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Campaigners urge revival of National Play Strategy to aid Wigan children
Campaigners call on the government to bring back the National Play Strategy to support Wigan children. Research highlights screen time and lack of play places as barriers.
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Why August is the perfect time to plant these peony-style tulips for spectacular spring bouquets
Gardeners with a little spare time this August can get ahead for spring by planting these double-flowering tulip bulbs, which produce elegant peony-style blooms that look just as impressive in a vase as they do in the garden.
10 holiday destination dupes where travellers can escape the crowds and save up to 83%
From Ghent instead of Venice to Siargao instead of Bali, these 10 alternative holiday destinations offer similar scenery and experiences with fewer tourists and potentially much lower accommodation costs.
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Ryanair passengers can get this underseat cabin bag for under £10 on Amazon
Amazon has cut the price of a Ryanair-friendly FLYMAX cabin bag to just £9.21, offering travellers a cheap way to pack for a short break without paying extra baggage fees.
A four-year-old appeared to escape uninjured after a collision with a van in Leigh
A child was hit by a van on a main road in Wigan borough.
Wigan couple celebrate 10 years of marriage with an emotional roller rink vow renewal
Ben and Chloe Heaton renewed their wedding vows at Wigan Roller Rink for their 10th anniversary, creating a lasting memory before its closure.
Closure order imposed on house in Wigan borough after reports of anti-social behaviour
Repeated complaints about anti-social behaviour have led to the closure of a house in Wigan borough.
My fussy dogs loved every treat in Forthglade's £13 bundle – and it could save pet owners money
Finding treats both my fussy dogs will eat is almost impossible, but Forthglade's subscription bundle surprised me with quality, choice and value.
Battersea Dogs and Cats Home launch campaign against pet trends
Celebrities join Battersea in a campaign highlighting the dangers of extreme pet features.
Parents will appear in court after being charged in connection with the death of their one-year-old son
Two parents have been charged following the death of their child.
Celebrate National Rollercoaster Day 2026 with Merlin Entertainments
Merlin Entertainments is inviting thrill-seekers, families and friends to celebrate National Rollercoaster Day 2026 with unforgettable rides, new attractions and summer savings across its UK theme parks.
Next generation of dancers are being priced out the industry, study reveals
The next generation of dance stars is being priced out of following in the footsteps of Shirley Ballas, Darcey Bussell and Ashley Banjo, according to a study.
Solar eclipse glasses prices rise as Amazon bestseller starts from £17.74 ahead of UK eclipse
Amazon's bestselling Galaxium solar eclipse glasses have risen in price as demand builds ahead of the UK's major partial solar eclipse on August 12, with packs now starting from £17.74.
Best laptops for secondary school students UK 2026: Top Windows, Chromebook and MacBook sicks
Choosing a laptop for secondary school doesn't need to be expensive. We've rounded up the best laptops for GCSE and A-level students, comparing Windows laptops, Chromebooks and MacBooks to help parents find the right balance of performance, portability and value.
Shark PowerPro vacuum is more than £100 off in one colour
The number one Amazon bestseller offers FloorDetect, Anti Hair Wrap and up to 50 minutes of cordless cleaning, but one colour provides a considerably larger saving
Brits take more than a THOUSAND photos every year
The average Brit now captures 1,040 photos and 312 videos per year, according to research.
Savvy families know this is the best time to book a last-minute UK holiday as Park Holidays launches 35% sale
Late August is traditionally one of the best times to find bargain family holidays before schools return, and Park Holidays has launched a sale offering savings of up to 35% on UK breaks and 30% on touring and camping holidays.
Vocational Celebration Day puts spotlight on skills and training
Vocational Celebration Day was held a week before A-Level Results Day.
A gallery to treasure of Wigan Year 6 pupils as they bid primary school farewell
Here are some once-in-a-lifetime pictures that every family of a Wigan child featured will want to treasure: the Year 6 school-leavers of 2026.
Tragedy as motorcyclist, 28, killed in Wigan crash involving bus
Witnesses are urged to come forward