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 Publication Date:- 2026-02-16  

 
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Chinese New Year 4724 - Southport 2026

EACH year Chinese communities across the United Kingdom celebrate Lunar New Year, also known as the:- 'Spring Festival,' or 'Chinese New Year.' Chinese New Year has not only become a significant cultural, religious and commercial celebration for the Chinese but also for many other communities across the world. With Liverpool being the home to the oldest Chinese community in Europe, it is no surprise it has also become a major part in or areas event calendar as well. This year the festivities on...


Do we need a Tourist Information Centre...?

SOUTHPORT used to have its own purpose built Tourist Information Centre with coaches pulling up outside and meeters and greeters (Town Ambassadors) on hand to...



Café 1821 in Southport offers visitors a warm welcome

NEW research from The Global Payroll Association (GPA), reveals that a quarter of all...



Payroll errors impacting a quarter of all UK employees

A shop has been closed for the 3rd time in less than 3 years...

Hole In 1 Golf shop in Southport launches new Golf Coast Members Club to save money for local golfers

THE Hole In 1 Golf shop in Southport has launched a...

North West Barristers take jury argument to Court and Parliament

BarristerS on the Northern Circuit (the legal Region covering the North West of...

Southport residents welcome charity's new hub and pet food bank initiative

WOODLANDS Animal...

North West patients and families call on NHS to recognise Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) as a lifelong condition

AS part of:- 'Congenital Heart.'

Doors opened for School leavers to become train drivers

SCHOOL leavers will soon be able to become train drivers, as the Government is set to lower the legal age to be a train driver from:- 20 to 18...

 
 
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St John Ambulance seeking new Volunteers in Merseyside

ST John Ambulance Youth Units bring together a vibrant and diverse group of young...

New Bugle Tap micropub in Southport nears opening date as it unveils Tegernseer Hell Bavarian beer

A brand new micropub in...

Hugh Baird College Principal to Receive Honorary Fellowship from LJMU

HUGH Baird College's Principal and Chief Executive, Rachael Hennigan OBE, is to be...

Galaxy Proclean shines with 30% growth as they make local offices, restaurants, Schools and shops sparkle

A local business based in...

 

Liverpool woman set to make history as the 1st female captain of the iconic Mersey Ferry

A Liverpool woman is on course to make local maritime history by becoming the 1st...

Southport wins gold as Olympic hero Greg Rutherford and Visit England team share what makes Town so special

SOUTHPORT is going for gold this February Half Term after...

MP congratulates local Schools for recognition from Education Secretary

PATRICK Hurley, MP for Southport and the Northern Parishes, has congratulated St John's CE Primary School and St Patrick's Catholic Primary...

Smash Hit Under The Mersey Moon Musical

THERE are just 2 weeks to go until acclaimed new country musical Under the Mersey...

 

Ukrainian Day in Southport invites visitors to enjoy day of culture with art, food, coffee morning and choir

EVERYONE is invited to enjoy the annual Ukrainian Day in Southport this February. Visitors will be wowed by a...

Funding boost for young people's mental health services in Northwest England 

MORE young people across Northwest England will get the mental health support they need thanks to a £623,000 funding boost for Early Support Hubs.  Early Support Hubs are community based...

Liverpool commits to Fast Track Cities+ to end HIV, Hepatitis and Tuberculosis

LIVERPOOL'S health and care partners have reaffirmed the City's global leadership in public health by announcing a bold expansion of their Fast Track Cities work. The City...

Liverpool City Region to send big delegation to MIPM 2026

THE Liverpool City Region is set to make1of its strongest ever appearances at the world's leading real estate event, MIPIM 2026, to promote £11bn of investment opportunities. A total of 30...

Fantastic family show coming to Southport Flower Show

CHILDREN'S TV Presenter Andy Day is heading to the show on:- Saturday, 22 August 2026, with his own fantastic family...

Get ready, get set for Liverpool's Annual Pancake Race

THE best day in Liverpool's calendar is approaching. Liverpool's Annual Pancake Race is back on:- Tuesday, 17 February 2026. Muster for 10.45 at the gardens of...

Security Alert - PrestaShop Business Platform users are being advised to check of your online store

WITH nearly 250,000 sites already using its software across the globe, PrestaShop is the leading open source...

E-learning leaders High Speed Training certify 16,000 education professionals with free allergy training

HIGH Speed Training, a leading provider of online training and e-learning, has reached the...

Patrick Hurley MP for Southport and the Northern Parishes welcomes major boost for Southport's community radio sector

PATRICK Hurley, MP for Southport and the Northern Parishes, has welcomed new funding for Mighty Radio, which has received £23,000 from the Department for...

Largest ever enforcement workforce protecting waterways from pollution

THE Environment Agency has assembled its largest ever team of:- investigators, enforcement officers and lawyers tackling water pollution, significantly strengthening its...

Adoption UK welcomes full review of adoption support and consultation launched, but Government plans to devolve funding for therapeutic support are cause for concern

THE Department for Education (DfE) has published its outline proposals for reforming the adoption support system in England, alongside a...

Huge Demand For Applications From Charity Fund

THE Jane Tomlinson Appeal has been overwhelmed to the response for its new grant programme:- 'The Big Charity Giveaway 2026.' The appeal was launched last month, inviting applications from:- Liverpool City Region, Yorkshire, and The Midlands to apply for funds from the overall total of:- £250,000...

Liberal Democrats warn Police changes must not weaken Neighbourhood Policing in Southport

SOUTHPORT Liberal Democrats have warned that Government plans to restructure Police Forces...

New jewellery workshop to open in Southport creating bespoke jewellery and making repairs in an hour

A brand new jewellery workshop will soon be unveiled on:- Lord Street, in Southport's Town Center. The family...

Southport hairdresser celebrates winning Best Bridal Hairdresser at:- 'emotional and unforgettable' awards

A Southport hairdresser is celebrating winning the title of the:- 'UK's Best Bridal Hairdresser 2026.' Kelly Stevens, who runs the...

Letter to Editor:- "NCP Car Park hero!"

"MY name is Riane and I feel I had to send you a heartfelt email about the bravery, courage and overall beautiful person who helps on a daily basis in his job. His name is Liam Howard and he works at the:- NCP Car Park, on London Street, Southport, I wanted to share as within Sefton too..."

Southport's Lightport 2026 - Part 1

SOUTHPORT was bathed in a spectacular glow over the weekend as huge crowds gathered for the inaugural Lightport event between:- 14 February and 16 February 2026. Despite some...

 
 

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