Silver Sunday provides older people with an opportunity to get out of the house, try new things and meet new people in an effort to combat the loneliness and isolation felt by many older people.
Ormskirk MotorFest is a huge success.An estimated 25,000 people came to Ormskirk MotorFest to enjoy a fabulous day out at one of the North West’s biggest free family events.In glorious sunshine the crowds spent time admiring more than 300 cars and motorcycles from all eras of motoring lined up on Moor Street, Aughton Street and in Coronation Park. Many of the vehicles also took part in parade laps around the town.
The way we register to vote has undergone its biggest change in 100 years.The new system is called ‘Individual Electoral Registration’. Previously, the ‘head of household’ was responsible for registering everyone who lived at an address, but now every individual is responsible for their own voter registration.
People living in Birch Green are being encouraged to get involved in a community event on their doorstep.West Lancashire Borough Council is joining forces with the police, fire service and other agencies to organise a Community Action and Engagement Event on the Skelmersdale estate.
Sweet sounds will fill the air in Coronation Park in Ormskirk as local bands and talented brass musicians play free summer music concerts in the bandstand.
