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Liverpool City Region Culture and Creativity Awards shortlist revealed with Stand Up For Southport and Karen Yates among finalists
The finalists in the 2025 Liverpool City Region Culture and Creativity Awards are revealed today – with some of the sector’s biggest names shortlisted. An independent judging panel whittled down more than 600 nominations to a shortlist of 54 finalists across 15 categories, that celebrate the individuals and organisations helping drive the city region’s thriving cultural and creative sector. Finalists
Young Southport golfer could make history at Justin Rose Telegraph Junior Golf Championship
A young golfer from Southport could make history in Portugal as they prepare to tee off in the 2024 Justin Rose Telegraph Junior Golf Championship at Quinta do Lago. 17-year-old Sadie Adams, who is a member at Royal Birkdale, is one of 24 up-and-coming players aged 12-18 who will compete over three rounds on the resort’s world-renowned South Course from
Southport FC to host final Sandgrounders Business Club networking event of 2024
People are invited to enjoy the final Sandgrounders Business Club networking event of the year this Thursday (12th December 2024). The event, which takes place on the second Thursday of every month, will once again be held at The Big Help Stadium, Southport Football Club, Haig Avenue, Southport PR8 6JZ. Doors open at 5pm before open networking, with speakers on
InvestSefton hosts free Maximise Your Margins event in Southport for Sefton hospitality businesses
Maximise Your Margins is the title of an InvestSefton for the borough’s hospitality sector taking place between 2pm and 5pm at Southport’s Waterfront Hotel on Monday 13th January. Hosted in conjunction with hospitality accountants Evans & Co, Maximise Your Margins has been specifically designed for restaurant, bar, and café owners. The event It will give owners and managers insights into
Morrisons Southport supermarket to expand petrol station and add new EV charging spaces
Morrisons supermarket in Southport has won planning permission to increase the size of its petrol filling station kiosk as well as creating a new EV (Electric Vehicle) charging zone. The firm said it is “essential there is a comprehensive and competitive EV charging network in place” with Morrisons stores across the UK in the process of being upgraded. The petrol
Mayor Of Sefton Christmas Toy Appeal 2024: Full list of drop off points where you can donate
Each year, thousands of kind-hearted Sefton residents, council staff, partners and community groups donate toys, gifts, vouchers and stocking fillers to some of the borough’s children and young people to make their Christmas extra special through The Mayor’s Christmas Toy Appeal. New and unwrapped toys, gift vouchers, toiletries, pyjamas and stocking fillers for all ages are welcomed as part of
Liverpool City Region shares secrets of UK-leading approach to innovation with House of Commons Science Committee
An influential committee of MPs has used its first official visit to learn how the Liverpool City Region’s UK-leading approach to innovation is maximising its world-leading strengths and driving economic growth. The House of Commons Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee (DSIT) yesterday (TUES) visited key assets at Knowledge Quarter Liverpool, including the Materials Innovation Factory partnership between the University
Southport FC celebrate dramatic FA Trophy victory against Peterborough Sports
Southport FC 2 Peterborough Sports 1 (FAT 3) We didn’t see this one coming after 90 minutes of very little happening in the attacking third. Goals in the 90th and 90+2 minutes gave the home side a very unlikely victory. After the visitors scored in the 15th minute from a set piece corner it looked like the Peterborough Sports bogey
Southport MP urges restrictions on the sale of fireworks sales in shops
Southport MP Patrick Hurley has called for tighter restrictions on the sale of fireworks in shops. While he admits he “loves fireworks” and is proud that Southport hosts the annual British Musical Fireworks Championships, which he describes as “a sight to behold”, he wants to see rules about where members of the public can buy fireworks. Mr Hurley spoke during
Southport Lions and supporters pack 500 food hampers to support local families this Christmas
By Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport Southport Lions and their supporters have enjoyed a busy week sourcing and packing 500 food hampers to support local families this Christmas. The Lions spend all year raising funds to support their feelgood festive operation. They work with a range of organisations to ensure that hampers are delivered to people who need help
Southport FC reveals ‘frustration’ as they say kit supplier has gone into liquidation leaving replica kits unavailable
Southport FC says its kit supplier has gone into liquidation, leaving the club an estimated £100,000 out of pocket and fans unable to get hold of replica kits this Christmas. A statement by the club says: “Southport FC wishes to address the concerns raised by our loyal supporters regarding the ongoing lack of availability of replica merchandise. “We fully understand
10 Southport festive events you won’t want to miss between now and Christmas
By Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport Christmas is coming! And the good news is that there are lots of ways to enjoy the festive season in Southport! Here are eight fabulous Christmas inspired attractions that you and your can enjoy in Southport over the next few days. If you know of any others taking place, please let us know.
