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Knowsley’s Open Art Exhibition – an annual showcase of visual art created by the talented people of Knowsley – is now open in Kirkby Gallery.

Don’t waste time waiting on the phone – see what you can do online at a time and place that suits you.

Saturday 1 December is World AIDS Day, an international event dedicated to raising awareness of the AIDS and HIV epidemic across the globe and mourning the loss of those who have died from the disease.

A magical and funny show ideal for children between three and six and their grown ups is coming to Huyton Library.

Meet Dave Taylor, Kirkby Market’s brilliant Trader of the Month for December 2018.

As we approach the festive season a drive to reduce drunkenness is underway in Knowsley and across the region.

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

Would you be interested in going to support Prescot Cables at a home match?  If you’re a community organisation, charity, youth organisation or local Knowsley resident, then you can go along and watch a match for free!

A ground-breaking event to mark the start of restoration work at one of Merseyside’s most historic parks has taken place.

Knowsley Community College and St Helen’s College are working in partnership with the University of Liverpool and One Ark to launch an exciting new pre-apprenticeship programme aimed at young people aged 16-17.

In the biggest ceremony to date, 850 guests came together at this year’s Knowsley Business Awards, to celebrate the success…

Following a public consultation, the Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) in the Westvale area of Kirkby has been extended for a further year – here’s what that means.

The festivities are approaching, and while many people love this time of year, others worry about how they will pay…

Councillors in Knowsley have confirmed that the council has been successfully able to balance its budget for next year, without having to make further cuts.

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

Ofsted recently carried out an inspection (on 30 and 31 October 2018) of the council’s first point of contact for children who need help and protection.

A new scheme is being rolled out across Merseyside for people with Autism Spectrum Conditions to help to ensure they…

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet meet on Wednesday, 21 November, 2018, at 5pm. Here’s our quick guide to what’s on the agenda. 

It’s a case of ‘so far, sew good’ for a community scheme in Northwood, that’s using creative arts and crafts…

A commemorative stone, commissioned in remembrance of a war hero who was born in Knowsley, was unveiled at a moving ceremony held last week.

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (also known as ‘White Ribbon Day’) is on Sunday 25 November and Knowsley Council is raising awareness of this important issue.

That’s the message from the Department for Education’s ‘Together, we can tackle child abuse’ campaign, which the council is supporting…

Merseyside councils have been successful in a bid to the Government’s Domestic Abuse Fund, providing further support to domestic abuse…

12 to 16 November, is national Anti-Bullying Week and throughout the week, the Bullybusters team will be running workshops and assemblies around…

A lasting memorial to those who lost their lives in the two World Wars has been unveiled at a centre for older people in Huyton.

Knowsley Council’s Planning Committee has given the green light for high quality new homes to be built in Roby.

The green waste (blue bin) collection in Knowsley will start up again during the week beginning Monday, 4 March 2019.

Knowsley Council is appealing for applicants to take up School Crossing Patrol Officer roles across the borough.

Those responsible for setting illegal fires in Knowsley on bonfire night, causing extensive damage, are being sought by the police.

A community ‘action day’ took place on Friday 30 November in which members of the community with Swanside councillors and supported by facilities and environmental company Assit tidied up community spaces at St. Bartholomew’s Church, The Age UK Mid Mersey Roby Hub and Roby Field.

Across Knowsley, people of all ages remembered the fallen in the run up to Remembrance Sunday on November 11 – here are some of the things that happened.

A World War One naval diary and photograph collection held in Knowsley’s archive will be conserved and made accessible for…

Find out who our Kirkby Market Trader of the Month is for November 2018.

Two new strategies aimed at supporting older people in Knowsley are being launched. Knowsley Older People’s Strategy 2018 – 2021…

If you’re a fan of mystery and crime fiction, you’ll love the new releases you’ll find in Knowsley’s libraries.

Foresight Group has announced a £2 million investment into Merseyside-based Fieldway Supplies Limited – a Huyton-based provider of fire alarm…

Morecrofts Solicitors has announced plans to open a new office in Prescot town centre.

Knowsley’s Rebound Dance and Health CIC have received funding from the Knowsley Better Together fund to expand their range of…

Beware rogue rubbish removal operators If you’re having a clear out in preparation for the holiday period, make sure anyone…

More than 2,500 children and young people in Knowsley benefited from free meals and fun activities over the school summer holidays.

Volair is investing in new leisure facilities at Halewood Leisure Centre.

The first ever Knowsley event entitled “Shine” took place last week, showcasing the talent of local musicians and dancers.

Activate Community and Education Services – The Bracknell Centre – in Knowsley, has beaten schools around the UK in a competition to win one of 30 state-of-the-art education technology packages through the Promethean Grant programme.

Taking antibiotics when you don’t need them puts you and your family at risk. That’s the message from the latest Public Health campaign warning against the over-use of antibiotics.

Children at St Columba’s Roman Catholic Primary School in Huyton are Knowsley’s latest pupils to take part in Merseyside Police’s exciting ‘Mini Police’ scheme.

A Kirkby-based organisation, Comics Youth CIC, scooped three top awards at last week’s Royal Society for Public Health’s Health and…

People who have been affected by bullying, abuse and hate because of a disability are being urged to seek support in a powerful new video released to mark National Hate Crime Awareness Week which takes place from 13 to 20 October 2018.

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

Another business has chosen Huyton Village Centre for its home. The Healing Centre, based in Sherbourne Square (inside Kerry’s Fitness…

Suites Hotel & Spa was the big winner at this year’s Merseyside Independent Business Awards, scooping a total of three…

Traffic will soon be flowing better and congestion reduced on major routes leading into Kirkby, thanks to two significant transport…

To mark National Anti-Slavery Day, Knowsley Council signed the Charter against Modern Slavery, which ensures that exploitation has no place in council supply chains.

Hundreds of people came together to celebrate the amazing Lost Castles project which took place at Knowsley Safari during the summer.

New awards to honour ‘hidden heroes’ working in the care sector across the Liverpool City Region are being launched by…

One of Knowsley’s best loved landmarks will be going green to help start a conversation about the benefits that ‘clean growth’ can bring to our society. 

We’ve invited the Leader of Knowsley Council, Cllr Graham Morgan, to update us on his work in the borough, in what will become a regular monthly feature.

As National Adoption Week gets underway on Monday 15 October, Knowsley Council – as part of the regional adoption agency…

A project introduced by Knowsley Council’s Town Centres team at Kirkby Market has been showcased as an example of innovative best practice by the National Association of British Market Authorities (NABMA).

Key investors involved in Kirkby town centre’s development were on site today discussing the finer details of the new Morrisons store’s design and layout.

A group of Knowsley councillors have become Alzheimer’s Society’s ‘Dementia Friends’ pledging to help end the stigma for people living with dementia.

A project aimed at developing skills and recycling household goods is being unveiled at Knowsley Council’s Adult Disability Day Service…

Could you or someone you know write for a youth-led zine? This could be the perfect opportunity!

Five Knowsley businesses have made it to the shortlist for the Merseyside Independent Business (MIB) Awards 2018.

October 10th is World Mental Health Day with the theme for 2018 set by the World Health Organisation as ‘Young…

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

If you have a child under five you may be interested in the new, free Knowsley health app which provides…

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

The event shone a spotlight on the successes of Knowsley’s looked after children and care leavers in areas including education, personal achievement, sports and leisure.

Schools in Knowsley are taking part in the annual Shakespeare Schools Festival once again to celebrate Shakespeare and enjoy weeks of fun learning to perform some of his best work on a professional stage.

A new strategy outlining how the council, partners, residents and businesses will all work together to achieve a Dementia Friendly…

Liverpool Mutual Homes has started work on a new development in Kirkby providing extra care homes as well as affordable homes.

The leader of Knowsley Council has welcomed the launch of a new community of family homes in Prescot, which will transform a brownfield site delivering new homes for the town.

Excitement in Prescot continues to build as another new restaurant opens its doors.

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

The major redevelopment of Kirkby Town Centre continues and is on schedule, with St. Modwen submitting final amendments to its planning application for the new Morrisons supermarket.

Knowsley Library Service has launched an exciting new free eAudiobooks service allowing you to listen to a wide range of titles online and on the move.

The council is supporting the Environment Agency’s campaign, equipping residents with information around what to do in the event of…

Organisations interested in developing the former National Wildflower Centre site are being invited to submit their proposals to the council.

Meet Kirkby Market’s Trader of the Month for October… Jodie Chipchase of Maisie’s Boutique Tell us about your business: “We…

Knowsley’s Greystone footbridge over the M62 is being lit in pink and blue this week to mark Baby Loss Awareness Week.

Out of school activities for children with special educational needs or disabilities are now available across Knowsley.

Accelerating development, investment and business growth in Knowsley will be even simpler from today, thanks to the launch of Invest Knowsley.

Knowsley Council has pledged its support to introduce UNISON’s ethical care charter which will ensure adequate staffing levels and sufficient…

People in Knowsley are being asked to share their views, opinions and experience of life in the borough – now and in the future.

Liverpool FC held a special ‘breaking ground’ ceremony at the club’s Academy in Kirkby today, to mark the beginning of work on its new training campus.

​Public Health in Knowsley is encouraging us all to rethink our drinking habits and ensure we have alcohol free nights throughout the week.

Newly landscaped gardens at the Age UK Mid-Mersey Roby Hub were officially opened during an open day to mark the end of 12 months of extensive renovations.

The ‘Kind to Teeth’ campaign is urging families to make healthier drink choices for their young children in a bid…

A dozen striking red plaques have appeared on buildings throughout Prescot, creating a heritage trail that reveals the diverse architectural history of the town.

Kirkby Gallery welcomes an exhibition of book art related to Mary Shelley’s legendary novel Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus.

The first of a number of new independent restaurants coming to Prescot will open this weekend (Saturday 15 September).

A full meeting of the Council took place on Wednesday, 12 September. Find out what was discussed.

There’s one more chance to visit Foodie Friday this year. Enjoy tempting food and drink as well as great family entertainment.

We all lead busy lives, but making small changes now can improve our health right away and boost our chances of staying healthy as we get older.  Healthy Knowsley is here to help.  It’s never too late or too early to start making changes.

These lovely pictures shared by our local schools show pupils settling in to their new classrooms, getting stuck into lessons, and with huge smiles on their faces, too! 

Monday, 10 September 2018 is World Suicide Prevention Day – a day when people are being asked to give up just 20 minutes of their time to do free suicide prevention training which could help to save a life.

Get help and support from Knowsley’s Local Offer – the one-stop-shop of information and support available for children & young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). 

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet met on Wednesday, 5 September 2018. Here’s our quick summary of what was on the agenda, and what was agreed.

Helping children in Knowsley to travel to school in a way that is safe, healthy and sustainable is the focus of a new plan agreed by councillors today

A free family fun day for families in Knowsley accessing special educational needs and/or disabilities support was an overwhelming success.