SEFTON BUBBLE

A fantastic opportunity to purchase a brand new marquee hire package, ideal for anyone looking to start a small marquee hire business or add to an existing events setup. This is a full turnkey package and represents excellent value for money. Marquee Included: • Brand new 6m x 4m marquee • Three windows in each side panel providing plenty of natural light • Suitable for parties, events, celebrations and outdoor functions Right Side Panel Left Side Panel Flooring & Interior: •

Greenbank High School reassured parents and carers today, Friday 23rd January after responding to a suspected hoax email received by the school. As a precautionary measure, pupils and staff at Greenbank High School were asked to remain in their classrooms shortly after midday while Merseyside Police attended the site to carry out checks. The school immediately implemented its shelter mode procedures, which allowed lessons to continue as normal while additional safety measures

A man has been banned from entering a number of shops in Southport after he was handed a five-year Criminal Behaviour Order for theft. Diarmuid McCarthy, 54, of no fixed abode, was handed the CBO at Liverpool Magistrate’s Court yesterday (Wednesday 21 January) after he was convicted of stealing items from Sainsbury’s. The order prohibits him from entering Sainsbury’s on Lord Street, B&M on both Lord Street and Tulketh Street, Marks & Spencer on Chapel Street, TG Jones on Chap

Crosby Bubble has been contacted by a local postal worker who has asked to remain anonymous, regarding ongoing letter delivery delays being experienced by residents. According to the worker, Royal Mail staff are currently operating under internal working restrictions which are prioritising tracked parcel deliveries over standard letter rounds. This means that in some cases, letter deliveries may be delayed if completing them would impact tracked deliveries or extend beyond sc

Simon Coombes The family of a Southport man who tragically lost his life following a road traffic collision on Christmas Eve have issued a heartfelt tribute. Emergency services were called at around 5.30am on Tuesday 24 December following reports of a serious collision on Marine Drive, between the junctions of Marshside Road and Hesketh Road. The incident involved a black Mini Cooper and a pedestrian, 55-year-old Simon Coombes. Despite the best efforts of emergency crews, Sim

A much-loved Crosby community group was proudly featured on BBC Breakfast this morning, Monday 5th January, celebrating the inspiring work of the Crosby Wombles — and shining a national spotlight on a group that quietly makes a huge difference across Sefton. The Crosby Wombles are a friendly, welcoming group of like-minded people who are united by one simple goal: to keep the area they live in clean, cared for and litter-free. But their work goes far beyond litter picking — t

If your house is still feeling festive and you’re wondering whether it’s “too late” to take the decorations down — you’re not alone. Traditionally, decorations are taken down on Twelfth Night, 5 January, which marks the end of the Twelve Days of Christmas and is the eve of Epiphany. Epiphany itself is on 6 January. Epiphany is a Christian feast day that celebrates either the visit of the Three Wise Men to baby Jesus or, in some traditions, Jesus’ baptism. Many people believe

Sefton Bubble has taken a look at the latest SATs results and Ofsted inspection reports to bring families across the borough a clear, honest picture of how our local schools are performing. With children’s education being one of the most important parts of family life, we know parents want simple, trustworthy information about the schools in their area. So here’s what the latest data tells us. 🌟 Sefton’s Highest Performing Primary Schools (KS2 Results 2025) These results are

Merseyrail has released its timetable changes for the festive period, including earlier finishes on some days and the return of the special Boxing Day service. Whether it is for last minute shopping, a night out or a day at the races, trains will be running every day over the festive period, except for Christmas Day. During the festive period there will be changes to our timetables, with some services finishing earlier than usual on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Also our

Residents across Sefton are being reminded that bin collections will change over the Christmas and New Year period, with revised dates in place from Monday 22nd December 2025 through to Friday 2nd January 2026. Like last year, Sefton Council’s waste teams will be prioritising grey bin and refuse sack collections, and rounds will begin earlier than usual. Please make sure bins are placed out the night before collection is due. Grey Bin / Refuse Sack Collections – Revised Dates

Sefton Bubble has been informed of a deeply concerning incident that took place on a Merseyrail train travelling through our area, and British Transport Police are urgently appealing for witnesses. On Friday 7th November, during the 5.50pm service from Formby to Liverpool Central, a woman was targeted by a male passenger who allegedly attempted to set her hair on fire several times. The man is believed to have boarded the train at Waterloo, sitting directly behind the victim.

Teaching Opportunity in Crosby! We’re starting an after‑school LEGO STEM club for ages 6–11 (launching Jan 2026). ✨ Paid role, flexible evenings, demo session in next week on December. 👩‍🏫 Looking for teachers/trainers with classroom experience, enthusiasm, and a passion for STEM. 📩 Apply now – send CV to: 📧 northwestliverpool@young-engineers.co.uk 📞 +447712 854368