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Snow White will be performed at the Atkinson Theatre, Southport between January 12th and 22nd 2023

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Snow White pantomime brings a magical journey to The Atkinson in Southport

December 2, 2022

The Lake House in Waterloo

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Free places for Invest Sefton’s next Economic Forum running out fast

December 2, 2022

The Grand in Southport at Christmas. Photo by Abdrew Brown Media

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Enjoy Christmas at The Grand in Southport with party nights festive afternoon tea and more

December 1, 2022

Families can enjoy a Southport Gingerbread Trail this year, courtesy of Southport BID. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Families invited to explore Southport Gingerbread Trail with names from around the world

December 1, 2022

Lights on Lord Street in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Southport looks magical this Christmas! Now we must support our local businesses

December 1, 2022

A sundial has been added to the Garden of Reflection at Southport and Formby District General Hospital in memory of much-loved former member of staff Nell Draper

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Southport Hospital garden tribute for colleague who was ‘a ray of light for everyone’

December 1, 2022

The new Southport 2023 Calendar by Ruth Spillane Illustrations. Silcock's Funland

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Beautiful 2023 Southport Illustrated Calendar launched by artist Ruth Spillane

December 1, 2022

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Southport Pleasureland staff use closed season to brush up on health and safety training

December 1, 2022

Cambridge Arcade and Cambridge Walks in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Works to restore Southport’s historic Cambridge Arcade to begin in 2023

December 1, 2022

Ashley Flint and Vicki Heaven from Southport and Ormskirk Hospitals Charity launch this years patients Christmas gifts appeal

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Gift appeal launched for patients in Southport and Ormskirk hospitals this Christmas

December 1, 2022

Southport College

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Southport College hosts Adult Information Evening for those eager to learn new skills

December 1, 2022

NHS heroes from across Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust have been honoured at the 2022 Time to Shine Awards. The Emergency Department team won the People's Health Hero Award

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In Pictures: Winners revealed at Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust awards

December 1, 2022

Crystal Clear Opticians in Southport. Neil Mattack with Paula McKeown (left) and Marta Garrod (right). Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Crystal Clear Opticians in Southport has vision to provide customers with time and expertise

December 1, 2022

Dan Johnstone of 600 Degrees and James Swire of Graft Pizza

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Learn to make perfect Neapolitan pizza with Pizza 101 experience at Southport Market

November 30, 2022

Silcock's Carousel in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Hidden Gems: Silcock’s Carousel in Southport is a symbol of happy family days at the seaside

November 30, 2022

The 2021 Southport Santa Sprint for Queenscourt Hospice. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Queenscourt Santa Sprint makes a welcome return as people urged to take part

November 30, 2022

Queenscourt Hospice in Southport

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Queenscourt Hospice needs your vote to win a £1,000 festive financial boost

November 30, 2022

Massam and Marshall Independent Funeral Directors are once again hosting an evening of reflection, song and prayer to remember loved ones in the festive season

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Evening of reflection, song and prayer held in Southport to remember loved ones this festive season

November 30, 2022

Marie Cunningham, 79 and Grace Foulds, 85, died after being struck by a vehicle on Lulworth Road in Birkdale on Tuesday, 30th November 2021

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Vigil held to mark 12 months since friends died in Birkdale road tragedy

November 30, 2022

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Southport Food Bank charity hit by burglary leaving them counting the cost

November 29, 2022

Southport Market has been transformed into a stunning Christmas wonderland by local company Enhance Events. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Southport Market hosts Christmas fun including Santa visits, festive movies and wreath making

November 29, 2022

Southport Bijou Cinema

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Christmas classic It’s A Wonderful Life play staged at Bijou Cinema Southport

November 28, 2022

The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport - Thursday, November 28, 2013 Official opening of The Atkinson in Southport, where Sefton Council's leader Peter Dowd, left, Cllr Ian Moncur, centre, and Atkinson director, Emma Anderson, cut the ribbon to unviel the new attraction

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Happy Birthday to The Atkinson in Southport, 9 years after stunning £20m transformation

November 28, 2022

The 2023 Calendar by Seen From A Drone is now on sale, featuring iconic aerial scenes of Southpor

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Seen From A Drone 2023 calendar features superb aerial photos of Southport

November 28, 2022

Thousands of new lights have been installed at Queenscourt Hospice by local business IllumiDex. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Thousands of new lights installed outside Queenscourt Hospice by lighting firm IllumiDex

November 28, 2022

Southport Market has been transformed into a stunning Christmas wonderland by local company Enhance Events. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Southport Market transformed into a stunning Christmas wonderland by Enhance Events

November 28, 2022

Chapel Street in Southport town centre in May 2011. The Currys and Toni&Guy stores

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Southport town centre pictures from 11 years ago give fascinating snapshot of high street changes

November 27, 2022

People are being asked to help to decorate a tree at the Forty Seven cafe in Kew in Southport for Christmas, and to help those less fortunate in our community in the process

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Forty Seven bar in Southport invites people to decorate a Christmas tree and support those in need

November 27, 2022

Southport FC Head of Commercial and Operations Steve Dewsni. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Southport FC invites fans to enjoy quality non-league football during Premier League break

November 27, 2022

Southport Charity Christmas Parade. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Southport Christmas Parade 2022 the most spectacular yet as route revealed

November 27, 2022

Southport FC

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Southport FC secure 0-0 away draw at Kettering after dominating for long periods

November 26, 2022

Churchtown at Christmas

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Churchtown Christmas Lights Switch On 2022: Here’s what’s on and when

November 26, 2022

The Christmas tree in Birkdale Village. Photo by Birkdale Civic Society

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Birkdale Christmas Fayre entertains families this Sunday with Lights Switch On, rides and live music

November 26, 2022

The Guelder Rose pub in Southport

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Morrisons invites people to fundraising Quiz Night at Guelder Rose pub in Southport

November 25, 2022

Special Christmas Wreath Making events are taking place at Southport Market

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Traditional Wreath Making experiences held at Southport Market

November 25, 2022

The 1881 Lounge at Southport Football Club

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Southport FC welcomes fans watching World Cup games on the big screen

November 25, 2022

David Raya at Southport FC. Photo by Julia Urwin

Southport FC

David Raya completes incredible journey from Southport FC to World Cup challenge with Spain

November 25, 2022

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Ice skating comes to Southport this Christmas with a German themed spectacular

November 24, 2022

Lauren Uzzell the owner of LMJ Weddings and Events has won the North West Wedding Planner of the Year Award

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Wedding Planner Of The Year Lauren hails aunt who inspired her to follow her dreams

November 23, 2022

The Cheshire Lines pub in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Southport town centre’s oldest pub transformed by resort’s youngest landlords

November 23, 2022

Barklays dog friendly cafe in Churchtown in Southport. Jess Prescott, Caroline Bimpson and Lesley Morgan-Macbain. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Dog friendly cafe and dog groomers in Southport ensure pets (and owners) are well cared for

November 23, 2022

The Massam and Marshall annual evening of reflection is on Sunday 4th December at Leyland Road Methodist Church in Southport starting at 7pm

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People can remember lost loved ones at annual evening of reflection in Southport

November 23, 2022

Andy Roach

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Bold Hotel in Southport hosts Comedy special with four top comedians

November 23, 2022

Sandway Homes Ltd is creating hundreds of new homes across Sefton

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Sandway has sold 36 new homes to families in Southport with council set for £2.2m windfall

November 23, 2022

Silcock's Funland in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Silcock’s Funland in Southport maintains value for families at £1 Snack Bar this winter

November 23, 2022

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Southport African Caribbean Heritage Association launches new Winter Warmth scheme

November 23, 2022

Christmas Carriage Rides in Southport are being provided by Southport BID. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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New Christmas Carriage Rides added by Southport BID due to high demand

November 23, 2022

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Egypt Month at The Atkinson in Southport crowned by six great events this weekend

November 23, 2022

Rejka by Marika Gleave

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Everyday items come together in unique work of Southport artist Marika Gleave

November 22, 2022

Greenbank High School in Southport

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Greenbank High in Southport rated ‘Good’ as Ofsted praises school’s ‘can-do attitude’

November 22, 2022

Meols Cop Retail Park in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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PureGym reveals proposals to open new 24-hour gym in Southport

November 22, 2022

Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust will hold its annual baby and child loss remembrance service

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Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust hosts baby and child loss remembrance service

November 22, 2022

Judith Royden. Image by Brian Lloyd Duckett Commercial Photographer

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Rosebank Referrals launches to link businesses with quality service providers

November 22, 2022

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Southport Pleasureland provides a magical setting for Princess Mirror-Belle on CBBC

November 22, 2022

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New mural unveiled in High Park in Southport designed by local residents

November 22, 2022

Kevin Peet

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Popular fishmonger to open traditional fish and chip shop with a twist in Hesketh Bank

November 22, 2022

Southport Market has been decorated specially for Chriistmas by Fantasy Weddings. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Southport Market reveals exciting line-up of Christmas events and entertainment

November 21, 2022

A Merseyrail train at Southport Train Station. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Merseyrail runs Southport to Liverpool Boxing Day service as Christmas services revealed

November 21, 2022

Mayor of Sefton Cllr Clare Carragher

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Mayor of Sefton launches 2022 Christmas Toy Appeal – here’s how you can help

November 21, 2022

Pudsey Bear was brought to Ashley Jade Vocational College in Southport by volunteers from Southport Hesketh Round Table

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Southport Hesketh Round Table beats 2021 record number of Pudsey visits for BBC1 Children In Need and raises over £600

November 21, 2022

Crowds enjoyed the Botanic Christmas Fair at Botanic Gardens in Churchtown in Southport. Father Christmas welcomed children at his Grotto in The Fernery

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Botanic Christmas Fair sees families enjoy superb day of festive fun to raise money for Botanic Gardens

November 21, 2022

The Life Rooms Southport

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Two free events held to empower unpaid carers in Sefton

November 20, 2022

Thousands of people enjoyed the Festive Fun Day in Southport. Singers from SONG. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Christmas comes to Southport as thousands enjoy Festive Fun Day

November 20, 2022

The Lake House in Waterloo

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Sefton CVS 2022 Annual Conference seeks to tackle Cost Of Living Crisis

November 20, 2022

Professor May Ng OBE

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Southport and Ormskirk Hospitals paediatrician awarded Honorary Clinical Professor title

November 20, 2022

The Celebration Wall at Southport FC

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Christmas deadline looms for Celebration Wall at Southport FC

November 20, 2022

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Southport FC out of FA Trophy after 3-1 defeat by Curzon Ashton

November 20, 2022

Silcock's Funland in Southport is offering people to chance to Win Your Christmas Presents

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Silcock’s Funland in Southport invites people to enjoy family fun while winning Christmas presents

November 20, 2022

The Botanic Gardens family Fun Day. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Botanic Christmas Fair in Churchtown offers plenty of festive family fun

November 20, 2022

Silcock's Carousel in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Silcock’s Carousel in Southport puts smiles on families’ faces this winter

November 19, 2022

Botanic Gardens in Churchtown in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Future of Botanic Gardens in Churchtown in spotlight as public consultation launched

November 19, 2022

The Christmas tree in the Town Hall Gardens in Southport. It was provided by Southport BID and installed by IllumiDex UK Ltd. Photo by Claire Brown

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Southport sparkles after illuminated Christmas tree installed in Town Hall Gardens

November 18, 2022

Singer Kelly Bond

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It’s Christmas! Festive Fun Day brings a host of entertainment to Southport town centre

November 18, 2022

Lord Street in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Southport BID to use Street Rangers to ensure greater safety in Southport town centre

November 18, 2022

Connor Ellerton, 17, has returned to rugby for Southport RFC Colts three years after being diagnosed with leukaemia

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Connor, 17, overcomes three-year Leukaemia battle to return to rugby for Southport RFC

November 18, 2022

Coronation Street star Faye Brookes (centre) in her ner kitchen with Birkdale Kitchen Co. owners Neil Gokcen (left) and Stephen Dunne (right)

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Coronation Street star Faye Brookes praises Birkdale Kitchen Co. for her ‘dream kitchen’

November 17, 2022

The Southport Coaster on Lord Street in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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The Southport Coaster pub opens its doors in Southport town centre

November 17, 2022

An artist's impression of The Cove Resort in Southport

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The Cove Resort in Southport on course to deliver exciting lagoon, leisure facilities and 4 star hotel

November 17, 2022

Karen Edwards

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Derian House children’s hospice appoints Karen Edwards OBE as new Chief Executive

November 17, 2022

Southport Rugby Club

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Strong performance by Southport Rugby Club earns 31–24 win over Bolton

November 16, 2022

Mrs Goodison at The Atkinson in Southport

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Victorian explorer and Egyptologist Mrs Anne Goodison returns to life at The Atkinson in Southport

November 16, 2022

Formby Beach

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Formby Beach car park moving inland due to coastal erosion and to restore sand dunes

November 16, 2022

Plans have been submitted to Sefton Council to convert the former hotel at 22 Promenade in Southport into nine apartments

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Key Southport regeneration scheme could bring new life to Promenade area

November 16, 2022

Sammi and Paul Rudge from Sandgrounder Radio enjoyed the excellent hospitality facilities at Southport FC

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Guest Blog: ‘We were blown away by Southport FC’s excellent hospitality facilities’

November 16, 2022

Southport FC in action

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Southport FC remain fifth after well-earned point against King’s Lynn

November 16, 2022

The Shot and Chaser bar on Wesley Street in Southport is launching a World Cup Subbuteo tournament

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New Shot and Chaser micro pub in Southport launches World Cup Subbuteo tournament

November 16, 2022

Smiths TV Director Mark Wright (left) with Peter Lloyd launch the Smith TV Black Friday sale ahead of the 2022 World Cup. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Smiths TV launches Black Friday Mega Sale ahead of World Cup 2022

November 16, 2022

An artist's impression of Eastbank Street in Southport under the Les Transformations de Southport initiative. Funding is provided through Southport Town Deal

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Southport can attract more mobile creative, digital, and professional firms when Enterprise Arcade opens

November 16, 2022

The Lake House in Waterloo

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InvestSefton invites local businesses to free Economic Forum event

November 15, 2022

Frances Tophill

Southport Flower Show

Southport Flower Show to host Gardeners’ World and Love Your Garden star Frances Tophill

November 15, 2022

The Salvation Army's Christmas Present Appeal

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Salvation Army in Southport launches Christmas Present Appeal

November 15, 2022

An artist's impression of The Enterprise Arcade on Eastbank Street in Southport

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Southport Enterprise Arcade plans reveal ambitions for flourishing new CreaTech sector

November 15, 2022

The Primark store on Chapel Street in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Southport Primark among stores affected as new click and collect website crashes after launch

November 14, 2022

The Southport Brewery Man Of The Match, receiving the Adam Le Roi Trophy and chosen by Match Sponsor The Family Of Adam Le Roi was Josh Hmami

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Southport FC defeat Farsley Athletic 4-0 in another convincing win

November 14, 2022

The Remembrance Sunday parade and service in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Hero nurse Edith Cavell who vowed ‘no hatred or bitterness’ praised at Southport Remembrance Sunday

November 13, 2022

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First UK Asda Express store opens ahead of £2.5m Southport venture next year

November 13, 2022

Dr Karen Groves MBE (left) at Southport Flower Show 2022. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

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Legacy Fund in honour of Dr Karen Groves MBE set up to develop Queenscourt Hospice services

November 13, 2022

Room on the Broom by Tall Stories

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Review: Room On The Broom at The Atkinson in Southport is a magical show for families

November 12, 2022

Christmas

Ultimate Christmas drive-in cinema is coming to Southport this December

November 12, 2022

The Chase menswear store on Chapel Street in Southport

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Proposed flats above clothing shop on Chapel Street in Southport should get go-ahead says planning chief

November 11, 2022

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