Knowsley Town Council News
Community Pavilion based in Pool Hey
KNOWSLEY TOWN COUNCIL Knowsley Town Council has refurbished the Community Pavilion based in Pool Hey, Stockbridge Village. If local groups are looking for somewhere to meet or carry out their activities within Stockbridge or elsewhere in the Township. Why not come along to view the premises. Viewing will take place on the following days and times: Monday 13 May 2019 – 1 pm to... Read more
Training opportunities for Community groups & volunteers
Could you please complete this survey monkey to help assess what training people are interested in or need within Knowsley the more interest we get the better informed we'll be, if you would like more information there’s a drop in session on a Monday at the hub Stockbridge Village 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/GetOnTrackStockbridge Thank you for your... Read more
Stockbridge Village Community Project wins Award
A community project which addresses social isolation in Stockbridge Village has picked up a North West Coast Research and Innovation Award in the “Research into Wellbeing” category. With support from Lancaster University, a group of 10 residents carried out research to gain an insight into how much locals feel part of their community and the challenges which they face. The... Read more
KNOWSLEY VILLAGE YOUTH PERFORMANCE PROJECT
Bob Whiley Centre Young people aged 7+ Wednesday’s 4-5pm Price - £2.50 ... Read more
Do You Need Help With Universal Credit
Universal Credit claimants can currently access ‘Personal Budgeting Support’ and ‘Assisted Digital Support’ through Knowsley Council. However, the Department for Work and Pensions has decided that from, April 2019, this ‘Universal Support’ will be provided by Citizens Advice nationally and, locally, by Citizens Advice Knowsley. The service is being re-badged as “Help to Claim” and will be available to... Read more
MacMillan bus to visit Knowsley
The MacMillan bus will be visiting Knowsley next month, with professionals on-board to provide advice and support. Whether you have a cancer diagnosis, have a friend or relative affected by cancer, or are worried about cancer in any way at all, there are lots of ways that Macmillan can support you - medically, financially, emotionally and practically. The expert team are... Read more
Grants and Sponsorship to Support Local Communities
Knowsley Town Council has always supported community groups and local organisations through it grants and sponsorship scheme. We believe that our Grants and Sponsorship Scheme offer an effective way to help and support residents in our community. Our Grants and Sponsorship Schemes support new and ongoing activities across our Town Council locality. Supporting and investing in local resident associations, youth groups... Read more
KNOWSLEY VETERANS HUB
Everton in the Community’s Health and Wellbeing arm is launching a project designed to support veterans within Merseyside. Funded by the Royal British Legion, Knowsley Veterans' Hub (KVH) aims to engage ex-service personnel who are at risk of isolation... Read more
The Cinnamon Trust Urgently Needs Volunteers in Stockbridge Village
The Cinnamon Trust is the national charity whose wonderful volunteers help people over retirement age and those in the latter stages of a terminal illness by offering all kinds of pet care. What happens if illness, injury or just the fact that we all get older eventually affects our ability to look after our four legged companions? A large number... Read more
NEW FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
The Weaver’s Company – grants up to £15k for disadvantaged young people and Offenders – deadline 31st March 2019: https://mfip.org.uk/2019/01/16/funding-to-support-disadvantaged-young-people-and-offenders-31st-march-2019-uk/ Groundworks – ‘Changing Places and Lives’ funding – up to £25K grants for charities, CICs, Local Authorities, housing and health bodies to apply: https://mfip.org.uk/2019/03/06/funding-of-up-to-25000-available-for-community-projects-england-scotland-wales/ Asda Foundation Grants – for community projects with Grants up to £30k+:... Read more
Get help to give up this No Smoking Day - and throughout March
Smokers can get help to give up this No Smoking Day (Wednesday 13 March 2019) and throughout the month with the new Step into Summer Smokefree campaign. Smokers are urged to quit and ‘breathe easy’ as part of the... Read more
Two-day course launched to help Knowsley residents who are currently out of work
My Turn My Turn is a new, two-day course aimed at people who are currently out of work and living in Knowsley or any other borough within the Liverpool City Region. It will help course attendees build a positive future... Read more
Cervical Screening Saves Lives
A new national campaign 'Cervical Screening Saves Lives' aims to raise awareness about the importance of cervical screening which can stop cancer before it starts. The Public Health England campaign encourages all women to respond to their cervical screening... Read more
Green Waste Service (Blue Bin)
The green waste (blue bin) collection in Knowsley will start up again during the week beginning Monday, 4 March 2019. As blue bin collections are made on a three weekly cycle, please check the date of your next collection... Read more
Stockbridge In Stories
Knowsley Town Council Would like to thank Dr Vivien Holt from Lancaster University and Steph Tomlinson for their presentation relating to Stockbridge In Stories". Read more
Wellbeing sessions with FACE
Have you ever thought about taking up a new hobby or learning some new skills? Face and Community Education (FACE) are offering some fun sessions across libraries in Knowsley as part of GEM (Great Emerging Marvellous) Places. This... Read more
Friday 15th February 2019 is Fuel Poverty Awareness Day, a nationally recognised day to raise awareness of fuel poverty and the importance of living in a warm and safe home.
What is fuel poverty? Fuel poverty is when a household is unable to afford to heat their home to an adequate temperature. This is influenced by three factors; low-incomes, high energy costs, and energy inefficient housing. A shocking 4.5 million... Read more
Things to Do In February
Children Pedal Players,Stockbridge Village Library,18th February 2019 2.30pm Read more
Free CPR training - Merseyside Heartbeats Campaign
Be a Merseyside Lifesaver Sessions still available on the following dates:- Knowsley - Northwood Community Centre February 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th At the following times:- 10.00am/11.30am/1.30pm Search CPR on Eventbrite or call the A team on 0151 794... Read more
Free skills event for Knowsley residents and businesses
Knowsley residents will be able to meet with local employers, apprenticeship providers, colleges and universities all under one roof at... Read more