Union J among spectacular line-up for Christmas lights switch-on
Thousands of visitors are expected to once again gather on Victoria Square in St Helens town centre on Saturday 19 November for the spectacular Christmas lights switch on party. Headlining the event is...
View ArticleLancashire councils earn success on road to Combined Authority
Councils in Lancashire are celebrating after being awarded £260,000 of funding just weeks after setting up a shadow Combined Authority for the county. The money will go towards creating better homes...
View ArticleHave your say on where you would like to vote in Burscough East and...
Voters living in part of Burscough East and Wrightington Wards are being invited to give their comments in an important local review. The Borough Council is carrying out a review of the arrangements...
View ArticleSkelmersdale ‘Mischief Night’ operation a success
The police response to keep people safe on ‘Mischief Night’ in Skelmersdale has been hailed a success. There were a small number of arrests and a number of people were given dispersal notices. Mischief...
View ArticleCounty Hall lit up in purple to support pancreatic cancer awareness
Lancashire’s historic County Hall will be lit up in purple during November, to support the ‘Turn it Purple’ campaign to raise awareness of pancreatic cancer. The campaign, run by national charity...
View ArticleCall for nominations – Lancashire’s PROUD 2017 awards
Inspiring children and young people from Lancashire can now be nominated to receive a recognition award. PROUD will recognise the successes and contributions made by children and young people who are...
View ArticleSafety first thanks to Crucial Crew
Nearly 2000 children from primary schools across the borough gathered at Langtree Park to learn the importance of personal safety and social responsibility. Year 5 pupils (ages 9-10) joined St Helens...
View ArticleRuskin Drive closed at bridge
Work is underway to replace the weak bridge at the end of Ruskin Drive. The replacement bridge is part of the Ruskin Sports Redevelopment, which offers much improved facilities, including 3G football...
View Article140 knives handed in during surrender
A total of 140 knives were handed in during the constabulary’s fortnight long surrender that took place last month. From Monday 17 to Monday 31 October, the force held the surrender as part of a...
View ArticleInformation evening for potential foster carers
New foster carers are being recruited by Lancashire County Council to provide homes for the 1600 children in their care while they can’t live with their families. Anyone interested is invited to come...
View ArticleInformation appeal after car windscreen smashed by rock thrown from bridge in...
Another car has its screen smashed by kids throwing rocks from the bridge over McDonalds last night (Tuesday 1st November). A local lady driving her 15 plate Vauxhall out of the Concourse car park at...
View ArticleSpooky sports camp goes down a treat
Over 100 children from across the borough turned out to enjoy a fabulous, fun week of activities at a sports camp during the October half-term holidays. Held at Selwyn Jones Sports Centre by Inspired...
View ArticleBetter for babies and young children
Lancashire County Council is asking people to think about growing their family through adoption. A special event will be held at County Hall to help people find out about adoption and the process...
View ArticleParade Marshals Wanted
Organisers have put out a request for volunteer marshals to help marshal the Skelmersdale Remembrance Day Parade on 13th November. The marshals are needed to help close junctions along the route and...
View ArticleA fantastic day of celebrations lined up for the Sandy Lane Centre
Come along to the Sandy Lane Centre in Skelmersdale on Saturday 12 November for a fantastic day of entertainment and celebration. A special free exhibition has been organised by West Lancashire Borough...
View ArticleClock Tower and Lightcube to be lit purple for pancreatic cancer awareness
Ormskirk Clock Tower and the Lightcube in Skelmersdale will shine purple to raise awareness of pancreatic cancer. Following a request, West Lancashire Borough Council has arranged for the structures to...
View ArticleMill Green jobs fair packs a punch
Mill Green School recently teamed up with the Department for Work and Pensions to a deliver a jobs fair where pupils were given an insight into what working life has to offer, by taking part in a...
View ArticleMake sure you are not breaking the law with your dog
Dog owners must ensure their pet is microchipped and West Lancashire Borough Council is organising an event where they can get the job done for free. New legislation came into force earlier this year...
View ArticleCouple raise cash for specialist neonatal cot
Fundraisers presented a specialist cot to the Neonatal Unit at Ormskirk and District General Hospital. Gareth Lee and Katie Jennings raised the cash through the 4 Louis charity which supports bereaved...
View ArticleWinter Warmth event is a hot success
Across the UK during 2014-2015 there were an estimated 43,900 extra deaths over the winter period. And older people who may be frail, or who have existing health conditions, are particularly at risk....
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