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The Latest Breaking News from Leigh

Former Leigh MP Jo Platt to stand as Labour candidate once again in general election

The move comes three years after losing her Labour seat to Tory candidate James Grundy

Manchester Evening News

Struggling Leigh businesses slam 'Wigan-centric' branding as town hosts Women's Euros

'We’re fighting really hard to survive, and little things that would give you a boost are not there at the minute'

Manchester Evening News

Hunt continues for 'arsonist' who trashed derelict social club

Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward

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Buzzcocks singer Pete Shelley honoured with massive mural in hometown

The giant tribute has been left in the community where he grew up

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Tragedy as 'amazing' and 'cheeky' rugby player drowns in hotel swimming pool on family holiday

Ben Woods, from Leigh, died while on holiday in Cyprus

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'True example of levelling up': Expansion at Leigh Spinners Mill set to go ahead following 'exciting' acquisition

"We are pleased to see its future secured and for members of the community to be able to enjoy this landmark building."

Manchester Evening News

Row erupts over 'ear bleeding' noise made by bunting

Some have poked fun at it - but others say it could be a serious issue for some people

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Bizarre row erupts over noisy BUNTING so loud it's 'ear bleeding' in Greater Manchester high street

Residents are split over the 'really loud' flags to celebrate the Women's Euros

Manchester Evening News

Date announced for new independent cinema at site of historic mill

"Film is for everyone."

Manchester Evening News

Controversial housing development next to Pennington Flash in Leigh given green light

“I am sure the houses will be snapped up right away."

Manchester Evening News

Man, 31, arrested as man fights for life after being punched outside nightclub

A 31-year-old man from Leigh has been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 assault

Manchester Evening News

Leigh's former MP Jo Platt hoping to take back the seat she lost in the last general election

“It was a shock for everyone in the party."

Manchester Evening News

Decision to be made over controversial 470-home development 'West Leigh Waterfront' by Pennington Flash

“Having another primary link road in this area will increase traffic flow further and create a ‘rat run’."

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Objectors "very angry" about plans for 'music and dance events' at popular Pennington Flash nature reserve in Leigh

'Selling alcohol and nature reserve just do not go together really'

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Police are trying to trace woman now missing for more than a week

46-year-old Janice was last seen in Leigh on May 25

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The latest twist in the Clean Air Zone saga - and how Greater Manchester has reacted

The government has suggested a Clean Air Zone covering only Manchester city centre - but local leaders want all charges to be scrapped

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Appeal as police hunt man wanted for criminal damage and assault

Jack Gregory is wanted in connection with an incident in April

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Investigation after two people rushed to hospital in plane crash

Two men in their 50s and 70s were rushed to hospital

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Fly tipping plaguing people of Leigh after top five hotspots in Wigan revealed

“Fly tipping is without doubt a serious matter and one that presents a challenge for all local authorities up and down the country."

Manchester Evening News

New poll suggests five Greater Manchester Conservative MPs would lose their seats in General Election

Among the seats predicted to swing to Labour are the high profile Conservative gains of Leigh and Heywood and Middleton

Daily Mirror

Life on the UK street once branded 'unliveable' where people won't open their door

The situation got that bad at Glebe Street, in Leigh, that it was having people moving out due to anti-social behaviour, prostitution, drug dealing and threatening behaviour

Manchester Evening News

MP Lisa Nandy blasts Tory neighbour for 'Lexit' plan to split Leigh from Wigan council

James Grundy has been in talks with Michael Gove over 'Lexit'

Manchester Evening News

Ten puppies killed 'with parents' in horror flat fire had just been born

No arrests have been made

Manchester Evening News

Ten puppies and two dogs die in flat fire as cannabis farm found

Police said they are trying to find the owner of the dogs

Manchester Evening News

Dame Sarah Storey wants to stop "lazy habit" at drop-off times as two Leigh schools reduce road dangers for children

"I think it is a symptom of what happens to us when we become car dependent"

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