Abbeyfield houses from Alexandra Road, Scarisbrick New Road and Waterloo Road have recently joined Facebook to be able to spread the word to those in Southport that they can now keep up-to-date
Health organisations don’t like to endorse nicotine consumption or smoking in any form, so it’s quite understandable that they’ve always emphasised e-cigarettes are still bad for you. However, according to recent reports
Special planning rules designed to support England’s travelling community will only apply to those who lead a genuine travelling lifestyle, under changes that came into force from today. The measure is part
Update Sefton Contractor does half a job After years of complaints by residents and business owners to Sefton council regarding the loose cobbles on the king street part of Portland Street a contractor has
Websters Turf are Lancashire based Growers and Suppliers of Quality Turf. The Webster family have been farming their land between Southport and Ormskirk for generations. Their premium quality turf is grown as part
Friends of Brookdale met on Thursday 27th August 2015 with Penelope Fell, Chief Operating Officer and Dave Hughes, Business Development Officer from New Directions. Many items were discussed including the promotion and
Photo: Twister above Ainsdale taken by Amy Baguley Residents were shocked earlier today when a mini twister formed in the skies above Formby, Ormskirk and Ainsdale. The twister was seen around 2pm and lasted around 15
It’s the second coming! Having not so long ago finished entertaining us in Alan Ayckbourn’s darkly comic Snakes in the Grass at Southport’s Little Theatre, the award winning Too Friendly Theatre Company
Result: Southport 3-0 Altrincham Southport moved off the foot of the National League table after securing their first win of the season against Altrincham. Gary Jones put Southport in front from the
A teenage boy remains in hospital with serious injuries after a tragic car crash in which his mother died. The 15-year-old suffered two broken legs, a broken hip and a broken arm when the
Local photographer Zack Downey who is the owner of ZEDPhotography, was again out taking pictures of people having a great time in Birkers bar on Saturday, as people made the most of
Southport Lib Dem councillors have launched a campaign to save Churchtown ‘s NatWest branch on Cambridge Road. Councillors Pat Keith and John Dodd have drawn up a petition against the proposed closure of the bank, and
The Marine Way Bridge in Southport is set to be closed for up to two weeks. The busy highway, which connects Southport’s Promenade and town centre with Ocean Plaza and Southport Beach as it
Photo: Rescue, Southport beach (7.50pm) At around 7pm Southport IRB and quads tasked to search the tideline for two walkers on Southport Beach reported missing/overdue, Sunday 30 August. Crowds gathered along the
Ormskirk Motorfest 2015, Photographs by Jon Hart – reason2design, Southport Crowds assembled in Ormskirk as more than 350 cars and motorcycles lined up in displays across the town centre and in Coronation Park. The
Fly Tipping, Gordon Street, Southport Once again fly tippers have left their mark on Gordon Street, Southport, Sunday 30 August 2015. Someone has dumped household waste and material not needed in renovation
Rip Off Sefton Parking Charges in Southport Why pay extortionate parking prices in Southport town centre when you can park in town for a fraction of Sefton’s prices? The price Sefton Council
Dear OTS News, I am searching for my grandfather who lived in Southport between about 1935 until his death in 1969. He worked for the council as a clerk (I think) His
The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of Friday 28 August and could be subject to change due to weather conditions or
Photo: Scientific Support (11am) Police were called to flats on Bath Street, Southport, following reports of a number of flats were broken- into and robbed, Sunday 30 August 2015. Police investigations are
Paul Carden describes Bank Holiday Monday as “as must win game.” The Port boss also stresses that his new look Port squad are better than the current return of one point out
Facepainting by Eliza Donothing at the 2014 Open Mike Night We are holding our second OPEN MIKE NIGHT at ALPINE, West Street on SUNDAY 30th AUGUST in memory of our much loved and
R.I.P Elsie Jones OTS News.co.uk is saddened to report the death the well known Southport women Elsie Jones. Elsie Jones age 81 formerly a dinner lady at st Teresa’s now reunited with son
Update: Crosby Road Street Party Preparations, Saturday 29 August Royal Celebrations – Southport Events September 2015 Event 1 Rosebank Care Home – Celebration on Wed 9th Sep 1230 – 1500 hrs. Rosebank is well
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Southport mum is appealing for people’s help after thieves stole her son’s disability trike on his birthday. The bike was stolen as burglars struck at the home in Marshside, as the family
PDSA Charity shop on Lord Street Southport needs your help We are looking for good quality furniture to sell in our shop to raise vital funds to help Sick injured and dying