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  1. msn homepage
    Started by tis-cas 22/02/2012 Go to first new post

    Not a clue why but when i logged onto the computer the other day my msn was for some reason switched to the Japanese page. Could anyone tell me how to get it back to English please ?

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    22/02/2012 08:31 PM
    tis-cas
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  2. Greenbank High
    Started by latte 22/02/2012

    A letter from Greenbank today stated that in two seperate incidents, (yesterday, and this morning) a man in a car approached the girls. The first was a man in a black car on scarisbrick new road yesterday at about 4pm. The second incident was approx 8.30am today by the rugby club on waterloo...

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    22/02/2012 08:25 PM
    latte
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  3. 2nd ditzy thread- Whats the difference with Two /to and too....?
    Started by tinseltoes 22/02/2012

    My sons homework- i know the 'two' bit- but whats the to and too bit please!?? Im quite good at English but i seem to have lost the clarification of the meanings!!! Please help?

    • 2
    22/02/2012 08:24 PM
    Justlookin
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  4. 1980's toys?
    Started by littlemum 21/02/2012

    Does anyone collect toys? Specifically My Little Pony ones? Got a collection here I want to sell x

    • 3
    22/02/2012 08:18 PM
    Derek H
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  5. i am officially a terrible cook!!!
    Started by tinseltoes 21/02/2012

    im an abismal cook!!- in my mind i was going to cook home made burgers with sweet potatoe hash browns- the only bit of that menu that made it to the plate was....brown (and a lot of hash- not the bad kind!!!) !!! I need help!!! i mean well- i just cant cook!!

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    22/02/2012 08:10 PM
    tinseltoes
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  6. Calling All Pigeon Fanciers In The Southport Area
    Started by gazb 21/02/2012

    If you are a pigeon fancier living in or around the Southport area, this could concern you. http://www.change.org/petitio ns/save-our-racing-pigeons-deb ate-the-overpopulation-of-pred atory-hawks-inhabiting-urban-a reas http://saveourracingpigeons.y olasite.com/

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    22/02/2012 08:09 PM
    mick the miller
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  7. UNOFFICIAL Southport.GB lottery syndicate LOTTO
    Started by vanman 12/02/2011

    12th Feb 2011 As from now this is the only thread to post on concerning the unofficial lotto. Thank You :) I would like to unofficially welcome you all to our UNOFFICIAL Southport.GB lottery syndicate LOTTO. :) I have the privilege to be your manager and it is my pleasure to have John...

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    22/02/2012 08:08 PM
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  8. is Southport going to the dogs?!
    Started by Delbertious 22/02/2012

    Wtf another double murder! I know Southport has always had a bad drug problem and issues with late night drinking and associated troubles but we now seem to be having and epidemic of murders and rapes! Burglary and theft is on the rise and you can blame the recession for that but all the rest!

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    22/02/2012 07:58 PM
    Nomad
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  9. WHEEEEEEEEEEEE !!! Ive got internet! FREE internet! No more dongleeee dooo!
    Started by KissThis 21/02/2012

    My lovely new neighbours have logged me into their internet so I dont have to worry about my dongle running out, not being able to get online, being pickled off when I cant afford to top up dongle... I can be here foreverrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!!! :gwave :gwave :gwave :gwave

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    22/02/2012 07:55 PM
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  10. War in Iran
    Started by chirpy cockney 18/02/2012

    So it looks highly likely the Americans/Israelis will go war with Iran. Any ideas what Iran has done to deserve being attacked and any predictions as to the outcome?

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    22/02/2012 07:43 PM
    shippy
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  11. Disused Stations
    Started by AndyK 16/02/2012

    At long-last, the Southport to Preston line is featured on the Disused Stations site : http://www.disused-stations.or g.uk/sites.shtml Enjoy ! ( and why not send a message of encouragement to the sites' team who do a wonderful job ).

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    22/02/2012 07:42 PM
    silver fox
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  12. NEWS - when should a thread be a CLOSED THREAD
    Started by vanman 22/02/2012

    By now we all know when a news thread is going to attract the posters or is it the punters. A murder or a rape, a car crash, a suicide will all attract big hits on Qlocal. But do you think it is time for the news section to be split into two sections. One closed threads and one open...

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    22/02/2012 07:37 PM
    Stupot
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  13. Langs Lord St Closed
    Started by red flag 21/02/2012

    I see Langs Restaurant at the top of Lord St has closed down. When did that happen. I think they may have over extended themselves. Theres a new one in Longton I see.

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    22/02/2012 07:24 PM
    myrtle
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  14. Southport hospitals in 1917
    Started by ex more 22/02/2012

    Southport Convalescent Hospital and Sea Bathing Infirmary. Southport Cottage Hospital. District Provident Hospital.*** Church Town Hospital Meols Hall Southport Military Hospital.*** The Grange Hospital St John Southport Southport Infirmary The Woodlands Hospital Southport. Does anybody...

    • 3
    22/02/2012 07:21 PM
    ex more
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  15. Conservatory blinds - recommendations please
    Started by Duke Nukem 21/02/2012

    Anyone got any recommendations for having some Venetian blinds installed in a conservatory? Cheers.

    • 1
    22/02/2012 07:20 PM
    Duke Nukem
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  16. 'Upstairs Downstairs' BBC1 Sunday Night
    Started by kate1970 20/02/2012

    Loved watching the return of this last night, perfect Sunday night TV. Look forward to watching the other episodes. Would be intersting to see tho, if 'Downtown Abbey' was on the other side, which would get the most viewers?

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    22/02/2012 07:17 PM
    Nomad
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  17. Peacocks closed with immediate effect
    Started by DixieRoy 22/02/2012

    According to BBC news site, Edinburgh Wool Shop have bought Peacocks. They will be closing approx 300 stores, they are listed on BBC, and Southport is on list.

    • 5
    22/02/2012 07:12 PM
    Stupot
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  18. House wanted
    Started by oldschool1955 22/02/2012

    Still looking for a 2/3 bed house in Southport so please if you know any PRIVATE landlords who have property to rent pm me .Entwistle Green have a few but when i said there would be 3 of us they told me it would be £75 EACH to do a credit check i fired them off ! What a bloody rip-off ,i am as the ...

    • 0
    22/02/2012 06:32 PM
    oldschool1955
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  19. Shocking photographs or are they pieces of art.
    Started by vanman 21/02/2012

    just came across this photograph on Google Images may shock some, but may be looked by others as a piece of art Do you think this is shocking or bad taste. This picture captures all that is wrong with war. but has become an icon.

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    22/02/2012 05:31 PM
    Smythe
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  20. Homeless... End of the week
    Started by bambilove 21/02/2012

    Well, tried every avenue to re home myself and my two children without success. Luckily my children can go to my elderly parents temp, while i struggle to find storage and put myself on my good friends temp. This situation is going to get worse for a lot of people. Jus saying :/

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    22/02/2012 05:26 PM
    mick the miller
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  21. Steam-Hauled Excursion To York
    Started by AndyK 22/02/2012

    Unfortunately, being somewhat geographically distant, I will not be able enjoy the steam-hauled excursion to York. However, I was wondering if someone on Southport QLocal could immortalise the event and post some decent HQ video on a site such as Vimeo ?

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    22/02/2012 04:53 PM
    AndyK
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  22. House share
    Started by Hendrix 22/02/2012

    Professional persons for house share in large quiet house. Own bedroom, own living room, shared kitchen, laundry room and bathroom. Off road secure parking. £100 per week to include all utilities. Tel. 07403 717373

    • 0
    22/02/2012 04:42 PM
    Hendrix
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  23. Expect Delays!
    Started by seivad 22/02/2012

    There are over 3,000 people online right now, probably due to the tragic murder on Lonsdale Road. The site is starting to act up already, so there's a chance that shortly we may not be able to access it at all.

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    22/02/2012 04:36 PM
    steve
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  24. Bits in movies that scared you as a child
    Started by hettyketty 18/02/2012

    First one I remember was Ghostbusters 1984. The bit in the movie that terrified me was the ghost in the library. Laughable now when you look at special effects these days. Most recent that scared me was the Grudge! Poltergiest still scares me.

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    22/02/2012 04:28 PM
    Nomad
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  25. re messages about man found hanged in hesketh park
    Started by squarah75 21/02/2012

    to those of you who left kind word regarding this matter, i thank you from the bottom of my heart. he was my ex partner and the father of my child soon to be children. he also leaves 4 other beautiful children behind. i dont think anyone who has experianced such a loss can ever truly understand...

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    22/02/2012 04:09 PM
    deafali
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  26. Banksy pics?
    Started by whiplash 21/02/2012

    I have seen(somewhere i think) a Banksy pic of a cleaner sweeping the dust under the rug,but on a wall! if that makes sense.If it is real,it would be a brill birthday present for my dad,(80 in April). Thanks.

    • 25
    22/02/2012 04:04 PM
    Robin Banks
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  27. If anyone fancies a trip to York hauled by a steam loco
    Started by Beau Nidle 12/02/2012

    Look here http://www.compasstoursbyrail .co.uk/index.php?page=shop.pro duct_details&flypage=flypa ge_compass.tpl&product_id= 31&category_id=2&optio n=com_virtuemart&Itemid=16 I believe the loco will be a Black 5

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    22/02/2012 03:12 PM
    bambi275
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  28. FAO Mad Mike
    Started by Topsy42 22/02/2012

    Mike I have texted you but am not sure if you have received it or not. Just wanted to say thankyou very much for all the boxes that you left for me this morning. Thankyou , Best wishes

    • 0
    22/02/2012 02:52 PM
    Topsy42
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  29. Football Coaching for 3yr olds
    Started by AB Wild Images 21/02/2012

    does anyone know of any clubs that do football coaching for 3yr olds?? or any idea where i can find out ? cheers a

    • 9
    22/02/2012 02:29 PM
    imthe mum
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  30. Who's going to York on the 4th of April then?
    Started by Willywonka 22/02/2012

    How many of us are going? It's not every day a steam train comes into Southport and takes passengers for a day out. I don't know if this is a one off once in a lifetime opportunity or if there will be more excursions like this in the future. Considering it's only £20 more than the normal...

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    22/02/2012 02:22 PM
    melanieb
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  31. Cat Missing
    Started by Topsy42 21/02/2012

    Cat black with white hind legs. Answers to Tom Cat. Very vocal. Doesnt like being picked up. Got out through bedroom window last night. Compton Road. Have been al round Eastbourne, Bury, UArd Matlock today , no joy. If you find him pease let us know, she isnt microchipped. Kids, and me,...

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    22/02/2012 01:52 PM
    Topsy42
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  32. Hymns
    Started by steftabron 14/01/2012

    Every Thursday morning at school we had to go to church, two by two, hand in hand. aww. my favourite ever ever hymns were and are When a Knight Won His Spurs and Make Me a Channel of Your Peace Did / do you have a favourite hymn/s?

    • 50
    22/02/2012 01:35 PM
    tougholdbird
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  33. One year on.
    Started by pedoja 21/02/2012

    I cannot believe that it is a whole year since we were all shocked to hear of the earthquake that hit Christchurch in New Zealand and to learn of the bravery of some of our New Zealand posters. I know that they are still having aftershocks but I wish everyone well and hope that they can keep...

    • 5
    22/02/2012 01:34 PM
    ChrisR
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  34. can anyone help identify the street this house is on please? it IS in Southport.
    Started by nuttybird1977 20/02/2012

    I have posted this in the past section but was hoping for a quicker response if possible,the picture below was taken just after WW1 at a hodson family wedding. What's driving me crazy is that I grew up in Part street and remember passing this house daily even remember the colour of the external...

    • 39
    22/02/2012 01:27 PM
    jenchris
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  35. Nhs
    Started by ecclefechan 21/02/2012

    It's a pity our own MP hasn't voted against the Bill. In the latest Libdem leaflet they tell us that he's leading the fight against it. Utter nonsense. He always abstains. But then he's a Libdem so sitting on the fence comes naturally.

    • 7
    22/02/2012 12:56 PM
    Moriarty
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  36. Auction rooms?
    Started by rumscious 22/02/2012

    Anyone know of any good auction rooms in southport or surrounding areas? not for super expensive antiques, just nice furniture house clearence etc ?

    • 2
    22/02/2012 12:45 PM
    taffy
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  37. Advice on posting pictures please?
    Started by caveywavey 21/02/2012

    I'm at a loss how to post certain pictures from t'interweb onto SGB. When I try to save a certain j.peg image to a file, it shows as bitmap (*.bmp), which I can't then post on SGB. Any ideas how to get round this please?

    • 3
    22/02/2012 10:54 AM
    *concerned*
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  38. Signal North & the Hollie Grieg case: Opinions?
    Started by sallycinnamon 20/02/2012

    Singal North posted the following in another thread. I had read about this case previously, as it is a few years old now, but has been prodded by the incarceration of Robert Green last week, for breach of the peace and harrasment. Robert Green has been a vociferous campaigner, not...

    • 17
    22/02/2012 10:41 AM
    signalnorth
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  39. FAO Woodlands!! Im preparing!
    Started by KissThis 21/02/2012

    For my baby squirrel/s :D I have already: Snug and safe 'nest' consisting of a plastic storage container with a lid that has middle cut out and strong mesh over cut out area. Various cages for when baby is a bit older. reheatable bean-bag

    • 4
    22/02/2012 10:20 AM
    *concerned*
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  40. That's All, Folks!
    Started by Nomad 22/02/2012

    To lighten the mood, and whilst I'm in embedding mode, I intend signing off this evening with a couple of jokes.

    • 1
    22/02/2012 09:21 AM
    melanieb
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  41. Last Chance to Save Facilities in Botanic and Hesketh Park
    Started by tougholdbird 19/02/2012

    This is your last chance to sign the petition to save the facilities in Botanic Gardens and Hesketh Park! We have just over 2,000 signatures but 3,000 would be better! Please sign the petition if you haven't already done so - if you have then Thank You Can anybody take a petition and gather...

    • 20
    22/02/2012 07:47 AM
    tougholdbird
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  42. The BRIT Awards.
    Started by whiplash 21/02/2012

    Now i am feeling old....never heard of any of the groups/bands.:confused:

    • 8
    22/02/2012 03:56 AM
    Nomad
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