Military Vehicle Display helping to mark 100th Anniversary

AS part of the celebrations of the 100th Anniversary of the founding of the Formby Royal British Legion, the Mid Lancashire Military Vehicle Trust held a Military Vehicle Display, on the National Trust Formby's, Lifeboat Road Car Park. These are a few photographs we took at the event. This display was also a test of an idea we are working...

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HS2 launches new supplier guide to help businesses unlock £millions in new contract opportunities

BUSINESSES of all sizes, right across the UK, are encouraged to register their interest in becoming an HS2 supplier and access the multi million pound pipeline of contract opportunities with HS2's...

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More strike action by Royal Mail workers is likely to result in delays

MORE postal strikes to take place on 20 October and 25 October, and 28 November 2022, over pay and terms and conditions. Royal Mail has said that over the expected to staged walkouts of 115,000 Communication Workers Union (CWU) postal workers, during the build up to Christmas, it will only be running some...

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Applications Open for 2023/24 Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Emerging Musicians Fellowship

THE annual Fellowship programme offers 4 musicians in the early stages of their orchestral careers an immersive experience of life in an orchestra, both on and...

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An ePetition has been set up to:- "Stop mowing verges on the Formby Bypass"

AN ePetition that was set up on 2 September 2022 asking Sefton Council to:- "Stop it's constant mowing of the grass on the verges and central reservation of the Formby Bypass." The ePetition information can be found on the Sefton Council website runs until New Years Eve (31 December 2022) and can be signed on the Sefton Council website as well. For many...

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Countdown is on to River of Light

THERE'S just a few days to go until Liverpool's Waterfront is illuminated once again with an incredibly popular FREE outdoor art gallery. For 17 nights, from:- Friday, 21 October to Sunday, 6 November 2022, River Of Light will play host to a series of artworks created by local, national and international artists; all on the theme of Unexpected Twist; a nod to...

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Formby Reporter

A team of students from a Wigan School met stars from Channel 4's Hollyoaks after being winning the broadcaster's inaugural national 4Schools competition. The students from St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School visited the set of the popular drama and met several of the show's stars and production team in a special...

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Safe, engaging activities for 6,000 young people this Halloween and Bonfire Night, thanks to Region's Police Commissioner

MORE than 6,000 young people will be able to enjoy safe, engaging activities this Halloween and Bonfire Night, thanks to Merseyside's...

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Hollywood Bowl rolls out plans for new centre opening in Liverpool, Speke

BOWLING fans can look forward to exciting 10 pin action this autumn after the Hollywood Bowl Group have announced the opening date for its latest bowling and family entertainment centre at the New Mersey retail park...

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Dobbies' Southport store to host festive shopping night in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust

THE most magical time of the year is almost here and Dobbies, the UK's leading garden centre, is welcoming the start of the festive season with a special charity shopping night in aid of National Charity Partner, Teenage Cancer...

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Girlguiding campaign 'Girls Are Made Of...' shows true face of 4 year olds

GIRLGUIDING; the leading charity for girls and young women in the UK; today announces, on International Day of The Girl, that they are officially opening the doors to 4 year old girls nationwide. Rainbows, the charity's youngest section, will now...

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Damien Moore MP Confirms Ground breaking New £5 million Community Diagnostic Centre at Southport Hospital

LOCAL MP Damien Moore has confirmed a £5 million investment into Southport Hospital for a new permanent Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC), which is expected to open in December 2022...

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Reminder about possible travel chaos on the A565 - Formby Bypass

ON 14 November 2022, the Formby Bypass (A565) will have a have a temporary speed limit of 30mph, and the footpath and cycle lane will also be shut to allow work to be undertaken on the footpath and cycle lane. The areas affected will be the section that passes RAF Woodvale, between:- Dunlop Avenue, Woodvale and Southport Road, Formby. We are told by Sefton Council that the work will be done over off peak times...

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Charity's afternoon tea with a twist - time to "Sip and Shop"

RAINBOW Hub is offering a unique opportunity to enjoy afternoon tea with your friends whilst indulging in a shopping bonanza and helping raise funds for the charity. The North West charity which supports children with physical and neurological disabilities, is organising a fabulous afternoon at the:- Bliss Hotel, Southport Waterfront, on:- Sunday, 30 October 2022, from 12 Noon to 4pm with funds raised helping them provide...

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Commuters return to Seacombe as Mersey Ferries refresh project is completed

MERSEY Ferries services are making a welcome return to Seacombe, Wirral following a major upgrade of the ferry terminal that has welcomed passengers for hundreds of years. Both Commuter and River Explorer Cruises returned to Seacombe re-opened on Monday, 17 October 2022...

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Solo exhibition:- 'Bloom - A Celebration Of Flowers In Vases' by Carole Dawber is heading to a Southport Art Gallery

IF pictures had a scent, then Carole Dawber's embroideries and paintings would certainly fill the air with their tempting fragrances. In Art flowers have always stood the test of time as the ultimate source of...

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The Grand in Southport unveils new Princess Grace Suite as £4m transformation continues

THE ground floor of the stunning art deco venue on Lord Street, formerly The Grand Casino, opened in July, featuring The Grand Brasserie and Chloe's Piano Bar. Friday, 14 October 2022, saw the official opening of the second phase in the ambitious project, with people able to view...

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Strictly stars shine brightly for St Joseph's Hospice

9 supporters of St Joseph's Hospice in Thornton performed live at its Strictly St Joseph's event last month which has raised around £10,000 for the charity. The annual event, now in its 2nd year, took place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, in Liverpool, and was supported by Marshside School of...

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Get tested, get treated…

WITH new data showing that diagnosed cases of STIs are on the increase nationally, Liverpool residents are reminded that getting tested and treated has never been easier. Liverpool's integrated service:- 'Axess Sexual Health' launched in 2021 to improve the sexual and reproductive health of residents by taking a holistic approach to care. They offer better and easier...

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North West Region to receive £59 million investment boost

PATIENTS in the North West are set to benefit from innovative new treatments and improved delivery of health and care services following significant funding to support ground-breaking experimental medicine research and advance the UK's response to patient safety challenges. On Friday, 14 October 2022, the Government has announced that over £59 million of funding, allocated by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), will go to support specialist research facilities bringing together scientists across...

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The 1p heat hack for keeping warm this Autumn

A 3rd of the nation is missing out on a humble heat hack this autumn, simply because they are mistaken about the cost Using an electric blanket during the colder months can save hundreds of pounds, yet 32% are missing out as they believe they are expensive to run, when in fact they cost just 1 penny to heat your entire bed. The new data, from sleep experts Silentnight, has uncovered just how concerned the nation is about their bills, with the research revealing that 84% are concerned about the cost of their energy bills and 73% are concerned...

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'Decarbonise now' staff and students tell University of Liverpool

STAFF and students have jointly demanded the University of Liverpool commit to net zero by 2030 as part of a groundbreaking Green New Deal claim. The claim, submitted today (Thursday) during Great Big Green Week, has been drafted jointly by the University of Liverpool branches of University and...

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Almost quarter of a million parents with young children in the North West are struggling financially

NEW poll reveals almost quarter of a million parents with young children in the North West are struggling financially or with their mental health, as almost 1 in 3 struggle to get professional support; UNICEF UK Across Britain over 2 million families...

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7 out of 10 North West SME's don't know their business carbon emissions

A brand new takeaway, specialising in ribs, has opened its doors in Southport, describing itself as:- "takeaway reinvented." The new takeaway, Gannets, opened its doors for the 1st time, on Monday, 10 October 2022. A new and unique offering to the area, Gannets...

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"Takeaway reinvented" - A brand new takeaway, specialising in ribs, has opened in Southport this month

A national festival designed to inspire a love of learning in family life is set to launch across the UK. The Family Learning Festival is an annual nationwide celebration where organisations of all types and sizes coordinate local activities and online workshops that...

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80% Of UK Workers Are Looking For A New Job, Survey Reveals

NEARLY 8 out of 10 people currently in work are looking for a new job because they feel undervalued by their bosses, according to a new national study. And that's bad news for employers, already feeling the stretch when it comes to recruitment. 79% of employees who feel undervalued are looking for a job elsewhere, according to the study by Appreciate Business Services, with the...

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£4.3m plan to attract major events to Liverpool City Region

THE Combined Authority is set to approve funding for a 5 year plan to attract major conferences and sporting events to ACC Liverpool. Under the proposal, a £4.37m fund would be created with the Combined Authority contributing £1.42m towards attracting major events. The remainder would come from private sources. The money would be used to ensure Liverpool remains...

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More than 50% the UK public say they have witnessed modern slavery

NEW research from The Coalition to Stop Slavery has found that more than 50% of adults in the UK think they have spotted a victim of modern slavery, but only a little over 1 in 3 of those has ever raised concerns with Police or others; often because they are scared to do so. The findings suggest that 52% of the population have spotted people they think are victims...

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Cross party group launches inquiry into the cost of living crisis affecting rural areas

THE All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Rural Business and the Rural Powerhouse is today issuing a call for evidence from across the rural economy to establish the effects the cost of living crisis is having on businesses and communities in the countryside. The UK is in a cost of living crisis. Inflation is currently at 9.9% and is expected to climb higher...

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Procurement transformation to become:- 'Best In Class'

A 2 year plan to transform the way Liverpool City Council buys services in order to deliver better value for money for residents, is set to be implemented. Earlier this year, the Council commissioned specialist external consultancy 4C Associates to carry out a review of the existing systems and processes across the organisation. This was in response to the Best Value Inspection in 2021, and subsequent appointment of...

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£50 million to tackle health inequalities through research

PEOPLE set to benefit from a £50 million research boost to tackle health inequalities in local areas and improve health outcomes across the country. The significant investment, overseen by the National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR), will enable 13 local Authorities to set up pioneering Health Determinants Research Collaborations (HDRCs) between with experts and academics to address knowledge gaps in local...

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Damien Moore MP Confirms Ground breaking New £5 million Community Diagnostic Centre at Southport Hospital

SOUTHPORT'S Conservative MP, Damien Moore, has confirmed a £5 million investment into Southport Hospital for a new permanent Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC), which is expected to open in December 2022. This follows Mr. Moore's repeated engagement with the Department for Health to ensure that his constituents get the care they need and...

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Emily Spurrell invites residents to share views and concerns at monthly PCC Surgeries

MERSEYSIDE'S Police Commissioner is launching regular public surgeries to hear the views and feedback of local people on how we can build a stronger, safer Merseyside. Emily Spurrell is introducing the monthly advice surgeries as part of her commitment to giving local people a greater voice on policing, crime and community safety issues, within Merseyside. The PCC advice...

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Additional help with energy bills in Liverpool

RESIDENTS in Liverpool on means tested benefits who are in arrears with their energy supplier are being invited to apply for a discretionary scheme to help with their gas and electricity bills. The Government has given Liverpool City Council £1.6 million to make payments to eligible households as part of the Council Tax Energy Rebate. The discretionary scheme is...

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£5m plan to extend pioneering community programme to Liverpool City Region's most deprived areas

LOCAL leaders will consider a pioneering £5m plan to improve life chances in some of the Liverpool City Region's most deprived areas. The meeting of the Region's Combined Authority will be asked to approve funding to support the roll out of the Cradle to Career change...

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5 ways to save money with pet costs at an all time high

THE price of owning a pet is on the rise, with inflation on pet products, such as food, health items and treats, up a massive 85% since 2015. Pet food costs in particular have seen a stark rise, with shoppers hitting out at high price increases in supermarkets such as:- Tesco, Asda and Morrisons. The cost of pet care has also increased by 10% in the 2021. 3.4m Brits made the heartbreaking...

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New pilot scheme will improve mental health care for patients

PATIENTS seeking mental health care will have access to more efficient services thanks to a new pilot scheme being launched by Health Education England. Specialty and Associate Specialist (SAS) doctors in psychiatry are being given the opportunity to train as approved clinicians. This provides them with the ability to take on more responsibility and make higher level...

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Damien Moore MP opens nominations for Southport Community Pub Hero Award

SOUTHPORT MP Damien Moore has asked the Town's residents to get in touch and nominate a local pub for the national:- 'Community Pub Hero' awards, run by PubAid in conjunction with the All Party Parliamentary Beer Group. Every year, PubAid runs a competition to recognise and reward those pubs which go the extra mile to support their local community, such as...

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Big Bog's Big win Liverpool microbrewery take home North West's top beer award

BIG Bog Brewing Co. have taken home the Overall Champion Cask Beer Award at the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) North West Independent Beer Awards 2022, which took place at the Bolton Beer Festival. Their Gold winning beer:- 'Peat Bog Porter' wowed judges with:- "superb balance and drinkability for such a full flavoured dark beer." The...

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