Honours presentation at Lancaster Castle
** Issued on behalf of the Lord Lieutenant’s office ** The historic and majestic surroundings of Lancaster Castle will host a prestigious Honours ceremony on Friday 23 September. Eleven recipients from...
View ArticleAdoption information evening – come along and find out more
Anyone thinking about starting or growing their family through adoption is invited to an information evening in Preston to find out more. The event will be held on Tuesday 13 September at County Hall,...
View ArticleMayoral Opening Event
Fit Play is a project that offers affordable fitness, health and wellbeing activities for parents with young children with a crèche so they can bring their children with them. The project offers...
View ArticleMuseums are dementia experts
Museums service is the first organisation to provide Tier 2 dementia training to health and social care professionals National Museums Liverpool has become the first organisation to pilot a ‘Tier 2’...
View ArticleMayor of West Lancashire meets families helped by Ormskirk Hospitals’ Neo...
Children given lifesaving medical treatment at Ormskirk Hospital’s Neo-Natal Unit met the Mayor of West Lancashire Councillor Liz Savage when she visited the service. Councillor Savage is aiming to...
View ArticleLeyland Zone hosts careers event
A jobs and training event in South Ribble will give young people between the ages of 15 and 19 the chance to secure a job or an apprenticeship, gain more qualifications or further their education. The...
View ArticleGear up for an action packed weekend in St Helens
Gear yourself up for an action packed weekend from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 September as classic cars, a hugely popular vintage arts and crafts fair – and National Heritage Open Days return to St Helens....
View ArticleBootle War Memorial Rededication Event
A local monument is set to be re-dedicated following the completion of a conservation project. Bootle War Memorial, located in King’s Gardens on Stanley Road, was awarded a grant of £88,320 by War...
View ArticleSkelmersdale Air Cadets looking for people on this photo
Skelmersdale Air Cadets are looking for the people on the above photo. It is unsure as to which camp the photo would have been or as to what year the photo was taken. If you or a member of your family...
View ArticleTwo wheel taster for new motorcyclists
Ever fancied taking to two wheels – but worried about how and where to start? If so, a new FREE motorcycle training course could be just what you’re looking for. Get On is the motorcycle industry’s...
View ArticleWar veteran’s home raided during birthday celebrations
We are appealing for information after a 96-year-old man’s home was burgled in Preston as he celebrated his birthday. Police were called around 2pm on Sunday (August 28), following reports of a...
View ArticleTots 2 Toddlers at Park Farm Centre
September sees the launch of a brand new play group at Park Farm ACYP Centre. Aimed at young children aged 0-5 years, ‘Tots 2 Toddlers’ sessions includes stories, arts and crafts, a snack for the...
View ArticleDivine Days celebrates funding award
A local organisation is celebrating after receiving £600 from the Barchester Foundation. Divine Days Creative Arts CIC have received £600 which will be used for craft materials, art materials and items...
View ArticleBrave Mayor takes a leap for charity
Chorley’s first citizen is taking to the skies to raise money for one of her chosen charities. The Mayor of Chorley, Councillor Doreen Dickinson, is to take part in a 10,000ft sky dive for The...
View ArticleMayor and Mayoress back Push Up Challenge
The Mayor and Mayoress of St Helens, Councillors Dave and Jeanette Banks, have given their backing to the 22 Push Up Challenge – to help armed forces veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress...
View ArticleMayoral engagements, week commencing Monday 5 September
Tuesday 6 September 8.45am Bridge Cottage, Park Road, Port Sunlight The Mayor & Consort will attend the Mayor of Wirral’s “At Home” Wednesday 7 September 2pm Whalley Golf Club The Mayor & Guest...
View ArticleWoman, 22, attacked by female in Blackburn
We are appealing for information following a serious assault in Blackburn. Around 3pm on Tuesday, August 30, the victim, a 22 -year-old woman, was walking in the pedestrianised area close to the...
View ArticleJoin the Recovery Walk
Warrington Borough Council’s public health team is encouraging residents to join the 8th UK Recovery Walk, which takes place in Halton on 10th September. The Recovery Walk is held in September every...
View ArticleCouncil invests in waste centres to boost recycling
A popular recycling centre in Wigan Borough is back in business after a million pound upgrade. Chanters Recycling Centre in Atherton has undergone major improvements and the council is urging residents...
View ArticleWarrington best family town in the north
Warrington is the fourth best place in the UK to raise a family according to the uSwitch Better Family Life Index 2016 survey. The price comparison company surveyed all 138 local authorities in the...
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