Celebrating our foster carers in Central and South Lancashire
To celebrate the hard work and achievements of local foster carers, Lancashire County Council last night held an awards ceremony event at County Hall, Preston. Foster carers from across the county were...
View ArticleCandidates for the Lancashire County Council elections
The list of candidates for the Lancashire County Council elections on Thursday 4 May is now available to view online: www.lancashire.gov.uk/elections/candidates/index.asp
View ArticleCouncillor slams conman jailed for targeting elderly resident
A man was yesterday (5 April) sentenced to 12 months imprisonment after pleading guilty to fraud offences at Liverpool Crown Court in a prosecution brought by St Helens Council Trading Standards. Over...
View Articlegoactive’s Easter Egg Hunt Eggtravaganza
Hop along to the Dream on Good Friday and take part in goactive’s free Easter egg hunt. Held in the beautiful surroundings of Bold Forest Park, this egg-citing five-mile Easter egg hunt and trail walk...
View ArticleThe countdown is on for the Liverpool City Region Mayoral election
There’s just four weeks to go now until the first ever Liverpool City Region Mayoral election. On Thursday, 4 May 2017, all eligible residents over the age of 18 years across the Liverpool City Region...
View ArticleSCA to become two listed companies: SCA and Essity
SCA, the leading global hygiene and forest products company, will be split into two listed companies. One company will continue to be known as SCA, an efficient and well-invested forest company that...
View ArticleSporting Challenge Activities offer new activities
Sporting Challenge Activities are diversifying their range of activities for adults with additional needs in West Lancashire. Recent “new” activities include snooker, a fitness night, walks, Latin...
View ArticleKnowsley’s Early Help strategy endorsed by Cabinet
At Knowsley Council’s Cabinet on 5 April 2017 Knowsley’s Early Help Strategy 2017-2020 was given the green light. Early Help offers support to children and families at the earliest opportunity to...
View ArticleBASH is a hit with pupils
Bookworms from primary and secondary schools across the borough have been hard at it over the past few months, deciding on their favourite reads of the year. St Helens Schools Library Service operates...
View ArticleBe prepared if you get sick over Easter
With Easter, fast approaching, local health professionals are reminding people to examine their options, should they or their family members become unwell over the long weekend. Many GP practices will...
View ArticleGround-breaking Forensic Academy to be launched in Lancashire
Lancashire Constabulary and the University of Central Lancashire have this week officially entered into a strategic partnership that will enhance forensic science services in Lancashire. This is the...
View Article£3 million to improve journeys and safety at Switch Island
A total of £3 million is being invested to improve journeys and safety at one of the North West’s busiest motorway junctions. Highways England has announced plans for major improvements to Switch...
View ArticleMayoral engagements, week commencing Monday 10 April
Tuesday 11 April 3pm County Hall, Preston The Deputy Mayor will attend a meeting with the new High Sheriff of Lancashire, Mr Robert Webber Wednesday 12 April 10am Town Hall, Salford The Mayor &...
View ArticlePrivate hire vehicle driver prosecuted
A private hire driver was ordered to pay out a total of £541 by Preston Magistrates Court and had his driving licence endorsed with six points after West Lancashire Borough Council officers caught him...
View ArticleLocal Health Chiefs Back National Bowel Cancer Campaign
Health chiefs across West Lancashire, Southport and Formby are urging everyone aged 60–74 not to ignore their bowel cancer screening kit when it arrives in the post. On average, only around half of the...
View ArticleSkelmersdale Air Cadets annual Easter Bingo
The Air Cadets are a self-financing organisation so fundraising is crucial for maintaining our fantastic training facilities and giving the cadets the best opportunities. We rely heavily on donations,...
View ArticleAnti-social behaviour crackdown springs into action
A successful campaign which aims to clampdown on anti-social behaviour during the lighter evenings has re-launched in St Helens. Now in its seventh year, Springwatch sees community safety partners join...
View ArticleNational Offer Day for places at Lancashire primary schools
Lancashire County Council is reminding parents that they’ll find out which primary school their child has been allocated a place at on Sunday 16 April, which is also Easter Sunday this year. National...
View ArticleKaren Jackson named interim chief executive
Karen Jackson has been appointed interim Chief Executive of Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust. She succeeds Iain McInnes who has been interim Chief Executive since August. He is returning to a...
View ArticleThere is still time to give your views on important stage for the Local Plan
People living and working in West Lancashire can still have their say on important early work that will guide how the borough develops in the future. The Borough Council is working on a new Local Plan...
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