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WATCH: Caravan comes lose and smashes into a tree in Southport

Photo: Caravan detaches from car and smashes into tree on Preston New Road A caravan detached from a car on Preston New Road, Southport this afternoon and smashed into a tree, Friday

23rd September 2016

Take a look inside the ‘Corridor Bar and Eatery’ which opens on Lord Street tonight

Corridor Bar and Eatery Opens on Lord Street tonight Corridor Bar and Eatery Opens on Lord Street, Southport officially opens tonight, Friday 23 September 2016. Victoria Hughes is thrilled to announce the

23rd September 2016

Lancashire police helicopter base closure will be ‘devastating’

The closure of a police helicopter base in Lancashire will be “devastating” for communities, the force’s federation has said. Report by: bbc Lancashire Police Federation’s chairwoman Rachel Baines said the closure of the

23rd September 2016

A Southport Cllr argues “Council Parking policy needs to be reviewed”

Councillor Sue McGuire argues “Council Parking policy needs to be reviewed” Residents and visitors to Southport are being penalised for an outdated parking policy which takes no account of the new modern

23rd September 2016

Town Officials against fighting crime in Southport

Town Officials against fighting crime in Southport After years of anti-social behavior in Southport and Merseyside police more stretched than ever, forward thinking Councillor David Barton will introduce security guards from the Liverpool. The

22nd September 2016

Drivers escape Cemetery Road car crash uninjured

Drivers escape Cemetery Road car crash uninjured Cemetery Road was closed on Thursday evening (September 22) after two cars collided at the Boundary/Cemetery road junction shortly before 6.30pm. A Renault and a

22nd September 2016

Lord Street volunteers planting up Memorial Gardens

Photo: Lord Street in Bloom Volunteers Southport Lord Street volunteers planting up Memorial Gardens The award winning volunteers were today working hard planting up plants donated by SouthportBID, Thursday 22 September 2016. This

22nd September 2016

Rebecca Robson is cutting her hair and donating it to charity

“I will be cutting off over 25cm of my hair to donate to Little princess trust to be made into a wig. The cost to make a wig ranges from £350-£500 and

22nd September 2016

Appeal after 14-year-old injured in Burscough collision

Appeal after 14-year-old injured in Burscough collision We are appealing for information following a collision which has left a 14-year-old girl with serious injuries. The incident occurred at around 3.45pm yesterday (September

22nd September 2016

The Herald FC 10th Anniversary Celebrations in Memory of Millie Rose

The Herald FC 10th Anniversary Celebrations in Memory of Millie Rose Jay Hawkes told OTSNews.co.uk “We will be raising money for neuroblastoma cancer in memory of young Millie Rose, the young girl

22nd September 2016

24 Hour Gaming Marathon in aid of Clair House Childens Hospice

Cori Rimmer will be hosting a 24 Hour Gaming Marathon on 21st November 2016 in aid of Clair House Childents Hospice and the event will be held at the Prince of Wales.

22nd September 2016

Donation of Various Grasses to Friends of Rotten Row

Donation of Various Grasses to Friends of Rotten Row McNair Landscapes have donated a variety of Ornamental Grasses to Friends of Rotten Row for planting out along the borders. The brothers had

22nd September 2016

Autism Assessments Are Failing Too Many Children Across Sefton – Please Sign Our Petition

Photo: Rick Furness, a Green Party campaigner Autism Assessments Are Failing Too Many Children Across Sefton – Please Sign Our Petition ‘When comparing to clinical guidelines, and accepting that early intervention is critical

22nd September 2016

Views sought as Sefton bus network review gets underway

Residents have the chance to give their views on bus services in Sefton as part of an on-going review of the whole Liverpool City Region bus network. Working as part of the

22nd September 2016

Woman who did this spared jail

Photo: Victim – Kate Nield Updated McCluskey, of Brook Close, Southport previously pleaded not guilty to wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, but later admitted the lesser charge of wounding. Judge Flewitt today sentenced

22nd September 2016

R.I.P Karen O’connor Manwaring

R.I.P Karen O’connor Manwaring OTSNews.co.uk is saddened to report the death of Karen O’connor Manwaring who past away today (21 September 2016) aged 50 years. Funeral arrangements to be confirmed but currently any

21st September 2016

OAP loses control of her car and finishes in a field

OAP loses control of her car and finishes in a field Emergency services were called to Ormskirk Road this morning after a woman in her 70’s lost control of her Nissan Micra

21st September 2016

Singalong – Thursday 22 September 2016

Join in with music and song sheets provided by local music teacher, Amanda. Spaces are limited and are bookable online or by phone on 01704 533 333. Free tea and coffee is

21st September 2016

Family pay tribute to Southport Woman to Julia Pennington-Bell who died in scooter accident

Photo: R.I.P P Julia Pennington-Bell from Southport Family pay tribute to Southport Woman to Julia Pennington-Bell who died in scooter accident “The family of Julia Pennington-Bell would like to express their grief at the

21st September 2016

Anti-social behaviour patrols launched to protect Southport businesses

Anti-social behaviour patrols launched to protect Southport businesses Companies and civic assets across Southport are to be protected by new anti-social behaviour patrols after a leading local councillor joined forces with business

21st September 2016

Merseyside Police issue warning after men try fleece Southport residents

Merseyside Police issue warning after men try fleece Southport residents A message for the residents of Southport from Merseyside Police and Sefton Home Watch. Further details about the incident in Welbeck Terrace

21st September 2016

Southport and Birkdale Open Day

Southport and Birkdale Open Day Southport and Birkdale Sports Club are holding an Open Day on Sunday 25th September. The Hockey, Tennis and Squash sections will be holding taster sessions with food

21st September 2016

Southport FC fail to keep hold of Louis Almond

Winger heads to Prenton Park Southport have agree transfer for Louis Almond with Tranmere Rovers Louis Almond has transferred to Tranmere Rovers this afternoon for an undisclosed fee. Southport FC wish Louis

21st September 2016

Car burnt out in field – Crossens

Car burnt out in field – Crossens Emergency services were called to New Lane, Crossens, Southport shortly before 9pm last after members the public reported explosions from a field, Tuesday 21 September 2016.

21st September 2016

Oktoberfest comes to Southport this Saturday

Oktoberfest comes to Southport this Saturday On Saturday 24th September we are hosting our own Oktoberfest, a ticketed event for 18’s and over. Doors will open at 7pm when you can take

20th September 2016

Wilson Autobodies and Southport Tiles Sponsor SB Rangers

Photo: SB Rangers U14’s Wilson Autobodies and Southport Tiles Sponsor SB Rangers Seb speaking on behalf of everyone at SB Rangers said: “Thank you to Wilson Autobodies and Southport Tiles for kindly

20th September 2016

Dickinson’s Real Deal is coming to Southport

Dickinson’s Real Deal is coming to Southport Why let your antiques collect dust in the attic when you can sell them for cash? Take money on the spot from a dealer OR

20th September 2016

Southport woman dies after scooter fall in Blackpool

A Southport woman has died after after falling from a scooter in Blackpool on Sunday afternoon (18 September). The woman, aged 55, was a passenger on a Vespa Piaggio PX 125 scooter being driven

20th September 2016

Ellesse photoshoot takes place on Southport Pier

This morning popular sportswear brand Ellesse began their photo shoot on Southport Pier. The shoot was to show their latest t-shirts designs and other clothing pieces. The photos do not yet have a release date

20th September 2016

CCGs shortlisted for prestigious HSJ award

CCGs shortlisted for prestigious HSJ award NHS South Sefton Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) and NHS Southport and Formby CCG have been shortlisted for a prestigious Health Service Journal (HSJ) Award. Their apprenticeship

20th September 2016

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