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All news releases are issued by the council's Public Relations team. For general media and press enquiries, email pr@wigan.gov.uk.
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- A care home in Leigh which offers support for people living with dementia has been rated outstanding after relatives of residents spoke about the 'angels' who cared for their loved ones.
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- 18/10/2019
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- All the planting and pruning by green-fingered volunteers, community groups and tenants has paid off for winners at the Wigan Borough in Bloom ceremony.
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- 17/10/2019
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- Eco-friendly children from Wigan have been inspired to take action against litter and plastic pollution.
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- 17/10/2019
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- In his monthly blog, the leader reflects on the importance of spreading pride in our communities and talks about proposals to change Greater Manchester's bus service.
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- 16/10/2019
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- A lucky Bedford High pupil experienced a day in the life of the Mayor of Wigan Borough today.
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- 16/10/2019
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- Find out how you can change a child's life this National Adoption Week. Together for Adoption is urging more people to come forward so children in care can find their forever homes.
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- 14/10/2019
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- A nine-year-old schoolboy has been recognised by Wigan Council after going out his way to scour the streets for any rubbish he spots.
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- 10/10/2019
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- A third instalment of a showpiece event dedicated to Wigan Council's innovative approach to public service reform has attracted record numbers.
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- 09/10/2019
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- Earlier this week we welcomed almost 200 people to Wigan for our third Deal Conference in partnership with the Local Government Chronicle.
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- 09/10/2019
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- Greater Manchester will be the first city-region in the UK to hold a public consultation on the introduction of a bus franchising scheme.
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- 08/10/2019