lucky to be alive after winds ripped up a huge tree from its roots in Southport today, Friday 22 May. The massive tree in Clovelly Drive in Hillside was

22nd May 2020

PETITION Government must provide all teaching staff with adequate PPE

8,712 have signed Lucia Ciampa’s petition. Let’s get to 10,000! Sign now with a click I am a primary school teacher and a mother of 3 young children. The government will soon

22nd May 2020

Police advice ahead of Bank Holiday weekend

POLICE reminding our communities of the importance of social distancing this Bank Holiday weekend. Since last week, people have been able to spend more time outdoors, and can visit parks and open

22nd May 2020

100 wraps of heroin/ crack cocaine and cash seized from Southport man

Yesterday Officers from Sefton Targeted arrested a 35 year old male in Southport for possession with intent to supply Class A drugs. Approximately 100 wraps of heroin/ crack cocaine and cash seized

22nd May 2020

Billy Bragg taking part in #CoversForCarers

Billy Bragg taking part in the #CoversForCarers challenge to raise money for RCN Foundation to support frontline healthcare workers Billy Bragg has been a fearless recording artist, tireless live performer and peerless

22nd May 2020

Galloway’s is inviting fundraisers to join them in Not the Morecambe Bay Walk

Sight loss charity Galloway’s is asking the community to recreate their own socially distant version of the Morecambe Bay Walk and raise vital funds for blind and partially sighted people across Lancashire

22nd May 2020

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