Dog owner issued with control order
The owner of a giant Schnauzer type dog was issued with a Control Order by St Helens Magistrates this week (22 October). Julie Barber of Wellbeck Avenue, Newton-le-Willows, accepted the court decision...
View ArticleMayoral engagements, week commencing Monday 26 October
Wednesday 28 October 6.50pm Chapel Gallery, Ormskirk The Mayor & Consort will attend the West Lancashire Design Awards Presentation Evening Thursday 29 October 1.45pm Astley Hall Museum & Art...
View ArticleInformation appeal made after newsagents is ram raided in Aughton
An appeal for information has been made by police following a newsagents being ram raided in Aughton. Police officers were called at about 3:20am on October 15th, to an address in Long Lane following...
View ArticleInformation appeal made after man is attacked on his way home in Wigan
An appeal for information has been made after a man was attacked as he made his way home in Wigan. At 9:50pm on Wednesday 21st October, a 51 year old man had been walking along Derwent Place, when he...
View ArticlePlanned roadworks in the North West – summary for Monday 26 October to Sunday...
The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of Friday 16 October and could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen...
View ArticleAndean addition to Walton children’s zoo
Walton Hall and Gardens children’s zoo have welcomed three new residents! On Friday 23 October, three male Andean alpacas moved into the zoo. They are all one year olds and have been purchased from...
View ArticleKnowsley Council introduces the Living Wage
Earlier this month, Knowsley Council implemented the Living Wage, meaning that around 900 of its lower-paid council employees will receive a pay rise. Council employees will earn a minimum of £7.85 an...
View ArticleSefton Cares
A successful campaign has been re-launched to encourage people to drop in on relatives, friends and neighbours to help them feel less isolated. As the Winter nights draw in, Sefton Council, in...
View ArticleCycleway improvements in South Ribble
Another section of the Leyland Community Health Loop cycleway has been given the go-ahead, with work starting next week. The new route will be created along part of Langdale Road, providing better...
View ArticleHalf-term fun in Lancaster
Lancaster City Museum has many exciting activities on offer for children and young people during the half-term holiday. Events range from a family-friendly art workshop inspired by the beauty of...
View ArticleLancashire Adult Learning College ready to build on success
Having been applauded for significant improvements in its most recent Ofsted report, Lancashire Adult Learning College (LALC) is preparing for its next monitoring visit. The most recent stock-take...
View ArticleKerryn on his feet walking three hours after hip replacement
Patients receiving a new hip are getting back on their feet faster with the help of better rehabilitation techniques. Thanks to the new approach Kerryn Bailey, 54, was walking on his new hip with...
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 Wednesday 4 November 2015 at County...
View Article‘Amp It Up’ at the Harris
A free celebration of live music will be held at Preston’s Harris Library, Museum and Art Gallery on Friday 30 October from 7.15pm to 10pm. The Amp It Up gig will be headlined by British indie rock...
View ArticleLack of strike power is costly for Skem
HALESOWEN TOWN 2 SKELMERSDALE UNITED 1 By Neil Leatherbarrow Arguably a lack of forward strength cost Skelmersdale at least a point on this trip down the West Midlands, they had more of the possession...
View ArticleUpcoming fixtures for Skelmersdale United
Fixtures sent courtesy of Neil Leatherbarrow Tuesday 27th October Workington Away (Evo-Stik Premier) 7-45 kick off Saturday 31st October Hyde United Home (FA Trophy 1st qualifying round) 3pm kick off...
View ArticleMidnight opening for latest Call of Duty launch at Golden Square Shopping Centre
A Warrington store will be throwing its doors open in the middle of the night to meet demand for the latest version of video game Call Of Duty. Black Ops 3 goes on sale at the stroke of midnight, early...
View ArticlePublic welcome at Trust board meeting
Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust will hold its next board meeting on Wednesday 4thNovember at 9am. The meeting will be held in the Boardroom in Corporate Office at Southport and Formby...
View ArticleThink ahead and get prepared for winter
Free winter driving packs will be given out by Warrington Borough Council’s road safety team in a series of winter driving events during November. The road safety team will be providing important...
View ArticleImportant voting reminder
Residents are being reminded to confirm their details, whether they have changed or not, to Warrington Borough Council so they are able to vote in the future. Household enquiry forms were issued in...
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