Local Living February 2022

February 2022 Issue 58

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Welcome to the February issue of Local Living Well, we’ve made it through the first month of a new year - give yourself a pat on the back!

This month, we’re jam packed with even more local businesses. Check out the business cards for a local selection of everything from plumbers and electricians, to online pick-and-mix delivered to your door!

Down at Pets Boutique, get your hands on their huge selection of raw pet food, all-natural treats and quality toys to pamper your pooches! And on the topic of pampered pooches, check out Little Nest Pets for dog walking and pet sitting services locally!

For some local news, Golborne & Lowton West Voice have been working on a Neighbourhood Plan, specifically targeting regeneration of our town centres while protecting local historic sites and green spaces. To see the plan for yourself, and to contribute your Voice, check out this month’s centre spread.

In other news, our friends at The Bloomin’ Nursery have an exciting announcement this month, so be sure to keep an eye on them as they continue to grow and thrive!

What’s On Guide: The Fox Cubs Karate Class Friday’s 6:15-7:15 at Lowton Community Centre, Church Lane.

Family Karate Monday’s 7:30-8:30 at Lowton Community Centre, Church Lane

Cheeky Monkey Play Group Mondays and Thursdays 9.15-11.15 Term Time Only at Golborne Sports Club, Stone Cross Lane

Strong Tower Christian Fellowship St Mary’s Community Hall, Newton Rd, Lowton WA3 1DQ. Friday’s at 19:00 Please ring: Dennis: 07547 948503 or Lita: 07910 857195

Walking Football Monday 10:30-11:30am - Howe Bridge Leisure Centre Tuesday 6:30 - 7:30pm - Newbridge Leisure Centre Women’s - Friday 2 - 3:30pm - Wigan Athletic Soccer Dome Call : 01942 615880 or Email: Steven.Edwards@ageukwiganborough.org.uk

Coming a bit later this month, Andy’s Man Club is officially opening a group venue in Pennington, Leigh on February 14th. A men's mental health charity, Andy’s Man Club provides a safe, non-judgemental space to encourage men to speak about their mental well-being. For more information, and to learn about Andy’s story, be sure to check them out in this issue.

If you have any local news or stories you’d like to see featured in future issues, be sure to get in touch with us on Facebook!

As always, stay safe!

Love, The Joneses x

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LOOK INTO THE FUTURE WITH THE GOLBORNE AND LOWTON WEST NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN

The Voice for Golborne and Lowton West, your community forum, has been working on a Neighbourhood Plan, designed to deal with derelict land and secure regeneration and town centre recovery, whilst also protecting the historic and green environments throughout the Plan area. If made, the Plan will also inform future decisions on planning applications.

The 31st January 2022 sees the launch of a 6 week Regulation 14 consultation period, to give residents and other interested parties the opportunity to comment on the policies that have been developed.

This is the first step on the road to implementation of the Plan and the Voice is inviting you to take a look and give your opinion.

The Plan in full can be viewed at Golborne Library from the 31st January for 6 weeks until the 14th March where you can also find out more on the display board. There will be a similar display at the Heath Street Methodist Church. The Community Centre, Church Lane for 2 weeks from 14th February, at the Parkside Club for 2 weeks from 28th February and at the Golborne Sports and Social Club for 2 weeks from the 28th February. In addition, the Plan can be viewed online at glwnv.co.uk Your views are very important - please take some time to look at the policies and provide any comments as soon as possible by completing the section at the bottom of the ‘summary’ leaflet which is available at the selected venues, and which will also be available at our displays and in local shops where a response ‘post box’ will be provided. Alternatively, you can complete our Survey Monkey at https:// www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/XVW9QDC The deadline for submitting your comments is 14th March 2022 and this date is fixed by legislation.

If you have any questions about the Plan, please email the Voice on chair@glwnv.co.uk

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!NEW GROUPS! Travelodge - 322 Newton Road, Lowton, WA3 1HD Thursday– 5:30pm & 7pm Friday - 9am Saturday - 8am, 9:30am & 11am Call Vicki: 07941 482466

Tuesday Lowton Travelodge, WA3 1HD - 5pm & 6:30pm - Claire 07725 039399 Wednesday Golborne Heath St. Methodist Church, WA3 3AD 9am, 10:30am, 4:30pm & 6pm - with Jenna 07974 301019 No Need to Book Just Pop In

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An exceptional service for the discerning holidaymaker travelling from Manchester & Liverpool airports.

Read all about our very special customer commitment at our website www.longfords-airports.co.uk Holiday with total peace of mind.

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Professional and reliable. Discrete installation with high quality materials for homes and businesses. I am fully insured with Safe Contractor Accreditation. All work is fully guaranteed. Daytime or Evening appointments contact Alex: 01942 670862 / 07973 747307 or email alexacsa@hotmail.com THE TYREMAN Not all heroes wear capes!

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Specialist in the re-upholstery of Settees, Easy Chairs, Dining Chairs etc. Headboards recovered and made to order. Spring repairs etc. Do you need new foam cushion? Pubs, Clubs, Caravans recovered etc. 40 years In the trade. Workmanship guaranteed.

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