In focus

If you’ve ever thought about fostering, Knowsley’s new website makes it easier than ever to find out more about the role, and whether it could be right for you.

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet have agreed a number of investments which will help improve the borough’s highways, land and property.

Meet September’s trader of the month!

The new Live Well website provides a wealth of information about services which will help you and your family look after your health and stay well.

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet meet this week. Here’s our quick guide to what’s on the agenda.

Former students of Kirkby’s 1950s Malayan teacher training college recently enjoyed an emotional reunion as part of a research project into its history.

It’s a great year for Knowsley schools as GCSE pass rates have increased.

If you’re interested in gaining new skills or improving existing ones, you might find a course or activity you’d like to do at the Info-Zone.

Revellers enjoyed a fantastic weekend of family fun, packed with plenty of ‘flower power’ at the Knowsley Flower Show and Feelgood Festival this weekend.

August’s Trader of the Month, Dave Taylor, tell us about his business, how he started and his available offers.

Plans to redevelop Kirkby town centre have taken a further step forward, with a £1m programme of demolition works now under way to pave the way for the proposed new major retail development.

Ladies from Prescot Library’s Craft Group have been busy making designs for a challenge set by Radio Merseyside.

Dementia services, a new approach to schools converting into academies and the launch of Knowsley Better Together were all on the agenda at Cabinet this week.

Kirkby Market’s Trader of the Month tells us how his business started about as the result of a chance encounter in the street…

Children can celebrate their next birthday a bit differently with Volair’s active parties!

Don’t risk your life swimming in a reservoir. Find out the dangers.

You can find out about disability access at more than 600 venues across Knowsley with the Knowsley DisabledGo website.

Everything you want to know about fire safety in Knowsley.

With ‘One Card’ memberships at Volair, you can enjoy a range of fitness equipment and classes at a low cost.

A preview of the items being discussed at the full meeting of the council on Wednesday 28 June.

Build you eBook collection with Knowsley libraries free eBook service.

Find out what help, support and advice is available to you while you’re on your amazing journey to motherhood.

Find out how you can get involved in Cervical Screening Awareness Week and how you can find out information about cervical screening.

Fruit and veg seller Kirsty is June’s Kirkby Market Trader of the Month.

The ‘it’ campaign encourages people to talk more about cancer and help people to feel less uncomfortable talking about ‘it’.

After the publication of Ofsted’s report into Knowsley’s children’s services, we spoke to the council’s Executive Director (Children) to ask what it means for the borough.

The Knowsley constituency result in the 2017 General Election.

Faith and community leaders in Knowsley have come together in solidarity following the recent terror attacks in London and Manchester.

Knowsley’s Public Health team is encouraging people to talk about mental health. Find out where you can go to get help.

Are you sure the wasps nest in your garden isn’t in fact a bees nest? Make sure you know the difference before you contact the council to avoid being charged.

We meet this month’s Kirkby Market Trader of the Month and find out a bit more about them, and their business.

There are plans for one of the UK’s leading supermarkets to open its doors in Kirkby town centre.

Liverpool Elite Taekwondo have done Knowsley proud after coming home from the Yorkshire Open Championships with four medals.

Staff and children at Millbrook Community Primary School had a real treat when an 82ft tall hot air balloon came to visit.

You can come and see the updated facilities at Kirkby Leisure Centre from today!

Have you ever considered adopting? Adoption Fortnight is this month and highlights the joy that adopting children can bring.

Confused about the Liverpool City Region Mayor election? Have a look at the booklet and frequently asked questions document to find out more.

Babies and toddlers are developing a love of books, thanks to a new early literacy project in Knowsley.

Can you help identify offenders who dumped a tent, wooden panels, cardboard, household waste and paint on Overbrook Lane on Knowsley Business Park?

You can apply now for a trustee position at Family Voices = Family Choices, a local charitable organisation that delivers activities for children, young people and families.

An Early Help strategy, which helps families deal with problems before they get out of control, has been agreed by councillors in Knowsley.

Members of taekwondo club Liverpool Elite have came back from a tournament in Barnsley with an amazing five trophies.

The latest video from Adopt North West shows children waiting for loving homes.

A live chat tool has been launched in Knowsley for mums to receive breastfeeding support.

Become the next generation of child and family social workers with Step Up to Social Work.

Pupils at St Albert’s Catholic Primary School had lots of fun celebrating Shakespeare Week!

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month and over 60’s are being encouraged to take a bowel cancer screening test.

A new campaign is encouraging people to give up drinking pop for 21 days. Do you think you could do it?

£300,000 of funding has been secured to support victims of domestic abuse and will be used to provide accommodation, therapeutic support and an extended sanctuary offer.

Find out what was discussed at the council meeting on 22 March 2017.

A Regional Adoption Agency is set to be established soon after a successful bid by four local authorities to the government.

Find out more about the historic artefacts unearthed at the site of the Shakespeare North Playhouse in Prescot.

Would you be able to spots the signs of Child Sexual Exploitation? Find out what the warning signs are and what Knowsley’s multi-agency team Shield does to protect children.

How would you like to take up a new hobby and make new friends? Stockbridge Village Golf Society are appealing for new members and may just interest you.

A week of activities will be taking place across Knowsley to raise awareness of child sexual exploitation.

For No Smoking Day on Wednesday 8 March, smokers are being urged to start their journey on giving up the habit. Find out how you can get started.

For Safer Sleep Week (13 – 19 March), we’re encouraging parents and carers to follow these tips to help prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

Please be aware of unofficial emails claiming to offer Council Tax refunds and requesting personal information.

Tell us your thoughts at the public consultation for the exciting redevelopment of the Reds’ Academy site in Kirkby.

A same sex couple who adopted siblings through Knowsley Council shares their wonderful adoption story.

Quick-thinking staff at The Prescot School saved a man’s life by using a defibrillator that was given to the school by The Oliver King Foundation.

Book your place for one of the child sexual exploitation awareness sessions now to become more aware about this important issue.

Five bikes have been seized as part of a crackdown on the anti-social use of bikes.

A Huyton-based girl’s football team win in a thrilling County Cup quarter-final.

Knowsley Council’s cabinet met on Wednesday 22 February – find out what was discussed.

Liverpool Football Club and Knowsley Council have announced joint plans for a proposed redevelopment of the Reds’ Academy site in Kirkbyand the community playing fields at Simonswood Lane.

Find out what you can do if you are worried about a child’s safety.

Kirkby-based QVC wins in the Top Employers UK Awards once more.

Do you know when antibiotics are needed and when they’re not? Did you know that it can be dangerous to take antibiotics unnecessarily? Find out about the important campaign teaching people about antibiotic resistance.

Do you have the love to give to change a child’s life forever? That’s the appeal from Adopt North West’s new campaign.

Do you want to learn some new digital skills or just brush up on them? Take advantage of the FREE digital support offered by Knowsley FACE.

The Huyton subway is having a makeover and we need you to help!

If you’re a frequent bus user with the Liverpool City Region, you may be interested in the new improved ticket offer available.

Do you love to draw? Or do you want to get started? These adult drawing workshops in Kirkby are perfect for you, whatever your ability.

Several Knowsley Projects, including the proposed Shakespeare North Playhouse in Prescot, are through to the next round of the Single Investment Fund process.

The Northern Cross Country Championships took place at Knowsley Safari Park recently. Find out how the day went and who came away victorious.

Knowsley’s Road Safety team have been helping children, teachers, parents and guardians learn about how to keep safe on scooters with the help of unique book.

During Time to Talk Day on February 2, we’re all being encouraged to have conversations about mental health to help break the stigma.

Remember how to spot the signs of a stroke by knowing what F.A.S.T stands for – it could save someone’s life.

A visit from Knowsley councillors helped the Jaguar Land Rover Halewood factory to understand how it can be a better neighbour to local people.

We’re showing our support for the Clatterbridge Cancer Charity’s appeal by lighting up the Greystone Footbridge and the Our Place youth facility. What will you do?

A solo exhibition of new paintings by the artist Cherie Grist, who grew up in Stockbridge Village, opens at Huyton Gallery this month.

Improvements are being made to the Prescot Bypass which will improve safety and sustainability.

See the new helpful guide for new – and old – residents about council services on the council’s website.

Do you have any unwanted electrical items you want to get rid of? Please BRING IT (to a recycling centre) rather than BIN IT.

A new bowel cancer awareness campaign is encouraging those who have received a free screening kit to return the completed kit as it really can save lives.

Take a look at the first Tweets of the Week of the year!

An app has been developed for people to find out the nutritional value of food in a bid to help families make healthier food choices.

Don’t let these common misconceptions prevent you from enjoying a fulfilling role as a foster carer.

A consultation into how the council can make another £17m of savings in the coming years has now closed.

Members of Knowsley Council will meet tonight – a Special Council meeting convenes at 5.30pm and then Council at 6pm.…

The Knowsley Education Commission has started work to improve students’ attainment in the borough. But who are they, and what will they do?

A consultation was carried out to gather people’s views and aspirations for THI’s new project, Market Place. Find out what everyone thought and what’s happening next.

When Whiston Area Dads Club were given a grant by City Health Care Partnership Foundation, they decided to do something a little bit different with the money…

From pop-up shops to Christmas carols, there’s lots going on in this week’s roundup of the best tweets from or about Knowsley!

There have been some changes in the make-up of Knowsley Council’s Cabinet, which oversees the organisation’s Executive functions. Find out who’s who.

There’s a distinctly festive feel creeping into today’s Knowsley Tweets of the Week!

As autumn officially turns to winter, we have a real treat for you with some gorgeous photos of the season taken in the borough’s parks and open spaces.

Are you aged 65 or over? Would you – or someone you know – like help staying safe and independent at home? Then the latest Telecare devices may be the answer.

From September next year, working parents may be entitled to even more hours of free childcare for their three or four-year-olds. Find out if you might benefit.