St Helens Council approves city region deal
St Helens Council has approved the Liverpool City Region Devolution agreement at its meeting this evening (Thursday 19 November). Council Leader Barrie Grunewald had recommended approval following...
View ArticleCouncils approve devolution deal
All Councils across the Liverpool City Region have tonight approved the Liverpool City Region Devolution Agreement, announced earlier this week by the Government. Council meetings took place in Halton,...
View ArticleLancashire supports HIV Testing Week
Lancashire County Council is supporting national HIV Testing Week by encouraging people who are most likely to be affected by HIV to take a test. Starting on Saturday 21 November, a number of events...
View ArticleWidnes to host traditional Christmas market
As part of Halton Borough Council’s festive celebrations this year, Widnes town centre will be hosting a traditional Christmas market. The market will be opening on Thursday 26th November and will be...
View ArticleLancashire museums and archives celebrate Lancashire Day
Museums and archives across the county are getting ready to celebrate Lancashire Day on Friday 27 November, with a number of events taking place to mark the occasion. Refreshments will be available at...
View ArticleLancashire’s gritters ready to go as freezing conditions forecast
Lancashire’s gritting crews are gearing up to treat the roads for the first time this winter, following forecasts of freezing conditions. The county’s 49-strong fleet is ready to be called into action...
View ArticleFlu jab – don’t put it off!
“IF you are eligible for a free flu vaccine, get it now” is the message from Warrington Borough Council’s public health team. Flu is a highly infectious disease with symptoms that come on very...
View ArticleFree online skills session for residents with sight loss
Royal National Institute for Blind People’s (RNIB) Online Today project will help local people with sensory loss get online. Blind and partially sighted people in St Helens are invited to attend a free...
View ArticlePlease help with new plaques for Ormskirk War Memorial
A special tribute is being planned to Ormskirk people who lost their lives serving their country in the two world wars and West Lancashire Borough Council wants your help with this. Ormskirk War...
View ArticleCouncil to launch campaign against domestic abuse
Warrington Borough Council will launch the Warrington White Ribbon Campaign on Wednesday 25 November to target domestic abuse within the borough. The annual campaign highlights the current extent of...
View ArticleWarrington primary school nationally recognised for excellence
Stretton St Matthew’s CofE in Stretton has been nationally recognised as one of England’s top performing primary schools. The Sunday Times Top 200 list, based on exam results and pupils attaining Level...
View ArticlePlanned road works in the North West: summary for Monday 23 November to...
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 20 November and could be...
View ArticleMayoral engagements, week commencing Monday 23 November
Tuesday 24 November 10am Aughton W.I. Hut The Deputy Consort will attend a North West Cancer Research Aughton Committee Charity Coffee Morning Wednesday 25 November 2pm Council Chamber, Council Offices...
View ArticleKeeping safe, warm and well during winter
The Met Office has issued a Level 2 cold weather alert across the region and Warrington Borough Council is reminding people to look out for vulnerable others and take care when out and about. A Level 2...
View ArticleEverton v Aston Villa Saturday 21st November Kick off 3pm
Everton could welcome back Tom Cleverley for the Villa game after he has recovered from his ankle injury. Everton could also receive a further boost with the possible first appearance of the season for...
View ArticleOn your bike- Free adult cycle roadskills training
Warrington Borough Council’s Sustainable Travel team is working with Bikeright of Manchester to offer free cycle training to anyone over 16. Whether you are a beginner, returning to cycling after a few...
View ArticleBank Park play area- for little wolves everywhere!
A Warrington Wolves themed play area is set to be installed in Warrington Borough Council’s Bank Park after residents were asked to choose a theme. In the latest development to revitalise Bank Park the...
View ArticleEverton dominant in 4-0 thrashing
Everton impressed once again in another display of confident attacking football, which is bringing excitement back to Goodison Park. Everton would have gone into the game against Villa feeling...
View ArticleWitness appeal made following multi vehicle collision M65
An appeal for witnesses has been made by police following a multi-vehicle collision on the M65. Officers received a call a little after 2am on the morning of Sunday 22nd November, after a Ford Fiesta...
View ArticleDon’t forget to apply for a primary school place for your child
If your child is starting primary school in 2016, don’t forget to put applying for their school place on your Christmas list. The closing date for applications is 15 January 2016, and online via the...
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