May 2025

Parkside Link Road was officially unveiled today (Friday 30 May) and will open to traffic tomorrow (Saturday 31st May) marking a key milestone in the regeneration of the area.

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.

St Helens Borough Council is calling on residents, businesses, and local organisations to have their say on plans for a new active travel route on Jubits Lane and Chester Lane.

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 St Helens couple have been jailed after fraudulently claiming almost £270,000 in welfare benefits, following a joint investigation by St Helens Borough Council and the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

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.

St Helens Borough Council will pay tribute to the local Armed Forces community this June at a special event in Victoria Park.

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.