Councillor Steve Wright

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Police and Crime funding for local Projects

by prestwichfocus on 23 February, 2016

The office of the Greater Manchester Police and Crime Commissioner has three funding schemes available this year which local groups can apply for. A total of £900,000 is available. Community groups and organisations are invited to bid for funding that aims to build strong neighbourhoods, boost volunteering and empower young people. There are three funding […]

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Six Town Housing looking for ‘Community Stars’

by prestwichfocus on 10 February, 2016

Bury’s public sector housing provider Six Town Housing are inviting nominations for their Community Stars event to be held in March. The Community Star Awards give you the opportunity to nominate the unsung heroes in your Six Town Housing community. If you apply, they could be shortlisted and recognised at our awards ceremony in March […]

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St Margaret’s Bowling Club Information

by prestwichfocus on 10 February, 2016

We were pleased to be able to support a number of funding applications for St Margaret’s Bowling Club (junction of Polefield Road and St Margaret’s Road, and delighted when they were successful. The club have asked us to circulate the following information to local residents about the improvements the grants have paid for and if […]

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Children’s Centre Closures and Changes

by prestwichfocus on 4 February, 2015

The final decision has now been made on the future of the Children’s Centres in our local area. Previously it has been proposed to close the ‘Toodle Hill’ Children’s Centre on Cuckoo Lane, and the Butterstile Children’s Centre on School Grove). In an unusual ‘u-turn’ in policy, the Council has now changed its mind, and […]

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