Community and neighbourhoods

Knowsley Council and partners will be out and about in Page Moss on 29 November tackling environmental issues as part …

Following White Ribbon Day on Saturday 25 November, Knowsley Council continues to raise awareness of the support available to Knowsley …

Community arts organisation Heart of Glass, in collaboration with Homotopia, has unveiled a new mural at Prescot train station. The …

What is the council doing to tackle the issue of rats? And how can we work together to reduce the …

Knowsley Council is once again taking a stand and proudly supporting White Ribbon Day on the 25 November. White Ribbon …

Buildings and landmarks across the Liverpool City Region and Cheshire will be illuminated bright orange on Saturday 25th November, as …

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

Knowsley’s Combating Drugs Partnership has released figures that demonstrate the positive impact it is having across drug and alcohol treatment …

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

Two victims of crime have described the life-changing difference the Victim Care Merseyside hub has made to their lives, as …

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

People in Merseyside can hand in their bladed weapons as part of a knife surrender being carried out this week …

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

House of Memories On The Road is National Museums Liverpool’s touring 30 metre square mobile museum that opens up into …

Round three of VOLA’s UK Share Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Digital Connectivity for Community Facilities Grants Programme will launch on Monday …

Merseyside Police has welcomed the introduction in the latest technology to support road safety enforcement with the implementation of a …

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 …

With Bonfire Night fast approaching, the Environment Agency anticipate an increase in illegal burning of waste. It is illegal to …

Six years after the murder of a 29-year-old man in Prescot detectives are asking people to search their consciences and …

More than £900,000 of funding has been secured by Merseyside’s Police Commissioner to improve safety and protect women and girls …

The bandstand was dressed as a haunted house for the day and lots of families were on hand in fancy …

Knowsley Youth Offending Service [YOS] works with children and their parents/carers to find ways to stop their offending and make …

How Kirkby has been transformed since Knowsley Council bought the town centre four years ago.

In the last two months, since September 2023, some of Merseyside’s most callous and hardened burglars have been sentenced to …

Merseyside Police and Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) are urging everyone to safe stay this Halloween and Bonfire Night …

Organisers of unauthorised fireworks and bonfire displays in Knowsley could face legal action. By law, members of the public can …

October is Domestic Abuse Awareness month and throughout the month, the Council has been highlighting the range of support that …

A large quantity of vapes, cigarettes and tobacco were seized from premises across the borough during a recent trading standards …

People misusing fireworks in the build up to the Halloween and bonfire period could face criminal charges. Knowsley Council is …

Action will be taken against anyone who carries out anti-social (ASB) and criminal behaviour in Knowsley’s town centres and across …

Earlier this year, a programme of improvement works commenced at Primrose Court in Huyton as part of the Safer Streets …

More than 4,000 young people will be able to enjoy safe, engaging activities this Halloween and Bonfire Night, thanks to …

Reducing incidents of anti-social and criminal behaviour is a major priority for Knowsley’s Community Safety Partnership and is something that …

Merseyside Police is getting behind Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which is aimed at raising awareness of the importance of cybersecurity.   Cybersecurity …

From banking to shopping, and streaming to social media, people are spending more time than ever online. It’s important we stay …

Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram and Merseyside Police and Crime Commissioner Emily Spurrell have launched a brand new initiative …

Domestic abuse can take many forms and is a crime that can ruin the lives of those affected by it …

The American Bully XL, or XL Bully, type dog will be added to the breed types banned in the UK …

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

Knowsley Council is supporting Hate Crime Awareness Week 2023 to say ‘No More’ to hate crime in our borough. Hate …

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 …

October is Black History Month, an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the many contributions made by black people in Britain …

Confidential intelligence provided by the local community has led to the seizure of scrambler bikes in Kirkby. Information provided directly …

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.

Knowsley Council carried out consultation last year to help to develop The Knowsley Offer – an online resource which includes …

Merseyside Police has launched a campaign urging people to break their silence about gang-related activity as part of the force’s …

A community celebration event was held on Saturday 30 September at New Hutte Neighbourhood Centre in Halewood, marking the diamond …

October is national Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, helping to raise awareness of domestic abuse and the impact it has on …

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

Knowsley Council is considering new measures to strengthen its commitment to ensuring responsible dog ownership across the borough. The Council …

Anti-social behaviour (ASB) in Knowsley has reduced significantly over a 12-month period. There was a 23% reduction in ASB in …

Businesses and residents in Knowsley are urged to remember the law around the sale of fireworks. It is illegal to …

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

Disability initiative Act for Action CIC has received a fundraising boost from one of the housebuilders involved in the East …

Make Huyton Village is inviting people interested in a creative studio space to come along for a tour and to …

Working in partnership with Merseyside Police, Knowsley Council’s Trading Standards recently took part in an operation to stop the sale …

Volair and the Knowsley Older People’s Voice has teamed up to tour the Borough, celebrating International Day of  Older Persons, …

A one-off funding pot has been allocated to support Knowsley’s Communities during the continued cost of living crisis throughout the …

Merseyside Police have joined forces with the NSPCC’s Childline service to support young people in crisis. The initiative, which is …

People across Merseyside are being asked to help shape a new strategy with the aim of reducing serious violence across …

The Liverpool City Region is repeating its money saving, group buying scheme for energy-saving solar panels, battery storage & electric …

The funding will mean more people can get the right support when they need it.

Knowsley residents will be able to access free liver screening at locations across the borough in September thanks to a …

Today marks Ukrainian Independence Day, exactly 18 months after Russia’s full-scale invasion of the country. To show our support for …

Schoolchildren have featured in a poignant video to remind people about the power of community spirit following the tragic murder …

Improvement works are continuing to progress at a number of key community facilities as part of the Halsnead Garden Village …

Landmarks in Knowsley will be illuminated in coloured light this week to mark the one-year anniversary of the deaths of …

Residents in Halewood are being warned about people falsely representing a company offering energy efficiency upgrades to their home. Application …

Friends Against Scams is a National Trading Standards Scams Team initiative which aims to protect and prevent people from becoming …

Every day, millions of people across the UK are making a difference by volunteering. Each year, outstanding examples of this …

There are simple steps you can take to protect yourself from bogus callers.

Merseyside’s Police Commissioner has announced a further £50,000 pot of funding from the Youth Diversion Fund to keep thousands of …

Volair Kirkby, on Cherryfield Drive in the town centre, has organised a free Community Open Day on Saturday 19 August …

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 …

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

Domestic abuse can happen to anyone. It’s important that you know what the signs are and where to seek help …

Knowsley residents have a vital role to play in helping to tackle anti-social behaviour and criminal behaviour across the borough. …

One of the housebuilders involved in the Halsnead Garden Village development is lending their support to the Knowsley Flower Show. …

A masterplan has been developed based on feedback from park users and partners to help enhance the award-winning Court Hey …

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service has issued a safety warning around the lithium-ion batteries used in e-bikes and e-scooters. On …

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.

Whether it’s a summer fayre, community fun day, fun run, firework display or cycle race – no matter how big …

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

Knowsley Council is continuing to tackle the anti-social and illegal use of scrambler bikes and motorbikes as part of the …

As part of its commitment to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour in Knowsley, Knowsley Council has invested £650,000 in a …

The campaign will offer important safety tips to all dog owners in Merseyside about looking after their pet, especially around …

Knowsley Council, in partnership with FC Kirkby, is making further improvements to the Eddie McArdle Playing Fields to enhance its …

There isn’t long left for organisations across Knowsley to apply for a share of £280,000 via the Stronger Communities Fund. …

Knowsley residents are being encouraged to get on their bike and join supported led rides thanks to a community cycling …

Domestic abuse has many forms and includes controlling, coercive (behaviour such as threats, humiliation and intimidation), threatening or violent behaviour …

Once again, and disappointingly, inaccurate and unfounded social media posts are being circulated about the former Barclaycard building in Kirkby. …

After the senseless murder of Ashley Dale in August last year (2022), colleagues at Knowsley Council were keen to ensure …

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

A Knowsley company specialising in renewables, heating and insulation have once again stepped in to provide support to two local …

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