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At approximately 10.00am yesterday a German Shepherd and a Terrier type dog escaped from their owner and managed to get into a field at the end of Old Hollow Lane (Marsh Lane) Banks.

Unfortunately the field had Tupping Sheep in it. Three of these sheep were killed by the dogs and a further...

3 Sheep Dead,7 Put To Sleep and 2 Dogs Shot (Graphic Images) News

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Posted on 22/05/2012

Silcock’s Flavours Ice Cream 'Diamond Jubilee Ice Cream Giveaway!'

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Posted on 22/05/2012

Rush hour traffic was brought almost to a standstill as contractors started to install new traffic signals at the junction of the A565/A59 Tarleton Lights this morning.

Tarleton Lights Chaos News

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Posted on 22/05/2012

Detectives are investigating a break-in at a house on Stamford Road that happened in the early hours of Sunday, April 15 between 1.20am and 4.50am.

The 83-year-old victim was woken up by a noise downstairs. When he investigated he found that his kitchen door had been forced and a...

Witness Appeal After Burglary In Stamford Road Birkdale News

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Posted on 02/05/2012

Geoffrey Roland Hazeldon "Little Geoff" 16-06-39 to 30-04-12

Peacefully went to sleep whilst in hospital. He will be a great loss to his family and friends and will be sadly missed by all that knew him.

Funeral service will be held at Southport Crematorium on Wednesday 9th at 2.00pm.Then...

R.I.P. Geoffrey Roland Hazeldon "Little Geoff"

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Posted on 01/05/2012

Merseyside Police Authority is holding a meeting for members of the public to attend and speak about policing issues in the Southport North East neighbourhood.

The meeting, which will be chaired by Val Davies, independent member of Merseyside Police Authority, will be held on Tuesday, May 15th...

Police Authority meeting News

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Posted on 01/05/2012

Statement from the Chairman of Governors:

"Following the OFSTED inspection in December 2011 that led to the school being placed into special measures, Gary Loveridge, our Headteacher, has decided to step down from his post. This decision is effective immediately. We wish to record our grateful...

Birkdale High School Head Teacher Gary Loveridge Resigns News

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Posted on 01/05/2012

The North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) has been given a glowing report by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) following a routine inspection. The CQC is the independent regulator of all health and social care services in England and is tasked to ensure that NHS trusts and other care ...

NWAS given clean bill of health by CQC News

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Posted on 01/05/2012

Still Time For A Party News

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Posted on 01/05/2012

THERE'S now just one month to go until the London 2012 Torch Relay arrives in the county.

And the Chairman of Lancashire County Council is urging people to line the route and provide a warm welcome.

The Torch Relay visits the county three times during its tour - on Friday 1 June, Friday 22...

One month to go until Torch Relay comes to Lancashire News

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Posted on 01/05/2012

Last night at approximately 7.10pm a woman placed a small child on the automatic barriers at Upper Aughton Road crossing.The child was held with one hand as the train sped past.

After endangering the child's life the woman calmly turned around and did not cross the tracks. What a...

Train Barrier Lunacy Woman Endangers Child's Life News

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Posted on 01/05/2012

There is some great entertainment at Birkdale Labour Club this May with some of the best local acts taking to the stage.

Great Entertainment At Birkdale Labour Club In May Community

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Posted on 01/05/2012

The Stanley High School Class of 1986 held a reunion in July last year at the St Patricks Social Club and over eighty ex pupils attended. There was money left over after paying for the food and the hire of the club.

Class of 1986

It was decided that this money should be used to plant a...

Stanley High School Class Of 86 Memorial Tree Planting News

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Posted on 01/05/2012

Motorists trying to travel along Marshside Road today are confused.

This morning new road works signs suddenly appeared informing motorists that Marshside Road was closed near to the traffic lights at Churchtown junction.

They were advised to go the opposite way and use Fleetwood Road/...

Roadworks Mayhem in Marshside News

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Posted on 30/04/2012

by Sally Edgar

Burscough Wharf's playing host to a range of activities and live entertainment for all ages this Bank Holiday weekend.

Organised by resident professional musician and music teacher Adam Christopher, visitors on Saturday will see live performances from over 40 students and...

That's entertainment! New season's attractions at Burscough Wharf

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Posted on 30/04/2012

UKIP - Ready to work for you in Southport

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Posted on 30/04/2012

The smash hit musical direct from the West End

BILL KENWRIGHT AND LAURIE MANSFIELD
IN ASSOCIATION WITH UNIVERSAL MUSIC PRESENT

DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS
Book by Laurence Marks & Maurice Gran

Tuesday 28 August – Saturday 1 September
Southport Theatre

The smash hit musical direct from the West End at Southport Theatre

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Posted on 30/04/2012

Gerry Canning is Southport's Winter pool league singles Champion 2012

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Posted on 30/04/2012

Southport Lost and Found Pets was set up in the form of a Facebook page in January 2011 with the website going live in February 2011

http://facebook.com/southport lostandfoundpets

www.southportlostandfoundpets .co.uk.

The website has had 6700 unique visitors to date averaging at 110...

Southport Lost and Found Pets/Queenscourt Hospice Star Trekk Walk News

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Posted on 30/04/2012

Finos at The Waterfront currently have an offer, where guests receive 25 % off their total bill, pre -booking required, cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, limited availability on Friday and Saturday nights between 7pm and 9pm.

For all our latest news and great special...

Finos At The Waterfront Special Offers News

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Posted on 30/04/2012

The Drifters offer local children the opportunity of a lifetime

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Posted on 30/04/2012

WOODLAND experts are urging people to be on the lookout for a disease which is killing larch trees.

Spring and summer is the vital time of year to spot the problem as new shoots appear black or withered.

Phytophthora ramorum is currently spreading from the south and has already led to...

Help at hand for woodlands hit by larch disease News

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Posted on 30/04/2012

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority has confirmed Phil Garrigan as its Deputy Chief Fire Officer.

The announcement was made by the Authority's Appointments Committee yesterday following a recruitment process.

Tony Newman, Chair of the Authority, said: "We are pleased to...

Deputy Fire Chief Confirmed News

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Posted on 30/04/2012

A new workshop is taking place at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 May with longbow specialist Tony Saunders, learning how to manipulate and craft wood into one of the most important weapons in British history.

The two day course will include wood craft...

Traditional English Longbow course at Martin Mere News

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Posted on 30/04/2012

Southport’s Mike Stafford wins International Masters Title belt in style!

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Posted on 29/04/2012

Disgraceful behaviour by Southport FC Stewards

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Posted on 29/04/2012

Are you a nifty fifty, sassy sixty or swinging seventy? Or what about an eager 80yr old?

Do you know anyone who would like to join in some fun and games and get ready for the biggest sporting event of the year...the Sefton Older People's Olympics?

Taking place on Friday 28th September at...

Older People's Olympics Community

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Posted on 28/04/2012

West Lancashire Light Railway
Station Road, Hesketh Bank
PR4 6SP
01772 815881
www.westlancs.org

Teddy Bears’ Outing 2012

The West Lancashire Light Railway will be holding its annual Teddy Bears’ Outing on Sunday May 6th from 11.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.

Teddy Bear's Outing 2012 Community

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Posted on 28/04/2012

Fancy learning to play the card game BRIDGE ?
Southport Bridge Club are having a "free taster session" on Friday 4th May at 10.00 a.m. - 11.15 a.m. At Southport Bridge Club, 12 Albert Road Southport PR9 0LE

Free tea/coffee free car park at rear of club

To reserve your place contact Malcolm...

Fancy learning to play the card game Bridge? Community

by roving-eye

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Posted on 27/04/2012

UK Border Agency raid Acacia Court Care Home, Southport

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Posted on 27/04/2012

Real ale drinkers will be raising their glasses to royalty this afternoon as west Lancashire's biggest 'royal beer festival' celebrates its first anniversary.

It's being held at Mere Brow Village Hall and staged by the Rotary Club of Southport Links - last year, it made a handsome £7,000 for...

A right royal do! Community

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Posted on 27/04/2012

WITH May Bank Holiday just over a week away, police in the region are urging motorcyclists to clad-up appropriately as part of a new safety initiative for riders.

The BikeWatch campaign was launched in April by the constabulary, in conjunction with the Lancashire Partnership for Road Safety and...

Riders urged to wear full gear as holiday approaches News

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Posted on 27/04/2012

Mike Stafford fights for International Masters Title on 28th April 2012

Southport cruiser-weight boxer, Mike Stafford fights for the International Masters Title over 10x3 rounds against the holder, Martyn Grainger, at Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester, on the 28th April 2012.

Mike...

Mike Stafford's International Masters Title Fight, Saturday 28th April

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Posted on 27/04/2012

Vascular services are changing nationally and patients and the public in Sefton will be able to give their views on proposed changes to the way that specialist vascular services are provided across Cheshire and Merseyside.

The proposals, which involve the transfer of the most specialist...

Seeking views on proposed changes to Cheshire and Merseyside Vascular Services

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Posted on 27/04/2012

New appeal calls for donors of all blood groups to make an appointment now via www.blood.co.uk or 0300 123 23 23

NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) today launched an appeal for donors to help boost stocks to 30% above usual levels by the start of the Olympic Games in July.

The increase is...

30% Boost to Summer Blood Stocks Needed Ahead of 2012 Events News

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Posted on 27/04/2012

Two men from Southport and Formby will appear at Ormskirk Magistrates Court today after drugs raids in Ainsdale.

Police PR officer Jenna Flanagan told QLocal: "Officers from Lancashire Constabulary have over the last two days carried out searches at addresses in the Sefton area of Merseyside as...

Southport and Formby men arrested in Ainsdale drug bust News

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Posted on 27/04/2012

For a chance to win FREE MOT test in Karwowski Motors Garage all you have to do is go to newly created page:

www.facebook.com/KarwowskiMot ors and click on ‘LIKE’ button.

Three lucky winners will be drawn out of everyone who ‘liked’ the page on the 1st of May 2012.

Join...

LAST CHANCE to win FREE MOT at Karwowski Motors! Community

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Posted on 27/04/2012

A good old rock night. Live music from southport’s very own and hugely popular ‘Fag Ash Lil’ this local band comand a fantastic following. Expect classic rock influences, powerful vocals and a night that’s not to be missed

Details for Saturdays entertainment click below.
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"Fag Ash Lil" To Rock On The Fringe Community

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Posted on 26/04/2012

Work starts on £1.3m cancer centre refurbishment

The £1.3m refurbishment and extension to a cancer treatment centre for patients across north Sefton and West Lancashire is under way.

Representatives of the two charities who gave £500,000 each towards the cost of the work officially got...

Work starts on £1.3m cancer centre refurbishment News

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Posted on 26/04/2012

For only the third time in 35 years, WWT Martin Mere has welcomed a wild crane to the reserve. The last time a crane was seen at Martin Mere was in 1999 and previously to that was in the 70s.

The adult crane has been on the reserve for 2 days now and is showing well from the Ron Barker Hide....

Common Crane flies into WWT Martin Mere News

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Posted on 26/04/2012

Parents are being advised to check on limousine operators to make sure that they are safe and legal before booking vehicles for their children’s school prom nights.

The advice comes from the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) which, along with local councils and the police,...

Parents urged to check on Prom Limos News

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Posted on 26/04/2012

People are being asked for their views on the first Sefton Economic Strategy for more than 10 years.

The draft strategy is a statement of the borough's long-term assets and opportunities and sets out a number of aims and actions to drive the economy.

It also includes five strategic...

Sefton's Economic Future News

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Posted on 26/04/2012

An ambulance was left stranded for over an hour yesterday teatime after 'losing' its transmission on Meols Cop Road.

A pool of fluid outside Meols Cop High School told its own sorry tale; the crew had to sit tight before help arrived in the form of an AA man, between them they pushed it to...

Traffic chaos after ambulance loses it! News

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Posted on 26/04/2012

At 00.15am today Thursday April 26 2012 a Vauxhall Astra travelling from Southport towards Preston swerved to avoid an animal in the road. The car hit the central reservation barriers and then crashed into a hedge just before the junction with Moss Hey Lane.The occupants of the car were not injured.

RTC A565 Southport New Road News

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Posted on 26/04/2012

This Saturday 28th April 2012 from 8.30am till 1.00pm. All tables are £6.00 inside the school or outside in the grounds. Refreshments will be available in the school foyer and will include toast,hot dogs and hot and cold drinks at reasonable prices.All proceeds go to school funds. Please support...

Stanley High School Car Boot Sale This Saturday Community

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Posted on 25/04/2012

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