In focus

Earlier this year, you were asked what you’d like to see in Kirkby Town Centre in the future. Here’s what you said – and what the council is going to do about it.

The first planning application to build family homes as part of the creation of a Garden Village near Whiston, have been approved by councillors in Knowsley.

Police are appealing for information after vandals caused significant damage to The Kirkby Centre. The damage took place between 12…

With test and trace being talked about a lot in the news, we explain exactly what it is and what it might mean for you.

The Department of Health has launched its Summer Heatwave Plan to help us ‘Beat the Heat’. While many people may enjoy the sunny weather, high temperatures can be dangerous for others, such as the elderly and young children. Find out how to ‘beat the heat’

The test & trace service aims to help identify, contain and control coronavirus, reducing the spread of the virus and saving lives. Here’s what you need to know.

Knowsley Council continues to remind residents it’s more important than ever to pick up after their dogs and that it can be disposed of in any of the dog bins provided across the borough as well as any public bin or in your household maroon wheelie bin.

Authorities in the Liverpool City Region are urging the Government to keep its promise to do “whatever it takes” to support people through the Coronavirus pandemic.

With the restrictions on going out extended, the council is reminding victims of domestic abuse about where and how to get help.

Knowsley Council is reiterating Merseyside Police’s advice on how to keep children safe online during the coronavirus pandemic.

As the borough works hard to respond to the coronavirus outbreak, we have an update from Knowsley Council Leader, Cllr Graham Morgan.

People struggling with their mental health during the Coronavirus outbreak will be offered additional online support and practical guidance to help them cope.

Sadly, Coronavirus scams are emerging. Here’s how to recognise one and avoid falling victim to it.

The latest exhibition at Kirkby Gallery celebrates the careers of boxers of African descent from Knowsley and Liverpool who have fought over the past 180 years.

Kirkby based groups and organisations came together at an inspirational event to secure funding to help create safer communities.

Find out why business finds Knowsley such an attractive place to be based – and how that is having a positive effect on everyone living in the borough.

Thanks to positive management of its budget, Knowsley Council is now looking at a £14m package of investments to bring maximum benefit to residents, businesses and visitors.

There’s a lot going on in Huyton Village – here’s what’s new, and what to look forward to in 2020…

If you are considering becoming a dog owner here are the top things to consider before you buy a new pet.

 It’s been 100 days since Knowsley Council’s Crime and Communities team was officially launched. And in just this short space of time they are already making a positive difference across the borough.

Make sure you don’t fall victim to the winter vomiting bug or Norovirus. Read our advice on how to protect yourself.

We look at some of the cases that Knowsley’s specialist Domestic Abuse teams have supported with recently.

Do you know what constitutes domestic abuse – and how to spot the signs if it is happening to you?

Knowsley Council has reached an agreement with St Modwen to purchase Kirkby Town Centre. Here are more details of the deal and the expected timescales for redevelopment work.

During ‘Movember’ and to mark International Men’s Day Knowsley Council is helping raise awareness of men’s mental health and male cancers.

An ambitious growth programme which is heralding a prosperous future for Knowsley has seen the borough shortlisted for a prestigious national award.

Preventing crime and steering people away from criminal activity is a long-standing priority for Knowsley Council.

If you want to be able to have your say in elections taking place either locally or nationally, you must be registered to vote. Here’s how to do it.

Even more shops in Huyton Village are set to get a makeover as part of the ongoing development of the town’s shopping centre.

It’s been just over a month since Incredible Edible started their new project at the former National Wildflower Centre site…

Businesses are being reminded of their responsibility to handle their waste responsibily, especially in the run-up to the bonfire period.

Problem with rats? Here are some simple steps you can take to help prevent these unwanted pests coming into your home and garden.

Find out how to make sure your tyres are safe this Tyre Safety Month.

Officers investigating anti-social behaviour in Knowsley are now able to jump on their very own quad bike in a bid to catch and deter offenders.

A delegation of former students at Kirkby’s former Malayan Teachers’ Training College returned to the town to share their fond memories.

Congratulations to Knowsley resident, David Forrest, who has just secured permanent employment as a Post and Provisions Assistant at First…

A programme offering tailored support to households where all residents are out of work is seeing results in Knowsley and across the region.

As part of the restoration work in Prescot town centre, a new clock has been installed which incorporates four clues about the town’s history.

Another month, another chance to discover some brilliant newly-released books at your local library…

The Forestry Commission is urging us to be on the lookout for signs of the toxic Oak Processionary Moth around trees in our region.

One of the first participants on the Knowsley Supported Internship programme and Knowsley Empower Job Carving programme is celebrating after…

At today’s Liverpool City Region Combined Authority meeting (24 July), the council’s bid to the Combined Authority’s £6m Town Centre…

If you’re a Knowsley or St Helens resident with diabetes and would like some support and information, come along to St Helens and District Group’s sessions coming up in 2019/20.

Could you be a Magistrate? Find out what this rewarding role involves and whether it could be right for you.

This Community Interest Company works across Knowsley to reduce social isolation and help empower communities through volunteering.

Knowsley Council announced it is joining forces with One Knowsley (formerly KCVS), Court Hey Park Friends’ Group and other partners to develop plans to bring the site of the former National Wildflower Centre back to life.

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has today agreed to purchase St Modwen’s assets in Kirkby town centre. Conclusion of the deal will…

On 19 July 2019, the Council’s Cabinet endorsed the plan for the Council to purchase St Modwen’s assets in Kirkby…

Schools in Knowsley are looking ahead positively to their next steps after the borough’s Education Commission produced its final report.

This Love Parks Week we want you to celebrate our green spaces, including Knowsley’s 18 award-winning Green Flag parks, by visiting them. Find out about some of the great parks we have in Knowsley.

The results are in – and primary schools across Knowsley are celebrating another rise in performance at Key Stage 2.

Parks Matter to us all – so for this year’s Love Parks Week we’re encouraging everyone to get out and enjoy their favourite park.

If you’re working and receiving tax credits or Universal Credit, a new Government savings scheme, called Help to Save, could help you build your savings.

Knife crime is a hot topic nationally. Here’s what’s happening to tackle the problem in Knowsley.

The Knowsley Education Awards recognised inspirational teachers, high achieving pupils, good governors and strong leadership in our schools.

Find out what new titles you can find in your local library this month.

Green fingered gardeners can get composting and pick up a cut price composter during International Compost Awareness Week.

The Council confirmed (on 24 May 2019) that it is in discussion with St Modwen about purchasing the assets which St Modwen owns in Kirkby town centre.

A new national campaign ‘Cervical Screening Saves Lives’ aims to raise awareness about the importance of cervical screening which can stop cancer before it starts.

Kirkby High School is ‘barely recognisable’ compared to how it was two years ago, according to Ofsted Inspectors.

A group of young adults with learning difficulties or disabilities have been recognised for their achievements on the Knowsley Supported Internship programme.

In December’s collection of new library books, you’ll find great stories set in Liverpool, murder mysteries, scandals and more.

National Consumer Week is helping to raise awareness of our consumer rights when buying online.

Preparations for the restoration of the historic Bowring Park in Huyton are now underway.

Golfers will be teeing off on Bowring Park Golf Course once again after Knowsley Council stepped in to keep the course open.

Brand new releases are available from your local library this month for you to take home and enjoy.

87% of people in Knowsley say their overall experience of their GP practice is ‘good’ – beating the national average for overall satisfaction.

Controlling money, always criticising and being purposely isolated from friends and family are just some of the examples being highlighted…

Great news – Finch Woods Academy in Halewood has been shortlisted for the Alternative Provision School of the Year award at the prestigious Times Education Supplement Awards.

An app that sends game ideas and tips on child development to parents and carers is being used in Park Brow Community Primary School in Kirkby.

Knowsley Council’s Children’s Social Care work and practice is continuing to improve, according to the latest diagnostic review. The review,…

It is being made sure that the role the ladies who worked at Ford’s plant in Halewood played in history is not going to be forgotten.

Pass rate tables for colleges have recently been released and it reveals Knowsley Community College has a lot to be proud of.

There’s some great new books in your local library for you to curl up with and enjoy.

Do you have something to say about the service you have received from Knowsley Council? Good or bad? Let us know.

Can you spare some time to help Merseytravel gather feedback on new products and services as well as the services they currently provide?

Good news – Knowsley has secured just over £1.8m to make improvements to its Key Route Network.

Don’t overlook libraries – there’s so much more to do at Knowsley’s libraries than just borrow books!

Find out how you can keep your wheelie bins stored safely to help prevent arson misuse.

Ahead of the construction of the Shakespeare North Playhouse, a team of archaeologists from Salford University have carried out an investigation of the Mill Street site in Prescot.

Do you know any information about an incident of fly-tipping that took place in Huyton recently?

Return your NHS equipment that you don’t need anymore to help save the NHS money as well as to help declutter your home!

The grave of a loved war horse in the First World War has been awarded heritage protection in Halewood.

Before you take to the wheel the morning after a festive night out – are you really safe and legal to drive?

A multi-agency workshop was organised by Knowsley Council to explore the issue of vehicles such as scrambler bikes being misused.

Find out what council services you can use online, and what you can do if you don’t have computer access at home or if you want to improve your computer skills.

It’s time for our last Kirkby Market Trader of the Month for 2017, when we profile one of your favourite stalls and give you a little insight into the stories behind it.

Councillors in Knowsley have given the green light to a major new retail scheme, including a large Morrisons supermarket, in Kirkby town centre.

A new partnership board has been launched in Knowsley to support children, young people and their families.

Updated plans for the Shakespeare North Playhouse in Prescot have been approved by the council’s Planning Committee.

There’s a very glittery feel to this month’s Trader of the Month at Kirkby Market…

The latest road safety campaign by THINK! reminds people of the dangers of using a phone while driving – even a glance at your phone can cause you to miss important details about the road.

What was on the agenda at the meeting of Knowsley Council’s Cabinet on Wednesday 25 October 2017?

Read Leo and Simon’s story about adopting a pair of siblings and find out why people are being encouraged to adopt sibling groups in the North West.

October 2017 is Tyre Safety Month and it’s a great time to brush up on your knowledge of looking after your tyres.

New figures released this month have confirmed a boom in the number of businesses establishing themselves in Knowsley – and a rapid rise in new job creation too.

‘Remember this’ is a club for people with sight loss and their carer to meet other people, and take part in activities and exercises.

Read about Kelly, an inspirational woman from Huyton who doesn’t let her sight impairment stand in her way in life.

As the Children’s Services Improvement Board met for the last time, we caught up with the Chair to find out about how Knowsley turned around its services for children.

The Drink Less Enjoy More campaign is encouraging people to keep more of an eye on how much alcohol they drink and consider what the consequences could be.