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Christmas card initiative launched by pubs in Leigh, Atherton, and Hindley
Pubs in Leigh, Hindley, and Atherton are spreading Christmas cheer with a new initiative. The Canal Turn and Hilton Park pubs in Leigh, the Market Tavern and the Ellesmere in Hindley, and the Punchbowl and Weavers Rest in Atherton, are inviting
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Care leavers recognised for achievements at special awards event
THE achievements of young care leavers from the borough have been celebrated at a special awards event. Wigan Council's annual ceremony recognises those who have overcome tough circumstances to achieve stability and success. Councillor Jenny
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Leigh band announced as support for Robbie Williams at huge Manchester shows
A LEIGH band will be supporting Robbie Williams at two Manchester shows. Lottery Winners will be opening for the pop star on June 10 and June 11 at Co-op Live. This forms part of Robbie's EU and UK stadium and arena tour in 2025. This opportunity
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Young baker 'blown away' after being named borough's best hospitality business
A BAKER who followed his dreams to launch a cafe and coffee shop in his hometown has been recognised with running the borough's best hospitality business. Launching 'That Secret Ingredient' out of an industrial unit in 2020, Morgan Mole quickly
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Super League spreads more fixtures across whole weekend in 2025
THE Betfred Super League will have its most streamlined fixture list for the competition’s 30th season in 2025, with more Thursday, Saturday and Sunday fixtures. The season kicks off with Wigan Warriors launching their bid for a third consecutive
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Danny Brough gives son nod of approval on Leigh Leopards switch
DANNY Brough has given his seal of approval to teenage son Will’s decision to continue his rugby league education with Leigh Leopards. Brough senior revealed the 18-year-old turned down a chance to extend his stay at Wakefield Trinity in favour
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Keely Hodgkinson wins Sportswoman of the Year in British Sports Awards
ATHERTON'S Olympic hero has been recognised at a prestigious national sports ceremony. After achieving European Championship success and silver medal wins at the Tokyo Olympics, Commonwealth Games, and World Championships, 2024 was the year when
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Lucky residents win People's Postcode Lottery prize
IT HAS been a lucky start today for some residents in Leigh who have scooped a prize in the People's Postcode Lottery. The winning residents in the area of Guest Street, Leigh, are celebrating after a successful £1,000 win this morning, Thursday
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All of Leigh Leopards' 2025 Betfred Super League fixtures
THE full fixture list for the 2025 Betfred Super League season has now been published. Leigh will open the season with a game at champions Wigan Warriors. ROUND 1. Thursday 13th Feb Wigan Warriors v Leigh Leopards 8pm (Sky). Friday
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Plans for town's first train station in 60 years officially submitted
A NEW £32m train station could soon be coming to Golborne after plans were officially been tabled with the council. These plans would see Golborne connected to the rail network for the first time in more than 60 years. Golborne currently has no
