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In this exhibition, Liverpool-based artist and sculptor, Phillip Garrett, explores the many faces of Knowsley through drawing and sculpture.

Following the success of Mediterranean restaurant Eton Place in Huyton Village Centre, the owner has expanded to open a new restaurant in the heart of the village centre.

The council has issued a clarification that, contrary to posts on social media, business rates and rents in Kirkby Town Centre have NOT increased.

27th January marks Holocaust Memorial Day, a national event to remember the six million Jewish people murdered during the Holocaust, alongside the millions of others killed under Nazi persecution and in subsequent genocides in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur.

Find out what’s on the agenda at Cabinet on 22 January 2020.

A new campaign is reminding people about the range of support available from pharmacies and that they should be the first place to go for advice and over-the-counter medicines for minor health concerns such as coughs, colds, tummy troubles and aches and pains.

Hope Primary School in Huyton is the second primary school in Knowsley this month that has retained its ‘Good’ Ofsted inspection rating.

The Coffee House is one of 13 premises to benefit from the Council’s shop front improvement scheme in Huyton Village Centre.

Northwood Community Primary School in Kirkby has maintained its ‘Good’ Ofsted judgement, following an inspection last month.

Children in Knowsley have been celebrating completing ‘Arts Award Explore’, a national qualification involving a series of fun storytelling and bookmaking workshops.

Local driving instructors can now book onto the Engage Driving Instructor Seminar and join the Engage scheme – a joint…

The success of the ‘Keep Antibiotics Working’ campaign has seen GP practices across Knowsley reduce the numbers of antibiotics being prescribed.

Let down your hair at a musical theatre performance of Rapunzel for an Easter treat suitable for the whole family.

Stockbridge Gemz, Knowsley’s first adult LGBT+ network, hosted its first support group on Sunday 19 January 2020. Set up by…

Leading lights from the world of theatre and the arts, as well as prominent politicians, gathered in London to lend their support to Knowsley’s new Shakespeare North Playhouse.

Free Winter Warmth events for over 65s are taking place at local community centres across Knowsley.

A new knife crime campaign called #BladeFree has been launched to help make our communities safer for the future.

The former Thomas Cook shop in Huyton Village has reopened, employing the same staff but now as part of Hays Travel.

Community growing charity Incredible Edible have announced that they will be setting up a new growing project at Activate in…

Don’t let ‘Blue Monday’ get you down – we’ve got lots of advice and support available to help you beat the blues.

The ARK (Archive Resource for Knowsley) Search Room will close for two weeks, from Monday 20 January, for its annual…

Are you a carer for a relative, partner or friend? If so, the council would like your opinions to help them shape the support that will be available in future.

Have you had an invitation for breast screening? Here’s what you need to know and where to find the mobile screening unit in Huyton.

If your 2020 resolution is to make some time for yourself then you should check out Knowsley Council’s ’10 Ways…

The Spine explores what it’s like to be a man in the 21st century and shines a spotlight on a system that promises the world but leaves most young men on the sidelines – the football academy system.

Pupils and staff at Halewood Church of England Primary School are celebrating after topping the Department for Education’s table for Key Stage 2 SAT results.

The New Year may be underway but it is not too late to sign up for a break from drinking…

Innovative liver scans will be available in Knowsley in the New Year to help to detect the early stage of…

Knowsley’s Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) has been shortlisted in the prestigious Cheshire and Merseyside Social Work Teaching Partnership Awards, celebrating…

A new mini orchard of fruit trees is the latest attraction to welcome visitors to Court Hey Park in Huyton.…

Thirteen families have been welcomed into brand new homes, just in time for Christmas, as part of an ambitious Plus Dane £5.5m scheme of affordable housing for rent in the borough.

More than 350 children performed in this year’s Shakespeare Schools Festival, the world’s largest youth drama festival.

Knowsley Council’s Adult Day Service has once again achieved the prestigious Autism Accreditation award from the National Autistic Society.

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

Don’t let the winter bugs beat you – download our guide to staying well in Knowsley.

Whatever you do, don’t ignore money worries. Get your New Year off to the best start by sorting out your finances.

If Christmas has left you feeling anxious about money there is help and advice out there.

An exhibition of the winning photographs entered into Knowsley’s Year of the Environment Secondary Schools Photographic Competition is being staged at venues across the borough.             

There’s now yet another reason to visit Huyton Village to shop or socialise as the town centre welcomes the latest new venture to open, The Coffee House. 

Parents of babies who haven’t yet had a 12-month developmental check with their health visitor can now do this at their local Knowsley children’s centre.

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

With a number of big names including Aldi currently recruiting locally, if you are looking for a job make sure you get in touch with Knowsley Works today.

The results have been counted in the General Election 2019. Here’s how Knowsley voted.

Year 10 pupils were able to find out about the potential career prospects available in the build environment sector when construction company Kier visited their school.

Knowsley Better Together brings please and organisations together for the benefit of Knowsley and its residents. By pooling resources, expertise…

More parking is available for shoppers in Kirkby, thanks to the early completion of a new temporary car park on the former St Chad’s clinic on St Chad’s Drive.

94-year-old George Bleasdale from Huyton has been awarded France’s highest order of merit, the Legion of Honour for his role in 1944’s D-Day landings.

Knowsley Council are looking to appoint a managing agent at Bowring Park to ensure its future success and sustainability.

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

Find out more about how the Lee Cooper Foundation is working with young people to improve mental health in Knowsley.

This week sees work begin on site in Kirkby Town Centre on the long-awaited retail development.

Following the announcement that Knowsley Council has purchased St Modwen’s assets in Kirkby town centre, there is more good news for the town.

​Crafted is a biennial exhibition, presenting the work of contemporary makers from across the North West of England, in areas of contemporary craft, design and fine art.

If you have fond recollections of Liverpool’s wash houses you’ll enjoy a social afternoon of memory sharing at Kirkby Library on Friday.

Many people in Knowsley may have heard various things about legal aid and the supposed difficulties there are in accessing it. However this article addresses some of these myths and offers insight into what it is and who is eligible.

The winners of the 2019 Liverpool City Region Culture and Creativity Awards have been named – and they include two with links to Knowsley. 

Sylvester Primary Academy in Huyton has maintained its ‘Good’ Ofsted rating following an inspection last month.

It’s a really busy time for everyone in the run up to the festivities as everyone tries to balance their…

Residents in Knowsley can benefit from free heating and electrical upgrades, thanks to funding from Knowsley Council’s Strategic Housing team, who are helping vulnerable residents stay warm safe and healthy over the winter months.

If you are unwell this winter, do you know where is the best place to go for medical advice and help?

A brand new bistro with a difference officially opened in Prescot with a weekend of winter wonderland activities.

Eight local community projects have been awarded a share of £116,000 from the council’s Community Fund.

Adults in Knowsley can enjoy sessions with professional artists to try all kinds of creative arts including storytelling, photography and drama.

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

As part of efforts to ensure safety for taxi passengers and drivers in Knowsley, a stop and check exercise was carried out last week. 

World AIDS Day takes place on 1 December (Sunday) providing an opportunity to show support for the millions of people living with HIV worldwide.

At Cabinet on Wednesday, 20 November the decision was made to close The Venue in Huyton from 1 January 2020.

A unique art project transformed an empty shop unit in Huyton into a spectacular display using the latest digital technology.

Huyton Village enjoyed an event filled with festive food and drink as well as live entertainment as it got its Christmas celebrations underway at November’s Huyton Live event.

Crowds turned out to enjoy the switch-on of Kirkby’s Christmas lights on the day the council’s purchase of the town centre successfully concluded. 

Today, Monday 25 November, on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (also known as ‘White Ribbon Day’) Knowsley Council…

Once again, the Knowsley Business Awards ceremony was an outstanding success with a record number of guests.

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has officially awarded Kier Construction Ltd the main construction contract to complete the landmark Shakespeare North Playhouse in Prescot.

Knowsley is introducing the city region’s first ‘red route’ in Kirkby, meaning vehicles will not be allowed to stop at any time.

St Mark’s in Halewood has retained its ‘Good’ Ofsted rating meaning 88% of the borough’s primary schools are now rated as ‘Good’ or above.

Improvements to Acornfield Plantation including new bridges, seating and restoration of the pond, will get underway after £75,000 of funding was secured. 

Councillors recieved and update on how Knowsley Council is managing its budgets at a meeting this week.

More than 11,000 revellers turned out to see Prescot switch on the town’s biggest and best ever Christmas lights.

Huyton-based Lyndale Cancer Support Centre is raising funds for their brilliant charity by holding a ‘Show Time’ fundraising night.

Congratulations to St John Fisher Catholic Primary School in Knowsley Village – the first school in the borough to achieve the prestigious Wellbeing Award.

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.

Knowsley Council has confirmed that it has reached a final agreement with St Modwen to acquire the company’s assets in Kirkby Town Centre.

Urbano Chiringuito has been specially invited to attend a national competition for beer pouring following visits from industry mystery shoppers.

Everton Veterans Hub (previously known as Knowsley Veterans Hub) caters for all serving personnel and former veterans across the region.

Congratulations to the four Knowsley schools who were recognised at a prestigious ceremony last night. 

Another primary school in Knowsley has secured a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating – the second this month.

A new quad bike, introduced to help Merseyside Police tackle the anti-social and criminal use of motorbikes and scramblers in Knowsley, is already having a positive impact.

A service which supports people in Knowsley to live independently at home has once again been endorsed by inspectors.

Congratulations to this Stockbridge Village primary which has recieved a very positive Ofsted report, moving it up to a rating of ‘Good’.

New lighting at Prescot Parish Church is showcasing Knowsley’s only Grade I listed building.

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

A new project, Prescot 1597, has brought together a group of creative and inquisitive people with a love of the town’s heritage.

The families of Kirkby footballing legends Eddie McArdle and John O’Leary have come together to mark the official unveiling of the new Pavilion at the Eddie McArdle community playing fields in Kirkby.

Park users in Halewood are celebrating the completion of a programme of improvements at their local green space.

Families from Kirkby have been taking part in a new healthy lifestyle initiative with some fantastic results.

Underneath the Hazels’ is the exciting new archive exhibition celebrating the history of a distinguished Knowsley teaching college – C.F. Mott College.

Female tech experts of the future are being encouraged to aim high thanks to a new project working with students at Kirkby High School. 

The 10 Ways to Wellbeing Campaign has some top tips to help you manage stress this Stress Awareness Week.

Two life-saving public defibrillators have been installed in Knowsley during the last month.

Knowsley’s Crime and Communities team are continuing to work proactively across the borough to tackle recent incidents of anti-social behaviour…