Sun dogs witnessed over Hightown
Yesterday evening (16 August 2016) saw a spectacular atmospheric phenomenon known as a sundog. In fact two sundogs briefly appeared, to the left and the right of the solar orb, in a lovely
Peter Kay enjoys fish & chips at the Swan Southport
Louise wilkinson and Lesley Moran enjoy a photo with Peter Kay Peter Kay enjoys fish & chips at the Swan Chip Shop Southport Comedian Peter Kay was last night at the popular Swan
HM Coastguard Southport were paged to search for 3 missing girls
HM Coastguard Southport were paged to search for 3 missing girls HM Coastguard Southport were paged to assist in the search for 3 missing girls at Ainsdale Beach, 20:17hrs, August 16 2016. The
The County Group acquires G.R. Plimbley Ltd
Photo: Dave Clapp, CEO of The County Group Expanding the branch network to 18 locations and further enhancing a community broker strategy…. The County Group are pleased to announce that we have acquired
Southport Marathon Walk for Myeloma Charity raises £3000
Photo: Dr Graeme Allan, Macmillan GP and Cancer Lead, Southport and Formby CCG cuts the ribbon to start the walkers off. Southport Marathon Walk for Myeloma Charity raises £3000 Members of the
Southport residents unite to oppose parking restrictions
Southport residents unite to oppose parking restrictions Southport residents unite to oppose parking restrictionsA meeting called to oppose plans for new parking restrictions in the Manchester Road area of Southport delivered a
Green Party Say Community Paediatric Services For Southport Are In Chaos
Green Party Say Community Paediatric Services For Southport Are In Chaos Rick Furness, a local Green Party campaigner, who stood as a candidate in Kew Ward in this year’s local elections, claims
Emergency Services called to man collapsed in Norwood Road Southport
The emergency services were called to Norwood Road this afternoon (Tuesday August 16) following reports of a person collapsed in the road. They arrived on scene within minutes to find a male
Coast Road closed as biker breaks both legs in horror smash
A MOTORCYCLIST had to be airlifted to hospital after suffering serious injuries in a crash on Marine Drive in Southport. Police were forced to temporarily close the coastal road between Marshside Road
New Slimming World Group at Russell Rd Methodist Church Hall
Angela McKenna is starting a New Slimming World Group at Russell Rd Methodist Church Hall on Tuesday 6th September at 5.30 pm. If you’re thinking about losing weight, or just want to know
Supercars of the Northwest’s Second Event was a Huge Success
Local Facebook page ‘Supercars of the Northwest‘ owners Kieran Shaw (17) and Thomas Lee Bleakley (21) are organising a second event at Pleasureland Southport took place on Sunday 14th August. This event was
CCTV Appeal – Burglary, Birkdale
Detectives are appealing for information following a burglary at an address in Birkdale on Sunday, 7 August and have released CCTV of a man they wish to trace. The incident took place
Family win holiday of a lifetime at casino
A Woman from Southport says she is busy planning a dream holiday to the Algarve after winning a competition at the Genting Casino on the promenade. A regular customer at the casino,
Should we give Southport beggars money?
Photo: A beggar on Lord street, Southport. Preston has urges shoppers not to give beggars any money – because most of them are on benefits and aren’t homeless Preston City Council, working
Re-Appeal to locate Merseyside man – Kyle Edward Reman
Re-Appeal to locate Merseyside man – Kyle Edward Reman Merseyside Police is re-appealing for assistance in tracing 21-year-old Kyle Edward Redman. Following an initial appeal issued in June, officers still wish to speak
Byng house outreach
The Legion’s Advice and Information Officer, Sarah Abbotson, will be available at Byng House to discuss face to face the Legion’s services with anyone that may need help. This also includes: signposting
Reward offer for wanted man
A £500 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a wanted man from Leyland. Lee Ashton, 20, is wanted by police in connection with a burglary,
On the spot fines for Southport fly tippers
For the first time, Sefton Council can now issue fixed penalty notices of £400 to people caught fly-tipping. New Government legislation allows local authorities the ability to set the amount for a
Switched on Parent
As the summer holidays are now upon us, many children will be spending more time than usual online. Recent research suggests that this is a real concern for parents with four in
Side entrance to Southport hospital closed
Side entrance to Southport hospital closed A side entrance to Southport hospital is closed until the end of the month while access is improved for disabled visitors. Patients and visitors, in particular
Marty MacDonald’s Toy Machine – Saturday 20 August 2016
From the team who brought you Marty MacDonald’s Farm.. they’re back by popular demand! Join us this summer for a brand new show featuring the voices of CBeebies’ Justin Fletcher and Nicole
Community Centre to host summer garden party
SOUTHPORT residents are being invited to a summer garden party with a free picnic lunch later this month. The event will take place at Southport Community Centre on Norwood Road from 11am-2pm
Tappers signs with Deliveroo to offer Cake and Bagels to your door
Tappers signs with Deliveroo to offer Cake and Bagels to your door A Southport award winning eatery ‘Tappers’ has signed up with a fast expanding delivery service to allow busy families and
Another house burgled in Southport
Another house burgled in Southport A Southport woman has contacted OTSNew.co.uk following a burglary in Southport, Michelle Quinn said: “Some horrible scum of the earth has broken into my brother’s house while him
Vauxhall Insignia Stolen – Cedar Street, Southport
Vauxhall Insignia Stolen – Cedar Street, Southport Vauxhall Insignia Stolen reg DV6 2ZRT was stolen from a driveway on Cedar Street, Southport overnight, Sunday 14 August 2016. Owner Adrian kuti said: “I
Can you help renovate a Southport man’s home?
Can you help renovation a Southport man’s home? A Southport man has made an appeal to help renovate his Southport home. His home needs completely renewing from top to bottom so he
Fire surround
Mahogany fire surround £30 phone or text 07922352819
A Southport Councillor backs local businesses against proposed parking plans
Photo: Mrs Louise Hankinson- Everatt of “VIP Hair Emporium”; Mr Bill Signet of “Hignet’s DIY”; Mr Mark Wright of “Smiths TV” and Jackie of “Just Flowers”. Manchester Road Area Consultation Community Campaign
North West Roadworks – Monday 15 August to Sunday 21 August 2016
Planned road works in the North West – summary for Monday 15 August to Sunday 21 August 2016 The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is
Southport 2-1 Woking
Southport 2-1 Woking Louis Almond scored twice – including a late winner – as Southport came from behind to beat Woking 2-1 in the National League. Dennon Lewis put the Cards ahead,