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 Publication Date:- 2024-11-03

 
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Pleasureland holds hugely successful:- 'Day of the Dead Festival'

THE highly anticipated Mexican-themed fiesta:- 'Day of the Dead Festival' returned to Southport Pleasureland on:- Saturday, 2 November 2024. The event was extremely well attended with a fantastic family atmosphere. Everyone was friendly and the entertainment on the stage by the ghost ride was extremely kid friendly, but also fun for adults as well. As guests explored the park, pop up stands sold some Mexican  foods, and the park...

 

Why don't mainstream media like ourselves report all the information about Southport knife attacks?

ON 29 July 2024, a mass stabbing, occurred at a dance studio in Southport, that targeted children and led to 3 children dying. This was...

Ask your questions about Policing in Merseyside

MERSEYSIDE'S Police Commissioner is inviting people to submit their questions for the Chief Constable and her senior team as she prepares for her final public Scrutiny Meeting of 2024. Emily Spurrell is responsible for holding the Chief Constable, Serena...

Southport Rugby Football Cub 2024 Firework Display

THE annual 'Fireworks Extravaganza' was held on Waterloo Road, at Southport Rugby Football Cub, with record crowds of around 2000 people. The weather was...

You still have time to see the River of Light 2024

THE River of Light for 2024 turned playful for its latest instalment, with 12 large scale installations presented by some of the best light artists in the world. This year's theme for Liverpool's historic...

Lily May's Prom Dresses Fashion Show 2024

ON Sunday, 27 October 2024, at The Engine Room, within Wayfarers Shopping Arcade, Southport, Lily May's held...

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Stunning Poppy Drape created with 10,000 crochet poppies unveiled in Southport Remembrance Gardens
Photos by Andrew Brown

PEOPLE have been wowed...

Winter preparedness... Strengthening our services to support patients and staff

AS the darker nights settle in, winter is fast approaching, and with it, North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) is announcing robust plans to deal with...

 
 
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Whitbread announces new national College partnerships Helping young people with additional needs thrive

HOSPITALITY company Whitbread today reveals brand new National Further Education College Partnerships to help young people with...

Edge Hill University scoops 2 wins in the Global Student Living Awards

EDGE Hill University has won 2 Global Student Living Awards for best moving in experience, for the 2nd consecutive year; and best value for money. The success recognises the University's efforts to make...

Payroll errors impacting a quarter of all UK employees

FIRE and Ambulance Services are likely to remember the 5th of November due to spikes in incidents. Data collected from emergency services in the North West has given an insight into the impact of...

146% rise in firework causalities sparks emphasis on safety

THERE has been a 146% rise from:- 13 casualties in 2022 to 32 casualties from firework-related incidents in 2023, according to Home Office data. Last year, figures were at the highest they've been since...

 

Wayfarers Arcade in Southport to host 70th Anniversary Under Milk Wood classic by Dylan Thomas

THEATRE lovers can enjoy a performance of Dylan Thomas' iconic work Under Milk Wood...

Environment Agency urges public to avoid burning a hole in their pockets this Bonfire Night

WITH Bonfire Night fast approaching, the Environment Agency is urging those planning to celebrate to go...

Online toolkit can be the key to Government meeting 1.5 million new homes target

A free online mapping toolkit set to launch in 2025 can help the Government meet its...

Aldi opens applications for Christmas food donations programme in Merseyside

ALDI is calling on charities, community groups and food banks in Merseyside to register to receive surplus food donations from its stores...

New CEO confirmed for Stick 'n' Step and new fundraising manager welcomed

CEREBRAL palsy charity Stick 'n' Step has announced the appointment of Sarah Smithson as its Chief Executive and also the appointment of Norma Young as its new Senior...

Former charity trustee and advocate for brain injury survivors in the North West up for national award for 36 years of:- 'outstanding contribution' to Headway

AN Occupational therapist and brain injury case manager from Wirral is being recognised...

Father Ted legend Ardal O Hanlon announced as next huge name for Southport Comedy Festival

THE Southport Comedy Festival is delighted to announce yet another huge name for next...

 

Learning dance steps for Strictly Stick 'n' Step!

VOLUNTEERS are being put through their paces by professional dancers to learn to dance Strictly-style for Stick 'n' Step's fundraising ball next month. The black tie celebration will be held at Thornton Hall Hotel and Spa, Neston, on:- Saturday, 16...

Southport gardens to be filled with colour for families as volunteers seek your help
Photos by Andrew Brown.

LORD Street In Bloom Garden Volunteers are among a team working hard this week...

Mersey Care reopening Face to Face Talking Therapies in South Liverpool

MERSEY Care is due to reopen its Face to Face Talking Therapies clinic base in South Liverpool for the 1st time since being forced to close during the COVID-19 Pandemic several years ago. The...

Freebird Club Takes Flight Again with a Mission to Combat Loneliness Through Social Connection and Travel for Older Adults

AFTER weathering Pandemic challenges, Freebird Club, the pioneering social travel and homestay club for older adults, has relaunched with fresh funding and an invigorated mission. Having recently emerged from Founders Factory/Nesta Mission Studio...

Inquest into the death of former Liverpool Echo journalist Dan Kay

AN inquest into the death of former Liverpool Echo journalist Dan Kay will begin at:- 10 am on:- Tuesday, 5 November 2024 at Liverpool Coroner's Court, Gerard Majella Courthouse, Boundary St, Liverpool L5 2QD. The inquest will be heard by HM Assistant Coroner Joseph Hart and is expected to...

Merseyside charities celebrate share of £1 million fund

2 animal charities based in Liverpool have received a £1,000 funding boost as part of Benefact Group's Movement for Good Awards to support...

Underground rather than overground Broadband infrastructure

SOUTHPORT Councillors, Mike Prendergast and Mike Morris, are calling on all political parties in Southport to...

 
 

 

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