July 2026
Community and conservation at the heart of Bold Moss transformation
Local partners, volunteers and community groups came together at Bold Forest Park to celebrate the ongoing transformation of Bold Moss.
Plans for a joined-up transport network take huge step forward with Mayor announcing immediate improvements as St Helens bus services come back under public control
More evening and weekend services, extended routes and a brand-new express link to Liverpool John Lennon Airport will operate from Day One when the St Helens bus network comes back under public control in September.
St Helens regeneration programme building up career aspirations at De La Salle School
Businesses involved in St Helens town centre's regeneration programme have helped drive a third more business participation in De La Salle School's last two careers events.
Tower cranes rise over St Helens as town centre regeneration reaches major construction milestone
The transformation of St Helens town centre has reached another significant milestone, with tower cranes arriving on the Phase 1 regeneration site.
Community mural project to transform graffiti hot spot in St Helens Town Centre
A vibrant community mural is set to transform a graffiti hot spot in St Helens Town Centre, bringing young people together to create a lasting piece of public artwork while helping tackle recurring vandalism.
Earlestown Town Hall will open its doors to everyone
A new custom-made lift has been installed at Earlestown Town Hall, restoring step-free access and making sure the historic building will be open to all once the remaining restoration works are complete.
Green Spaces Emergency declared to protect parks and open spaces
A Green Spaces Emergency, calling to protect St Helens Borough's parks, fields and open spaces, has been backed by St Helens Borough Council.
Temporary traffic management measures as Earlestown Town Hall restoration continues
Phased temporary traffic management measures will come into effect along Market Street and Tamworth Street in Earlestown town centre next month.
New policy to set out flag flying protocol
A new flag policy will recognise the important place in society that they play in representing our borough.
St Helens Transport Interchange takes another step towards completion
The new transport interchange in St Helens town centre has taken another major step forward with the installation of its glazed exterior walls.
Proposals further manage the increase of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) set to go to Cabinet
Plans to introduce new rules that would require planning permission for the change of use of a family home to a small House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) across the borough are being considered by St Helens Borough Council.
Partners unite to strengthen SEND support in St Helens following inspection findings
Leaders in education, health, social care and the voluntary sector came together to drive improvements for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) following a recent Area SEND Inspection for St Helens which identified areas requiring urgent action.