Knowsley Town Council News
You're Invited To A Super Funk Roller Disco!
You'd better get your skates on because the Super Funk Disco returns to Knowsley later this month. Three earlier discos at the Knowsley Leisure and Culture Park on Longview Drive, Huyton have been sell out successes. So get your tickets to avoid disappointment! The Super...
World Diabetes Day On Thursday!
World Diabetes Day takes place on Thursday 14 November 2013. World Diabetes Day, on the 14 November every year, has grown from humble beginnings to become a globally-celebrated event to increase awareness about diabetes. Thursday is a significant day in the diabetes calendar because...
Tackling Energy Price Rises!
If you have just seen your energy bills rise again, a new switching campaign may be able to help you. Local councils and the charity, Energy Projects Plus, are supporting the "Switch Together, Save Together" campaign. You can receive expert energy...
National Adoption Week --- More Adoptive Families Needed
Neighbouring councils (including Knowsley) have come together to form "Together4Adoption". The aim is to improve the possibilities of finding the right families for children currently in their care. The collaboration was launched on Monday as part of National Adoption Week. National Adoption Week occurs annually...
Remembrance Sunday
In the United Kingdom, Remembrance Sunday is held on the second Sunday in November. This date is the Sunday nearest to 11 November ("Armistice Day"), the anniversary of the end of hostilities in the First World War at 11.00 a.m....
Landscape Art Exhibition
The contemporary stART Space Gallery at Kirkby Library is currently home to a new and exciting exhibition. The "Contrasting Land" art exhibition presents Ian Hewitt's collection of work across Merseyside and the North West. The exhibition displays the varied landscape of the region...
Guy Fawkes Night --- Tomorrow. Be Safe!
Tomorrow night is November 5th and the traditional date when we celebrate Guy Fawkes' ill-fated attempt to blow up the Houses of Parliament. There are typically two ways to mark the event: either have a small event with family and friends or attend a spectacular public display. Every...
Oh No, Tonight Is Halloween!
Tonight, Thursday 31 October 2013, we "celebrate" Halloween. But if you thought Halloween originated in the USA and then exported over here in the 1970s, it's time to revisit your history books! Actually, it is widely thought that Halloween originated here, in the UK, as a pagan...
Local Plan Schedule
Dates for public hearings looking at the content of Knowsley's proposed Local Plan have been confirmed. The Local Plan sets out how the borough will be developed over the next fifteen years. The 'core strategy' of the Plan was submitted to...
Polling Review
Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council (KMBC) is carrying out a review of polling districts and polling places in the borough. The review commenced on 7 October 2013 and will need to be completed in sufficient time to enable the Electoral Registration Officer to make any...
Secondary School Admissions --- Deadline Date Looms!
Parents of current Year 6 pupils have until the end of the month (i.e. Thursday 31 October 2013) to apply for a secondary school place. It is very easy to apply online by visiting www.knowsley.gov.uk and searching...
Looking Out For A Hero
Does your family have a tale of heroism about an ancestor who fought in the First World War? Do you know any interesting stories about experiences of local soldiers who served in the "Great War" or more recent conflicts? If...
Energy Saving Week --- Top Tips To Save Money!
We are all aware of the recent news regarding electricity and gas hikes by the power companies. But did you know this week (21 to 25 October 2013) is actually Energy Saving Week? Me neither! Around this time of year, we use more energy...
Town Council Accounts For 2012/13 "Signed Off"
The accounts of the Town Council for the last financial year (2012/13) have been "signed off" by the Government-appointed auditor. This scrutiny demonstrates, once again, that the Town Council's accounts comply fully with all national guidelines and legislation. Local councils in England must complete an Annual...
Town Council Awards Another Grant!
The Town Council has awarded yet another grant to a local community group! At the Meeting of the Town Council on Thursday 17 October, the Mayor, Councillor John Donnelly presented Hope Primary School PTA with a cheque of £540.
Dog Micro Chipping In Stockbridge Village Today!
Owners can bring their dogs along for advice, health checks and FREE micro chipping in Stockbridge Village today! Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council's dog wardens and the Dogs Trust will be in the car park at The...
Elections 2014 --- Are You Registered To Vote?
Knowsley's borough elections and the European Parliamentary elections will take place in May 2014. YOU NEED TO BE ON THE ELECTORAL REGISTER IN ORDER TO VOTE. The Annual Electoral Registration Update form will be sent to all households in...
Council Crest --- Legal Rights!
The Town (and formerly Parish) Council has used the coat of arms of the Earl of Derby (or Stanley family) for numerous years on a whole range of items including stationery, uniforms, literature, signage, civic regalia and the website. This utilisation...
Bob Whiley Community Centre Official Opening
The new Bob Whiley Community Centre was officially opened on Thursday 19 September 2013. The new Community Centre, formerly known as Knowsley Youth Club, is on Shop Road, Knowsley Village within...
Bob Whiley Community Centre --- Under New Management!
A Service Level Agreement has been concluded between the Town Council and Knowsley Village Community Association. The Community Association will now manage the Bob Whiley Community Centre on behalf of the Town Council for the benefit of local residents. The Service Level Agreement...