Disappointing display brings concerns for Everton
Everton fell to a defeat against Swansea which brought further concerns, not only in the manner of the defeat but also the further injuries which were picked up early in the game. One of the few recent...
View ArticleNew sexual health services for Lancashire
New and improved sexual health services for the people of Lancashire will launch on 1 April. The services, one providing a comprehensive service for all adults and one specifically for younger people...
View ArticlePublic urged to use A&E wisely
Hospital officials are urging people to avoid using A&E unless their condition is serious or life threatening. Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust is experiencing a high demand for hospital...
View ArticleCouncil bids for bus depot
Chorley Council is hoping to buy the town’s former bus depot as it develops its plans to improve the town centre. Councillors gave the green light to the purchase of the former Stagecoach depot on...
View ArticleAdvice available throughout the year for Lancashire young people who need help
Lancashire County Council is reminding young people that a service that was available to help them over the festive period is offered every day of the year. Talkzone offers advice, guidance, support...
View ArticlePublic welcome at Trust board meeting
Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust will hold its next board meeting on Wednesday 3rd February at 9.30am. The meeting will be held in the Clinical Education Centre at Southport and Formby...
View ArticlePleasing performance but no cigar for Skem
STOURBRIDGE 3 SKELMERSDALE UNITED 1 By Neil Leatherbarrow Stourbridge’s War Memorial Athletic Ground has this season hosted the BBC camera’s for an FA Cup tie, the club are on the verge of the FA...
View ArticleA very GRAND opening for Stocks Hall Mawdesley
The Care Industry in Lancashire received a huge boost last Friday 22nd January 2016, following the successful Official Grand Opening of the brand new, state of the art Care Development, Stocks Hall...
View ArticleSecond victory proves elusive
SKELMERSDALE UNITED 1 RAMSBOTTOM UNITED 1 By Neil Leatherbarrow Skelmersdale United went very close to a second victory in eight days at home to the strugglers from East Lancashire. Fighting back...
View ArticleEnjoy a roaring time in a library near you this February half-term
Dinosaurs may be extinct, but there is still one roaming around who certainly stinks- and he’s on his way to a library near you this February half-term. The Dinosaur that Pooped,’ the star of a series...
View ArticleHolocaust exhibition unveiled in Central Library
An exhibition highlighting the life of a Holocaust hero has been unveiled at St Helens Central Library. From Monday 25 – Thursday 28 January, the Champion of the Child exhibition, courtesy of the...
View ArticleSupport for Young Carers Awareness Day
Lancashire County Council is backing Young Carers Awareness Day on Thursday 28 January. This national day recognises the 700,000 children and young people under 18 years old in the UK who provide care...
View ArticleBe Active Returns for February Half Term
Young residents of Sefton are set for a super half term of events, sessions and fun as the popular school holiday programme, Be Active, returns. Following a frightful twist in October, the team have...
View ArticleVillage Halls and libraries set to host spring season of arts events
Spot On Lancashire – Spring 2016 Season February – May 2016 A brand new season of arts events will be hitting village halls and libraries across Lancashire next month. Spot On Lancashire have...
View ArticleMental Health Awareness
With 1 in 4 people in the UK having a Mental Health issue, there still exists massive shame and stigma surrounding this area. IMAGO Training Ltd are passionate about Mental Health, as it is a subject...
View ArticleRoger McGough heads trio of shows for National Libraries Day
Spot On Lancashire – National Libraries Day Events Saturday 6 February 2016 Skelmersdale Library – Morecambe Library – Lytham Library Legendary poet and author Roger McGough is the star name amongst...
View ArticleMan City v Everton Wednesday 27th January Kick off 7:45pm
Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini has said that Willy Caballero will be taking over from Joe Hart in goal for the semi-final second leg. Man City will be without Eliaquim Mangala, Vincent Kompany,...
View ArticleSign up for art classes at the Chapel Gallery
With 2016 still a relatively new year if you are looking to start a new hobby then the Chapel Gallery has some excellent creative classes on offer. For young people aged 8 – 18 years old there is the...
View ArticleViews sought on Combined Authority for Lancashire
Residents and businesses are being reminded to take part in a countywide consultation about whether people support the proposal for a Lancashire Combined Authority. Hundreds of people have already had...
View ArticleCouncil issues warning over Blue Badge applications
St Helens Council is urging all Blue Badge holders to beware of websites offering to assist with an application or renewal. The warning comes after a resident was charged £49 by bluebadgeonline.org in...
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