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Celebrating FAB Apprentices Two Years On
Dozens of young of people across Wigan Borough have found their first step on the career ladder thanks to a…
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Social care reform proposals are welcome but long overdue
By Councillor Keith Cunliffe, deputy leader of Wigan Council and cabinet portfolio holder for adult social care Throughout the last…
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Drone Drama at HMP Hindley as Two Men Arrested in Bold Operation
The incident, which unfolded on the evening of Tuesday, 28 January 2025, marks the latest success in an ongoing crackdown…
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Key decisions and updates from the meeting of the Full Council, Wednesday 22 January
Welcome to our round-up from the latest meeting of the Full Council. View the agenda for the proceedings, including a link…
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Off-road bike operation in Wigan sees 14 bikes seized and four arrests made over four days of action
Operation Handbrake, is part of Wigan Borough’s Community Safety Partnership work, which sees Wigan Council team up with Greater Manchester…
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Wigan Borough prepares to mark Holocaust Memorial Day
Wigan Council will host two events to recognise Holocaust Memorial Day, marking 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. Taking…
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Suspected burglars caught after darting for freedom following pursuit and collision in Wigan
Travelling at speed it resulted in a road traffic collision on Wigan Road in Standish. Thankfully, no serious injuries were…
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New Year breathes new life into Norley Hall play area development
The highly-anticipated renovation of Norley Hall Adventure Playground is officially underway. The much-loved recreation area set to reopen in time…
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New gym tribute to Keely, Leopards and rising local sports stars
Golden girl Keely Hodgkinson MBE and fellow hometown heroes Leigh Leopards are inspiring the next generation at Leigh Leisure Centre.…
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Anti-racism charter
By Councillor Nazia Rehman, cabinet member for finance, resources and transformation In recent years, Wigan Council has been making significant…
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