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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.

The coronavirus pandemic and resulting social distancing guidelines has meant that Knowsley’s Crime and Communities Team ‘Walkabout Wednesday’ won’t continue as usual. Here’s what they’re doing instead.

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.

Due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic and the need to adhere to social distancing, the meeting took place online for the first time in the council’s history.

Is your family eligible for help from a new £37m fund for low-income families with seriously ill or disabled children.

The ban comes after research showed research menthol smokers are more likely to become heavily addicted and find it harder to quit.

Employers, the self-employed and people in control of premises, such as landlords, have a duty to identify and control risks associated with legionella.

Discover some of the fabulous short films in the Archive’s video vault and explore the borough’s rich and varied history and heritage

What have the Crime and Communities team been up to this week?

If you or a loved one has the symptoms of a stroke, however minor they may seem, please don’t be put off seeking help due to Covid-19

Knowsley residents have the exciting opportunity to access the expertise of Kirkby Gallery’s resident artist, Gillian Cowley to create paintings inspired by the project and theme Home is Where The Art is.

GPs in Knowsley are encouraging residents to not ignore any unexplained changes to their body or concerns which could indicate the presence of cancer.

Over the last two months, Knowsley’s local policing team, with the help of a Knowsley Council funded quad bike, have seized 32 motorbikes, scrambler and quad bikes from borough’s streets.

Residents across Knowsley are being advised of a Council Tax scam circulating via email and text.

Following a number of offences committed over the last 18 months, Knowsley’s Crime and Communities Team have secured a partial Closure Order for a property in Kirkby.

Knowsley’s Crime and Communities Team may not be knocking at your door – but they are still working for you during this pandemic.

Does your child have a fantastic teacher? Take part in this national campaign and let them know they’ve made a difference!

Did you know that there are more than 850 CCTV cameras across Knowsley, installed to keep residents safe?

This Foster Care Fortnight Knowsley’s Fostering Service is asking people to think about whether this rewarding role might be right for them.

Two Knowsley-based entrepreneurs have been awarded up to £10,000 and places on a learning programme to help improve their local community.

Merseytravel wants to know how you are travelling around now and how you expect to travel in the future – whether its by car, bus, train, ferry, cycling or walking.

This Friday, the nation is being invited to celebrate – from home – the 75th anniversary of VE Day – when victory in Europe was declared in World War 2.

Knowsley’s Crime and Communities Team may not be knocking at your door – but they are still working for you during this pandemic.

If you need urgent health care during the Coronavirus pandemic you’re being asked not to put it off – the NHS is still able to look after you, safely.

Leader of Knowsley Council, Cllr Graham Morgan, has added his voice to concerns that Government funding for the Coronavirus response will leave local authorities in the city region severely underfunded.

The coronavirus pandemic and resulting social distancing guidelines has meant that Knowsley’s Crime and Communities Team ‘Walkabout Wednesday’ won’t continue as usual.

British-Chinese people across Knowsley are being encouraged to put themselves forward for a new award designed to recognise their achievements and contributions to our national life. 

Knowsley will be marking this important day on Tuesday, 28 April, recognising & paying tribute to the workers killed, disabled, injured or made unwell by their work.

Unfortunately Knowsley Flower Show won’t take place this year but fortunately, you can find a collection of beautiful images of the outdoors in the comfort of your own home with Knowsley Flower Show’s online exhibition. Get involved!

VE Day 75th anniversary events will be scaled back due to the ongoing pandemic but there are still plenty of ways you can mark the special day at home.

If researching your family tree is something you’ve always wanted to do now could be the perfect time to get started as Ancestry, the family history website, is now free to access from home.

Cheshire & Merseyside NHS Trusts have launched new mental health helplines for people in need of mental health crisis support.

An important update for resident interested in the future of Whitakers Garden Centre and its current site in Prescot.

Improvement works on the cycle path running alongside the East Lancs Road will begin on Tuesday, 14 April 2020.

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

As Regional Adoption Agency, Adoption in Merseyside (AiM), reaches its second anniversary it’s appealing for anyone who could give a child the security of a forever home to get in touch.

During this unprecedented time the Council, and the whole community, is following the Government and Public Health England’s guidance to help contain the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). 

If you are experiencing domestic abuse, there is help available.

Merseyside Police has advice for domestic abuse victims on using ‘999 silent solution’ telephone system in an emergency. Here is a message from them.

If you’re currently out of work and looking for a job, Knowsley Works has a number of opportunities available for Knowsley residents.

Over the last few days, we’ve seen an increase in calls about people burning waste in their gardens. We know it’s hard with recycling centres closed but we would advise you to avoid this where possible.

Following months of financial difficulties, the high street rent-to-own retailer Brighthouse has announced its collapse. Here’s what you need to know.

In order to support residents who are ‘shopping local’ for essential supplies, the council has stopped all car parking charges in its town centres with immediate effect.

 If you want to make a difference to children and young people in Knowsley our fostering team is still available to answer any of your questions.

To support the on-going construction of the retail development in Kirkby Town Centre, changes to some car parks have been introduced.

Today Merseyside’s Violence Reduction Partnership has launched a campaign that’s asking the public to keep their ‘EYES OPEN’ to the…

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet will meet at 5pm on Wednesday 25 March 2020. Take a look at what’s on the agenda.

The Shakespeare North Playhouse Community Curators group recently spent time at Knowsley Hall as part of their specialist training.

As part of an ‘unlocking place potential’ visit, the Task Force team visited Huyton to review the council’s plans for the Village Centre.

Wednesday, 18 March is National Child Exploitation Awareness Day, highlighting issues around child sexual and criminal exploitation.

Save the date! Prescot’s Elizabethan Fayre has been announced to take place on Saturday 2 May 2020 and it is set to be the biggest and best one yet!

St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Primary School in Halewood is latest Knowsley primary school to receive a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating following a recent inspection.

A unique project in Stockbridge Village is transforming lives by transforming unwanted furniture and they need your help.

A massive team of enthusiastic volunteers gathered at Court Hey Park to transform the community garden space on the site of the former National Wildflower Centre.

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.

Smokers in Knowsley can get help to give up this No Smoking Day with special events this week and support on offer all year round.

You may have read reports that the council ‘gave’ £100,000 to a restaurant business in Huyton, as well as a year’s free rent. These reports are incorrect, and here’s why.

A live artist from Merseyside is about to embark upon a ground breaking five month project that will see her travel to India to walk in Mahatma Gandhi’s footsteps.

International Women’s Day takes place on Sunday, 8 March 2020. Here’s how Knowsley Council will be marking the day.

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet will meet at 6pm on Wednesday 4 March. Here is a summary of the main items on the agenda.

If you are looking for information on organisations and services offering advice and/or support for children and young people under…

Community based organisations are invited to bid for funding to improve the mental health and well-being of men. Projects should…

Andy and Craig work hard and enjoy life but after being married for a couple of years, they knew they…

Useful information for patients worried about the closure of several surgeries in Knowsley by Aston Healthcare.

Celebrations took place this week after Knowsley Council’s Adult Provider Services once again achieved the prestigious Autism Accreditation award.

Two major trusts will make significant capital contributions to the Shakespeare North Playhouse.

Groups with ideas to help reduce waste, encourage recycling and prevent carbon emissions could be eligible for a grant to help them take action.

Do you have a view on the services offered by the Inclusion Service? Let them know how they can improve.

The Huyton high school has been recognised for its inclusive practice and ongoing commitment to developing educational inclusion.

As part of the redevelopment of Kirkby, the council has purchased Knowsley Community College’s site to allow them to move into the heart of the town centre.

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

Green waste (blue bin) collections in Knowsley will start up again during the week beginning Monday, 2 March 2020.

Thanks to its ambitious plans for economic growth, Knowsley Council has generated more income from Council Tax and Business Rates growth.

Halsnead Garden Village – the largest combined housing and employment site in the Liverpool City Region has received further funding from the Government.

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.

The Greystone Footbridge over the M62 in Huyton will be lit up (from Monday 24 to Friday 29 February) to…

Come along and find out about all the services and local groups that can support your child with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities.

Here’s how you can get involved in activities designed to help your mental and physical health in Knowsley.

Children at Evelyn Primary School in Prescot, recently found out about potential careers at an aspirations day.

Following on from a hugely successful event in October last year, Fiver Fest is back in Prescot and this time it’s double the fun as it runs for two weeks instead of one.

Want to try your hand at art? There are brilliant art sessions happening at Kirkby Gallery and they’re free. Don’t miss out on securing your place.

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.

Here’s how the £1 million from the Metro Mayor’s Town Centre Fund will be used in Huyton and Prescot.

Another new addition to Prescot’s food and drink scene, Eden Bar and Garden opens its doors.

With Valentine’s Day on the horizon there’s no better time to show your love… for Prescot! From Wednesday 12 February…

Come and find out more about the services that can support children with special educational needs and / or disabilities in Knowsley, as well as parents and carers.

Find out what’s on the agenda at Cabinet on 12 February 2020.

Young Knowsley residents are making the borough proud by launching a pin badge that takes a stand against knife crime.…

Find out the facts about allegations of an increase in crime and anti-social behaviour at Foxes Bank Cemetery.

The key partners leading on the delivery of the Shakespeare North Playhouse in Prescot have signed a construction Partnership Charter for this once in a lifetime project.

Housing group Torus has officially welcomed new residents to its latest development, The Maples, in Kirkby.

ForHousing has finished work on the £1.6m Barley Mow development in Stockbridge Village, Knowsley, on the site of a derelict pub.

Yet another Knowsley School has retained its ‘Good’ rating during their latest Ofsted inspection. Millbrook Community Primary School in Kirkby…

An ambitious new project aimed at helping people in Knowsley who are struggling with issues including money worries, disability, dementia or loneliness, launched this week.

Young people from across Knowsley came together for the first Knowsley Schools Climate Change Summit, following the borough’s declaration of a Climate Change Emergency.

We’re all being encouraged to take Time to Talk about mental health this Thursday.

Landmarks in Knowsley will be illuminated in green tonight in support of the Clatterbridge Cancer Charity which is transforming cancer care for people locally.

‘The Kirkby Child’ is a model made up of core values and skills that are important to pupils in Kirkby and are what all pupils can work towards in and out of school.

A Knowsley nursery is celebrating its first anniversary and a successful twelve months with many improvements to the children’s learning…

Congratulations to staff, parents and pupils as the school retains top grading from inspectors.