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Makerfield police investigation launched as Andy Burnham supporter slams 'scum tactics'
Greater Manchester Police has confirmed an investigation is underway in Makerfield ahead of the by-election
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Natalia Dyer begins her K-beauty journey with Purito Seoul
Purito Seoul have appointed Natalia Dyer as their skincare partner.
Everything you need to need to know as Makerfield goes to the polls
Little more than a month ago, most people in Britain had never heard the word Makerfield before, let alone know where it was on a map.
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Enjoy this picture celebration of Platt Bridge over the years
The proud Wigan community of Platt Bridge is in the spotlight for this picture retrospective covering several past decades.
For Makerfield read 'Bakerfield' as a shop produces a fabulous by-election cake complete with likenesses of the two main candidates
This must literally be described as the icing on the cake to two by-election campaigns.
Actor and comedian Steve Coogan endorses Labour's Andy Burnham in Makerfield by-election campaign video
A famous face has appeared in a video alongside Labour’s Makerfield by-election candidate Andy Burnham.
iFAST Global Bank launches 1% cashback campaign for QR payments
The bank are rewarding customers with a 1% cashback payment on QR payments.
Makerfield give their views on Restore Britain, including those who plan to vote for it and its elusive candidate
A Reform poster on a stake has been snapped in half and tucked between the wheelie bins of a front garden in Platt Bridge, Wigan.
Questions among Makerfield voters over Reform's commitment to preserving green belt
Reform UK’s Makerfield candidate “hasn’t been involved” in a local campaign to protect the green belt, residents have said.
Anker cuts £220 off its new smart AI-powered EV charger in early Prime Day deal (aff)
Drivers looking to cut their charging costs could be tempted by Anker's latest Prime Day offer, which sees its smart EV charger reduced to one of the lowest prices around
Wigan rugby stars bring smiles to a children's hospice sports day
A sports day at Derian House children’s hospice in Chorley welcomed two Wigan Warriors stars to join in the fun
Wigan's Cotton Works is set to host its biggest summer event yet, as Cotton Fest arrives
Preparations are under way for a major music festival, including many tribute acts, to be held later this year at Wigan Cotton Works
A major company born in Wigan has celebrated its golden anniversary with two open days
A crane hire firm with a name very familiar to Wiganers has been holding celebrations to mark the milestone of 50 years.
A Wigan school colour run has raised a massive £6,300 for the borough hospice's Turn Wigan Purple campaign
Wigan pupils speedily led by example with a colour run which raised thousands for an annual campaign run by the hospice
Electoral reform campaigners say ‘Wake up Westminster’ ahead of pivotal Makerfield by-election
On the eve of the crucial Makerfield by-election electoral reformers have been calling for the ditching of the first past the post system because of its “distorted results” and demanding its replacement with proportional representation
The £500 DJI Mini 3 Fly More Combo has dropped to £359 in Early Prime Day deal (aff)
Featuring 4K HDR video, vertical shooting and up to 114 minutes of combined flight time, this DJI bundle could appeal to both beginners and experienced drone users
We asked Restore voters in Makerfield if they had seen their candidate, with surprising results
Most Restore voters in Makerfield admitted they 'didn't know much' about the party's candidate
Leigh MP says town centre has reached 'saturation' point as HMO plans thrown out
Two HMOS were proposed in the same Market Street building in Leigh
Amazon cuts its top-rated Fire TV Stick by 58% before Prime Day (aff)
With Dolby Vision, Wi-Fi 6 support and more than 29,000 customer reviews, this early Prime Day deal could be one of Amazon's strongest tech offers yet
Sending a parcel? This simple trick could save you money in seconds (aff)
Whether you're posting a birthday present or returning an online order, comparing courier prices before you book could help you avoid paying over the odds