HAYDOCK Park racecourse will see Rick Astley hit the stage later this month. The 53-year-old singer will perform an open air concert at the venue after an evening's racing on Saturday, July 20. Rick rose to fame in the 1980s with his solo debut
THIEVES have stolen from a number of vehicles in Hindley. Police have issued a warning to vehicle owners urging them not to leave items on display, especially contactless cards. If you have any information about any of the incidents contact
A MAN who assaulted a policeman was fined on Wednesday. Arthur Chattaway admitted assaulting the officer in Leigh on June 22. Appearing at Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' Court, the 36-year-old of Eustace Street, Bolton, was told to pay a fine
A NURSERY tot who was hospitalised after contracting a rare blood condition two weeks ago has been discharged and is now recovering at home. A child who attends Little Angels nursery in Golborne developed symptoms of hemolytic uremic syndrome (
A WASTE and recycling company has planted 8,000 trees to mitigate its carbon footprint. Fresh Start Waste Services in Astley made the announcement in partnership with Forest Carbon, who lead the way nationally in voluntary carbon woodland creation
TWO brothers trekked 30 miles over the Brecon Beacons in support of their brother who has bowel cancer and in memory of their dad who passed away from the illness. Alfie and Freddy Hunter, from Leigh, raised in excess of £15,000 for Bowel Cancer
