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Planning application signals exciting new chapter for Moss Bank Library and community services
Planning application submitted to transform Moss Bank Children's Centre into the new North Community Hub - a vibrant, multi-service space that will also become the new home of the local library.
Council responds to The World of Glass plight, reaffirms commitment to library services
St Helens Borough Council has acknowledged the difficult financial situation facing The World of Glass, a cherished visitor attraction and home to St Helens Library, and the Borough Arts Collection.
Students look to build skills with construction simulator
More than 100 Year 9 and 10 students are being offered the opportunity to start building careers in the construction industry, thanks to support from Parkside Regeneration.
Plans for expansion could help boost SEND places at specialist school
A special school will look to transform a former library building into an additional school building with specialist sensory space for its pupils to enjoy.
Ongoing incident in Haresfinch, St Helens
Following the discovery of an unexploded ordnance inside a house on Chadwick Road, St Helens, a cordon has been put in place across a number of nearby roads and residents have been evacuated while the military and emergency services deal with the situation.
Glass Futures' milestone as revolutionary furnace is lit for the first time
Glass Futures will today (25th June 2025) mark a major milestone by lighting its cutting-edge furnace for the first time.
Duke of Lancaster's Regiment to parade through St Helens in honour of Freedom of the Borough
The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment will parade through St Helens town centre on Tuesday 1 July 2025, as part of a series of Freedom Parades taking place across the North West.
Council and partners 'Come Together' to tackle isolation
The award-winning St Helens Inequalities Commission brought people together recently as part of ongoing efforts to tackle inequalities in the borough.
Council launches carriageway resurfacing programme in Clock Face area
A programme of carriageway resurfacing works is set to begin in Clock Face and parts of the surrounding area from Monday 23rd June.
£29,000 invested in knife crime education in St Helens Borough schools
The initiative was launched to help educate young people about the dangers and consequences of carrying a knife from a victim, perpetrator and community perspective.
St Helens doubles down on sustainability and family-friendly design
As part of the Phase One reserved matters planning application the town centre scheme has undergone a series of design refinements that prioritise environmental and community benefits.
Funding applications open to support community-led libraries in St Helens Borough
St Helens Borough Council has today (Tuesday 15 April) launched a grants scheme to support residents and community groups to provide library facilities in their area.
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