Cathy Sheel

This World Antimicrobial Awareness Week residents are reminded about the safe use and disposal of antibiotics.

Willowbrook Hospice is running its annual Christmas tree collection service for Knowsley households.

Residents are invited to a number of Tree Awareness Workshops being held during National Tree Week.

An appeal has gone out to residents to support Knowsley’s Sharing Santa Appeal.

The council has launched a survey asking residents their views on air quality.

High blood pressure is one of the most preventable and treatable health conditions. The only way to ‘know your numbers’ …

Knowsley Council has been awarded £25,000 funding to help tackle the issue of chewing gum littering.

The council’s Winter Wellness Grants Programme will provide funding to groups and organisations helping residents stay warm, safe and well …

Find advice and tips to support your wellbeing during the colder winter months on Mersey Care’s ‘Help us Help you’ …

Grants of up to £5,000 have been awarded from the council’s Youth Community Fund and Short Break Small Grant Programme.

Ask Your Pharmacist Week reminds us about the range of healthcare services and support available at your local pharmacy.

Improvement plans for Jubilee Park have been updated following public consultation.

Community spirit is thriving in Kirkby with a number of local groups making a real difference in our neighbourhoods

Recycle Week’s ‘Big Recycling Hunt’ is urging householders to hunt out items that can be recycled but are commonly missed in …

Don’t miss out on the spooktacular half term events at parks and community venues across Knowsley.

The ‘Haunting of Mill Dam’ is a free interactive Halloween-themed guided trail at Mill Dam Park on 28 October.

A ban on businesses supplying single use plastic items comes into force on 1 October.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month which aims to raise awareness of the symptoms and signs to look out for.

The requirement for developers to improve the biodiversity of an area when planning developments was considered by Knowsley’s Climate Emergency …

Our Lady’s Catholic Primary School has retained its “Good” Ofsted judgement.

Knowsley’s Household Waste Recycling Centres at Huyton and Kirkby have new ‘Disposable Vape’ bins.

IntoUniversity is coming to Knowsley, providing educational support and development opportunities for 7 to 18 year olds.

The adult COVID-19 and flu winter vaccination programmes are now underway.

Make the time to have your blood pressure checked during Know your Numbers week.

The ‘Your Voice, Your Decision’ campaign is raising awareness of the Lasting Power of Attorney – a legal document enabling …

A resident who was supported by the Healthy Knowsley service has shared her story.

Work is about to start on refurbishment of Kirkby’s Multi Storey Car Park.

The Knowsley Works team has been out and about across Knowsley supporting people into employment.

Tips to help keep your sheds, garages and their contents, safe and secure.

Artists, enthusiasts and businesses from the music community are invited to an event in Prescot aimed at helping to shape …

The Food Standards Agency has issued new guidance on slush-ice drinks, advising that they should not be sold to children …

Bowring Park has celebrated the opening of its new junior play area

A Council meeting Notice of Motion has reaffirmed Knowsley’s opposition to the proposed closures of train ticket offices at Huyton, …

Cllr Graham Morgan supports the Metro Mayor’s bus franchising proposals for Liverpool City Region and calls for adequate Government funding.

The Council is supporting the “Face the Family” campaign, which calls for a new law to make offenders attend court …

There are lots of free, fun activities at parks across Knowsley this summer.

This Love Parks Week – 28 July to 6 August – we celebrate all there is to love in parks …

Knowsley has supported Liverpool City Region’s Five-Year Climate Action Plan to tackle climate change.

Cabinet has agreed to the launch of the 2023/2024 Stronger Communities Fund.

Residents are urged to dispose of batteries safely and stop putting them in bins

Knowsley residents can now book blood test appointments with the launch of a new online appointment system.

Knowsley Council is holding a series of Environmental Improvement Action Days across the borough.

Knowsley Council has shown support for Kirkby Foodbank with a £5,000 funding boost.

Find out more about becoming a Shared Lives carer during Shared Lives Week.

There’s a Health and Social Care Careers Fair at Whiston Hospital’s Training Centre on Saturday 8 July.

Find out what you can do to reduce air pollution as we celebrate Clean Air Day.

Community groups, charities and neighbourhood projects across Kirkby can apply for a share of the £50,000 Kirkby Neighbourhood Community Fund.

The council’s Statement of Community Involvement which outlines how the community can be involved in the planning system has been …

Knowsley Council has launched a consultation on proposals to extend Knowsley Cemetery

It’s Carers Week! Find out what’s happening to recognise and support carers.

Partners have celebrated the ‘topping out’ of Arncliffe Gardens, a new supported housing development in Halewood.

During Volunteers Week we say a big ‘thank you’ to the many volunteers and community groups whose actions make a …

New play equipment is set to arrive at parks across Knowsley.

There are lots of fun activities in Knowsley’s parks this half term.

Esposito’s cafe opens its doors at Court Hey Park this week.

There’s lots of useful information to help you manage your money on the Knowsley Offer website.

Knowsley Council has successfully prosecuted and fined a fly tipper who failed to dispose of their waste responsibly.

Organisations interested in running the new community café at Halewood Park are asked to register their interest in operating the …

Dog walking advice from Knowsley’s Dog Warden Service.

The Dogs Trust is offering dog owners subsidised dog training sessions.

Knowsley’s Youth Offending Service (YOS) has been rated ‘Good’ by HM Inspectorate of Probation.

Knowsley Central School in Huyton has been awarded Beacon School Status awarded by the National Autistic Society (NAS).

Here’s the story of a woman who was helped by the Change, Grow, Live project.

World Immunisation Week – 24 to 30 April – encourages people to make sure they are up to date with …

Visit The Knowsley Offer website for information aimed at supporting residents’ health and wellbeing.

Knowsley Council is hosting a networking event to raise awareness of support available to help Knowsley residents with neurodiverse conditions …

Here are some top tips to help householders prevent mould and damp in their homes.

Research by U-Switch has ranked Knowsley in the top 10 performing areas for energy-efficient homes.

Find out about the range of support and services available in Knowsley by visiting the Knowsley Offer website.

Change Grow Live offers residents a range of help and support around issues concerning drugs and alcohol use

The Liverpool City Region Zero Waste 2040 Strategic Framework has been backed by Knowsley’s Cabinet

Cabinet has supported the ‘‘Get me home safely’ campaign, which calls on employers to ensure workers get home safely from …

Esposito’s cafe has announced its arrival at Court Hey Park

Knowsley’s range of Sheltered and Extra Care housing provide high quality accommodation and support to help people live in their …

Knowsley Council has strengthened its commitment to inclusion and diversity in the workplace by achieving level 2 in the Disability …

Knowsley has marked the third anniversary of its declaration of a climate emergency with a flagship energy saving scheme at …

Cartbridge Lane in Halewood has benefited from a range of environmental improvement works.

Knowsley’s social care recruitment campaign roadshow came to Huyton this week.

Knowsley Council is investing in Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) CCTV cameras on Shevingtons Lane and Headbolt Lane in Kirkby.

Woodland and habitat restoration works are now underway in Stadt Moers Park.

Hundreds of affordable homes will be created in Halewood as part of the East of Halewood development.

An apprentice shares his experiences of his employment journey.

A new recruitment campaign to attract more people to work in social care in the borough has been launched.

Residents are warned they could be fined for handing waste to an unlicensed waste disposal operator, who then goes on …

Here’s the latest update on proposals to bring sporting improvements to Jubilee Park in Huyton.

Non-profit organisation One Knowsley will take over the running of the Michael Causer Foundation from 2023

A range of improvements are underway at Halewood Park, including repairing and replacing all of the boardwalk areas, repairing main …

Cabinet has approved recommendations aimed at enhancing mental health support for adults in Knowsley.

A tree planting event heralded the creation of a native woodland at Roby Field

Community projects across Knowsley can apply for a share of the £250,000 Stronger Communities Fund.

The Eco Therapy Garden C.I.C in Kirkb has celebrated the arrival of a ‘Tree of Trees’ – a living legacy …

Work is getting underway to bring new toddler and children’s play areas to Bowring Park.

The Net Zero Delivery Plan – the latest initiative in the council’s commitment to reduce its carbon emissions to Net …

There were some outstanding Level 3 (A Level / BTEC) results for students from Knowsley last week.

This Love Parks Week we’re celebrating the 19 parks and green spaces across Knowsley which have successfully retained their prestigious …

It’s Love Parks Week (29 July – 5 August) when we celebrate our wonderful green spaces in Knowsley and the …

Funding from the Liverpool City Region Community Environment Fund will secure improvements to Mellor’s Pond in Whiston and support a …

Free lung health checks are being offered to people aged 55-74 who have ever smoked. Eligible patients in Roby, Prescot, …

A Kirkby community therapy garden has showcased the work it does during an event to mark the planting of 30 …

The Wellpoint Kiosk is a self-service health kiosk based at Huyton Library until the end of March.