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Crosby’s Shoplifting Twins Jailed After Plaguing Village Stores in Crime Spree

Crosby’s Shoplifting Twins Jailed After Plaguing Village Stores in Crime Spree

Crosby’s Shoplifting Twins Jailed After Plaguing Village Stores in Crime Spree

Iconic Crosby pub The George reopens today after major transformation

Iconic Crosby pub The George reopens today after major transformation

Iconic Crosby pub The George reopens today after major transformation

St. Mary’s College Students Praised for Outstanding GCSE Achievements

St. Mary’s College Students Praised for Outstanding GCSE Achievements

St. Mary’s College Students Praised for Outstanding GCSE Achievements

SOUTHPORT POSTS

Southport Skies Are About to Come Alive – Everything You Need to Know About the Huge 2026 Air Show

Southport Skies Are About to Come Alive – Everything You Need to Know About the Huge 2026 Air Show

Southport Skies Are About to Come Alive – Everything You Need to Know About the Huge 2026 Air Show

Spectacular Solar Eclipse Will Be Visible Across Sefton on Wednesday – Here’s Exactly When to Watch

Spectacular Solar Eclipse Will Be Visible Across Sefton on Wednesday – Here’s Exactly When to Watch

Spectacular Solar Eclipse Will Be Visible Across Sefton on Wednesday – Here’s Exactly When to Watch

CCTV Appeal After Man Suffers Life-Changing Injuries Following Reported Serious Assault in Southport

CCTV Appeal After Man Suffers Life-Changing Injuries Following Reported Serious Assault in Southport

CCTV Appeal After Man Suffers Life-Changing Injuries Following Reported Serious Assault in Southport

Southport to Pause and Remember on the Second Anniversary of the July 29 Tragedy

Southport to Pause and Remember on the Second Anniversary of the July 29 Tragedy

Southport to Pause and Remember on the Second Anniversary of the July 29 Tragedy

⚠️ Extreme Heat Warning for Sefton – Temperatures Set to Reach 31°C Today

⚠️ Extreme Heat Warning for Sefton – Temperatures Set to Reach 31°C Today

⚠️ Extreme Heat Warning for Sefton – Temperatures Set to Reach 31°C Today

Work at The Open - Royal Birkdale Recruiting Staff for Golf’s Biggest Event

Work at The Open - Royal Birkdale Recruiting Staff for Golf’s Biggest Event

Work at The Open - Royal Birkdale Recruiting Staff for Golf’s Biggest Event

17 Charged and 10 More Arrested as Police Launch Major Crime Crackdown Across Sefton

17 Charged and 10 More Arrested as Police Launch Major Crime Crackdown Across Sefton

17 Charged and 10 More Arrested as Police Launch Major Crime Crackdown Across Sefton

No More TikTok, Snapchat or Instagram? Government Announces Social Media Ban for Under 16’s

No More TikTok, Snapchat or Instagram? Government Announces Social Media Ban for Under 16’s

No More TikTok, Snapchat or Instagram? Government Announces Social Media Ban for Under 16’s

Repeat Offender Banned From Eight Stores Across Sefton Following Theft Offences

Repeat Offender Banned From Eight Stores Across Sefton Following Theft Offences

Repeat Offender Banned From Eight Stores Across Sefton Following Theft Offences

Southport man banned from pier for five years after admitting three arson attacks

Southport man banned from pier for five years after admitting three arson attacks

Southport man banned from pier for five years after admitting three arson attacks

Southport Rescue Volunteers Hailed Hero’s After Saving Child’s Life

Southport Rescue Volunteers Hailed Hero’s After Saving Child’s Life

Southport Rescue Volunteers Hailed Hero’s After Saving Child’s Life

Coastal Road Closure for Southport Triathlon

Coastal Road Closure for Southport Triathlon

Coastal Road Closure for Southport Triathlon

Dog Ban Returns to Sefton Beaches This Weekend With Fines of Up to £1000 for Rule Breakers

Dog Ban Returns to Sefton Beaches This Weekend With Fines of Up to £1000 for Rule Breakers

Dog Ban Returns to Sefton Beaches This Weekend With Fines of Up to £1000 for Rule Breakers

Everything You Need To Know About The Sefton Council Elections Taking Place This May

Everything You Need To Know About The Sefton Council Elections Taking Place This May

Everything You Need To Know About The Sefton Council Elections Taking Place This May

Kinder Surprise drugs haul found in Southport hotel raid

Kinder Surprise drugs haul found in Southport hotel raid

Kinder Surprise drugs haul found in Southport hotel raid

Armed Police Respond After Dog Attack in Hillside

Armed Police Respond After Dog Attack in Hillside

Armed Police Respond After Dog Attack in Hillside

Lifeguard patrols return across Sefton coast for Easter holidays

Lifeguard patrols return across Sefton coast for Easter holidays

Lifeguard patrols return across Sefton coast for Easter holidays

Planning Applications for Sefton in March 2026

Planning Applications for Sefton in March 2026

Planning Applications for Sefton in March 2026

⚠️ Sefton coast warning as huge midday Spring tides set to wipe out beaches this weekend

⚠️ Sefton coast warning as huge midday Spring tides set to wipe out beaches this weekend

⚠️ Sefton coast warning as huge midday Spring tides set to wipe out beaches this weekend

It’s Official… £20 Million Secured to Bring Southport Pier Back to Life and Work Is About to Begin!

It’s Official… £20 Million Secured to Bring Southport Pier Back to Life and Work Is About to Begin!

It’s Official… £20 Million Secured to Bring Southport Pier Back to Life and Work Is About to Begin!

Queenscourt Hospice Launches Emergency Appeal as £2 Million Deficit Threatens Services

Queenscourt Hospice Launches Emergency Appeal as £2 Million Deficit Threatens Services

Queenscourt Hospice Launches Emergency Appeal as £2 Million Deficit Threatens Services

Children’s A and E Services to Move to Southport Hospital Under New NHS Plan

Children’s A and E Services to Move to Southport Hospital Under New NHS Plan

Children’s A and E Services to Move to Southport Hospital Under New NHS Plan

Southport Hero Saves Grandad’s Life in Car Park After Spotting Something Terribly Wrong

Southport Hero Saves Grandad’s Life in Car Park After Spotting Something Terribly Wrong

Southport Hero Saves Grandad’s Life in Car Park After Spotting Something Terribly Wrong

⚠️ Severe Wind and Rain Expected Today with Yellow Weather Warning in Place across Sefton

⚠️ Severe Wind and Rain Expected Today with Yellow Weather Warning in Place across Sefton

⚠️ Severe Wind and Rain Expected Today with Yellow Weather Warning in Place across Sefton

The Nominations are now Open for BBC Radio Merseyside Make A Difference Awards 2026

The Nominations are now Open for BBC Radio Merseyside Make A Difference Awards 2026

The Nominations are now Open for BBC Radio Merseyside Make A Difference Awards 2026

Birthday Card Appeal Launched for 100 Year Old Former Royal Marine, Stan

Birthday Card Appeal Launched for 100 Year Old Former Royal Marine, Stan

Birthday Card Appeal Launched for 100 Year Old Former Royal Marine, Stan

Southport Set to Shine as Lightport 2026 Transforms Lord Street into a Spectacular Trail of Light

Southport Set to Shine as Lightport 2026 Transforms Lord Street into a Spectacular Trail of Light

Southport Set to Shine as Lightport 2026 Transforms Lord Street into a Spectacular Trail of Light

Good Morning on Friday 13th February. An unsettled end to the week with more rain in Sefton

Good Morning on Friday 13th February. An unsettled end to the week with more rain in Sefton

Good Morning on Friday 13th February. An unsettled end to the week with more rain in Sefton

Police appeal for witnesses of serious road collision in Southport on Monday 2nd February

Police appeal for witnesses of serious road collision in Southport on Monday 2nd February

Police appeal for witnesses of serious road collision in Southport on Monday 2nd February

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week: Sefton Urged to Take Up Life-Saving Screenings

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week: Sefton Urged to Take Up Life-Saving Screenings

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week: Sefton Urged to Take Up Life-Saving Screenings

SOUTHPORT FEATURED POSTS

Spectacular Solar Eclipse Will Be Visible Across Sefton on Wednesday – Here’s Exactly When to Watch

Spectacular Solar Eclipse Will Be Visible Across Sefton on Wednesday – Here’s Exactly When to Watch

Spectacular Solar Eclipse Will Be Visible Across Sefton on Wednesday – Here’s Exactly When to Watch

Sefton Bubble

Aug 83 min read

CCTV Appeal After Man Suffers Life-Changing Injuries Following Reported Serious Assault in Southport

CCTV Appeal After Man Suffers Life-Changing Injuries Following Reported Serious Assault in Southport

CCTV Appeal After Man Suffers Life-Changing Injuries Following Reported Serious Assault in Southport

Sefton Bubble

Aug 72 min read

Southport to Pause and Remember on the Second Anniversary of the July 29 Tragedy

Southport to Pause and Remember on the Second Anniversary of the July 29 Tragedy

Southport to Pause and Remember on the Second Anniversary of the July 29 Tragedy

Sefton Bubble

Jul 232 min read

⚠️ Extreme Heat Warning for Sefton – Temperatures Set to Reach 31°C Today

⚠️ Extreme Heat Warning for Sefton – Temperatures Set to Reach 31°C Today

⚠️ Extreme Heat Warning for Sefton – Temperatures Set to Reach 31°C Today

Sefton Bubble

Jun 252 min read

17 Charged and 10 More Arrested as Police Launch Major Crime Crackdown Across Sefton

17 Charged and 10 More Arrested as Police Launch Major Crime Crackdown Across Sefton

17 Charged and 10 More Arrested as Police Launch Major Crime Crackdown Across Sefton

Sefton Bubble

Jun 192 min read

Repeat Offender Banned From Eight Stores Across Sefton Following Theft Offences

Repeat Offender Banned From Eight Stores Across Sefton Following Theft Offences

Repeat Offender Banned From Eight Stores Across Sefton Following Theft Offences

Sefton Bubble

Jun 101 min read

Southport man banned from pier for five years after admitting three arson attacks

Southport man banned from pier for five years after admitting three arson attacks

Southport man banned from pier for five years after admitting three arson attacks

Sefton Bubble

Jun 82 min read

Southport Rescue Volunteers Hailed Hero’s After Saving Child’s Life

Southport Rescue Volunteers Hailed Hero’s After Saving Child’s Life

Southport Rescue Volunteers Hailed Hero’s After Saving Child’s Life

Sefton Bubble

Jun 11 min read

Everything You Need To Know About The Sefton Council Elections Taking Place This May

Everything You Need To Know About The Sefton Council Elections Taking Place This May

Everything You Need To Know About The Sefton Council Elections Taking Place This May

Sefton Bubble

Apr 293 min read

Kinder Surprise drugs haul found in Southport hotel raid

Kinder Surprise drugs haul found in Southport hotel raid

Kinder Surprise drugs haul found in Southport hotel raid

Sefton Bubble

Apr 202 min read

Armed Police Respond After Dog Attack in Hillside

Armed Police Respond After Dog Attack in Hillside

Armed Police Respond After Dog Attack in Hillside

Sefton Bubble

Apr 71 min read

Lifeguard patrols return across Sefton coast for Easter holidays

Lifeguard patrols return across Sefton coast for Easter holidays

Lifeguard patrols return across Sefton coast for Easter holidays

Sefton Bubble

Mar 301 min read

It’s Official… £20 Million Secured to Bring Southport Pier Back to Life and Work Is About to Begin!

It’s Official… £20 Million Secured to Bring Southport Pier Back to Life and Work Is About to Begin!

It’s Official… £20 Million Secured to Bring Southport Pier Back to Life and Work Is About to Begin!

Sefton Bubble

Mar 202 min read

Children’s A and E Services to Move to Southport Hospital Under New NHS Plan

Children’s A and E Services to Move to Southport Hospital Under New NHS Plan

Children’s A and E Services to Move to Southport Hospital Under New NHS Plan

Sefton Bubble

Mar 132 min read

Southport Hero Saves Grandad’s Life in Car Park After Spotting Something Terribly Wrong

Southport Hero Saves Grandad’s Life in Car Park After Spotting Something Terribly Wrong

Southport Hero Saves Grandad’s Life in Car Park After Spotting Something Terribly Wrong

Sefton Bubble

Mar 124 min read

⚠️ Severe Wind and Rain Expected Today with Yellow Weather Warning in Place across Sefton

⚠️ Severe Wind and Rain Expected Today with Yellow Weather Warning in Place across Sefton

⚠️ Severe Wind and Rain Expected Today with Yellow Weather Warning in Place across Sefton

Sefton Bubble

Mar 122 min read

Police appeal for witnesses of serious road collision in Southport on Monday 2nd February

Police appeal for witnesses of serious road collision in Southport on Monday 2nd February

Police appeal for witnesses of serious road collision in Southport on Monday 2nd February

Sefton Bubble

Feb 101 min read

Merseyside Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision on Lulworth Road in Southport

Merseyside Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision on Lulworth Road in Southport

Merseyside Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision on Lulworth Road in Southport

Sefton Bubble

Jan 221 min read

Two Sefton Males Charged After Armed Burglary in Birkenhead

Two Sefton Males Charged After Armed Burglary in Birkenhead

Two Sefton Males Charged After Armed Burglary in Birkenhead

Sefton Bubble

Jan 32 min read

Sefton Supermarkets and convenience stores opening times over Christmas 2025 and New Year

Sefton Supermarkets and convenience stores opening times over Christmas 2025 and New Year

Sefton Supermarkets and convenience stores opening times over Christmas 2025 and New Year

Sefton Bubble

Dec 20, 202518 min read

Six dispersal zones are in place in Sefton so everyone stays safe during the Halloween period

Six dispersal zones are in place in Sefton so everyone stays safe during the Halloween period

Six dispersal zones are in place in Sefton so everyone stays safe during the Halloween period

Sefton Bubble

Oct 30, 20252 min read

Merseyside Police has introduced a section 60 today for the ‘Unite the Kingdom’ march in Southport

Merseyside Police has introduced a section 60 today for the ‘Unite the Kingdom’ march in Southport

Merseyside Police has introduced a section 60 today for the ‘Unite the Kingdom’ march in Southport

Sefton Bubble

Oct 26, 20252 min read

An extra hour in bed on Sunday morning as the clocks go back to mark the end of British Summer Time

An extra hour in bed on Sunday morning as the clocks go back to mark the end of British Summer Time

An extra hour in bed on Sunday morning as the clocks go back to mark the end of British Summer Time

Sefton Bubble

Oct 24, 20252 min read

A Royal Day of Comfort as Prince and Princess of Wales Visit Southport School

A Royal Day of Comfort as Prince and Princess of Wales Visit Southport School

A Royal Day of Comfort as Prince and Princess of Wales Visit Southport School

Sefton Bubble

Sep 23, 20251 min read

Unanimous support of motions calling for the return of Children’s A&E to Southport Hospital

Unanimous support of motions calling for the return of Children’s A&E to Southport Hospital

Unanimous support of motions calling for the return of Children’s A&E to Southport Hospital

Sefton Bubble

Sep 12, 20252 min read

Major Police Incident – Coastal Road, Southport

Major Police Incident – Coastal Road, Southport

Major Police Incident – Coastal Road, Southport

Sefton Bubble

Sep 11, 20251 min read

Southport Pier Struck by Lorry Just Days After Fire

Southport Pier Struck by Lorry Just Days After Fire

Southport Pier Struck by Lorry Just Days After Fire

Sefton Bubble

Sep 5, 20252 min read

Man jailed for multiple shoplifting offences in shops across Sefton

Man jailed for multiple shoplifting offences in shops across Sefton

Man jailed for multiple shoplifting offences in shops across Sefton

Sefton Bubble

Aug 30, 20252 min read

Debate Sparks Over Proposed Padel Centre in Coronation Park

Debate Sparks Over Proposed Padel Centre in Coronation Park

Debate Sparks Over Proposed Padel Centre in Coronation Park

Sefton Bubble

Aug 28, 20252 min read

Southport Air Show 2025 – The Final Countdown! Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st August 2025 - Southport Seafront

Southport Air Show 2025 – The Final Countdown! Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st August 2025 - Southport Seafront

Southport Air Show 2025 – The Final Countdown! Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st August 2025 - Southport Seafront

Sefton Bubble

Aug 23, 20253 min read

SOUTHPORT WHATS ON

Southport Skies Are About to Come Alive – Everything You Need to Know About the Huge 2026 Air Show

Southport Skies Are About to Come Alive – Everything You Need to Know About the Huge 2026 Air Show

Southport Skies Are About to Come Alive – Everything You Need to Know About the Huge 2026 Air Show

Look up at 10:30am as iconic Spitfire, possibly joined by Hawk jets, soars over Sefton coast today

Look up at 10:30am as iconic Spitfire, possibly joined by Hawk jets, soars over Sefton coast today

Look up at 10:30am as iconic Spitfire, possibly joined by Hawk jets, soars over Sefton coast today

Southport Set to Shine as Lightport 2026 Transforms Lord Street into a Spectacular Trail of Light

Southport Set to Shine as Lightport 2026 Transforms Lord Street into a Spectacular Trail of Light

Southport Set to Shine as Lightport 2026 Transforms Lord Street into a Spectacular Trail of Light

Weekend Crisis Support Available in Sefton – You’re Not Alone 💙

Weekend Crisis Support Available in Sefton – You’re Not Alone 💙

Weekend Crisis Support Available in Sefton – You’re Not Alone 💙

Local Bonfire and Fireworks displays across Sefton

Local Bonfire and Fireworks displays across Sefton

Local Bonfire and Fireworks displays across Sefton

Southport Air Show 2025 – The Final Countdown! Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st August 2025 - Southport Seafront

Southport Air Show 2025 – The Final Countdown! Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st August 2025 - Southport Seafront

Southport Air Show 2025 – The Final Countdown! Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st August 2025 - Southport Seafront

What’s On in Sefton This August? An Unmissable Month of Events!

What’s On in Sefton This August? An Unmissable Month of Events!

What’s On in Sefton This August? An Unmissable Month of Events!

Park Nights are back this Summer with FREE Sports & Activities for Young People across Sefton

Park Nights are back this Summer with FREE Sports & Activities for Young People across Sefton

Park Nights are back this Summer with FREE Sports & Activities for Young People across Sefton

Southport to Host its First Ever Drone Light Show at the 2025 British Musical Fireworks Championship!

Southport to Host its First Ever Drone Light Show at the 2025 British Musical Fireworks Championship!

Southport to Host its First Ever Drone Light Show at the 2025 British Musical Fireworks Championship!

Botanic Gardens 150th Anniversary Fun Day – A Special Celebration in Southport!

Botanic Gardens 150th Anniversary Fun Day – A Special Celebration in Southport!

Botanic Gardens 150th Anniversary Fun Day – A Special Celebration in Southport!

A Weekend to Savour: Southport Food and Drink Festival – Free Entry!

A Weekend to Savour: Southport Food and Drink Festival – Free Entry!

A Weekend to Savour: Southport Food and Drink Festival – Free Entry!

The fabulous Southport Airshow returns this weekend with The Red Arrows on both days!

The fabulous Southport Airshow returns this weekend with The Red Arrows on both days!

The fabulous Southport Airshow returns this weekend with The Red Arrows on both days!

Open Day at Southport Lifeboat Station on Saturday 28th October from 10am to 4pm and meet the crew!

Open Day at Southport Lifeboat Station on Saturday 28th October from 10am to 4pm and meet the crew!

Open Day at Southport Lifeboat Station on Saturday 28th October from 10am to 4pm and meet the crew!

Bonfire and Firework Displays across Sefton 2023

Bonfire and Firework Displays across Sefton 2023

Bonfire and Firework Displays across Sefton 2023

Beautiful weather for the Southport Food and Drink Festival on this weekend

Beautiful weather for the Southport Food and Drink Festival on this weekend

Beautiful weather for the Southport Food and Drink Festival on this weekend

The Grand, Southport has Christmas all wrapped up for a Festive Afternoon Tea or Gala Dinner nights

The Grand, Southport has Christmas all wrapped up for a Festive Afternoon Tea or Gala Dinner nights

The Grand, Southport has Christmas all wrapped up for a Festive Afternoon Tea or Gala Dinner nights

Actress Patsy Kensit to star in this years Christmas Pantomime, Aladdin at The Atkinson, Southport

Actress Patsy Kensit to star in this years Christmas Pantomime, Aladdin at The Atkinson, Southport

Actress Patsy Kensit to star in this years Christmas Pantomime, Aladdin at The Atkinson, Southport

Fancy a night of Maritime songs and Sea Shanties in Southport - Everyone welcome

Fancy a night of Maritime songs and Sea Shanties in Southport - Everyone welcome

Fancy a night of Maritime songs and Sea Shanties in Southport - Everyone welcome

Summer activities for all the family in libraries across Sefton and Free writing courses for 9 -11’s

Summer activities for all the family in libraries across Sefton and Free writing courses for 9 -11’s

Summer activities for all the family in libraries across Sefton and Free writing courses for 9 -11’s

Enjoy a boat ride around the Albert Dock cruising around 7 Docks and under 5 Bridges with The Queen

Enjoy a boat ride around the Albert Dock cruising around 7 Docks and under 5 Bridges with The Queen

Enjoy a boat ride around the Albert Dock cruising around 7 Docks and under 5 Bridges with The Queen

The spectacular Southport Air Show, the Food & Drink Festival and Musical Fireworks are back in 2022

The spectacular Southport Air Show, the Food & Drink Festival and Musical Fireworks are back in 2022

The spectacular Southport Air Show, the Food & Drink Festival and Musical Fireworks are back in 2022

A hidden gem in Sefton that is Action Packed for your Family and also Halloween Scare Experience

A hidden gem in Sefton that is Action Packed for your Family and also Halloween Scare Experience

A hidden gem in Sefton that is Action Packed for your Family and also Halloween Scare Experience

Tomorrow, Friday 28th February, Liverpool will be welcoming the arrival of the ‘𝐇𝐌𝐒 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐖𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐒’

Tomorrow, Friday 28th February, Liverpool will be welcoming the arrival of the ‘𝐇𝐌𝐒 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐖𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐒’

Tomorrow, Friday 28th February, Liverpool will be welcoming the arrival of the ‘𝐇𝐌𝐒 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐖𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐒’

Mad Dog 10k CANCELLED due to Storm Ciara

Mad Dog 10k CANCELLED due to Storm Ciara

Mad Dog 10k CANCELLED due to Storm Ciara

Christmas Light Switch On's across Sefton - Everything you need to know!

Christmas Light Switch On's across Sefton - Everything you need to know!

Christmas Light Switch On's across Sefton - Everything you need to know!

Free Merseyrail travel in Sefton for military personnel on Remembrance Day - Full list of services

Free Merseyrail travel in Sefton for military personnel on Remembrance Day - Full list of services

Free Merseyrail travel in Sefton for military personnel on Remembrance Day - Full list of services

Remembrance Day Services will take place across Sefton next week

Remembrance Day Services will take place across Sefton next week

Remembrance Day Services will take place across Sefton next week

Fireworks Displays TONIGHT-
Friday 1st November

Fireworks Displays TONIGHT-
Friday 1st November

Fireworks Displays TONIGHT- Friday 1st November

Bonfire and Firework Displays across Sefton 2019

Bonfire and Firework Displays across Sefton 2019

Bonfire and Firework Displays across Sefton 2019

Dance at The Dunes for Freshfields Animal Rescue

Dance at The Dunes for Freshfields Animal Rescue

Dance at The Dunes for Freshfields Animal Rescue

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