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    Halton and St Helens is packed full of amazing people working together to tackle the issues that affect our community: from food poverty to mental health.

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    We are proud to connect more than 2,500 charities, community groups and social enterprises with the thousands of people who need them.

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    Voluntary Sector North West

    Ambitious Social Value Roadmap Launched For Cheshire and Merseyside

    20 November 2024

      A groundbreaking roadmap has been launched in Cheshire and Merseyside to transform the region into a thriving Social Value Economy. This ambitious initiative aims to maximise the social, economic, and environmental benefits delivered… more…
    Conference 2024, Health Inequalities, St Helens

    A Huge Thank You for Making the 2024 VCFSE Conference a Resounding Success!

    18 November 2024

    We are absolutely delighted to share the incredible success of the 2024 VCFSE Conference: What’s The Story – Tackling Health Inequalities in St Helens. Thanks to the passion, insights, and energy of everyone involved, the event… more…
    Have Your Say, Pharmacy, St Helens

    Pharmacy Survey - St Helens

    15 November 2024

      St Helens Borough Council are seeking views about the pharmacies our residents use. The government requires all Health and Wellbeing Boards to produce an assessment of their local pharmaceutical services every three years. Contribute… more…

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    Children's Christmas Party

    Paid

    Children's Christmas Party

    with Aladdins Cave Entertainments

    Thursday 19th December 2024

    5pm-7pm

    Tickets £3

    Tickets available from Castlefields Community Centre

    All children must be accompanied by a…

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    An afternoon of Entertainment, Fun and Laughter

    Paid

    Upton

    Community Centre

    invites you to

    An afternoon of Entertainment, Fun and Laughter

    WEDNESDAY, 18TH DECEMBER 2024

    1.00PM-4.00PM

    Hot Pot, Mince Pies and Refreshments Entertainment by Startdust Entertainments…

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    Childrens Christmas Party

    Paid

    Childrens Christmas Party with Stardust Entertainments

    Tuesday 17th December 2024

    3.30pm-5.30pm

    Tickets £3

    Tickets available from Upton Community Centre

    All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult

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