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Latest news
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- A site visit to the Fettlers site in Wigan town centre, visiting the market hall and Hampton by Hilton hotel
- Date:
- 03/03/2026
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- Hundreds of people have been supported by a Wigan town centre facility dedicated to keeping people safe during a night out.
- Date:
- 03/03/2026
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- A new virtual assistant to help residents find information and advice around adult social care is Wigan Council's latest AI initiative.
- Date:
- 02/03/2026
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- Smokers from all over Wigan Borough will be starting their journey to better health next month as the UK celebrates No Smoking Day.
- Date:
- 02/03/2026
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- A highly successful 'bike library' that's helped hundreds of residents get on their bikes is ready to open a brand-new branch in Wigan.
- Date:
- 18/02/2026
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- A new exhibition bringing together art, heritage and community voices is set to go on display at Wigan Museum.
- Date:
- 16/02/2026
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- Young people and success stories celebrated on National Apprenticeship Week
- Date:
- 12/02/2026
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- Wigan & Leigh Hospice has been recognised for its decades of compassionate care and dedicated service to the community after being presented with a Believe Star this week.
- Date:
- 12/02/2026
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- Eleven community groups acquire funding through the DWP, GMCA, and Wigan Council to get people back into work through alternative ways of working.
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- 12/02/2026
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- A 'lifesaving' wellness event is headed for Atherton later this month, with locals encouraged to pop in for a free 'health MOT'.
- Date:
- 06/02/2026