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Have your say on coastal sites

MAKE the most of the final opportunity to have your say over proposed new conservation zones off the coast of Merseyside.Read

As spring approaches look out for wild birds

THE Sefton Coast is one of the foremost bird watching areas in Britain.Read

Sefton Coast Challenge to get us all out enjoying our beachesl

WANNABE walkers and seasoned strollers can take part in the Sefton Coast Challenge later this month.Read

Why we desperately need green investment

THE Government this week outlined a series of deadlines for bringing in measures to shift our economy towards greener energy, homes and transport.Read

Show you care with a green Valentine’s day

YOU can show your loved one and the planet that you care – by having a green Valentine’s Day.Read

Diarmuid Gavin says eco gardening is the new outdoor fashion

ONCE renowned for his innovative modernist designs, Diarmuid Gavin says trends are increasingly heading towards a return to environmentally-friendly gardens, where the plants are the stars.Read

Sefton twitchers wanted for the world’s biggest bird watch this weekend

THE world’s biggest ever wildlife survey – the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch – takes place this weekend, and they need you.Read

Here’s what I’m doing in the garden this week...

THE weather seems to be finally looking up. Here’s what I’m doing in the garden this week:Read

Farewell to green campaigner Pete Postlethwaite

FROM his early days in the Everyman's 70s productions, through a glittering TV career and roles in Hollywood's biggest films, Pete Postlethwaite marked himself out as one of the finest actors of his generation.Read

Sefton marks Mersey Forest’s twentieth anniversary

THIS year has been declared International Year of Forests by the United Nations General Assembly.Read

Communuity recycling groups win funding

SCHEMES to recycle TVs and cut food waste in schools by introducing wormeries are among a host of projects awarded community funding by Merseyside Waste Disposal Authority.Read

Recycle your Christmas cards

MORE than one billion Christmas cards were sent over the festive period, and this week many of us will be looking at ways to reuse or recycle them.Read

Recycle your Christmas tree, and news from the Mersey Forest

THE Christmas tree may be your pride and joy right now, but by next week it may be about as welcome as another turkey sandwich.Read

It’s Our World: RSPB in Sefton branching out

YOU’D expect a conservation charity just to get involved in campaigns to save our seas, trees and bees.Read

How to get your garden ready for winter

Put up a protective screen to shield newly planted evergreens from wind scorch.Read

Wildlife group urges government to make conservation commitment

ON the first anniversary of the passing of the Marine and Coastal Access Act (MCAA), The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire and North Merseyside is calling on Government to make a statement demonstrating it is still committed to establishing a network of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs).Read

Wanted: garden volunteers

NEXT Tuesday, Hesketh Park Garden Volunteers are looking for a helping hand.Read

Martin Mere birdwatching festival this weekend

MARTIN Mere is hosting the North West Bird Watching Festival on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 November.Read

Good news for red squirrels with an increase in sightings

THERE’S good news for the North-West’s red squirrel population, with increased sightings reported in key areas by the Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside.Read

West Lancashire Wildlife hosts eagle talk

WEST Lancashire Wildlife is hosting an eagle talk on October 13.Read

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