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Welcome to the June Issue of Local Living Well our front cover is a family affair Dad, Neil for your cleaning needs, Mum, Tracy with her jewellery workshops, parties and bespoke jewellery and daughter Megan for your manicures & pedicures.

Little Nest Rescue CIC is holding an open day for anyone interested in volunteering with them and they are holding their annual Funday and Dog Show in July so if you would like to have your stall there get booked in early.

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THURSDAY & SATURDAY Lowton Travelodge 322 Newton Road, Lowton, WA3 1HD Thursday 5.30pm & 7pm, Saturday 8am & 9.45am Call Vicki 07941 482466

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Leigh Judo Club Celebrates Major Milestones and Medal Wins Leigh Judo Club is celebrating a standout month of success, with major achievements on and off the competition mat.

The award-wining club based in Lowton, recently saw over 30 members progress to their next judo grades — a proud moment for its growing community. Each promotion reflects hours of focused training, discipline and development, showing the strength of the club’s coaching and culture.

A highlight of the month came from senior member April Edwards, who achieved her black belt (1st Dan). Starting judo as an adult, April’s path has been defined by consistency and hard work. After winning 10 Dan grade contests and securing the full 100 competitive points, she reached a milestone many only dream of. April’s success is a powerful example that it’s never too late to take up a new challenge and succeed.

On the competition scene, Leigh Judo Club athletes made a strong impact at the Yorkshire and Humberside Regional Championships, returning with an impressive medal haul: 3 golds and 2 silvers.

The standout performer was 14-year-old Frantisek Beran, who dominated his division to win two gold medals after he was moved up categories. He faced significantly older and heavier opponents but came out on top through determination, skill and composure.

The club’s medal winners also included: •

Ryan Green – Gold

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Aras Alinazari – Silver

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Ethan Ariss-Hayes – Silver

In one of the most exciting moments of the event, the final was an all-Leigh showdown between Ryan Green and Aras Alinazari, with Ryan taking gold. Their performances saw them defeat every other competitor in the category.

Club Coach Luke Brown said: "This has been a fantastic few weeks. These achievements reflect the hard work being done on the mat every day. April’s black belt, the grading success, and the medal wins show the strength of our community and the opportunities available for anyone willing to put in the work. It really shows what our club is about—progress, commitment and community” Leigh Judo Club offers classes for children, teens and adults of all levels. Whether you're aiming to build fitness, gain confidence, compete, or just try something new- the club welcomes new members.

To learn more or book a free trial session, visit www.leighjudo.co.uk.

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Dog First Aid Cheshire Lorraine from Dogs First Aid Cheshire offered some great advice for our dogs in hot weather.

She said “We’ve all been enjoying the warmer weather recently, but it’s a good idea to familiarise yourself with what temperatures are safe for your dog.

Every year our vets treat hundreds of heat stroke cases and heartbreakingly , some end in tragedy.

Many are unfortunately a result of owners not knowing the dangers of exercising their dogs in temperatures too hot for them to handle.

Heat related illnesses are almost always preventable DON’T TAKE THE RISK and make sure your pet isn’t overheating in the sun If you think your dog maybe suffering from heat stroke , contact your vet immediately or , if out of hours, find your nearest emergency vet.”

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WHATS ON GUIDE Bridge for Beginners Mondays at 7.15pm Wigan Bridge Club 38 Bridgeman Terrace, Wigan WN1 1TT Tel: Secretary: Shaun Frayne 07763 809 257 Tutor: John Gooch 01257 266288

Golborne Community Club

Pennington Wharf Community The Club is run on a “not for profit” Hub

basis.

Craft & chat, Tuesdays 10.30—12.30 & The club holds a Monday Club on the Wednesdays 7-9 first Monday of the Month, 1pm until Play & stay for babies & toddlers Tues5pm. days 10.30—12.30 Members £3 and Non-Members £5 £1 to include a brew Come along and enjoy bingo, buffet, Cheeky Monkey Play Group raffle and an artist all included in your Red Lion Bowling Mondays and Thursdays fee. Cheap as chips and I’ve heard it is Interested in Crown Green Bowling at the Red Lion, 9.15-11.15am Term Time Only highly recommended!

Lanehead, Lowton? at Golborne Sports Club, Saturday Night Cabaret Nights are We have 3 teams Stone Cross Lane. open to Members £1 and Monday 19.00 - Hindley League— male Non-Members £1.50 Church Lane Community Centre Why not do something different on Tuesday 13.45 - Newton Senior League—male Room for Hire your Saturday night?

Wednesday 19.00 - Leigh Parks Contact for enquiries/bookings 2 Salisbury Street, Golborne, League -male & female.

Email: WA3 3BW Beginners are more than welcome to churchlane@douglasvalley.org.uk Call: 01942 588574 join us and learn the game.

Church Lane Community Centre, If you are interested in playing in any Lowton, WA3 2RZ of these teams for the Red Lion please “Good As New” Shop contact Phil on 07954 380132 St. Thomas’ Church Golborne, WA3

Coffee & Chat

Pop in for a cuppa in a friendly environment every Thursday, 9-11.45am St Mary’s Community Hall, Newton Road, Lowton,WA3 1EW Tea, coffee hot buttered toast and teacakes available.

Forget Me Not Friends We meet at Broadmead Day Centre on the 4th Saturday in the month at Broadmead Day Centre between 10 a.m. and 12 noon.

We have a cuppa, a chat, games and entertainment.

Admission is free.

We welcome anyone who is alone, has health problems, or is a carer, or just someone who wants to join in.

We are also dementia-friendly.

Wigan Council has nominated us for the King’s Award for Voluntary Service.

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3TH Open from 10am - 12:00pm Every Thursday.

Light refreshments will be served.

Heath Street Methodist Church ‘WARM SPACE’ run daily Coffee Mornings 9—11am (except Wednesdays) . All welcome.

Our weekly service is Sunday 11am

St Luke’s Church Knit & Natter Group—£1 includes refreshments Every 2nd & 4th Friday, 2 –4pm Anyone can attend , any type of craft All welcome to pop in for a chat and a cuppa Church Lane, Lowton

St Mary’s Church Lowton & Golborne Community Church Join us for a friendly tea or coffee at our Community Café every Tuesday 9am—12 pm, We have a play area for Mums and toddlers .

149a Lowton Road Golborne, WA3 3HT

Lowton St. Mary's Church is open for visitors on Mondays & Fridays 10.00 - 11.30am, Everyone is welcome. Just passing by, feel free to drop in and have a look around, have a chat or sit quietly.

If the welcome sign is out then we are open.

Strong Tower Christian Fellowship Lowton Community Centre, Church Lane, Lowton, WA3 2RZ. Lowton WI meet at 7.15 pm on the Friday’s at 19:00 first Thursday of the month at Lowton Dennis: 07547 948503 or Lita: 07910 Social Club, Newton Rd, Lowton.

857195 Phone: Val Barrow on 07419 335330.

Lowton WI

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