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Members July 30, 2026 by bradley-woodcock in Community

82 is just a number. At Winstanley Walkers, the pitch doesn't ask your age

In Wigan, the Winstanley Walkers prove that the only thing that ages is the idea that you should stop.

Members July 30, 2026 in Community

Members September 1, 2025 in Heritage

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June 28, 2025 by ian-templeman in Sports

Westhoughton Cricket Club will host Lancashire Second XI T20 games on two days this week

Members June 26, 2025 by tether in Community

With misinformation on the rise, Bolton's town hall figures call for simpler, clearer explanations of council spending

June 25, 2025 by tether in Community

Flowers torn out and damage left behind as volunteers appeal for help following latest act of vandalism at cherished community space

Members June 25, 2025 by tether in Community

Officers issue fines and conduct licence checks in response to residents’ concerns about road safety near schools

Members June 25, 2025 by tether in Eat & Drink

Plans submitted to Bolton Council aim to merge former chippy and coffee shop into a stylish new venue called Capri Café and Restaurant

Members June 24, 2025 by michael-wilkinson in Eat & Drink

Chris Newton’s small-batch roasting started in his Westhoughton home. Now he’s bringing his passion—and his beans—to the town's high street.

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