Local news from Leigh and the surrounding area
A Wigan 38-year-old is bailed after appearing in court to face serious motoring offence charges including dangerous driving plus assault and criminal damage allegations
Little Mix singer Leigh-Anne Pinnock, former EastEnders actor Ross Kemp, and comedians Romesh Ranganathan and Rob Beckett have been picked for a surprising challenge
Wigan Warriors youngster Jack Purtill has made the move across the borough to Leigh Leopards
An e-biker rider was fined £200 and handed a driving ban.
Leigh and Atherton MP Jo Platt talks about the importance of using buildings rather than letting them stand empty.
A police operation was carried out in Leigh town centre to address shoplifting and drug use.
“We encourage everyone to continue visiting and supporting the fantastic range of independent businesses that call Leigh Spinners Mill home.”
Ryan Bascombe, 34, is wanted on recall to prison after having his licence revoked.
A provisional trial date is scheduled for a Wigan borough 31-year-old who has been charged with serious assault but is currently being hunted by police after missing a court hearing
Allegations against a Wigan borough man of being concerned in the supply of class A substances are sent straight to a higher court
Wigan and Leigh artists reunite for new exhibition exploring mythology, ritual, body and the state
A burglar has pleaded guilty to targeting a Leigh supermarket.
This latest dip into the Wigan Observer Class Act archive finds us at the turn of 2014 to ’15 visiting Oakfield High School in Hindley and St Gabriel’s RC Primary School in Leigh.
A sentencing hearing will take place in 2027.
Justices remand a Leigh 36-year-old into custody after he faces multiple charges, including false imprisonment and controlling behaviour, all levelled at the same woman
Anna Swift, clinical director at Wigan and Leigh Hospice, offers advice on how to stay well during autumn and winter.
Residents are being urged to attend a meeting next week
Disruption during Friday morning rush hour due to a water leak in Westleigh.
A Wigan borough shopkeeper is counting the cost of repeatedly selling tobacco products that broke the law. See how big his fines, costs and victim surcharges come to
A judge issued an arrest warrant for a Wigan borough 31-year-old when he failed to turn up at Bolton Crown Court to face drug and theft charges
