The Latest Breaking News from Wigan

Murder accused took ‘vigilante route’ after girlfriend’s rape claim, court hears

Michael Hillier denies the murder of Liam Smith in Wigan.

The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2023

Abbas Miski’s hat-trick leads mauling as Wigan leapfrog Leigh in Super League

Four tries in a 15-minute spell led Wigan to a 44-18 victory including three from Abbas Miski and one on debut from Tyler Dupree

The Guardian - UK · Jul 29, 2023

Tom Aspinall finally banishes ghosts of the past with UFC London triumph

The Wigan heavyweight stopped Marcin Tybura in the first round at the O2, one year after suffering a severe injury in the same building

The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2023

Couple flew to Jamaica a week after dad was shot dead in the street

Liam Smith was shot in the face then doused in acid a murder trial heard

Liverpool Echo · Jul 12, 2023

Full list of Arriva bus service changes across Merseyside

The bus company said the changes are for summer

Liverpool Echo · Jul 12, 2023

Man admits manslaughter in case of father-of-two killed in gun and acid attack

The body of Liam Smith, 38, was found on his driveway in Wigan in November last year.

The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2023

The controversial plan that could change Wigan town centre forever is to be decided next week

The Galleries is currently undergoing demolition work in order to make way for the new multi-million pound development

Manchester Evening News · Jul 9, 2023

The Greater Manchester town where the mills, mines and slag heaps of the past have a bright future

A number of spinning mills have been transformed into viable projects to better the community around them in Wigan

Manchester Evening News · Jul 9, 2023

Greater Manchester's new fleet of Bee Network yellow buses spotted on Leigh guided busway

It comes in preparation of the launch of the 'Bee Network' in Wigan and Bolton in September this year

Manchester Evening News · Jul 4, 2023

Review: The Lathums at Castlefield Bowl - a night to remember for the band on the rise

The Wigan band deliver a special night and much more for their loyal fans in the rain at Sounds of the City in Manchester

Manchester Evening News · Jul 1, 2023