Politics 5 May 2023 Sefton Council leader 'appalled' at abuse of polling station staff over ID requirements Sefton Council Leader Ian Maher has thanked the hundreds of staff who have worked on yesterday's local elections. However, he said…
Sport 5 May 2023 Southport FC appoint new assistant manager. Video interview Southport FCare delighted to welcome Todd Blayney to the club as their new Assistant Manager. Todd is a young, enthusiastic and am…
Politics 5 May 2023 Sefton Council Election results 2023 The results of yesterday's Sefton Council Election have now been announced. As expected Labour are still in control of Sefton Coun…
Health 4 May 2023 Parents urged to check children's MMR vaccine records following rise in measles cases Data published today by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows there has been a rise in measles cases. Between 1 January and …
Health 4 May 2023 Two Air Ambulances land on Bedford Park in Southport after emergency in Shaws Rd - Videos Two North West Air Ambulances landed on Bedford park early this afternoon after a medical emergency in Shaws Road. Paramedics on t…
Crime 4 May 2023 Southport man jailed after setting fire to his girlfriends home Merseyside Police said Stephen Buckley started the blaze close to a "gas and electrical mains box" at the house in Newton-le-Willo…
Transport 4 May 2023 Southport passengers will be affected by railway closure from Saturday between Wigan and Bolton Rail passengers are being advised of a six-day railway closure between Wigan and Bolton from this Saturday while work continues on…
Crime 4 May 2023 13-year-old Shanay Gallagher is missing from home in Southport Police are appealing for the public’s help to find 13-year-old Shanay Gallagher who is missing from her home in Southport. Shanay …
Crime 3 May 2023 Massive cannabis farm discovered on Merseyside South Sefton Community Officers have located cannabis cultivating at a property in Bootle. A male who is currently on licence was …
Emergency Services 3 May 2023 Three car RTC Cambridge Road Southport The emergency services were called to Cambridge Road in Southport this afternoon after three cars collided at the traffic lights. …
Health 3 May 2023 NHS reminds public of best options for accessing care during Coronation Bank Holiday and Eurovision Ahead of the Coronation Bank Holiday and Eurovision celebrations health bosses have been reminding people to check they have enoug…
Health 3 May 2023 Long waits at Southport Hospital A&E today Southport Hospital have Tweeted in the last hour... Our A&E departments are extremely busy. You will have a very long wait if your…
Transport 3 May 2023 Trains returning to normal after disruption on the Southport line Cancellations to services to Southport Due to power supply problems between Bootle New Strand and Southport the Southport and Hunt…
Politics 3 May 2023 Earn Over £200 in a Day: Apply Now for Poll Clerk Job for Sefton Borough Elections Electoral Services have Poll Clerk positions available in various polling stations across the borough TOMORROW. May 4th, 2023 Elec…
Politics 3 May 2023 Merseyside's Police Commissioner invites diverse community members to join Scrutiny Panel Merseyside’s Police Commissioner has appointed four independent members to sit on her Scrutiny Panel examining how the Chief Const…
Transport 3 May 2023 Merseyrail's secret to hassle-free Eurovision travel: Extended late night trains Merseyrail have announced special Eurovision timetable arrangements, including late night trains for The National Lottery’s Big Eu…
Council 2 May 2023 Labour Councillor blames others for the demise of Southport Pier Cllr Atkinson said: "Southport Pier is a treasured asset not just for Southport but the UK. Over the last 10 years, significant in…
Business 2 May 2023 Southport's Pleasureland, Big Wheel, Viking Adventure Golf, and Lakeside Miniature Railway team up with Zeus PR Four of Southport’s biggest attractions have appointed a new PR agency, following a competitive pitch. Zeus PR will be working on …
Emergency Services 2 May 2023 Southport Rescue along with Coastguard and Police Air Service in search for vulnerable person Holyhead Coastguard tasked our ATVs to help Merseyside Police and Southport Coastguard in the search for a vulnerable missing pers…
Emergency Services 2 May 2023 Car smashes into derelict property as two cars collide on Scarisbrick New Road in Southport. Two cars collided on Scarisbrick New Road in Southport this afternoon at the junction with Chambres Road.The road was closed for a…
Environment 2 May 2023 Beware of Criminals Offering Rubbish Removal Services for Cash: Fly-tipping Could Cost You £400 Fine If you get someone to take away your rubbish for you, make sure they are not going to dump or fly-tip it. Because if they do, the …
Community 2 May 2023 Coroner’s Office Seeks Help to Trace Next-of-Kin of Deceased Southport Man The Coroner’s Office is appealing for help in tracing the next-of-kin of a man from Southport. John Michael, 74, sadly passed away…
Education 2 May 2023 Striking Teachers protest outside The Atkinson in Southport Teachers in Southport and the rest of the Country are striking today in a dispute over pay. Tuesday’s strike is the latest in a se…
Politics 2 May 2023 Dire council funding situation being lost in "mudslide of misinformation" warning Southport residents are being subjected to a "mudslide of misinformation" which is in danger of engulfing the political process lo…
Politics 2 May 2023 Southport Pier - Conservatives in Sefton won’t allow our heritage to be neglected Following reports in local media concerning Southport Pier, Conservative Group Leader, Mike Prendergast has spoken about his party…
Environment 1 May 2023 Sefton and West Lancs Chimney Sweep Cheers Ban on Housecoal Sale A Sefton and West Lancs chimney sweep has welcomed a ban on the sale of housecoal which comes into force today (May 1). Peter Bret…
Other 2 May 2023 MasterChef stars John Torode MBE and Lisa Faulkner will head to Southport Flower Show this summer. Celebrity chef couple to cook up a storm at this year’s show! MasterChef stars John Torode MBE and Lisa Faulkner will head to Sout…
Transport 1 May 2023 Tanker smashes into rear end of car at Portland Street and Cemetery Road Traffic lights in Southport The driver of a large tanker believed to be transporting milk to Bates Dairy has lost control of his vehicle and smashed into the …
Emergency Services 30 Apr 2023 Coastguard called to rescue persons stuck in mud north of Southport Pier Report of a juvenile stuck in the mud north of the pier. Our flank teams from HM Coastguard Crosby and HM Coastguard Lytham were a…
Community 30 Apr 2023 Join Hillside Hoppers for a walk through Birkdale Nature Reserve to support Dogs for Good Hillside Hoppers wish to invite you to walk with us in support of Dogs for Good on Sunday the 7th May@11 from The Grasshopper Sand…
Crime 30 Apr 2023 Tragic Accident on M62 Leaves One Dead and Two Flee the Scene: Help Cheshire Police Find the Culprits Officers from Cheshire police are appealing for witnesses and video footage following a fatal collision on the M62 near Warrington…
Emergency Services 29 Apr 2023 Police extremely concerned for missing man This is John Walker. He is currently missing from home and we’re really concerned for his welfare, so are now asking the public fo…
Sport 29 Apr 2023 Southport defeated for the eighth match in a row but avoid relegation Southport were defeated 2-1 at already relegated Leamington this afternoon. With other results going their way they have avoided r…
Community 29 Apr 2023 Local Hero Wins Pride of Sefton Award: Kath Wilson recognised for her contributions to Southport's Offshore Rescue Trust. Southport Lifeboat commented... A huge congratulations to our very own Kath Wilson, who last night was crowned the winner of the 2…
Emergency Services 29 Apr 2023 Land Rover smashes into green cabinet at Kew Roundabout in Southport The driver of a Land Rover lost control of their vehicle at the Kew Roundabout this morning (29th April) and ended up smashing int…
Emergency Services 29 Apr 2023 Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service welcomes 18 new firefighters to the organisation Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service (MFRS) has welcomed its latest firefighters to the organisation at the Pass Out celebration of co…
Health 29 Apr 2023 Lack of NHS dentistry in Sefton forcing children to pay for private treatment, says councillor Three Year Olds Told to Sign On as Private Patients Following this week's debate in parliament over the state of NHS dentistry (1)…
Other 28 Apr 2023 Damien Moore MP welcomes £301 payments for vulnerable households in Southport Damien Moore MP welcomes the Conservative Government’s extended Cost of Living Payments worth £900 for vulnerable families in Sout…
Crime 28 Apr 2023 Tougher penalties in place for those intentionally inflicting misery on the public Under new legislation introduced today (28 April 2023), police will be empowered to intervene against highly disruptive slow march…
Health 28 Apr 2023 Woodlands Animal Sanctuary desperately needs your help to pay off unexpected vet bills Woodlands Animal Sanctuary are appealing for your help! We all know what it’s like to have bills hanging over us. Woodlands Animal…
Community 28 Apr 2023 Southport’s most famous Italian restaurant will now play home to a memorial for a popular resort musician. Southport’s most famous Italian restaurant willnow play home to a memorial for a popular resort musician. Diners at Volare Restaur…
