And here are pictures from the Wigan Observer archives in which their residents, businesses, events and institutions have featured over many decades.
13. Sharron Robey with model Debra Elstins at the Nails and Beauty salon on Poolstock
. Photo: John Leatherbarrow
14. Jean Goff and Judith Lund at Poolstock Bathroom and Tile Company
. Photo: Nick Fairhurst
15. A new Wigan Parental Outreach service jointly run between Wigan Council and Action for Children was officially launched at Worsley Menses Methodist Church, Poolstock Lane, Wigan. Pictured are the Action for Children team, left to right: Melanie Sharrock, Marie Philpott, Kim Woods, Tracey Higham and Neil Webster
. Photo: Paul Greenwood
16. Restoring the chancel at St James's Church, Poolstock, in 1966
. Photo: Gary Brunskill
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