18 Green Flags awards for parks in Knowsley
Knowsley has been successful in its bid to boost the number of Green Flag parks in the borough. This year Acornfield Plantation in Kirkby and Prescot and St Mary’s Churchyard have been awarded Green...
View ArticleSt Helens parks fly the flag
Two more St Helens parks have joined the 11 across the borough already entitled to fly the prestigious Keep Britain Tidy Green Flag. Those joining the select band are the recently refurbished Victoria...
View ArticleFarewell to Haydock staff
A combined teaching total of 172 years was marked when five members of staff retired from Haydock High School. Colleagues and pupils said farewell to Dee Griffiths, Jane Valentine, Chris Smaje, Rita...
View ArticleRadley Common just keeps getting better
It’s game on at Radley Common as more than 200 local people celebrate their new multi-use games area (MUGA). The MUGA was officially opened by the Mayor of Warrington at a fun day at Radley Common on...
View ArticleChorley set for blooming marvellous flower show
Chorley will be blooming with displays from the most talented exhibitors in the country as the borough launches its first ever flower show in the historic grounds of Astley Park. The town will become a...
View ArticleWest Lancashire Walking Festival
Stride out for the West Lancashire Walking Festival and you can learn about local wildlife as well as enjoying tours of the borough’s towns and countryside. West Lancashire Borough Council rangers work...
View ArticleYoung drivers take part in autosolo challenge
Young drivers with experience of competing in regional competitions will be showing off their skills at Ormskirk MotorFest on Sunday 30 August. The Under-17 Motor Club North West is organising the...
View ArticleExciting West Lancashire Community Safety Partnership events
Free football coaching and fantastic food are just two of the great features at some of the community events in Skelmersdale during August. West Lancashire Community Safety Partnership (WLCSP) members...
View ArticleAuthor receives Lancashire Book of the Year Award
The winner of Lancashire’s Book of the Year Award has attended a prestigious presentation ceremony at County Hall to receive the accolade. Now in its 29th year, it remains one of the few book awards...
View ArticleImprovement works on Holcroft Lane
Improvement works on Holcroft Lane will be starting on Holcroft lane on Monday 27 July and will last about six weeks. The repair and resurfacing works are taking place on Holcroft Lane from A574...
View ArticleRegional Smokefree Summer campaign launches in St Helens
St Helens Council’s top seasonal attraction – Summer Beach – provided the springboard to launch a regional campaign aimed at protecting children from exposure to smoking. ‘Smokefree Summer’ will see a...
View ArticleBreast cancer warning for over 70s
St Helens Council’s Public Health team is urging women over 70 to be more aware of breast cancer symptoms. It follows the launch of Public Health England’s ‘Be Clear on Cancer’ campaign earlier this...
View ArticleScorching start to a fun summer of events
There was certainly a carnival like atmosphere around the town centre this week as the Mayor and Mayoress of St Helens, Councillors Steve and Lynn Glover, officially opened the hugely popular Summer...
View ArticlePlanned roadworks in the North West – summary for Monday 27 July to Sunday 2...
Summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week. The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of Friday 24 July and...
View ArticleShow your local park some love during ‘Love Parks Week’
Residents are being urged to get outside to enjoy and celebrate the fantastic range of parks and green spaces available on their doorsteps during Love Parks Week 27 July to 2 August. Love Parks Week is...
View ArticleNew campaign targets Cheshire’s middle lane hoggers
A new campaign is being launched in Cheshire today warning middle-lane hoggers that they are putting their lives in danger, as well as risking an on-the-spot fine. Highways England has joined forces...
View ArticleCancer iVAN in Knowsley
The Cancer iVAN is hitting the streets in Knowsley, helping to raise awareness and early detection of cancer. Cancer specialists will be on-hand to identify symptoms, refer residents to their GP as...
View ArticleSummer fun at children’s centres
St Helens Council’s Children’s Centres have announced their summer schedule of events. With fun family activity events, regular baby group sessions and parenting drop-ins, there’s plenty to get...
View ArticleGet online and love the benefits
If you think surfing, skype and synch sound like sports activities, then a new campaign being launched by Chorley Council may be for you. It’s aimed at getting more people using the internet on a...
View Article11 good reasons to love Warrington’s parks
Warrington loves its parks as the town has scooped an amazing 11 prestigious Green Flag awards. Alexandra Park, Bewsey Park, Lymm Dam, Risley Moss Local Nature Reserve, St Peters Park, Walton Hall...
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