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Latest news
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- Hundreds of handcrafted flowers are being scattered across Wigan Borough to remind those who need to hear it that there is always hope.
- Date:
- 10/09/2026
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- To celebrate its official opening, the land train at Haigh is offering free rides this Friday (11 September).
- Date:
- 08/09/2026
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- The first regeneration project in Leigh is set to be unveiled, with a revamped Civic Square and schedule of events.
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- 07/09/2026
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- Trading Standards secure closure order against Leigh town centre shop
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- 04/09/2026
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- An update on the development at Astley Business Park
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- 02/09/2026
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- Leisure centre memberships in Wigan Borough have reached never-before-seen heights as residents become more active.
- Date:
- 01/09/2026
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- A team of council staff, healthcare workers and community partners hopes to raise vital funds and awareness for two suicide support charities by competing in next week's Wigan 10k.
- Date:
- 27/08/2026
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- From independent retailers and food vendors to makers and performers, people are being encouraged to explore opportunities in Wigan's new market hall and help create a vibrant new destination in the town centre.
- Date:
- 21/08/2026
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- A community leader has been appointed as the chair of the Pride in Place board in Marsh Green and Laithwaite
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- 20/08/2026
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- Community champion appointed as the Pride in Place chair in Platt Bridge and Spring View
- Date:
- 20/08/2026