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Partial closure orders imposed on two Wigan borough homes for anti-social behaviour
Wigan police have imposed a partial closure order on two borough homes plagued by anti-social behaviour.
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Kia Picanto review: Could this be the last of the great city cars?
Motoring writer Gareth Butterfield might be getting misty-eyed about the apparent end of the city car, but Kia’s Picanto proves there's still magic in small, simple, petrol-powered motoring.
Dangerous Wigan driver who was chased by police avoids immediate jail spell
Dangerous driving and other motoring offences have earned a Wigan man a suspended prison sentence and road ban.
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Prom nights for Lowton High pupils 2012 and 2014
We’re just about into the prom party season for Wigan school-leavers and here is a further gallery of picture remembering such events from years past.
Wigan flood reduction plan unveiled
Wide-ranging measures have been recommended to reduce flood risk in three areas of Wigan in the wake of the New Year’s Day storm, which hit dozens of homes.
The latest summary of roadworks in Wigan borough
Below is the latest list of all the most significant roadworks in the borough that are going to be affecting Wigan motorists in the coming weeks due to closures for repairs, resurfacing or utilities work.
Urgent appeal issued to find missing woman as officers grow concerned
Courtney, 26, was last seen yesterday
Unclaimed lottery prizes: latest unclaimed UK National Lottery, EuroMillions tickets and news - results
Check your pockets, emails and old receipts — your big win might already be waiting 🎟️
Police appeal to trace missing Wigan woman
Police are appealing for help to find a missing woman last seen in Wigan borough.
M6 traffic: 'Severe delays' after crash near Greater Manchester
Drivers faced 30-minute queues
This is how dangerous blue-green algae could be to your dog - as vet shares warning signs to look out for
In some cases, exposure to blue-green algae can be fatal or cause serious long-term health problems 🐶
The best Chinese takeaways in Wigan: these are the 11 highest rated according to Google reviews
Chinese is one of the most popular cuisines people gravitate towards when they fancy a takeaway.
Wigan dad 'desperate' to raise £10k for good cause as he prepares for tough challenge
A charity fund-raiser is looking forward to an unusual and gruelling challenge – and hopes Wiganers will dig deep to support him.
Woman allegedly rung more than 100 times by Wigan 'stalker'
A Wigan 31-year-old is accused of causing a woman fear of violence by stalking.
17 fantastic photos that prove the 80s were the best decade in which to be alive
It was the decade of big hair, bold colours and brash personalities - an era screaming out to be seen and heard.
Extreme day trips and budget travel - raving dad's trip to Ibiza
Don’t miss these impressive budget trips - including a mum and son’s trip to Morocco for £100.
Wine: I tried canned wine for the first time - this is the one reason why it's now my summer must-have
It’s the new picnic essential 🍷
Student satisfaction: The 17 UK universities where students are happiest - according to new 2026 guide
These universities rock impressive rates of satisfied students 😎
Wigan's week in court: latest cases going before judges and magistrates
A Wigan man caught carrying a knife in public has been jailed.
Rise in cases of female genital mutilation see by GM medics
More female genital mutilation victims were seen by NHS services in Greater Manchester this year, new figures show.