Skelmersdale3 days agoI've been spat at and abused, says council leader stepping downCouncillor Yvonne Gagen is resigning as leader as she says politics is toxic, especially for women.3 days ago4 days agoWork starts on £230m water purification projectThe cash is being spent by United Utilities on upgrading its Wigan and Skelmersdale works.4 days ago29 Apr 2026Hospital losing children's A&E has a 'vital future'Ormskirk Hospital is set to have its children's A&E services moved to Southport Hospital.29 Apr 202621 Apr 2026Skelmersdale: Is money being spent in the right places?Ahead of the local elections in May residents in the West Lancashire town shared some of their thoughts.21 Apr 202610 Mar 2026Young people to have say in £20m regeneration spendDigmoor in Skelmersdale has been selected for £20m government cash over 10 years.10 Mar 202626 Feb 2026Saved swimming pools set for £10m repairsWest Lancashire Council is being asked to repair two swimming pools it planned to shut last year.26 Feb 202623 Feb 2026'Other bereaved dads opened their hearts to me for new film'Paul Woodward makes a film with other grieving dad's in Chorley's Derian House Children's Hospice.23 Feb 20268 Feb 2026Teenage urban explorers in quarry mud rescueThe five teenagers became stuck in mud while "urban exploring" at the site, police said.8 Feb 202614 Jan 2026Parents' 'immense pride' at murdered son's legacyA court heard Lenny Scott was ambushed and shot dead for simply doing his job as a prison officer.14 Jan 2026...