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Publication Date:- 2026-08-17

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Nation Trust reacts to the aftermath of the Formby Dunes fire

IN a public statement the National Trust in Formby and Ainsdale in connection to the Fire that took hold on Formby's Sand Dunes have said:- "Since the large fire on Formby's dunes yesterday evening of:- 12 August 2026, our Ranger Team have been working tirelessly to assess the scale of the damage together with..."

Have you been to see the La Nao Santa Maria replica yet?

THE impressive La Nao Santa Maria replica will dock at the Royal Albert Dock from 12 August 2026 to 25 August 2026, giving visitors 1 unique opportunity to step back in...

Are you ready for this years Southport Air Show?

WITH new aircraft joining the line up in a thrilling flying programme, we�re making this year�s Air Show more exciting, more accessible, and better than ever. The line up includes some old favourites and lots...

Free Art Exhibitions coming to Quirky Quarter in Liverpool

A new exhibition programme has been developed through a creative partnership between:- Fai McCabe Art and Quirky Quarter, 1 of Liverpool�s most unique visitor attractions....

Southport Summer Whisky Festival invites visitors to explore magnificent 7 venues

THE Southport Summer Whisky Festival is taking place this August, with the opportunity to explore 7 superb local venues; and some delicious whisky...

UK Wildfire Emergency Alert Update

THE unusual hot weather and exceptionally dry conditions are seeing an increasing number of fires breaking...

Millions to receive essential benefit payments early

MILLIONS of people will receive essential financial support before the August Bank Holiday weekend, as the Government has confirmed that benefit payments will...

Payroll errors impacting a quarter of all UK employees

ARE we heading to food shortages by the end if 2026? This is not such a silly question as the UK agricultural industry and the food industry overall are facing unprecedented issues both within the UK and internationally. Mounting...

Southport Astronomical Society Partial Eclipse Watch

ON 12 August 2026 we visited the Observatory in Hesketh Park with the Southport Astronomical Society. Many took to the beach to experience the astronomical...

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Entries for next year�s Run For The 97 are now open

THE date has been announced as:- Saturday, 29 May 2027; the day before the final fixtures of the:- 2026/2027 football season....

Payroll errors impacting a quarter of all UK employees

STUDENTS and staff at St. Mary�s College in Crosby are celebrating another summer of top class A-level results. Building on the high standards of previous years more than � of the:- �class of 2026...�

RSPCA issue advice following suspected botulism outbreak in Liverpool park

THE RSPCA is carrying out a multi agency operation at a park, in Liverpool, after reports of numerous sick and dying...

Payroll errors impacting a quarter of all UK employees

PEOPLE are invited to enjoy Halloween with a smile with Halloween Comedy Bingo! There will be 2 spooky sessions to enjoy; a daytime...

Aldi urges shoppers in Merseyside to donate these everyday items to local foodbanks this summer

FOODBANKS are calling for donations of everyday essentials this summer as families face extra pressure during the School Holidays...

78 year old Southport born European Cup winning team member dies

SOUTHPORT born European Cup winning team Goalkeeper John James Rimmer, has died aged:- 78. Jimmy Rimmer left Southport aged:- 15, when he was signed by Manchester United, in:- May 1963, as...

Merseyside children in care enjoy life enhancing day out with support from Tesco and the local community

HUNDREDS of children across Merseyside enjoyed a memorable day by the seaside, thanks to the support of...

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