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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.The figures from Merseyside Fire and Rescue Servic…

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

Transport Yesterday

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 Yesterday

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 Yesterday

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 Yesterday

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 2 days ago

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 2 days ago

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…

Emergency Services 2 days ago

United Utilities warns of cold-water shock as heatwave hits North West

As another heatwave hits the North West, United Utilities is highlighting the dangers of cold-water shock.The water company for th…

Transport 2 days ago

Queensway Tunnel closed in both directions after off-road bike collision

The Queensway Tunnel is closed in both directions after a serious collision involving an off-road bike.Merseyside Police said emer…

Young person with dark curly hair making a rock-on hand gesture outdoors

Emergency Services 2 days ago

Appeal to find missing 17-year-old Abdul Alnurjini with links to Southport

An appeal has been launched to find 17-year-old Abdul Alnurjini, who was last seen on Lodge Lane on Sunday, 9 August 2026.Extensiv…

Emergency Services 2 days ago

Lancashire Police highlights serious risks and penalties of drug driving

Drug Driving – Know the RisksDrug driving means operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs, whether they are: • Illega…

Sport 3 days ago

Southport FC host Buxton in first home game of 2026-27 season

Southport FC will play their first home game of the 2026-27 season when Buxton visit Haig Avenue on Saturday, August 15. Kick-off …

Commuters boarding a yellow and black London Metro train at a platform, with a digital display showing destination Kirkby.

Transport 3 days ago

Merseyrail passengers warned of 26-day Northern line closure in October

Merseyrail passengers are being warned to plan ahead for a 26-day closure of the Northern line this autumn, while Network Rail car…

Health 3 days ago

Amber heat alerts issued for most of England from Tuesday

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued updated heat-health alerts (HHA) for all regions in England, warning that rising …

Emergency Services 3 days ago

Fire services urge summer safety as Southport temperatures approach 30°C

Fire and rescue services are asking families across Southport and the wider Liverpool City Region to talk to children and young pe…

Crime 3 days ago

Southport man charged after attempted car break-ins on Falkland Road

A man has been charged after several attempts were made to break into cars on Falkland Road in Southport.At around 1.20am on Frida…

Historic black door with fanlight above, flanked by white-framed windows in a brick building.

Politics 3 days ago

Andy Burnham announces plans to ban misleading discounts and subscription traps

The Prime Minister has announced that he will be rolling out a series of ‘everyday fixes’ to help people with the cost of living, …

Collection of disassembled archery and hunting gear laid out on a light sheet, with bows, grips, strings and accessories.

Crime 3 days ago

Five dogs and weapons seized during Ormskirk police warrant

Police seized a significant number of weapons and other prohibited items during a warrant at an address in Ormskirk on Saturday, A…

Group of people indoors posing for photo in office reception area.

Education 3 days ago

Sefton@Work retains top customer service rating with five new awards

Sefton Council’s free employment, training and recruitment service, Sefton@Work, has retained its full Customer Service Excellence…

Sport 4 days ago

Southport start National League North campaign with 3-1 defeat at Hebburn Town

Southport began their 2026-27 National League North campaign with a 3-1 defeat away to newly promoted Hebburn Town on Saturday, Au…

Motorcyclist riding on a suburban road with hedges, wearing a helmet and protective gear.

Crime 5 days ago

Police pursue road bike after it fails to stop in Burscough

Police officers pursued a road bike in Burscough after the rider failed to stop when asked on the evening of Monday, 3 August.The …

Healthcare worker in maroon scrubs standing beside a Siemens Somatom CT scanner in a medical facility.

Health 6 days ago

More than 8,000 complete lung health checks in Southport and Formby

More than 8,000 people in Southport and Formby area have completed a lung health check after being invited to take part in a scree…

Man in dark t-shirt and shorts walking along a sidewalk carrying a bag.

Crime 6 days ago

Man sought for questioning after Southport assault leaves victim with permanent sight damage

Detectives investigating reports of a serious assault in Southport have issued CCTV images of a man they would like to speak to.In…

Group of five adults standing in front of a construction site with a brick building under development.

Health 6 days ago

Ainsdale care and independent living complex to open in March 2027

A new short term care and independent living complex in Ainsdale is progressing at pace and will open within a year.Due to open in…

Community 6 Aug 2026

Southport and Thornton crematoriums offer direct cremation services

Bespoke, thoughtful and professional funeral support is available in Sefton at Southport Crematorium and Thornton Crematorium. Bot…

Transport 6 Aug 2026

Rail disruption affects North West services, including Liverpool Lime Street routes

Rail passengers across the North West face cancellations and delays affecting Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Northern, …

Old postcard-style beach scene with bold text reading Great British Summer Savings, blue background.

What's On 6 Aug 2026

Great British Summer Savings scheme cuts costs for Southport families

With rising costs making life's little treats harder to afford, the Government has introduced the Great British Summer Savings sch…

Swish & Stitch community clothes swap poster featuring a group of school students in uniform, with event details and how-it-works panels.

Community 6 Aug 2026

Free uniform and coat swap coming to Southport Market

Swish & Stitch, the community clothes shop is coming to Southport Market on Sunday 9th August for a uniform and coat swap.You can:…

Emergency services vehicle on a suburban street with a person near a car and a curved road

Emergency Services 6 Aug 2026

Vehicle fire extinguished on Southport Road in Scarisbrick

Firefighters were called to Southport Road in Scarisbrick this morning, Thursday 6 August, after a vehicle caught fire.The fire ap…

Three workers wearing safety goggles operate a large industrial machine in a bright workshop.

Education 5 Aug 2026

Sefton work experience programme supports 2,824 students

Sefton Council Leader Cllr Marion Atkinson has praised the success of Elevate Education Business Partnership's (EBP) work experien…

Aerial view of a large football stadium at dusk, red seating visible, surrounded by residential streets and cityscape.

Transport 5 Aug 2026

Bootle-to-Anfield shuttle bus to start for Liverpool home matches

A new trial shuttle bus service will run from Bootle to Anfield for Liverpool home matches from Sunday 9 August 2026.The first ser…

Solar eclipse with a bright crescent against a dark orange sky

Health 5 Aug 2026

How to watch the 2026 solar eclipse safely in Southport and Merseyside

A partial solar eclipse will be visible across the UK on Wednesday 12 August 2026, including Southport and the wider Liverpool Cit…

Historic town hall with clock tower, sandstone facade, arched colonnade and a circular fountain in foreground.

Culture 5 Aug 2026

The Atkinson scores 89% in national tourism agency assessment

The Atkinson in Southport has retained its “Very Good” rating after a mystery shopper visit by the national tourism agency, VISIT …

Health 4 Aug 2026

Nearly 90,000 receive first dose in NHS MenB campaign

Nearly 90,000 young people have received the first dose of a two-dose meningitis B vaccination campaign launched ahead of the new …

Yellow and blue rescue helicopter landed on grassy area near a promenade.

Emergency Services 4 Aug 2026

Four-year-old boy taken to hospital after car hits him on Southport Promenade

A four-year-old boy was taken to hospital after being hit by a car on Southport Promenade.Merseyside Police said officers were cal…

Environment 4 Aug 2026

July 2026 sets UK records for dryness and sunshine

Provisional Met Office figures show that July 2026 set records for rainfall, temperature and sunshine across parts of the UK.Engla…

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Southport FC host Buxton in first home game of 2026-27 season

Merseyrail passengers warned of 26-day Northern line closure in October

Amber heat alerts issued for most of England from Tuesday

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Five dogs and weapons seized during Ormskirk police warrant

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Police pursue road bike after it fails to stop in Burscough

More than 8,000 complete lung health checks in Southport and Formby

Man sought for questioning after Southport assault leaves victim with permanent sight damage

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Southport and Thornton crematoriums offer direct cremation services

Rail disruption affects North West services, including Liverpool Lime Street routes

Great British Summer Savings scheme cuts costs for Southport families

Free uniform and coat swap coming to Southport Market

Vehicle fire extinguished on Southport Road in Scarisbrick

Sefton work experience programme supports 2,824 students

Bootle-to-Anfield shuttle bus to start for Liverpool home matches

How to watch the 2026 solar eclipse safely in Southport and Merseyside

The Atkinson scores 89% in national tourism agency assessment

Nearly 90,000 receive first dose in NHS MenB campaign

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July 2026 sets UK records for dryness and sunshine