May 2025

The Millennium Needle is being preserved as part of a long-term vision to blend modern growth with the town's rich heritage.

The Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer praised St Helens-based Glass Futures for its work on a visit to the global centre of excellence.

The launch of a supervised toothbrushing programme in local early years settings and primary schools is to be celebrated with a special Family Hub event next week (4 June).

A national ban on the sale and supply of disposable vapes is being welcomed in St Helens Borough, due to their harmful impact on the environment and young people.

Preparations for the next stage of St Helens town centre's major regeneration are advancing, with further works planned at the Hardshaw Centre and bus station sites to ensure their safe and controlled demolition.

Allotment holders across St Helens Borough are benefitting from free compost thanks to St Helens Borough Council and SED Services Ltd.

Key people from across the borough came together to talk about why they love St Helens and encourage them to back the new #lovesthelens campaign.

Changes to the make-up of St Helens Borough Council's Cabinet will help super charge the ability to deliver for the future.

Councillor Severiano Gomez-Aspron MBE has officially taken up the role of Mayor of St Helens Borough for 2025-2026, following a formal mayor-making ceremony held today (Wednesday 14 May) at St Helens Town Hall.

Residents across St Helens Borough are being encouraged to get active and make a difference this May by taking part in a new community challenge in support of Foster Care Fortnight - the UK's largest fostering awareness campaign.

As part of the Victory in Europe [VE] Day 80 commemorations , St Helens Borough Council welcomed members of the Armed Forces community — including a local Second World War veteran — to a special celebration event at St Helens Town Hall today (Thursday 8 May) which saw the council presented with a prestigious Gold Employer Recognition Award from the Ministry of Defence (MOD).

Independent inspectors from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) have judged Adult Social Care Services at St Helens Borough Council as Good.