NewsWild beavers could be released in Wigan and Leigh to reduce flood risk and boost nature
It is argued that introducing the creatures could 'enhance conservation work already taking place'
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Three men, including one from Leigh, have appeared in court charged with manslaughter and affray.
A 2027 court date is set for a 48-year-old from Leigh who denies accusations of two sexual assaults and threatening behaviour
Prime Minister Andy Burnham visited Wigan & Leigh Hospice to discuss fair hospice funding and meet patients.
The Westleigh School enjoyed an exceptional set of GCSE results.
Zoe Watson from Leigh narrowly avoids immediate prison with a suspended sentence for child neglect and other offences.
An historical child sexual abuse trial has been axed after the Leigh man accused of the crimes changed his pleas. He has now been sentenced.
Wigan and Leigh Hospice introduces a project encouraging eye donation as part of end-of-life care planning, offering support and information to patients.
A Wigan borough woman has saved a man’s life with a stem cell donation and is urging other people to donate too
Prof Ayaz Abbasi, an emergency medicine consultant at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Trust, has been awarded the Royal College of Emergency Medicine Medal for his outstanding service.
Leigh Infirmary has been used for location shooting for a popular ITV police drama.
The Spinning Gate shopping centre in Leigh is gearing up for a Summer Fest to ensure the school holidays end with pleanty of family fun.
Christian Albu, 35, from Leigh, appears at Wigan magistrates accused of intentional strangulation and assault.
Damien Thorpe will be sentenced at Wigan and Leigh Magistrates’ Court for possessing a sledgehammer at a war memorial.
A 69-year-old Leigh man passed away at his home and police are now trying to locate any relatives he may have had.
They were only a few hundred yards apart when Deanery High sixth formers gathered on Frog Lane while Wigan and Leigh College teens were at Parson’s Walk to receive their exam results.
Police are searching for a man from Leigh after he failed to appear in court for the start of his serious assault trial.
Construction will soon begin on 24 council-owned one-bedroom homes in Leigh, aimed at locals on the housing waiting list.
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust's BetterLives Programme has been shortlisted in the Data-Driven Transformation category at the 2026 HSJ Awards.
A mother-of-six from Leigh has credited a local bike library with kickstarting her remarkable health transformation.
Elan Homes is unveiling a highly anticipated show home at its Brook Gardens development in Leigh, providing potential buyers with a glimpse into modern living.
Greater Manchester’s new mayor set out her plan to give every child the best start in life during a visit to Leigh.
Spencer Reid Ltd seeks to develop adjacent buildings in Leigh for a combined HMO and hotel with a capacity for 48 people.
Outdoor games and indoor activities were in abundance as children thronged to Leigh’s Pennington Flash Country Park for a National Playday event.
New clinical research study in Leigh seeks volunteers to contribute to IBS treatment research.
NewsThe applicant said there are 'no plans, or intention by the owners' for migrants or asylum seekers to be housed at the site
Jo Platt, MP for Leigh and Atherton, discusses the progress of her campaign to combat illicit high street businesses linked to organised crime and money laundering.
A child was hit by a van on a main road in Wigan borough.
Our panel of Warriors experts review last week’s win over Leigh Leopards and preview Toulouse Olympique!
A prison sentence has been imposed on a Leigh 35-year-old who flouted a restraining order three times in two days.
A thief who targeted three Leigh shops in 16 days has been handed a suspended prison sentence.
A young Wigan borough man who made hundreds of child abuse films and taking "upskirting" images, some when he was a schoolboy has narrowly avoided an immediate spell in detention.
Police have confirmed that a man has been charged for a sexual assault after an incident at Wigan Bus Interchange.
An urgent plea for improved transport links for Leigh has been backed by members of Wigan Council.
Patients facing urological health concerns will experience faster, seamless care at a new suite at Leigh Infirmary.
A Wigan borough man has set himself a gruelling challenge with money going to a charity close to his heart.
Leigh Film Factory launches a scheme offering free cinema tickets to residents aged 60 and over, thanks to Dame Judi Dench's generous donation.
Here are our Wigan Warriors fan pictures from Friday’s win at Leigh Leopards
Wigan Warriors boss on Jai Field’s ‘big moment’ in their win over Leigh Leopards and Adam Keighran’s injury timeframe
The Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a serious collision in Leigh.
Matt Peet’s initial reaction to Wigan Warriors’ win over Leigh Leopards on Friday evening
Wigan Warriors produced another impressive second-half display to claim a 20-8 victory over Leigh Leopards and move back up to second in the Super League table.
NewsThe breakdown of results for the Greater Manchester mayoral by-election across Wigan, including the areas of Ashton-in-Makerfield, Astley, Atherton, Hindley, Ince, Leigh, Lowton, Orrell, Pemberton, Sh
Adam Keighran was a notable absentee from the Wigan Warriors side that faced Leigh Leopards on Friday night
A local incident reportedly involving an e-scooter has taken place in Leigh.
The teams are in for Friday night’s Battle of the Borough between Leigh Leopards and Wigan Warriors
Matt Peet previews Wigan Warriors’ trip to Leigh Leopards
Our panel of Wigan Warriors experts review last week’s win over St Helens and preview Friday’s trip to Leigh Leopards!
Leigh and Atherton MP Jo Platt has been appointed as the Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, marking a significant role at No.10 Downing Street.
The 21-man squads are in for Friday’s Super League clash between Leigh Leopards and Wigan Warriors