December 2024

Kind-hearted residents, businesses and organisations have once again come together to ensure some of the borough's most disadvantaged families can enjoy their Christmas by donating thousands of items and pounds to St Helens Borough Council's annual gift appeal.

The first ever Teenage Market in Earlestown brought out crowds who were keen to support budding entrepreneurs from across St Helens Borough.

The first ever Teenage Market in Earlestown brought out crowds who were keen to support budding entrepreneurs from across St Helens Borough.

A state-of-the-art sports pitch has opened in Newton-le-Willows, one-month ahead of schedule.

Nineteen extra places have been created at an outstanding community special school in St Helens as a result of a £360,000 investment by St Helens Borough Council to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

A nationally acclaimed programme that brings arts to all is celebrating a successful year of engaging audiences as it looks to expand its offer for a further year.

A focus on expanding the types of homes to help people continue to live independent lives and meet the needs of an ever-aging population are the key to a new strategy approved by St Helens Borough Council's Cabinet.

Newton-le-Willows Town Board, who are tasked with developing a plan to invest £20 million in the area, has got down to work.

The Christmas countdown is truly on as St Helens and Earlestown are sparkling with festive joy.

The team supporting young people leaving care in St Helens Borough are enjoying double celebrations after a national award win and expanding their hub for care leavers.

As the festive season ramps up, St Helens Borough Council is re launching the #KnowYourRide campaign to ensure the safety and confidence of everyone enjoying the celebrations.

It was a pleasure to host Team Chocolate Orange earlier today for their annual Make A Difference Friday event.