Knowsley Town Council News
Closure Over The Festive Season
The offices and the buildings of the Town Council will be closed over the Christmas break from Monday 23 December 2013 to Wednesday 1 January 2014 inclusive. We reopen on Thursday 2 January 2014. The next Town Council Meeting...
Have A Greener Christmas!
We are all getting ready for Christmas and the festive spirit is gradually taking over. A few shopping days left and this weekend's papers will be full of the forthcoming television schedules. Deep joy! Here are some top recycling tips to help...
Getting A Taxi? Be Safe! Be Careful!
Of course, it makes sense to consider getting a taxi over the festive period. However, if you are considering using taxis to travel this Christmas, there are some important things to look out for: Official licensed vehicles will have a licence...
Councillor Maureen Clunan
It is with the very deepest regret that the the Town Council announces the sad passing of Councillor Maureen Clunan. Maureen was elected in May 2011 as a councillor for the Stockbridge ward. It was Maureen's first term as an elected...
Santa To Visit Knowsley Safari Park!
This Christmas, a special treat is available to children as the chance to have breakfast with Santa presents itself. Of course, it's a busy time for Santa but he's managed to force a break into his busy schedule just for...
Stockbridge Village Wins ... Again!
Residents in Stockbridge Village will know better than most the impact that regeneration can have. In recent years, they have seen the village centre totally transformed. Now it seems that this transformation is not only attracting praise from local residents. National...
A Christmas Classic In Knowsley!
The Ghost of Christmas Future is almost here as young actors from Altru and Knowsley Youth Theatres perform their own version of Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol. Set in Victorian London, people are getting ready for a happy Christmas. Everybody is full of festive...
Make A Healthy New Year's Resolution!
Public health professionals in Knowsley are encouraging residents to make a New Year's resolution to sign up to the latest Change4Life campaign. The new campaign will be launched in January to help families switch to healthier food options. Those...
The Rucksack Project Help For The Homeless
Teams or individuals who would like to support an initiative to help people who are sleeping rough this winter are invited to take part in the Rucksack Project. The aim of the Rucksack Project is to pass on a little Christmas...
Bogus Official Call Warning!
Please be wary of companies claiming to be working for Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council (KMBC) offering refunds on Council Tax. The scam has seen residents telephoned at home by somebody claiming to be from KMBC. The resident is asked to make an appointment with them...
First Historic Environment Strategy Published!
Knowsley has a wealth of architectural and natural features. Everybody probably knows that! But did you know that the first 'Historic Environment Strategy' has recently been published to help conserve and enhance those features for future generations? The five year plan aims to find...
Have You Signed Up For 'Dry January'?
National alcohol charity Alcohol Concern is encouraging residents to take part in 'Dry January', a 31 day challenge to cut out alcohol. Those taking part will see financial and health benefits, as well as using it as an opportunity to assess their drinking habits. Dry...
Landlords' Forum This Week!
If you are a private landlord in Knowsley, there is an event for you this Thursday, 5 December 2013 in Huyton. A private landlords' forum has been arranged and will cover a number of topics including: The Gas Safe Register British Gas - energy...
EnChord On Song At Awards!
A group of musicians and singers from Stockbridge Village was recently nominated for the Isla Gladstone Arts Award at the Echo Pride of Merseyside Awards. At a ceremony that took place on Friday 22 November 2013, EnChord was nominated for its...
Knowsley Panto Attracts The Stars!
Coronation Street and Celebrity Big Brother star Bruce Jones is among the star names to appear in this year's Knowsley Leisure and Culture Park's Christmas panto, Jack and the Beanstalk. The actor, probably best known for playing Les Battersby in Corrie takes...
Free Heritage Skills Training!
Work is well underway on the Prescot Townscape Heritage Initiative (THI) --- a £3.2 million project which will see the repair and restoration of the town's historic fabric. The Heritage Lottery Fund has awarded £1.85 million to the project with additional funding provided by Knowsley...
Town Council's Model Publication Scheme 2014
Under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, it is the duty of every public authority to adopt and maintain a Publication Scheme. Local authorities must produce and publish the method by which specific information will be available so that it can be easily...
It's Sale Time In Stockbridge Village On Sunday!
Looking to earn a couple of bob, get rid of some unwanted items and pick up a bargain? Well, you could be lucky this weekend because there's a table top sale at the Stockbridge Village Neighbourhood Centre. The table top sale...
"Mini Winter" Celebration On Sunday!
How about combining a social bike ride and some family festive fun this Sunday? The bike ride starts from Court Hey Park, Roby Road at 10.30 a.m. on Sunday 24 November and coincides with the National Wildflower Centre's annual "Mini...
Suspension Of Blue Bin Waste Collection From Today!
During the winter months, there is a dramatic reduction in the amount of garden waste collected. In consequence, the garden waste (blue bin) collection will be suspended from today. There will be no blue bin collections between Monday 18 November 2013 and Friday 21 February 2014. During...