Three Knowsley community projects are to benefit from the Liverpool City Region’s Community Environment Fund. The Littlewoods of Stockbridge Association…
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Aerial photos of the new retail development in Kirkby clearly show the good progress which continues to be made at…
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A new £10m round of top-up grants will be made available for all 1,500 businesses supported by the first two…
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Huyton-born actress Eithne Browne will host the 2020 Liverpool City Region Culture and Creativity awards. The awards, which will be…
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This past year has seen a huge change in the way many of us live and work. With more people…
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Full bus routes have resumed in Kirkby following disruption to services caused by anti-social behaviour. Merseyside Police have worked with…
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Housebuilding in Knowsley is helping to generate increased revenues for investment in Council services. The Council forecast a surplus of…
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Knowsley Council’s Cabinet agreed recommendations from the Children’s Scrutiny Committee following a review of Early Help and Parental Support in the borough.
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This article was updated on Wednesday 20 January (4.45pm) The region is currently experiencing heavy rainfall, which is causing disruption…
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Knowsley residents on a low income may be eligible for support with their water bill. The United Utilities Back on…
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Knowsley residents at risk of fuel poverty can access support to help make their homes more energy efficient. Knowsley residents…
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Victims of domestic abuse can now access support from thousands of pharmacies across the UK following the launch of the…
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Knowsley residents could benefit from warmer homes and have their heating or electrics improved thanks to the Warm Homes Scheme.…
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With the rising rates of COVID cases in Knowsley, particularly with residents aged 17-24 years, young people are being urged…
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The NHS has produced guidance for people who suspect they have coronavirus and need to self-isolate at home. The guide…
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Local men, Alan and Ian, have joined others across Cheshire and Merseyside to bravely shared their stories of their struggles…
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Whether or not you celebrate Christmas your mental health may be particularly affected around this time of year. The additional…
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Local resident Catherine Rugen became one of the first people in Knowsley to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, on Wednesday 16…
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Education, skills training, external communications and mental health were among the areas under scrutiny by the Council’s four Scrutiny Committees…
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The Council would like to thank the Knowsley residents who have completed their Housing Needs Surveys over the last few…
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National kinship care charity Grandparents Plus is offering dedicated, free support, information, and advice for kinship carers across the borough who…
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Wednesday 2 December marked the end of the second national lockdown and re-opening of the majority of businesses across Knowsley’s…
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A gift card that can be used across Knowsley’s three town centres has been launched in time for Christmas. The…
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Knowsley residents are being invited to have their say and shape the future of the Liverpool City Region, as plans…
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The England Illegal Money Lending Team (IMLT) have launched a new campaign aimed at tackling illegal money lending on the…
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Every winter millions of people across the UK struggle to stay warm and healthy at home. Rising energy costs, low…
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Officers in Huyton are introducing a Section 60 order today following the shooting of a 17-year-old male on Wednesday evening…
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The festive season is well underway and many of you will be buying your Christmas presents online. Shopping online can…
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This year has been challenging for everyone. Many of us will be hoping to reunite with friends and family over…
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This year has been a very challenging year for everyone, but, despite the pandemic, Knowsley Council is continuing to deliver…
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Progress is still being made on the Kirkby town centre retail development despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Knowsley Council is committed…
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With the temptations of the festive season almost upon us, there are lots of ways we can keep our hearts…
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Eligible Knowsley-licensed taxi and private hire drivers can now apply for a one-off support payment from Knowsley Council. Knowsley-licensed drivers…
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Knowsley Council has begun a consultation on how social housing is allocated and are asking tenants and future tenants, residents,…
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Knowsley Council is currently developing a new Housing Strategy for the borough and in line with the Knowsley Better Together…
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We have all made changes this year to help reduce the spread of Coronavirus. Much has been sacrificed for the…
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An Avian Influenza Prevention Zone has been declared across the whole of England and a separate one for the whole of Wales.…
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Community groups in Knowsley can access online talks from Cancer Research UK nurses. The one-hour presentations will cover ways to…
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Knowsley residents who want to lose weight, feel better and improve their health and wellbeing can access a free NHS…
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The Environment Agency is calling on people to ‘Prepare. Act. Survive.’ to help mitigate the risk of floods. As part…
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Knowsley Council’s Planning Committee (5 November 2020) has granted approval for a cinema scheme in Kirkby town centre. The planning…
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As winter approaches, help is available to Knowsley residents who are struggling with their energy costs. This includes help paying…
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The borough’s two multi-storey car parks will be closed during the national lockdown.
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As we approach Bonfire Night, Knowsley’s Crime and Communities Team and key partners continue to appeal to residents for information…
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The latest crackdown on fly tipping has seen Knowsley Council taking action and issuing high value fines to those illegally…
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A smartphone app has been launched to make it quicker and easier for people to report loan sharks and access…
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A new postcode checker has been launched which shows you the coronavirus alert level where you are and which restriction…
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Hundreds of PPE supplies have been made available to voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations across Knowsley and…
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Over 5,500 households in Knowsley are eligible for Pension Credit but aren’t claiming for the benefit. This amounts to an…
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The CEO of a Knowsley Credit Union has been recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list for services to the…
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Eligible Knowsley residents could benefit from a £140 discount on their electricity bill this winter. If eligible, the one-off discount…
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Knowsley Council has committed to investing £118.95m in capital projects over the next three years – helping to build a…
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Fourteen community projects from across Knowsley recently benefited from over £185,000 of funding from Knowsley Council. Voluntary, community, faith and…
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Knowsley is supporting a campaign to challenge attitudes towards ageing and older people. Age UK Mid Mersey launched the #DoYouSeeMe?…
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Homeowners and landlords in Knowsley could be eligible for up to £5,000 to upgrade the energy performance of their home.…
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Scammers are targeting vulnerable people, such as those with dementia, who may be unable to distinguish scams from legitimate opportunities.…
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A Kirkby community centre is helping to support people on low incomes by offering affordable nutritious food to residents from…
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Residents who book a Knowsley licensed private hire vehicle are urged to request a local driver when making a booking.…
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The NHS COVID-19 App is now available to download on Apple and Google App stores. The app will support the…
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Businesses including hospitality and leisure venues across Knowsley are now required to support the new NHS COVID-19 App by law.…
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People on low incomes may be eligible for a £500 payment if they are required to self-isolate. If you are…
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Knowsley residents should avoid visiting businesses that are not taking measures to be COVID-secure. Businesses not following Government guidance on…
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A fit and healthy Knowsley Council employee who was given a “50/50” chance of survival after catching COVID-19 wants others…
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Businesses, community centres, places of worship and any other public-facing venues across Knowsley are being urged to support the new…
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Knowsley residents are being urged to adhere to the new restrictions on social gatherings and help stop the spread of…
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Knowsley’s Road Safety team is supporting a week long campaign aimed to reduce road traffic casualties across Europe. The team…
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Fourteen community projects from across Knowsley are to benefit from over £185,000 worth of funding from Knowsley Council. Voluntary, community,…
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United Utilities are providing additional support to their customers in Knowsley affected financially by COVID-19 and struggling with their water…
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Females under 35 now account for a high proportion of coronavirus cases in Knowsley – a trend highlighted both regionally…
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Knowsley Council’s Highways Team played their part in a local love story after helping with an unusual request. The Highways…
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New traders have arrived at Kirkby Market in the latest boost to the town’s retail offer. Several new stalls have…
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As part of Knowsley’s Short Breaks Programme, grants are now available to support organisations working to improve the lives of…
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Knowsley Council’s School Attendance Service has launched a new Advice Hub to offer guidance to parents and carers. With the…
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Citizenship ceremonies have recommenced in Knowsley following the lifting of lockdown restrictions. Mayor of Knowsley Cllr Frank Walsh attended the…
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The last few months have put extra pressure and strains on our health and wellbeing, but support is available to…
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Knowsley residents over 55 will have more opportunity to help shape decisions made for the Liverpool City Region. Network 55+…
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Founded as Knowsley Veterans’ Hub in 2016, Everton Veterans Hub has been shortlisted in two categories for the forthcoming English Veterans Awards 2020.
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Following the recent burglary of a large number of bikes from Court Hey Park, Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service has…
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Partners across Knowsley have come together to work with residents, businesses and local communities to help to build a stronger,…
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The financial impact of COVID-19 on Knowsley could amount to up to £34.8m over the next two years. A review…
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If someone you have been in contact with has tested positive for coronavirus you are likely to be contacted by…
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As lockdown measures are starting to be eased, business and residential communities are slowly starting to ‘get back to a…
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Evelyn Community Primary School in Prescot has been awarded the prestigious Wellbeing Award. The school was recognised as outstanding in…
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Knowsley Council is seeking the input of residents to help make journeys in the borough safer for everyone. The Council…
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Knowsley Better Together and the supporting journey has been nominated for a national award. Knowsley Better Together brings people and…
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The majority of parents want to see children’s characters removed from unhealthy foods, according to a report. ‘Pester Power or…
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St Margaret Mary’s Catholic Junior School in Huyton is the latest school to achieve the Wellbeing Award – demonstrating that…
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Knowsley Chamber of Commerce’s FLASH networking event has been running for five years and has continued be delivered virtually during…
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Cheshire & Merseyside has been awarded Suicide-Safer Community status by Living Works, the world’s leading suicide prevention training company. Partners…
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The coronavirus pandemic and resulting social distancing guidelines has meant that Knowsley’s Crime and Communities Team ‘Walkabout Wednesday’ haven’t been…
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Wearing a face covering in shops will become mandatory from Friday 24 July. The measure is to help reduce the…
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Mandatory MOT testing for vehicle owners will recommence from Saturday 1 August. In March, vehicle owners were granted a six-month…
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Merseyside Police are reminding people to act responsibly ahead of the second weekend of bars and restaurants reopening. Last Saturday…
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Knowsley residents who are displaying symptoms of coronavirus need to stay at home and arrange a test – people in…
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A growing and successful, community owned semi-professional football club is set to move its operations to Knowsley – providing a…
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The Office for National Statistics is looking to recruit people in Knowsley to help manage the Census 2021. Tens of…
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The Leader of Knowsley Council has praised the role of residents, local businesses, Council staff and partner agencies in the…
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Merseyside Police are clamping down on seatbelt offences as part of a nationwide campaign. The operation is being co-ordinated by…
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From Saturday 4 July many of the borough’s pubs, restaurants, hairdressers and barbers will be among the next phase of…
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Knowsley’s Greystone bridge will light up blue to mark the NHS’s birthday. The footbridge over the M62 will be lit…