Wigan Council News

New Mayor Revealed

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:37:16 GMT

The new Mayor and Deputy Mayor for Wigan in 2013/14 have been revealed.

OurDigitalPlanet

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:34:11 GMT

Wigan’s biggest ever digital event will take over Wigan and Leigh town centres next week.

Love your local market and start trading in Wigan

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:37:29 GMT

Ever wanted to run your own market stall but not had the support to make it happen? Now could be the time to take the opportunity to set up stall on Wigan outdoor market thanks to a new initiative launching during the national ‘Love Your Local Market’ campaign this month.

Wigan to celebrate Wembley wonders

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:36:48 GMT

A homecoming to mark Wigan Athletic’s historic FA Cup victory will be one of the biggest parties the town has ever seen. That’s according to Wigan Council who are encouraging fans to celebrate with the players in the town centre this Monday.

Young Offenders Meet Blue Watch

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:22:12 GMT

Young offenders in Wigan spent a morning with firefighters as part of a Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) pilot project designed to make them think differently about car crime, fire setting and discipline.

Council appeals for Wembley train re-think

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:30:57 GMT

The Leader of Wigan Council has written to Sir Richard Branson to ask Virgin Trains to reconsider rail schedules which could leave hundreds of Latics’ supporters stranded in London after the FA Cup Final.

Paint the town blue

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Mon, 13 May 2013 10:39:07 GMT

The people of Wigan are being urged to paint the town blue to show their support for Wigan Athletic ahead of the FA Cup Final.

Healthy Body, Healthy Mind

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Mon, 13 May 2013 10:23:53 GMT

Wigan Leisure and Culture Trust Active Living Team are inviting everyone in the borough to find out more about how to train for a fit and active mind at a special activity taster session at Wigan's Robin Park.

Top Tips To Avoid Scams

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Fri, 10 May 2013 16:43:02 GMT

In the wake of new national figures revealing 22,000 scams were reported to the Citizens Advice service in England and Wales last year, Wigan Council's Citizens Advice and Trading Standards team provide top tips to avoid falling victim to these type of cons.

Preparing for adulthood

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Thu, 09 May 2013 08:15:35 GMT

An event designed to prepare young people, with learning difficulties or disabilities, for adulthood will be held next week.

Fans invited to wave Wigan Athletic off on their way to Wembley

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Thu, 09 May 2013 08:13:21 GMT

Fans of Wigan Athletic will be able to wish their team an FA Cup Final farewell from Wigan North Western train station this Friday (May 10). The club has joined with Wigan Council and Virgin Trains as part of the ‘Believe in Wigan’ campaign to give fans the chance to wave their heroes off as they begin their journey to Wembley and the biggest game in the club’s history.

Killing with kindness campaign launches

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Wed, 08 May 2013 10:41:05 GMT

Visitors to Wigan and Leigh town centres are being urged to donate their spare change to registered charities, rather than give to individuals begging on the street.

Warriors take on a challenge of a different kind

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Tue, 07 May 2013 13:18:26 GMT

Wigan Warriors are about to take on a challenge of a different kind as they limber up and prepare to get down to some serious reading.

RoyaltyInBickershaw

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Tue, 07 May 2013 08:13:42 GMT

An acorn found on one of the royal estates has been planted in Bickershaw Country Park.

Help people in need

webteam@wigan.gov.uk (Wigan Council) — Wed, 01 May 2013 13:20:02 GMT

Libraries across Wigan Borough have joined a major drive to help prevent people in need from going hungry.