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In the lead-up to World Suicide Prevention Day on Saturday, 10 September, Warrington Borough Council’s public health team is encouraging residents to take care of their own mental wellbeing. The public...
View ArticleTown Hall on show for Heritage Day
The Mayor of Warrington is throwing open the doors of the Town Hall to give everyone the chance to explore the historic building. The Town Hall is being opened to the public on Saturday 10 September as...
View ArticleLocal partnership restores Woodchurch Memorial Garden
A memorial garden in Woodchurch has been restored to its former glory – thanks to a local partnership. Youth charity HYPE (Helping Young People Everywhere), the Wirral West Constituency Committee and...
View ArticleFuture of Parks and Greenspaces
Sefton Council values all its parks and greenspaces across the borough and is planning a consultation on their future management. A report titled ‘Better Places Greener Spaces – the Future of Parks and...
View ArticleApply now for a Silver Sunday grant and provide some fun for older people
People in West Lancashire are being encouraged to give an older person a silver service welcome on Sunday 2 October. Silver Sunday is an annual day of free fun and free activities for older people...
View ArticleKnow your numbers with free blood pressure checks
St Helens Council’s Public Health team is urging people to take the chance to get their blood pressure tested as part of Know Your Numbers Week. Starting on Monday 12 September, Know Your Numbers is...
View ArticleInclusion of public health grant within business rate retention ‘squeezes’...
A senior St Helens councillor has called on central government to carefully consider the impact of its proposal to include the public health grant within the self-sufficient 100 percent business rate...
View ArticleCommunity Safety Partnership has plans in place for Freshers’ Week 2016
West Lancashire Community Safety Partnership (WLCSP) is working to ensure that Edge Hill University’s new students have a safe and enjoyable time whilst studying and socialising in the borough. The...
View ArticleRenowned dance company to perform three shows in three Lancashire venues
Balbir Singh Dance Company “Taming The Kung Fu Dragon” Lowther Pavilion, Lytham St. Annes Wednesday 5 October, 7.30pm “Venetian Ballroom” The Rainhall Centre, Barnoldswick Friday 7 October, 7pm...
View ArticleMoped rider dies following collision in Scarisbrick
We are appealing for witnesses after a moped rider sadly died following a collision in Scarisbrick. At 9.45pm on Wednesday, September 7 a Piaggio Vespa was travelling along Dam Wood Lane in the...
View ArticleInformation appeal made after woman is robbed in Wigan
An appeal for information has been made by police after a woman suffered a fractured eye socket after a robbery in Wigan. On Monday 5th September 2016, at about 10:45pm, the 55 year old victim had been...
View ArticleRevised property proposals for Central and West Lancashire agreed by county...
Changes agreed today to the way Lancashire County Council services are delivered will ensure people still have good access to good services while delivering millions of pounds of savings. The county...
View ArticleJoin the hunt for household items which escape recycling
Lancashire County Council is urging people to join the hunt for the ‘unusual suspects’ – items that should be recycled but often end up in the general waste bin. The aim of this year’s National Recycle...
View ArticleKids enjoy a champion time at holiday sports camp
A summer sports camp for children in St Helens has proved to be a smash hit. Held at Selwyn Jones Sports Centre by Inspired Sports, the five week long camp saw over 200 boys and girls aged 4-11 try...
View ArticleFree dementia workshops for family carers
National Museums Liverpool takes dementia workshops on the road This Sunday, 11 September, marks National Dementia Carers’ Day, which recognises the important contribution family and informal carers...
View ArticleSunny Bunny’s is celebrating their first birthday and what an amazing year...
Sunny Bunny’s provides themed music, movement and sensory experiences designed for preschool children to enjoy with their grown-ups. Sunny Bunny’s is an exciting combination of story time, singing...
View ArticleVenues confirmed and Wristbands on sale for Chorley Live
Organisers of the popular Chorley Live event can now announce the venues taking part in this year’s live entertainment extravaganza, with wristbands now available to purchase at just £5. Chorley...
View ArticleAppeal for information after two robberies in Wigan
An appeal for information has been made by police after two robberies in Wigan. a little before 9.30pm on Sunday 4th September 2016, a man had been walking along Caroline Street when two men have...
View ArticleUpdate to conclusion of disciplinary investigation
Following the recent announcement relating to the conclusion of the independent investigation into conduct allegations against four senior members of staff, the Trust can confirm that the Deputy...
View ArticleWorld Alzheimer’s Day
Do you want to find out more about dementia and the support available locally? As part of World Alzheimer’s Day, Formby Library is hosting an event on Wednesday, September 21 to raise awareness about...
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