The Star reported in the summer how The World of Glass could be forced to shut its doors in its 25th year due to a funding crisis. After being being heavily featured in the Star, the campaign has gone on to amass £27,000 in under three months. The World of Glass(Image: JJ's)Bosses at the World of Glass told the Star it would be "staying open thanks to the overwhelming generosity of the St Helens community, local businesses, and supporters from further afield". “This support has been so inspiring,” said Sarah Taylor, chief executive at The World of Glass. “It’s a reminder that when the St Helens community comes together, incredible things can happen.