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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.

During the current coronavirus outbreak, its more important than ever to know that you can access council services online.

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…

An upcoming exhibition at Kirkby Gallery will celebrate local life through art, and we need you to suggest which Knowsley faces and places should be stars of the show.

This year’s Prescot Christmas lights will truly be the biggest and best ever – and will see even more of the streets illuminated for Christmas than ever before.

The next time you’re at the council’s One Stop Shop in Kirkby, why not have a free, confidential DIY health check at the Wellpoint Kiosk? 

The first section of Huyton Village to be transformed with a contemporary makeover of the shop fronts is now complete. 

Knowsley Council’s new Crime & Communities team have been out in force this week working to reassure residents and discourage young people from being drawn into anti-social behaviour.

Over 350 children from 15 schools in Knowsley are performing in Shakespeare Schools Festival 2019.

Work is currently underway on a Gleeson Homes housing development in the Woolfall Heath area of Huyton. We look at the background to the development.

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.

World Diabetes Day is 14 November 2019 and this year’s theme is ‘the family and diabetes’.

Prescot’s food and drink offer continues to thrive as another new bar and restaurant opens its doors.

The popular Huyton Live events will return to the village twice more this year – with a festive flavour and all the usual food, drink and entertainment!

A brand new post-19 specialist provision for young people with high needs – Flourish – has opened in Knowsley.

Do you know how to protect your business from cyber security threats? Find out where to get advice and guides to help protect your livelihood online.

Talent was shining brightly in Knowsley during the second ‘Shine’ event, a talent showcase for anyone with a connection to Knowsley.

More than 100 pupils from schools across Kirkby will be recognised for their excellence attendance at a celebration event this week.

Shakespeare North Playhouse makes headlines in Stratford-upon-Avon.

The Live Well website is a directory of useful information about adult care, community services and events across Knowsley, Liverpool and Wirral.

Twelve students from All Saints High School have joined Knowsley’s first Fire Cadet Unit. The scheme, which began last month, has already made a positive impact on the young people’s lives.

Seven year old Ava decided to take action after getting fed up of the amount of littering that was happening in her local area.

A play created by a group of young people from Knowsley explores the difficult issue of knife crime.

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

Rules regarding responsible dog ownership were brought in two years ago in response to requests by the public – here’s what you need to know!

Bring along your four-legged friend to one of these events for free microchipping, health checks and nail clipping.

A new plan for Knowsley will help residents achieve a healthy weight and help improve their health.

It’s National Adoption Week, Monday 14 to 20 October, and Knowsley Council – as part of the regional adoption agency for Merseyside – is highlighting the need to find parents for 50 children across Merseyside.

Poco Loco is the latest new addition to the night time offer in Prescot town centre that has opened its doors to the public.