Again, long time no update, so here is what's happening at wiganworld:

Links
I have some more local links to add which I will do soon, all are worth a look.

Stalker
I have a stalker... Sad, I know. I have scores of emails from this chap and am waiting for the next one to hit my inbox any moment now. Watch this space, I will publish them soon. ;)

Business
Since setting up in business a few months ago I've hardly had a moment to myself. I should have done it years ago. If you need any online development work doing and/or a new website get in touch for a chat. </plug>

New Websites
I'm about to launch several new websites for other towns. All will be 'community' driven like wiganworld but better. Once I get them working I will update wiganworld with the latest code.

More soon...

Decided on a venue for the wiganworld meet up!

The Bellingham, Wednesday 18th August, 8pm'ish.

All welcome, hope to see you there.

Been very busy with work since I got back from hols.

Managed to have Saturday off work though and did another charity bike ride, the 3rd and final one this year. I've put some more photos up.

Finally, some wiganworld'ers are getting together for a pint or some. You don't have to be a member to come along, all welcome!

Keep an eye on this thread for more updates/venue etc.

Just returned from 2 weeks in sunny Menorca. Sun and blue sky for 14 days as opposed to rain in Wigan for 14 days.

Got home last night and am catching up with the 400+ emails received. I've whittled them down to 82 - most of these are questions, photos and requests for forum logins. If I haven't replied to you yet, please be patient. I'll be in touch soon.

Enjoyed another charity bike ride event today from Wheelton to Wigan down the canal.

Bike ride number 2 was the  'Preccy' Charity Bike Ride for the Steve Prescott Foundation supporting Christies & Try Assist.

See www.steveprescottfoundation.co.uk for more information.

The photo (right) shows Steve Prescott, Malcolm Holland (organiser), Martin (landlord of the White Bear at Adlington) and Chris Joynt.

Photos of the ride can be seen here.

The final ride of the "trilogy" takes place on the 7th of August from Bescar (near Southport) to Wigan. If anyone is interested in joining in, please email me for further info, you'll enjoy it!

I've updated the Wigan Cemetery Index page which now allows a search by forename and surname. Prior to the change, if you were researching 'Smith' the search returned 12 pages! It's now possible to search for 'Smith' with a forename beginning with 'John' which will return a mere 2 pages. Thanks for the suggestion Shirley!

The album has passed another milestone, we now have over 14,000 photos. Unbelievible! Thanks for your photos and please keep them coming.

The re-write of wiganworld I promised a while ago is still underway but is taking longer than anticipated. The site is a bit of a dinosaur! If you have any suggestions/ideas for new features the please let me know by email - brian@wiganworld.co.uk, ta.

I've added some photos from the annual Gerry Cooper Memorial bike ride for Christies. The event was arranged by the Veterans of Wigan Rugby Union Club.

A great day out that raised cash for Christies.

Photos are open to comments.

Charity Bike Ride Photos.

...no speak.

Life has never been as hectic! wiganworld is still being updated on a daily basis, many thanks for all your contributions - be it comments, photos, requests for help. Its business as usual.

My son and I are walking again, our latest canal walk is along the Lancaster Canal, you can view the photos here and can read about the walk here.

Since setting up in business (www.wnone.com) it's been non-stop. Happy days.

St George's Walking Day took place today in Wigan.

I missed it but my daughter went along (with my camera) and took a few photos.

View the St George's Walking Day photos.

I've added a couple more local links.

Wigan Swap Shop is a new Yahoo group for locals who wish to swap stuff. They are looking for new members so if you're interested, please sign up.

New Springs Allotments is another new website. Aimed at locals who are interested in horticulture, well worth a visit - lots of information, photos, news, events and more.