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New youth hub declared officially open for Leigh's young people

Description
A new state-of-the-art facility offering activities and support for young people in Leigh has been officially opened at a ceremony held on Wednesday, February 15.
Date:
16/02/2023

Funding stream helping Wigan Borough's community spirit to thrive reopens

Description
Wigan Council's community recovery fund has reopened for the sixth time, having previously supported over 350 projects by providing over £275,000 of funding since 2021.
Date:
30/01/2023

Local artists' work exhibited as part of new display in Turnpike Gallery

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An eye-catching exhibition presenting the artwork of dozens of Wigan Borough artists opens this month.
Date:
24/01/2023

Levelling Up Fund statement

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The Leader of Wigan Council, Councillor David Molyneux MBE, said: "We are delighted to have received the full amount of £20m for our Wigan bid, with Haigh Hall as its focal point."
Date:
18/01/2023

Youngsters pleased as punch after Warriors star's boxing class visit

Description
Wigan Warriors heavyweight Patrick Mago took time out from the club's busy pre-season schedule to help local youngsters make a good fist of a brand-new boxing class.
Date:
17/01/2023

Wigan Council is ready as winter weather returns – make sure you are too!

Description
As the wintry weather returns, it is reassuring to know that our winter response team is always ready at Wigan Council.
Date:
13/01/2023

Council donation proves a real knockout for Wigan Borough boxing gym

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Top boxing talents and aspiring youngsters at a successful Wigan Borough community club will be fighting fit with the help of a treadmill gifted by Be Well Wigan.
Date:
12/01/2023

Illustrious pair to be honoured with 2023 blue plaques

Description
The remarkable achievements of a wartime heroine and the career of a renowned architect will be recognised as part of a flagship Wigan Council cultural scheme.
Date:
20/12/2022

Why we chose to add looked after children and care leavers to our equality commitment

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By Cllr Jenny Bullen, Portfolio Holder for Children and Families
Date:
20/12/2022

Our people are 'Here for You'

Description
We reached out in September to ask if any organisations would be willing to open their community hub and parish centre as a warm, welcoming space for residents to visit - we were overwhelmed by the response.
Date:
09/12/2022
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