5+ day, 10+ hour ago   (681+ words) One of Southport town centre’s oldest pubs has undergone an extensive transformation and revamped its food offering, with some exciting new initiatives planned for customers! Julie Goodwin has brightened up The Hoghton Arms, on the corner of Hoghton Street and…...

6+ day, 7+ hour ago   (259+ words) Considering raising investment and want to test your pitch, or simply learn from other founders preparing for investor meetings? In partnership with InvestSefton, Founder Funding Group‘s Pitch Practice Sessions are coming to Sefton for the first time. This Perfect…...

6+ day, 10+ hour ago   (297+ words) Today (Tuesday 8th September 2026), the families of Elsie, Bebe and Alice will be making their way to London for the National Television Awards. Voting closes at midday today, with people urged to cat your votes: Vote | National Television Awards The families…...

1+ week, 2+ hour ago   (465+ words) A proposed Bootle development is set to help meet growing demand for social and affordable housing, while delivering meaningful employment opportunities and a boost to local businesses. The transformation of the former Dale Acre School playing fields at Harps Croft…...

1+ week, 6+ hour ago   (301+ words) Sandgrounders Business Club returns with its monthly networking meeting this week. All are welcome at the event which takes place from 5pm this Thursday (10th September 2026). Scott will give an update on the club’s plans and progress this new season. This monthly…...

1+ week, 7+ hour ago   (936+ words) A much-loved Ashton-in-Makerfield care home resident has celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by music, family, friends and more than 150 birthday cards from people across the local community. Nelly Kelly reached the incredible milestone on Tuesday 1st September 2026, celebrating her 100th birthday at Ashton…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (574+ words) Guest Blog by Catrin Hughes Volunteer Centre Sefton When people think about volunteering in a charity shop, they often picture serving customers at the till or sorting donations. While those roles are incredibly important, modern charity shops offer a wide…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (430+ words) Joanne Massey, the owner of Bank of Beauty in Southport, is celebrating after achieving being placed top 50th for best beauty salon in the UK. She also received Highly Recommended in the Skin Specialist of the year at The UK Hair…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (748+ words) This is how the brand new Wetherspoon Hotel in Southport town centre will look, as the firm released its first image of the 29-bedroom facility. The firm is investing £5 million into transforming the historic Pavillion Building at 93-97 Lord Street. The…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (382+ words) Queenscourt Hospice is delighted to announce Churcher Estates as the Entertainment Sponsor for this year’s Queenscourt Masquerade Ball, taking place on Saturday 5th September 2026 at The Grand, Southport. Following the success of their support for Queenscourt‘s International Women’s Day event…...