One of Wigan Council's key projects to help keep our communities clean and safe has been tidying this alleyway near Leigh town centre.
By partnering with the Probation Service, Green It is a way to give back to the community.
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| The alley near to the rear of The Avenue and Abbey Street was previously unused and overgrown. It was a frequent hotspot for fly-tipping and despite its condition, it was clear the space had potential. The area has now been transformed into a safer, cleaner and greener environment. | |
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| | Looking for a job where you can make a difference? ⭐ | Come along to our community recruitment events, explore roles in the private and public sector, discover new paid and voluntary opportunities, and get help with CV writing and more in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
📅 Wednesday 11 March ⏰ 10.30am-1pm / 3pm-6pm (Quiet Hour – 9.30am-10.30am) 📍 The Edge, Riveredge, Wigan, WN3 5AB
📅Thursday 19 March ⏰ 10.30am-1pm / 3pm-6pm (Quiet Hour – 9.30am-10.30am) 📍Progress with Unity Stadium, Sale Way, Leigh, WN7 4JY | | Find out more about our community recruitment events | | Wildlife Photography Workshop at Pennington Flash 📸 |  | Be inspired by nature! Join A.J.Critch Wildlife for a Wildlife Photography Workshop for everyone.
Alex’s wildlife photography workshop aims to inspire, showing that it isn’t all about fancy equipment and complicated settings. Learn the basics and put your new skills to the test around Pennington Flash Nature Reserve.
📅 Wednesday 25 February ⏰ 9.30-11.30am 📍 Pennington Flash Nature Reserve, St Helens Rd, Leigh WN7 3PA | | Book for the photography workshop | | More what's on... | 🫶 Howe Bridge Leisure Centre is hosting a Health and Wellbeing Open Day on Wednesday 25 February (10am-2pm). Call in for a free ‘health MOT’, with NHS blood pressure checks, wellness checks by the Be Well team and lots of advice from a wide range of stalls on topics from cancer screening and healthy eating to money saving, employment and mental health. No appointment needed. You can also pick up a free 14-day leisure centre pass. Visit the Be Well website to find out more.
🌳Join the Mayor for a 4k Guided Walk at Haigh to raise funds for the Mayor’s Charity Appeal. Taking place on Saturday 7 March, the route includes key project stops such as the Swan Pond, Woodland Railway and more, with history and fun facts shared along the way. Find out more about book your ticket on eventbrite.
🎷Join a Jazz Night in support of the Mayor of Wigan's Charity Appeal with Wigan Youth Jazz Orchestra and Training Jazz Orchestra, on Friday 27 March at St Paul's, Goose Green. Find out more and book your ticket. |
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| Our communities | Turning up the volume on Shared Lives! 🫶 |  | Shared Lives supports people to live independently within family homes and communities, offering an alternative to traditional care settings.
Your Shared Life starts with a conversation. Whether you’re looking for support, exploring respite care, or hoping to become a Shared Lives carer, we’ll help you take the first step.
Visit the new Shared Lives GM website, designed to better reflect the heart of Shared Lives: a care approach based on shared experiences, mutual respect, and connection. |
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| | | | Be Well and be kind 💚 |  | It was Random Acts of Kindness Day on Tuesday and Be Well’s leisure centre staff decided to spread the love by surprising members with little treats to brighten their workout.
From protein bars and isotonic drinks to Technogym goodies and more, it was the team’s way of saying a big thank you for being part of the Be Well community. | | Visit the Be Well website | | "I would encourage anyone to adopt... | “... the road ahead is not for the faint of heart but the journey is worth the reward!” – Jane*
Jane, a single adopter, shares her journey of discovery, challenge, support and growth for her and her family, in welcoming her daughter to her life with Together for Adoption.
Her Dad added: “Anyone worrying about adoption and worrying about how you will feel about this child – the love just happens when you see your child become the parent they want to be. The bond that she has with her mummy couldn’t be stronger and she is thriving – trust the process, it's different but the end result is amazing.”
*name changed for anonymity | | Read Jane and her Dad's full story | | Come to the next online adoption info session | | More from communities... | ⏰ ENDING SOON… get one month FREE with Be Well! Looking to become more active this year? Whether it’s hitting the gym, group exercise classes, swimming or sports you’re into, you’ll find it all at our local Be Well leisure centres… and right now you can get one month free when you sign up using the code BEWELLSTAYWELL. Offer ends soon so don’t miss out! 💚 Fancy a FREE six-month Be Well Fitness membership?! Share your views now for your chance to win! Whether you’ve used our leisure centres, joined us for a walk, or got support for your health and wellbeing, we want to hear about your experience so we can keep improving the services we provide. Simply take a few minutes to complete our survey and you’ll be entered into our prize draw (T&Cs apply).
👋Everyone is welcome to go along to an event to celebrate International Women’s Day event in Leigh on Sunday 8 March, 11.30am-2.30pm, at Pennington Wharf Community Hub, WN7 4QA and led by Soroptimist International Leigh and District.The day will include arts and crafts, info on women’s health and wellbeing, refreshments, heritage activities and fair-trade stalls.
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