You may well have seen much on social media and in the local press regarding Wigan Town Centre’s Tough Times. Now we see proposals for the revamp of the Galleries. It has certainly stoked up a debate. Discussions that talk about our council, the investors and more importantly our peopleContinue Reading
The COOP has decided to stop selling their plastic bags for life. Once current supplies have gone, then they will not be replaced. The 2600 stores are expected to use of all the existing supplies by the end of the summer 2021. It seems many shoppers only used the 10pContinue Reading
So it’s at a time where we can now venture further afield. However clearly #winstanleywo are mindful of being careful and avoiding the crowds. So we thought we would try and dig out some places within reasonable distance that fit the bill. The first is Calderstones Park. The second isContinue Reading
Predicting future weather more than 5 days in our country is always a challenge. I suppose for many of us, it is a fact we just accept. Yet this year it seems there is increasing likelihood of people holidaying in the UK. Who knows perhaps you have already decided toContinue Reading
You may be aware that two north western brothers, Mohsin and Zuber Issa are the new owners of Asda. The brothers are also co-chief executives of global convenience and petrol station forecourts retailer EG Group. In late 2020, they acquired a majority ownership stake in Asda. Once the final clearanceContinue Reading
Further news following a recent article to highlight the hard work and booming success of Wigan Litter Pickers volunteers. Until now town councils have been inundated with rocketing costs to manage tidying up litter discarded by motorists and commercial vehicles. The volume of discarded rubbish has increased massively since theContinue Reading
The Modern Milkman has recently extended its service in the Winstanley area. They provide a doorstep service of milk and other essential groceries. The modern milkman commits to reducing plastic waste. Why not let the environmentally friendly Modern Milkman turn you into a Zero Hero! What’s more you would beContinue Reading
The Leeds and Liverpool canal and Wigan Flashes have been a haven for mental and physical health during the pandemic. We are lucky enough to have such an historic canal thread its way through the flashes, town centre. Don’t forget, it extends to Haigh Hall, Shevington, Appley Bridge and eventuallyContinue Reading
Do you have a mobile phone that you hardly use. Does a relative or friend have a pay as you go (PAYG) mobile that they keep as a standby? In fact please check any phone that you use infrequently and use as a standby mobile phone number. A lot ofContinue Reading
Expert work from Wigan’s specialist tree workers R Gaskin. Covering. They provide all aspects of pruning, felling and topping. No tree is too small and no tree is too tall. A friendly, no hard sell service with expert advice. Why Choose a Specialist Tree Worker? Choosing an expert tree specialistContinue Reading