September 2026
Young readers get into the rhythm with Summer Reading Challenge 2026
The Mayor of St Helens, Councillor Stephen Little, alongside fellow councillors, presented certificates to children following the successful conclusion of the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge.
Anti-social behaviour down as Community Safety Partnership reports on a year of action
2025-26 saw significant reductions in ASB - the highest reduction on Merseyside - with St Helens now having the joint lowest rate.
Residents Invited to free healthy ageing and winter wellbeing events
The events will bring together a range of local organisations and services to provide practical advice, information and support for people of all ages.
Contractor appointed for Gamble Building transformation
Steps to transform the Gamble Building into a creative and learning hub that is a jewel in the crown of St Helens town centre moved further towards its completion with the appointment of a contractor for the next stage in the process.
Rogue HMO landlord fined £35,000 in council enforcement
Firm action has been taken against a rogue St Helens landlord after they failed to obtain a licence for their House in Multiple Occupation (HMO).
New powers welcomed to tackle persistent anti-social behaviour
They're known as 'Respect Orders' and give councils, police and housing providers stronger powers to deal with repeat offenders under the Crime and Policing Act 2026.
STOP means STOP when you see the lollipop
This vital road safety message is being shared by St Helens Borough Council's Road Safety Team, who this week took part in a regional day of road safety action.
Council backs new sustainable plan to protect environment
St Helens Borough Council has voted to end its voluntary Net Zero targets and remove the Climate Emergency, replacing it with a Sustainable St Helens Plan to deliver cleaner communities and support the rich biodiversity of the borough.
Council backs call to give residents a voice on regional authority
Councillors called on an important regional waste and recycling authority to give St Helens Borough residents the representation they need on its committees.
£11m highways improvement programme set out by St Helens Borough Council
The report forms part of the Government's highways maintenance funding framework, which links funding to transparency, performance and best practice in highway maintenance and asset management.
Bereavement Services Open Day to showcase support for families and new website
The event will offer visitors a unique opportunity to take guided tours of the Crematorium and grounds, meet funeral professionals and gain a better understanding of the services available to support families following bereavement.
Call for community support to clean up every ward
We're calling on communities to come together to support our new programme that will see council services target every ward in the borough.