Local news from Wigan and the surrounding area
Long backlogs mean a Wigan borough 72-year-old will only stand trial on non-recent sexual offences against children in the spring of 2029
The topping out of a six-storey hotel marks a significant step forward for the landmark regeneration of Wigan town centre, which will deliver a new Market Hall, public realm, leisure facilities, and o
Shaun Edwards’ next role in rugby union has been confirmed!
Gary Caldwell admits rock-bottom Wigan Athletic are ‘million miles away’ from where they want to be as a team
Police are appealing for footage following a serious collision in Ormskirk, which left a 64-year-old man from Wigan with suspected life-changing injuries.
A Wigan man who admitted driving dangerously has now been handed his punishment.
A jury ruled the death of a 30-year-old Wigan mum was due to natural causes.
An award, named in honour of the late, great Sir Billy Boston, will recognise long-standing dedication to local grassroots sport in Wigan borough.
A Wigan community centre which the Prime Minister last visited during the Makerfield by-election is the latest beneficiary of his pledge gift a portion of his wage each month to a different cause
Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
Izzy Rowe is one of nine Wigan Warriors players in the England squad for the Women’s Rugby League World Cup
The waiting is almost over as the finishing touches are put to Wigan’s mammoth new food, drink and entertainment complex in the old Debenhams store
A judge will hear the case of a Wigan man accused of robbing a shop for spirits
Two environmental awards have been presented to a Wigan primary school for the care its pupils have shown towards bees and other pollinators
Harry Smith has delivered his verdict on Wigan Warriors’ campaign as the England international prepares for his first Rugby League World Cup
A former Wigan library that was turned into a pay-what-you-can afford book shop has been shut down because of expensive structural issues with the building
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
For more than a decade, local artist and teacher Tony Bretherton has been helping people discover their creativity through art classes at Sunshine House in Wigan.
Our man Bernard Platt was at the Sporta Arena to capture the best pics as Wigan Athletic lost 1-0 at Stevenage in League One.
Sam Layton, from Wigan, embarked on a 60-mile journey with a painted dog ride to raise awareness and funds for teenage mental health and suicide prevention.
