Howfen journalist featured in Wigan Today and Bolton News. Local stories & events.
Culture
The two forms fused seamlessly, inviting the audience to feel the melody not just in sound, but within the artwork itself. Each note, rhythm, and pause of silence seemed to resonate through the space, blending together in both form and feeling.
Culture
Whitman’s poetry inspired a democratic ideal, but his prejudices demand a more critical reading.
Life & Community
From late-night rescues to microscope inspections, Jayne Schofield’s work at The Hoggery is as hands-on as it gets
Life & Community
Influencers are no longer just promoting skincare or the latest makeup trends. They’re calling out media bias, decoding bureaucracy — and, in Kat Abughazaleh’s case, running for Congress.
Life & Community
'A time to reflect on the strength of our community, both past and present' — Lois Barnett reports from Westhoughton's VE Day celebrations
What's on
Katherine Horrex joins Write Out Loud for an evening of verse, nerves, and reflections on life in the North
What's on
Over fifty people gathered this week at Over Hulton Conservative Club, ready to put their murder-solving skills to the test and uncover the mysterious death of postmistress Penny Black
Life & Community
Insights from the Perugia journalism festival on how community papers like the Howfen Journal can help towns like ours be seen, heard, and better served.
What's on
This month’s Over Hulton Folk Club headliner, Edwina Hayes, captivated the audience with her unique blend of English folk, Americana, and a touch of strong Northern tradition.
Culture
At a packed event in Leigh, authors and publishers challenged the London-centric publishing system and made the case for bold, lasting change in how regional voices are supported—and heard.
Life & Community
Journalist Lois Barnett recalls an electrifying night of punk and empowerment at The Snug in Atherton