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New MySefton podcast launches with Southport Air Show ticket competition

Join us in celebrating the launch of a new Sefton Council news podcast!There's another good reason to listen to our first episode,…

Sport Yesterday

Southport score twice in added time to draw at Hednesford

Southport came from two goals down to draw 2-2 at Hednesford, scoring twice in added time to rescue a point.Anyone who left early,…

Transport 2 days ago

Southport trains recovering after signalling problems at Liverpool Central

Services on the Merseyrail Northern line, including trains to and from Southport, were disrupted on Tuesday, August 18, after sign…

Emergency Services 2 days ago

Police 101 set for AI overhaul to free handlers for urgent calls

New AI software will slash waiting times for reporting crimes to the police, helping to unclog the 101 service amid huge levels of…

Garden sign reading 'Plant Your Dreams' beside colorful flowers and a white railing.

What's On 2 days ago

2026 Southport Flower Show to open at Victoria Park on August 20

The 2026 Southport Flower Show opens at Victoria Park on Thursday, August 20.The four-day event runs until Sunday, August 23, and …

Transport 2 days ago

Disabled people to gain round-the-clock free bus travel nationwide

Eligible disabled people across England will get free bus travel all day, every day, after the Prime Minister announced today (Tue…

Sport 2 days ago

Southport drawn away to Garstang in Lancashire Challenge Trophy

Southport will begin their Lancashire Challenge Trophy campaign away to Garstang on Wednesday, September 23.The first-round match …

Various coastal and heritage sights: a rocket statue in a park, two people by a lighthouse on rocks, brick arched interior, friends taking a selfie, grand mansion with manicured gardens, couple walking along a beach with a distant lighthouse

Business 3 days ago

Tourism visitor numbers rise 7.8% to more than 61.5 million

Visitor numbers rise 7.8% to more than 61.5 millionTourism supporting 57,591 jobs across the City RegionVisitor spending increases…

Photographer aiming a Canon camera with lens hood in a woodland setting

What's On 3 days ago

Sony to sponsor wildlife photography activities at North West festival

Wildlife photographers from across the UK are being invited to capture one of Britain's greatest natural spectacles as the North W…

New Aircraft! A26 Invader aircraft in midflight with USAF markings against cloudy sky.

What's On 3 days ago

A-26 Invader announced for Southport Air Show 2026

A Douglas A-26 Invader has been announced as the latest addition to the Southport Air Show 2026 line-up.The twin-engined aircraft …

A person rinses a glass at a modern kitchen sink with chrome faucet and white subway tile backsplash.

Business 3 days ago

United Utilities submits £1.4bn North West water investment plan

United Utilities has submitted plans for about £1.4 billion of additional investment in water and wastewater infrastructure across…

Business 3 days ago

Nearly 7.8 million people visited Sefton in 2025

Nearly 7.8 million people visited Sefton last year as the borough’s tourism sector once again saw strong growthThe local visitor e…

Two young women sit on a sofa looking at a tablet together, with a yellow circular design and text about Child Benefit.

Other 3 days ago

Parents have two weeks to extend Child Benefit for teenagers

Parents of 16 to 19-year-olds have just 2 weeks left to tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) whether their child will continue in no…

Emergency Services 3 days ago

Southport Lifeboat responds to five incidents on Sefton coast

Southport Lifeboat crews responded to five incidents along the Sefton coast between August 3 and August 16, including searches, mu…

Sport 3 days ago

Southport travel to Hednesford Town for Tuesday league fixture

Southport travel to Hednesford Town on Tuesday, August 18, for a 7.45pm kick-off in the National League North.The match takes plac…

Traffic roundabout plan with new footways and crossings around central circle, green upgraded routes, orange crossing points, and surrounding roads and buildings labelled.

Transport 3 days ago

Phase two of Southport Eastern Access scheme starts at Kew Roundabout

Phase two of work on the Southport Eastern Access scheme is to start on today, Monday 17thAugust.It will result in major improveme…

Sport 4 days ago

Buxton equaliser denies Southport victory in added time

Southport were held to a 1-1 draw by Buxton at Haig Avenue on Saturday, August 15, after the visitors scored in the 92nd minute.Ma…

A council chamber scene with people seated at desks and a woman speaking, plus an outdoor aviary with parrot cages and a man in a suit.

Council 5 days ago

Opposition challenges Sefton Council’s changing explanation for aviary closure

Residents can be forgiven for being slightly confused when a budget saving, smuggled through when the Council Tax was set becomes …

Emergency Services 5 days ago

Lancashire fire service asks residents to stop outdoor burning during dry weather

Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service is asking residents to stop all controlled burning in the open while warm, dry weather continues.…

Transport 6 days ago

Electric vehicle sales rise 45% as government reviews ZEV mandate

government begins review of electric vehicle (EV) sales targets to back jobs, investment and maintain a competitive UK automotive …

Smiling man with short hair in a vintage Lifesport shirt, black and white portrait.

Sport 6 days ago

Southport-born European Cup winner Jimmy Rimmer dies aged 78

Southport-born goalkeeper Jimmy Rimmer, who won the European Cup with Manchester United and Aston Villa, has died aged 78.Aston Vi…

Emergency Services 6 days ago

Residents urged to avoid garden bonfires during warm weather

Residents are being urged to avoid garden bonfires wherever possible after a number of calls about waste being burned in home gard…

Liverpool waterfront with historic buildings along the river and a large white passenger vessel in the foreground.

Transport 6 days ago

Win a place on the first public sailing of the Royal Daffodil

A public competition has opened for a unique opportunity to be among the first passengers to sail aboard the first new Mersey Ferr…

Firefighter in red protective gear hosing a grassland fire on a sunny day

Emergency Services 13 Aug 2026

More than half of Merseyside grass and rubbish fires were deliberate during school holidays

Firefighters attended 418 grass and rubbish fires across Merseyside between 20 July and 9 August, with 240 recorded as deliberate.…

White parrot perched on a branch inside a cage, holding a green fruit in its foot.

Council 13 Aug 2026

Animal welfare groups back Sefton’s decision to close aviary

Council continues to move forward with closure of the AviaryAnimal welfare experts from across the world support decisionAttempts …

Emergency Services 13 Aug 2026

24-year-old rider dies following Queensway Tunnel crash

Police can confirm a man who was injured during a serious road traffic collision inside the Queensway Tunnel on Tuesday 11 August …

Education 13 Aug 2026

Sefton Council welcomes new school uniform affordability laws

Sefton Council has welcomed new laws designed to make school uniforms more affordable for families, which support its ongoing work…

Skydivers deploy red-and-white parachutes above a patchwork countryside, leaving red smoke trails.

What's On 12 Aug 2026

Red Devils parachute team to make Southport Flower Show debut

The Red Devils Parachute Display Team will land at Southport Flower Show on Thursday 20 August, with a display planned for midday …

What's On 12 Aug 2026

Families invited to enjoy final weeks of Dragonfly Festival at Martin Mere

Families are being encouraged to make the most of the summer holidays with a last chance to experience Dragonfly Festival at WWT M…

Bright yellow road sign on a blue frame near a quay, indicating closure for Southport Air Show with dates and contact info.

Transport 12 Aug 2026

Marine Drive to close for six days during Southport Airshow

Southport’s Marine Drive will close for six days from Wednesday 26 August, including the bank holiday Monday on 31 August.Local tr…

Health 12 Aug 2026

Macmillan cancer centre faces 70% staffing cut in Southport

Councillors are asking the Southport and Formby Primary Care Network to hold back on cuts to Southport and Formby Cancer Support C…

Emergency Services 12 Aug 2026

Witnesses sought after one-vehicle crash inside Queensway Tunnel

Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision inside the Queensway Tunnel.We were contacted at jus…

Eclipse sequence with sun partially obscured by circular silhouettes across a dark background

What's On 12 Aug 2026

Visitors urged to plan ahead for eclipse at Ainsdale Beach

A partial solar eclipse will be visible in the UK today (Wednesday 12 August), with more than 91% of the Sun set to be obscured fr…

Police cadets in black uniforms posing with dignitaries on stage during ceremony.

Emergency Services 11 Aug 2026

35 new police constables sworn in at Lancashire Police ceremony

Lancashire Police has welcomed 35 new police constables who were sworn in at an attestation ceremony at the force headquarters in …

Propeller aircraft in flight with yellow and blue paint and U.S. star insignia against blue sky

What's On 11 Aug 2026

P-51 Mustang ‘Jersey Jerk’ to fly at Southport Air Show 2026

A P-51 Mustang named Jersey Jerk will join the flying display at Southport Air Show 2026.The historic aircraft is due to appear ov…

Umbrellas out as Southport Flower Show begins in wet weather

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Southport host Bedford Town at Haig Avenue on Saturday

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New MySefton podcast launches with Southport Air Show ticket competition

Southport score twice in added time to draw at Hednesford

Southport trains recovering after signalling problems at Liverpool Central

Police 101 set for AI overhaul to free handlers for urgent calls

2026 Southport Flower Show to open at Victoria Park on August 20

Disabled people to gain round-the-clock free bus travel nationwide

Southport drawn away to Garstang in Lancashire Challenge Trophy

Tourism visitor numbers rise 7.8% to more than 61.5 million

Sony to sponsor wildlife photography activities at North West festival

A-26 Invader announced for Southport Air Show 2026

United Utilities submits £1.4bn North West water investment plan

Nearly 7.8 million people visited Sefton in 2025

Parents have two weeks to extend Child Benefit for teenagers

Southport Lifeboat responds to five incidents on Sefton coast

Southport travel to Hednesford Town for Tuesday league fixture

Phase two of Southport Eastern Access scheme starts at Kew Roundabout

Buxton equaliser denies Southport victory in added time

Opposition challenges Sefton Council’s changing explanation for aviary closure

Lancashire fire service asks residents to stop outdoor burning during dry weather

Electric vehicle sales rise 45% as government reviews ZEV mandate

Southport-born European Cup winner Jimmy Rimmer dies aged 78

Residents urged to avoid garden bonfires during warm weather

Win a place on the first public sailing of the Royal Daffodil

More than half of Merseyside grass and rubbish fires were deliberate during school holidays

Animal welfare groups back Sefton’s decision to close aviary

24-year-old rider dies following Queensway Tunnel crash

Sefton Council welcomes new school uniform affordability laws

Red Devils parachute team to make Southport Flower Show debut

Families invited to enjoy final weeks of Dragonfly Festival at Martin Mere

Marine Drive to close for six days during Southport Airshow

Macmillan cancer centre faces 70% staffing cut in Southport

Witnesses sought after one-vehicle crash inside Queensway Tunnel

Visitors urged to plan ahead for eclipse at Ainsdale Beach

35 new police constables sworn in at Lancashire Police ceremony

P-51 Mustang ‘Jersey Jerk’ to fly at Southport Air Show 2026