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Welcome to October in Lowton and Golborne

Good luck Andy!

This Sunday, we'll be cheering on Golborne man Andy Smullen, who is taking on the London Marathon to raise money for an important charity.

The dad-of-two is running to raise money for Muscular Dystrophy UK, a charity which supports people with muscle-wasting conditions. Andy was inspired to take on the challenge by his friend's son, who has the condition.

If you'd like to show your support, you can sponsor Andy's marathon challenge now!

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Police working to identify young people involved in park nuisance

Following incidents of anti-social behaviour by groups of young people in Lowton and Golborne, police have said they will be working through CCTV footage to identify those idividuals involved.

Officers attended the Braithwaite Road park area on Monday night (27 September) and will also be visiting local schools to speak to pupils.

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Spotlight on a sponsor:

Bridgewater Home Care

If you have an elderly loved one that needs specialist care - or just needs some companionship to prevent them feeling lonely - then the team at Bridgewater Home Care can help.

Bridgewater’s Care Specialists are expertly matched to your loved one based on personality and preferences. It means they can provide the best possible service and create a trusting relationship.

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What's on in Lowton and Golborne

Charity auction this Sunday

A charity auction to raise funds for St Mary’s Church in Lowton will take place this Saturday, 2 October.

The auction takes place at the Community Hall next to the church and will have more than 200 lots, ranging from collectables to furniture, records, mirrors, art, pottery, glassware, kitchenware, jewellery, toys and many more interesting items!

Find out more in our Events Guide for Lowton and Golborne

Not too late to Race for Life

The last of three local Race for Life events takes place in just over two weeks' time - and there's still time to be part of it.

The event, which raises money for Cancer Research UK, takes place on Sunday, October 17 at Haydock Racecourse.

The proceeds from this important fundraiser will help scientists find new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, saving lives as the charity fights back from the impact of the pandemic.

Plus, taking part wth friends and family is a lot of fun, too.

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Culcheth High Open Evening

If you're currently considering which high school your child will attend, there's a chance to look around Culcheth High next Thursday from 6pm.

Golborne High's Open Evening will take place the following Tuesday, 12 October.

Running a club or planning an event? Let us know!

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Simply send all the details to: news@lowtonandgolbornenews.co.uk.

This week's Featured Category from our Local Directory is:

Lifestyle

From private pools for hire to gyms; diet consultants to relationship counselling, you'll find many local lifestyle businesses in our Local Directory for Lowton and Golborne.

In fact, we have more than 220 local traders, services, shops, pubs & restaurants in our Local Directory. If you run a small business that isn't yet included, its easy to be added. Just fill in this form and we'll do the rest!

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1. One lane of the East Lancs Road, near the Miller and Carter, will be closed for two days next week whilst works are carried out for Vodaphone. Delays may be possible on Monday and Tuesday, 4 and 5 October 2021. Find out more.

2. Olly Murs is the latest big name to confirm he'll be playing up the road at Haydock Racecourse next year. Tickets are now on sale for the gig, which will be on Friday, 5 August 2022. Find out more.

3. There's been lots of national coverage this week of the death of football legend Roger Hunt. The World Cup 1966 winner died aged 83 after a short illness. But did you know that he was born in Golborne? If you'd like to read more about his career there's an interesting piece in the Independent.

Gardening tip of the week:

Pot up a Christmas amaryllis

If you want an indoor amaryllis for Christmas, this is the month to do it. You can also put prepared daffodil bulbs in pots and look forward to them flowering in about 10 weeks’ time.

Our Gardening Guide for October is now live, take a look at more of the jobs and tips that you could be doing in your garden this month on our site now.

Read our October Gardening Guide

Are you selling goods or services for Christmas?

If you run a small business locally and sell Christmas gifts, food or experiences, we want to hear from you.

We're working on our 2021 Support Local Christmas Gift Guide - and we want to include inspiration from as many local businesses as possible.

It’s free to be involved, with extra bonuses for our Featured businesses.

Send us an item for the gift guide

St Helens College School Leaver's Event

If your son or daughter is in Year 11, you're probably thinking about what they'll do after GCSEs.

St Helens College has lots of options to suit all interests and ambitions, including vocational/ BTEC Courses and apprenticeships.

Go along to their School Leaver's Open Day on October 7 to take a look around their facilities, speak to tutors and discover what St Helens College has to offer.

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A big thank you to our newsletter sponsor,
Grove Blind & Shutter Company!

This local family firm have been fitting blinds into homes in Lowton, Golborne, Culcheth, Croft, Newton-le-Willows and surrounding areas for many years. When it comes to window coverings, there’s nothing they don’t know!

If you'd like a FREE home consultation, you can visit their website or send them an email.

Find Grove Blind & Shutter Co. in our Local Directory

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